Wednesday, 31 October 2018

1969 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SE CABRIOLET - Daniel Schmitt & Co. Classic Car Gallery 3455 N. LINDBERGH BLVD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63074

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Daniel Schmitt &Co. Classic Car Gallery

3455 N. LINDBERGH BLVD, ST. LOUIS, MO 63074

TELEPHONE: (314)291-7000

FAX: (314)291-0957 EMAIL: INFO@SCHMITT.COM

1969 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SE CABRIOLET

Mercedes-Benz’s elegant Paul Bracq-designed W111 made its debut in 1959 and was produced, in its many variations, through 1971. Among the most desirable variations were the two-door models—the 280 SE Cabriolet and Coupe—which were expensive, virtually hand-built automobiles hailing from the great tradition of German craftsmanship. The acres of wood trim throughout the interior were all genuine solid hardwood, accented by the gentle use of brightwork. The upholstery was thick and comfortable, and both the ride quality and handling were (and continue to be) superb. Unsurprisingly, these cars rapidly became favorites of international socialites and celebrities, and they were frequently seen cruising in all of the world’s most posh destinations. Just less than 1,400 280SE Cabriolets were assembled from 1968-1971. Their rarity, performance, handling, craftsmanship are all blended perfectly into a design that has become iconic. It is no wonder why the 280SE has become one of the most recognized classic Mercedes-Benz models sought after by collectors today.

The 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet featured here is finished in stunning Moss Green with a new Cognac leather interior and a brown convertible top. This 280SE was previously owned by the same family for over 30 years and was originally from Southern California. The data card copy on file confirms that this example is still propelled by its numbers matching engine and automatic transmission while the odometer displays only 85,167 miles. Nearly $200,000 was invested, which resulted in a 17-month restoration that included an all-new leather interior, fresh chrome, and bright work, a gorgeous paint job in factory correct Moss Green, vibrant refinished woodwork and much more! Simply put, this 280SE Cabriolet is one of the best-restored examples that can be found on the market today. We are proud to offer this gorgeous example to the most astute collector, investor or enthusiast who appreciates the legendary status of the Mercedes-Benz 280SE. Classic cars have proven to be among the most resilient and rewarding investments in recent years with the Historic Automobile Group Index (HAGI) jumping 39% in 2013, 16% in 2014 and 17% in 2015 while posting gains of 467% over the last 10 years. Ready to make an investment you can actually enjoy? Please contact one of our expert sales consultants for more information. They will be happy to give you a complete walk-around, supply you with a more detailed description, and answer any questions you may have. Buy with confidence.

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Tuesday, 30 October 2018

1979 MASERATI MERAK SS - Bell Classics Ltd Hill View, AL3 8QE

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Bell Classics Ltd
Hill View, AL3 8QE

Email: info@bellclassics.co.uk

Mon-Fri: 8.30 - 5.30
Sat: by appointment
Sun: by appointment

1979 MASERATI MERAK SS

Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the Maserati Merak was launched at the Paris Motor Show in 1972. Sharing much with the more powerful, more luxurious, 4.7-litre V8 Maserati Bora released the previous year, the Bora Junior was aimed very much at the Lamborghini Urraco / Ferrari 308/GT4 market. Virtually identical to the Maserati Bora from the nose to the B-pillars, the Maserati Merak used an all-steel monocoque and was powered by a remarkably compact, mid-mounted, 3.0-litre 12-valve, DOHC V6 engine mated to a 5-speed gearbox-transaxle unit that allowed rear seats albeit very small rear seats to be accommodated.

In March 1975, the Maserati Merak SS was introduced at the Geneva Motor show, this evolution model going into production the following year. The new model was 50 kg lighter and 30 bhp more powerful, thanks to the use of larger Weber 44DCNF carburettors and a higher compression ratio, and brought a variety of mechanical improvements and styling changes.

Produced between 1972 and 1983, 1,850 Maserati Meraks were produced, 970 of them being the Maserati Merak SS, of which 592 share the same EU, square dashboard specification as our car.

A lovely, very original, low-mileage 2+2 sports coupé that's in superb condition. Finished in Rosso Red with a black leather interior, the car has been part of a private collection and seen little use over the last thirty years. With a mileage of just under 43,000 miles, the car comes complete with a recent certificate of authenticity from Maserati Classiche.

This is a left-hand drive, EU-specification Maserati Merak SS, with a square dashboard; Imported by Auto-König of Munich, the car was sold and delivered to Herr Peter Achter on 25 July 1979. In the mid-eighties, the car was sold to a collector in Austria; it remaining in his collection, largely unused, for the next thirty years.

In superb condition for an unrestored car, we've carried out a full service and recommissioned it; overhauling the hydraulic system, rebuilding the rear brake calipers, auditing the electrical system and registering it in the UK.

If you'd like more information or would like to arrange a visit to discuss its possible future with you, please contact us.

