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Collectors' Motor Cars, Motorcycles and Automobilia — Bonhams & Goodman (No longer trading)

Auction House:Bonhams & Goodman (No longer trading)Number of lots recorded:57
Sale Title:Collectors' Motor Cars, Motorcycles and AutomobiliaLots with images:18
Auction Location:MelbournePrices available:23
Date:25-Mar-2007
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The right to display NSW '2565' original number
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MGB Roadster Chassis no: YGHN35187 engine no: 18GBRUH90454 Reg:UKG-060 (NSW) Expires: 01/8/2007, the MGB was developed from the MGA, used chassis-less construction for the first time and a robust 1800 cc engine. Introduced in 1962, it proved outstandingly popular, being simple to maintain and with pleasant handling qualities. This example, in Sandown red with chrome wire wheels, and the desirable four speed manual gearbox with overdrive, was the property of an enthusiast now deceased, and remains in…
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1971 Fiat 850 Sport Chassis no: 2092265 engine no: 341241 Reg: UGW-577 (WA)in the post-war period Fiat was one of several manufacturers who embraced the rearenginedlayout for their small cars. Continuing on from the vastly popular 600, Fiatlaunched the 850 in 1964, and several more sporting variants followed, the ultimate ofthese coupes was the 850 Sport, announced in 1968
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c. 1981 Audi Quattro Turbo Rally Specification Chassis No: WAUZZZ85ZBA9000498 Engine No: WR007773 Reg:URQ-81(Vic) Expires: 26/03/07'There is no doubt that Audi have a winner in the Quattro, and one must alsothank Audi for showing us all the way ahead. . the super cars have arrived ininternational Rallying. . ' Autosport, January 1982. The 5-cylinder four-wheel drive turbo charged Audi Quattro was a technical tour de force which erupted onto both the international high performance road car market and the…
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c1969 TD2 YAMAHA 250cc Racing Motorcycle Frame No: TD2-900208 Engine No: DS6 900208 Reg: UnregisteredYamaha have produced a great variety of motorcycles over the years from 49 to 1101cc with one, two, three and four cylinders and are nowa household name. However, with 5 speeds and two cylinder two stroke engines, these TD2 Yamahas really put Japan on the map within motorcyle racing and arguably started the Japanese assault on international racing that continues today with the likes of Yamaha, Honda and…
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Triumph TR4 Chassis no: CT 22578 O engine no: CT 22125 E Reg:YDU-12C (ACT) Expires 13/04/2007The first step in the TRs transition from rugged sports car to something more refined, the TR4 was introduced in 1961, Michelotti's new bodyshell brought the styling up to date while beneath the skin there area number of changes
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MG SA sports saloon Chassis no: SA 2551 engine no: QPHG 2835 Reg: club Reg (VIC) (N. T.)the reputation of MG cars has been built around sports car performance,attractive styling, excellent factory and dealer support combined withaffordability and practicality. Although the SA model, introduced in 1936,moved a little away from MG's conventional image, offering an altogether arger touring car, they still maintained the aformentioned sporting performance and attractive styling
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c. 1956 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk11 Chassis No: AM3001243 Engine No: VB6J864 Reg: 8FS-000 (WA)The need to widen the appeal of the already successful DB2 resulted in the launch in October 1953 of the 2+2 DB2/4. Extensive revisions to the car's rear end arrangements made room for two occasional seats and more luggage, the latter being accessed by a hatchback rear door - one of this now common features earliest applications.
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Porsche 356B Super 90 Cabriolet Chassis no: 87008 engine no: PO800932 Reg: RNJ-356 (SA) (N. T.) Expired 26/02/2007The penultimate development of the original Porsche designed cars, the356B was unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show in September 1959. Changes included raised bumper overriders, raised headlights and air intakes for brake cooling on each side below the bumper, the 1600cc Super 90 engine with many internal improvements came into production in early1960 which included an enlarged capacity oil…
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c. 1963 Studebaker Avanti R4 Chassis No: 63RQ1464 Engine No: B79R4 Reg: KM-1963 (WA) Concessional (NT)Raymond Loewy is widely recognized as the father of Industrial Design. While his products covered many areas, in the automotive world he is best remembered as a designer for the Studebaker Corporation, having developed several advanced designs for the company. The last of these was Studebaker's final new model, the Avanti.
