Mighty MG at Charterhouse Auction

A 1947 MG TC is one of a great selection of classic cars being sold by Charterhouse in their classic car and automobilia auction on Sunday 2nd November at The Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet.

“Our auctions at the Bath & West Showground are in conjunction with the Footman James Bristol Classic Car Shows. These shows are important dates in car enthusiast’s diaries and always pull in a great attendance to our sales.” Commented Matthew Whitney. “This combined with live internet bidding at these auctions results in a large audience looking to buy and provides spirited bidding with some fantastic hammer prices!”

After the Second World War, American GI’s returning to their homeland who had fallen in love with British sports cars, started to buy large numbers of the imported MG TC’s into post war America, despite only being produced in right hand drive. Although based on the pre-war MG TB, the MG TC sold 10,001 cars, more than any previous MG car. Fitted with a 1250 cc engine, it recorded a 0-60 mph time of 22.7 seconds which was considered respectable at the time.

The 1947 MG TC going under the Charterhouse hammer originally cost £527. Today, having previously been fully restored, it is estimated at £27,500-29,500.

Charterhouse is now accepting entries for this auction of classic and vintage cars on 2nd November, which is closely followed by silver, jewellery, watches and antiques with a special section of wine port & spirits on 20th & 21st November


For further information regarding this auction of classic cars or to enter a vehicle, contact Matthew Whitney, or for entries relating to their second November auction, please contact Richard Bromell at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3BS 01935 812277 or via email on info@charterhouse-auction.com

The 1947 MG TC being sold by Charterhouse on Sunday 2nd November £27,500-29,500
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Low Miles Mini at Charterhouse Auction

A 1968 Mini which has covered just 28,000 miles is one of the many classic cars being sold by Charterhouse in their classic car auction on Wednesday 17th September at The Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet.

“Mini’s at auction are a perennial popular buy. There is a huge club scene, spares are readily available, they are inexpensive to insure, have simple mechanics and do not take up too much space in a garage.” Commented Charterhouse classic car expert Matthew Whitney. “Over the past few years, we have sold many classic Mini’s for staggering sums of money such as the Mini Cooper we auctioned last year from a home in Leicester. In need of repair, it still sold for over £30,000. I do not think this particular Mini will sell for such a huge amount, but there has already been good interest shown.”

This Mini going under the Charterhouse hammer has spent all its life living in Weston super Mare. Being a Super de Luxe model it came with a heater and extra chrome bumpers. When ordered by its first owner, she also purchased a set of seat belts as an optional extra. Finished in its original Almond Green paint, it is complemented with a Porcelain Green interior and Green carpets and was supplied by Central Garage, Conglesbury, Bristol. As one would expect for such a pampered motor, the car still retains its original tool kit which is possibly unused, its bill of sale and even has its original unused spare tyre fitted.

The first lady owner then kept the charming little Mini until 2000, during which time she had covered just 26,000. It was then sold to a gentleman who also lived in Weston super Mare. He used it to compliment his MG B, and used the car for high days and shows, putting on just another 2,000 miles. It would be quite an amazing feat if this Mini sold to a third owner who lives in Weston super Mare.

Charterhouse is accepting late entries for this auction of classic and vintage cars on 17th September which is closely followed by clocks, collector’s items, coins, medals and stamps on 26th September.

For further information regarding this auction of classic cars or to enter a vehicle, contact Matthew Whitney, or for items relating to their collectors auction, please contact Richard Bromell at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3BS 01935 812277 or via email on info@charterhouse-auction.com

Ultral low miles Mini with only two owners since 1968, being sold by Charterhouse auctioneers on Wednesday 17th September at Shepton Mallet £6,000-8,000
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Rolls Royce is a Classic

A 41 year old Rolls Royce Shadow is one of the pampered classic cars being sold by Charterhouse in their classic car auction on Wednesday 17th September.

