1980 TEAL TYPE 35 BUGATTI - COYS AUCTION Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, Vincent Square Westminster, London,

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Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, Vincent Square

Westminster, London,

SW1P 2PE

Viewing: Tuesday 11th April 2017 12Noon to 8:00pm

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1980 TEAL TYPE 35 BUGATTI

At the Pack Horse Inn, Affetside, Alan Hunter showed his two friends Ian Foster and Tony Rogers a brochure of a Volkswagen, rear engined  fibreglass replica of a Bugatti Type 35 he had picked up on a business trip to America. Ian Foster, once a chassis designer for Daimler, demonstrated on the back of a cigarette packet, how a strong chassis could be produced using the American body moulds to end up with a front engined version. In short the Worsley Bugatti was born. However, Ian remembered from his days at Daimler, Worsley was the nickname for a Friday car – a duff one – so a search was made for a new name. In the end Trafford Engineering Automotive Limited (TEAL) was decided upon. In 1986, Bob Jones purchased TEAL Cars from Ian Foster. Bob developed (with chassis builder Peter Farrell) the early T35 to accept a more authentic aluminium coachwork. 

On the 5th October 1986 the first all-aluminium Teal was born. Public reaction was highly positive with the company selling 16 cars in the first six months. The TEAL was further developed with the Types 43, 44, 52 and 59 versions also being manufactured. TEAL Cars finally ceased production in 1998. Today, there is a thriving club to cater for all types of the TEAL.

This Teal Type 35,  fitted with aluminium coachwork is not to be confused with the lesser GRP production models. Fitted with a genuine Bugatti steering wheel , the interior and trim look and feel very authentic, and the fiat 2000 twin cam engine with straight through exhaust offers a huge amount of power to such a light weight model. Sounding and driving beautifully the previous owner owned a Bentley Blower and we are reliably informed preferred to drive this Teal Bugatti. Simply wonderful.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1980-teal-type-35-bugatti

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1983 RENAULT 5 ALPINE TURBO - COYS AUCTIONS, Westminster, London, SW1P 2PE, 12/04/17

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Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, Vincent Square

Westminster, London,

SW1P 2PE

Viewing: Tuesday 11th April 2017 12Noon to 8:00pm

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1983 RENAULT 5 ALPINE TURBO

The Renault 5 Alpine was the original hot-hatch. Launched in 1976, it pre-dated the VW Golf GTI. In the UK, the car was sold as the Renault 5 Gordini, the reason being that Chrysler Europe had retained the rights to the name ‘Alpine’ in the UK.

The 5 Alpine featured a 1,397cc OHV engine based on the Renault ‘Sierra’ pushrod engine, but with a crossflow cylinder head and hemispherical combustion chambers, developing 92 bhp. Delivering the power was a five-speed gearbox, stiffened suspension with torsion bars all round. As a nod to Renaults motorsport involvement in period, the 5 Alpine was finished with gold alloy wheels and strips, and fog lamps to the front.

In 1982 Renault decided to upgrade the naturally aspirated Alpine, and added a single Garrett T3 turbocharger, increasing the power output to 110 bhp. Called the Renault 5 Alpine Turbo, road tests returned reports of a top speed of heady 112 mph, and 0 – 60 in 8.7 seconds, which was considered brisk in the early 80s.

This French-delivered model was produced in 1983 and delivered to the Basque region of the South West of France. The first owner kept his beloved Renault for 12 years, selling in 1995 to the second owner, a Manuel Balije of Vigo in North West Spain. After 17 years of ownership Mr. Balije undertook a comprehensive restoration; the bodywork was stripped, attention given to the rear arches, new front wings fitted and then repainted in its original shade of metallic blue. The engine was removed, stripped and rebuilt with new parts (including the turbo). The original gearbox was also removed, inspected and serviced. LIkewise the running gear was rebuilt, with genuine parts where required. Mr. Balije kept the Renault for a further 4 years, covering c.4000 kilometers before finally parting with the car.

Upon arrival into the UK in late 2016, the Renault’s brakes were cleaned, refitted and balanced correctly, the exhaust adjusted to cure a vibration, a new crank sensor fitted, the door windows adjusted, a new boot strut fitted, the carburettor tuned, and the sound system upgraded.

As a result of a lot of time and effort this little pocket rocket starts, pulls and brakes very well indeed. The bodywork displays no signs of rust, and the original interior presents well with no tears.  Hot hatches of the 1980s are widely tipped to be the next big thing in the classic car movement, and this very rare, very cool example must rank as one of the true classics of the era.

