1994 Jaguar XJ-S 4.0-Litre Convertible - Manual, Unregistered, 291 miles from new £100,000 - £120,000

Everyone who has window shopped or attended an auction will have seen their share of classics with glistening paint and low miles. But what drives people to buy and collect like this, well the reasons are many. Sometimes its fate and cars are squirreled away because of medical reasons or a death in the family, others see them solely as investments, whilst for some it’s the sheer passion of collecting and preserving, but whatever the reason they always perform strongly when they come to auction. This selection is sure to make hearts beat faster and keep bidders bidding at Silverstone Auctions next sale on Saturday May 20th at Sywell Aerodrome, Northampton.

Straight from Jaguar's inner sanctum having covered just 291 miles this 1994 Jaguar XJ-S 4-Litre Convertible is one of the most desirable cars of its time and remains ageless fitted with a manual 5 speed gearbox, exceptionally rare in an XJ-S, making for a far more sporting drive. The car has been part of a private collection within Jaguar and has never been sold or even registered, however, the time has now come for a new owner to acquire this amazing, 291 miles from new, time-warp example. One for the 'true' collector, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Conceived as a comfortable and long-legged 'Grand Tourer', rather than an out-and-out sports car like the preceding E-Type, the XJ-S made use of Jaguar's extensively developed XJ6/XJ12 saloon platform and running gear. Shorter in the wheelbase than its four-door siblings, the XJ-S debuted at the 1976 Frankfurt Motor Show as a V12-powered coupé, with six-cylinder and soft-top versions following in the 1980s, the expected ban on open cars having failed to materialise. One of the most important developments in the evolution of the V12-powered XJ-S was the introduction of the HE (High Efficiency) engine in 1981. Incorporating a new design of cylinder head, this more fuel-efficient unit enabling the top-of-the-range XJ-S to meet tighter worldwide emissions legislation. The long-lived XJ-S would go on to become Jaguar's best-selling sports car ever, with well in excess of 115,000 finding homes by the time production ceased in April 1996.

Remaining with Jaguar since the day of its production on 21/09/1994, this manual gearbox 4.0-litre, six-cylinder car is a rare find indeed. Unique is a word frequently misused, however, in this case, it seems appropriate, as we can't believe there can be too many 29-year-old XJS' in this condition having covered just 291 miles from new!
It is finished in black with a Nimbus Grey leather interior and black soft top and presents in the condition you would expect for the indicated mileage even retaining some of that distinctive new car smell. The original books, manuals and service book are all present.

UK-supplied with the desirable manual gearbox, an incredible 4,793 miles from new and in the care of its enthusiast owner for 16 years.
At the Geneva Show in March 1999, as a replacement for their much-admired F355, Ferrari introduced the 360 Modena to critical acclaim and, not unsurprisingly, within weeks there was a two-year waiting list. The 355 was a tough act to follow, but the 360 was rather special: its all-aluminium construction (a first for Ferrari) was revolutionary, resulting in a much lighter car along with increased rigidity (40% lighter than the 355's steel platform but also nearly 30% stiffer), whilst also improving the under-body aerodynamics using knowledge gained from Ferrari's F1 programme. All this combined with the flowing Pininfarina lines, computer-controlled suspension, a staggering 400bhp, 0-60 in 4.4 seconds and 186mph - immediately made its predecessor, the excellent 355, feel rather dated.
The Modena also saw a new word introduced into Ferrari reviews: 'reliability'. The engineering had been more thoroughly thought through, and this was (and still is) reflected in lower servicing costs than for earlier mid-engined examples of the Prancing Horse. Higher levels of quality too meant that the 360 became one of the first truly modern Ferraris that could realistically be used every day. That didn't detract from the excitement factor, however, with strong performance, a searing engine note and a very capable chassis.
Offered here is a UK-supplied, right-hand drive 360 Modena that is fitted with the rare and desirable manual gearbox. It's classically finished in Rosso Corsa with Crema leather and has covered just 4,793 miles from new.
Our vendor purchased this lovely 360 in 2007 and, as can be seen from our images, the car has patently been cherished in his caring ownership. He is, in fact, the car's second owner but is showing as the third registered keeper having bought it initially through his business before transferring it to personal ownership. The service records indicate that the Modena's most recent attention was in October 2021 by marque specialist Bell Sport & Classic and the car's tan leather wallet that contains all the dealer-supplied owners and system manuals etc. appears as well cared for as the rest of the car.

These rare, manual gearbox 360s are becoming harder to find and, in this superb condition with such low mileage, this is undoubtedly a collector-grade example that may well be hard to repeat. Truly immaculate, with a detailed history and sensibly guided we welcome and encourage your viewing of this delightful Ferrari.

