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A Selection of Photographic Technique Books to include books on colour, bird, Victorian and cine photography, and a quantity of manufacturers literature.

A Selection of Photography Technique Books, including books to cover creative techniques, composition, travel photography and other items.

A Selection ofPhotography and Cine books, to include books of interest to Minox, Nikon, Canon and general photography.

A Selection of Darkroom Equipment, to include two guillotines, on without guard, Ilford printing contrast filters (film type), Paterson printing contrast filters (film type), a Zennox pop-up product photography unit, two development tanks and other items.

A Selection of Photography Reference Books, to include information on Hasselblad, Leitz, Nikon, & more,

A Selection of Photography Technique Books, to include "Pictures That Sell", "Photo School", "The Joy of Photography", "Nature Photography, and others.

A Selection of Photography Related Books, to include two National Geographic Field Guides, Visual Stories by Laforet, an copy of Arena Portfolios, copies of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4, 5, and 6, and Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, and third part user books for Adobe software, guides to Luminar and other softwares, and digital camera techniques books.

A Selection of Books on Photography, Photographers, & Camera Makes, to include a copy of Magnum Manifesto, The Naked Eye [David Bailey], African Visions [Mirella Ricciardi], 124 Minutes [Wood, Harrison], Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Man, The Image, & The World [Thames & Hudson], Portraits [Angus McBean], & more,

A Selection of Camera and Darkroom Handbooks, to cover methods and techniques for photography, microscopes, darkroom and other photography related activities.

Photography (SIGNED): Redfern, David: The Unclosed Eye: The Music Photography of David Redfern. Expanded Edn. Dw. Signed by Redfern. 4to. Fine; Robert Altman (photo): The Sixties. Santa Monica Press, 2007, 1st. Edn. DW. SIGNED by Altman, 4to. Fine; Mankowitz, Gered: The Experience: Jimi Hendrix at Mason's Yard. 2010, 1st. Edn. DW. Inscribed and Signed by Mankowitz. 4to. Fine, Plus a 'Bowstir Ltd' Headed paper, 4 lines, also signed; Mick Rock exposed: the faces of rock 'n' roll. San Francisco: Chronicle Books, 2010 1st. Edn. DW. Front black endpaper SIGNED in bold Silver by Mick Rock, Fine; Nobby Clark's Theatre: 25 Years of Photographs. 1994, Signed. 4to. Soft covers, fine; Goodbye Look: Photo Designs of Hipgnosis (6)

PHOTOGRAPHY (SIGNED) - 1- Snowdon (SIGNED): A Life in View. 1st. Edn. SIGNED, FINE; 2- Leibovitz, Annie (SIGNED): A Photographer's Life 1990-2005. NY, 2006. 1st. Edn. Dw. SIGNED copy. FINE; 3- Jane Bown (SINGED): EXPOSURES. 2009, 1st. Edn. Dw, SIGNED. FINE; 4- Jane Bown (SIGNED): Portraits. 1987, 1st. Edn. Dw. SIGNED BY BOWN. FINE; 5- David BAILEY (SIGNED): Bailey's Stardust. 2014, 1st. Edn. SIGNED & DATED BY BAILEY. FINE; 6- David BAILEY (SIGNED): Bailey's Peru. INSCRIBED, SIGNED & DATED in full, and with Bailey's complimentary slip. FINE; PLUS: David BAILEY- four others. Not signed. Two in shrink-wrap. Fine. (10)

[The WHO/ PHOTOGRAPHY]- Ross Halfin SIGNED: THE WHO LIVE, Limited edition, numbered 797/1500 copies. Signed by Ross Halfin together with a CD 'Live at Leeds' inside a pocket on the front pastedown. Published 2000 by Genesis Publications, 4to. Original slipcase and original shipping box. VG+Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art.

A VICTORIAN FIGURED WALNUT STEREOSCOPE VIEWER AND CABINET MID 19TH CENTURY, BY R & J BECK, CORNHILL, LONDON The cabinet enclosing compartments containing a collection of stereoscope slides and further compartment to house the viewer, the viewer with maker's details to the eye-pieces Cabinet 33cm high, 46cm wide, 23cm deep Together with a mahogany kaleidoscope, late 19th century, 33cm high And a further hand-held stereoscope viewer The collection of slides include a number from the International Exhibition, 1862 held at the Crystal Palace, by the London Stereoscopic and Photography Library, and approximately twenty two glass slides A notable modern aficionado of Stereoscopy is Sir Brian May, lead guitarist of Queen and astrophysicist. Condition Report: Walnut stereoscope- optics seem good- brass adjustments largely work well and it fits together well when assembled onto box to interior. Leather insert to top with ring marks, gouges and losses, Case generally good but no key. Some scuffs and marks from use. Images of all glass slides in shared online folder together with approximately 1/4 of all paper cards. majority of paper cards with bending and some discoloration. Kaleidoscope seems to work but with no cards. Other items generally play worn. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Condition Report Disclaimer

A collection of photography studio equipment to include pop up tent, two lights, etc.

Photography - an assortment of vintage cameras including a Kodak No. 3-A folding pocket camera, cased; a USSR FED 3 camera, cased; a Howay Anny 35 camera, cased; Lumiere Box, cased, etc (7)

Large collection of cameras, photography equipment and accessories including Asahi Pentax Spotmatic camera, Yashica camera, glass slides, boxed Pathescope and accessories, Gevaert Zoomex cinecamera, two enlargers plus lenses, flashes, etc (4 boxes plus) 

A box of photography equipment, to include various cameras, flash lights, a tripod, camera books and lens converters. Cameras including Chinon 1000SR Super 8 Movie Camera, Pantium DL 1000, Kodak Tele-Ektra 32 etc.

Photography - A Manfrotto Professional Tripod, model # 028 with a Manfrotto # 138 head. [W]

Hesler / Ayres Lincoln Photograph (3) total items including a matte finish albumen photographic portrait after Alexander Hesler (Canadian, 1823-1895) mounted to a thick chipboard having ink inscription 'Copyright / Geo. B. Ayres / Phila' verso, Ayres (American, 1829-1905) having purchased Hesler's negatives in 1867, behind glass in a wood frame; together with an etching by Otto J. Schneider (American, 1875-1946) pencil signed lower right, matted behind glass in a wood frame having a label stating it is an artist proof before lettering with a damaged informational sheet verso as well as a photogravure copy after Alexander Gardner (American, 1821-1882) having etched border published by Reinthal & Newman, NY, behind glass in wood frame Property from: a Private Collector, Wilmette, Illinois Height: 8 1/4 inches, Width: 6 7/8 inches (board, Hesler / Ayres)Frame Size: 11 inches by 9 1/2 inches Condition: no damage to photograph noted, Schneider having toning and accretions to mat, insect damage to info sheet verso, after Gardner having toning and a few light smudges in margins, frames having light wear Disclaimers: not examined out of the frames Category: Fine Art > Photography Estimated Sale Time: 12:45 pm (America/Chicago) Shipping Status: Leonard Auction Shipping Quote Download High Resolution Photographs:Photograph #1Photograph #2Photograph #3Photograph #4Photograph #5Photograph #6Photograph #7Photograph #8

Umbra 1978 AIC Portfolio 1978, 'Graduate / Faculty Portfolio - The School of the Art Institute of Chicago' department of photography, including signed photographic prints of various sizes and techniques from Barbara Crane, Carol Johnson, Alex Sweetman, Karen Svendsen, Renate Breith, Kiyoaki Kato, Bill Linehan, Jack Sai, Richard Owen, Hannah Phillips, Harold Allen, Gail Rubini, Jane Regan, Will Higgins, Will Thornton, Susan Friedman, Robert Fichter, Donna Preis, Wil Panich, Martha Madigan, Doug Huston, Chris English, Janice Bell, John Wood, Virgil Mirano, Leonie Reisberg, Barbara Revelle, Mike McGinnis, Joyce Neimanas, Martha Orgain, Diana Olson, Fred Endsley, Luciano Franchi de Alfaro III, Marilyn Zimmerman, Conrad Gleber, Miles DeCoster, John Hogan, Jerry Kobylecky, Evon Streetman, Frank Barsotti and Pete Lekousis, missing Stan Trecker and Peggy Silinsky, including title page, interleaved with protective sheets and housed in a cloth covered clamshell case having printed title Property from: a Private Collector, Chicago (Andersonville), Illinois Height: 15 3/8 inches, Width: 12 inches, Depth: 3 inches (case) Condition: individual prints not examined, two items appear to be lacking, overall light wear to case, sunned cloth, faded title Disclaimers: individual photographs not examined or inventoried Category: Fine Art > Prints & Multiples Estimated Sale Time: 10:52 am (America/Chicago) Shipping Status: Leonard Auction Shipping Quote Download High Resolution Photographs:Photograph #1Photograph #2

Quantity of lighting equipment and accessories for photography, together with a Zeiss Ikon Box Tengor camera, Tamron lens, Lubitel 166B camera etc

Photography - Military - a mid-20th century album of photographs, compiled in Cyprus, depicting servicemen; Series 1 Landrovers; equipment and topography; another, football matches, 11 Line vs 1 Squadron; RAF vs Turks; Main Street, Limassol; Jazz Club in Tent; Episkopi; etc (2)

Photography - English Ceramics and Staffordshire Pottery History - a 19th century cabinet photograph, a potter's workshop, depicting Arthur Birks, modeller at Minton and then for many years at Copeland, 16.5cm x 10.5cm overall

Theatre & Photography - Angus McBean (1914-1990), a quantity of gelatin silver photographic prints comprising Vivien Leigh as Viola (Twelfth Night, 1961); as Blanche DuBois (A Streetcar Named Desire), etc, some annotated, the largest 38cm x 30cm

Photography - British Royal Family - Masonic Interest - a portrait photograph, HRH The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII, as Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England, by Octavius Charles Watkins, albumen cabinet card, published by A Marion & Co, 1875, 28cm x 17.5cm, framed; another, published by Arthur Mark, K Bayer Hofphotograph, 33cm x 20cm (2)

Cameras & Photography - a Yashica Mat-124 G 80mm twin lens reflex camera, Yashinon f3.5 80mm lens; with associated hardcase

Photography - a collection of photograph albums, various subjects, travel, military, family life, et al, many annotated photographs, Tuileries Gardens [Paris]; Seine; Vizagapatam [India]; HMS Rodney; HMS Nelson; HMS Hood; Table Mountain [South Africa]; Lion's Dinner - Impala Herd; Sandown, Isle of Wight; Botanic Gardens, Belfast 1925; Weighing the Calf, Dinan Market [France]; Mont St Michel; Loch Lomond; Oban; Inverness; etc (qty)

