Over 120 fantastic classics going under the hammer at the Silverstone Classic
There’s just two weeks to go until our two day sale at the world’s biggest historic motor racing festival begins.
We’ve brought together one of our finest ever catalogues, offering some incredibly exciting and unique classic cars. You can view the full lot list here.
It’s not just cars that will be going under the hammer. A collection of historic motorcycles, as well as two amazing fighter planes, could also be yours on July 26th and 27th.
Viewing of the lots will be available on Friday 25th July and on the morning of Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July. On both days the sales begin at 11.30am with automobilia and lifestyle items, followed by motor vehicles at 2.30pm. Lots 101 to 364 will be offered on Saturday with lots 401 to 621 offered on Sunday.
If any of the lots on offer have caught your eye, you can register to bid in person, by phone, online or by leaving a commission bid with us prior to the auction here.
Here are just some of the star lots on offer at Silverstone.
Saturday 26th July1973 Porsche 911S 2.4 Coupe
The 1973 Porsche 911S represented the pinnacle of Porsche’s sportscar program in the early 1970's, bettered only in performance terms by the 2.7RS.
This 911S Coupe is one of the final F series cars and must rank as one of the best available. In 1994 a full restoration by the renowned Greenspeed Autosylists of Essex was undertaken. The fact that this 911S still remains in concours condition is testament to the work some 20 years later.
With such well-documented history that shows a complete line of ownership and maintenance, this beautiful 911S represents the very best of these iconic benchmark cars. With values virtually re-aligning daily, the 911 story continues to make headline news.
Estimate (£): 165,000 - 195,000
Ex- Jackie Stewart/ Jem Marsh 1962 Marcos GT Xylon
This little car is Sir Jackie Stewart's first ever racer. The car came to be driven by Stewart in 1960 when the Scottish racing enthusiast, Barry Filer, was having his race cars prepared by the Stewart family garage and invited a young Jackie to test with him at Oulton Park. Following the test Filer promptly bought 'G128' for the 1961 season which Jackie then drove for him and, as a sign of things to come, promptly went on to win four sports car races.
The current vendor came into possession of the historic racer following his purchase of the remains of Marcos Sportscars in the 1990s and has had this famous Xylon tucked away in storage since production ceased at the marque's Wiltshire factory.
The car is offered in 'barn find' condition, needing a total restoration and fresh preparation for any potential racing. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of motorsport history.
Estimate (£): 35,000 - 50,000
1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II 4.2 RoadsterJust 775 Series II Roadsters were built in righthand drive configuration and this surely has to be one of the best available.
Beautifully presented in Jet Black with black roof and Cinnamon leather interior, this car shows evidence of a comprehensive restoration, completed some years ago when many new parts were replaced and the body was prepared to a high standard with beautifully executed paintwork. Since 2002, a renowned classic car enthusiast has beautifully maintained this fabulous car in the dry conditions of Italy. The engine is reported to pull strongly as you'd expect from the 4.2 unit, while the gearbox is accurate and tight, propelling the car swiftly when asked.
This superb and desirable convertible Series II E-Type is supplied with a V5C registration document, a current MoT test certificate to December 2014 and an original Jaguar Heritage Certificate and could be yours to enjoy this summer.
Estimate (£): 60,000 - 70,000
Sunday 27th July
1996 Jaguar XJ220Surely this is one of the most iconic supercars of all time? 0-60mph in a brutal 3.5 seconds, the XJ220 was indisputably the fastest road car on the planet at the time.
Manufactured in 1996 and first registered in the UK in May 2001, this left hand drive car was purchased by the current owner three years ago with a total mileage of 3,576 kilometres. The car has now covered only 4,103 kilometres and has been professionally laid up and stored as part of a very significant private collection.
In February 2011 it was sent to the respected Jaguar specialists "Don Law" where it had a new fuel cell fitted and all fuel hoses replaced with stainless steel over braided, along with a full 24 month comprehensive service.
Finished in striking Silverstone green with sand leather interior, this XJ220 is perhaps the finest example on the market today.
Estimate (£): 150,000 - 170,000
1967 Greeves Silverstone Road-Racer
One of only 19 left in existence, this amazing motorcycle first came to public attention in 1964 when it won the Manx Grand Prix, with rider Gordon Keith recording an 87.6mph lap.
Popular with classic racers this machine remains unrestored from its racing life bar a gearbox reconditioning by an ex-Greeves employee.
A truly fabulous historic bike, with fantastic history, could you be the one to ride it away?
Estimate (£): 4,000 - 5,000
2003 Mercedes-Benz 230 SLK Kompressor 6 speedThis very rare six speed manual UK right hand drive car was supplied by Mercedes-Benz UK in 2003 and only used for 129 miles prior to being put in to dry storage. Purchased late last year by our vendor, it was then serviced by the Mercedes-Benz main dealer in Eastbourne and covered just 70 miles whilst being taken for an MOT and service. Therefore the total mileage today is just 190!
Still in its original factory colour of Brilliant Silver with light grey cloth the car remains unrestored and unpainted. Factory options, in addition to the manual 6 speed gearbox, include an 'Audio 10' premium hifi and an unused wind deflector.
Ideal for the serious collector or for someone to enjoy an 'as-new' car today, it is sensibly guided and offers great value classic car ownership with all the modern luxuries and remains yet to be registered.
Estimate (£): 15,000 - 18,000
Classic to sell?
We’re now inviting entries into our new sale at Salon Privé on 4th September. To discuss an entry into this very special sale please contact one of our team on +44 (0) 1926 691141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com.
Dates for your diary...
The Silverstone Classic Sale 26th & 27th July 2014The Wing, Silverstone Circuit
The Salon Privé Sale 4th September 2014Syon House, London
NEC Classic Motor Show Sale 15th November 2014The NEC, Birmingham
For further information about buying or selling at any of our forthcoming auctions, please call us on 01926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com.