“We have sold many Rolls Royce motor cars over the years. Some of them have been well cared for, but some have not.” Commented Matthew Whitney. “However, this particular Rolls Royce Shadow has led a very sheltered life having covered just over 1,400 miles a year with the odometer reading 58,000 miles and supported by the all important full service history.”

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries for this auction of classic and vintage cars on 17th September which is closely followed by clocks, collector’s items, coins, medals and stamps on 26th September.

For further information regarding this auction of classic cars or to enter a vehicle, contact Matthew Whitney, or for items relating to their collectors auction, please contact Richard Bromell at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3BS 01935 812277 or via email on info@charterhouse-auction.com

The 1973 Rolls Royce Shadow, with just 58,000 miles from new and full service history, being sold by Charterhouse on 17th September £8,000-10,000
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Top Marques at Charterhouse

Charterhouse Auctioneers have been instructed to sell a collection of classic cars on site at West Pennard, Somerset, on Thursday 21st August.

“It is a fantastic collection of cars including Aston Martin, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Jaguar, Range Rover and other prestige marques through to a Kaiser-Willys Jeep painted in Khaki green complete with an ammunition trailer!” Commented Matthew Whitney.”The client has been a regular buyer at our classic car auctions over the past 12 years, and has now decided to have a change of direction and instructed us to sell the collection at short notice on site at West Pennard near Glastonbury.”

Star cars in the collection include a 1930 Rolls Royce Phantom II Sedanca de Ville. With a stylish Art Deco style body by Windovers, this car was featured at the BP Paris Salon car show and at The Olympia Motor Show in 1930, and is now estimated at £70,000-80,000. Also carrying the same estimate is an Aston Martin DB4. One of 6 Aston Martins entered in the auction, this is iconic car now only comprises the body shell, engine and interior parts, but with fully restored DB4s commanding substantial six figure sums, it will be a worthwhile and rewarding project for the new owner.

Other cars entered include an Aston Martin Lagonda £14,000-18,000, an Aston Martin Virage Volante Convertible £32,000-36,000, an Aston Martin BSS5 Vantage restoration project £40,000-45,000, an Iso Rivolta Lele Sports £20,000-24,000,a Kaiser-Willys Jeep £6,000-7,000, a Bentley Continental R coupe £22,000-24,000, a 1947 Jaguar Mk IV sports saloon £20,000-25,000, a Land Rover Series I, three Range Rovers, and other vehicles.

Viewing for this short notice auction of classic cars being held on site at The Elms, Newtown Lane, East Pennard, near Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 8NP is on the sale day only from 9am, with the auction starting at 2pm.

For further information regarding this auction, please contact Matthew Whitney at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne 01935 812277 or can view all the cars and download the catalogue from www.charterhouse-auction.com

Charterhouse is now accepting entries for their next auction of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles on Wednesday 17th September. To enter a vehicle, call Matthew Whitney as above or via email cars@charterhouse-auction.com

Collection of classic cars being sold on site at The Elms, Newtown Lane, West Pennard, nr Glastonbury, Somerset BA6 8NP:
1930 Rolls Royce Phantom II Sedanca de Ville £70,000-80,000
A 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda £14,000-18,000
A 1968 Aston Martin DBS 6 Vantage restoration project £40,000-50,000
An Aston Martin DB 4 body shell project, with engine and related items

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On Your Marques at Charterhouse Car Auction

The Charterhouse auction of classic and vintage cars being held at Sherborne Castle on Sunday 20th July has a fantastic selection of vehicles going under the hammer.

“It is probably the best auction of classic cars and motorcycles for some time in the West Country and we have somewhere approaching £700,000 of vehicles entered already with estimates from £1,000 up to £70,000.” Commented Matthew Whitney. “We have been incredibly busy advising clients not only throughout Dorset and Somerset, but also in Devon and right through Cornwall and have secured for auction restoration projects through to show standard cars so there is pretty much something for every enthusiast.”

