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Results: Bonhams Classic Car and Motorcycle Auction, Harrogate, 12th November 2014

Published 13 November 2014

Bonhams quickly posted results for its 12^th November Harrogate sale of classic cars and motorcycles. The most outstanding price was £35,650 paid for a 1943 Willys Jeep.

Totally restored with a complete spec of shovels, panniers, towropes, etc., even a new body. One of the best GPWs you are ever likely to find, hence estimated £18,000 - £22,000. Sold for £35,650 including premium.

Highest pre-sale estimates were £70,000 - £90,000 for a 1962 E-Type 3.8 S1 coupe or a 2001 Bentley Continental R Le Mans Coupe. The E Type did not sell but the Bentley made £102,300 inc.

Next highest £60,000 - £70,000 for a 1953 Healey 100/4, sold for £68,700 inc.

There was a choice of Rolls Royce Phantom Vs, either a limousine or hearse, both estimated £35,000 - £40,000. The 1975 limousine sold for £39,100 inc.

Of the more interesting or oddball lots features in our preview:

c1920 Hillman two-seat tourer. Complete, but needs recommissioning. We said, "1920s classics have yet to take off price-wise, but they don’t make them any more so now might be a very good time to get in there and invest." Estimated £3,000 - £5,000. Sold for £10,350 inc.

1971 MGB roadster fitted with 4.6V8 in 2010. Exceptionally good-looking car fitted with Costcast engine and beautifully presented. Bereavement sale. Estimated £15,000 - £20,000. Sold for £20,700 inc.

1980 Volvo 244DL saloon. Shovelfront, hearing-aid beige Volvo 244 of the type, usually driven very slowly and carefully. This one has only 11,500 certified miles and two owners from new. Estimated £4,000 - £6,000. Sold for £4,485 inc.

1956 Matchless 593cc Model G Project. Early Matchless G11 presented in ‘barn find’ condition for restoration. Estimated £700 - £900. Sold for £2,875 inc.

1984 Suzuki 673cc XN85 Turbo. Based on the GS650, but chain instead of shaft drive. Top speed 130mph. Fully documented restoration. Estimated £3,500 - £4,500. Sold for £6,900 inc.

1980 Honda 626cc CB 650Z. Nicely restored and offered with all paperwork. Estimated £2,000 - £3,000. Sold for £2,875 inc.

Full Results at Bonhams Harrogate 12^th November 2014 Results.

Honest John Classics has a stand at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show at the NEC 14th - 16th November. Hope to see you there.