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Classic Vehicle Auctionauctionauction Classic Vehicle AuctionAuctionAuction Friday 28th July 2017 Commencing at 11AM Being held at: South Western Vehicle Auctions Limited 61 Ringwood Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0RG Tel:+44(0)1202745466 swva.co.ukswva.co.ukswva.co.uk £5 CLASSIC VEHICLE AUCTIONS EXTRA TERMS & CONDITIONS NB:OUR GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE APPLY THE ESTIMATES DO NOT INCLUDE BUYERS PREMIUM COMMISSION – 6% + VAT (Minimum £150 inc VAT) BUYERS PREMIUM – 8% + VAT (Minimum £150 inc VAT) ONLINE AND TELEPHONE BIDS £10.00 + BUYERS PREMIUM + VAT ON PURCHASE 10% DEPOSIT, MINIMUM £500, PAYABLE ON THE FALL OF THE HAMMER AT THE CASH DESK. DEPOSITS CAN BE PAID BY DEBIT CARD OR CASH (Which is subject to 1.25% Surcharge) BALANCES BY NOON ON THE FOLLOWING MONDAY. BALANCES CAN BE PAID BY DEBIT CARD, BANK TRANSFER, CASH (Which is subject to 1.25% surcharge), OR CREDIT CARD (Which is subject to 3.5% surcharge) ALL VEHICLES ARE SOLD AS SEEN PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE ADVISED TO SATISFY THEMSELVES AS TO THE ACCURACY OF ANY STATEMENT MADE, BE THEY STATEMENTS OF FACT OR OPINION. ALL MILEAGES ARE SOLD AS INCORRECT UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED CURRENT ENGINE AND CHASSIS NUMBERS ARE SUPPLIED BY HPI. ALL VEHICLES MUST BE COLLECTED WITHIN 3 WEEKS, AFTER 3 WEEKS STORAGE FEES WILL INCUR Lot 1 TRIUMPH TR6 - 2498cc ~ 1970 Mileage: 44,235 miles Warranted This Triumph TR6 was last on the road in 1990, the MOT for that year shows the mileage as 43,707. The then owner gave the car to a man in Rotherwick who was going to put it back on the road, after a few years he told that it could not be completed due to ill health. During the years it was worked on the engine was sent off to a specialist and rebuilt, during that time it was converted to run on unleaded. When the car was delivered back to the owner the bonnet release cable had snapped so the engine has not been inspected since. The vehicle was recently sold to the owner's brother who decided to send it to a garage in Southampton where the he then decided that a restoration cost was not affordable for him and so the car was consequently sent to us. The history file includes invoices and MOTs from 1978 when the mileage was 15,297, 1981 at 16,248, 1982 at 20,007, 1983 at 24,906, 1984 at 29,166, 1985 at 36,783, 1986 at 39,690, 1988 at 43,658 and 1990 at 43,707. The vehicle was then put into storage and the mileage is now 44,235. Sold as a non running restoration project. Sold with no reserve Lot 2 JAGUAR XJ6 3.2 - 3239cc ~ 1992 Mileage: 102,358 miles Not Warranted MOT: 27/10/2017 This Jaguar has been owned by the vendor for 3 years and now due to personal circumstances the vehicle must be sold. Comes with the current logbook and MOT with no advisories, along with some old MOTs. Driven to the auction from Surrey. Sold with no reserve Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this catalogue, it is only intended as a guide. South Western Vehicle Auctions will not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions . Lot 3 MERCEDES C200 ELEGANCE AUTO - 1998cc ~ 1998 Mileage: 43,500 miles Warranted MOT: 10/05/2018 A one off with this mileage. Stamped up service history 14 stamps and wads of bills. Finished in a lovely attractive electric green. Only 3 owners from new. You won't find another like this one! Sold with no reserve Lot 4 PEUGEOT 309 GL - 1294cc ~ 1991 Mileage: 71,000 miles Warranted MOT: 29/03/2018 Peugeot 309 with only 71,000 miles and 3 owners from new. Original handbook and service pack with 10 service stamps. In lovely condition, new battery, sunroof, 5 speed box. Auctioneers notes: This is a great car and a good starter classic. Sold with no reserve Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this catalogue, it is only intended as a guide. South Western Vehicle Auctions will not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions . Lot 5 LANCIA TREVI - 1995cc ~ 1983 Mileage: 83,000 miles Not Warranted The current owner has had this vehicle for a period of 17 years. It has been to various motor shows to include Earls Court, NEC and tour day trips to the Trevi fountains rally with Lancia at St Peter's, Italy. This car is very rare and the current owner believes that there are only 2 remaining in this country. It has full service history, all the old MOT certificates and tax discs. It has had a new water pump replacement, timing belt and all receipts are available to be