Ford Fiesta Mk3 1.1

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A factory fresh Ford Fiesta Mk3 1.1 with one owner and 422 miles from new!

EQUIPMENT
Polycarbonate bumpers with no insert, no sunroof, non-tinted glass, no black decal on b-pillar, narrow bodyside mouldings, single tone horn, front wipers without intermittent function, no rear wash/wipe, halogen headlights, laminated windscreen, locking fuel filler, anti-burst locks, two spoke soft feel steering wheel, heated rear window, remote door mirrors, small space in lieu of clock, no centre console, glove box without lid, Ford self-seek Model 2001 stereo with no cassette, no tachometer, courtesy light, darkness in lieu of load compartment light, no passenger sunvisor vanity mirror. Dealer Options: Ford immobiliser system.

EXTERIOR
With an astonishing and genuine 422 miles from new, this poverty spec example is the ultimate homage to the original Fiesta ethos of simplistic low-cost motoring. Replacing the Popular/Popular Plus model designations, this model is simple known as the ‘Fiesta’ and makes the ‘L’ seem luxurious! To suggest that this example is as new is a bold statement, but one which is wholly justified with this perfect Fiesta. Perhaps most impressive is the underside which has been preserved in a time warp condition, with all orange PDI markings to the suspension components, yellow paint dots to the springs and factory stickers still intact, all features usually destroyed within the first few weeks! It is even clear to see the machine applied factory yellow wax to the central floor areas leaving the outer sills exposed, little wonder they all rust! In factory original Diamond White, (Code B 2), the paintwork to all factory panels is 100% original and essentially as new. The trim sections are perfect and supplying Ford dealer number plates, rear screen sticker and tax disc holder with first issue 1992 disc remain fitted! This example is simply as it left the Meridian Ford showroom in 1992, with absolutely nothing painted, replaced or altered. Truly a one-off museum piece.

INTERIOR
An interior entirely commensurate with a 422 mile car! The cabin space with Goodwood Grey fabric trim, (Code L V), is simply as it sat in the showroom awaiting collection by the first and only owner. Seats, door cards, headlining and carpets are as new throughout. The controls and switchgear have bright clear symbols and the new car feel which is lost soon after regular use. All functions operate flawlessly including the ultra-rare Ford self-seek model 2001 stereo with lack of cassette player which was fitted to all models bar the most basic ‘Fiesta’. Probably most nostalgia evoking of all is the new car smell that has been retained, instantly familiar as a Ford and ready to transport you back to a Ford showroom in 1992 complete with dealer branded screen wash and multilube spray! An astonishing piece of Ford history.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.1 HCS four cylinder ‘Valencia’ engine is a redesigned version of the Kent unit dating back to the 1950’s and Ford Anglia era! Specification includes a twin-venturi carburettor and manual choke set up which produces a rather pedestrian 53bhp at 5200rpm whereby a top speed of 94mph and 0-60mph is achieved in 14.2 seconds. The pristine engine bay has original plates, fragile paper stickers/labels and factory panel stampings clearly visible. A new Ford Motorcraft oil filter and the red Ford HT Leads remain fitted. A correct brand-new battery is fitted but the original white Motorcraft battery with flat terminals has been kept for total original purposes. Unlike most rattly Ford ‘push-rod’ engines, this example is whisper quiet and the four-speed manual gearbox is slick and superlight.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory steel wheels of size 4½ x 13 are in perfect order with the original full wheel covers fitted and as new. The original seeking collector with be pleased to see factory fitted Michelin MX L 155/70 R13 tyres all-round which should be renewed if the car is to be put into use. Perhaps most impressive of all is the virgin spare tyre which even has the miniscule Michelin man logos to the tread face that would have been lost on the first journey! Fully overhauled in October 2024 after long term storage, the servo-assisted diagonally split brakes with 9½” discs up front and 7”drums at the rear are free and operate correctly, and during inspection and overhaul revealed themselves to be in spotless condition!

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 26th March 1992 by Meridian Ford Leicester, this exceptional example was purchased by Mr Thompson who was to be the only owner the car has had. A new vehicle order form and subsequent sales invoice is made out to Mr Thompson illustrating a price paid of £6,200 for this most basic of the Fiesta model. Sadly, quite soon after purchasing the vehicle Mr Thompson began to lose his sight which meant the car was left garaged and could not be used. The almost inconceivable 422 miles from new is absolutely genuine and until now, the car was last on the road in around 1996. Despite the clear lack of use, the car was kept on the road for the first fours years and there are four stamped Ford main dealer entries in the service book covering this period. In October 2024 the car was discovered and has since undergone a major service, recommissioning and brake overhaul using genuine Ford parts where possible. The history file has all welcome letters from Ford following initial purchase as well as all corresponding Ford service invoices and checklists. The first MOT certificate in 1995 has been kept as have all tax discs from 1992 to 1996. The full book pack is present with even the ford cardboard sleeve that the document wallet was supplied in! Three keys including the master blade and codes tags are present.

With confirmation of a Christmas 2024 Bullseye reboot, expect to this Fiesta, hazards flashing, be revealed from behind the curtain as ‘Bully’s Special Prize’, unless the contestants end up with just the BFH (bus fare home)! One owner, 422 miles and museum quality in every conceivable respect.

HPI Clear.

Rover Metro 1.0 L Clubman

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A wonderfully original Rover Metro 1.0 L Clubman with just 9,861 miles.

