1957 MG MAGNETTE ZB - HISTORICS AUCTIONS 10th Anniversary Grand Summer Sale Windsorview Lakes Horton Road, Datchet SL39HY Berkshire SATURDAY 18th JULY 2020

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10th Anniversary  Grand Summer Sale

Windsorview Lakes

Horton Road, Datchet

SL39HY Berkshire

SATURDAY 18th JULY 2020

1957 MG MAGNETTE ZB

Registration	978 EPA
Chassis Number	KAA1325603
Engine Number	7803
Odometer reading	60,642 miles
Estimate	£12,000 - £16,000

This car can be viewed in person from 14th to 18th July 2020 at our the auction site, Windsorview Lakes, Datchet, SL3 9HY

There were two distinct series of the Magnettes; the ZA and the ZB, produced from 1953 through to 1958. The ZA was launched in 1953 and was the first monocoque car to bear the MG badge. The Magnette featured modern Italian inspired styling with power derived from the then-new four-cylinder 1.5 litre engine delivering 60bhp driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual gearbox. The ZA was replaced by the Magnette ZB in 1956 with power increased to 64bhp. The extra power increased the top speed to 86mph and reduced the 0-60mph time to 18.5 seconds, sharing an engine to the similar Wolseley 15/50.

This MG Magnette was originally supplied by Manor Circus Motors Ltd, in Richmond, Surrey on 2nd October 1957 at a cost of £1,086s-10-9d; the original bill of sale is included in the comprehensive history file. In recent years, the car has undergone a huge transformation to prepare it for track racing and hill climbs. The bodywork was extensively repaired over a seven-year period with new sills, floors, doors, and wing repair panels. A full roll-cage has been installed with extensions to the front bulkhead and chassis rails as well as inside the sill box sections making this an extremely strong and rigid bodyshell. The engine is based on an MGB 1800 five main-bearing crankshaft and has been tuned to Stage Six producing around 125bhp. The gearbox is from an MGB and has an overdrive unit. The suspension has heavy-duty springs with AVO adjustable shock absorbers; MGB hubs and disc brakes are fitted - a necessity to help slow this now rapid vehicle. A V5C registration document accompanies this MG together with an extensive history folder. Interested parties are advised to view the Magnette in person as the quality and list of works carried out is certainly impressive.

SOURCE: https://www.historics.co.uk/buying/auctions/2020-07-18/cars/ref-151-1957-mg-magnette-zb-dl/

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1960 Borgward Isabella - RICHARD EDMONDS AUCTIONEERS Sale of Vintage & Classic Cars, Motorcycles Saturday 19th October 2019

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RICHARD EDMONDS

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Sale of Vintage & Classic Cars, Motorcycles

Saturday 19th October 2019

Event field next to Allington Farmshop, 

just off the A420, SN14 6L

1960 Borgward Isabella

Reg. no. 222 CBM

Chassis no. 321959

Engine no. 4064610

In the 1950s, Borgward was an ambitious company with its sights firmly set on the giants of the post-war German car industry. Their large six-cylinder cars, the Hansa 2400 and later the P100, were meant to compete with the likes of Mercedes-Benz and were aggressively forward-looking in their styling and technology. The Isabella was intended to appeal to a wider market; it was priced higher than a Ford or Opel in the domestic market, but lower than a Mercedes. On launch in 1954, the Isabella impressed reviewers with its spacious, airy cabin and excellent brakes, while Borgward’s taste for modern technology was shown by the monocoque construction and hydraulic clutch. The 1500cc engine developed 60bhp initially, rising to 75 by 1958, and was coupled to an all-synchromesh 4-speed column shift gearbox. Available in a variety of body styles, although always 2-door, the Isabella was a good seller, but along with Borgward’s other products left the market in 1961 when the company suffered a bankruptcy that remains controversial and murky to this day.

This 1960 Isabella is the practical estate (Combi) version. It has been restored at some point in the past but unfortunately little else is known about it at the time of cataloguing, as it comes from a deceased estate; it is hoped that more information will be with the car by the time of the sale.

