THE CLASSIC SALE 22nd & 23rd MARCH 2025

82 The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025 iconicauctioneers.com •Unveiled in August 1973, the Series 3 differed from earlier cars with the arrival of four twin-choke downdraft Weber carburettors which replaced the previous Bosch fuel-injection system • To accommodate this new arrangement, the bonnet sported a distinctive bulge that continued to the trailing edge and a lip adjacent to the boot replaced extractor louvers behind the rear window • Purchased by our vendor in 1997, this Winchester Blue Series 3 was in regular use between here and his villa in Marbella • The Aston’s history file contains receipts for works over the years, old MOTs and an owner’s manual •Unused for some years, it benefited from a brake service in 2024 by Pilgrim Motorsport • It’s currently running and driving, but will need some recommissioning prior to returning to active use •An honest car, largely original condition and showing just some 50,580 miles from new From 28 years ownership, this recent garage find V8 is running and driving - an ideal entry into the wonderful world of Aston Martin. Seller Rating: 81 / 135 «««¶¶ Registration: GGU 367N Chassis No.: V811153RCA Estimate: £25,000 - £30,000 Specialist: Rob Hubbard Telephone No: 07775 511825 Lot 230 1974 Aston Martin V8 Series 3 - Garage Find •Volvo introduced its final P1800 variant, the 1800ES, in 1972 as a two-door coupé-estate with a frameless, all-glass tailgate and a rear backrest that folded down to create a long flat loading area • It was powered by a 1,986cc OHV four-cylinder with Bosch fuel-injection offering 124bhp at 6,000rpm mated to a 4-speed manual box with overdrive •Dating from 1972, this smart example has been subject to a recent bare-metal restoration and superbly refinished in California White • The original tan hide interior was in very good condition so was reinstated •Detailed engine bay with alloy radiator. Fitted with period correct alloy wheels wearing new 195/65 R 15 tyres • The ‘ES’ was one of the world’s first ‘Lifestyle Estates’ (followed by Reliant’s GTE and ultimately by BMW’s 3-Series Touring). These distinctive, practical and rare Swedish sports tourers still look fantastic today and with Volvo’s proven reputation for reliability, make really cool classics that stand out from the crowd A rare and stylish practical classic that has benefitted from much recent care and expense. Seller Rating: 88 / 135 «««¶¶ Registration: HTU 7K Chassis No.: 2679 Estimate: £20,000 - £24,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 231 1972 Volvo P1800 ES More Details Lot 230 Bid On Lot 230 More Details Lot 231 Bid On Lot 231