EQUIPMENT
All steel unitary construction, laminated windscreen, twin door mirrors remote to driver, locking fuel filler, two-tone moulded bumpers, colour coded grille, bodyside coachline and mouldings, tailgate tape, glass sunroof, styled halogen headlamps, twin rear fog lamps, front head restraints, colour coded front and rear seatbelts, colour keyed fascia and steering wheel, rear parcel shelf, floor mounted centre console, remote controlled driver’s door mirror, fascia mounted digital clock, heated rear window, rear wash/wipe, cigar lighter, radio cassette. Dealer Options: Rover Metro front floor mats.

EXTERIOR
This family-owned Metro 1.0 L Clubman in totally original condition has covered just 9,861 miles from new and remains in stunning, unspoilt condition. The factory paint finish in Oyster Beige, (Code SMF), boasts a beautifully polished and unform shine throughout. All panels are pin straight with even shut lines and very close scrutiny will reveal only light touched in markings notably to the bonnet edge, offside rear quarter and boot lid edge. The underside is very clean and has never seen any structural repair work so often needed on even very low mileage Metro’s! Remarkable originality such as factory spot welds to the rear arches, factory fitted decals, supplying dealer fit number plates and rear screen sticker are wonderful to see. Even the first issue 1990 tax disc in 1990 remains in the supplying dealer branded tax disc holder! The front and rear light clusters and rear fog lamps are factory fitment with the Austin logo to the lenses and all glass is registration etched. This is every inch as special as it is beige!

INTERIOR
The Metro L Clubman was factory built to a high specification and trimmed to a typical Rover level of plush refinement. The Zenith Fabric seats in the Mink colour scheme, (Code LNK), remain in beautiful condition. The plump carpets have been protected by the genuine fitted rubber Metro mats to the front, these being highly sought enthusiast items in themselves! All functions and controls operate as they should including the Philips R570 stereo cassette complete with the original card rear view mirror hanger warning would-be thieves that the unit is security coded! The immaculate boot area houses an original and usused Dunlop TD Tyre, jack with short white bungee cord strap and circular plywood disc cover. Reminiscent of a far simpler motoring era and preserved in superb condition ready for fun outings!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The legendary and time proven A-Series engine of 998cc displacement needs no introduction. Producing an ample 46bhp, this charming Metro offers a relaxed driving experience yet with classic Mini fun driving characteristics, even down to the instantly recognisable transmission whirr that they left the factory with! Factory plates, stickers and panel stampings are clearly visible within the clean engine bay. The preferred four-speed manual transmission is light and precise and this little Metro makes drivers and passengers smile!

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Factory standard pressed steel wheels remain fitted and are dressed with the original full-width wheel trims which are immaculate. Factory fitted and highly sought-after Michelin TDXE 160/65 R315 tyres retain plenty of tread and good rubber condition. The dual line servo-assisted brakes with ventilated front discs pull the car up quickly and safely.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on 27th January 1990 by Austin Rover Main Dealer, The Selsdon Garage Ltd in Croydon, this original example has covered just 9,861 miles from new with two owners who were mother and daughter. A Retail Order Form and subsequent sales invoice is made out to the first owner, Mrs Frost, who paid £6,000 for the car and took advantage of the Rover Metro Clubman 0% finance offer most likely in the aim of selling the final cars prior to the launch of the all new Metro! Garaged at all times and used sparingly, the car was kept on the road every year until 2003 as evidenced by each MOT certificate from the first in 1993 to 2003 which is when Mrs Frost stopped driving. In 2005 the car was inherited by her daughter who although lived in the same road, the Metro remained in her mother’s garage. In 2024 the car was discovered after the garage block was earmarked for demolition due to development of the site, and photos in the history file show the discovery of the car and transportation away. KGF Classic Cars were delighted to have the opportunity to acquire such a low mileage, unmolested and original car and have in October 2024 undergone a full inspection, major service, full brake overhaul, ignition service and Hydragas suspension service.

The neat history file further consists of welcome letters from Rover to Mrs Frost and a folder of invoices from the first 6,000 service in 1990. The full document wallet holds the service book and all handbooks, guides, radio code and point of sale literature. There is also an original late 1989 Rover range brochure and Mrs Frost even kept every tax disc from the first in 1990 to 2003! Having gained cult status in the everyday classic car scene and a sure contender for the hugely popular Hagerty Festival of the Unexceptional #FOTU, this delightful Metro is one of the best original cars in existence.

HPI Clear.

Jaguar XJS 4.0 Convertible Celebration

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An exquisite Jaguar XJS 4.0 Convertible Celebration with only 12,218 miles.

MODEL HISTORY
Two models launched to celebrate Jaguars ‘60 Years of Sporting Prowess’ and the end of XJS production prior to the launch of the XK8 model, the Jaguar XJS 4.0 2+2 Coupe and Convertible have always been highly collectable Final Edition examples. The final six-cylinder cars were designated the ‘Celebration’ model with the V12 believed to be on special order only, and there were only 5,490 Celebration cars produced according to the book, ‘You and Your Jaguar XJS’, by renowned Automotive Writer Nigel Thorley.

