The Iconic & Classic Sale at The NEC Classic Motor Show 2025
298 The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 Cars Lot 793 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series I.5 4.2-Litre 2+2 Coupé Project •The Jaguar E-Type Series I.5 2+2 was introduced in 1966, combining the model’s legendary performance with added comfort and space. This late 1967 example, supplied new by Henly’s of Manchester, features the open headlights, reclining seats and revised dashboard typical of the unofficial ‘Series I.5’ •Originally finished in Opalescent Silver Blue, it was repainted red during its earlier restoration and fitted with flared wheel arches front and rear, giving the car a look reminiscent of the later Series 3 V12 •Powered by the 4.2-litre straight-six engine paired with an automatic gearbox, the E-Type 2+2 offered smooth performance and grand touring capability, making it the preferred long-distance choice within the range •Supplied new to a UK-based oil industry executive who exported it to the Middle East before returning with the car in 1979. It then passed to its second and third owners in Wales, the latter acquiring it in 1984 with 58,600 miles. Now showing 72,200 miles, believed to be genuine •Restored during the second owner’s tenure by Ken Hall Vintage of Stoke-on-Trent and maintained over the years by long-term enthusiast owners •Partially converted from 2+2 to Coupé configuration by a later owner before the project stalled, and now forming part of a private collection, this E-Type is offered as a worthwhile restoration project and is available without reserve A UK-supplied Series I.5 2+2, stalled restoration offered as an unfinished project without reserve. Seller Rating: «¶¶¶¶ Score 27 / 135 Registration: ETE 568F Chassis No.: 1E51065BW Estimate: £8,000 - £12,000 Offered Without Reserve Specialist: Rob Hubbard Telephone No: 07775 511825 Lot 794 1958 MG A Twin Cam Roadster - The First Production MG A Twin-Cam •The Factory Demonstrator and first production MG A Twin-Cam which was put through its paces by Wilson McComb, journalist and MG aficionado, for the first 12 months of its life •Appeared in period in numerous magazines and most importantly Autocar who road-tested and reported on the MG in July 1958 stating ‘this car maintains the MG tradition of good looks coupled with a very fine performance’ •Offered fresh to market from 40 years long-term ownership by Roy McCarthy, well known MGOC member and MG racer •Has remained in long term storage within Roy’s MG collection for many years and will now require in-depth recommissioning prior to returning to the road •Is up and running but has not been road-registered for a significant amount of time and as such would make the ideal restoration project or with a comprehensive mechanical overhaul could be used as is •An historically important MG A open two-seater that deserves your early inspection which we welcome and encourage to fully appreciate the rare opportunity on offer This historically important MG A Twin-Cam, PMO 326, was the first production Twin-Cam and the Factory Demonstrator. Fresh to market from 40 years ownership, an ideal restoration project. Seller Rating: ««¶¶¶ Score 65 / 135 Registration: PMO 326 Chassis No.: YDi-501 Estimate: £30,000 - £40,000 Specialist: Charles Smalley Telephone No: 07421 007866 More Details Lot 793 Bid On Lot 793 More Details Lot 794 Bid On Lot 794
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