Marques represented at the Charterhouse auction include Rolls Royce, Bentley, Jaguar, Riley, Sunbeam, Lea Francis, Rover, Morris, Triumph, AC, Mercedes, Ford, Volvo, Land Rover, MG, Austin Healey, Buick, Bristol, Fiat, Daimler, Marcos, Norton, BSA and others. The oldest vehicle entered is a 1925 Riley Sports tourer at £38,000-42,000, with one the youngest cars a 1985 Citroen 2CV at £2,500-3,000, and the smallest car a 1973 Fiat 600L at £5,800-6,200. There are convertibles, coupes, saloon and other cars, and there are even two extremely early 4 x 4 Land Rover Series I, both from 1949.

Viewing for this auction, being held in a marquee in the grounds of Sherborne Castle, is held in conjunction with Classics at the Castle on Sunday 20th July. The gates open at 10am, with the auction starting at 1pm. Alternatively you can view all the lovely lots on www.charterhouse-auction.com


For further information regarding this important sale, or to purchase an auction catalogue, please contact Matthew Whitney at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset 01935 812277 or via email on cars@charterhouse-auction.com

Charterhouse is now accepting entries into their summer programme of auction including clocks, collector’s items & antiques on 1st August, and their next auction of classic car and motorcycles on 17th September.

The oldest car being sold by Charterhouse on Sunday 20th July - a 1925 Riley Sports Tourer £38,000-42,000
One of the younger cars – a 1985 Citroen 2CV £2,500-3,000
The smallest car – a 1973 Fiat 600L £5,800-6,200
One of two 1949 Land Rover Series I being sold £14,000-16,000
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Jaguar is a Star Car at Charterhouse

A post war Jaguar, which has travelled around the world, is one of the star cars in the Charterhouse auction of classic and vintage cars being held at Sherborne Castle on Sunday 20th July.


“The car was purchased in 1949 and immediately shipped over to Australia, where it stayed for many years. Having changed hands a few times, it was then shipped to Singapore and eventually repatriated to England.” Commented Matthew Whitney. “Rather amazingly, it has travelled further than I ever have!”

This Jaguar Mk IV is a real gentleman’s express. Fitted with a 3.5 litre 6 cylinder engine it has real road presence, especially with its huge chrome headlamps and grill. Finished in maroon, and with its original maroon leather interior, this matching numbers car is estimated at £32,000-36,000 when it goes under the Charterhouse hammer.

This specialist auction follows on from the Charterhouse June classic car auction, where an Australian client flew over and successfully bought a 1936 Alvis Silver Eagle for over £35,000. This Alvis was underbid by a German telephone bidder, showing once again the strength of the classic car market and the importance in using the internet to generate buyers. Overall, this auction totalled just under £190,000.

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries into this important classic car auction at Sherborne Castle on Sunday 20th July.


For further information regarding this auction, or to arrange a home visit,  please contact Matthew Whitney, Associate Director,  at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset 01935 812277 or via email on info@charterhouse-auction.com

1949 Jaguar Mk IV being sold by Charterhouse in Sherborne on Sunday 20th July £32,000-38,000
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Elf is a Riley Good Car

A 1968 Riley Elf, with just two owners on 32,000 miles from new is entered into the Charterhouse auction of classic and vintage cars being held at Sherborne Castle on Sunday 20th July.

“The Riley Elf was an upmarket version of the ever popular Mini, coming with luxurious items such as leather upholstery and a walnut veneered dash.” Commented Matthew Whitney. “With a total of only just under 31,000 Elf’s made, compared with 1,581,887 classic Mini’s they are a very rare sight today.”


The Riley Elf going under the Charterhouse hammer is finished an attractive colour combination of white over almond green, with a matching green leather interior. The car was first bought by a garage W T Wall in Warminster, Wiltshire, where it lived until 2004. It was then acquired by another garage proprietor, this time in Cornwall, where it has been for just over 10 years. With the garage owner now retired, and not using the little Elf much, he has decided it is time to let a third owner take custody of his rare little car.

