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

206 The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2026 Cars Lot 313 1950 Daimler DB18 2½-Litre Foursome Drophead Coupé •An elegant and rare four-seater drophead coupé, powered by Daimler’s smooth 2½-litre straight-six OHV engine •Introduced in 1938, the DB18 combined refined performance with Daimler’s renowned engineering quality and build standards •Equipped with the desirable four-speed pre-selector transmission and fluid flywheel, recently professionally refurbished •The subject of an older restoration and subsequently re-registered with the DVLA in 1979, suggesting considerable history •Finished in Light Grey Blue over Dark Blue with blue upholstery; front seats nicely retrimmed, with the rears believed to be original •Recently recommissioned following dry storage, including a gearbox overhaul and brake adjustment; engine starts readily, runs smoothly and revs freely •The three-position hood operates correctly, although it is currently not watertight; an opportunity to further smarten an already appealing example •This charming coachbuilt Daimler is presented ready for further enjoyment and development •Your inspection is welcomed and encouraged to fully appreciate the opportunity on offer Rare four-seater Drophead Coupé with Tickford-style coachwork and recent recommissioning. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 78 / 135 Registration: LTB 420 Chassis No.: DB18-53520 Estimate: £7,000 - £10,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 314 1995 Bentley Brooklands (96 M/Y) •The 1995 Bentley Brooklands specified for the 1996 model year represents the most significant update to this full-size luxury British saloon during its initial production run •This specific model year bridge is rare - with only 194 right-hand drive examples ever produced •It introduced major cosmetic and mechanical changes including body-coloured wrap-around bumpers, 16-inch alloy wheels and updated interior •Powered by Bentley’s renowned 6,750cc naturally aspirated V8, now offering 248bhp, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission •Finished in the particularly elegant combination of Georgian Silver with Oxblood leather upholstery •Showing approximately 87,000 miles, with just 400 miles covered since its most recent service in May 2025 •Circa £5,000 spent over the last 1,000 miles (no supporting documentation), with the car described as notably well cared for and driving well •Previously supplied by marque specialist Balmoral and retaining a Bentley Drivers’ Club windscreen sticker; reassuring online MOT history •Supplied with its V5C, history file and an MOT valid until April 2027 Built in late 1995, this is a rare 1996 model year Brooklands with just 194 examples built in right-hand drive. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 94 / 135 Registration: N731 MFR Chassis No.: SCBZE12C8TCH57453 Estimate: £8,000 - £10,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 More Details Lot 313 Bid On Lot 313 More Details Lot 314 Bid On Lot 314