EQUIPMENT
Front and rear crumple zones, frameless door glass, halogen headlamps, black front grille, wrap around bumpers, power operated lined convertible hood with heated glass rear window, tailored hood tonneau with stowage bag, ‘secret till lit’ warning lamps, adjustable steering wheel, driver and passenger airbags, stainless steel treadplates, cruise control, electrically adjustable front seats, electric windows, courtesy light delay, kerb lamps, heated washer jets, electric heated door mirrors, air conditioning, boot lamp. Celebration Model Specification; Aerosport Diamond Turned alloy wheels, twin hand-painted coachline, new style enamelled bonnet badge, Sumptuous leather seats with contrast piping, console lid trimmed in leather, head restraints embossed with Jaguar ‘Leaper’, Hand-crafted Figured Sapwood Walnut veneers and solid wooden gearknob, Steering wheel trimmed partly in leather and partly in wood. Factory Options; Full size spare wheel, heated front seats. Dealer Options; Body side mouldings, carpet mats, full car cover.

EXTERIOR
This exquisite example is the 2+2 Convertible finished in factory original Signal Red, (Code CFC), which compliments the elegant sporting lines of this classic drop-head. First paint credentials are rare and the Signal Red boasts an incredible deep glossy shine and uniform finish that will simply fascinate, even down to the original hand painted twin coachline. The beautiful quality chrome enhancements are mirror bright and the supplying dealer fitted number plates remain. The factory fitted hood with perfect tonneau cover presents as new, thanks to strict garage storage with an additional Jaguar soft cover to fully protect from sun fading. A final incarnation of the captivating XJS marque exceptionally represented in this pristine example.

INTERIOR
A sumptuously sporting and opulent interior is simply outstanding and certainly defies its near 30 years of age! Rare Coffee Leather with Cream piping electric heated seats, (Code SDC), are entirely commensurate with the low 12,218 miles covered. All luxurious soft furnishings are perfect including the inner hood lining. Hand-crafted Figured Sapwood Walnut veneers, (Code EK), are as new with none of the usual crazing or discolouration. The Celebration model specific wooden steering wheel and Jaguar Leaper embossed seats remain true to this special edition. All the controls, switches and gauges function perfectly including the cruise control system and air conditioning. True classic Jaguar indulgence.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The revised 4.0 litre AJ16 engine with twin overhead camshafts and a lightweight alloy cylinder head housing four valves per cylinder offers 238bhp and 382Nm of torque. Power and refinement is guaranteed with 0-60mph despatched in 8.0 seconds and a top speed of 145mph. An entire standard and original engine bay will delight the enthusiast keen to appreciate the mechanical craftsmanship and show circuit. The standard four-speed automatic transmission with switchable Normal and Sport modes operates flawlessly.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory fitted 7 x 16in Celebration Aerosport alloy wheels are in perfect order and instantly attract your gaze with their diamond turned finish. Premium Pirelli Cinturato 225/60 ZR16 tyres fitted all round have masses of tread remaining. The spotless luggage area holds the toolkit and factory optional full size Aerosport spare wheel and virgin tyre whereby even the original plastic wrap to the wheel face has never been removed! The electronically controlled anti-lock braking system with YAW control grips relentlessly to all four discs offering safe, consistent and predictable stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new on the 15th May 1995 by Jaguar Main Dealers, H.A.Fox of Southampton, this unrepeatable example has covered a genuine 12,218 miles from new with just two owners, the second of whom since 1999. A new vehicle sales invoice for £41,591.41 is made out to first owner, Mr R Fraser, who owned the car until 1999 when the car was traded back into the supplying dealer. The second owner, Mr R Barber, purchased the car from H.A.Fox in November 1999 at which time the car had not even reached 8,000 miles. There are even photos kept of the car in the showroom taken as a memento! The history file is every bit as spectacular as the car with 16 Jaguar stamped entries in the service book from the supplying dealer, H.A.Fox. Two Jaguar document wallets hold the service book and all handbooks and point of sale literature. Mr Barber has owned the car for nearly 25 years and the condition and ongoing preservation is a credit to his ownership. A huge and beautifully presented leather-bound folder with pewter plaque bespoke to the car is simply amazing and holds a detailed maintenance log, all corresponding Jaguar main dealer service invoices and every MOT certificate dating back to the first in 1998. In September 2024 the car was taken to a Jaguar Specialist for a major service including gearbox oil, fuel filter and brake fluid as well as a brake overhaul. One for the discerning enthusiast and collector, this stunning example is without question one of the finest examples in existence with a history file to match.

HPI Clear.

Volkswagen Beetle 1300

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An amazing unrestored Volkswagen Beetle 1300 with only 55,882 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Chrome window trim, chrome bumpers, chrome wheel covers, running boards, horn pad with Wolfsburg crest, hazard lights, dash illumination adjustment, interior light, padded dash, collapsible steering column, fuel gauge, assist straps, headlight flasher, two-speed fresh air blower, bezel vents, sill vents, glove box, driver’s door pocket, twin sunvisors, grab handle, coat hooks. Dealer Options; Radiomobile push-button stereo. Accessories; Powder coated roof rack in silver with wooden slats, tunnel storage basket in chrome, fitted car cover, rear seat belts.

EXTERIOR
The unmodified, unspoilt and preserved nature of this delightful Beetle 1300 is truly wonderful and fondly reminiscent of a far simpler motoring age. Finished in Volkswagen Kasan Red/Kasanrot, (Code L30B), the vibrant finish to the paintwork is superb with only very light imperfections consisting of touched in marks and small areas of thin paint on bonnet edges from years of overzealous polishing. All utterly insignificant and underline the remarkable originality. The factory panels are damage free and uniformly even and the doors shut with a reassuring thud. Originality seekers will delight at the original VW etched glass, badges, factory wax injection plugs and inner door shut stickers. Even the octane sticker to the inside of the petrol flap remains fitted! All chrome bumpers and trim pieces are intact and boast a brilliant shine. Fortunately no imitation parts here with the factory fitted Hella headlamps and Hella rear lamps in perfect condition. The underside is excellent and has never been welded, almost unheard of for a Beetle! A delightfully humble and unmolested example of a motoring icon.

