- Total sales of £5,000,000* achieved during evening Salon Privé auction held on Friday 4 September
- Star lots included a 1968 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Volante, which sold for £900,000*, a 2010 Porsche 911 997 GT2 RS at £315,000*, a 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS which left the auction room for £137,250* and a 1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV that went under the hammer for £185,000*
- Second-ever Salon Privé Sale with auction partner, Silverstone Auctions, held in the grounds of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire
Silverstone, 8 September 2015
Silverstone Auctions’ second-ever Salon Privé sale has been a resounding success. Held in the grounds of Blenheim Palace on Friday 4 September, the auction house sold a plethora of noteworthy cars, generating a total sales value of £5,000,000*.
Headlining the evening’s sale was an original 1968 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Volante. The car, one of 29 built, was sold for £900,000* – £75,000 over its lower estimate. Finished in striking and original California Sage Green paintwork with contrasting natural tan hide interior, the UK-supplied example was sold with full inspection from Aston Martin specialists as well as a full service and remedial works being carried out.
Proving that Porsche prices are continuing to rise, a pair of limited edition Porsche 911 997s were auctioned and achieved superb results. The first, a 2011 Porsche 997 GT3 RS 4.0 achieved £281,250* – £31,250 over its lower estimate. The car was one of only 600 cars produced by the marque to celebrate the last-ever 997 variant of the iconic 911. Another rare 997 leaving the auction room was a 2010 Porsche 911 GT2 RS – one of the fastest-ever production Porsches available. The striking one of 16 UK-supplied RHD cars achieved £315,000*.
Another classic Porsche spiked the interest of bidders – a 1986 911 SuperSport, which was offered with a mere 743kms on the clock at ‘no reserve’ and achieved £163,125*.
Ferrari models were equally in demand – a 1989 328 GTS achieved a price of £137,250* – £27,250 over its lower estimate. The car, which had covered just 1600 miles since new, was once held in Mohammed Al-Fayed’s car collection.
A modern 1999 Ferrari 550 Maranello was also sold for a significant figure. The UK-supplied RHD car, finished in Argento Nurburgring paint with contrasting Bordeaux red interior left the auction room for £110,250* – £45,250 over its lower estimate.
A further Italian supercar caught the attention of the Salon Privé buyers – a 1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV, finished in gleaming Blue Scuro paintwork, sold for £185,000* – £45,000 over its lower estimate. The one-of-three UK RHD specification Diablo variant came complete with sports exhaust and 5.7-litre V12 engine.
Nick Whale, managing director of Silverstone Auctions, says: “The Salon Privé Sale is one of our headline sales of the year – it has been a true pleasure to return to this superb event and sell some of the most iconic and desirable modern and classic cars. Silverstone Auctions is a leader in Seventies, Eighties and Nineties classics – exactly the cars that received the highest prices of the night.
“The auction’s atmosphere was electric – with telephone and online bidders competing with buyers in the Garden Room marquee at Blenheim Palace. The prices achieved were testament to the quality and significance of the cars presented.”
Consignments are now being invited into The Porsche Sale, with interest placed on high-end classic and modern Porsches. The sale is held in conjunction with Porsche Club GB and takes place on Sunday 25 October. Anyone interested in submitting an entry and benefitting from Silverstone Auctions’ expertise and support can call +44 (0) 1926 691 141
full list of lots
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SE – Just 5,700 kmsLot: 201
An amazing 5,700 kms covered in 30 years!
Sold for (£): 15,700
1975 Mercedes-Benz 280SLC – 16,500 kmsLot: 202
One of the finest examples to roll off the Sindelfingen factory…
Sold for (£): 21,375
1988 Daimler Double Six Series III – Just 3,300kmsLot: 203
Surely one of the best examples still surviving to this day.
Sold for (£): 14,625
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC – 38,000 kmsLot: 204
A low mileage ‘modern classic’ in stunning condition.
Sold for (£): 26,487
1986 Porsche 911 SuperSport – 743kmsLot: 205
A true time warp car showing a mere 743kms!
Sold for (£): 163,125
1971 Lotus Elan Sprint DHCLot: 206
A tastefully restored car which we wholly commend to you…..
Estimate (£): 35,000 – 40,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1966 Mercedes-Benz 230SL PagodaLot: 207
In this condition and at this guide it surely makes investment sense…
Estimate (£): 55,000 – 65,000
Sold for (£): 58,500
1987 Porsche 911 Supersport Cabriolet Lot: 208
1 of just 16 right hand drive examples
Sold for (£): 67,500
1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 SE CabrioletLot: 209
A restored and original right-hand drive 250SE Cabriolet.