Photography - a 19th century American ambrotype photograph, portrait of a lady, oval, 9cm x 6.5cm, the union case by F B Smith & Hartmann, New York, moulded in the Teniers taste with a country dance, 12.5cm x 10cm overall, c.1880

Photography - India and Ceylon [Sri Lanka] and the journey by steamer - an album of photographs, compiled May 1931 - August 1932, comprehensively annotated views and subjects, including Nearing Diyatalawa, Overlooking the Naval Camp; Tea Factory and Plantation; Bullock Cart; Vizagapatam Temple; Calcutta Policeman; Cuddalore Races; Native Festival, Akyab; Port Blair Prison, Muderer Age 16, Killed His Wife; Corridor in Front of Cells; Prison Yard; Eluminate Ship, HMS Emerald; HMS Effingham; At Malta; Beach at Trinco; Native Boats Racing During Regatta; Colombo; School Children; Clock Tower; Grounds of Museum; The Grand Harbour, Malta; Gibralta; Flying Fox; Recovering Torpedoes; The Fox, Dyatalawa; 6" Gun Shoot; A Beggar; Stone Haulers; Selling Earthenware; A Street Scene, Karachi; etc

Photography and Italian Renaissance Interest - an interesting collection of 19th century Grand Tour type albumen prints, of Old Master scenes by Giotto, Ghiberti, etc, printed by Anderson, Rome, in two large photograph albums, each 47cm x 35cm, approx. 700 (2)

Early photography.- Boulton (M. P. W.) Remarks on Some Evidence Recently Communicated to the Photographic Society, 6pp., 1863 bound with Remarks Concerning Certain Photographs Supposed to be of Early Date, 63pp., 5 plates, 1863 together 2 works in 1 vol.; Remarks Concerning Certain Photographs Supposed to be of Early Date, 55pp. 4 plates, 1865; Remarks Concerning Certain Photographs Supposed to be of Early Date, 55pp., 3 plates, 1864; Remarks on Some Evidence Recently Communicated to the Photographic Society, 71pp., 8 plates, title with light spotting and surface soiling, 1863; Remarks Concerning Certain Photographs Supposed to be of Early Date, 28pp., 1864; Remarks Concerning Certain Pictures Supposed to be Photograph of Early Date, 74pp., 4 plates, 1865, unbound, some light finger-soiling, 8vo (6) *** An extensive collection of variant issues of Boulton's investigative exposé of a series of fraudulent photographs, purporting to be taken in the 1790s.

Apraxine (Pierre) Photographs from the Collection of the Gilman Paper Company, limited edition, offset lithograph frontispiece and 199 plates by Richard Benson, original calf backed boards, very light surface marks to calf, original slipcase (light staining), preserved in original publisher's cardboard box, elephant folio, Meriden, White Oak Press, 1985.   *** "A tour-de-force for offset lithography" - Grolier Club, Century for a Century, p94. A superbly printed book, presenting pictures from one of the world's important photography resources. These images, selected by Pierre Apraxine, curator of the Gilman collection, illustrate the work of over one hundred photographers. The scope ranges from the experimental daguerrotype of the early 1840's to the pioneering photographs by Robert Frank and Diane Arbus of the mid 1950s and 1960s.

HASLUCK PAUL N.  The Book of Photography. Plates & text illus. Half red calf. Cassell, n.d.

RUSKIN (John), Pre-Raphaelitism by the Author of "Modern Painters", 1851, bound with 'The relation between Michael Angelo and Tintoret', 1872, Smith, Elder & Co., London, both title pages signed by Sir Henry Wentworth Dyke Acland 1st Baronet, KCB FRS (1815-1900), a lifelong friend of Ruskin, with bookplate of his daughter Sarah Angelina Acland (1849-1930), an early exponent of colour photography

CARRERA (R), HOURS OF LOVE, Lausanne, Switzerland; EDGREN (G), THE PLAYMATE BOOK, Taschen, 2005; with 21 other books on eroticism and photography, (23).

Registration No: URK 397 Chassis No: BN1223802 MOT: ExemptUnderstood to have been despatched directly to Donald Healey Garages in 1955 before receiving a full conversion to M-specificationBelieved to have been raced in the US and at the Nassau Speed week before being repatriated to the UK as early as 1958Retaining its original M-specification engine plus a BN2 four-speed gearbox with overdriveMille Miglia eligibleDonald Healey's eponymous company built a prototype two-seater sports car for display at the 1952 London Motor Show. It was based on Austin A90 Atlantic mechanicals and sported a notably sleek body designed by Gerry Coker and built by Tickford. It was dubbed the 'Healey Hundred' (a moniker chosen to reflect the car's ability to reach the magic 100mph), and, subject to a suitably encouraging response, Healey planned to build production versions in-house at his factory in Warwick. As things transpired, not only did the Ice Blue prototype more than impress the public, but it also excited Austin's Managing Director, Leonard Lord, so much that he struck a deal to build the car in volume at Longbridge. The newcomer was renamed the Austin-Healey 100/4. The rest, as they say, is history.The 100/4's chassis was a departure from the company's previous backbone designs and comprised a pair of three-inch square box-section side members running the length of the car, some 17 inches apart. These were braced by parallel and cruciform cross-members to which the steel floor pressings were attached. After the first 25 cars had been constructed at Healey's own premises in Warwick, the production of the mainstream bodyshells was turned over to Jensen. Once complete, the shells were transported to Longbridge, where the Healeys were assembled alongside the A90.As part of his tireless publicity campaign to promote the newly introduced Austin-Healey 100/4 BN1, Donald Healey entered a team of four pre-production cars for the 1953 Le Mans 24-hour race. Running with standard windscreens, interiors and even bumpers, two of this mildly tweaked quartet survived to finish 12th and 14th overall (an amazing result for such comparatively inexpensive cars in near showroom condition). Eager to capitalise on this success (and also to comply with the event's homologation requirements) Healey persuaded BMC to list a 'Le Mans kit' (twin 1.75 inch SU carburettors, high-lift camshaft, revised distributor advance curve and stronger valve springs etc) in its parts catalogue for 1954. Known officially as part P-280, it was available to fit on new or old models alike, and by dealers or private individuals. A handful of BN1 100s were to be delivered from Longbridge directly to the Donald Healey Motor Co. to be fitted with the 'Le Mans Modification Kit' when new; but upon launch of the BN2 it was to be adopted by BMC themselves for the 100M version and subsequently introduced at the 1955 London Motor Show. The upgrade has remained a popular modification package ever since and continues to be reproduced today.According to the accompanying Heritage Certificate, chassis BN1/223802 was built on 8th February 1955 in right-hand drive configuration for the Australian market. It is said to have all the hallmarks of a car that was uprated to ‘Le Mans’ specification at Donald Healey’s Warwick factory rather than being modified (either in period or more modern times) by a dealer or private individual. The requisite ‘telltales’ apparently being: a bend in the shroud bracket to clear the cool air box, aluminium louvred bonnet (crafted by Jensen cars) and hand etched numbering to the uprated SU carburettors etc. Seemingly shipped to the Bahamas when new (rather than Sydney), the 100 is further understood to have participated in that year’s Nassau Speed Week. Sadly, there are no reliable records to confirm its participation. The Big Healey is understood to have had a damaged rear end and have been repainted British Racing Green over Yellow when it was found by Dr Pryor whilst holidaying in the Bahamas during 1957. The vendor believes there is a chance that BN1/223802 was diverted to Nassau at the behest of Sir Sydney and Lady Greta Oakes who were prominent members of the Caribbean racing scene at the time and friends with Donald Healey.Repatriated by Dr Pryor in 1958 and issued with the Croydon registration number ‘URK 397’, he took the two-seater off the road following an accident in which his daughter was injured but retained possession until 1971. First owned by the vendor from 1980-1985 during which time he had it restored and repainted in its original Ice Blue over Old English White colours, the 100 later passed to Tony Elshof who previously served as the Austin-Healey Club’s Competitions Secretary and amassed a collection of significant examples of the marque. Changing hands several times thereafter, including a sojourn in France, ‘URK 397’ was reacquired by the seller during 2018. Entrusted to Rose’s Garage and Bushell’s Vehicle Restorations for servicing and maintenance since then, the Big Healey is deemed to be in ‘very good overall’ mechanical condition. Running and driving well during our recent photography session, the improved BN2 four-speed manual gearbox and gearlever-operated overdrive were both a boon. Although no longer concours, the two-seater remains presentable. Potentially eligible for such prestigious events as the Mille Miglia Storica, ‘URK 397’ is offered for sale with extensive history file, spare wheel, hood, tonneau cover and spare parts (the original, very rare distributor vacuum unit and the original cylinder head). It will also be accompanied by the V5C Registration Document.i For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430

