1958 FIAT TOPOLINO - COYS AUCTION @ FONTWELL HOUSE Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

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COYS AUCTION @ FONTWELL HOUSE

Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX

 THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

1958 FIAT TOPOLINO

Better equipped than many cars twice its size, the FIAT 500 – soon nicknamed ‘Topolino’ (mouse) – brought a degree of refinement hitherto unknown to small cars when launched in 1936. Lockheed hydraulic brakes, independent front suspension and 12-volt electrics were all features while an engine mounted ahead of the front axle helped maximise cabin space for the two occupants. The 569cc, four-cylinder, side valve motor produced a modest 13bhp but as the Topolino weighed little more than half a tonne it could nevertheless manage a respectable 50mph-plus under favourable conditions. For most buyers though, the frugal (up-to-50mpg) fuel consumption would have been a major attraction. Introduced in 1946, the 500B featured a more powerful (16.5bhp) overhead-valve engine that would be carried over to the Topolino’s final incarnation – the restyled 500C of 1949, which was the first FIAT model to offer a heating/demisting system as standard. At the same time as the 500B was introduced, a Giardiniera station waggon (also known as the Belvedere) was added to the range, offering four-seat accommodation as well as increased luggage space. Equipped with the superior overhead-valve engine, these later Topolinos were genuine 60mph cars, though no less economical than their predecessors.

Testing a FIAT 500C in June 1951, The Autocar magazine reported that, ‘The latest FIAT 500 is compact, economical, easy to park and easy to maintain. It has a surprising carrying capacity. It is a thoroughly roadworthy small car with a performance adequate for the needs of very many people, and when enterprisingly driven can hold its own with more powerful cars even over indifferent surfaces,’ all of which remains thoroughly commendable today.

This highly original example of the Topolino Transformable is finished in red autumn brown over charcoal and has come from a significant Italian collection. Reported to drive very well, and work as it should this charming and iconic little Italian automobile is a guaranteed head-turner at any gathering of classic motor cars, offered with Italian registration papers.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1950-fiat-topolino

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1961 CADILLAC COUPE DE VILLE - COYS AUCTION @ FONTWELL HOUSE Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

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COYS AUCTION @ FONTWELL HOUSE

Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX

 THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

1961 CADILLAC COUPE DE VILLE

The first Cadillac “Coupe de Ville” was shown during the 1949 Motorama. It was built on a Cadillac Sixty Special chassis and featured a dummy air-scoop, chrome trim around front wheel openings, and a one-piece windshield and rear glass. The interior was black and trimmed in grey leather, including the headliner, to match the roof colour.

The Cadillac was restyled for the second time and re-engineered for 1961. The new grille slanted back towards both the bumper and the hood lip and sat between dual headlamps. New forward slanting front pillars with non-wraparound windshield glass were seen. The revised backlight treatment had crisp angular lines with thin pillars on some models and heavier semi-blind quarter roof posts on others. De Ville models featured front series designation scripts and a lower body “skeg” trimmed with a thin, three-quarter-length spear moulding running from behind the front wheel opening to the rear of the car. Standard equipment included power brakes, power steering, automatic transmission, dual backup lights, windshield washer, dual speed wipers, wheel discs, plain fender skirts, outside rearview mirror, vanity mirror, oil filter, power windows and 2-way power seats. Rubberized front and rear coil springs replaced the trouble-prone air suspension system. Four-barrel induction systems were now the sole power choice and dual exhaust was no longer available.

The Cadillac offered here is a two door model finished in the original colour of Fontana Rose (code 48). This car was imported from the USA in 1989 when it was registered with a UK V5C. It benefits from a host of features including power steering, electric windows, original radio and whitewall tyres. We are told that the 6.2 litre V8 starts well and pulls smoothly on her automatic transmission, making her a joy to drive. This car represents a great opportunity to own a true American classic in time for the summer.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1961-cadillac-coupe-de-ville

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1978 OPEL 1.0 RS – THE ROBERTO CARLOTTO BARCHETTA - COYS AUCTION @ FONTWELL HOUSE Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

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Fontwell Park, Sussex, BN18 0SX

 THURSDAY 29th JUNE 2017

1978 OPEL 1.0 RS – THE ROBERTO CARLOTTO BARCHETTA

 The keyboardist Roberto Carlotto, known as Hunka Munka, began as a musician in Europe in the late 1960s, performing as an opening act across Europe for the likes of Rod Stewart. He later performed with bands such as The Puppies and Anonymous Sound before going solo in 1970. As a soloist, Carlotto was distinguished for his remarkable technique and the high quality of his equipment – which included an incredible number of keyboards and even the first examples of electronic tape batteries. Carlotto then joined Dik Dik in 1973 and since 2011, Roberto Carlotto plays with Analogous Reforms.