INTERIOR
The original black leatherette interior is spotless with all seats and matching door cards fully intact and remarkably free from wear. The factory fitted padded steering wheel with Wolfsburg crest is pristine, as is all other fully functioning controls and switchgear, even the dealer fitted Radiomobile push-button stereo! The factory sticker to the inner glovebox lid remains and the headlining is clean, fully intact and displays only very light discolouration around the rear seams. The front luggage compartment displays factory plates and stickers and houses the original spare wheel still feeding the pneumatic washer system, a system sadly often removed in favour of an electric washer pump. Remarkable.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The matching numbers standard air-cooled rear mounted engine produces 52bhp from its 1285cc displacement enabling a top speed of 78mph with the unmistakable Beetle engine note delightfully pronounced but completely unobtrusive. The engine bay is amazingly clean, exactly as Volkswagen intended and incredibly original. Even the now arguably primitive Volkswagen diagnostics plug remains fitted! The fully synchronized 4-speed gearbox works perfectly offering ease of use once familiarised.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original pressed steel wheels are in superb condition and dressed in immaculate chrome half wheel covers which are original items rather than inferior aftermarket fitment. Brand new and period correct Vredstein Sprint Classic 155 SR15 tyres were sourced from Vintage Tyres in October 2024 at considerable cost. Fully overhauled in October 2024, the dual circuit drums front and rear operate freely, offering modest yet perfectly adequate stopping power when compared to modern vehicles, exactly as they were made!

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 13th October 1972, the supplying Volkswagen Main Dealer was Walter Scott Ltd of Pavillion Road, London. This incredible Beetle 1300 has covered a genuine warranted 55,882 miles from new. Only very rarely does a classic car come with such an amazing history file, which in this instance begins with the original service booklet containing the supplying dealer stamp plus a further 40 stamped entries from 1972 to October 2024! Each entry records the date and mileage to fully verify the authenticity and illustrate the cars continual enjoyment throughout the last 52 years. Furthermore, a huge history folder is beautifully presented with many previous MOT certificates and specialist invoices for service and maintenance work. All original handbooks, guides, warranty book and dealership literature have been kept along with two sets of keys and an original sales brochure. Even the VW Diagnosis Punch Card Booklet with the original build sticker is present!

Sold by KGF Classic Cars in 2018, the car has since remained with the same owner and kept garaged. Attendance at the annual pilgrimage for Volkswagen enthusiasts, the Tatton Park VW Show, saw the car earn runner up prize in the ‘Beetles from 1968 on’ category at the 2023 event. A feature in Classsic Car Weekly dated March 2008 is full of glowing praise. A car that has thankfully evaded the modifiers, neglectful owners and scrappage schemes to now remain one of the best unmolested examples available with amazing supporting history.

Tax exempt, HPI Clear.

Citroen C15 Champ Club Van

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Surely the best Citroen C15 Champ Club Van in existence with only 3,633 Miles?!

EQUIPMENT
Car-derived commercial vehicle with hi-cube load space, flat unobstructed steel floor, 600kg payload capacity, load space volume of 2.66m³, load floor length of 1.65 metres, load height 1.22 metres, internal load space width of 1.55 metres, powerful load compartment light, four cargo anchorage points, half-height steel cargo bulkhead, 90° and pallet-loading 180° rear door retaining clips, body-side rubbing strips, bonnet stone-chip guard, tubular steel rear bumper, wheel trims, door pockets, water temp and brake pad warning light, internal headlamp adjustment, twin adjustable sun visors, headrests, roof and two dash-mounted courtesy lights, 2-speed fan, side demisters, Blaupunkt Dublin C30 stereo cassette, floor carpet, cigar lighter, analogue clock. Dealer Accessories; Mud flaps, C15 tailored rubber floor mats.

EXTERIOR
To claim a 23 year old Citroen C15 van to be in pristine original condition and effectively as good as new would seem rather farfetched, yet in this instance, the compliment is entirely justified. Having covered a genuine 3,633 miles from new, this almost inconceivable example is 100% original and arguably perfect. The Passion Red paintwork, (Code KJFB), is showroom fresh and the famously lightweight panels are pin straight with no dings or markings whatsoever. All trim sections are flawless as are every single fragile decal including the Club stickers, offside wing weights and distribution figures label and diesel sticker above the fuel filler. Further amazing originality features are the supplying dealer number plates, tax disc holder and dealer rear window and Citroen Total stickers. The underside condition is every bit as astonishing as the body! This must be the best in existence?!

