1973 TRIUMPH TR6 - COYS AUCTIONS GRAND MARQUES SALE MECC, Forum 100, 6229GV Maastricht, The Netherlands SATURDAY 13th JANUARY 2018

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1973 TRIUMPH TR6

Chassis Number: CR5490L

The Triumph TR6 was the best-selling Triumph in history when production ended in 1976, but was later surpassed by the TR7. More than 94,000 TR6’s were built, ninety per cent of them to US specification. The TR6 was a refined sports car. It featured pile carpets on floors and boot (trunk), plush-looking bucket seats, a lovely wooden dashboard and a full complement of instrumentation. In the US, it featured the six-cylinder engine that was carried over from the TR250, while the UK version had a more powerful fuel-injected engine from the TR5 that included the Lucas mechanical fuel injection system. It traces its lineage back to the four-cylinder Triumphs: TR4, TR4A, TR3/TR3A and TR2. This stylish six-cylinder sports car is regarded by some as the last true Triumph.

The TR6 presented here was delivered in 1973, finished in Triumph Pure White with black leatherette seats. The interior has the original wooden dashboard with original steering wheel. The Triumph is said to drive very well, with its powerful injection motor and optional overdrive gearbox.

If you are seeking an honest TR6 in its original specification then this could well be the car for you. The TR6 is offered with Dutch registration papers.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1973-triumph-tr6-2

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1975 CITROEN DS 23 IE PALLAS - COYS AUCTIONS GRAND MARQUES SALE MECC, Forum 100, 6229GV Maastricht, The Netherlands SATURDAY 13th JANUARY 2018

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1975 CITROEN DS 23 IE PALLAS

Built to top-of-the-range Pallas specification, this late-model DS23ie retains its original fuel-injected 2.3-litre engine, which has been overhauled and fitted with a new clutch and has the rare and desirable five-speed manual gearbox. Other noteworthy features include a metal sunroof and a rare towing hitch. The car was supplied new to Germany, where it enjoyed two owners and resided in a private collection after the second German ownership.

In 2009/2010 the vehicle was fully dismantled and restored with great attention to detail, the work being documented on an accompanying CD. Classic-Data’s accompanying appraisal rates this car as ‘Condition 1′ (Concours), consideration having been given to the numerous new parts used during restoration. These include the seat belts, complete exhaust system, rubber seals, tyres, high-quality carpets, boot lining, stainless steel door sills, hydraulic spheres, brakes, water pump, stainless steel indicators, etc, while the fuel tank has been repaired and resealed. The car is finished in the stunning colour combination of copper metallic with beige/cream painted roof, while the restored, original interior is trimmed in brown leather with beige carpets and matching headlining of the finest quality.

The current vendor purchased the DS in February of this year. Previously it has formed part of his significant private collection in the UK. Described as ‘very good’ in all departments, this well restored DS is offered with assorted restoration documents.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1975-citroen-ds-23-ie-pallas

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1966 RENAULT ALPINE A108 F.A.S.A CABRIOLET - COYS AUCTIONS GRAND MARQUES SALE MECC, Forum 100, 6229GV Maastricht, The Netherlands SATURDAY 13th JANUARY 2018

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1966 RENAULT ALPINE A108 F.A.S.A CABRIOLET

Dieppe-born Jean R. initially made his name racing and rallying in the 1950’s at the wheel of self-prepared rear-engined Renaults. The master of the diminutive 4CV, he secured class wins in such major events as the Mille Miglia and Coupe Des Alpes rally. Quick to incorporate his own modifications, he replaced the three-speed gearboxes with five-speed units and even built some lightweight alloy-bodied cars that he campaigned with success at Le Mans and Sebring. It was then a short step to the formation of ‘Societe des Automobiles Alpine’ and cars of his own design – the name was chosen to reflect his past successes in alpine rallies – and the company’s first offering, the A106, was a star of the 1954 Paris Salon. Embodying the best of everything he had learnt from his modified Renaults, the A106 was a rear-engined Coupe based on Renault 4CV mechanicals and clothed in a lightweight body made of fibreglass. Alpine then conspired with Michelotti to produce a stylish low-slung Cabriolet version which was underpinned by an especially stiff backbone chassis of the type that would become Alpine’s hallmark.