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c. 1930 Rolls?Royce 40/50 hp Phantom II Landaulette by Hooper & Co Chassis No: 183 GY Engine No: VO 35 Reg: RR-630 (NSW) Expired 2006'For four years the 'New Phantom' reigned supreme and then the 'Phantom II' appeared to alter our ideas of what luxury travel should be. . . writers on motoring matters brought out their choicest superlatives to extol its manifold virtues, which included a maximum speed of 80 mph and a remarkable silence. '
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Chrysler Imperial Crown Limousine Chassis no: C5186367 engine no: C5186367 body: 4DSDCRIM Reg: FDR-451(NSW) Expires: 7/11/2007Produced in very limited numbers, the Chrysler Imperial Crown Limousine featured a very advanced specification that bellied its years which included the new V8 331 cu in hemi engine, disc brakes and overdrive. This 8-seater limousine is luxuriously decked out with red leather interior and is supplied with folding occasional seats to the rear, an electric divider window and…
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1940 Ford V8 Woody Wagon Chassis No: V78230P Engine No: 1A9287F Registered: WOODY-4 (WA)1940 Fords featured a thrusting bonnet and faired-in headlights - using sealed beam units for the first time. The V8 engines provided strong performance, and many were used in motor racing. The more characterful vehicles of the era were the 'Woody Wagons' with their external wooden framework. Barely 1.
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1927 Salmson AL7 Sports Chassis No: 28255AL7 Engine No: 28255 Reg: Unregistered Like a lot of motor engineering companies at the time, the Parisian company Salmson began by making cycle-cars, but unlike a lot of its contemporaries the company was destined for far greater success. What would put the company on the map was the introduction of its novel twin overhead camshaftengines, first tested in 1921.
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Ford Falcon GthO Phase III Chassis no: JG33LL80782Sido no: 056999 Reg: Unregistered, the XR Falcon released in September 1966, was the first Falcon to have a V8 engine option the 289 cu. In which developed 200 bhp at 4,400 rpm and some months later the GT version was introduced. It had a stunning effect on its competitors, and some road safety organisations even called for it to be banned
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The ex-Bert Needham, Bathurst Class-Winning 1964 Studebaker Commander R4 Chassis No: C505830 Engine No: R 3847 Reg: KM-1950 (WA) Concessional Studebaker had an excellent reputation in Australia for making solid, but powerful compact cars. In the early 1960s their Lark and Cruiser models became popular among racers, being relatively small cars fitted with powerful V8 engines. For this reason several Police forces in Australia also ran these models.
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1988 Daimler DS420 Limousine Chassis No: SAJDWATL3AA201214 Engine No: 775945 Reg: Unregistered One of England's most successful and stately limousines was the DS420 marketed by Daimler between 1968 and 1992. Very much in the style of its sister models of Jaguar,5000 of these the large limousines were produced. Manufacture was reduced in the later years, so examples such as this 1988 car are very rare in Australia.
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c. 1982 Jaguar sovereign Series III Chassis No:SAJJCALR3CC349316 Engine No:8L84039 Reg: ATI-35W (NSW) Expires: 02/03/2008Launched to much acclaim in 1968 the XJ6 refined concepts embodied by previous Jaguar saloons to rival the best offered by Mercedes-Benz. An unique example of the much refined XJ6,this car has had much expenditure out layed on it including anew engine, paintwork and air-conditioning and a Walkinshaw body kit (without the boot spoiler).
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1972 Rolls-Royce Corniche Drophead Coupe Chassis no: DRH 12739 engine no: SYL3888 Reg: 1BFO-212 (WA) Concessional for over two decades, one of the most desirable new cars one could buy was the Rolls-Royce Corniche. Exuding style, elegance and presence, this was a car that attracted the most flamboyant among affluent car buyers. Based on the highly regarded silver Shadow, externally the Corniche shared only the bonnet, while mechanically the cars were virtually identical
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c. 1926 Rolls-Royce 40/50hp Phantom I Chassis No: 102SC Engine No: SI25 Reg: Club Reg (Vic) (N. T. )Records indicate that the long wheelbase chassis of this particular Phantom I was completed in March 1926 and sent to the noted UK coachbuilder 'Salmons' for the fitting of a Landaulette body. The completed car was then shipped to Sydney and delivered by Dalgety & Co the main agents of Rolls-Royce at the time.
