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1966 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Coupe – $72,500

The big W111 series of Mercedes-Benz Coupe has an enviable reputation as one of the all-time greats. These were beautifully made and exquisitely fitted out. The elegance of the pillarless design, with tremendous balance and style remains highly desirable today.

This 250SE had a larger capacity 6-cylinder motor than its predecessor. Built from August 1965 to December 1967, just 235 were right hand drive. It is believed that 86 were delivered in Australia. It was the third most expensive car when new.

Finished in Dark Blue (DB332) with Light Grey leather upholstery (207) this car certainly presents very nicely – the dark paintwork making the car’s brightwork stand out well. The car has the desirable “California” headlight fitment. It has the optional white steering wheel and the tray between the front seats (with removable cushion).

The car was bought for the daughter of the owner twenty-one years ago. In late 2015 it was stripped and repainted – with all new rubber seals. At the same time, the suspension was rebuilt – all at a cost of $59,770. The owner did not retain records of other work done on the car, but its fine condition speaks for itself.

The paintwork gleams today and the car certainly looks impressive. The interior is in good condition too. The extensive chrome hardware and polished woodwork are excellent. The grey leather upholstery with blue carpet suits the car very well.

Since the car has returned to Perth, it was prepared for WA registration – and passed without issue. The car has since been serviced with oil changes twice, documentation for which is with the car. The odometer shows just over 94,600 miles.

This car is very realistically priced, representing tremendous value in a very usable, high quality, exclusive and glamorous classic.

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2007 BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe – $24,900

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BMW’s Z4 series was a quantum leap forward from their previous Z3, becoming a much more serious sports car. It was offered in two body styles – both very dynamic shapes.

The Z4 Coupe arrived in Australia in 2007, featuring the 3-litre six-cylinder motor. At just over $88,000 when new, the local market cars were very well equipped.

Leather trim on electric memory seats, climate control, 10-speaker sound system, 18-inch alloy wheels and even trye pressure sensors were included.

With 195kW (261 horsepower), the Z4 had excellent performance. 0-100km/h takes 5.7 seconds. The optional 6-speed Steptronic transmission with paddle shifters is fitted on this car. It features a dash-mounted “Sport” button to sharpen throttle mapping and gearshift speeds.

This car was delivered new in Perth by Auto Classic BMW. It has had just three owners and has covered a little over 106,000km. This fine example is finished in Titanium Silver which shows-off the shapeliness of the styling very well. Composite BBS Star Spoke wheels add to the style.

In addition to the original complete set of books (including stamped service booklet), there are invoices showing work done on the car. The most recent work aside from servicing, was on the brakes, done last year.

This is certainly a rare car. Just 157 came to Australia. The owner believes there are only seven of these cars in Perth.

A Z4 is huge fun to drive, with a lusty 6-cylinder motor and great handling making is a properly competent sports car. This car is available at an accessible price-point and with good history and real rarity, making a compelling case for itself.

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2006 BMW 130i Sport Manual – SOLD

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– One owner from new – Perth Delivered – 56,600km

The performance version of the 5-door BMW 1-series, the 130i Sport featured a 3-litre, 6-cylinder motor producing 195kW and a 6-speed manual gearbox. This is a highly regarded model, capable of 0-100km/h in six seconds.

The enthusiast owner of this car ordered it new from Perth dealership Auto Classic. The original invoice is with the car and shows a purchase price of $72,301 with all the assorted taxes included.

His lifestyle has meant his typical mileage in a year has been about 3000km, hence today the car has covered just 56,600km, serviced regularly. The owner describes the car as having been “tremendously reliable”.

Finished in metallic Le Mans Blue with black leather upholstery, the car certainly is an attractive proposition.

Inside, the car is well-equipped: with power sports seats with memories, climate control, voice control technology, even tyre pressure monitors.

The Sport version has uprated brakes and suspension over the standard 1-series models as well as an electronic differential lock.

For a modest outlay, the opportunity to get such a good example of this high performance, compact BMW should not be missed.

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2015 G-Force King Cobra – $62,000

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One of the great iconic sports cars of all time, the brutish AC Cobra, with its exaggerated styling and big V8 engine makes a perfect car to replicate.

In 2006 WA company G-Force introduced their King Cobra model, with many upgrades, after 18 years of production – and this car is an example of that.

This project was commenced in 2006 by the current owner. The car was completed and registered in 2015. By the time it was completed, in addition to his time, around $105,000 had been spent on the car.

A new Ford Mustang Cobra V8 (quad-cam) of 4.6-litres was purchased for the car, along with a Tremec 5-speed TR 3650-4 gearbox and the Jaguar suspension often used in these builds. A Motec M800 engine management system was fitted.

In the car’s extensive history file are permit application and compliance details.

It is finished in a beautiful colour scheme of rich metallic blue with white stripes and a tasteful grey interior. The polished alloy roll hoop, chromework in the bumpers, windscreen surround, exhaust and minor fittings complement the blue colour very well. The car certainly presents well inside and out.

The odometer shows just 5195 km.

Everything has been built to compliance regulations and the car is well sorted. It’s a striking car with tremendous presence and performance.

