The Classic Sale at the Warwickshire Event Centre 2024

46 The Classic Sale at the Warwickshire Event Centre 2024 Cars iconicauctioneers.com •With the introduction of the 401, Bristol began to move away from the pre-war design the company had inherited from BMW •Carrozzeria Touring provided the Superleggera method of body construction that overlaid alloy panels on a lightweight tubular steel framework, while the low-drag shape was achieved after hours of experimentation in Bristol’s wind tunnel • The 401 continued to use its predecessor’s running gear and BMW-based 2-litre six-cylinder engine with its ingeniously arranged, pushrod-operated inclined valves •Only 611 of these exclusive cars found customers between 1948 and 1953 •On offer from 35 years ownership, this example is finished in Bristol Light Maroon with a Magnolia interior •Stored for some time with a degree of recommissioning now required • Presently starts and runs but has not ventured onto the highway for several years •With some mechanical refreshment, this notable Bristol could be used and enjoyed as is or, with a more extensive overhaul, could yield some very pleasing results On offer from long term ownership, this 401 starts and runs but is in need of a degree of recommissioning to return it to the road. Seller Rating: 62 / 135 ««¶¶¶ Registration: CSU 900 Chassis No.: 4011028 Estimate: £15,000 - £18,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 976 1951 Bristol 401 • Introduced in 1983, the high performance XR4i utilised the same 2.8-litre Cologne V6 and 5-speed gearbox as the Capri 2.8 Injection fitted in a restyled version of the three-door Sierra bodyshell • The double rear spoiler and multi-pillared rear windows were considered over-styled by some prospective buyers •With the passing of time however, these now rare cars are becoming increasingly sought after • First registered in 1984, this example has had just three previous keepers and has undergone a previous full restoration •Superbly presented in Diamond White over light grey velour trim with red piping around dash inserts and centre console, it sits on 14” ‘pepper pot’ alloys • Part of a private Collection for the past five years with minimal use so may require some recommissioning before regular use •Supplied with its original handbooks, extensive history and a photo album detailing the restoration • ’A sporting saloon for all seasons’ Auto Express said in the day and this stunning example is offered at a very attractive guide Superbly restored a few years ago, this rare XR4i continues to present well and is one of the best we have seen. Seller Rating: 108 / 135 ««««¶ Registration: B544 STA Chassis No.: WF0BXXGBBBDM83138 Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000 Specialist: Stacey Williams Telephone No: 07472 250306 Lot 977 1984 Ford Sierra XR4i More Details Lot 976 Bid On Lot 976 More Details Lot 977 Bid On Lot 977