Call 01582 857940

SOURCE: http://bellclassics.co.uk/sales/1979-maserati-merak-ss-lhd-1810/

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2010 BUGATTI VEYRON - TOM HARTLEY JNR Barrat Mill, Shortheath, Moira Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6BL

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TOM HARTLEY JNR

Barrat Mill, Shortheath, Moira

Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6BL

Tel: +44 (0)1283 761119

Email: info@tomhartleyjnr.com

Website: http://www.tomhartleyjnr.com

2010 BUGATTI VEYRON

Chassis No: 795219

A UK car from new, an example we've sold in the past and know very well. Finished in a very elegant colour combination and benefits from the optional Sport-Comfy seats. Complete with its factory accessories, completely documented history and offered with a fresh service and new tyres included in the sale. 1 of only 252 examples ever produced and a car many agree has great future investment potential!

SOURCE: http://www.tomhartleyjnr.com/used/2010/classic/bugatti/2010-classic-bugatti-moira-swadlincote-for-sale-1ufo

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1934 ASTON MARTIN MkII SPECIAL SPORTS SALOON - ECURIE BERTELLI 53 Stilebrook Road, Yardley Road Ind. Estate Olney, Bucks, MK46 5EA,

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ECURIE BERTELLI

53 Stilebrook Road, Yardley Road Ind. Estate

Olney, Bucks, MK46 5EA,

Email info@ecuriebertelli.com

Phone +44 (0) 1234 240024

Fax +44 (0) 1234 240054

Opening Hours: 0830-1630

1934 ASTON MARTIN MkII SPECIAL SPORTS SALOON

£195,000

Introduced in 1934, the Mark II was Aston-Martin’s replacement for the Le Mans model. It sported a new stronger chassis and an improved engine with the counter-balanced crankshaft. Originally available in either short or long wheelbase versions, the shorter version is mechanically virtually identical to the famous Ulster racing car, one of which came 3rd overall at the Le Mans 24 hour race in 1935. A number of MK II cars competed in the period and the competition lineage can be clearly seen in the MK II making it an extremely capable and fast car, suitable for the rally, touring and even racing events. The long chassis version only differs from the short by the length of a foot well for the rear seats thus turning them into very usable cars for 4 people.

Chassis number L4/524/L has a well-known history stretching back to 1936, only two years after it was sold as a new car when it was entered in the RAC Rally by its first owner F A Rhodes, receiving a 2nd Class Award. A copy of the factory record card lists one F Angell of Holcombe Garage, Leeds as the next owner (from 1947) while a notebook records Dr A S W Egerton of Wallasey, Cheshire as the owner from 1955.

Some years later, in the 1970s, this car was one of a pair of Aston-Martins owned by Dr Dudley Heath with sequential chassis numbers, the other Aston Martin was Ulster 'L4/525/U'. Both cars are featured in Michael Bowler's book 'Aston Martin – The Legend'. Dr Heath displayed 'CML 242' at various Concours events, albeit with a redesigned boot enclosing the rear wheel. In 1983 the car featured in Automobile Quarterly (Vol. XXI No.4) and on the poster 'Aston Martin – The Pre-war Years'. A copy of this poster is in the Ecurie Bertelli Archive.

After Victor Gauntlett took over Aston Martin, he acquired 'CML 242' as he had hopes of assembling a collection of every model that the company had made. Soon realizing that this was a hopeless ambition, he donated the car to the Great Ormond Street Hospital Wishing Well Appeal charity auction of 1988 where it failed to sell. Soon after, the Aston was acquired by the current vendor, at which time it had a recorded mileage of around 81,000, believed genuine.

The car was in poor condition; the sunroof had been filled in with plaster, all the windows had had lugs brazed onto them and were screwed into the bodywork, and the stanchions inside the bonnet had been cut down with a hacksaw so that a gravity-feed fuel tank could be installed. The spare wheel had been repositioned inside the car, which gave it a much smoother boot profile but weakened the body, as the main timber had to be cut away to make room. As a result, the door pillars were bulging outwards. There was also a fair amount of rot in the frame.

In 1989, a rebuild of the body and chassis was commenced by Messrs J&B Young. An original body (taken from a saloon that had been cut down to make an Ulster replica) was found; this had all the correct window fittings and a sunroof. Its frame was skinned in aluminium to complete a replacement saloon body, with the spare wheel in its original position and all six windows opening. The rebuild was completed in 1993.

The engine was also in poor condition, registering just 10psi oil pressure at cruising speed, but the car completed several Club tours to Europe in this state, and in 1997 covered 2,000 miles from Vancouver via the Rockies to Monterey, where the owner entered it for the Pebble Beach Concours. It won its class. The engine was then rebuilt. 'CML 242' is still used occasionally, and in April this year successfully completed a three-day tour of Devon.

Available to view and test at the Ecurie Bertelli purpose-built showroom and restoration facility. Please contact Andy Bell or Robert Blakemore for more details.

SOURCE: http://www.ecuriebertelli.com/viewcar.pl?carID=50

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