INTERIOR
Surprisingly comfortable! The reach and rake adjustable seats are trimmed in 50/50 Bonzai Cloth/Grey Vinyl and in typical French fashion are super soft, just like the suspension! The seats are flawless. Genuine C15 tailored rubberised floor mats protect the pristine carpet and absolutely all trim, door cards, headlining and switchgear is as new. All functions and controls operate perfectly. The real wow factor is the rear load space which appears to have never carried anything, ever! There is not a single mark or scratch to the load floor, side walls, bulkhead or roof. Even PDI markings have survived. This example defies belief in its utter perfection.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
This C15 Champ is powered by the DW8B diesel engine displacing 1868cc and producing 60hp at 4600rpm and 105Nm or torque at just 2500rpm. This reliable diesel engine immediately jumps into life once the pre-heat warning light is off and the wonderfully agricultural engine note is hugely nostalgic from the days when diesels were indestructible! The engine bay is amazing and reflects the incredible low mileage this van has covered with all plates and stickers intact as well as super clean sound insulation and even the brake servo shroud still in one piece! Weighing just 945kg, the performance is lively and the five-speed gearbox is sturdy and tight.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
This delightful C15 Champ has perfect unmarked steel wheels with factory fitted full width wheel trims. The original Michelin 155R 13 MX tyres have been retained for posterity but branded replacement 155/80 R13 tyres are fitted for safety. Hydraulic dual-circuit self-adjusting brakes with servo assistance grip the front discs and rear drums very well. A load sensitive brake limiter valve is fitted to minimise the risk of rear brake lock-up.

HISTORY FILE
Truly astonishing. Supplied new on the 2nd March 2001 by Freeborn Citroen of Southampton to Mr Andrew White of Guildford. The Hire-Purchase Agreement reveals a price paid after interest charges and an APR of 17.2%, of £7,866. Shortly after purchasing and with only 250 miles, Mr White had to park the van in his secure communal garages while he recovered from an operation. There it remained for 12 years surfacing only for its first MOT in 2012 with 270 miles. After three years and now with 281 miles in 2015, Mr White was not able to continue driving and the vehicle was parked up again until 2022 when he sold it to a good friend due to the announcement that the communal garages were to be demolished for development. His friend decided to sell the van and wanted to get it back on the road so took it to a local mechanic where the third and final owner, Mr Medlicott, purchased it before any mechanical works were carried out. Despite his best intentions of wishing to preserve the van with minuscule miles, temptation eventually won Mr Medlicott over and after two agonising years of admiring it, the van was fully recommissioned in June 2024 and he drove it 3,300 miles! Thank goodness guilt quickly set in and the decision to sell the van to KGF Classic Cars was made! All handbooks, service book and manuals within the grey Citroen folder are present. A sales brochure a two keys with dealer fobs are present. Representing a unique opportunity to own a Citroen C15 van that must be the champ of all Champs!

HPI Clear.

Ford Orion 1.6i Ghia Injection

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An outstanding Ford Orion 1.6i Ghia Injection with 30,120 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Grey bodyside mouldings with red insert, polycarbonate body colour toned bumpers with red insert, black ribbed panel at rear, halogen headlamps, tinted glass, tilt/slide sunroof with louvred shutter, heated electric door mirrors, rear windscreen incorporated aerial, central locking, split-fold 60:40 rear seats, centre armrest, electric front windows, front and rear headrests, tachometer, quartz digital clock incorporating date and stopwatch, centre console with integral coin slots, cassette storage, cigarette lighter, Electronic Sound System (ECU2), glove box illumination, boot light. Factory Options; Black paintwork, Alloy Wheels, Anti-Lock Braking System. Accessories; Ford graphic equaliser with power amplifier, Ford mud flaps, Ford rubber mats, Raydyat spot lamps, Gemini Alarm system.

EXTERIOR
The ultimate sporting Orion, the Ghia Injection is highly sought after and few more so than this stunning 30,120 miles example. Finished in gleaming Factory cost optional Black, (Code A 7), the car looks superb from any angle. Incredibly, the car still wears original panels with date stampings and the underside is fabulous with a factory finish free from underseal. All trim sections are in amazing condition with just a few markings to the bonnet and one touched in chip. The Ghia badges to the boot lid and front wings remind the neighbours that this car exudes luxury, yet the bright red inserts to the trim add a splash of sportiness! The car retains its dealer number plates front and rear as well as the rear screen sticker. A preserved example and far superior to the vast majority.

INTERIOR
Trimmed in luxurious Shadow Olivia cloth, (Code LE), with matching door panel inserts, the specialist materials unique to the Ghia model are very clean. The seat material is unworn and retains perfect shape. The coloured keyed cut pile carpet has been protected by genuine Ford rubber ‘waffle’ floor mats from new and the conscientious previous owner even had a plush carpet mats set tailor made to fit over the top of the rubber set! All switchgear and gauges are functional including the original ECU2 stereo with optional power amplifier and graphic equaliser. There are no cracks or warping to the dash plastics and the headling is undamaged. The boot area is immaculate including the spotless boot floor and spare wheel well. An unspoilt retro Ford interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 litre OHC (CVH) MFi 4-cylinder engine features Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and produces 104bhp allowing a top speed of 115mph and 0-60mph in 9.3 seconds. This example drives brilliantly and the standard exhaust system emits the instantly familiar CVH rasp! The engine bay is original and clean and retains all factory plates, stickers and labels. The five-speed manual gearbox is a joy to operate with a positive shift and perfectly weighted clutch movement.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The iconic Orion Ghia Injection ‘Pepper pot’ alloys wheels are an instantly recognisable representative of 1980’s sporting Fords, and those fitted to this example are pristine throughout costing an optional £239.43. A brand new set of premium Uniroyal RainTyre 185/60 R14 were fitted in August 2024 and originality seekers will be pleased to see a correct set of period Pirelli P600 tyres that come with the car. The factory spare tyre has never been used and still showing colouring banding to the tread. The diagonally-split dual line servo assisted braking system with front discs and self-adjusting rear drums are further aided by the factory optional ABS.