In the late 1970s Carlotto decided to have a personalised sports car built to his own unique design. As a basis he used an Opel of the period, onto which he commissioned an Italian coachbuilder to fit a bespoke Barchetta body which was finished to a good standard, complemented by a tan interior. In more recent times the Barchetta has been part of a large motor collection alongside many other significant motor cars. The Barchetta is offered with Italian papers showing Carlotto as the previous owner.

A very interesting and unique motor car which would the perfect addition for the serious collector.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1978-opel-1-0-rs-the-roberto-carlotto-barchetta

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1978 FORD CAPRI 1.6 MkIII - CHARTERHOUSE AUCTIONS Bath & West Showground, A371, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN SUNDAY 18th JUNE 2017

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Bath & West Showground, A371, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN

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1978 FORD CAPRI 1.6 MkIII

A 1978 Ford Capri MkIII 1.6, registration number PCW 202T, blue. Code named Carla, the facelift MkIII became available in 1977. With its masculine mean and moody looks, it proved a hit and would remain in production until time was called in 1987. This 1.6 litre version has formed part of a private collection and has seen a low annual mileage in recent years. It has recently passed its MOT and is said to be an honest example which runs and drives well but offers room for improvement as time and funds allow.  V5C, MOT to May 2018

SOURCE: http://www.charterhouse-auction.com/preview/classic-cars-and-motorcycles/cars-june-classic-car-preview/3500-3800-2/

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1927 SWIFT 10HP SALOON - RICHARD EDMONDS AUCTIONS Allington, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6LJ SATURDAY 17th JUNE 2017

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Allington, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6LJ

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1927 SWIFT 10HP SALOON

Reg. no. IJ 4904
Chassis no. Unknown
Engine no. Unknown

As with so many British car manufacturers, the Swift Motor Company was born out of bicycle manufacturing; in this case, the first bicycles appeared in 1869, followed by motorcycles in 1898 and then – a natural step – a cycle car in 1902. Production of these cycle cars, and the occasional larger car continued until 1914. At the end of the war, production started up again with the 1.1 litre 10, 2-litre 12 and 3-litre 15. However, the immediate post-war British car industry was a strange and volatile place, with potential for great success but also a dismal failure. Swift was to be caught up in an example of the latter. Half of the company was bought by the ambitious Harper Bean Group, which had visions of producing 100,000 vehicles a year by 1922 – 50,000 Beans, 25,000 Vulcans and 25,000 Swifts. The dearth of all of these cars today tells its own story about how successful that was. Financial troubles came quickly and harshly, and by 1921 Swift was back on its own, in poor financial health. Nevertheless, they continued to make solid, well-engineered cars, particularly the excellent 10. Well-appointed capable of a very respectable 55mph, this was Swift’s most successful model, about 4,500 being made. Car production finally ended in 1931.

This 1927 10hp saloon has been in the present ownership for 35 years, before which it was in Australia. The subject of an older restoration, it remains excellent with regard to the chassis, engine and gearbox, and interior. The bodywork is good, as is the paintwork apart from some cracks. The car comes with a V5c. 

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1991 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX SERIES III - CHARTERHOUSE AUCTIONS Bath & West Showground, A371, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN SUNDAY 18th JUNE 2017

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Bath & West Showground, A371, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN

SUNDAY 18th JUNE 2017

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1991 DAIMLER DOUBLE SIX SERIES III 

A 1991 Daimler Double Six Series III saloon, registration number J125 MJK, metallic beige.  This Series III Daimler Double Six has just been removed from long term storage and will require recommissioning and the customary safety checks before returning to the road. Being a top of the range example, it features a walnut and top grade leather interior with individual seats and features the distinctive GKN alloy wheels. The Daimler is a worthwhile project of what is becoming an increasingly collected Jaguar model. V5C, no MOT  See illustration 

SOURCE: http://www.charterhouse-auction.com/product-category/june-classic-car-preview/

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