Historics is poised to begin the summer in fine style at Windsorview Lakes, with over 180 varied classics set to be offered 

Historics will make a return to Windsorview Lakes for its summer sale on July 16, with a great mix of classics set to go under the hammer at the picturesque Berkshire venue. The auction will feature around 180 consignments including everything from a humble no-reserve Trabant through to six-figure prestige.

Arguably the stand-out entry is a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet that could sell for as much as £200,000, with a stunning 1969 600 Pullman Limousine set to be close behind at £130,000-£150,000 and a 1970 example of the desirable 280SL ‘Pagoda’ in right-hand drive also set to impress at an estimated £85,000-£120,000. These are just two of a whopping 28 Mercedes offered, but if you’re looking for something rather more left-field, how about a Jaguar XJ-S HE-based Lynx Eventer? The rare sporting estate is number 40 of just 67 examples ever produced and carries a guide price of £70,000-£90,000.

Staying in deeper-pocket territory, a 1974 Lamborghini Espada Series 3 estimated at £75,000-£85,000 is joined by a 1969 Alpine A110 guided at £105,000-£115,000, with a 1969 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow MPW Drophead Coupe expected to command £70,000-£80,000 and a Alfa Romeo Montreal estimated at £60,000-£75,000. Meanwhile, at least 14 Porsches are headlined by a 1991 US-import 964 Turbo that could sell for as much as £140,000.

It’s not all about big-budget buys, though. The list of no-reserve entries is comprehensive, featuring the aforementioned Trabant, a 1990 Alpine GTA V6 Turbo Le Mans, a BMW 2002 Baur Convertible, a 1992 Alfa Romeo Spider S4, a Ford Model T fire truck, a 15,000-mile Fiat 126 Bis and even an electric Hummer from 2011. In true ‘when did you last see one?’ fashion, there’s also a rare Mk2 Volkswagen Golf van.

Traditional British classics abound too. In addition to a pair of no-reserve Rover Mini Coopers and a Rolls-Royce Corniche, you’ll find a couple of Austin-Healey 3000s joined by an ex-police Riley RMB from 1948, at least six Land Rovers and five Aston Martins comprising two DB9s, a Vanquish, a V8 from 1978 and a 1972 Vanquish. Further entries include a whole host of Jaguars (including six E-Types), several Bentleys, a couple of TVRs and a wide range of Triumphs, including a genuine right-hand drive TR8. Several hot Blue Ovals features too, with a Mk1 Lotus Cortina joined by a Mk1 Escort Twin Cam, a Mk2 Escort RS2000 and an early Mk3 XR3. Our personal stand-out is a time-warp Mk2 Capri 3.0 Ghia, which shows just 17,980 miles.

With other entries including a very tidy Datsun 280Z, a stunning Meyers Manx beach buggy and a 5.0-litre Jeep CJ7, this sale looks set to be a summer spectacular. Check out the full catalogue at www.historics.co.uk.

 

  • A rare right-hand drive example, this 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 1300 Junior was imported from South Africa in 2021. It now has a 2.0-litre engine uprated to Alfaholics Stage 1 spec and a whole host of upgrades, plus a tempting £40,000-£50,000 estimate.
  • Built to Group 4 1600 specifications and presented in Elf racing colours, this 1969 Alpine A110 is ideal for historic motorsport or fast-road fun. It’s said to want for nothing and carries a £105,000-£115,000 estimate.
  • Described as a time-warp example, this 1981 Datsun 280Z is in stunning order throughout. It was subject to a colour change in 2014 to Nightfire Red, but otherwise retains all its original panels and has covered just 50,100 miles. It’s estimated at £15,000-£20,000.
  • A rare manual example showing just 17,980 miles, this early pre-facelift Mk2 Capri 3.0 Ghia from 1974 is a real time-warp example. Last month it passed its first MoT in forty years with no advisories, and is expected to sell for £37,000-£43,000.
  • Also amongst the contingent of go-faster Fords is this 1982 Escort XR3. Treated to a full body restoration completed last year, it boasts a five-speed gearbox and shows just 55,000 miles. It’s expected to command £13,000-£16,000.
  • Number 40 of just 67 ever produced, this 1988 Lynx Eventer is an excellent example of the rare Jaguar XJ-S sporting estate. It’s not going to be cheap at an estimated £70,000-£90,000, but it’s said to be a very well-maintained example in excellent order throughout.
  • Historics always has a great selection of Mercedes-Benz, and this sale is no exception. The headliner is this 3.5-litre 280SE Cabriolet from 1971, which is one of only 1232 ever made and looks great in dark green with biscuit trim. It’s expected to command £165,000-£200,000.
  • A late Portuguese-built example in right-hand drive, this 1989 Mini Moke has covered just 14,000 miles and is described as rust-free. It looks ideal for the summer and is expected to sell for £13,000-£21,000.
  • Joining a whole host of no-reserve entries is this 1986 Trabant P601 Kombi. In very straight and original condition, it’s covered just 500km since being UK-registered in 2016, and only 55,598km in total.
  • This 1980 Triumph TR8 convertible was originally built as a Californian-spec TR7, but was then taken aside for O-Series engine development work before going back on the line in 1981 to be fitted with a V8 and sold in the UK. It’s since had a £45,000 restoration and is expected to sell for £23,000-£28,000.
  • Recommissioned over the last 12 months, this unusual 1990 Mk2 Volkswagen Golf is a van but also has rear seats fitted. It's in very original condition and is offered with no reserve.
  • Dehler is better known as a German brand of sailing yachts, but in the ’80s it decided to put its hands to bespoke VW camper conversions, including this plush ‘Dehler Profi’ Volkswagen T25. Imported into the UK when new in 1988, it’s had just one owner and is guided at £22,000-£29,000.