Record results for Silverstone Auctions’ biggest ever sale
Last week we held three days of auctions at the world famous Silvertone Classic. A fantastic catalogue of race cars and classic cars were offeredachieving total sales of £4.9million with 72% of classic cars sold.
Stars of the sale included a low mileage 1989 Peugeot 205 1.9 GTI which sold for a new world record auction price, as well as an 1958 AC Ace Bristol which sold for more than £80,000 over estimate. A 1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GTR in incredible original condition achieved the highest price of the sale.
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This stunning and beautifully original AC Ace Bristol wowed hundreds of classic car and motorsport enthusiasts, far exceeding its sale estimate in Saturday’s sale.
Sold for (£): 249,750
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With just 7,986 miles covered in the hands of one owner, this 205 presented in exceptional condition and sold for more than £12,000 over its lower estimate.
Sold for (£): 30,938 – New world record
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| 1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GTR |
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One of the most original Porsches we have ever seen, and one of just 17 made, this Porsche 924 Carrera GTR was the highest selling car of the sale.
Sold for (£): 495,000
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1965 Jaguar E-Type Series I 4.2 FHC
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This matching numbers and fully restored Jaguar E-Type Series I was hammered away for more than £48,000 over its lower estimate.
Sold for (£): 123,750
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| 1961 Jaguar E-Type Series I Roadster |
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One of the very earliest E-Types, chassis number 62, which was recently discovered in Scotland, was also fought over by bidders.
Sold for (£): 140,625
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| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL70 AMG |
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Among some special modern performance classics sold, this incredibly rare Mercedes-Benz SL70 achieved more than £15,000 over its lower estimate.
Sold for (£): 51,188 |
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| 1984 Audi Quattro - ex Nigel Mansell CBE |
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Bought new by Mr N. Mansell CBE, this very nicely restored proved is 1980's icon status.
Sold for (£): 26,438
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This 512 TR, a superb low mileage example, proved that original, UK right-hand drive Ferraris are still sought after.
Sold for (£): 162,000
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Consign your car to our next sale
The next sale takes place at Salon Privé on Friday 2nd September 2016 at the historic Blenheim Palace, where dozens of exquisite cars representing the very best of breed will be offered for sale.
We have a limited number of spaces left, so if you’d like to consign your car please contact us soon.
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