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1971 Bond Bug 700ES

A much-loved example of Tom Karen's futuristic 'fun car' design from 42-years ownership.

ESTIMATE: £8,000 - £10,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA

BODY COLOUR
Brilliant Tangerine
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
DNN 67J
ODOMETER READING
40732 Miles

SUMMARY

A much-loved example of Tom Karen's futuristic 'fun car' design from 42-years ownership.

DESCRIPTION

Powered by a front-mounted 700cc Reliant light-alloy, four-cylinder offering 32bhp and 78mph
The 700ES was the upmarket version fitted with an improved head, better seats, more padding, mud flaps, a spare wheel, and an ashtray!
Finished in the obligatory Brilliant Tangerine with Black trim

Full details to follow.

SPECIFICATION

Make: BOND
Model: BUG 700 ES
Registration Number: DNN 67J
MOT Expiry: 13/03/2026
Chassis Number: BB60576ES
Engine Number: 168089
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Brilliant Tangerine

GALLERY

139

SPECIALIST

Richard Greenhalgh
Car Specialist
07948 152921
richard@iconicauctioneers.com

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SCORE:

85 / 135

Exterior

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Remarks

Ideally needs a respray or just fine to use as is, but if you want it pristine you might want to get it resprayed. Spare paint comes with the car.

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Old leather, a few rips and cracks. I think the interior is generally all original other than the side panels.

Engine

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All the clocks work. All the lights work.

Vehicle History

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Comes with Spare engine, gearbox, and a few others parts. I purchased the car in 1983, a non-runner. My dad who was a mechanic and got it running again. Then for the next 37 years it would come out of the garage for the brakes and get it running, drive it a day or two and then go back into the garage. In 2021 I decided to get the Bug done properly so I sent it to a respected Classic Car Specialist, where they stripped the car right down. We sent the car over to Composite Specialist where they repaired the body, fixed the body and strengthened it. It then went back to the Classic Car Specialist, where they put the car back together with a lot of new parts. They then got an MOT to check their work for peace of mind. In 2023 the clutch went so I contacted a garage where they got it fixed as I will be hopefully selling it, I asked for an MOT so that people could see that it was a good buy. So you can see that the car is sound, the only thing it needs now is a spray - job done. It doesn't stop you enjoying your drive.

About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

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If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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