The car is being sold at a very realistic price.

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1960 MGA 1600 Fixed Head Coupe – $47,500

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Very rare model
1 previous owner
Factory right-hand-drive
Beautiful condition

This is an exceptionally nice example of MG’s rare fixed head coupe. In addition to the obvious fixed roof, there were several significant differences for the Coupe. These changes helped make a far more secure, cosy car, better suited to long distance or poor weather travel.

Looking at the production numbers shows this is a very rare car. In 1960 1452 Coupes were made in total, and of those just 52 were CKD kits in right-hand-drive. This is one of those 52 cars.

In Durban, South Africa several versions of the MGA were built from CKD kits, including 54 Coupes built between 1959 and 1961 – this car among them.

The Heritage Certificate for this car shows more details.

The car was sold new to Mr Jimmy Moggridge, who later became Chairman of the MG Car Club in Johannesburg. In 1981 he had the car restored to a multi award-winning standard. Moggridge retained the car until 2019 – just shy of 60 years of ownership. Pretty remarkable.

The present owner, an MG enthusiast who’d owned several others, had more work done to the car after purchase, including engine and gearbox rebuilds. The seats were re-trimmed in red leather, the original colour for the car’s interior.

In 2021 the owner migrated to Australia and brought the MGA with him. It has been put on C4C registration through the MG Car Club and has been on the occasional club run. The owner advises that the car is particularly reliable – and that it always starts with ease.

It presents beautifully, on optional wire wheels, the lovely colour offset by the additional chromework a Coupe has. In the cabin, the engine bay, the boot, underneath – everywhere, this car presents extremely well.

Rarity, history, condition and beauty are combined so well in this MGA. It will make an excellent addition to any garage.

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2009 Porsche Cayenne Turbodiesel – SOLD

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The Cayenne has been a tremendous success for Porsche, which included excellent sales in Australia.

This Cayenne is an example of the first update Porsche made, identifiable by different front-end styling, however there were hundreds of upgrades made throughout the car.

The engine is a turbocharged 3-litre V6 which puts out 176 kW, with 550Nm of torque, giving excellent performance – it is a Porsche after all.

This example was delivered new in Perth by Chellingworth Motors. Finished in Black with Sand Beige interior it was an investment of $101,990 by its first owner.

The service booklet is regularly stamped. A notation shows that the car was upgraded to 21-inch Porsche Sport alloy wheels in 2012. They certainly suit the Cayenne well.

The Cayenne is one of several vehicles the owner has, and has not been used for everyday driving. Today the car has covered a modest 179,600km.

It presents well and the colour scheme inside and out suits it well. A Cayenne is a generously equipped car, with glass sunroof, leather trim with perforated centre section on power seats, satellite navigation system, dual-zone climate control, 12-speaker sound system, reversing camera, power tailgate and even a cooled glovebox.

Externally and internally the car presents well. There’s no damage. The owner advises that the CD player is not functioning.

This car offers tremendous value today and as a relatively low mileage example with good service history, should prove an excellent, capable vehicle for years to come.

Registered PCWA 928, the car will be sold with standard plates fitted.

For more details and photos, please request an email from paul@classicrally.com.au

1964 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Roadster – $169,000

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Few cars have the cachet of a E-Type – one of the great sports cars of all time. This car was delivered new in the USA, as were over 80 percent of E-Types. A 1984 registration slip shows the owner was William JD Marshall-Gratrix, who is still living in Reno, Navada, aged 94 today.

In 2011 the car imported to Western Australia arriving early in 2013. The buyer was a Perth doctor who was a serious car collector.

In between purchase and shipping, the car was subject to a lot of restoration work in Reno. The Jaguar had been in reasonably good condition, rust-free and tidy but was the subject of detailed restoration work.

It joined a collection with three other E-Types, each a different version. This car was the oldest E-Type in the collection. Most aficionados believe the Series 1 E-Type to be the most collectable.

The decision was made to convert the car to right-hand-drive, as many Australians are uncomfortable driving a left-hooker. Fortunately this is a straightforward conversion on an E-Type, involving no cutting or welding, with a kit readily available (as with all E-Type parts).

The 3.8-litre E-Type motor, with triple SU carburettors (recently rebuilt) puts out a healthy 265hp (198kW) in the early E-Types, weighing just over 1200kg, giving plentiful performance.

In very good condition, this is not a concours trailer queen, but a good usable, presentable example. The body and paintwork of the car remain in very good condition. The car has a rare removable hardtop, in good condition, but no soft-top. One could be fitted without much difficulty.

The car starts easily and runs smoothly, having recently been serviced in preparation for sale.

If sold to a Western Australian buyer the numberplates JAGE1 can go with the car.

The wonderful ‘60s style, tremendous performance and enduring collectability are the elements of an automotive icon.

For more details and photos, please request an email from paul@classicrally.com.au

1980 Citroen 2CV6 Club – $26,900

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One of the most recognizable cars in the world, the 2CV was celebrated for its robustness, economy and comfort – a rare combination for a low-cost car.

This especially fine example was built in France for the UK market, so right hand drive. The service booklet shows the car was delivered new to in Folkestone, Kent on June 5 1980.