Number 40 of the limited run of just 50, end of the line, Vanquish S Ultimate Editions, retrimmed in period. Only 522km from new and unregistered on a NOVA declaration.
An entirely new Aston Martin for the 21st Century, the V12 Vanquish debuted at the Geneva Auto Show in March 2001, with deliveries commencing a few months later. The Vanquish became, as intended, the marque’s flagship model and the Newport Pagnell factory saw an extensive multi-million-pound refurbishment to accommodate it, gaining a new assembly line, paint shop, rolling road and water test facility. The car’s launch was hailed by the automotive press and whilst domestic dealerships took the predicted fountain-penned signatures of the traditional Aston buyer, the international glitterati needed a bit more persuading. Enter stage right via the famous gun barrel and iconic theme tune, the best ambassador, since 1964, of the marque, Mr James Bond, and his worldwide audience.
The 2002 film Die Another Day, with Pierce Brosnan as the ultimate secret agent, showcased the new Vanquish in the best advertisement imaginable for any new supercar. Amidst the explosions and machine gun fire the Vanquish not only looked fantastic but was obviously capable of epic performance. Fame and gadgets aside, the Vanquish was recognised as one of the ten most beautiful cars ever built by Autocar Magazine in April 2022. Built with two interior configurations, firstly as a two-seater with a rear parcel shelf, and what later became known as the 2+2 with the addition of a couple of child-friendly rear seats.
Launched in 2004, the Vanquish S saw significant upgrades within the engine bay over the initial launch model producing 520 bhp, an output good enough to whistle the S up to 200mph. The previously optional, Sports Dynamic Pack of enhanced steering, suspension and brakes came as standard with the S. By 2006, it was apparent that both the days of the V12 Vanquish and indeed Aston Martin production at Newport Pagnell were drawing to an end and a new era was being planned.


In early 2007, Aston announced the final version of the V12 Vanquish S, the Ultimate Edition of just fifty cars. The Ultimate Editions were special, not just as the final production run of the 2,589 Vanquishes, but the cars marked the end of fifty years of manufacturing at Newport Pagnell. Since 1955 over 13,300 cars had been hand-built by seasoned craftsmen within the red brick workshops and they include the legendary nine-time race winner and 1959 Le Mans victor, the DBR1, the iconic DB5, successive derivatives of the DBS, handsomely brutish 1990s supercars and the marque-saving DB7 Coupé and Volante. The Vanquish had drawn inspiration from Aston’s heritage but its modern lines can still be seen in today’s current range.
The Ultimate Edition was available by special request to customers wishing to celebrate the end of this chapter in Aston Martin’s history. The whole allocation was sold within a
couple of weeks with just twenty in right-hand drive and thirty cars with the steering wheel on the left.

The cars specified in ‘Ultimate Black’, a shade described as ‘black with a hint of red and blue’, were unique. Inside, the interior was trimmed in a semi-aniline leather, with coarse stitching, leather headlining and chrome fittings. Each car was also fitted with personalised sill plaques denoting its limited-edition number. No additional charge was made for the Ultimate Edition, available only with the 2+2 seating arrangement, and by invitation, it was priced in the UK at £182,095.

Purchased and put on private display for fifteen years, this car, numbered 40 of the 50 Ultimate Editions, left the factory with a black interior, and was subsequently re-trimmed, in period, in the eye-catching shade of yellow leather it wears today. Remaining unregistered, but on a NOVA declaration, car #40 was treated to an extensive programme of recommissioning by Aston Martin Works. It’s presented to auction with the afore mentioned invoices, factory records confirming the original black interior and an odometer reading just 522 kilometres from new at the time of cataloguing. Potential Buyers should note that the car is VAT qualifying for those who intend to purchase the car privately within the UK.

Superb, one owner 2022 Porsche 911 (922) GT3 Touring with the manual gearbox, 723 miles from new and finished in Shark Blue.

Offered here is essentially a brand new 992 GT3 Touring offered from its first and only owner and finished in Shark Blue with a black extended leather/Alcantara interior. At the time of cataloguing just 723 miles had been covered from new and this particular example is fitted with the desirable manual gearbox. The car is supplied with factory-fitted PPF and the Manufacturers Warranty remains valid until November 2025.
For over 20 years, Porsche’s GT3 has cemented its legend within the 911 dynasty, one which enhances the 911’s natural penchant for performance with additional flair and emotion. Powered by a high-revving, naturally aspirated flat-six linked to the rear wheels by – ideally - a manual gearbox, the GT3 is the purist’s 911.

In February 2021, Porsche introduced the GT3 version of the eighth-generation 911, the 992. The numbers were very impressive; 3,996cc, 24v, naturally aspirated flat-six, 503bhp @ 8,400rpm, 347lb.ft @ 6,100rpm, 6-speed manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive, 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds, 199mph and 22mpg, however, it’s not simply numbers that separate it from its predecessor, the much revered 991. A new front suspension design utilised a double wishbone set-up rather than MacPherson struts and rose-joints allowing Porsche’s engineers to increase camber stiffness, and give the front tyres a far more consistent surface contact patch. In order to maximise the benefit of the performance from the double-wishbone set-up at the front, the multi-link rear suspension was also totally revised. Weight was saved in a number of areas including lightweight glass, new front wheels, new rear fascia, stainless exhaust and a carbon rear lid resulting in the new car weighing the same as the 991 GT3 even though it's physically larger.

In 2017 the ‘Touring Package’ was introduced giving a new focus to the GT3’s capabilities. It's brief, to refine the magic of the Motorsport department and make this 911 more suited to the road. Still retaining the winged GT3’s explosive 500bhp engine, the Touring’s more subtle styling proved captivating. The most obvious difference is the omission of the standard car's distinctive swan-neck fixed rear wing replaced by an automatically extending rear spoiler which generates downforce at high speeds whilst maintaining the classic 'flatback' 911 profile. In the case of the 992 GT3 there are only a few aesthetic details that distinguish the Touring from its be-winged sibling including painted front bumper inserts, aluminium window trim (rather than black anodised) and more interior surfaces trimmed in perforated leather and brushed aluminium.