Charterhouse is now accepting further entries into this July 20th auction at Sherborne Castle of classic & vintage cars and motorcycles, and for their July pictures, books and antiques auction.

For further information regarding these auctions, or to arrange a home visit, please contact Matthew Whitney at Charterhouse, The Long Street Salerooms, Sherborne, Dorset 01935 812277 or via email on info@charterhouse-auction.com

1968 Riley Elf, 2 owners from new and just 32,000 recorded miles from new, being sold by Charterhouse at Sherborne Castle on Sunday 20th July £3,000-5,000 
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Coolest Cars 2014
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These are the coolest cars in the world, as of 2014. Many new even cooler cars are in development, but we can only guess about those. So lets start by enjoying these beautiful, super fast, super hyper and super cool cars.

Mercedes Benz, BMW, Acura, Audi, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Eagle, Ferrari, Ford, General Motors, Global Electric Motorcars, GMC, Honda, Hummer, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lotus, Mazda, Mercury, Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Peugeot, Pontiac, Porsche, Regal, Saab, Saturn, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo.

These cars will introduce changes to the technical regulations of 2014.

Modern production of highway capable plug-in electric cars, and advanced stage of development, tested in demonstration program packs. Conventional hybrid cars are not included.

The provisional schedule was announced in 2013. The size of the wheels will increase to 21".

Some of these are actually concept cars. Meaning future car releases, that the manufacturer let us see a little before they are finished testing.

There is a lot of pink cars that came out in 2014. Probably because of Paris Hilton's very popular pink Mercedes Benz. No pictures here, as we all have seen her enough. It's still interesting though, how such a trend arises. Why all of a sudden pink cars, just because a famous person has one. Does everyone secretly want one, and then get one as soon as they see other people get it? Or is peoples test changed by the fact that they see a person they like, have one? Or maybe it's something completely different. But some of the pink cars are really super cool! Way cool. Coolest Cars 2014.

Red cars too. Of cause, red has been popular for many years, but it sure still is. All sports cars come in black, white and red. Very classic colors indeed. Bus still very cool cars.

The train and engine significantly influences the characteristics of sports cars today. Super cool cars are often referred to as designs of a sports car or Luxury car. These two types of car can actually also be one and the same. The engine and wheels are usually big in sports cars or luxury cars. Examples would be Caterham 7, Mazda MX-5, and Chevrolet Corvette. Many cool cars have FMR design, and a center of mass of the engine by the front axle and the firewall. Super cool cars have great enhanced handling and weight distribution, luxury car designs sometimes have other enhancements, and usually focus more on the design than the functionality and technical specifications. The RMR design is commonly found in cool sports cars, where the engine is mounted by the chassis. This powers only the rear wheels, which gives a more fun way of driving. Especially in snowy areas of the world. High-performance coolest cars 2014 could be Ferrari or Lamborghini. Porsche is one of the few manufacturers of the coolest cars 2014, that still places the engine in the back, instead of the front.
The engine distributed weight across the wheels. In the famous Porsche 911, excellent traction and comfort is due to the mass behind the rear wheels. This makes Porsche one of the coolest cars of 2014.

Before the 1980s, only a few sports cars and luxury cars used four-wheel drive, so at that time the coolest cars where the 4x4 wheeler. Although they were not sports cars or anything, the Audi Quattro was seen as one of the coolest cars at that time. Fiat Barchetta and Toyota Celica GT-Four are today seen as some of the coolest cars, but also Lotus Super 7, Honda NSX, Lamborghini Aventador and Alpine A110.


But the absolute coolest car 2014 is the Pontiac Firebird V8 Trans-AM. It far beats all other makes in design and power. It's both luxury and sports car, and definitely super cool.

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