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Classic Cars and Motorcycles inc. Modern Classics
- Registration & Bidding opened: Saturday, 1st August 2026 from 10:00am
- Bidding Closed: Wednesday, 5th August 2026 from 11:01am
VIEWING LOCATION AND TIMING:
Brightwells Classic Car Department, Easters Court, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DE. Monday 3rd and Tuesday 4th August, 9am - 5pm. No appointment necessary, for more information: call 01568 611122 or email: classiccars@brightwells.com
CONSIGN NOW FOR OUR NEXT EVENT
We are now accepting entries for our September auctions. If you have items to enter or want an estimate for, please contact:
James Dennison, Classic & Vintage Auction Consignor
Mobile: +44 7970 309907. Email: james.dennison@brightwells.com
James Booth, Classic & Vintage Auction Consignor
Mobile: +44 7813 936698. Email: james.booth@brightwells.com
David Tassell, Classic & Vintage Auction Consignor
Mobile: +44 7484 932665. Email: david.tassell@brightwells.com
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Lot 1
1959 Alvis TD21 Drophead Coupe
Interesting history from new; four owners, the second for 37 years and the current for 12 years; fully restored in the early 1990s and meticulously maintained since;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 2
1955 Jaguar XK140 Drophead Coupe
One of only 480 made in RHD; later converted to LHD; tens of thousands spent on Historic Rally upgrades including five-speed gearbox, power steering,
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 3
1968 Jaguar E-Type S1.5 FHC
Showing 77,784 miles; cherished by its current owner for an impressive 43 years; current V5C shows only two former keepers; clearly benefited from substantial recent
Sale Price:
£35,392 -
Lot 4
1930 Ford Model A Pick-Up
Extremely rare Model A Roadster Pickup in even rarer factory right-hand drive; incredibly original condition with gorgeous and characterful patina; only two registered
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 5
1964 Morris Minor 1000 Pickup
Ex Demonstrator; 2 previous keepers; fantastic history; original pickup, making this a very rare example; running and driven as you would expect from such a lovely
Sale Price:
£14,000 -
Lot 6
1966 Ford Cortina Super
The first owner retained this Cortina for an incredible 55 years; MOT valid until July 2027; 85,127 miles currently showing on the speedometer
The Ford Cortina Mk1 is one ofSale Price:
£11,200 -
Lot 7
1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo
Displaying just 79,515 miles from new; covering a mere 1,596 miles during the last 21 years; rare and highly desirable Series One; large history file; probably one of the
Sale Price:
£29,120 -
Lot 8
1959 Commer Superpoise Mk V Pick Up
Originally a Rootes Group vehicle; well preserved commercial heritage; very few owners; presentable running and driving truck
Commercial vehicles with genuine working historiesSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 9
1955 Ford Thames ET6
Thought to have originally been a Civil Defence Vehicle, hence the low mileage of less than 10,000 showing; petrol powered, runs and drives
Commercial vehicles are often atSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 10
1972 MGB Roadster
Fully restored with a new body shell from 2002 - 2006 and showing only 6,047 miles since; green leather interior; walnut trim; electric windows; power steering;
Sale Price:
£18,228 -
Lot 11
1988 Fiat X1/9
Desirable SE model; 77,293 miles showing on the speedometer; driven to site over 45 miles; MOTd until May 2027
The Fiat/Bertone X1/9 SE represents the final chapter of one ofSale Price:
£5,712 -
Lot 13
1971 Jaguar XJ6 S1 4.2 SWB
In single-family ownership from 1978 - 2024; only 1,000 miles since £16k mechanical overhaul including full engine rebuild; stainless steel exhaust; repainted in 1990;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 14
1965 MGB Roadster
Four owners from new; only 1,300 miles on new Ivor Searle engine; recent new clutch kit; huge history file; driven 40 miles to the sale; a pampered MG that is ready to
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 15
1961 Messerschmitt KR200
3 long term owners from new; recent professional restoration by current vendor; new hood; driving, starting and stopping as you would expect
The Messerschmitt KR200 is one ofSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 16
1982 Mercedes-Benz 380SL (R107)
A pleasingly tidy Merc that has seen little use in recent years; good running order
First registered in May 1982, this Mercedes 380SL sadly comes with very little historySale Price:
£11,200 -
Lot 17
2008 Haldane HD100 Mk2
Austin-Healey 100/4 replica; Ford 2.1 Pinto engine; very low mileage; very smart; runs nicely; advisory-free MOT
Based in Glasgow, Haldane Developments began makingSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 18
1961 BMW Isetta
