Morris Leslie’s latest Classic Vehicle Auction takes place later this month and already has plenty of fascinating lots within its growing catalogue

Morris Leslie’s February sale features a strong number of British classics, from 1980s performance Fords to affordable ’60s options. The oldest Blue Oval classic to catch our eye was a 1957 Ford Escort (the 100E-based estate), one of several modified classics forming part of this sale. The car in question is fitted with a 2.0-litre engine and aftermarket wheels, and looks tempting at a guide price of £4000–5000

A Victor Super is one of two Vauxhall saloons we’ve highlighted, with this 1962 example being a former museum exhibit. It has been the subject of recent recommissioning, which means it’s ready to enjoy – and estimated to sell for no more than £5000, it’s an attractive bet. Likewise, its more modern counterpart is equally appealing; the Vauxhall Senator CD 24V 3.0 comes with a healthy history file and is anticipated to make between £5500 and £6500.

Sticking with British classics, and sitting at either end of the affordability scale, are a Lotus Elan and Morris Minor. The restored Minor 1000 might be something of a bargain if it sells for just £3000 as predicted. Meanwhile, the bright yellow 1969 Elan S4 guided at £18,000–20,000 is a rare ‘Black Badge’ model that could keep the auctioneer’s hammer from falling quickly.

Those in search of a robust German classic should look no further than the W123-series Mercedes-Benz 200 showing just 47,000-miles on its dials. A genuine all-rounder that could be used every day, we can think of few more practical alternatives at its guide price of £5000–6000. If you need more performance, however, we’d suggest that you raise your paddle for the Audi 80 S2 Avant – another modified offering, this one-off version could be yours for £9000.

Finally, underlining the promise of rare classics come a Simca 1100 and an AEM Scout. The former is a 1968 example, expected to generate bids of £3000-£4000, while the latter is a Mini Moke alternative estimated at £10,000–12,000. To see the full catalogue as it builds, visit www.morrisleslie.com

  • Produced for only one year (1987), the Scout by AEM was built in Merthyr Tydfil. Its running gear is based on that of the Mini, while its styling is similar to the Mini Moke. This one is estimated at £10,000-£12,000.
  • Presented in striking Ruby Red, this 1995 Audi 80 S2 estate has received several choice upgrades, its turbocharged 2226cc engine now producing 270bhp. Believed to be one of the last examples registered in UK, it’s expected to change hands for £9000-£11,000.
  • Here’s an unusual offering: this 1957 Escort has been fitted with a 2000cc Ford engine and automatic gearbox. It also appears to be running Slot Mag-style wheels. The green machine shows an (unverified) mileage of 32,160 and has an estimate of £4000-£5000.
  • Under the same ownership for a decade, this two-tone (blue/black) Humber Sceptre has the 1725cc engine and was first registered in Northampton in January 1970. Showing 61,752 miles, it’s expected to change hands at somewhere between £3000 and £3500.
  • Guided at £18,000-£20,000, this 1969 Lotus Elan S4 is sure to generate interest come auction day. It is an extremely rare and highly collectable ‘Black Badge Edition’, built for a limited period following the tragic death of Jim Clark.
  • Showing just 47,000 miles (believed to be genuine), this 1984 Mercedes 200 Automatic has been in the care of its current keeper for eight years, stored in a dehumidified garage. It is estimated at between £5000 and £6000.
  • This 1964 Morris Minor 1000 caught our eye. The subject of a recent restoration, it is guided at just £3000-£3500. The maroon Moggy is showing a mileage of just 49,050 – albeit unchecked, and would make an excellent starter classic.
  • One of Europe’s early front-wheel drive hatchbacks (entering production in 1967), the Simca 1100 was a big success, with 2.2 million built in total. This 1968 survivor retains its original handbook and service manual, and is estimated at £3000-£4000.
  • Showing a mileage of 78,288, this 1990 Senator CD 24V 3.0 Automatic appears to be an original example, complete with service history and associated historical paperwork. Expected to bring the hammer down at somewhere between £5500 and £6500, it’s a lot of car for the money.
  • Having spent many years as a museum exhibit in North Yorkshire, this 1962 Vauxhall Victor has recently undergone an extensive recommissioning process and looks to be in excellent shape. The early example of the Victor Super model is expected to sell for £4000-£5000.