Registration No: BF 8528 Chassis No: 60316 MOT: Exempt1 of only 1,000 Mk1s manufactured and 1 of just a handful thought to surviveBoasting its original two-seater Tourer with Dickey coachwork by United Motor Body Ltd. in AustraliaSubject to a comprehensive restoration during the 1980sUpgraded sensibly with a more modern radiator and discrete coil conversionIt is no exaggeration to say that the appearance of the 1100cc 9hp Riley at the Olympia Show in October 1926 revolutionised concepts of light car design - its lower build, outstanding handling, and good brakes, the products of careful detail design, were matched by the strong, light and advanced engine, which developed remarkable power for its modest size and began a chain of development that continued until well after WWII and also spawned the E.R.A. racing voiturettes, the most successful British racing cars of their time. Breathing efficiently through hemispherical combustion chambers and 45-degree overhead valves opened by short pushrods from twin high-set camshafts, the unit simply wanted to rev and permitted a lowish rear axle ratio that in turn gave good acceleration. The 4-speed gearbox was a joy to use. Apart from a handful of obscure, low-volume specialised sports cars, no other light car produced in similar quantities offered anything comparable.A very early Mk1 Nine, of which just a handful are thought to survive, chassis number ‘60316’ was ordered on the 27th of September 1927 and thereafter was delivered to shipping agent Tozer, Kemsley, and Millbourne on the 15th of November that year. Bodied in two-seater Tourer coachwork with Dickey seat by United Motor Body Ltd. of Australia, the Nine was known to have been in the possession of Noel Wyatt (a (late) well-known Riley club member) in 1949/1950, before being sold on by him in 1955 when a self-proclaimed ‘impoverished university student’. When Mr. Wyatt was invited to see a collection of Rileys in Australia in the 1970s, he was amazed to be shown a large collection which happened to contain the remains of ‘60316’, encompassing just the chassis and bodywork. After ten years of attempting to persuade the collection owner to sell the Riley back to him, he was successful in purchasing it in 1983.Lavished a full restoration including a new ash frame, coachwork restored, and a correct type axle, engine, and gearbox sourced, the restoration was completed in 1993. Finished in Maroon paintwork with Black wings and a Black hood, the Riley has a complementary Maroon leather interior. Repatriated in 2018 and registered ‘BF 8528’, shortly afterwards the Riley achieved 2nd place in the Vintage Open class at the Riley Register Rally 2018. Acquired by the vendor five years ago, since then used for an annual long weekend camping trip, lengthy classic car runs, and local trips, the Riley has been improved during his ownership with five new tyres in 2022 and full re-wiring at the end of last year.Featuring in ‘Australian Coach Built Cars’ by David Trunfull, a disc of restoration images, a collection of invoices, images while in Australia, information on Australian bodied Rileys, and a V5C document also accompany. The Riley has been sensibly upgraded with a modern radiator in the original radiator core, a coil conversion but with the magneto in-situ for appearances, and discrete indicators. With around 1,000 Mk1 Nines manufactured and just a handful thought to survive, this highly rare Nine which pleasingly sports its original coachwork started readily and ran well during the recent photography session. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: BF 9569 Chassis No: 5951904 MOT: ExemptRestored with Recovery Truck body-styleDesirable Ruckstell rear axle, Warford gearbox, Rocky Mountain brakes, and running on coil and ignitionStarting readily and running very well during the recent photography sessionOffered from a small private collection with several Model TsIntroduced in 1917, the Ford Model TT remained in production for a decade. Rated at 1-ton, for load-carrying purposes, the newcomer utilised a longer, heavier gauge chassis than its Model T passenger car sibling but the same torquey 2.9-litre four-cylinder engine and epicyclic transmission. The commercial variant also featured a stronger worm drive and crown wheel back axle and heavier-duty suspension. Initially available in chassis-only guise, the Model TT could be had with a factory body from 1924 onwards. A formidable workhorse that proved its worth in all corners of the globe, the indomitable Ford has been credited with inspiring America’s love for the pick-up truck.Manufactured in 1925, the Model TT offered is believed to have been supplied new to the United States of America. Residing in America for over 95 years, the Model TT was imported onto British shores in 2021 by the vendor as an addition to his small private collection, which includes several Model Ts. Finished in Maroon paintwork with Black wings and bonnet, the TT has a complementary Black interior upholstery. Subject to significant restoration and improvement work since being purchased by the vendor, the Truck has been converted to recovery style with a bespoke winch and has had extensive restoration works to the bodywork and cab. Benefitting from a Ruckstell rear axle (providing four speeds for Fords), Warford gearbox (which cost some £3,000), Rocky Mountain brakes, and importantly runs on both coil and ignition. Starting readily and running well during the recent photography session, the Ford has been used with local runs and is supplied with a current V5C document. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: YGE 67J Chassis No: 1L13067BW MOT: September 2025Owned by the Denny tailoring family of Southwold whose clients have included the author George Orwell since at least 1978Repainted in its factory colour and treated to a minor overhaul in 1990/1991 but otherwise highly originalRegularly MOT tested but little used in recent yearsNicely proportioned short wheelbase variantCredible 79,000 recorded miles"If you do not intend to buy a XJ6, don't try one, for ordinary cars will be spoilt for you thereafter. This is a very special kind of motoring" Autosport (06/08/1970) Introduced in September 1968, the Jaguar XJ6 was an automotive exemplar of the saying that a whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. There was nothing radically new about the model's four-door monocoque bodyshell, all-round independent suspension, power assisted rack and pinion steering or four-wheel disc brakes and yet it effectively moved the goalposts of luxury car design. Another of Sir William Lyons' stylistic masterpieces, its bluff radiator grille, slim-pillared glasshouse, pronounced belt line and quad headlights gave presence aplenty. Powered by a choice of 4.2 litre or 2.8 litre straight-six XK engines allied to either four-speed manual plus overdrive or automatic transmission, the XJ6 was a strong performer (though, the smaller-engined variant felt somewhat less powerful than its 1.4 litre deficit suggested). Belying the saloon's exterior dimensions, the cabin felt reassuringly cocooning thanks in part to a generous transmission tunnel. Hailed by Sir William Lyons as "the best Jaguar ever" during a series of 1969 television adverts, the first generation XJ6 won that year’s ‘Car of The Year’ award and remained in production until 1973.First registered in Glasgow on 5th February 1971, chassis 1L13067BW was purchased by the vendor’s father from Mann Egerton of Norwich seven years later at a time when the family tailoring business - ‘Denny of Southwold & Saville Row’ - could boast George Orwell, Benjamin Britten, Peter Pears, Alfred Munnings, Adrian Bell, Rennie Mackintosh and even the future King Charles III as clients. Treated to a respray in its original hue, sundry mechanical fettling and recoloured leather during 1990-1991, the Jaguar had its power steering overhauled in 1994 and headlining renewed in 2002. Believed but not warranted to have covered some 79,000 miles from new, the XJ6 passed its most recent MOT test on September 10th 2024. Pleasingly original in terms of its factory-fitted 4.2 litre engine, interior trim, boot liner and dashboard etc, ‘YGE 67J’ rode the country roads to and from the photography location notably well. Representing the iconic XJ6 in its purest form, Series 1 cars are increasingly sought after especially when finished in such a fetching colour combination and coming from long-term ownership. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, history file and current MOT. For more information, please contact: Damian Jones damian.jones@handh.co.uk 07855 493737

