THE ICONIC & CLASSIC SALES AT NEC 14th & 15th November 2026

+ buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) 133 First registered in the UK on 29th October 1960, this splendid, right-hand drive, matching numbers HK500 (Chassis #HKBD2, body number 588 and engine number TY7.31570) is fitted with the four-speed Pont-à-Mousson manual gearbox and the higher-output specification 6.3-litre V8 with twin four-barrel Carter carburettors, producing a quoted 390CV (384bhp). The car was initially used for promotional purposes before being purchased by entertainer, singer and actor Dave King, one of Britain’s best-known television personalities during the 1950s, and its connection with him continued onto the big screen when the car appeared near the beginning of the 1962 comedy Go to Blazes , which starred King alongside Robert Morley, Maggie Smith and Dennis Price. Further celebrity includes a feature in Fred Hobbs’ book, A Life With HWM , and a believed appearance on the front cover of the November 1960 edition of Man About Town. Subsequent ownership history is pleasingly well documented. Gordon Shunder Davis acquired the Facel in 1964, followed in 1965 by Des Deeprose, co-owner of motorcycle specialists Deeprose Bros. of Catford. Patrick Dermot Maloney of Guildford and latterly The Green, Brompton-By-Sawdon, purchased it in 1967 and retained the car until 1995. Patrick Dermot Maloney was the late husband of Alison Rose Cayley, a direct descendant of Sir George Cayley, the globally recognised Father of Aviation. Our vendor purchased the HK500 directly from Mr Maloney in 1995, but was persuaded to sell it in 1998, soon regretting the decision and was fortunate enough to buy it back in 2001. Consequently, the Facel has been in his ownership for a combined total of some 28 years. Originally registered 1 PPE, the registration was removed during Mr Maloney’s ownership in the 1980s and the car is now registered KSJ 428. The current V5C records just two former registered keepers. Finished in Peony Red with grey leather piped in red, the HK500 presents particularly well externally, complemented by excellent chrome and stainless steel brightwork. The boot area remains notably original and houses the original complete tool kit, jack and handle. Our vendor has deliberately chosen to preserve the interior rather than restore it, and pleasingly it displays the patina expected after more than six decades, with some deterioration to the original carpets. He reports that the engine maintains good oil pressure and temperature, whilst noting that the clock and electric windows are currently inoperative. During his long-term ownership, the HK500 has been kept in a dehumidified garage and used only occasionally, with the engine oil, filter and antifreeze changed periodically. The history file adds considerably to the appeal, containing a copy of the original ‘buff’ logbook, MOT certificates dating back to 1967, service invoices from the 1970s and 1980s, the owner’s manual and a period sales brochure. Showing just over 64,000 miles, this matching-numbers, manual gearbox, 6.3-litre HK500 combines one of the most desirable Facel Vega specifications with long-term ownership, known history and particularly interesting early provenance. The current MOT is valid until September 2027, issued with no advisories. Sensibly estimated, we encourage your inspection of this rare and charismatic Facel Vega at our NEC Classic Motor Show Sale. A UK-supplied, right-hand drive, matching numbers, manual gearbox, 6.3-Litre V8 HK500 indicating just 64,000 miles. From 28 years total ownership by our vendor and accompanied by an unusually interesting history, including early celebrity ownership . Registration: KSJ 428 Chassis No.: HKBD2 Estimate: £50,000 - £60,000 Specialist: Richard Greenhalgh Telephone No: 07948 152921 Lot 201 1960 Facel Vega HK500 More Details Lot 201 Bid On Lot 201