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

+ buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) 305 Lot 501 1997 Rover Metro 1.4 Cabriolet •The1997 Rover Metro 1.4 Cabriolet (often officially badged as the Rover 114 Cabriolet following the late-1994 range rebranding) represents the final production year of one of the rarest and most unique iterations of Rover’s classic small car •Only around 400 to 500 right-hand drive units were ever registered for the UK market with only a handful believed to remain on UK roads •Powered by 1,396cc (1.4L) inline-four K-Series engine producing 73–75 bhp with a five-speed manual transmission driving the front wheels •Finished in Quicksilver Metallic with Granite Grey Velour complemented by alloy wheels •The powered electric roof is fully lined and features a zipped-in plastic rear window, it also has the optional electric windows •This desirable example has covered just 11,562 miles from new, making it an intriguing find for the marque enthusiast •Benefiting from just one previous UK owner, its limited ownership history enhances the appeal •Accompanied by its original literature pack, providing a welcome link to its original life and specification •A rare and appealing addition to any Rover collection, offering an opportunity to acquire a little-seen cabriolet with exceptionally modest mileage An exceptionally low-mileage example of Rover’s rare open-top Metro, showing just 11,562 miles from new. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 89 / 135 Registration: P480 LTH Chassis No.: SAXXPKBWDBD103850 Estimate: £7,000 - £8,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 502 1929 Austin Seven Chummy Tourer (AD) •The Austin Seven helped bring motoring to the masses, and the Chummy remains one of its most recognisable and characterful derivatives •The name Chummy arose from the intimate, cosy proximity of its passengers, given that the car’s interior width was a mere three feet •It originally debuted with a 696cc side-valve, four-cylinder engine, which was quickly upscaled to 747cc (producing roughly 10.5hp) for the vast majority of its production run •By 1929, the radiator grille was heightened, coil ignition replaced the magneto setup, and wider doors were introduced •First registered in Nottinghamshire in July 1929, this delightful AD Series Austin Seven Chummy is finished in an attractive shade of Oxford Blue and retains a pleasing patina that reflects its age and long motoring life •Particularly appealing is its ownership history, with just two owners since 1968, adding considerable interest to this charming vintage car •Its honest presentation and period appeal make it an attractive choice for an enthusiast seeking vintage enjoyment rather than concours perfection •Simple, engaging and full of personality, an accessible introduction to vintage motoring, with charm aplenty Charismatic little AD Series Seven from 1929, just two owners in the last 58 years and ready to provide further memorable miles. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 69 / 135 Registration: VO 2099 Chassis No.: A95237/92570 Estimate: £7,000 - £9,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 More Details Lot 501 Bid On Lot 501 More Details Lot 502 Bid On Lot 502