Extra details and estimates:

£10,000 - 15,000

SOURCE: http://richardedmondsauctions.com/catalogue-new/?lot=2121

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1981 FERRARI 308 GTS - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS The Ferrari & Porsche Sale IXL Events Centre Dallas Burston Polo Club Stoneythorpe Estate Southam CV47 2Dl Saturday 21st September 2019

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IXL Events Centre

Dallas Burston Polo Club

Stoneythorpe Estate Southam CV47 2Dl

Saturday 21st September 2019

 1981 FERRARI 308 GTS
Registration No: RFX 199W
Chassis No: 31447
Engine No: TBC
Guide Price:£35,000 - £42,000

• European-spec, left-hand drive, delivered new to Holland in January 1981 and imported into the UK in 1997
• Beautifully presented in, perhaps, the most desirable colour scheme of Rosso Corsa with Nero leather and Nero carpets
• Detailed history folder with original book packs and service book stamped up-to-date supported by a wealth of invoices
• Ideal for the holiday home, export, entry-level enthusiast or maybe a stablemate for other classic sports cars

The 308 GTB was launched at the Paris Motor Show in 1975 as a direct replacement for the Dino 246. Designed by Pininfarina with sweeping curves and aggressive lines, the 308 has gone on to become one of the most recognised Ferraris of all time. Fitted with a 2.9 litre DOHC V8 engine fed by four Webber 40DCNF Carburettors, the power output of 255bhp was sufficient to propel the 308 from 0 to 60mph in 6.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 159 mph. In 1980, the decision was taken to replace the carburettors with fuel injection, unfortunately reducing the engine output from 255 to 214 bhp, meaning that the earlier carburettor cars, like this one, are significantly quicker. The 308 was manufactured in both GTB and GTS (Spider) forms from 1977 to 1985, before being replaced by the 328. In hindsight, connoisseurs of Ferrari from this era consider the version to have is a Euro-spec, steel-bodied car with a dry sump and carburettors, which is exactly what we have offered here.

This left-hand drive Ferrari 308 GTS was delivered new to Amsterdam on the 2^nd of January 1981 in arguably the most sought after colour combination of Rosso Corsa (red) paint with Nero (black) leather seating and black carpets. It’s currently showing 125,234 km on the odometer which equates to little over 78,000 miles in total, supported by the original service book stamped up-to-date. Clearly, this example has been lavished with attention since arriving in the UK in 1997 visiting highly regarded marque specialists for maintenance and service work as detailed in a number of invoices found within the history folder. Most recently, this 308 visited QV London for an annual service including all fluids and some general repair work at 124,984 km and is offered with the original book pack, Ferrari sales literature, a history folder including old MOTs, a wealth of invoices and a clean MOT expiring on 12 August 2020.

This handsome, steel-bodied 308 GTS offered at a realistic guide, in good colours with a detailed history file, represents superb value in our opinion and a left-hand drive example could turn out to be an astute purchase with a wide market of potential buyers when the time comes to sell. In the meantime, enjoy classic Ferrari ownership with a lively V8 behind you and the wind in your hair.

SOURCE: https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/events/2019-auctions/a-sale-of-ferrari-porsche-2019/a-sale-of-ferrari-porsche-2019/12.30pm-ferrari-sale/1981-ferrari-308-gts

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1972 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA CONVERTIBLE - COYS AUCTIONS Fontwell House Sale Chichester Thursday 12th September 2019

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Thursday 12th September 2019

1972 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA CONVERTIBLE

The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia was produced between 1955 and 1974, with some 360,000 coupes and over 80,000 cabriolets made. What is certain is that it was the most beautiful car ever produced by the BeetleMeisters, what is unclear is exactly how the car was designed and conceived. Certainly the initial idea was sparked by Dr Wilhelm Karmann, who was building the Beetle cabriolet, suggested to Ghia that a beetle-based sports car could be made and presented to VW for their approval.

Several people claim a stake in the concept of the car, in addition to the obvious triumvirate of VW in Wolfsburg, Karmann in Osnabruck and Ghia in Turin. What is assured however is that this elegant design, considered by many to be way ahead of its time, holds a firm place in automotive design classics and the hearts and minds of many enthusiasts and collectors around the world?

Coys are delighted to offer this stunning VW Karmann Ghia

Convertible in RHD with a manual transmission. This charming vehicle has had an extensive structural restoration in 2017 which can be seen in the fully documented portfolio of receipts and photos. Since then, the car has hardly been driven and kept in a heated garage when not in use. Few Ghias come up in a condition like this and this would certainly make a welcome addition to any serious collection.

We love these Karmann Ghias; beautiful looks, good German engineering and very easy to drive and to maintain. The ideal classic? We think so!

SOURCE: https://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1972-volkswagen-karmann-ghia-convertible

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