This MGB was bought by its last custodian in 1973 and has been owned by her up until now. The car was treated to a total rebuild in 2001 using a new BMH bodyshell which was painted to a very high standard in Snowberry white. The rebuild was focused on keeping the car as authentic as possible such as original spec 1969 leather seats. Everything was rebuilt or reconditioned including the engine, rear axle, suspension, gearbox and overdrive, plus a new wiring loom. The engine was rebuilt to unleaded spec. The car received a new interior and new hood. Sometime in 2007 the car was taken off the road and put into storage and it wasn't until this year that it has been recommissioned and put back on the road. It has covered a mere 1,295 since the rebuild in 2001 and still looks restoration fresh. With a new heritage shell the gaps are all excellent and most importantly the doors sit flush. The car runs exceptionally well with a working overdrive and as part of the recommissioning work it has recently been fitted with a brand new set of chrome wire wheels. The photographs say it all, it looks great and with so few miles on the clock since a total rebuild which 22 years ago cost £16,450, the car is ready for many years of motoring. With a heritage shell, it looks super straight and is ready for its next custodian. The history file contains full details of the rebuild along with invoices and even the purchase invoice for the car in 1973. A fresh and clean MOT will be put on the car once a sale is agreed. The asking price is £14,950 which is less than the cost of the rebuild 20 years ago and most likely half what it would cost you now to achieve the same result making this something of a bargain!

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This Talbot is a real rarity being one of possibly just two surviving A075 18h.p cars and we believe it is the oldest surviving example. We have been instructed by a local client to sell the car on his behalf having been in ownership for the last 14 years. The body was fitted by Darracq on the 18th August 1930 and was delivered on the 18th Sep to Pass & Joyce Ltd. The 75 was introduced in 1930 and benefitted from an enlarged engine with 2.3 litres compared to the earlier 14/45 cars which had just 1.7 litre engines. The 75 was produced with various coachwork options up until 1935 and it was produced at the same time as its big brothers such as the '90', '105' and '110'. This car began its life in London where it remained throughout the war. The history file in fact has a very detailed summary of all custodians right up to the present day which is rather nice to have and previous owners have taken the time to research the car to ensure it has a comprehensive history. In the 80s/90s we believe it was subject to a long 15 year restoration which entailed a new head gasket, new Hertford shock absorbers, springs re-set, various aspects of the leather interior trim have been renewed to the original pattern, and the car was re-wired along with some panel work renewed. This is some 30 plus years ago and the car now is sporting a number of imperfections, minor bubbling in various areas and some minor dents on the nearside rear wing. The interior is still lovely and clearly it has had a new headlining at some point and the seat leather is generally in good condition. The front seat has some repairs that have been made to the passenger seat squab. The wood is all in nice condition and has been refurbished at some point in its life. Overall the interior can be described as excellent and even the carpets look very nice. You also benefit from a large sliding roof when the sun comes out! It has been in storage for the last 8 years and we have got the car running well and the brakes are also working well. The car literally starts on the button and you almost cannot hear it as the pre-engaged starter whisks the engine into life almost instantly! There is a lovely exhaust note and plenty of power available from the 2.3 litre engine so lots of scope for good runs out and attending shows etc. We have only driven it around our complex, but it seems to run well. Further recommissioning will be required as the Dynostarter is not presently charging and the exhaust downpipe in the engine bay is leaking a bit. The history file includes the original buff logbook from when it was registered in 1930 and there are also several continuation logbooks which help to complete the history. In addition there is the original 'Handbook of Instructions' along with lots of written correspondence between previous custodians discussing the history of the car. The car has huge potential and great presence, it is a very rare piece of motoring history that now needs a new custodian to maintain its preservation and use it as intended.

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This superb MGC Roadster has been with its last custodian for 8 years. The car was completely restored by the previous custodian to a very high standard which included a full body refurbishment with the replacement of panels where needed. The car has been well cared for during the last eight years with regular servicing and any issues that have arisen have been dealt with. The car has completed less than 2,500 since its restoration and as you would expect it still presents exceptionally well as the photographs will demonstrate. The restoration was carried out by someone with the necessary trade skills to achieve a high standard of work. The paint remains excellent with just the odd blemish from ageing. The interior looks fresh and was completely renewed at the time of restoration. There is a full photographic record of the restoration on file. The car starts on the button and runs and pulls very well with a working overdrive which is essential on one of these. The mohair hood is generally in good order apart from a crack in the offside rear quarter window which could be repaired relatively easily. The colour combination of mineral blue, black interior and chrome wire wheels really work well for this car. The chromework is all excellent. A service has just been undertaken and that included new brake cylinders for the rear wheels. The MOT expires on the 24th June 2024 and is advisory free. The file is thick with invoices and a large number of photographs detailing the restoration. The restoration cost of achieving a car of this standard would approach £20,000 now and if you are seeking an MGC this is undoubtedly one of the best on the market and should be on your list to view at the earliest opportunity.

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