SOURCE:www.coys.co.uk/cars/1983-renault-5-alpine-turbo

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1954 JAGUAR XK120 DROPHEAD COUPE SE - COYS AUCTION, Westminster, London, 12/04/2017

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Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, Vincent Square

Westminster, London,

SW1P 2PE

Viewing: Tuesday 11th April 2017 12Noon to 8:00pm

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1954 JAGUAR XK120 DROPHEAD COUPE SE

It was at the 1948 London Motor Show that Jaguar virtually threw the sports car world into turmoil with its stunning XK120. Here was a car with incredible style and looks, a powerful six cylinder engine installed in an outstanding chassis and a remarkably low price, a quarter that of a V12 Ferrari, but with similar performance.

At the heart of the William Lyons styled roadster was that all-new 3,442cc twin overhead camshaft XK engine, producing 160bhp via twin SU carburettors, sufficient for 126mph and 0-60mph in 10 seconds. The XK120 became a massive success, both on the road and the track, where it scored numerous victories.

The many drivers included Stirling Moss, Peter Walker, Peter Whitehead, Leslie Johnson and lan Appleyard.  In XK120C/C-Type form it won Le Mans in both 1951 and ‘53, while its engine was to power three more Le Sarthe winners and a whole host of successful Jaguar models for the next fifty years.

This Auggust 1954 Jaguar XK120 Special Equipment Model is finished in one of the most Flamboyant colour schemes Jaguar did, she boasts individuality from her rare Pastel blue paint work to the blue contesting leather interior and her matching blue soft top and carpets.

Originally sold by Max Hoffman (New York Jaguar) to a Dr G H Wadsworth in Carolina, she has lived in Carolina all her life before moving to the UK a few years ago, completely rust free and having never seen rain this is very clear to see.

She boasts full matching numbers, plus matching colours all backed up buy the Jaguar Heritage Certificate and displays a mere 19,000 miles on the odometer, confirmed by its one Private owner.

The polished wooden dash board sets the scene for what is a truly amazing driving experience, all the clock and buttons are in place, the chrome work is in fantastic condition along with the wire wheel, all carpets are like new and the mohair soft top is perfect.

The engine and gearbox are all in great working order, along with the paint work and underside of the car.

Included in the sale are the jack and spare wheel along with some owner’s manual and original jaguar brochures. Not to be missed.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1954-jaguar-xk120-drophead-coupe-se

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1953 LAMBRETTA 125 FD - COYS AUCTIONS SPRING CLASSICS Royal Horticultural Society 12th April

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Royal Horticultural Society, Lindley Hall, Vincent Square

Westminster, London,

SW1P 2PE

Viewing: Tuesday 11th April 2017 12Noon to 8:00pm

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1953 LAMBRETTA 125 FD

Although an FA model was shown in the first brochures, this model was actually put into production, certainly some were made for evaluation purposes, but the first model you could actually purchase off the production line from Innocenti was this the FB.

Three versions of box were offered on the FC as with the FB, but you could also purchase the scooter as a chassis only option. Wooden box, aluminium compartment, or an open wooden box, although the single headlight at the front had now been moved to the top of the box, to stop it getting broken while parking as with the earlier models.

Wheel size was increased to 4 inches, to aid and improve stability, but even this model of three wheeled Lambretta did not sell as well as Lambretta had hoped for.

The most important change on the new FD models was moving the load carrying compartments to the rear of the vehicle, a single wheel was now at the front with the load carrying two wheels at the rear.

The front end of the FD was taken directly from the D model of scooter, the frame was made up by a single large section of tubing which was attached through various welds to some rectangular tubes to make the base of the load carrying section.

Now the mechanicals of the new design could not drive the rear wheel directly, a new transmission was designed which used a shaft, differential and two axles to move the scooter along.

The 125cc engine still did not gain much power the previous models, top speed topped out at a maximum speed of just over 30mph (45kmh). Front drum brake was operated from the lever on the handle bars, whilst the two rear brakes we operated by a hydraulic set up.

Imported by its current owner in 2005, this wonderful FD has been restored regardless of cost and was registered for road use by him in 2011. Forming part of a significant Italian collection of cars and motorbikes in west London we are reliably informed that the scooter can make 35km on 1 litre of two stroke fuel! This wonderful piece of Italian motorcycle history would make a magnificent addition to any collection.

SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1953-lambretta-125-fd

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1959 VANDEN PLAS PRINCESS DM4 LIMOUSINE - BRIGHTWELLS, Bicester, OXON OX26 5HA, Wednesday 5th April

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Bicester Heritage, Buckingham Road, Bicester, OXON OX26 5HA

Viewing: Tuesday 4th April - 9am to 5pm

Auction: Wednesday 5th April - 12 noon

1959 VANDEN PLAS PRINCESS DM4 LIMOUSINE

The first Austin Princess was launched in 1947 as the flagship model in the Austin range. Based on the Austin Sheerline, it featured a body by the coachbuilder Vanden Plas and was a large saloon or limousine, most being bought for civic ceremonial duties or by hire companies as limousines for rent.