HISTORY FILE
Factory records confirm the car rolled off the production line on the 1st May 1987 and was subsequently supplied by Main Dealer, Woking Ford and registered new on the 26th August 1987. The car has covered a verified 30,120 miles from new and remains in stunning unrestored condition. The previous owner, Mr Morgan, purchased it from a club member after extensive searching and for nostalgic reasons. His late father had an identical one brand new and once acquired the personalised registration number was put on it and outings with his mother were enjoyed visiting all their family holiday destinations.

A comprehensive file of invoices and MOT records warrant the low 30,120 miles which accompany all handbooks and the service original book with 19 entries. The most recent service was carried out in September 2024 and a cambelt change is documented in 2021 at 28,302 miles. The car has never had a recorded MOT advisory which speaks volumes for its ongoing cossetted existence! Two sets of keys are present with fobs including a working torch key! A 1987 Ford range brochure with the front page displaying a black Ford Orion Ghia completes the history for this Orion Ghia Injection, the ultimate in sporting luxury!

HPI Clear.

Puch Magnum X

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A one owner from new Puch Magnum X, the play bike that launched champions!

EQUIPMENT
Magura front and rear brake levers, large burn-protection heat shield and shrouds, painted detachable side panels with decals and number mount, MX suspension, stitched vinyl covered padded saddle with Puch emblem, 24in seat height, rear grab handle, Bing 1/17mm carburettor, choke, primer buttonBosch ignition, VDO speedometer, mileage counter, automatic transmission, kick starter, engine kill switch, spring-loaded footsteps, side stand, On-Off-Reserve fuel tap. Accessories: Puch handlebar crash pad.

EXTERIOR
The ultimate 1970’s and 80’s young boys dream is the Puch Magnum X, a lightweight and fully automatic play bike with a simplistic and robust 48.8cc 2-stroke 1-cylinder engine. A very original bike with the white paintwork being available on 1974-1981 examples. The original frame, forks and rear arms are undamaged with only light age-related markings and the stock sticker with frame stamp remains bright and easily legible. The original paintwork and decals to the tank are incredible and the original side shrouds have been painted to correct standards. The factory seat covering with Puch and Magnum X lettering is has no rips or tears and the front fork mounted speedometer is still intact, remarkable considering most were knocked off upon first crash! Deliciously retro!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
A simplistic and robust 48.8cc 2-stroke 1-cylinder engine powers this young petrolheads dream! A power output of 3.5hp at 7000rpm propels this lightweight 83lbs bike along nicely assuming the rider falls within the maximum 98lbs weight limit. After a period of dry storage, a recommissioning process has taken place in September 2024 with fresh pre-mix fuel and 2-stroke oil to correct 50:1 radio and full carburettor rebuild kit. First kick of the starter and it jumps into life eager to provide endless fun! The automatic gearbox and engine kill switch operate as they should. The engine casing and ancillaries are in super condition with the original engine number stamp clearly visible. Perfect for the budding BBC1 Junior Kick Start competitor who is able to travel back in time to 1980-1992 when the programme aired!

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original Sanremo Italian made chromed rims and spokes, 14in to front and 12in to rear, are unrestored and bright with some light pitting. The date stamps are clearly visible. The ultra knobbly Cheug Shin moto-cross tyres have plenty of mud-plugging life left in them and the internal expanding shoe brakes do a fine job of stopping this dirt bike.

HISTORY FILE
The Puch Magnum X is a machine built with the best of what Puch gained throughout nearly a century of experience in the manufacture of motorcycles and is specifically meant for use by children. This very original one owner example is dated as a 1978 build as denoted by the stampings to the wheels rims, one being August ‘78 and the other November ’78, and also confirmed when purchased from the original owner. The owner purchased the bike for his young son as a Christmas present for him to use in the large grounds of their property. The young budding Junior Kick Start rider has enjoyed his Magnum X for 843 miles so it has thoroughly enjoyed, yet the original and undamaged condition clearly shows it has been very well looked after. Having outgrown it, the bike was dry stored for a number of years. Now fully recommissioned and in superb working order ready for the next lucky youngster to enjoy, no matter how old you might be!

Lotus Elise S3

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A sensational Lotus Elise S3 with a miniscule 3,385 miles and utterly pampered.

EQUIPMENT
Ultra-light extruded aluminium bonded construction chassis, composite body panels, aerodynamically optimised rear diffuser, LED front daytime running lamps, LED rear lights, Track Tuned ABS System, Electronic Brake Assist, Cornering Brake Control, Lotus Dynamic Performance Management (Lotus DPM), driver and passenger airbags, passenger footrest, engine start button, remote central door locking, electric windows, radio/CD and MP3 player. Touring Pack; Leather seats with choice of leather colour, padded leather door panels, leather door inserts, leather trimmed centre console, black leather handbrake lever gaiter, black carpet mats with embroidered Elise logo, noise insulation panelling, auxiliary driving lights, trinket tray and cup holder, cruise control. Factory Options; Power Pack Sports Exhaust Upgrade.

EXTERIOR
A truly cossetted example having covered just 3,385 miles from new, this stunning Elise S3 is finished in factory original Solid Red Mono, (Code C183). Pampered and garaged stored, this example has only ever seen fair weather road use and the bodywork and underside condition reflects this. The muscular and aggressive lines are beautifully proportioned with no noteworthy imperfections. The aluminium underside with bright orange epoxy resin bonding is bright and even the fragile underside jacking stickers remain attached! Wheel arch apertures are immaculate and the chassis number to the offside front remains. A beautifully presented Elise.