Rare right-hand drive Brighton built Isetta; 300cc engine with reverse; showing just 32,889 miles; simply lovely condition with various smart upgrades
One of the mostSale Price:
£9,520 -
Lot 19
1974 Triumph Stag
Just two owners in the last 32 years; fully restored in the late-1980s and meticulously maintained since; recent reconditioned gearbox; factory hardtop; a pampered
Sale Price:
£10,136 -
Lot 20
1965 Triumph Spitfire Mk II
With the vendor for over 31 years; current V5C shows only one former keeper; showing only 16,765 miles; considerable restoration and preservation work over the years;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 21
1979 MG Midget 1500
Well pampered example driven over 50 miles to the sale; subject to a thorough documented restoration and accompanied by large stack of invoices; fitted with upgraded
Sale Price:
£3,248 -
Lot 22
1947 Morris 8 Series E
Few owners, the current for 40 years; only 2,500 miles on rebuilt engine; a super little Eight that runs like a sewing machine; nice original number plate; affectionately
Sale Price:
£2,968 -
Lot 23
1957 Sunbeam MkIII Saloon
Only 34,000 miles from new; restored to Concours-winning condition in 1991 and meticulously cared for since; few owners; multiple show-winner; transferable number plate;
Sale Price:
£11,760 -
Lot 24
1988 Mercedes-Benz 300SE (W126)
Three owners from new; the current for 29 years; just recommissioned following a period in storage; advisory-free MOT; renowned 80's Mercedes build quality
The Mercedes-BenzSale Price:
£6,720 -
Lot 25
1934 Morris 10/6 Saloon
Charming vintage saloon; resprayed body; out of long tern ownership befor being purchased through a deceased estate earlier on this year
Elegant, practical and dependable,Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 26
1986 Citroen 2CV6 Dolly
11 previous MOTs; showing just 28,500 miles; both kingpins replaced recently; new battery and MOT exempt
This delightful 1986 Citroën 2CV6 Dolly has become one of theSale Price:
£5,768 -
Lot 27
1936 Morris 12
First registered in December 1936; 4 speed gearbox conversion; matching numbers; extensive work carried out 7000 miles ago
Charming and increasingly rare 1936 Morris 12/4Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 28
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Sports Roof Fastback Coupe
In single-family ownership from new until 2025 and only one UK owner since; only 48k miles; super-rare factory Rose Beige paint; 289ci V8 automatic; highly original;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 29
1954 Rover P4 60
Showing only 27,540 miles; only year of P4 where the handbrake was fitted to the side of the driver’s seat; handsome and full of traditional British character, this Rover 60
Sale Price:
£1,680 -
Lot 30
1955 Land Rover Series I 86in
Desirable rural patina; recently overhauled, improved and made mechanically sound; great opportunity to get involved in early Land Rover ownership
The venerable Series I LandSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 31
1984 Porsche 944 Auto
Showing just 36,786 miles; the rare and highly desirable black Porsche script cloth interior; covering just 566 miles in the last 20 years
First registered in August 1984, thisSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 32
1968 Bugatti Type 35 Replica
Just 7,478 miles covered since its comprehensive rebuild; alleged to be one of just two cars constructed to a particularly high standard for display at the 1983 Motor Show;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 33
1937 Austin 7 Ruby
Invoices present showing some of the work carried out over the years; odometer currently displays 36,391 miles, although this figure cannot be warranted due to the age of the
Sale Price:
£3,080 -
Lot 34
1968 Daimler V8 250
In the current ownership for 14 years and in regular use as a wedding car; engine and gearbox fully rebuilt in 2023 and only 500 miles since; chrome wire wheels; Coombs wheel
Sale Price:
£4,872 -
Lot 35
1980 Land Rover Series III SWB 88in
Desirable 2,287cc petrol short-wheelbase Series III; showing just an indicated 43,272 miles; driven twenty miles to the sale without fault; charming and genuine condition with
Sale Price:
£7,840 -
Lot 36
1967 Hillman Minx
Seldom seen 'Arrow' generation Hillman Minx saloon; showing just 89,249 miles; believed to be less than 50 left registered in the UK; regularly used example featured in music
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 37
1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 16 Valve
2.3-16 Cosworth powered; only 5 owners from new; only 127,000 miles showing on the speedo; MOT until July 2027; Category C insurance marker, but successfully passed a VOSA
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 38
1973 MGB
Underwent an extensive restoration between 2010 and 2012; engine was rebuilt and converted for unleaded fuel; excellent history file
First registered in April 1973, thisSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 39