The Fabrica Automobile Societa Anonyma or F.A.S.A were a tuning company that were licensed to build Renault motorcars for the Spanish market. With the expertise of Jean Rédélé and Manuel Jiménez Alfaro, they used their motorsport facilities to tune Alpines with Renault supplied components and gained a reputation for excellent limited edition models with a strong racing emphasis.

Just like Michelotti, F.A.S.A were successful in producing a ‘stylish low-slung Cabriolet’ and this is what we are proud to have on offer with us here today.

This particular example has been owned by the current vendor for almost 20 years and has been subject to an older restoration, is described to be in good condition throughout.

Despite being considered very collectable and desirable in France and Italy, due to very low production numbers, on a global scale, these very stylish and evocative little Alpines are still, even today, only now being really understood and are becoming increasingly collectable.

Posing a clearly fantastic investment opportunity, these Alpines are also great fun to drive and are truly iconic in design and identifiable worldwide.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1966-renault-alpine-a108-f-a-s-a-cabriolet-2

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1969 FORD ESCORT MK1 – RACE/RALLY PREPARED - COYS AUCTIONS AUTOSPORT SALE 2018 National Exhibition Centre Marston Green, Birmingham, B49 1NT Saturday 13th January 2018

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1969 FORD ESCORT MK1 – RACE/RALLY PREPARED

The Ford Escort Mk I was introduced in 1967 and was a commercial success in many parts of Western Europe. However, in the UK it was the best-selling car during the 1960s. In June 1974, less than six years after the car’s UK introduction, Ford announced the completion of the two millionth Ford Escort, a milestone unmatched by any Ford model outside the USA. The Escort used a brand new unitary construction body shell and came with a choice of 1098cc or 1298cc four-cylinder, overhead valve engines. It also featured contemporary styling cues in tune with its time: a subtle Detroit-inspired “Coke bottle” waistline and the “dogbone” shaped front grille arguably the car’s most famous stylistic feature. The Escorts became very successful as a rally car and they eventually went on to become one of the most successful rally cars of all time. The Ford works team was practically unbeatable in the late 1960s / early 1970s and, arguably, the Escort’s greatest victory was in the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup Rally being driven by Finnish legend Hannu Mikkola.

This Escort has been repatriated from South Africa, where it was prepared for motorsport use. The Escort is supplied with the relevant NOVA as proof of customs clearance, in addition to South African shipping papers.

A great, cost-effective way to get into Historic Motorsport.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1969-ford-escort-mk1-racerally-prepared-2

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1959 MG MILANO - COYS AUCTIONS AUTOSPORT SALE 2018 National Exhibition Centre Marston Green, Birmingham, B49 1NT Saturday 13th January 2018

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1959 MG MILANO
ONE OF THREE BUILT
Chassis Number: 0001

The car offered here is the first Milano MG built by Bruce Leer in 1959 using a Ferrari Monza styled open top Milano coachwork on an MG J2 chassis. The Milano body was constructed by renowned specialists JWF Glass-Fibre Industries (Australia).  Ian Johnson was the J in JWF and joint owner with Bruce Leer. A TC engine running twin 1.5-inch SUs was used for power, driving a close ratio MG TC gearbox, TC diff housing with a modified A-series diff centre. The Milano MG made its first competition appearance early in 1960 at Enoo Blass circuit at Orange. By 1961 the Milano MG held the under 1500cc lap record at Warwick Farm, and had bettered a top speed of 107 mph recorded on Con-Rod Straight at Bathurst, and is reported to have achieved 120mph at Orange.