Registration No: AYE 979 Chassis No: Z 10464 MOT: ExemptSupplied new to Harris and Russell Ltd of Tottenham Court Road, LondonIn current ownership since 2007 and continually improved throughout the vendor's ownershipA comparably late 3-Litre with the stronger ‘ZM’ type chassisRe-bodied in the late-1980s/early-1990s in the style of Vanden Plas tourerThe Lagonda 3 Litre began production in late 1929 as successor to the 2 Litre. In fact, the 2 Litre continued to be made in various guises until 1933, while the 3 Litre was phased out the following year. The early 3 Litres utilised a Z-Type 10ft 9in wheelbase chassis which was an extended and modified version of that employed by the four-cylinder 2 Litre. Elongated from the scuttle forwards, the revised frame could thus accommodate the newcomer's six-cylinder engine. The 'heavy pattern' Z-Type gearbox and ENV rear axle were used providing a final drive ratio of 4.1:1. The 3 Litre model's initial bore and stroke stood at 72mm x 120mm providing 2931cc capacity. These earlier engines are instantly identified by six camshaft tunnel covers on the side of the block. On later cars this capacity was increased to 3181cc with a bore of 75mm - the larger engine is recognised by corresponding 3 plate camshaft tunnel covers and a deeper rocker cover to accommodate longer valve stems. Both engines boasted a robust seven-bearing crankshaft and a fully flooded roller cam follower and valve actuation design. This provided a quiet and smooth operation with a longer operating life than was commonly achieved amongst its peers.A true thoroughbred, the 3 Litre attracted a select clientele and enjoyed sundry competition success (most notably Lord de Clifford's fine performances aboard a Works 3-Litre on the 1931 Monte Carlo and 1932 RAC rallies). Testing a Lagonda 3-Litre in 1929, The Motor reckoned it was ‘difficult to imagine a car nearer an ideal than one which combines the full performance of a speed model with the top gear performance of the best modern touring car.’ The 3-litre was, indeed, exceptionally flexible, being able to accelerate from 5mph to its maximum of around 80mph in top gear. Motor Sport summed up the 3-Litre Lagonda as ‘a very pleasant car of very high quality and possessing that indefinable but very definite character which stamps the thoroughbred in every walk of life’ – sentiments with which we can only concur.Chassis number ‘10464’ was supplied new to Harris and Russell Ltd of Tottenham Court Road, London being first registered on the 16th of October 1933, initially clothed in Pillarless Saloon coachwork. Retained by them until 1942, the later wartime history is unknown, before being acquired by eccentric car collector Henry Elland of Waddens Brook Estate. Upon the passing of Mr. Elland in 1984, a large auction of the collection was held, through which the Lagonda was purchased by Robert Goodchild of Chapel-on-le-Frith. However, by this stage, the coachwork was beyond renovation, and it is believed that Mr Goodchild fitted a Tourer coachwork by Mulliner. Sold at a H&H auction in Buxton in 1996, the 3-Litre passed through a couple of other owners and was provided with another Vanden Plas style Tourer body, before being exported to Belgium.Repatriated by the current owner in 2007, the vendor is a long-term Lagonda Club and Aston Martin Owners Club member, and ‘10464’ has been well-used throughout the vendor’s custodianship, on multiple clubs runs and tours, including to Le Mans and of the Yorkshire Dales. Continuously improved during the time with the vendor, with notable works comprising new hood, sidescreens (never used), hood bag and tonneau cover costing c.£5,750 in 2008; engine overhaul and repainting to the cost of c.£11,800 in 2014; further engine improvements in 2017 costing c.£2,200; refurbished water pump £550 and a re-cored radiator £1,700 in 2019; and improvements to the Borg & Beck clutch in 2023 costing some £880, as well as multiple services. Starting readily and both running and driving well during the recent photography session, the Lagonda is accompanied by a history file comprising Lagonda Club records, a collection of invoices, and a current V5C document. For more information, please contact:Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: YCD 244 Chassis No: 0420680BS MOT: ExemptA well-known and well regarded Kougar Jaguar built for fast road, sprints and hillclimbsBuild No.42 with special bodywork including handmade aluminium nose cone and bonnet, and polished cycle wings, evoking the golden age of the 1950s ‘rocket’ racersPreviously owned by Simon Taylor, former head of Haymarket and Editor for Classic and Sports Car magazineImpressive specification including 3.8-litre Jaguar engine with triple Dellorto carburettorsIn the late 1970s, and Englishman named Rick Stevens set out to build a car of his own based on the legendary British sports cars of the early post-war era, such as Frazer Nash, Allard and H.R.G. These were, after all, the cars of his childhood but they were scarce, sometimes fragile, and likely more than he could afford. So, he decided to build his own version of the classic road-racer but using more modern components. Stevens paired up with the legendary engineers Dick Crosthwaite and John Gardiner (of the now iconic firm Crosthwaite & Gardiner) to design and build his dream sports car. The 1970s was the age of the kit car, with any variety of cheap fiberglass likeness being built to sit atop a VW or some other similarly ubiquitous chassis, usually with extremely dubious results. There were dozens of manufacturers in the game offering conversions and full bodies to build any type of machine imaginable.Thankfully, Mr. Stevens opted to take a more traditional, British cottage-industry approach. With the help of his engineering consultants, he designed a tubular chassis which accepted the four-wheel independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and running gear from Jaguars. The Kougar, as it would become known, was immediately set apart from the sea of cheap kits thanks to its high-quality construction and sophisticated Jaguar running gear. In terms of styling, the body, cycle arches and distinctive radiator grille were inspired by the Frazer Nash LeMans Replica of 1950, but given a more curvaceous look on the low-slung chassis. The Kougar had a cut-down cockpit with minimal weather protection and a business-like dash that featured a full array of Jaguar instrumentation. While some cars were offered in kit form, most were constructed at the works as this car was designed from the ground up for serial production and finished to a high standard. Today, they are classics in their own right, and a handful of lucky enthusiasts have been able to experience the thrill the Kougar Jaguar Sports can deliver.Kougar build Number 42, is a well-known example that was built professionally for fast road sprints, and hillclimbs, and first registered in January 1982. Constructed by renowned special builder Robin Beech, he modified the design to feature a handmade aluminium nose cone and bonnet. Also featuring a Jaguar grille and polished cycle wings, it evokes the golden age 1950s ‘rocket’ racers. Mechanically re-engineering the suspension with larger front wishbones, rose joints, and a widened rear track, ‘YCD 244’ utilises a 3.8-litre Jaguar engine with triple Dellorto carburettors, Lynx Engineering alloy inlet manifold and cold air box, allied to a five-speed Getrag manual transmission and Jaguar rear axle with LSD. Adjustable Spax suspension provides the dampening to the wire wheels with Avon tyres. An MSA-Certified roll-bar, bespoke side-exit circuit exhaust, and fire extinguisher are all fitted for competition use.The cabin features Black quilted seats with Red carpets and currently has 'comfort' road seatbelts, but four-point harnesses are included for competition. Period instruments and a wire-spoked Bluemels Brooklands steering wheel complete the interior, along with Brooklands aero screens. Robin Beech competed in the Kougar widely including on Brighton Speed Trials, before ‘YCD 244’ was sold in 1988 to eminent motoring author, publisher, and commentator Simon Taylor, former head of Haymarket and Editor for Classic and Sportscar Magazine. Regularly featuring in the magazine, he was enthusiastic about the Kougar and retained it for thirteen years. Two subsequent owners of over ten years ensued with the Kougar extensively campaigning in the JDC 'Four Hills and Sprint Championship' at circuits such Harewood, Shelsley, Anglesey, and Prescott. This exceptional Kougar started readily and ran well during our recent photography session and is ready to be enjoyed again, be that on the road or circuit. Supplied with a full tonneau cover, a driver-only chrome roll-hoop, headrest for the MSA roll-bar, and wraparound windscreen, the Kougar also has a history file that includes V5C. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: H23 MRU Chassis No: WDB1290662F009394 MOT: NoneUK-supplied, right-hand drive, 500SL123,000 recorded miles and only two former keepersSupplied with a body-coloured hardtopThe fourth generation of Mercedes-Benz’s much-vaunted SL model (the R129 Series) was launched at the Geneva Motor Show of 1989. It was a beautifully engineered motorcar that bristled with technical refinement and innovative safety features. The specification included independent suspension all round (double wishbone at the front/five-link system at the rear), adaptive damping, ventilated disc brakes with ABS, electronic stability control, integral roll-over bar, and front airbags. The SL 500 featured a 5.0 V8 producing 326bhp, with 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. The model featured many innovations, including electronically-controlled damping, an automatically expanding roll-over bar, and a multi-link rear axle. In addition, there was a fully electric package of an electric roof, windows, door mirrors, and seats, making the ownership experience luxurious, stress-free, comfortable, and with easy to operate equipment.First registered on the 1st August 1990, ‘H23 MRU’ was specified in the attractive colour scheme of Dark Blue Metallic paintwork over a Grey leather interior. Unfortunately, little is known about the early history of the car due to a lost history file, however, we do know that the vendor purchased the car in 2017 to complement his collection where it has remained in dry storage ever since.Today, the SL presents as a running project that needs some attention in order to return it to the road. It was noted upon inspection that the V8 engine was running well, however, it appeared to misfire, although it moved with ease for our photography session. The vendor has advised that the interior needs some work, with the front seats requiring some attention particularly, but externally the bodywork is advised to be in overall ‘good’ condition. Now displaying some 123,000 miles on the odometer, ‘H23 MRU’ is offered at No Reserve and would make a rewarding project for any prospective owner. Please note that the vendor is attempting to track down the history file, but if it is not found a new V5C will need to be applied for. For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430

Registration No: 2301 DU Chassis No: 11661473 MOT: ExemptFitted with a Tourer Pickup body with wine barrelLong-term resident of the United Kingdom having been imported into the country in 1977Running and driving very well during the recent photography sessionOffered from a small private collection with several Model TsLaunched in 1908, the T's chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, side-valve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly, it developed some 23hp at a leisurely 1,600rpm and 80lbft of torque. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whilst brakes operated on both the transmission and rear wheels. With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world's first mass-made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobiles manufactured in the USA. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design.Chassis number ‘11661473’ was manufactured in May 1925 and is believed to have been supplied new to the United States of America. A long-term resident of the United Kingdom however, the Model T was imported onto British shores in 1977 and was road registered as ‘2301 DU’. Finished in Maroon paintwork with Black wings, the Ford has a complementary Black interior and a Black hood. ‘2301 DU’ is sporting combined Tourer and Pick-Up coachwork, and was purchased by the vendor into his small private collection, which includes several Model Ts, and since the purchase the Ford has received the addition of the wine barrel and has been used on local runs and trips. Starting readily and both running and driving well during the recent photography session, the Ford is supplied with a current V5C document. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: GD 4233 Chassis No: 1171 MOT: ExemptOne of just twenty-four Bentley 3-Litre cars known to have survived with its original J. Gurney Nutting coachworkMatching chassis, bonnet, steering box and rear axleFitted with a period 3-Litre power unit from a Speed modelNow presenting with gorgeous patination after an extensive restoration in the 1970s and well maintained sinceA wonderful and imposing Vintage Bentley"It was not the means whereby the 3-Litre Bentley performed, but the manner in which it did it, that endeared the car to sportsmen who took pride in their driving. The engine was remarkably flexible, strong and reliable, the gear ratios admirably chosen, the handling excellent and the quality unremittingly high. So, also, was the price, but an ever-growing reputation, augmented by striking racing victories - including the Le Mans 24 hours of 1924 and 1927 - ensured its success" ('Classic Sports Cars' by Cyril Posthumus and David Hodges).A railway engineering apprentice turned aero engine designer, Walter Owen Bentley previewed his first creation, the immortal 3-Litre, at the October 1919 London Motor Show (though, he would not deem it production ready for another two years). Inspired by a 1914 Humber TT racer, the newcomer's ladder-frame chassis was equipped with all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension and rear-wheel drum brakes (four-wheel brakes becoming the norm from 1924 onwards). The car's heart and most advanced feature was its 2996cc engine. A long-stroke four-cylinder (80mm x 149mm) that prioritized torque over top-end power, it boasted a five-bearing crankshaft, shaft-driven overhead camshaft, monobloc construction, twin ignition, four valves per cylinder and aluminium pistons.Developing between 65bhp and 88bhp, the unit was allied to a separate four-speed gate-change gearbox. Supplied in bare chassis guise only, albeit with a choice of wheelbase lengths and engine tune, the 3-Litre remained in production until 1929 by which time some 1,621 are thought to have been made. As well as its two Le Mans victories, the Bentley enjoyed considerable success at Brooklands and even broke the 24-hour world record around Montlhery setting a 95mph average speed.According to Dr Clare Hay’s authoritative book, 'Bentley - The Vintage Years', chassis 1171 was built as a 1926 model on the standard 10ft 10in wheelbase and fitted with four-seater Tourer coachwork by Gurney Nutting. Supplied new by G.M. Gladstone Motors Ltd of Glasgow to J.D. Cousin Esq of Kinachoile House, Dunblane, the Bentley was first registered as ‘GD 4233’. Remaining north of the border, the 3 Litre then belonged to Peter Sinclair Esq of Alloa and Frederick Shanks Esq. of Arbroath (the latter’s family being well know industrialists with links to Queen Victoria and St Andrew’s Golf Course). Post-WW2, the Tourer had passed to ‘A. Peduzzi’ who may or may not have been Anna Maria Peduzzi (the first woman to race for Scuderia Ferrari). Fitted with a Ford diesel engine during the 1960s, the following decade saw chassis 1171 extensively restored by Liverpool businessman, Matthew Wright Esq. Sympathetically done, the refurbishment included the sourcing and installation of a correct-type replacement powerplant from a Speed Model (engine number LM1336) and chassis overhaul by Rubery Owen. Repainted Black and re-trimmed in Red, the 3 Litre was also rewired and had attention paid to its gearbox, steering brakes and suspension etc. Changing hands thereafter, chassis 1171 joined the vendor’s impressive collection in 2015. Remarkably well-preserved given the age of its renovation and a tribute to Mr Wright’s thoroughness, the Tourer now exhibits a gentle patina. Starting readily and running well during our photography session, ‘GD 4233’ is due to be driven to IWM Duxford for the sale. Aided by his W.O. Bentley owning neighbour who has advised on, and helped with maintenance, the vendor believes chassis 1171 to be more than up to the journey and indeed has used it on a frequent basis albeit for modest journeys. Pleasingly retaining its original bonnet, magneto switch plate, back axle and steering column (all of which are numbered correctly) not to mention its original Gurney Nutting coachwork which still carries its Bentley Motors tag, this delightful 3 Litre has much to recommend it. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document, history file and full weather equipment. For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430