1976 Daimler Sovereign LWB
Increasingly scarce long-wheelbase example; old english white with period style vinyl roof; powered by Jaguar's legendary 4,235cc straight-six; luxury usable classic with
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 40
1933 AC 16/56 Drophead Coupe
One of no more than around 25 made and perhaps 10 surviving; interesting history; in the previous ownership for over 50 years and in the current ownership for 13 years;
Sale Price:
£1,300 -
Lot 41
TVR Grantura Mk IIA
Early 1960s TVR Grantura 2A Restoration Project; originally registered as 893 XPD but we have been unable to find the chassis number so far; known to the TVR Owners
Sale Price:
£3,696 -
Lot 42
1980 MGB GT
British Leyland Snapdragon Yellow; bare-metal respray was carried out in May 2024; tax and MOT exempt; chrome bumpers professionally installed and refurbished
This strikingSale Price:
Under Offer @ £3,552 -
Lot 43
1959 Borgward Isabella Coupe 2+2
Comprehensive restoration carried out over the last five years; full engine rebuild, while a stainless-steel exhaust system; Showing 13,975 miles on the odometer; rare,
Sale Price:
£25,872 -
Lot 44
1957 Austin A35 Two-Door Saloon
Few owners, the first for 46 years; huge history file; sympathetically restored and in wonderful condition throughout; driven 40 miles to the sale; find a better
Sale Price:
£5,320 -
Lot 45
1961 Daimler Dart SP250 B-Spec
Just four owners, the current for 22 years; engine rebuilt by Russ Carpenter; gearbox rebuilt; various choice upgrades; quality repaint and retrim; lots of
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 46
1939 Standard Flying 8
Restored in 2017 and carefully used since; lots of money spent; very pretty and very rare, believed to be one of only around 14 surviving
By the late 1930s Standard badlySale Price:
£5,040 -
Lot 47
1971 Rover 2000 SC
From a deceased estate; just two owners from new, the current for 48 years; good running order; sale proceeds being donated to The British Heart Foundation
Launched inSale Price:
£1,125 -
Lot 48
1970 Jaguar 420G
Currently owned for over 26 years; MOT and Tax exempt; included are workshop manuals and the original tool kit; showing 41,866 miles, although this cannot be verified.
TheSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 49
1978 Lancia Beta Spyder 2000
Displaying just 62,151 miles and only four previous keepers; rare right-hand-drive example; super original example with great history; driven 60 miles to the sale with a full
Sale Price:
£5,600 -
Lot 50
1969 Jaguar 2.8 XJ6
Powered by the 2,792cc six-cylinder engine coupled to an automatic gearbox; speedometer currently displays 31,797 miles; worthwhile restoration candidate
Few cars betterSale Price:
£1,200 -
Lot 51
1961 Berkeley T60
Highly desirable and seldom-seen hardtop option; starts and runs; taxed and MOT exempt; six former keepers; new battery
This charming and increasingly rare 1961 Berkeley T60Sale Price:
£1,275 -
Lot 52
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 MkIII BJ8 Phase II
From a deceased estate; in the current ownership for 30 years; restored to show-winning condition in 1994 and carefully maintained since; veteran of many shows and
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 53
1960 Alvis TD21 Automatic
Vast history file from new; six owners, the current for 28 years; automatic gearbox rebuilt; electric power steering; disc brakes; unleaded head; stainless steel exhaust;
Sale Price:
£14,224 -
Lot 54
1972 MGB B GT
Dry stored for several years; long term family ownership; partially re-commissioned; recently flushed fuel system with four new tyres and converted to 12V battery; runs and
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 55
1965 Volkswagen Split Screen Van
RHD UK car; large portion of body work complete; great camper project or day bus
The Volkswagen Split Screen van is one of the world's most recognisable classic vehicles,Sale Price:
£3,752 -
Lot 56
1950 MG TD
Rock-solid US import; well-maintained with lots of bills; recent new gearbox and clutch; nice shiny paintwork; lots to like about this one
Launched in 1950, the MG TDSale Price:
£8,400 -
Lot 57
1958 Triumph TR3A Roadster
Very smart TR3A; Matching numbers with heritage certficate; subject to a thorough restoration in the late 90's; stacks of invoices and smart usable upgrades
The Triumph TR3A isSale Price:
£15,400 -
Lot 58
1952 Riley RMB
In daily use and driven over over 160 miles to the sale; charming patina; a handsome old Riley that keeps up with modern traffic; ready for another 70+ years of faithful
Sale Price:
£4,984 -
Lot 59
1960 Renault Dauphine Gordini
Specially prepared for Historic Rallying and a veteran of many events; only 100 miles on rebuilt engine; many new parts recently fitted; a fine-looking example of this rare
Sale Price:
£5,600 -
Lot 60
1962 Citroen HY Van
Fantastic opportunity for potential promotion/catering business; in need of some re-commissioning; stylish French charm
