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Thursday, 22 January 2015
Leake Auction Company Oklahoma City February 20 & 21 - Cox Pavilion, OKC Fairgrounds - 500 Cars
RETROMOBILE 2015 BY ARTCURIAL MOTORCARS
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Bonhams 4th Annual Scottsdale Sale Achieves $25-Million As Race-Winning Ferrari 275 GTB/C Makes New Model Record
Bonhams 4th Annual Scottsdale Sale Achieves
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With a nearly 90% sell-through rate, Bonhams sets multiple auction records in Arizona
The stunningly beautiful, fast and historic 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Competizione
that won its class at Le Mans, Spa and Imola zoomed to the forefront of
Bonhams Scottsdale auction on Thursday, January 15th, and sold for
$9,405,000, setting a new world auction record for the model and also
making it one of the most valuable cars ever auctioned in Arizona.
Held at the picturesque Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Bonhams' fourth annual event was at full capacity with an audience of international bidders spilling outside the auction pavilion and onto the lawns where TV monitors broadcast the sale. Of the curated selection of 84 automobiles on offer, Ferrari – the grandest sporting marque of them all – was well represented as were notable motorcars from every era, many of which achieved very impressive results. The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL "Gullwing" Coupe formerly owned by Lord O'Neill, Prime Minister of Northern Ireland, made $1,375,000 after it was the subject of spirited bidding from collectors in attendance and on the telephones. Another Teutonic gem that was the focus of intense interest was the silver 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster with red interior, which achieved $1,237,500. The very original 1964 Shelby Cobra 289 that had been in single-family ownership since new drew an enormous amount of attention and finally sold to a private American collection for $1,017,500. Representing veteran and vintage cars, a Humber and a Kissel realized new world auction records for their marques. The British-built 1904 Humber 8.5hp Twin-Cylinder Two-Seater made $148,500 while the American-built 1926 Kissel 6-55 Gold Bug Speedster sold for $286,000. Other notable results came from a 1953 Mercedes-Benz 300S Coupe that achieved $511,500, while a pair of Ferrari 512 BBi models, a 1982 and a 1984, made more than double their pre-auction estimates with the former making a new auction record for the model when it sold for $357,500. From Bonhams' popular automobilia section, a 1929 opalescent "Vitesse" glass mascot by René Lalique exceeded expectations when it was bought by an American collector for $35,000. Showing strong demand in the market, other items from the French house of Lalique also achieved robust results. Said James Knight, Bonhams Group Motoring Director, "Year on year our auction here in Scottsdale has grown in both reputation and results. Our selection is focused but diverse, representing the very best of the car collecting hobby, and we're very pleased with the results and with the strong support demonstrated by clients from around the world." Added Mark Osborne, Bonhams US Head of Motoring, "Our sale has shown the strength of the market and of our firm, and it's been a real pleasure offering blue-chip motorcars to what is truly a global audience of connoisseurs." Malcolm Barber, Bonhams Co-Chairman and auctioneer, stated "Scottsdale is an excellent and important sale for Bonhams and we're delighted to be here in partnership with the beautiful Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. In continuation of our strategic global growth, we're also looking forward to our inaugural auction at Amelia Island in March." For a full list of results from Thursday's sale, please visit bonhams.com/scottsdale. For more information about the anticipated Amelia Island auction on Thursday, March 12th, please see the information below or go to bonhams.com/amelia.
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Tuesday, 20 January 2015
BONHAMS UPDATES
THE VINCENT HRD SERIES-A RAPIDE ONCE RESCUED
FROM SCRAP NOW OFFERED AT BONHAMS STAFFORD
The penultimate pre-war 1939 Vincent HRD Series-A Rapide
motorcycle rescued from scrap is now being offered, fully restored, for
an estimated £220,000-260,000 at Bonhams Stafford Sale, taking place 26
April 2015.
The Vincent Series-A twin offered is the penultimate machine
dispatched from the marques Stevenage factory before the outbreak of
World War Two in 1939. There are only around 65 Series-A Vincent v-twins
left in the world today, making this sale exceptionally rare.
The Vincent has remained in the family of motorcycle enthusiast
Harry Lloyd since 1959, when it was purchased in exchange for a mere £10
and an Amal TT carburetor. Lloyd restored the bike to its former glory
and used it for family trips around the United Kingdom. After a decade
of use, the primary chain snapped when on a journey home through the
suburbs of Liverpool, leaving the bike in need of repair. In 1968 the
HRD was dismantled, pending future restoration, and stored in a lock-up
garage in Liverpool.
A decade later, with the bike still in storage, an administrative
error meant ownership of the garage had been allocated elsewhere. When
Lloyd arrived, the padlocks had been cut-off of the garage and his bikes
- including the HRD Series-A - were being loaded into a skip.
After much argument, it was decided that the bikes couldn’t be
left, and so were transported back to Lloyd’s Liverpool home and stored
in the rear bedroom, where they remained undisturbed for the next 15
years.
“In 2007 restoration of the Vincent finally began, but sadly Mr.
Lloyd passed away before seeing the finished rebuild. No doubt he would
have been very proud of the finished machine," said Ben Walker,
International Director for Bonhams Motorcycle Department.
“Seven years of restoration have resulted in a magnificent
motorcycle completed to Concours standard. Owned by the same family for
the past fifty years, Bonhams Stafford sale offers a rare opportunity to
acquire this highly desirable machine – one of the holy grails of the
motorcycle world and a must for any major collection.”