Registration No: RJA 400N Chassis No: 1S2652 MOT: August 20251 of just 1,872 RHD examples made and fitted with the more desirable four-speed manual gearboxBenefitting from a full repaint to a very high standard in 2020Maintained and significantly improved regardless of cost by Jaguar specialists P & K Thornton Restoration 2006-2022Matching chassis and engine numbers, and presented in its original colour combinationBy 1971, Jaguar's jaw-dropping E-Type had been in production for a decade. Despite continual improvements, new emissions legislation in the all-important American market threatened to strangle the 'big cat's' performance. Jaguar responded by giving its revered sportscar fresh claws in the shape of a 5343cc V12 developed from the stillborn XJ13 Le Mans project car. The new engine was both effortlessly powerful and eerily refined. "The turbine-like smoothness with which the engine provides a sustained shove in the back is almost uncanny, the more so when one accelerates hard in top gear." (Autocar 5th July 1973). With some 272bhp and 304lbft of torque on tap, the Series III E-Type once again had 150mph in its sights. A revised wheelbase yielded better cabin space, and in conjunction with wider front/rear tracks, new anti-dive front suspension geometry and fatter tyres gave improved road holding. Imbued with a more muscular stance thanks to its flared wheel arches, re-profiled wings and larger grille, the model also boasted vented disc brakes and a restyled interior.Chassis 1S2652 was despatched new on the 29th March 1974 to the supplying dealer, Henlys of Manchester. A desirable manual gearbox example and finished from the factory in Signal Red paintwork with Biscuit leather interior upholstery and a Black hood, pleasingly this is the colour combination it still presents in today. Purchased into previous ownership in 2006, the then owner maintained the E-Type regardless of cost, entrusting the maintenance and improvements almost exclusively to well-renowned specialists P & K Thornton Restoration with the total expenditure during his ownership (2006-2022) reaching almost £61,000. Notable works during this time include a comprehensive mechanical check, refresh and service in 2021-22 costing c.£10,000; full repainting in the original colour scheme in 2020; suspension refresh in 2019; and interior re-trim during 2009, amongst much more!Offered now having covered just 68,000 miles with MOTs back to the 1990s corroborating the mileage, the E-Type is offered with a substantial history file comprising numerous invoices from the previous ownership, Jaguar Heritage Trust Heritage Certificate, a large collection of previous MOTs, a current no advisory MOT until August 2025, and a V5C document showing just five former keepers. Boasting matching chassis and engine numbers, this notably well-presented V12 Roadster started readily, and both ran and drove excellently during the recent photography session. Completed many a successful long-distance trip during the vendor's ownership, the E-Type is due to be driven to the sale, and has much to recommend it. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: F457 CJK Chassis No: WDB1070412A091608 MOT: May 2025Just 70,500 miles from newBenefitting from over £1,200 worth of servicing and improvement with specialists Hilton and Moss under 500 miles agoA notably nice example throughout with recently refurbished hard-top roofSupplied with a history file including documented service historyThe ultimate six-cylinder derivative of Mercedes-Benz's renowned R107-series, the 300SL was introduced at the September 1985 Frankfurt Motor Show. Equipped with Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel-injection, its in-line SOHC M103 2962cc engine developed some 177bhp and 188lb-ft of torque (outputs sufficient for a reputed 125mph top speed). Sharing the same two-door monocoque bodyshell, all-round independent coil-sprung suspension and power-assisted steering as its V8 brethren, it proved notably more fuel efficient. Fitted with four-speed automatic transmission as standard, it further benefited from improved anti-corrosion treatment and ABS brakes. Only in production between 1985 and 1989, just 13,443 300SLs are thought to have been despatched worldwide.Supplied new by Mercedes-Benz agents Esplanade Ltd of the Isle of Wight on the 12th August 1988, the 300 SL was first in the ownership of a hotelier on the island. Finished from new in Arctic White with Blue cloth interior upholstery and a Dark Blue hood, the R107 is also accompanied by a body-coloured hardtop which has been recently refurbished and was specified from the factory with options of additional front spotlights, paintwork preservation, and electric rear window. A modest mileage example having covered just 70,500 miles from new, ‘F457 CJK’ is entered now from a private collection. Starting readily upon inspection and running well during our recent photography session, the R107 rides on the correct type alloy wheels. Offered for sale with a history file that contains the original owner’s manual and stamped service book, there are further invoices for servicing and improvement, being most recently serviced by Hilton and Moss some 500 miles ago to the cost of c.£1,200. Also included in the paperwork file are numerous MOT certificates and a current V5C document. Benefitting from areas of bodywork restoration earlier this year, ‘F457 CJK’ is a notably nice example of arguably the most desirable engine variant of the R107s. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: TC 6851 Chassis No: 7947876 MOT: ExemptDesirable Manchester-built exampleConverted when new into a Fire Truck and then supplied to the Earl of Derby, resident of Knowsley HallIn service at Knowsley Hall from 1924 until 1948Presents very well and both running and driving well during our recent photography sessionLaunched in 1908, the T's chassis and mechanical components were made from exceptionally durable, high-grade vanadium steel. The Ford also featured a compact 2890cc, side-valve, four-cylinder engine that pioneered the use of a detachable cylinder head. Mounted in unit with the clutch and two-speed epicyclic gearbox assembly, it developed some 23hp at a leisurely 1,600rpm and 80lbft of torque. Top speed was limited to around 45mph depending upon bodywork, whilst brakes operated on both the transmission and rear wheels. With the introduction of a moving assembly line in 1913, Henry Ford famously turned his Model T into the world's first mass-made car. A year later, Model Ts represented 56% of all automobiles manufactured in the USA. However, it was not just the sheer volume of Model Ts rolling off the production line that motorised America, it was the inherent quality of the design. Built at Ford’s Trafford Park, Manchester facility, chassis 7947876 was then despatched to the Stanley Fire Engine Company of Halifax. Destined for use on the Earl of Derby’s Knowsley Hall estate in Leicestershire, the Model T was road registered as ‘TC 6851’ on 24th March 1924. Departing the Earl’s service twenty-four years later, the Fire Engine was acquired by a Ford dealer and repurposed as a showroom exhibit. Sold to Power Torque Engineering Ltd of Coventry during 1985, they partially restored the Model T (acquiring various pieces of period fire fighting equipment in the process) before displaying it in their foyer. Further improved since entering the current ownership twelve years ago, the Ford has had attention paid to its clutch, cylinder head (new gasket, bolts), ignition coils, radiator hoses, fan pulley bushes and transmission bands. Running and driving well during our recent photography session, the seller has enjoyed showing ‘TC 6851’ at Steam Rallies in Devon, Somerset and Gloucestershire. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file. For more information, please contact: Mike Davis mike.davis@handh.co.uk 07718 584217