viewed. It has been in dry storage for the past 15 years but needs some TLC. Saying that, the current owner believes the vehicle to be very solid and all the electrics are in working order. Auctioneers notes: All Lancias are great fun to drive and this is 1 of only 2 left. Sold with no reserve Lot 6 JAGUAR XJ-S AUTO - 3590cc ~ 1988 Mileage: 76,987 miles Warranted This Jaguar XJS has 15 old MOT certificates dating back to 1999, 12 stamps in the service book, original book pack. Also included is a spare windscreen. Auctioneers notes: This could be a solid investment. Sold with no reserve Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this catalogue, it is only intended as a guide. South Western Vehicle Auctions will not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions . Lot 7 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN AUTO - 3590cc ~ 1989 Mileage: 90,000 miles Warranted MOT: 05/01/2018 This is a very nice pre face-lift XJ40 in lovely condition for its age. Mileage is approximately 6000 less than shown due to speedo change by Silverhills Jaguar in 2006 (Documented). All original handbook pack with service history of 14 stamps. A nice usable classic sure to increase in value over the coming years. Sold with no reserve Lot 8 BMW 325 I SPORT AUTO - 2494cc ~ 1991 Mileage: 139,000 miles Warranted MOT: 17/08/2017 We are very pleased to offer, what we think is a rare BMW 325i Sport – 2 door – entered by the BMW Main Agents. She comes with the full M tec sports pack, which includes adjustable suspension, body kit, auto sports box, limited slip differential, power steering electric sunroof etc. etc. Full spec in the history file. Although the mileage is a little high it does have a full service history of 27 stamps. She was supplied by Tice & Son Dorchester, which became Westerly and was serviced by them until 2006. A well respected company Frampton Garage then took over responsibility to look after this car. The last MOT had no advisories. Interesting, the tool kit is virtually complete and the little torch still resides in the glove box. She has had 2 owners from new, the last registered keeper purchased the car in 1994. She is finished in alpine white with anthracite trim. These cars are no slouches producing 168 bhp 0 – 68 in 8.3 seconds and a top speed of 135m per hour Auctioneers notes: What I like about this car is its originality. She needs a little tidying up around the wheel arches and repair to the rear seat back. No great fortune to do but what a cracker she will be and what a pleasure to drive Sold with no reserve Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this catalogue, it is only intended as a guide. South Western Vehicle Auctions will not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions . Lot 9 MERCEDES E200 - 1998cc ~ 1995 Mileage: 159,025 miles Warranted MOT: 12/03/2018 An excellent example of a very practical Classic Mercedes Benz. Having the benefit of the rarer manual gearbox and the desirable 7 seat option. The car has had some very well executed, remedial paint work in it's life. The vendor states it is in excellent, usable condition. 20 Entries in the service book, last at 154089 miles with many corresponding and supplementary invoices. Sold with no reserve Lot 10 VOLVO 145 - 1986cc ~ 1971 Mileage: 195,000 miles Not Warranted MOT: 08/03/2018 The Series 1 Volvo Estate is becoming a very rare beast indeed. There are still many series 2 estates available (245). Bodywork is in good order, although not perfect. The interior is very tidy and the comfortable seats are from a later Volvo estate. The vendor states during his ownership the engine has been a good reliable starter. The radiator has been re-conned recently. Fitted with a tow bar. This is a tidy, tax exempt example which is also a practical work horse that provides a huge amount of space when the seats are down. Auctioneers notes: The vendor has owned the vehicle for the past 2 years. There are also a few spares included. Sold with no reserve Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this catalogue, it is only intended as a guide. South Western Vehicle Auctions will not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions . Lot 11 JAGUAR XJ6 3.2 - 3239cc ~ 1992 Mileage: 11,212 miles Not Warranted MOT: 05/04/2018 This Jaguar XJ6 has made TV appearances in programs such as Silent Witness. The history file contains a service book with 8 stamps from Henleys Jaguar, book pack and old MOTs. Recent new battery and tyres.
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