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1987 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit Saloon Chassis No: SCAZS0003HCH21497 Engine No: 61543L4101/8 Reg: 1B0M-188 (WA)The success of the Silver Shadow meant that Rolls-Royce had a considerable task in developing a new car for the 1980s and beyond. The resultant Silver Spirit launched in 1980 continued the sales success the company had been enjoying. The Silver Spirit embodied the luxury, ease of use and supreme build quality that Rolls-Royce buyers had long enjoyed and added comfort features, improved on-road…
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1950 Rolls-Royce silver Dawn finished in two-tone silver and grey, with a manual gear box
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Maserati Quattroporte Chassis no: ZAM337B0000350116 engine no: AM578A750225 Reg: BAF-85F (NSW) Expires: 20/04/2007This example of the exclusive Quattroporte was delivered to its original owner, Mr George V. Gillott on the21st April 1999 by Modena concessionaires in Sydney. In emerald green, it has covered less than forty thousand kilometers from new. All original log-books and books etc. Are with the car
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Bentley 3/4 1/2 litre Le Mans replica Chassis no: 911 engine no: RT 909 Reg: club reg (Vic) (N. T.)W. O. Bentley proudly debuted the new 3-litre car bearing his name on stand 126 at the 1919 Olympia motor Exhibition, the prototype engine having fired up for the first time just a few weeks earlier. In only mildly developed form, this was the model which was to become a legend in motor racing history and which, with its leather-strapped bonnet, classical radiator design and British racing green livery has…
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1963 Jaguar MkII 3. 8 O/D Saloon Chassis No: 161161DN Engine No: LC40198 Reg: 1BNP-294 (WA) Concessional One of the most collectable post-war British saloons is undoubtedly the Jaguar MkII. Produced between 1959 and 1967, it lived on in updated versions until after the XJ6 was launched. This was a car which 'hit the nail on the head', being luxurious and sporting at the same time.
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c. 1964 Datsun Bluebird 4 door Saloon Chassis No: F312400278 Engine No: E1309601 Reg:YET-64N (ACT) Expires 05/03/2007In 1960, the Nissan Motor Co, had a Datsun on display at the Melbourne Motor Show to gauge reaction from the local point of view. It caught the eye of Sir Laurence Hartnett, generally considered as the father of the Holden, but who had left General Motors some time before.
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c. 1936 Delage D6 70 coupe Chassis No: 50571 Engine No: 50571 Reg: Unregistered Like most early car manufacturers, Louis Delage started his career working for somebody else. However in 1905 he left Peugeot to establish his own business, Automobile Delage in Paris. He built arrange of small and mid-size cars until the First World War, whereupon his business was involved in the manufacture of munitions.
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1937 Morris 14 Six Saloon Chassis No: S3FS58046 Engine No: QPDM3924 Reg: MORRY14 (WA) Concessional In times gone by Morris was one of the biggest selling marques in Australia. The British firm offered a wide range of models, spanning economy cars to luxury models. The 14was one of the medium-large cars they offered. It featured a 6-cylinder engine, sidevalve, with a capacity of 3.
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c. 1968 Jaguar Mk X Saloon Chassis No: ID52664 B. W Engine No: 8L74689L Reg:FZ-087 (NSW) (N. T. ) Expires: 21/4/2007The Mk X, launched at the 1961 Earls Court Motor show, was a completely new design of monocoque construction, which had links to the Mk II series and the recently launched E-type from which it took its independent rear suspension, inboard disk brakes and the 3.
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c. 1934 Nash Advanced Eight Sedan Chassis No: B74541 Engine No: B87241 Reg: 9FN-834 (WA) Concessional Nash is a brand which had a proud history. At age twelve Charles Nash left the farm where he'd been sent to work at six years old, eventually working his way through with automotive legends to be - David Buick, William Durant Walter Chrysler.
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1969 Alfa Romeo Spider 1750 Chassis No: AR1470106 Engine No: AR0054880055 Reg: XHA-679 (WA)The Alfa Romeo name is synonymous with wonderfully characterful sports cars, and few of their cars have captured the essence of this better then the original 105-series Spider. Launched in 1966 as the Duetto (after a nation-wide naming competition in Italy), the model was an immediate success.
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Jaguar MkV 31/2 Litre Drophead coupe Chassis no: 640092 engine no: Z3728 Reg: MKV DHC 12/12/2007 (Vic)after World War II, William Lyons re-introduced the Jaguar range current in1939-1940 a 4-door sport saloon available in 11/2 litre, 21/2 litre and 31/2 litre forms through the 'SS' prefix was dropped, having Nazi connotations from the war. As before, these cars offered a great deal for a reasonable price the 31/2 in particular having Bentley-like performance and equipment with William Lyons' mastery of…
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1967 Cadillac De Ville Convertible Chassis No: F7236201 Engine No: F7236201 Reg: 103-IBA (QLD)For decades Cadillac was admired as the leading American luxury car maker- their products considered desirable around the globe. The cars bristled with luxury features and strong engines as well as distinctive styling. By the time theca offered here was built, the excessive over-styling of the late 1950s was over and Cadillac was producing cleanly styled cars.
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73kms from new 2001 Holden Monaro CV8 Chassis No: 6H8V2X37F2L790015 Engine No: VF012330586 Reg: Unregistered After the incredible demand created by a 2-door Monaro show car based on Holden's popular Commodore, the company committed the model to production. When launched, both 6-cylinder and V8 models were announced, with the high-performance V8 being by far the more popular. By special arrangement with Holden's chief designer at the time, Mike Simcoe, the owners of this example were able to purchase the…
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1973 Rolls-Royce Bentley Corniche FHC Chassis No: CRH15868 Engine No: 15868 Reg: 1BGB-480Rolls-Royce and Bentley have enviable reputations for constructing cars to the highest possible standards. The attention to detail in design and construction are far beyond what any mass manufacturer can achieve, and is reflected in the price of new examples. One of the most sought after versions of Rolls-Royce and sister company Bentley are the famous Corniche models.