Registration No: LSD 335P Chassis No: 2H.1107BW MOT: May 20251 of just 1,677 examples manufacturedExtensively re-commissioned June 2023 with some £3,500 worth of expenditureDesirable home market example and early in the production run (number 107)Pleasingly understood to boast the vast majority of its original Tan interior upholsteryThe Daimler Sovereign was a name applied to a sequence of luxury cars built by Jaguar but carrying the Daimler badge between 1966 and 1983 and were based on contemporary Jaguar body shells, chassis and engines. The launch of the Jaguar XJ6 in 1968 and its Daimler sister in 1969 redefined expectations in the luxury car sector. The new model truly 'moved the goalposts', setting new standards in comfort, refinement and handling. A waiting list was quick to form and enthusiasm remained strong upon the introduction of the Series II cars in 1973. The standard or long wheelbase saloon models were joined later that year by a striking new variant; an elegant pillarless Coupé, all being built on the short-wheelbase chassis with a Black vinyl-covered roof and available with either the 4.2 litre straight-six XK unit or the 5.3 litre, V12. This handsome design retained the saloon's supple all-round independent coil and wishbone suspension, disc brakes and power steering. Performance was predictably strong with both variants reputedly able to exceed 120mph. Rarer than its Jaguar brother, just 1,677 Daimler Sovereign 4.2 Coupés are thought to have been produced by the time production ended in 1978 with 613 built in 1977 and only six in the final year.Manufactured in 1975, 'LSD 335P' is a notably early example being number 107 off the production line and was supplied new to the United Kingdom being first registered on the 4th of December that year. A 4.2-litre engine example with automatic transmission, the Daimler is still finished in its original colour scheme of Signal Red with Tan leather upholstery, with the interior upholstery pleasingly understood to be original and the paintwork benefitting from a full repaint (2015). Offered now with c.108,000 miles on the odometer, the vast majority were covered during the first thirty years of its life. In dry storage from 2008 for numerous years and covering very minimal mileage, last year ‘LSD 335P’ was lavished with a mechanical recommissioning costing some £3,500.Further enhanced this year with a new coil and ignition leads, and a full service, the Daimler starting readily and both ran and drove very well during our photography session. In regular use with the vendor, it will be driven some 40 miles to the sale and is rated as having ‘very good’ bodywork, paintwork, electrical equipment, and interior trim, with the engine and gearbox both rated as ‘excellent’. Offered with a history file including previous MOTs and invoices, a no advisory MOT until May 2025, and V5C. These Daimler Coupes are scarce and this one benefits from significant recent mechanical recommissioning. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: T.B.A Chassis No: 1FA6P8CF4F5307788 MOT: July 20251 of just 1,964 Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Performance Pack examples producedUnique Mustang having been further redeveloped by Fortis Auto DesignFeaturing wide-body, scissor doors, and performance upgrades to 450bhpJust 27,000 miles from newPLEASE NOTE: The registration transfer is still on-going for this lot and therefore is not yet back on its age related registration number.PLEASE NOTE: Since photography, this lot has sustained a crack to the windscreen.The Ford Mustang is undoubtedly an American icon. The first production Mustang rolled off the assembly line in Dearborn, Michigan in March 1964 and was introduced to the public at the New York World's Fair on 17th April 1964. It was, and remains, one of the most successful product launches in automotive history, with the original Mustang selling over one million units in its first eighteen months alone. After five previous generations diluting the original 'Pony car', the sixth-generation arrived in 2013 to widespread consideration that Ford has perhaps returned the Mustang to its glory days. Publicly unveiled on the 5th of December 2013, in Dearborn, Michigan, New York, Los Angeles, California; Barcelona, Spain, Shanghai, China; and Sydney, Australia, with the internal project code name; S-550, with three engine options available: a newly developed 2.3 litre EcoBoost with 310bhp, a 3.7 litre 300bhp V6, or the 5.0 litre Coyote 435bhp V8 with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. A new independent rear suspension system was developed specifically for the new model. It also became the first factory version designed as a righthand drive export model to be sold overseas through Ford new car dealerships in righthand drive markets.This intimidating 5.0 litre V8 special edition was initially imported by Bill Shepherd Mustang in 2015. Part of a limited edition 50th Anniversary Performance Pack run, just 1,964 examples were released to pay homage to the first generation Mustangs of 1964. Boasting retro stitching throughout, a retro-look instrument cluster surround, and exclusive Black leather upholstery embossed with the Mustang 50-year logo. Chrome accents around the rear taillights and a special 50-year plaque on the dash noting this special edition's place in history complete the many upgrades. The model was marketed as a 2014½ model, paying tribute to the original 1964½ model.Not satisfied with the standard Mustangs appearance, and in the true spirit of enhancing the Mustangs, Fortis Auto Design worked closely with renowned specialists to create this one-off bespoke example. Extreme Dimensions created the bespoke wide arch moulded body, Diode Dynamics provided the lighting upgrades which include interior LEDs and RGBW +A Sequential Tri-Bar DRL upgrade, KW Automotive lowered the suspension, and a MagnaFlow competition exhaust was added providing ample audio to compliment the aggressive appearance. The Mustang has hydro-dipped carbon fibre dash panels and ROUSH bonnet scoop and vents.The bodywork modifications don’t stop there however, in fact, arguably most notable is the fitment of scissor doors that give the Mustang additional flair. QuickLIFT ELITE bonnet kit, custom Avery Diamond Super Snake striping and Bullet alloy wheels with original style wheel spinners complete the exterior appearance. Offered now having covered just 27,000 miles, the Mustang has a history file including documented service history including a service last month at Ford Bury St Edmunds, a collection of MOTs, a current no advisory MOT until July 2025, and a current V5C document. Professionally valeted bi-weekly in current ownership, the Mustang also benefits from a stage one ceramic coating at the start of this year. This truly one-off Mustang is undoubtedly not for shrinking violets and harks back to how original Mustang owners would upgrade their 'pony car'.PLEASE NOTE: The registration number shown in the images is not included in the sale. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: LFD 525L Chassis No: 1S1516 MOT: ExemptRecently subject to full cosmetic overhaul into the attractive original colour scheme of Light Blue over a Dark Blue interiorBelieved genuine 83,893 miles from newOffered with a history file displaying much recent expenditure including over 400 photographs documenting the body overhaulSpecified as a UK market, right-hand drive car fitted with the desirable four-speed manual gearbox from newBy 1971, Jaguar's jaw-dropping E-Type had been in production for a decade. Despite continual improvements, new emissions legislation in the all-important American market threatened to strangle the 'big cat's' performance. Jaguar responded by giving its revered sportscar fresh claws in the shape of a 5343cc V12 developed from the stillborn XJ13 Le Mans project car. The new engine was both effortlessly powerful and eerily refined. 'The turbine-like smoothness with which the engine provides a sustained shove in the back is almost uncanny, the more so when one accelerates hard in top gear.' (Autocar 5th July 1973). With some 272bhp and 304lbft of torque on tap, the Series III E-Type once again had 150mph in its sights. A revised wheelbase yielded better cabin space and in conjunction with wider front/rear tracks, new anti-dive front suspension geometry and fatter tyres gave improved road holding. Imbued with a more muscular stance thanks to its flared wheel arches, re-profiled wings and larger grille, the model also boasted vented disc brakes and a restyled interior. According to its accompanying Jaguar Heritage Trust Certificate, chassis 1S1516 was completed to ‘home market’, manual transmission specification and despatched to P.J. Evans on 26th October 1972. Originally finished in the gorgeous combination of Light Blue with Dark Blue upholstery, the E-Type’s early years are a mystery. The first MOT certificate on file was issued during 1984 at an indicated 51,795 miles. Known to have belonged to M. Charles of Walton-on-Thames in 1986, the two-seater then belonged to G. Thomas of Shenfield for twenty-one years before entering the current ownership during 2018. Fastidious about the cars in his collection, the vendor has had JC Specialists fettle the Jaguar’s suspension, braking system, cooling system, fuelling system and ignition system. He has also subjected the E-Type to a bare metal respray (documented via 400 photos). Believed, but not warranted, to have covered some 83,900 miles from new, ‘LFD 525L’ started readily and ran well on its uprated SU carburettors during our recent photography session. Refurbished at some stage, the interior trim remains smart and indeed the seller considers the whole car to be in ‘very good overall’ condition. Riding on gleaming wire wheels and sporting a wood-rimmed Moto Lita steering wheel, this highly appealing Series III V12 Roadster is only being offered for sale in an attempt to downsize. For more information, please contact: Lucas Gomersall lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk 07484 082430

Registration No: JLO 110K Chassis No: 1S50350 MOT: ExemptOne of just 2,116 right-hand drive examples and fitted with the desirable manual gearboxMatching chassis and engine numbersSubject of a full professional restoration in 2010 in its original colour combinationOffered with a history file including the Jaguar Heritage CertificateLast of the line, the Jaguar E-type Series III was introduced in 1971. Longer, wider and more comfortable than its predecessors, the newcomer blurred the lines between sports car and grand tourer. Powered by a turbine-smooth all-alloy SOHC 5343cc V12 engine allied to either Jaguar four-speed manual or Borg Warner three-speed automatic transmission, the refined manner in which it performed (contemporary road tests spoke of 0-60mph in 6.4 seconds and 150mph) simply blew road testers away. Benefiting from a broader track, ventilated disc brakes, power-assisted rack and pinion steering and Lucas transistorised ignition, the Series III was visually distinguished by its 'egg-crate' grille, flared wheel arches and purposeful quad-exhaust pipes. Available in fixed-head coupe (2+2-seater) or roadster (2-seater) guises, it remained in volume production until 1974 (though, a special commemorative run of forty-nine black-painted roadsters was released the following year).Chassis number ‘1S50350’ was dispatched new on the 17th of September 1971 to the supplying dealer, Charles Follett, London W1, and thereafter was sold to the first owner, a Mrs K. Gaze. Finished from new in Light Blue paintwork with a Dark Blue interior upholstery, pleasingly the colour scheme in which it is still presented today. Desirable for being both a manual gearbox car and a matching numbers example, ‘JLO 110K’ was lavished with a comprehensive restoration in 2010 including a full bodywork renovation with the bodywork stripped and restored with a focus upon saving as much of the original metal work as possible. More recently benefitting from a fuel system refresh in 2017, and full servicing with new spark plugs as well as rear exhaust box and tailpipes in 2022.Starting readily and both running and driving very well during the recent photography session, the Jaguar is offered with a credible recorded mileage of 81,500 miles on the odometer. Accompanied by a history file comprising the JHT Heritage Certificate, a collection of invoices and previous MOTs, a maintenance chart, operating, maintenance and service handbook, ownership history, and a current V5C document. UK-supplied, manual gearbox, matching numbers examples are highly desirable E-Types and with this V12 Coupe being all of these and having been provided a full restoration in its original colour scheme is certainly one to consider. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: NFC 658S Chassis No: 124CS10141000 MOT: ExemptImported from the American ‘dry state’ Nevada in 2021Subject to a renovation upon arrival by the vendor between 2021 and 2023Benefitting from an estimated £15,000 expenditureStarting readily and running well during our recent photography sessionIntroduced at the November 1966 Turin Salon, the Fiat 124 Sport Spider boasted a handsome two-door monocoque bodyshell that was both styled and built by Pininfarina and proved a great sales success. A staple part of Fiat's model range until 1982, with just under 200,000 produced, the majority were shipped to North America.Manufactured in 1978, the 124 Spider was supplied new to the United States of America, residing there until being imported to the United Kingdom in 2021 from the American ‘dry state’ Nevada. Noted by the vendor as a very solid example, likely helped by Nevada’s climate, the vendor embarked upon a two-year renovation of the Fiat. Mechanically, the 124 received a comprehensive engine overhaul including new rings, shells, oil pump and starting equipment, new differential seals, new wheel bearings, renewed suspension bushes and powder-coated suspension parts, a new clutch, and refreshed brakes with new calipers and lines.Cosmetically, the interior was refreshed with retrimmed seats, door cards and new carpets, a new hood was supplied, a new windscreen and the wheels were powder-coated and shod with new tyres. Benefitting from an estimated £15,000 worth of expenditure, the Fiat started readily and ran well during our recent photography session. Offered with a collection of invoices, documents relating to the UK registration, a copy of the Nevada state title, sales literature and current V5C document. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: OV 2980 Chassis No: 4769CF3 MOT: ExemptExceptionally rare Hornet Sportsman Coupe originally commissioned by Eustace WatkinsCoachwork by Salmons and Sons in Newport PagnellHighly original example in its original colour schemeIn the ownership of just two families from new with current ownership since 1984Supplied with a comprehensive restoration between 1984 and 1987The vogue for creating small cars of big performance pre-dates today's hot hatches by many decades, of which the Wolseley Hornets of 1930 to 1935 are ample proof. The trick was to insert six-cylinder OHC engines of 1271cc into unsuspecting modified Morris Minor chassis and then provide them with relatively lightweight bodies and wheels to create cars with considerably more get-up-and-go. The ‘Occasional-Four Coupe‘ is understood to have been originally commissioned for Eustace Watkins, a London dealer of Wolseleys located in Croydon from 1906 and at one time was the largest distributor of Wolseley cars in the world. Eustace Watkins offered custom coachwork, most notably the Wolseley Hornet Specials some of which were coachbuilt for Eustace Watkins.Manufactured in 1931, 'OV 2980' was originally commissioned via Eustace Watkins and bodied in exceptionally rare Sportsman's Coupe coachwork with sunshine roof by Salmons and Sons, Newport Pagnell. Purchased new by the Roberts family, the Wolseley remained in their ownership until 1984. Requiring full restoration after being unused and stored in a garage/workshop for 35 years, it is a notably original and appreciating rarity. The late vendor purchased chassis 4769CF3 and embarked upon a comprehensive, body-off and chassis-up restoration, the chassis being fully refurbished before the original coachwork was renovated and presented in its original Fawn colour scheme.The mechanicals were completely restored including the six-cylinder engine overhauled, and the interior was retrimmed. Completed in Spring 1987, since then, the Hornet had been in regular use including trips to Retromobile, Silverstone, and Shuttleworth, only stopping for coronavirus and sadly the vendor's passing last year. Starting readily and running well during the photography session, the Wolseley may require some recommissioning. Supplied with a history file that contains the original buff logbook, notebook documenting the current ownership journeys, numerous previous MOTs, previous invoices and tax discs, a letter from the original family owner’s daughter, VSCC eligibility document, letter from The Automobile editor for restoration feature, and V5C. A highly original example with exceptionally rare and attractive coachwork, this Sportsman's Coupe has remarkably been in the ownership of just two families from new. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: TJH 525D Chassis No: DB6/2453/R MOT: ExemptSupplied new via Plough Motors to Aegues Properties Ltd of Cheltenham and initially registered as 'GDD 222D'In single ownership from 1972 - 2024, by which time it had been repainted from Silver Birch to Fiesta Red and granted its current 'TJH 525D' number plateMatching chassis and engine numbers and desirable ZF 5-speed manual gearboxAccompanying paperwork dates back to 1971 when the DB6 underwent a major service at the factoryTreated to a partial re-trim and new battery by the vendor. Running and driving with decent oil pressure but would benefit from further recommissioningUnveiled at the 1965 London Motor Show, the DB6 was the first Aston Martin model to be engineered following the company's move from Feltham to Newport Pagnell. Although a direct development of the DB5, with the same visage, the newcomer enjoyed notably better high-speed stability thanks to the provision of a Kamm tail, and superior interior space courtesy of a 3.7-inch longer wheelbase and taller roofline. Grafted over a sheet steel platform chassis, the four-seater's hand-finished aluminium panels helped contribute to a claimed kerb weight of 3,232lbs that was actually only 17lbs heavier than its predecessor. Praised by the contemporary motoring press for its poise, the DB6 employed all-round coil-sprung suspension, four-wheel disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering. Powered by the famous Tadek Marek designed 3995cc DOHC straight-six engine, the model boasted some 325bhp and 288lbft of torque in uprated Vantage tune and could be had with five-speed ZF manual or three-speed Borg Warner automatic transmission. A contemporary road test found a manual DB6 Vantage to be capable of 0-60mph in 6.3 seconds and 150mph. A total of 1,327 MkI Saloons were produced between October 1965 and the MkII's July 1969 arrival. According to its accompanying British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate, chassis DB6/2453/R was completed on 20th January 1966 and despatched to Plough Motors (Stroud Valley) Ltd some six weeks later. Originally finished in Silver Birch, the Aston Martin’s impressive specification also encompassed the more powerful Vantage engine, ZF 5-speed manual transmission, heated rear windscreen, powered aerial and chrome wire wheels with three-eared spinners. Supplied new to Aegues Properties Ltd of Cheltenham, the DB6 was returned to the factory for a major service during November 1971, by which time it belonged to G.A. Darlington Esq of Newton Hall, Suffolk and had exchanged its first number plate ‘GDD 222D’ for the current one ‘TJH 525D’. Repainted Fiesta Red prior to being bought by C.E. McKinney Esq the following year, the 2+2-seater remained in his care until 2024. A pilot by profession, Mr McKinney used the Aston Martin for commuting in the 1970s but only on high days and holidays thereafter. Invoices on file show that the DB6 has covered a mere 20,000 miles since having its cylinder head overhauled by W. Rennie-Roberts of Colchester during April 1975 (the warranted odometer reading stands at just 98,000). Other bills from Aston Martin Lagonda, Aston Service Dorset, Puddleduck and Rikki Cann attest to ongoing maintenance. The brake system has been refurbished (2002-2003), the starter motor rejuvenated (2010) and the fuel pump renewed (2011). Entrusted to Classic and Retro of Sible Hedingham in late 2012 at a recorded 97,585 miles, the 2+2-seater had attention paid to its ignition system, interior trim (headlining, carpets, rear seat base etc), window rubbers and brakes not to mention being treated to new wire wheels and tyres. Further improved by Woodbridge Classic Cars at a cost of £2,947.18 during June 2015, they replaced the engine and fuel tank mounts, installed new steering rack gaiters, changed the left-hand servo gaskets and tuned the triple Weber carburettors. Reluctantly put up for sale after more than half a century due to the physicality of driving it, ‘TJH 525D’ entered the current ownership in January this year. A lifelong Aston Martin enthusiast, the vendor has partially re-trimmed the cabin (new front seat facings and boot carpet) and begun the recommissioning process. Starting readily during our recent photography session (August 2024) and driven to and from the location, the DB6 recorded good oil pressure but would nevertheless benefit from more mechanical fettling. The underside appeared sound during our cursory inspection, with evidence of new sills and jacking points being fitted in the past. The seller had intended to return the 2+2-seater to its initial Silver Birch hue. However, the acquisition of another DB6 whilst waiting for a slot at his preferred body shop has meant that ‘TJH 525D’ is now surplus to requirements. Pleasingly retaining its original Vantage engine albeit with the bonus of comparatively fresh Weber carburettors and a stainless steel exhaust, this much-loved and archetypal British GT is now ready for its next long-term custodian. For more information, please contact: Damian Jones damian.jones@handh.co.uk 07855 493737