Few commercial vehicles are as instantly recognisable orSale Price:
Under Offer @ £7,600 -
Lot 61
1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V
1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V; showing 83,823; 1,725cc engine; six former keepers; invoices and receipts documenting the work undertaken and parts fitted
First registered inSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 62
1975 Volkswagen Camper
Showing 97,608 kilometers on the odometer; rock and roll double bed; cooker, fridge, and sink
LHD 1975 Volkswagen Brazilian Split Screen Camper, a classic motor caravanSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 63
1989 Porsche 944
Covered approximately 80,000 miles since replacement engine; current keeper has owned the car for the 31 years; good history; manual gearbox; recently completed a road trip
Sale Price:
£5,342 -
Lot 64
1969 MG Midget
Showing only 79,437 miles; affordable British sports-car fun powered by the desirable 1,275cc engine and a manual gearbox; the current V5C showing eight former keepers
FirstSale Price:
£4,480 -
Lot 65
1998 Land Rover Defender Wolf XD
British Army’s ex-military XD model that also benefits from the desirable REMUS upgrade; ever-dependable 300Tdi; internal roll cage, snorkel, gun rack; rear-mounted spare
Sale Price:
£10,640 -
Lot 66
1972 Volvo 1800 ES
A very beautiful and well-preserved late model P1800 shooting-brake with fuel injected 2.0 B20F engine, 4-speed manual with overdrive; charming interior; very useable; former
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 67
1966 Mini Cooper S Recreation
1966 Mini Mk1 Cooper S recreation; 1,380cc engine; restoration completed in March 2026, involving approximately 1,200 hours of labour and love
DGL 94D was purchased by theSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 68
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 MkII
Long-term family ownership since 1972; characteristic side vents, introduced to aid extraction of heat from the engine; always seems to have been cared by safe hands;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 69
1935 Standard 12 Saloon
Took part in the 100 Miles Rally in Bruges and various VSCC events; Recent work completed in March 2026 includes a new/reconditioned water pump, refurbished exchange
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 70
1980 Ford Escort RS2000
Rock-solid Australian import; 5-speed gearbox; electric power steering; long range fuel tank; adjustable suspension; ported big valve head; tubular manifold; ss exhaust;
Sale Price:
£19,712 -
Lot 71
1979 Ford Escort Ghia
Three door Escort Ghia RS2000 Recreation Project; loads of original parts included; great project car with some of the bodywork already carried out
Offered for auction isSale Price:
£2,240 -
Lot 72
1937 Morris Eight Saloon
Running and driving; tax and MOT exempt; its current owner since October 2012
This charming 1937 Morris 8 Saloon, finished in an attractive green and black colour scheme, isSale Price:
£2,654 -
Lot 73
1947 Triumph Roadster 1800
Currently owned for the last 12 years; great colour combination; ready to be enjoyed in the up coming summer
This distinctive 1947 Triumph Roadster, one of Triumph's firstSale Price:
£9,240 -
Lot 74
1968 MGB Roadster
Ground up rebuild by California Classics (Hull) Ltd in c.2016; covered less than 3,000 miles since; recently serviced and put through an MOT in April with no advisories
AtSale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 75
1984 Austin Mini
1984 Mini Mayfair; re-bored and modified to take the 1,275cc cylinder head; large SU carburettor and pancake filter; Cooper badging all round
Originally a standard black MiniSale Price:
£4,480 -
Lot 76
1966 Morris Minor Traveller
Great restoration project; Hot Rod pickup project; non runner; imported in previous years ; V5C present; tax and MOT exempt; being offered with no reserve
ContactSale Price:
£510 -
Lot 77
1955 Land Rover Series I 86"
In the current family ownership for over 50 years; fully restored in 2013 and lightly used since; reconditioned gearbox; nice transferable number; a thoroughly rejuvenated
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 78
1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo Raider
Simply stunning condition; collector grade example; limited edition run-out 'Raider' model; huge history file with vast expenditure; subject to a through refresh earlier this
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 79
1933 Riley Nine Lynx Tourer
Believed to have been owned by the grandson of Percy Riley; considerable rebuilt between 1984 and 1984; owned by our vendor for the last 24 years; runs and drives
During theSale Price:
£20,160 -
Lot 80
1974 MGB Roadster
Honest example of Britain's cult classic roadster; numerous invoices for regular parts and maintenance; interesting transferable plate; excellent value for money.