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1967 MGB Roadster Chassis No. XGH93 4250 Reg: No. UPE-353 (SA) Expires:14/05/2007Launched in 1962 the MGB was an instant success story for BMC and would turn out to be one of the most successful sports cars of all time with a production life spanning 18 years and sales totalling in excess of 500,000. The success was in no small part due to the car's simplicity of design, great handling qualities and its ability to reach a top speed just above the magic 100mph mark.
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1970 Mercedes-Benz 280sE 3.5 Coupe Chassis no: 1102622001713 engine no: 1169B022001470 Reg: UPI-832 (WA)Mercedes-Benz have long been recognised as producers of some of the highest quality cars available. One of the most sought after of the cars they have made is the W11 Coupe and Cabriolet series. Several engines were offered over the production life of these rare 2-door cars, with the ultimate being the 3
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c. 1974 Jaguar XJ12L Saloon Chassis No: XJ122R3241 B. W. Engine No: 7P12616 S. A Reg: FZ-088 (NSW) (N. T. ) Expires 03/08/2007Launched in 1972 and deservedly voted 'Car of the Year', the V12Jaguar combined the timeless styling of the Series II XJ6 with the Brilliant V12 engine, designed by two of the greatest engineers- Harry Mundy and Walter Hassan.
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C1974 Ford Falcon XBGT 4-door Vin: JG33PS78520K Reg: Unregistered A long-term restoration by a noted enthusiast, this XB presents beautifully and should satisfy the most fastidious purchaser. The strong upward trend of Australian muscle cars should ensure considerable investment potential
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Wheels Galore by Pedr Davis Wheels Galore by Pedr Davis presentation 1981 with Marque A Hundred years of Motoring and Vauxhall by M Sedgwick + 1 other
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Aero Engine Racing Cars at Brooklands 1992 with, The History of Aircraft Piston Engines 1993 (2).
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Shooting Star by C Nixon Shooting Star by C Nixon The 300/350 life of Richard Seaman with A History of Motor Racing by Count Lurani with Speed was my life + 1other (4).
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Nuvolari. Legendary champion Nuvolari. Legendary champion by Count Giovanni Lurani with International Auto racing. 1963 with A Bit Behind the Times by Kenneth Neve. 1988 (3).
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The Lure of speed by Henry The Lure of speed by Henry Segrave . 1932with 16 Famous Racing drivers caricatures in colour in envelop & Motor Racing facts and figures by Rodney Walkerley 1961 (3).
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Automobile & Gasoline Engine Automobile & Gasoline Engine Encyclopaedia By Dykes 13th ed St Louis 1924 with The Automobile Book by Ralph Stein 1961 + 2 others. (4).
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Veteran & Vintage Cars Veteran & Vintage Cars by P Roberts with A vintage car book by P Hull &Arnold Foster and one other (3). $130 - $160
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Wheels Across Australia, Pedr Wheels Across Australia, Pedr Davis Sydney 1987. presentation cops with Australians on the Road. Adelaide 1979presentation copy and 3others(6).
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Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes Benzs book. 1981 with Mercedes Benz by H. Schrader. Munich 1982 and 2 others (4).
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Maserati. Luigi Orsini Maserati. Luigi Orsini &Franco Zagari Milan 1980 (2000-250) & 2others (4).
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Maserati by Richard Crump Maserati by Richard Crump & Rbox 1983 with Jenkinson Maserati 7 2 others (4). $200 - $250
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Automobile Quarterly oblong Automobile Quarterly oblong original boards 1973-1981(4).
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Ten years of Motors & Motor Ten years of Motors & Motor racing by Charles 3rd edition 19284 others (5). $220 - $250
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Wilkie. Motor racing legend Wilkie. Motor racing legend E Wilkinson & C. Jones with Mclaren Bruce, From the Cockpit. 1965 + 2 others. (4).
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Dykes Automobile + Gasoline Dykes Automobile + Gasoline Engine Encyclopaedia text 1926 with P Roberts Competitive driving. 1964 + 1 others (3).
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Automobile Year by Larsanna Automobile Year by Larsanna numbers 10, 12, 15 1963-1989 (4).
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Royal Automobile of Australia Royal Automobile of Australia Jubilee. 1903 - 1953. Sydney 1953 with Victorian Sporting car club. Phillip Island Trophy 1937. (2).
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Arthur Knowles Autobiography 40 years of Motoring1966 & 1 other. (2).
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