Registration No: NXS 982 Chassis No: 643453 MOT: ExemptDiscovered abandoned in Shoshoni, Wyoming where it had been stored for more than forty yearsImported to the United Kingdom in 2018 and provided with a full mechanical restorationOriginal patination and paintwork retained throughoutBenefitting from some £47,000 worth of expenditure during the restorationSupplied with a large history file including photographic documentation of the restorationWith prospects of the war ending shortly, in February 1945, Ford received permission to resume production of Pickups after an absence from the market for three years. First relaunching production with the pre-war 21C Model, it was thereafter followed by the model 59C in May. During 1945, only 1/2 ton Pickups were built, and on the 3rd of May 1945, the 31 millionth Ford was built, which, unsurprisingly was a Pickup. The Pickups utilised a Flathead V8 engine and a three-speed manual transmission with floor change.Manufactured in 1945, chassis number ‘643453’ supplied new to the United States of America. Discovered in an abandoned workshop in Shoshoni, Wyoming in 2017, it is understood that the Pickup had resided there for over forty years. Offered through Hemmings, the Ford was spotted by the vendor and his son who decided to purchase and import the Truck due to its incredible originality and patina. Arriving in the United Kingdom in 2018, ‘643453’ was entrusted to Belcher Engineering to provide a full and comprehensive mechanical restoration. The original block was found to be cracked so a correct type block was supplied and overhauled; gearbox overhauled; the chassis was cleaned and oiled; the axles and suspension restored; radiator re-cored; fuel tank restored; brakes renewed; and wheels clear coated with new Longstone tyres.The bodywork was provided with fresh metalwork as required, welded and finished to match previous scars and repairs from before its lay-up in America. Thereafter, the body was prepared and clear coated to preserve the surviving original paintwork and patination. The interior upholstery is inspired by the local tribe in Shoshoni, the Shoshone Tribe, with their fabric pattern used for the bench seat drape. Total expenditure on the project reached just shy of £48,000 in total and is pleasingly documented across three large history files and several articles for the Early Ford Club, providing a comprehensive written and pictural record of the restoration. Since used and enjoyed, including attending several shows, most notably being displayed at the NEC, the Ford started readily and ran very well during our recent photography session, and is offered for sale with a spares package. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: WMP 391G Chassis No: G1110 MOT: May 2025No. 110 of only 197 examples manufacturedSubject to a comprehensive restoration in the 1990s with only c.10,000 miles covered since3.0-litre V6 engine with fast road camshaft, uprated oil pump, and new Weber carburettorBenefitting from thousands of recent expenditure with a marque specialistAnnounced at the 1966 London Motor Show, the Genie introduced a new body shape with a more powerful 3.0-litre Ford V6 engine. Production started in 1967 and continued until 1970, the cars being sold in either component form or fully factory-built. The engine was fed by a twin-choke Weber carburettor, with a four-speed manual gearbox (optional with overdrive gearbox). Suspension on the first 30 to 40 cars was still MGB with wire wheels, although a number were fitted with the Austin Healey 3000 rear axle. Later cars have the MGC rear axle and front suspension uprights with Gilbern-designed alloy wheels. The body shape of the Genie is also common to the MkI and MkII Invaders, but the various models can usually be identified from their detailed fitments and fittings. The Genies interior featured a vinyl-covered dashboard and centre console and was further distinguishable by two forward-facing vents bonnet. Other features are opening front and rear quarter lights; electric windows were an optional extra.Number 110 of the mere 197 examples manufactured, ‘WMP 391G’ was manufactured in 1969 and first registered in the United Kingdom on the 1st of February that year. A desirable overdrive example, it benefitted from a comprehensive restoration in the early 1990s, during which the Genie received a full repaint in Giallo Forte paintwork, a full engine overhaul including uprating with a fast road camshaft, uprated oil pump, new Weber carburettor, and electronic ignition. Showing some 97,000 miles when restored, the Gilbern has covered just c.9,000 miles since the restoration.Well maintained by the previous and current keepers utilising services of marque specialist, Sporting Classic Marques of Llanelli. During the previous ownership improvements by them included fabricating new stainless steel rear exhaust sections and rolling road tuning (with the dyno sheets showing 165bhp and 189lb/ft). Entering the vendor's private collection in 2018, the Gilbern received over £4,200 expenditure with Sporting Classic Marques in 2023 comprising a new starter motor, attention to the fuel lines, fabricated exhaust back box, re-wiring of the overdrive, renewed carburettor, and further fettling.Starting readily and both running and driving very well during the photography session, the Gilbern has been used for local events and runs and is only making way due to further classics being added to the collection. Offered with a history file including numerous previous MOTs, a collection of invoices, and a current V5C Document. A very rare model, this well-sorted example is temptingly offered without reserve, the Genie would allow any new owner to stand out from the crowd of less scarce classics! For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: GCL 269Y Chassis No: SCCFC20A8DHD10895 MOT: ExemptOriginally built as a pre-production Essex Turbo Esprit in 1980 and loaned to the DeLorean Motor CompanyThereafter developed by Lotus Engineering and fitted with experimental Active Suspension for Formula OneRetained by Lotus Cars on long-term display until 2016 and only one private keeper sinceJust 6,500 miles from newExtensively but sympathetically restored in current ownership at a cost of in excess of £60,000A highly significant car in the history and development of Lotus!Chassis number SCCFC20A8DHD10895 is no ordinary Lotus Esprit Turbo, and it is against all odds that it still exists today! With a ‘Signed from Production’ date of the 8th July 1980 in its initial guise, the Esprit began life as a pre-production Essex Turbo Esprit and according to the Lotus Certificate of Vehicle Provenance that accompanies the car, it is believed to be the first pre-production Essex Esprit built. Thus, originally finished in the colours (Essex Blue) of Lotus F1 sponsors of the time, the Essex Overseas Petroleum Corporation, thereafter the Esprit was loaned to the DeLorean Motor Company. Upon the return of ‘10895’ to Lotus in c.1982/83, it was provided to Lotus Engineering and was built by Team Lotus with experimental Active Suspension for Formula One (and possibly the first car worldwide with it) and was repainted into the John Player Specials colours with JPS now the Lotus F1 sponsor. With Lotus at the forefront of Active Suspension for some time, this Esprit's significance cannot be overlooked.Road registered in 1983 as ‘GCL 269Y’, it was used for promotional activities such as featuring in a BBC Top Gear episode and being test driven by Nigel Mansell, and it is even reputed that Colin Chapman personally sat in the car shortly before his death. When the promotional and development activities ceased, much like many prototypes at Lotus, the history was deemed insignificant, and the Esprit was left behind in Hangar 4 (Service) at Lotus under a cover for numerous years until its fate seemingly was doomed for even worse. Spotted by the bosses of the new owner's Proton, the Active Esprit was ordered for scrapping, but fortunately, Brian Angus (the Esprit Platform Manager for 14 years) knew its significance, and continually hid the Active Esprit in several different locations on site, and got his knuckles rapped at one stage for doing so!As part of an audit of the Essex Esprits in 2005, following the hike in interest and value, the Active Esprit saw the light of day again, and Brian Angus fortunately found someone within Lotus' Senior Management who concurred with his belief of the significance of the car and so ‘GCL 269Y’ was tidied up and mechanically, it is understood that only renewed fuel lines, a new battery and fresh fuel were required to bring the Esprit back to life. Placed on display in the White Building at the factory, it remained on display at Lotus for many years, in fact, such a length of time that it resided in the White Building before and after its completion, the internal walls were built around the Esprit!Changes in financial priorities led to the firm having to raise money and so the Esprit was sold to the current vendors, a father and son ownership (the former having worked at Lotus as a development engineer for 10 years), who are ‘die-hard’ Lotus enthusiasts having had a significant collection of Lotus’, and who had persistently enquired as to the availability of ‘GCL 269Y’. Removal of the Active Esprit was no easy task with the only available exit being a personnel door and extraction involved placing the car on a rotisserie to reach the outside world sideways! From there, the vendors embarked upon an exhaustive restoration that took approximately two years to complete and with expenditure understood to have surpassed £60,000 in total. The restoration work included full engine and gearbox overhauls; renewed front and rear bulkheads; re-wiring; full brake refurbishment, new exhaust system; and amongst much more with most of the work completed by specialists, NTC Cars. Cosmetically, the restoration's focus was to maintain originality as much as possible and thus the original paintwork was carefully revitalised and pleasingly the original hand-painted decals remain. The original interior was restored, recoloured, and re-connollised, and the sympathetic focus of the restoration can be seen throughout by the retaining of items such as the model-specific cam cover and Active Suspension control panel.Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the Active Suspension components and original control panel are still present and have been plugged into a computer to produce data, although further research and attention would be required to get it operational (a firm who can complete this task have been located however). Offered now having covered just c.6,500 miles, the Lotus is offered with a history file that contains the Lotus Certificate of Vehicle Provenance; Security Release Pass for Development, Sales, PR, and Executive Vehicles; a copy of Car Magazine from November 1983 featuring the car; a copy of Absolute Lotus featuring it; correspondence with Brian Angus; photos of the removal from the factory; copy of the marketing specification sheet; data from the active suspension; and sundry paperwork. Also accompanying is a current V5C Document which notably shows just one former keeper, ‘Team Lotus International Ltd’.Only offered now due to a change of focus to increased amounts of historic racing (in Lotus’!) by the vendors, the Active Esprit is undoubtedly not one to miss for a collector or enthusiast, being such a highly significant car in the history and development of Lotus, with Active Suspension, of course, becoming prevalent in Formula One until it was banned by the FIA in 1994! For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: SXF 102 Chassis No: 111-7-00850 MOT: ExemptUnderstood to have been supplied new to the Home Office Fire Services Technical Centre at Moreton-in-MarshReputedly the Command Car while in serviceMatching chassis and engine numbersOffered with a BMIHT Heritage CertificateDesigned by Maurice Wilks in 1947, a Land-Rover rates highly on any list of the world's most significant vehicles, and the earlier - and therefore purer - the better. By the 1957 model year, during which this example was made, weak points had been ironed out to bring the 4x4 to a specification that would last for decades. A simple ladder frame chassis, steel bulkhead and rugged square-formed aluminium panels created a strong workhorse for light industrial, countryside and military use alike. The 88" chassis was offered from mid-1956 model year, in preparation for the diesel variant.Chassis ‘00850’ was manufactured new on the 10th October 1956 and despatched on the 6th December to Halesowen Engineering Works, Worcester for Home Office fitment, as the Land Rover is understood to have been supplied new to the Home Office Fire Services Technical Centre at Moreton-in-Marsh. Home of firefighting training for the Civil Defence and AFS services (as well as the RAF and others) the site featured three made-up Mobile Fire Columns for teaching purposes. Reputedly the Command Car while in service, the Land Rover is thought to have covered low mileage in service due to the nature of its employment. Thereafter, ‘SXF 102’ spent much of its time in single-family ownership (from 1978 to 2017 and has a recorded mileage of some 28,000 miles.In current ownership, the Land Rover has benefited from engine and gearbox bearings and seals replacement; removal of the head and the valves checked; wheels shot-blasted, refurbished and shod with new tyres; and the footwells renewed. Starting readily and running well during our recent photography session, the Series I is accompanied by the BMIHT Heritage Certificate, a collection of previous MOTs and invoices, an original operations manual; workshop and instruction manuals; and a current V5C document. A matching chassis and engine numbers example and pleasingly still retaining its ‘SXF’ Civil Defence Land-Rovers registration number, chassis 00850 is due to be driven to the sale. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Registration No: AUA 170 Chassis No: D10727 MOT: August 2025Re-bodied on the request of the then owner and aspiring trials driver Maurice Zwick when three years oldCampaigned before WW2 as the Zwick Rapier on the Land's End, Exeter and Edinburgh Trails etcRaced at Goodwood, Silverstone, and Great Auclum after WW2 by John Marshall, Margaret 'Peggy' Harman, and AC GriffithsSupplied with a history file with numerous period photographs of the Rapier in competitionIntroduced at the 1933 Olympia Motor Show, the Lagonda Rapier was intended to capitalise on the growing market for small capacity sports cars. Although based around a conventional ladder-frame chassis complete with all-round semi-elliptic leaf-sprung suspension and four-wheel Girling 13-inch drum brakes, the newcomer boasted a highly advanced engine. The work of consultant Thomas 'Tim' Ashcroft the 1104cc four-cylinder unit utilised twin overhead camshafts to produce a quoted 50bhp @ 5,400rpm. Praised by the contemporary motoring press for its performance, refinement and agility, the model was supplied in bare chassis guise only and bodied via the likes of E.D. Abbott, John Charles, Maltby and E.J. Newns. Prohibitively expensive to manufacture, the Rapier was dropped when the Staines firm went into administration during 1935. Convinced that the reborn Lagonda (LG Motors Ltd) had made a mistake, Tim Ashcroft, William Oates and Nevil Brockelbank secured the rights to the small capacity sports car shortly thereafter. Operating as Rapier Cars Ltd of Hammersmith they contributed a further 46 cars to the total production tally of 470 before closing their doors in 1938.Beginning life as an Abbott-bodied Tourer, chassis D10727 was road registered as ‘AUA 170' on the 10th August 1934. Purchased by aspiring trials driver Maurice Zwick in 1936 (who would go on to contest five Monte Carlo rallies), the Lagonda soon proved a competitive mount. Buoyed by podiums on the Land's End, Exeter, and Edinburgh Trials during 1937, Zwick had the Rapier re-bodied (from the bulkhead back) and supercharged. With little to show for his endeavours in 1938, he side-lined ‘AUA 170' storing it at Thompson & Taylor's Brooklands premises during WWII. Purchased by Weybridge garage owner John Marshall, the Lagonda was converted into a circuit racer - complete with a lightweight body and strengthened engine internals - in time to enter the 1st BARC Goodwood Race Meeting in 1948. Campaigned by subsequent keeper Mrs Margaret `Peggy' Harman in 1949-1950 at Silverstone and Great Auclum etc, she entrusted its maintenance to Maurice Leo.Initially used by the next owner Joe Branson, as a daily commuter, he went on to win the Lagonda Club's prestigious Arthur Fox Trophy aboard `AUA 170' in 1958. Somewhat tired by the time Charles Hoskins of Market Rasen acquired it, restoration work began in the 1980s and had yet to be completed when the gentleman who completed the restoration acquired the Rapier in 2004. Purchased by the previous keeper in 2016 from H&H, the Rapier required recommissioning at this stage and was provided with over £5,000 worth of expenditure that comprised new rear axle seals, front brake overhaul, new exhaust system, and a service. Purchased by the vendor most recently, the Rapier was again not running, with the vendor recommissioning the car, and since ‘AUA 170’ has thankfully been in regular use. Running and driving excellently for the photography session, the Rapier will be driven to the sale. Supplied with a history file with in-depth history details of ‘D10727’, instruction book, previous MOTs, a current MOT until August 2025 with no advisories, numerous period competition photographs, and the V5C. For more information, please contact: Paul Cheetham paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk 07538 667452