The car was then sold to an Australian, on the Gold Coast. A few years later, it sold to Western Australia. The new owner had enjoyed holidaying around Europe in one in his youth and had wonderful memories. He sought the best 2CV he could find.

The car was kept in top condition, always garaged and used for recreational drives only. It was always thoroughly well maintained and regularly serviced. Invoices and the service booklet show the car’s maintenance history.

Unfortunately he passed away, but his wife held on to the beloved 2CV and occasionally made use of the car – only on sunny days. Today the car has covered just 42,673 miles (at the time of the photo session).

The service booklet and invoices in the car’s history file dating back to 2015 confirm this very low mileage is correct.

The Club was a ‘luxury’ version of the 2CV. It features the larger 602cc engine, with a more plush interior and distinctive interior and exterior trim.

All aspects of this car are in excellent condition. The external panels, paint, trim, lights, etc, are all excellent. The same goes for the interior – all very well kept and presented. And under the bonnet is the same – showing how good a carefully maintained, low mileage example of a 2CV can be.

The car drives very well too, exhibiting all the character that 2CVs are famous for.

Parts support and club network support for 2CVs is immensely strong worldwide, helping enjoyment of these cars.

The factory original books and a car cover go with the 2CV, as will the special plates UAC 650 (the car’s engine number) if sold to a WA buyer.

This is an extremely good example of the breed and very realistically priced.

If you’re interested, please request an email with full details of the car and a set of photos from paul@classicrally.com.au

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1957 Ford Thunderbird – SOLD

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Ford’s first ‘Personal Car’ the Thunderbird was a tremendous success, for good reasons.

The original 1955 2-seater sportscar was upgraded annually with the 1957 car gaining fins to the longer rear end, accentuating the rakish styling of the Thunderbird.

This car has the optional removable hardtop (with portholes made famous with this model) as well as the soft top roof.

Imported from California, it has optional, larger 312 cu-in engine with 245bhp and automatic transmission. Imported in 2011 the car was purchased by the present owner in 2014.

The car’s history file has some US documents, but the bulk of the paperwork shows work done since the car was imported. Included is the Australian Import Approval. There’s also a workshop manual with the car.

This car has just been recommissioned by a well-respected specialist workshop with everything checked over and a service in readiness for sale. He remarks that it’s a good, honest example, that hides no sins.

Overall the car presents well. It’s straight and in a lovely colour scheme, with Starmist Blue going well with the white hardtop.

The hardtop is excellent and the soft-top appears to have been recently replaced. It’s a good quality fabric, not a vinyl roof, in dark blue.

Inside, the car is excellent too. The cream interior colour suits the car very well and ensures there’s no feeling of claustrophobia, even with the hardtop in place.

The odometer shows 76,600 miles, which when looking over the car’s condition, seems likely to be correct. In 1981 the odometer showed 67,000 miles.

With power steering and electric windows there’s a touch of luxury to the T’bird. The engine runs very smoothly and sounds lovely. An early Thunderbird is not the chore to drive that many 70 year old cars are.

This is certainly a very attractive classic, in good, usable condition which will always attract positive attention. Imagine cruising along the beachfront boulevard in this car!

Please request an email with full details and more photos from paul@classicrally.com.au

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1970 Ford Falcon XW Utility GT Tribute – SOLD

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The GT models of Falcon became legendary for their high performance, tough image and motor racing sucecsses.

Ford only built GT versions on the 4-door sedan body. The owner of this car wanted a tribute to the GT, but based on a Utility to suit his purposes.

He purchased it in 2002, finished in purple. Documentation with the car shows that in 1999 (with the previous owner) an engine was rebuilt and installed, from an original bore 351. A Toploader and 9-inch diff with 3-inch thick walled tailshaft was fitted. Much other work was done, all shown in the history file’s invoices.

Not long after purchase by the current owner, he began the process of upgrading the car, starting with minor jobs. In 2005 the big work started. A full engine rebuild to 377 stroker specifications was done. The gearbox was rebuilt at the same time.

2008 saw an upgrade to a power assisted rack and pinion steering setup. In 2010 the brakes were upgraded, with a rear disc setup added – necessitating larger diameter wheels for clearance. 18×10 rear and 18×7 front Intro V-Rod wheels were fitted.

With other work along the way, in 2020 electronic GPS speedometer and tachometer with shift lights, suspension, cooling system and other items.

The owner enjoyed regular use of the GT Ute. It has recently been through the workshop of a highly respected specialist who has recommissioned the car. The mechanic notes that the engine and gearbox are good. The car starts easily and performs strongly, with a good, deep exhaust note. The rack and pinion steering conversion makes a big positive difference to the car’s handling and on-road feel.

The car presents as a very tidy example and certainly makes a statement. Inside and out the car presents well.

Two big workshop manuals go with the car. The original books are missing. A big history file of invoices and parts documentation goes with the car. If sold to a Western Australian buyer, the number plates 1AAU 351 go with the car. It is presently on C4C concessional license.

It is very evident that a lot of attention and money has been expended on this car and it is an impressive GT Tribute Ute. The cost to build such a car would far exceed the asking price.

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