INTERIOR
Engineering excellence is built into the interior with the aim to save weight and provide ultimate driver focused enjoyment with generous specification courtesy of the factory optional Touring Pack. The Touring Pack sports buckets seats are trimmed in Ebony Black leather to which the condition reflects the very low mileage. The exposed aluminium chassis and Elise carpet mats are super clean and unworn. The wide inner-sills are unmarked and all controls function correctly including the ice cold air conditioning and cruise control! A spotless rear luggage compartment houses the tyre repair equipment and toolkit. An interior Colin Chapman would be proud of!

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The mid-mounted engine is the heart and soul of the car. Fitted with the ultra-reliable yet exhilarating Toyota 1ZR-FAE engine, the power output is quoted at 134 bhp at a dizzy 6800rpm. The engine compartment is spotlessly clean with the desirable Power Pack Sports Exhaust fitted to enhance the adrenalin-fuelled experience. A close ratio 6-speed gearbox compliments the engine’s character to ensure lightning responses and acceleration from 0-60mph in just 6.0 seconds and a top speed of 127mph. Comprehensive service history ensures optimal performance and peace of mind.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Special ultra-light weight 12-spoke design cast alloy wheels are 16in to front with wider 17in rims to the rear which really aids the cars aggressive stance. Finished in Hi-power silver, all rims display a near perfect factory original finish with only one single spoke showing a minuscule scratch. Factory fitted Yokohama Advan tyres of size 175/55 R16 up front and 225/45 R17 to the rear retain ample even tread, a sure sign the car has not been tracked. The braking system incorporates Track Tuned ABS System with Electronic Brake Assist and Cornering Brake Control. The 288mm all-round cross drilled and ventilated brake discs feature AP Racing front and Brembo rear callipers all in rime condition.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new by Lotus Cars on the 25th July 2016, this Elise S3 has covered a warranted 3,385 miles from new. A comprehensive service history includes five stamped entries in the service booklet with the most recent service just carried out in September 2024. All handbooks, guides and point of sale literature is held in the green Lotus document wallet and there are two remote keys with code tags and an original Elise range brochure. A file of corresponding service invoices and every MOT certificate dating back to the first in 2019 completes the history file.

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Honda Civic Type R GT FN2

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A thrilling Honda Civic FN2 Type R GT with just 48,553 miles and full history.

EQUIPMENT
Vehicle Stability Assist, twin chrome exhaust, mirror integrated indicators, body colour side sill and bumper garnish, body colour rear spoiler, dual front and side airbags, ISOFIX, CAT 1 interior and perimeter alarm, refrigerated glovebox, Type-R Alcantara sports seats, leather covered steering wheel with red ‘R’ stitching, dual-zone dashboard, red engine start button, i-VTEC rev indicator, rev limit light. Type R GT Specification; Power folding door mirrors, automatic headlights, automatic rain sensing wipers, front fog lamps, dual curtain airbags, cruise control, dual zone climate control. Factory Options; Red ambient footwell lighting. Dealer Accessories; Tailored Type R floor mats.

EXTERIOR
This cherished and factory standard Type R is the highly sought-after GT model having covered just 48,553 from new. Finished in one of four colours available at the time, (Milano Red – Code R81), the paintwork is simply stunning. A bright uniform shine to the pin straight bodywork will please an individual wanting a preserved, unspoilt and factory correct example. A number of touched in frontal stone chips are visible and all wheel arch apertures and door shuts are spotlessly clean. All bumpers, spoilers, trim and badges are intact and in excellent condition, as are the light clusters which remain clear with none of the common plastic fatigue. Supplying Honda main dealer number plates remain fitted. A proud example of this Type R icon.

INTERIOR
The brilliant body-hugging Type-R racing Alcantara seats, (Code SMT 8), are in excellent order with firm wear free bolsters and none of the common bobbling to the Alcantara fabric. Huge wings to the front seats, red seat panel inserts and Type R embossment are a less than subtle reminder that this really is no ordinary Civic! The carpets have been protected from new by genuine Tyre R embossed floor mats and the matching door cards are in excellent order. The futuristic fascia and trim are immaculate and all functions, controls and head-up displays are perfect in operation along with the ice-cold dual climate control. The small plaque on the centre console informs you that the car is build number R-19625. The boot area is pristine and has the original puncture repair equipment and toolkit.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Little introduction is needed for the engineering wonderment that is Honda’s legendary naturally aspirated engines and their phenomenal capabilities, and the chain driven K20Z4 i-VTEC in this FN2 Civic remains in factory standard form. From just a 2.0 litre powerplant, Honda engineers have developed an incredible 198bhp with the VTEC system engaging at 5400rpm and maximum power output at an awesome 8200rpm! A top speed of 146mph along with 0-62mph in just 6.6 seconds is enough to embarrass many a performance car with much larger six-cylinder engines. The engine bay is spotless and exactly as Honda intended with all factory stickers and plates intact as well as the bright red crackle finish cam cover suffering none of the common flaking affecting many examples. The slick 6-speed manual short-throw gearbox allow rapid slingshot gear changes.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Standard 18in alloy wheels are very good condition with no kerb markings and only light scratches. The Honda centre caps are in superb order. Matching premium brand Bridgestone Potenza 225/40R18 tyres are fitted all-round with excellent tread. The sophisticated braking system features ABS with Electronic Brake-Force Distribution and emergency brake assist and the correct silver Type R callipers are clearly visible through the huge spoke apertures, all spotless.