Monday, 19 January 2015
SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS - RACE RETRO SALE
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More stunning, low mileage cars join a fantastic catalogue
We’ve recently consigned a fantastic selection of low mileage and
immaculately presented cars into our two-day sale at Race Retro which
takes place on the 21st and 22nd February at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.
From 1990s Ferraris to one of the finest Mk1 Ford Escorts available
on the market, once again our catalogue is shaping up to offer an
eclectic choice of stunning cars.
You can view the lot list here.
The value and investment potential of low mileage classic cars
should not be underestimated and collectors are paying some incredible
prices for the most original and low mileage cars out there. The low
mileage cars listed below are sure to generate attention from around the
world.
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Last entries invited for Race Retro Sale
There’s not long to go until our catalogue closes for our auction
at Race Retro. There are limited spaces available so if you would like
your car to join our sale then please contact one of our team on +44 (0)1926 691141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.
For now, read on for more on the cars we’ve recently consigned into the sale.
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1999 Ferrari 456M
The beautiful car offered here boasts just one registered keeper
from new and has covered an incredible 400 miles from new. It has been
stored in a de-humidified garage for its entire life and has been run up
to temperature regularly.
As one would expect, the car is presented in 'as new' condition.
The bodywork is flawless and has never seen rain, the sumptuous black
interior is unmarked and the engine bay is a delight.
This Ferrari 456 Modificata must be the lowest mileage example in
the country and is a unique opportunity for any collector. Supplied with
all books, service wallet, original bill of sale and desirable fitted
luggage, this V12 Italian thoroughbred must be seen to be believed.
Estimate (£): 75,000 - 90,000
Read more here.
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1972 Ford Escort RS 1600
According to a number of reliable sources, there are reputed to be
less than 50 RS1600s registered or SORN in the UK and only around 1,137
were ever produced in total.
This example was first registered in the UK on 11th
February 1972 and was purchased by the current owner approximately three
years ago. He has kept the car in a dehumidified garage and cherished
this extremely collectable road-going example. The speedometer is
reading 3,490 miles, which is the total mileage covered since this car
underwent a ground up restoration. There are bills in the history file
from renowned marque expert Andy Stapley Motorsport and the car will be
supplied with a fresh MoT certificate for the auction.
It is most unusual to find a road specification example finished to
such a high standard. The Le Mans Green paintwork is superb with
excellent shut lines and has been completed to a very high standard. The
interior is completely standard and correct, and the engine bay is
spotless. Don’t miss a fantastic opportunity to own what may well be the
finest RS1600 available.
Estimate (£): 45,000 - 55,000
Read more here
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1985 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo
One of the defining supercars of the 1970s and 1980s, the Porsche
911 930 Turbo was one of the fastest production cars available at the
time. This example shows a mere warranted 25,571 miles from new
supported by previous MoT records and SORN Records as detailed in the
cars history file.
Presented in its factory correct Black/A1A1 paint colour, the car
was originally delivered with Black leather interior, however, we are
lead to believe that its current White leather interior was fitted by
the car's second owner in the early years of its life. In 2013 the
engine was stripped and rebuilt along with the fitment of a new clutch
by WrighTune Ltd to insure all was as it should be
This car poses an excellent opportunity to acquire a low mileage example of one of the fastest appreciating 911s on the market.
Estimate (£): 58,000 - 64,000
Read more here
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1962 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8 Fixedhead Coupe
The Series 1 3.8 Fixedhead Coupe is seen by many as the most
desirable E-Type for its pure lines and sumptuous curves. The example
offered here is an original UK right-hand drive 3.8 Fixedhead Coupe,
presented in the elegant colour combination of Opalescent grey with grey
leather.
First registered on 15th March 1963, this E-Type shows a
mere five previous owners on the log book. It was purchased by the
current owner in 2008 and has been cherished in a Carcoon dehumidified
environment ever since. Invoices in the history file suggest the car was
restored between 2000 and 2004 and now the restoration has mellowed
nicely. The engine head and block are matching numbers and the car
retains the original 4-speed Moss gearbox.
Finished in lovely order throughout, this most desirable of E-Types is now ready to be enjoyed by its next owner with a fresh MoT test certificate.
Finished in lovely order throughout, this most desirable of E-Types is now ready to be enjoyed by its next owner with a fresh MoT test certificate.
Estimate (£): 65,000 - 75,000
Read more here
SATURDAY AT BARRETT-JACKSON SCOTTSDALE - Report
SATURDAY AT BARRETT-JACKSON SCOTTSDALE: 25 STORYLINES TO FOLLOW
One of 12 built, the 1950 General Motors Futurliner Parade of Progress Tour Bus (Lot #2501, above) is a bona fide piece of American history. The GM design staff, under Harley Earl’s direction, created this self-contained display and transport vehicle. Its sale is made even more special by the generosity of Ron Pratte: 100 percent of the proceeds from the auction of this amazing vehicle will go to the Armed Forces Foundation.
If you’ve been to Barrett-Jackson before, you’ll know that the final Saturday is always a blockbuster experience. But this year, Saturday at the 44th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction has so many extraordinary vehicles crossing the block that no single press release or eBlast can contain the news. Everywhere you look, historically significant and groundbreaking cars abound. While there are literally hundreds of tales to tell and every car........ Click here to see full report
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