1980 FORD ESCORT Mk2 1300 SPORT - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS Saturday 28th May 2022

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Saturday 28th May 2022

The Runway, Sywell Aerodrome

Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BT

1980 FORD ESCORT Mk2 1300 SPORT

Lot No: 486

Registration No: LPW 601V

Chassis No: BBATWY805230

Rare Mk2 1300 Sport in exceptional condition with less than 500 miles since a superbly detailed restoration.

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GUIDE PRICE: £30,000 - £35,000

+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter

One of the rarest Mk2 Escorts available and in outstanding condition throughout having benefitted from a recent bare shell restoration. Finished in Radiant Red with the ‘on trend’ Black Vinyl Roof and the original Sports cloth interior it is clear that great lengths have been taken to produce this exceptional example, from the underside to the fully detailed engine bay housing the rebuilt engine and gearbox, from the cleanest of boots to the exemplary paint finish to the fully refurbished wheels wearing new Yokohama 185/60/13 tyres. With less than 500 miles covered since completion this MKII 1300 Sport, with just three previous recorded keepers, a full mechanical overhaul and a fresh MOT certificate just completed it will now require a period of running in to achieve the best results from this understated Escort providing a rare opportunity for the serious Ford collector that may not rear its head again in the near future. Your earliest inspection is welcomed and encouraged.

  Source: https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/sa079-lot-18349-1980-ford-ecsort-mk2-1300-sport?el=18349&pn=1&pp=100

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2001 ROVER MINI COOPER SPORT 500 - RM SOTHEBY'S AUCTIONS Royal Automobile Club, St. James's London, SW1Y 5HS Saturday 6th November 2021

 

 

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Royal Automobile Club, St. James's
London, SW1Y 5HS

Saturday 6th November 2021

 

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2001 ROVER MINI COOPER SPORT 500

Chassis No: SAXXNPAZE1D188264

Guide Price: £30,000-£40,000

[Offered Without Reserve

Please note this car is titled as 2000. Furthermore, RM Sotheby's have applied for a dating letter for this car in order to assist with the registration, however, this process may take a few weeks.

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Following Rover’s decision to end the “Classic” range of Minis, the manufacturer decided to offer the British market a limited-edition Mini Cooper Sport 500. Production was limited to just 500 cars, and the offering and was billed as the last chance to purchase Alec Issigonis’ classic Mini design, with the newer BMW-made Mini soon to break cover. These models were manufactured in 2000 and based on the Mini Classic Cooper Sport, but featured various extras.

All Cooper Sport 500s were powered by the four-cylinder, 1.2-litre engine that was rated at 62 horsepower. They could be painted in one of four optional colours: Tahiti Blue, Anthracite, British Racing Green, or Solar Red. All models came with 13-inch alloy wheels with a Platinum Silver roof and bonnet stripes. Included as special extras in these models were a high-level brake light, four spot lamps, a certificate, and a plaque inside the glove box. Inside all Cooper Sport 500s, the seats, door cards, steering wheel and dashboard were upholstered in black and silver leather. The interior fittings for this model were alloy instead of the standard plastic and included an alloy gear knob, window winders, dashboard, door pulls, and door handles.

This example is finished in Solar Red with a Platinum Silver roof, is believed to be one of only 110 produced this colour combination. It was registered on 3 May 2001 and purchased new by its sole owner via Caffyns of East Sussex, England. A copy of the original sales invoice will accompany the vehicle. Inside, the seats are upholstered in black and silver leather, the carpets are trimmed in black, and the car retains the original alloy fittings. Having been kept on display at the Cayman Islands Motor Museum until recently, this example bears just six miles on its odometer at time of cataloguing.

This Cooper Sport 500 is accompanied by the owner’s handbook, European directory, service portfolio and in-car entertainment booklet, all stored in the factory leather folder. It presents a wonderful opportunity to purchase a one-owner-from-new model with only “delivery miles”.