HISTORY FILE
Manufactured in Swindon, England build number R-19625 was first registered on 30th April 2009. Supplied as a UK car by Main Dealer, Stratstone Honda in Doncaster, this example has covered just 48,553 miles from new in the hands of just two former owners. The previous mature owner purchased the car in 2014 as a Honda Approved Used Car from Mansfield Honda and has cherished the car for the last ten years, always garaged.

The comprehensive service history consists of the original service book with 13 evidenced services, 11 of which were Honda Main Dealer. In July 2024 a full service was carried out by a performance car specialist. All handbooks, manuals and dealership point of sale literature are included in the leather document wallet and there are two original Honda remote keys with code tags and supplying dealer leather fobs. A further large history folder contains corresponding service invoices and MOT certificates. Completing the history file is an original Honda Type R range brochure, price list and options brochure. This low mileage, cherished and unspoilt example will not disappoint.

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Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 2.0GLi

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A very early F registration Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3 2.0GLi with just 20,868 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Laminated windscreen, green tinted glass with windscreen shadeband, safety crumple zones, rigid passenger safety cell, silver coloured front grille, dark grey bodyside protection mouldings, black rear number plate panel, colour coded bumpers, locking fuel cap, halogen headlamps, power assisted steering (PAS), electric front windows, central locking, tilt/slide sunroof, electric heated mirrors, quartz clock, cigar lighter, centre console with cassette storage, illuminated glove locker, vanity mirror, underbonnet lamp, Philips DC670 radio cassette with automatic electric aerial. Factory Options; Two-coat metallic paint. Dealer Options; Vauxhall Mudflaps.

EXTERIOR
This wonderfully nostalgic Vauxhall Cavalier Mk3, a once common sight on UK roads and instantly familiar to many, is now seldom seen and this example remains in beautiful original condition having covered just 20,868 miles from new! Finished in factory original Haze Blue Metallic, (Code E 261), a cost option when ordered new, the paintwork boasts a wonderful bright uniform shine and polished finish. Only very light markings and carefully touched in chips are visible and common troublesome areas such as the rear wheel arches are original and in great shape. Garaged from new, all factory panels are damage free and the superb underside is free from excess applied underseal to allow easy inspection of the fantastic structural integrity. The factory glass, GM Carello headlights, badges and trim sections are in excellent order and radio security stickers and ‘Made in West Germany’ rear window label remain. The condition of this unmolested and cherished Cavalier is certain to impress even the most ardent scrutineer. Retro motoring at its best!

INTERIOR
A spotlessly clean, functional and period Vauxhall interior is sure to delight fans of the Griffin badged cars! The original Matlock Velour trim in Blue, (Code 111), is in very good order with no rips or worn bolsters. The matching colour keyed door cards and headlining are pristine, and the fleece carpets are preserved. Prominent natural veins to the steering wheel and gear knob are an obvious trait of such a low mileage example. All controls, switch gear and displays function except the radio. The immaculate boot floor has the factory insulating panel, PDI chalk scribe and the original polystyrene moulding holds the jack and wheel brace. A comfortable modern classic remaining just as it did when the MK3 Cavalier ‘Sierra Beater’ was launched in 1988.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
This Cavalier GL features the desired 2.0i 1998cc OHC four-cylinder engine with automatic choke developing 115bhp at 5200rpm and 175Nm of torque at 2600rpm. This example having covered just 20,868 miles drives perfectly and the quiet yet free-revving engine is a delight. The engine bay is spotlessly clean, unaltered and displays original panel stampings, plates and stickers and factory protective wax. The five-speed manual transmission is tight and precise.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The original 14in wheels wear the correct GL specification hubcaps which are in remarkable condition with only a few markings. Vauxhall experts will note the 14in wheels and hub caps as opposed the otherwise identical 13in fitment for lower engine models as well as the square as opposed to the rounded griffin badges on the hub caps as fitted to the earlier models. Premium brand Uniroyal 195/60 R14 tyres have covered just a few hundred miles having been fitted new in 2021. Diagonally split dual circuit brakes with direct-action servo assistance feature 9.3in front discs and 7.9in rear drums to bring the car to a steady and assured halt.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 31st January 1989, this exceptional example has covered just 20,868 miles from new and was one of the very first MK3 Cavalier’s sold on a F prefix registration plate, the new model only having been launched three months prior. The car was supplied directly from leasing company, Jessups Fleet and Commercial in Romford, and was believed to have been ordered for the wife of a wealthy businessman. At roughly a year old the car was sold as an approved used car by Gates Group Ford to the second owner who kept the car until 2020. KGF Classic Cars sold the car to a collector in 2021 and we are delighted the car has found it’s way back to us, ready for the next lucky owner to appreciate.

The original Vauxhall vehicle literature pack contains all handbooks, radio guide and dealership point of sale paraphernalia along with the service book with eight entries, and all servicing and maintenance is fully up to date. Two keys are present including the original working Vauxhall torch key and there is even an Edition No 1 Cavalier range brochure from 1989! This beautifully preserved and unmolested Cavalier is a credit to its long-term custodian and subsequent keepers. Capable, practical and comfortable retro motoring, a guaranteed hit at shows.

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