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

290 The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2026 Cars Lot 472 1953 Citroën HY Van •Rare early-production 1953 Citroën HY Van, representing a distinctive piece of French commercial motoring history •We’re informed that it was originally purchased by a beer company for local deliveries, providing a fascinating link to its working past •Retains its original period signwriting, a wonderfully evocative feature that adds character and provenance •After completing its delivery duties, the van was retired to a company garage and repurposed as an oil store, helping preserve its remarkable originality •Reportedly covering only a few thousand kilometres during its working life before being stored away, it remains in remarkably well-preserved condition having benefitted from a coat of lacquer •It does start but hasn’t been driven on the roads for decade and is not currently UK-registered but is on a NOVA •This charismatic and increasingly collectable classic offers a rare opportunity to acquire an early Citroën HY with genuine commercial heritage and an abundance of original character An early-production Citroën HY van with an intriguing working history, retaining its original brewery signwriting and offering a glimpse into France’s distinctive commercial vehicle heritage. Seller Rating: ««¶¶¶ Score 53 / 135 Registration: NOVA Chassis No.: 106786 Estimate: £15,000 - £20,000 Specialist: Harry Whale Telephone No: 07919 887374 Lot 473 1958 DKW Schnellaster Pickup •Renowned for its motorcycles, compact cars and two-stroke engineering, DKW joined Audi, Horch and Wanderer to form Auto Union in 1932. Each marque contributed one of the four rings still worn by Audi today, with the Audi name returning to prominence as DKW production ended in the mid-1960s •Introduced in 1949, the Schnellaster helped restart Auto Union vehicle production after the war and became the first vehicle manufactured by the company in Ingolstadt. These characterful commercials played their part in getting businesses moving again, making surviving examples an engaging piece of motoring history •An exceptionally unusual find in right-hand drive pickup form, this example was restored in South Africa before coming to the UK. Finished in beige with contrasting black wings, it features a matching three-person bench seat, black carpets and a load bed with drop- down sides •Powered by a characterful three-cylinder two-stroke engine, coupled to a four-speed manual gearbox with column-mounted change. Recently attended to by respected UK two-stroke specialist Tim Bishop, it is reported to start, run and drive well •Presenting an appealing opportunity for a classic commercial collector or enthusiast seeking something rather different, this Schnellaster is possibly the only pickup of its type in the UK. Accompanied by its NOVA Certificate and awaiting UK registration if staying in the UK A real treat for enthusiasts of unusual classics, this rare right-hand drive DKW Schnellaster pickup combines distinctive styling, two- stroke character and a fascinating connection to the origins of Audi. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 78 / 135 Registration: NOT UK REGISTERED Chassis No.: 23522404 Estimate: £10,000 - £15,000 Specialist: Gary Dunne Telephone No: 07740 946796 More Details Lot 472 Bid On Lot 472 More Details Lot 473 Bid On Lot 473