The Iconic & Classic Sales at Silverstone Festival 22nd-24th August 2025

258 The Classic Sale at Silverstone Festival 2025 Cars Lot 653 1990 BMW 325i (E30) •The highly successful BMW E30 has now become a true collector’s car, offered in two-door and four-door, convertible and touring models, it ticked all the boxes •This four-door saloon features the desirable 2.5-litre six-cylinder engine, driving via an automatic gearbox to the rear wheels •A five previous owner example, it was recorded as a Category ‘C’ insurance loss in 2009, the then owner buying back from the insurers and fixing the damage •Works over the years included a full respray, as well as being well maintained, backed up with its original service book and lots of invoices •Purchased by Ant for the Born Mechanic show, the BMW has been treated to a full service including gearbox oil and filter, new cambelt, ECU faults rectified, 35mm lowering springs fitted and a unique M Sport-inspired wrap applied •A great opportunity to buy a classic 1990s BMW that is ready to use and enjoy To be featured in Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic , this iconic 1990s BMW has benefited from much recent work. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 84 / 135 Registration: H191 XYT Chassis No.: WBAAD22090AF66153 Estimate: £3,000 - £5,000 No reserve Specialist: Rob Hubbard Telephone No: 07775 511825 Lot 654 1972 Ford Capri Mk1 1.6 GT XLR •Powered by its 1,600cc, naturally aspirated, four-cylinder inline longitudinal front engine, producing c.88bhp when new, coupled to a 4-speed manual gearbox •The XLR trim spec included Rostyle wheels, 6-dial dash, centre console, clock and extra chrome •This well maintained example was purchased by Ant as a prime example to improve for his TV programme, Born Mechanic •Recent full respray in original Signal Orange, the body was amazingly solid. Complemented by re-chromed bumpers •The interior is largely original sporting a delightful patina, with the front seats being retrimmed in the correct material •New front suspension arms and bushes have been fitted along with steering rack bushes and steering coupling. Wheels have been replaced with new RS 4-spoke alloys really setting the car off (original Rostyle wheels come with the car) •A golden opportunity to acquire a buy this very rare first-generation 1.6 GT XLR recently restored with TV provenance To be featured in Ant Anstead: Born Mechanic , this bright XLR is ready for a new custodian and is offered without reserve. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 87 / 135 Registration: NTD 822K Chassis No.: BBECMB35494 Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000 No reserve Specialist: Rob Hubbard Telephone No: 07775 511825 The Born Mechanic Collection The Born Mechanic Collection More Details Lot 653 Bid On Lot 653 More Details Lot 654 Bid On Lot 654