Buyer's Premium for this lot is:

• 15% of the hammer price up to and including £200,000
• 12.5% of the hammer price in excess of £200,000

For Further Details Visit -   Source:  https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/lf21/london/lots/r0017-2001-rover-mini-cooper-sport-500/1174203

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1999 Lotus Esprit Sport 350 - Silverstone Auctions Silverstone Circuit (The Wing Building, NN12 8TN) Saturday 31st July and Sunday 1st August

  

 

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Silverstone Circuit (The Wing Building, NN12 8TN)

Saturday 31st July and Sunday 1st August 

1999 Lotus Esprit Sport 350

Lot No  595

Registration No: T815 KLE

Chassis No: SCCDA0824XHC15690

Engine No: LL918981230200

Body Colour: Aluminium Metallic

GUIDE PRICE: £ Offered Without Reserve

• This is Number 5 of only 48 examples built
• Lightweight bodyshell and magnesium Crono OZ wheels
• The Sport 350 was 85kg lighter than the V8 GT on which it was based
• 350bhp, 3.5-litre, flat-plane crank, twin-turbo V8. 0-60 in 4.7 seconds
• Finished in New Aluminium Metallic with carbon fibre, GT1-style rear wing
• c47,000 miles with a full engine rebuild in recent years
• Supplied with a Lotus Certificate of Provenance and a V5 on the way
• In superb condition, immaculate, inside and out

The Sport 350 was arguably the most exclusive of all Esprit models, with only 48 manufactured between 1999 and 2001. In common with many other innovative designs from Lotus' drawing office, increased performance was achieved by weight reduction and, thanks to both a lightweight bodyshell and special magnesium Crono OZ wheels shod with Pirelli P Zero tyres, the Sport 350 was 85kg lighter than the V8 GT on which it was based. Retardation was aided by larger AP Racing discs all-round plus 4-pot callipers on the front. The suspension utilised Monroe 65 dampers, stiffer springs and an uprated anti-roll bar. Most examples were finished in Silver and featured a carbon fibre, GT1-style rear wing, 'Sport 350' graphics on the doors and sill plates, hip-hugging seats with Black bolsters and Blue Alcantara facings, with further touches of Blue throughout the passenger compartment and engine bay. With 350bhp available from the 3.5-litre, flat-plane crank, twin-turbo V8 and 60mph arriving in 4.7 seconds, the Sport 350 is a seriously quick motor car.

From Richard Hammond's personal collection, this stunning example is Number #5 of the 48 cars produced and is finished in New Aluminium Metallic. It has covered some 47,000 miles and, we understand is absolutely immaculate. It appears that the engine was rebuilt in recent years. It's supplied with a Lotus Certificate of Provenance and we believe the V5 is on the way.

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1952 DAIMLER BARKER SPECIAL SPORT - COYS AUCTIONS Fontwell House Sale Chichester Thursday 12th September 2019

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Fontwell House Sale

Chichester

Thursday 12th September 2019

1952 DAIMLER BARKER SPECIAL SPORT
Registration No: MLY 110
Chassis No: 159087

The Daimler Special Sports is based upon the post-war DB18 chassis with several important modifications, the most notable being an overdrive gearbox, high ratio differential, hydro/mechanical brakes, alloy cylinder head and twin carburettors. The standard DB18 chassis had built-in jacks, an automatic lubrication system and heater as standard, which also feature on this car.

The title Special Sports is a misnomer, the car should rightly be regarded as a comfortable high-speed touring car. Its seasoned ash frame, heavy upholstered seats, thick Wilton carpet and beautifully crafted wooden trim, give a weight to the car which reduces the effectiveness of the twin carbs and alloy cylinder head.

However, the car will comfortably cruise at 60mph plus and is easily capable of motorway speeds. The long wheelbase and excellent suspension, independent at the front, iron out the bumps and give the car a lovely long-legged ride. The chassis of the DB18 range rarely give cause for concern, they are built of high-grade steel and well-engineered.

This car has had a ground-up restoration and when completed was the centrefold in Practical Classics magazine. A truly elegant open-top tourer and a very rare piece of British motoring history.

SOURCE: https://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1952-daimler-barker-special-sport

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