The Iconic & Classic Sale at The NEC Classic Motor Show 2025

284 The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 Cars Lot 765 1981 Chevrolet Corvette C3 •This post-1980 facelift T-top with new bonnet, bumpers, spoiler and tail lights was first registered in America in 1981 with title papers showing residence in Connecticut and Pennsylvania for many years •It’s finished in light metallic grey, offset by a red band around its lower mid-section and a dark grey metallic lower portion and sits on the correct set of 15” alloy wheels, which are shod in BF Goodrich Radial T/A tyres. •Factory-fitted equipment includes pop-up headlamps, air-conditioning, an AM/FM stereo, electric windows, and two removable glass roof panels •Motivation comes from a 5.7-litre General Motors V8, coupled to a 4-speed manual transmission •Imported to the UK directly from America in 2019 with all duties paid and assigned with registration JWN 115W upon Customs clearance by the DVLA •Accompanied by a history file that contains an original owner’s manual along side numerous invoices detailing its history while in the US including extensive works in 2013/14 plus general service invoices showing amongst other items a new dash wiring harness and an alternator •In good overall useable condition that could quite easily be improved upon if required depending upon your requirements and expectations •Has formed part of a private collection of late with little or no use so an element of recommissioning may be required An excellent example of a post-1980 facelift C3 T-Top that’s benefitted from substantial work in the US prior to being UK-registered in 2019. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 80 / 135 Registration: JWN 115W Chassis No.: 1G1AY8768BS407604 Estimate: £10,000 - £12,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 Lot 766 1964 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop •Imported by our vendor in 2021, the vehicle has been subject to a five year restoration including a bare-metal respray, new rear quarter panels, rocker ends and floor panels, with paintwork completed by Smithy’s Body and Paint. Extensive recent servicing by Rocketville Classic Cars & Vintage Ltd and Cartune UK includes full fluid changes, new ignition components, rebuilt systems, and detailed under body protection •Finished in its original Patrician Green over a Light Turquoise vinyl- trimmed interior, complemented by teal-coloured carpets and chrome detailing. It rides on 15” steel wheels with chrome ‘roulette’ hubcaps and Vitour Galaxy whitewall tyres •Powered by a naturally aspirated 390 cu in (6.4-litre) V8 paired to a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission, delivering smooth power to the rear wheels •Fitted with a custom-made Pipecraft dual-exit exhaust system and period correct teal carpets, with the front seats retrimmed in new foam and OEM-spec vinyl. The power steering pump has been rebuilt and new shock absorbers, wiring and lighting installed •Supplied with a spare wheel, original jack, Ford Division Bill of Sale dated 1963, the original build sheet, Ford parts catalogue, 1964 shop manual, full import documents, restoration invoices and over 900 photographs •A well sorted, elegant American cruiser ready for immediate enjoyment A beautifully restored fourth generation Thunderbird in its original Patrician Green, with a comprehensive five year restoration and extensive supporting history file. Seller Rating: ««««¶ Score 105 / 135 Registration: CCN 705B Chassis No.: 4Y83Z112375 Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000 Specialist: Stacey Williams Telephone No: 07472 250306 More Details Lot 765 Bid On Lot 765 More Details Lot 766 Bid On Lot 766