Estimate (£): 65,000 – 75,000
Sold for (£): 67,500
1971 De Tomaso Pantera ‘Pulsante’ – The Hawaii 5-0 CarLot: 210
1971 De Tomaso Pantera ‘Pulsante’ with a fantastic history.
Estimate (£): 90,000 – 110,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1968 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage Volante Lot: 211
An original DB6 Vantage Volante – 1 of 29 ever manufactured.
Estimate (£): 825,000 – 925,000
Sold for (£): 900,000
1979 Ferrari 308 GTBLot: 212
Desirable steel bodied, carburettor car……
Estimate (£): 60,000 – 70,000
Sold for (£): 84,375
1964 Ferrari 330 GT Series ILot: 213
A lifetime of love and good looks to boot!
Estimate (£): 190,000 – 220,000
Sold for (£): 196,875
1954 Lancia Aurelia B20 GT Series IVLot: 214
A stunning Series lV right-hand drive Lancia Aurelia.
Estimate (£): 85,000 – 100,000
Sold for (£): 95,625
1995 AC Cobra MkIVLot: 215
3,300 miles from new and an automatic!
Estimate (£): 90,000 – 110,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1973 Porsche 911 2.7 RS TouringLot: 216
The most powerful road-going Porsche ever produced at the time.
Estimate (£): 450,000 – 550,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1951 Jaguar XK120 RoadsterLot: 217
A lovely early XK120 in beautiful condition.
Estimate (£): 75,000 – 90,000
Sold for (£): 92,250
2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 Lot: 218
A truly breathtaking Porsche. 1 owner and only 3,900 miles.
Estimate (£): 250,000 – 300,000
Sold for (£): 281,250
1974 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 RoadsterLot: 219
A restored Series III V12 Roadster in Indigo Blue………
Estimate (£): 110,000 – 130,000
Sold for (£): 112,000
1995 Ferrari 355 GTS ManualLot: 220
Regarded by many as the last really pretty Ferrari, the 355 was…
Sold for (£): 52,875
1972 Porsche 911T 2.4 CoupéLot: 221
A beautifully restored, matching numbers Porsche 911T.
Estimate (£): 70,000 – 80,000
Sold for (£): 73,125
1963 Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage Lot: 222
Ready to be driven and appreciated, a matching numbers DB4 Series V…
Estimate (£): 675,000 – 775,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1998 Lamborghini Diablo SVLot: 223
Very topical, one of three UK RHD Blue Scuro Diablos.
Estimate (£): 140,000 – 160,000
Sold for (£): 185,000
2003 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage VolanteLot: 224
A one owner, very low mileage, Works serviced Aston Martin DB7 Vantage…
Estimate (£): 40,000 – 50,000
Sold for (£): 61,875
1934 Bentley 3 1/2 Litre Three-Position Drophead Coupe by Thrupp & MaberlyLot: 225
An original ‘Derby’ Bentley 3 ½ litre – Dry stored…
Estimate (£): 60,000 – 80,000
Sold for (£): 93,000
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE Series II 2+2 CoupeLot: 226
The 1962 Paris Motor Show Ferrari 250GTE.
Estimate (£): 300,000 – 350,000
Sold for (£): 331,875
1954 Bentley R-Type Continental FastbackLot: 227
A beautiful R-Type Continental that has been in England since new.
Estimate (£): 900,000 – 1,100,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1975 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 MFI TargaLot: 228
One of only six UK model Carrera MFI Targas.
Estimate (£): 80,000 – 100,000
Sold for (£): Result to follow
2009 Ferrari F430 ScuderiaLot: 229
Only 85km from new…..!
Estimate (£): 200,000 – 230,000
Sold for (£): 225,000
1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II DropheadLot: 230
Never can a journey be more of an experience…
Estimate (£): 380,000 – 420,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1958 AC Ace BristolLot: 231
An AC Ace Bristol that’s ready for Summer.
Estimate (£): 180,000 – 220,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 DaytonaLot: 232
Perhaps an unrepeatable opportunity at today’s guide price….?
Estimate (£): 500,000 – 550,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GTLot: 233
Unique Ferrari Dino 246 GT – 1 registered keeper and only 23,000 miles.
Estimate (£): 285,000 – 325,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1960 Mercedes-Benz 190 SLLot: 234
Very pretty 190SL in the best colour combination.
Estimate (£): 70,000 – 85,000
Sold for (£): 76,500
1970 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2Lot: 235
Front-engined V12 Ferrari, Pininfarina design, restored and looking…
Estimate (£): 145,000 – 165,000
Sold for (£): 185,625
1960 Porsche 356B T5Lot: 236
A superb example, fresh from restoration!
Sold for (£): 58,500
1964 Ferrari 330 GT Series ILot: 237
V12 60’s Ferrari continental cruiser. “Molto Bello”
Estimate (£): 185,000 – 225,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1968 Iso Grifo 7-LitreLot: 238
A super rare and truly stunning 1968 Iso Grifo 7-litre…
Estimate (£): 225,000 – 275,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1989 Ferrari 328 GTSLot: 239
A highly collectable Ferrari 328 GTS – just 1600 miles from new.
