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

315 + buyer’s premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) Lot 827 1979 Austin Morris Mini 1275 GT •Introduced in 1969 to replace the Cooper S, the Mini 1275 GT featured a sportier specification, square-front styling and stronger performance aimed at bringing the classic Mini into the 1970s •First registered in 1979, the vehicle was owned by a friend of the current owner, used until 1984 when it was placed in a carpeted garage as the family grew. It then remained there until his passing •Purchased by its current vendor in 2019, it was fitted with new ignition components, was run and checked over before being placed back into a private collection until now •Well preserved, it has covered just 38,931 miles, with a stamped service book to 1980 and the final Tax Disc expiring in June 1984 •Finished in black with gold Mini 1275 GT side-stripe decals over a grey and black stripe patterned interior, sitting on 12” wheels and displaying fine period detailing throughout •Powered by a 1,275cc inline-four engine producing around 59bhp, driving the front wheels through a 4-speed manual gearbox •Supplied with its original Mini 1275 GT handbook, Passport to Service and period invoices •This rare survivor represents an exciting opportunity for the collector or enthusiast seeking a remarkably original unrestored late 1275 GT A time-warp 1275 GT showing just 38,931 miles, finished in black with gold decals and offered from storage since 1984. Seller Rating: «««¶¶ Score 83 / 135 Registration: DVO 761T Chassis No.: XE2D2627483A Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000 Specialist: Stacey Williams Telephone No: 07472 250306 Lot 828 1990 BMW 325i Alpina 3 Styling Pack (E30) •Based on BMW’s celebrated E30 3-Series platform, available with Alpina 3 styling packs or as an Alpina C2 which combined precision German engineering with Alpina’s bespoke performance and styling enhancements, making it one of the most desirable performance saloons of its era •Supplied new by Sytner Nottingham in 1990, one of only two UK dealers authorised to carry out the conversions. In a private collection since 2021, the car was retained by its previous keeper for almost 30 years before recommissioning and a full service in 2021 by the current owner •Finished in Brilliant Red, with an M-Tech 2 body kit, over a grey houndstooth cloth interior and rides on 16” Alpina alloy wheels, presenting a period correct and distinctive appearance •Powered by a 2.5-litre straight-six engine, power is delivered through the rear wheels via a sports switchable automatic gearbox •Specification includes a unique Alpina-branded instrument cluster, 3-spoke leather steering wheel, Alpina badges and gear knob, electric sunroof, air-conditioning, electric windows, door mirrors and a heated rear screen. An Alpina Specialist who inspected the car has verified that it features genuine Alpina accessories forming part of the Alpina 3 styling pack, along with Alpina top mounts •Showing just under 72,000 miles, it’s accompanied by its stamped service book documenting both early and most recent maintenance Supplied new by Sytner Nottingham, this rare UK-supplied BMW 325i Alpina 3 presents beautifully in Brilliant Red over grey houndstooth cloth with long term ownership history. Seller Rating: ««««¶ Score 104 / 135 Registration: H547 CBE Chassis No.: WBAAA22030EG28065 Estimate: £22,000 - £26,000 Specialist: Stacey Williams Telephone No: 07472 250306 More Details Lot 827 Bid On Lot 827 More Details Lot 828 Bid On Lot 828