The vendor informs us that the car has had a full body restoration and repaint in two pack orange, the original colour. Mechanically the car is said to be in excellent condition and running very well. The motor is an MG TF 1500 block with all steel internals and the head has been set up to run unleaded petrol. The car comes with Cams Historic Log Book and COD and is also eligible for FIA HTP papers. A very rare car that would be welcome at any number of historic racing events.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1959-mg-milano

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1991 HONDA NSX RARE RIGHT-HAND DRIVE - COYS AUCTIONS AUTOSPORT SALE 2018 National Exhibition Centre Marston Green, Birmingham, B49 1NT Saturday 13th January 2018

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1991 HONDA NSX
RARE RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
Chassis Number: NA11000986

The legendary Honda NSX (standing for New Sportscar Experimental) was developed by the Honda Motor Corporation between 1984 and its eventual launch in 1990, with major chassis and suspension input from three times F1 World Champion, Ayrton Senna.

The NSX featured a state of the art 3.0-litre V6 ‘VTEC’ engine (variable valve timing) and an all-aluminium monocoque body, encompassing a revolutionary extruded aluminium alloy frame and suspension. This made the car extremely light and extremely strong. Other game-changing features included 4 channel ABS brakes, titanium connecting rods in the engine and later in the model’s life – an electric power steering system as well as an upgrade to a 3.2-litre V6 engine. The car was the first real Japanese ‘Supercar’, proving itself and quickly establishing respect from its key competitors. Production continued right up until 2005, with only subtle changes made throughout its life.

Finished in Sebring Silver with contrasting black leather, this beautifully maintained NSX has recently been taken to Honda for a full 96 point inspection, as well as road test to ensure that any and all minor faults were rectified as well as giving the car a thorough service. New coolant, gearbox oil as well as an engine service was included. Additionally, the car has had its cambelt’s changed as well as having new rocker gaskets fitted. Fitted with the Type-R bonnet.

This on-the-button example was purchased by its current custodian from a friend who worked for McLaren and was relocating to Spain at the time. Knowing how much fun the car was to drive, we are told it was an easy decision and the car has brought its current custodian to many local events such as Goodwood, Beaulieu and Wilton. Sadly, due to another house move, this NSX is regretfully back on the market.

Being offered for sale for a very honest reason and described to be in good to excellent condition in all respects, this represents a fantastic opportunity to purchase one of the world’s most recognisable supercars is a very realistic price.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1991-honda-nsx

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1957 AUSTIN A35 HRDC RACE CAR - COYS AUCTIONS AUTOSPORT SALE 2018 National Exhibition Centre Marston Green, Birmingham, B49 1NT Saturday 13th January 2018

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1957 AUSTIN A35 HRDC RACE CAR

RACED BY SIR CHRIS HOY AT GOODWOOD

Chassis Number: A2S5 HCS 15332 / HRDC – 019

Introduced in 1956, the A35 replaced the highly successful Austin A30. The name reflected the larger and more powerful 34hp A-Series engine enabling a slightly higher top speed and better acceleration. Similar in appearance to the A30 except for a larger rear window aperture and a painted front grill with chrome horse-shoe surround, both had 13” wheels and was offered as a two or four-door saloon, ‘Countryman’ estate and van. The A35 was successfully raced in its day and can still be seen today at historic race meetings.

This wonderful A35 presented in Old English White was built to full HRDC 2017 race specification by the current vendor. This bare metal rebuild included new sills, floorplans and door braces; as well as a full HRDC roll cage and fibreglass wings, bonnet and boot. We are advised that all the safety equipment included seat and harnesses are in date and the car is described to be both competitive and easy to drive.

The car is eligible for HRDC Academy and A Series Challenge, HRDC Touring Greats, Coy’s Trophy and CTCRC Pre ’66; among others. Recently the car was driven to First in Class at the 2017 Donington Historic Festival and was also chosen to compete in the St Mary’s Trophy at the Goodwood Revival in 2016, driven by the enigmatic Sir Chris Hoy. The car comes with a detailed history file containing all the invoices for the restoration / build, as well as all the necessary papers for racing and we are told that the current builder and preparer of the car is available to offer race support to the new owner should it be required. A wonderful prospect for the 2018 season and a sure ticket into some of the most exhilarating racing there is on offer.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: http://www.coys.co.uk/cars/1957-austin-a35-hrdc-race-car

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