Estimate (£): 110,000 – 130,000
Sold for (£): 137,250
1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Ponton CabrioletLot: 240
Expertly restored and tastefully upgraded to be assured of the greatest…
Estimate (£): 130,000 – 160,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1993 Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6Lot: 241
A very butch 964 Turbo 3.6 – 1 of 31 UK-Supplied cars.
Estimate (£): 160,000 – 180,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1979 Ferrari 512 BBLot: 242
UK 512 BB reading only 15,660 miles from new!
Estimate (£): 300,000 – 350,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1957 Aston Martin DB2/4 MkII SaloonLot: 243
A most capable and sporting Gentleman’s Express….
Estimate (£): 240,000 – 270,000
Sold for (£): 258,000
1992 Porsche 911 (964) Carrera RS TouringLot: 244
A very serious motor car, not for the faint hearted…
Estimate (£): 110,000 – 140,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1999 Ferrari 550 MaranelloLot: 245
The perfect European Grand Tourer.
Estimate (£): 65,000 – 75,000
Sold for (£): 110,250
1960 Aston Martin DB4 Series II SaloonLot: 246
A very presentable right-hand drive DB4 Series II with a great…
Estimate (£): 380,000 – 420,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1992 Porsche 911 Turbo S LeichtbauLot: 247
An opportunity to own a dazzling piece of Porsche history…
Estimate (£): 390,000 – 420,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Series 1 FHCLot: 248
An original UK, right hand drive, well sorted example of an E-Type.
Estimate (£): 55,000 – 65,000
Sold for (£): 60,750
2010 Porsche 997 GT2 RSLot: 249
2,000 miles from new – RHD, C16, GT2 RS in stunning order.
Estimate (£): 300,000 – 350,000
Sold for (£): 315,000
1964 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III ConvertibleLot: 250
A seamless convertible Rolls-Royce in exemplary order throughout…
Estimate (£): 240,000 – 260,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
2014 Rolls-Royce WraithLot: 251
A 3,500 miles from new, stunning Rolls-Royce Wraith.
Estimate (£): 165,000 – 180,000
Sold for (£): 180,000
1974 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster, Just 19,500miles from newLot: 252
Fewer than 20,000 miles travelled and a coveted existence from new….
Estimate (£): 95,000 – 115,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1995 Ferrari 456 GT ManualLot: 253
Unparalleled sports car ownership for a relatively modest outlay…
Estimate (£): 35,000 – 40,000
Sold for (£): 39,375
2005 Lamborghini MurcielagoLot: 254
One of Lamborghini’s finest and most eye-catching creations.
Estimate (£): 100,000 – 120,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1969 Lynx-Jaguar XKSSLot: 255
A unique opportunity to acquire the ultimate Lynx XKSS this year.
Estimate (£): 220,000 – 250,000
Sold for (£): 247,500
2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia – VAT QualifyingLot: 256
Rare ‘Light Azzurro’, left hand drive, one owner F430 Scuderia.
Estimate (£): 90,000 – 110,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1997 Ferrari F355 BerlinettaLot: 257
Faster than a 12 cylinder 512TR around the Fiorano test track…
Estimate (£): 50,000 – 60,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
2000 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Lot: 258
A handsome DB7 Vantage reading only 12,850 miles.
Estimate (£): 40,000 – 45,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1997 Porsche 911 993 Targa ManualLot: 259
The 993 was the last of the Porsche 911 range to feature air…
Estimate (£): 45,000 – 55,000
Sold for (£): 47,812
2013 ‘Works’ Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Lot: 260
A key piece of Motorsport heritage – the iconic ‘Billie…
Estimate (£): 170,000 – 190,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
1963 Alvis TD21 SaloonLot: 261
A low ownership, distinguished classic, with a history of TLC
Estimate (£): 40,000 – 45,000
Sold for (£): 39,375
1958 Jaguar XK150 S 3.4 RoadsterLot: 262
A very rare XK150 S Roadster in super condition.
Estimate (£): 90,000 – 110,000
Sold for (£): Unsold
*All prices quoted include sales fees
Formed in 2011, Silverstone Auctions is a world-class, specialist auction house for the sale of classic cars, modern supercars, all types of competition cars, modern and historic motorcycles as well as automotive memorabilia.
The company holds the exclusive automotive auction rights for Silverstone circuit and hosts sales as stand-alone events as well as an integrated element of some of Europe’s biggest motorsport events such as the Silverstone Classic festival.
In addition to sales at the circuit, it also hosts a number of auctions each year at other major classic car events including the NEC Classic Motor Show, Race Retro and Salon Privé.
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