Gambier, Bolton, Robert, Asiatic Elephant, Gambier, Bolton, Robert, , c.1890, Asiatic Elephant, carbon print, captioned and signed 'Gambier Bolton, F.Z.S. 313 (Regd)" in the print, mounted, framed and glazed, image to view 28cm x 23.4cm., Footnote: Robert Gambier Bolton (August 24, 1854 – July 29, 1928) was a prolific English author and photographer celebrated for his captivating portrayals of natural history and explorations into psychical phenomena. Throughout his extensive travels across various countries, Bolton meticulously captured the essence of wildlife through his lens. Notably, he documented animals on expeditions, including a remarkable journey alongside the Duke of Newcastle's entourage. Bolton's passion for animal photography transcended mere hobbyist interests; he was among the pioneering individuals who sought to commercialize this emerging field. His photographs not only served as artistic expressions but also as invaluable scientific records for esteemed societies. Despite initial underappreciation, his contributions found their way into esteemed journals and zoological publications, where they continue to inspire and inform readers about the wonders of the natural world. C.J. Cornich, 'How to See The Zoo', Cornhill Magazine, 1896 wrote "To watch Mr. G. Bolton is to learn how to see the zoo from another point of view than that common to ordinary or even scientific visitors. He is concerned, not with the habits, but with the form, appearance, and attitudes of animals",