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

+ buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) 293 Lot 478 1968 Ford Cortina 1600 GT Mk2 Two-Door •An appealing example of Ford’s celebrated Cortina 1600 GT, combining purposeful sporting character with the unmistakable styling of the much-loved Mk2 •Finished in Candy Apple Red with a rally-style matte black bonnet, complemented by Sports-focused black vinyl bucket seating, three-spoke steering wheel and dashtop-mounted auxiliary instrument binnacle •Powered by the ubiquitous 1,599cc crossflow OHV inline-four engine offering 92bhp, 0-60 in 12.5 seconds and 95mph •Benefiting from a full restoration several years ago, VME 499G remains in excellent order •Recently enhanced with a new carburettor and reported to be driving perfectly •Sitting on a set of new 6J wheels, which complement the car’s purposeful stance and period sporting appearance •Accompanied by its V5C registration document, VME 499G represents an attractive opportunity to acquire a well-presented example of one of Ford’s enduring sporting classics An iconic Mk2 sporting Ford, beautifully presented following restoration and offering the engaging driving experience that made the Cortina GT such a favourite. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 81 / 135 Registration: VME 499G Chassis No.: BA96HK17149 Estimate: £18,000 - £22,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 479 1954 MG TF 1250 Midget •Introduced in September 1953, the MG TF was based on the same chassis and mechanical components as the TD Mark II. The centre section of the body shell remained virtually the same as that of the TD but the most significant change was to adopt a sloping radiator grille that, for the first time, concealed a separate radiator •Initially the car was launched with the faithful 1,250cc XPAG engine that made its debut in the TB Midget back in 1939 •Dating from 1954, this attractive example is finished in MG Red with chrome wire wheels, biscuit/beige interior, new red carpets and beige soft top, side-screens and tonneau •Classic TF dashboard with octagonal instruments, Bakelite switch gear and a sprung wheel •Restored some years ago, the car has remained within the present custodian’s private Collection in recent years •Recent attention has been directed towards the braking system, with the wheel cylinders, brake hoses and master cylinders overhauled as required •Having spent recent years within a private Collection, it would benefit from the usual checks appropriate to a car of this age before returning to regular use •An appealing opportunity for the enthusiast seeking a handsome 1950s MG, ready to be enjoyed and appreciated by its next custodian Restored some years ago, this attractive 1250 TF has spent recent years in a private Collection and continues to present well. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 81 / 135 Registration: NCR 642 Chassis No.: HDC16/5656 Estimate: £14,000 - £16,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 More Details Lot 478 Bid On Lot 478 More Details Lot 479 Bid On Lot 479