The Princess was updated over the years through Mark I, II, III and IV versions, the variations being fairly minor: the bodywork didn't change much until the MkIV version with its integrated front wings, nor did the 4-litre straight-six engine. By 1959 production of the saloon had come to an end but the long-wheelbase DM4 limousine version soldiered on until 1968 when it was replaced by the Daimler DS420.

Built by hand in limited numbers, the limousine was luxuriously appointed with lots of polished wood, optional Mohair rugs and radio with controls in the armrest. Among the long list of available extras were monograms and a flagstaff. The driving compartment was separated from the rear of the car by a glass division with an optional telephone for the passengers to communicate with the driver. The driving seat was finished in leather but the rear seats were typically trimmed in cloth, although this one has been reupholstered in more practical vinyl. To increase seating capacity, two occasional seats could be folded out of the floor.

The car had independent coil suspension at the front with semi-elliptic leaf springs and anti-roll bar at the rear. The cam-and-peg type steering gear had optional power assistance. An automatic limousine was tested by The Motor in 1962 and had a top speed of 86.2mph and could accelerate from 0-60 in 23.5 seconds. A fuel consumption of 15.8mpg was recorded while the test car cost £3,473 including taxes.

This very nicely presented DM4 Limousine was manufactured in 1959 and has been in the current ownership since 1990. Used as part of a wedding and nostalgia travel business, it has always proved both reliable and popular.

So reliable in fact that there are few bills on file: one for a new head gasket, new valves, guides and springs and one for an ignition overhaul in 2014. The file also includes 24 old MOTs which indicate that it has covered around 10,000 miles over the last 27 years.

This impressive period piece has served reliably in all areas of the business and still looks very smart to this day. It is due to be driven some 30 miles to the sale and would make a useful addition to any fleet.

SOURCE: http://www.brightwells.com/classic-motoring/bicester-classic-vintage/bicester-classic-vintage-april-2017/bicester-catalogue-5th-april/

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1924 AC ROYAL With DICKEY - BRIGHTWELLS AUCTION Bicester, OXON OX26 5HA, Wednesday 5th April - 12 noon

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Bicester Heritage, Buckingham Road, Bicester, OXON OX26 5HA

Viewing: Tuesday 4th April - 9am to 5pm

Auction: Wednesday 5th April - 12 noon

1924 AC ROYAL With DICKEY

One of the oldest names in British motoring history, AC can trace its origins right back to 1901 and specialised in producing three-wheeled delivery vehicles up to the outbreak of the First World War.

AC had just started production of a more conventional car before the war and were ready with the new model once hostilities were over. Called the Royal and powered by a four-cylinder 1,496cc Anzani engine driving through a three-speed transaxle gearbox, it had lightweight coachwork in two- and four-seater formats and was claimed to have a sustained cruising speed of 45mph. With a list price of £225, it was less expensive than the contemporary Ford Model T Tourer.

Production of the four-cylinder AC continued until 1928 and although it was moderately successful (and included PG Wodehouse as a happy customer), the small car was eclipsed by AC’s very successful ohc six-cylinder models. There are believed to be fewer than 50 Royals in existence today.

This 1924 AC Royal two-seater was first registered MN 3513 in October 1924 and supplied by Onchan Motors of Douglas, Isle of Man - their brass supplier’s plaque is still attached to the dashboard. The car came to the mainland in 1962 and was re-registered XFR 513. Between 1962 and the current owner buying the car in 2014, it had only three owners and spent some time on display in the Black family’s Yorkshire Car Collection.

The vendor spent some time turning the AC from a museum exhibit into a useable road-going car. The engine was rebuilt with many new parts (pistons, clutch, timing chains, exhaust, etc) and the crank assembly balanced to produce a smooth, lively engine.

It is not known when the bodywork was restored, but it is in very sound condition and is surprisingly attractive in its brown and beige colour scheme. The carpets were replaced recently and have tailor-made coir covers to protect them when the car was used in inclement weather (between the end of August and the middle of July, generally). The car has a dickey seat for those kind husbands who would like to take their mother-in-law on long distance winter tours.

The cream leather upholstery is nicely mellowed, being in that sweet spot of being worn in without being worn out. The hood, too, is good having been recently reconditioned and comes with a matching cover.

The Royal is a pretty, lightweight vintage car with enough power not to be an embarrassment on the road. It is eligible for VSCC Light Car and Edwardian Section events and is only being sold because the current owner has a number of other cars which are more demanding of his time.

This AC is a car which has been carefully re-commissioned by an enthusiastic owner and is ready to be used and enjoyed by the successful bidder.

SOURCE: http://www.brightwells.com/classic-motoring/bicester-classic-vintage/bicester-classic-vintage-april-2017/bicester-catalogue-5th-april/

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