Introduced inSale Price:
£1,876 -
Lot 81
1984 Morgan 4/4
Showing just 64,629 miles; upgraded 1996cc 16v Zetec engine running on twin Weber 45 DCOE carburettors; enhancements carried out by respected Morgan specialist Mike Duncan;
Sale Price:
£12,880 -
Lot 82
1984 Lotus Excel
Showing only 92,023 miles; current ownership since 2010; owned by Lotus Cars initially and used as the company's Earls Court Motor Show exhibit; this historically
Sale Price:
£8,187 -
Lot 83
1967 Morris Minor
Showing 73,800 miles; driven 45 miles to the sale; has been the subject of substantial expenditure over the years; practical upgrades include a high-level brake light, HDMI
Sale Price:
£4,480 -
Lot 84
1927 Austin Seven Chummy
VSCC Eligibility Document; imported from New Zealand; registration paperwork and a selection of invoices relating to maintenance and upkeep; a number of thoughtful upgrades
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 85
1936 Morris 8 Tourer
Beautifully presented and full of period charm; the engine and gearbox have been replaced with a later Series E unit incorporating the desirable four-speed gearbox;
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 86
1927 Austin Seven Chummy
Currently owner since March 1997; history file included in the sale; invoices showing some of the work carried out
First registered in August 1927, this charming AustinSale Price:
£9,520 -
Lot 87
1938 Morris 12/4 Series III
Produced for only a short period before the outbreak of the Second World War brought civilian car production to a halt; driven to the sale; powered by the model's 1,550cc
Sale Price:
£1,704 -
Lot 88
1942 Willys Jeep
Wartime genuine Willys Jeep; includes the rifle carrier, axe and spade; still in the American army livery; good oil pressure
First registered in 1942, this iconic wartimeSale Price:
£19,152 -
Lot 89
1988 Subaru Brat 284 Pickup
Currently displays 145,488 miles on the odometer; project Car; only 5 registered keepers in total
This Subaru 284 4WD Pick-Up (Brat) is an increasingly rare andSale Price:
£2,072 -
Lot 90
1967 Austin Mini
Great restoration project or spares car ; classed as a non runner; V5C present; tax and MOT exempt; being offered with no reserve
ContactSale Price:
£1,568 -
Lot 91
1969 Austin Minor Van
Rare original Austin Minor Van; great restoration project; classed as a non runner; V5C present; tax and MOT exempt; being offered with no reserve
ContactSale Price:
£1,575 -
Lot 92
1967 Morris Minor 1000 Saloon
Great restoration project; classed as a non runner but vendor informs us that he had it running with a jump start a few months ago ; V5C present; tax and MOT
Sale Price:
£351 -
Lot 93
1966 Saab 96 2-S
Deceased estate; off the road for many years; looks to be very original; 29,374 miles currently showing on the speedometer but this cannot be verified; great restoration
Sale Price:
£4,200 -
Lot 94
1958 Triumph TR3A (Overdrive)
Former multiple concours winner; only 4,500 miles since meticulous restoration; various choice upgrades; overdrive; full weather equipment; transferable number; find
Sale Price:
£18,480 -
Lot 95
1926 Hotchkiss AM2
Ex- Andrew Bremner collection; sporting vintage special built up from a rolling chassis in 2014; runs and drives
Few French motor manufacturers can match the engineeringSale Price:
£8,120 -
Lot 96
1974 Datsun 260Z
Original right-hand-drive Datsun 260Z; showing only 25,309 miles; substantial historical restoration work undertaken by respected Datsun Z specialists Fourways Engineering and
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 97
1972 Daimler 2.8 Sovereign Auto
Showing just 39,596 miles; powered by the 2,792cc six-cylinder engine coupled to an automatic gearbox; restoration photographs and a collection of invoices documenting work
Sale Price:
£2,912 -
Lot 98
1973 MGB Roadster
Repainted in outstanding Metallic Blue in 2019; fitted with overdrive, wire wheels and chrome bumpers; benefits from an unleaded cylinder head conversion, electronic ignition,
Sale Price:
Not Sold -
Lot 100
Car Trailer
Car transporter trailer with a bedsize of 4000mm x 1960mm; towed 100 miles to the sale loaded with a classic car; 7 pin electrics; fitted with winch (not tested as
Sale Price:
£1,350 -
Lot 101
1962 Cheltenham Caravan
Top-of-the-range model when new; towed over 50 miles to the sale
Few things evoke memories of carefree family holidays quite like a classic British caravan and this charmingSale Price:
£1,060 -
Lot 102
1955 Ferguson TEF 20
Runs and drives; Diesel; 4 owners; used for saw work most of its life
The Ferguson TEF20 is one of the most iconic tractors ever built, renowned for its simplicity,Sale Price:
£2,520