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2003 Renault Sport Clio V6 Phase 2 – $93,500

Renault’s ultimate hot hatch, the Clio V6 was a remarkable car. Built in the Alpine factory in Dieppe, this car boasts a mid-mounted 3-litre V6 engine, with a 6-speed manual gearbox. With 188kW (252 horsepower), the compact Clio V6 was a quick – and nimble – sports car.

Standard equipment included power steering, rain sensing windscreen wipers, automatic headlights, air conditioning, six speakers and a CD changer as well as 18-inch alloy wheels.

191 vehicles were finished in Illiad Blue out of total production of 354 RHD Phase 2 cars. This car was delivered new in England. It was imported to Australia in February 2010.

In August 2013 the car was sold to a Western Australian enthusiast. During his ownership the car has covered about 1000km per year, mainly being used for club events and the occasional Sunday run. The car has been invited to be exhibited at the exclusive Celebration of the Motorcar show several times. Today the odometer shows just 55,000km.

As soon as he bought the car, the owner began scouring the world seeking spare parts for the car – just in case… and to ensure he had everything possible. In excess of $20,000 was spent. Quite a number of these parts have been fitted to the car to make it as good as possible.

Of the twelve such cars believed to be in Australia, this is the sole example in Western Australia.

It has been thoroughly maintained and beautifully kept. Its presentation is thoroughly impressive.

The car is a dramatic and outstanding car in all respects – and a real rarity anywhere in the world.

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1965 Chrysler Newport Pillarless Sedan – SOLD

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The last time this car was on the market was 60 years ago! Sold new in March 1965 Robert L Curtis of California took delivery of his new Chrysler Newport with options, for US$3555.00.

The 1965 Newport featured Chrysler’s 383 cu in V8 engine (6.3-litres), well-known for its power and smoothness. With 270 horsepower, it gave excellent performance for 1965 – and with TorqueFlite automatic transmission and power steering, the Newport was a breeze to drive and good for 110mph. The 4-door sedan of generous proportions and luxurious fit-out was sharp-looking in the post fins era.

Mr Curtis ensured his car was regularly serviced, as shown in the handbook and glovebox plaque showing service dates. By the end of 1969 the car had covered 37,991 miles. A file with the car has a lot of servicing and repair documentation dating back over four decades

The cherished Chrysler was transferred to his son in 1990. He moved to Australia in 1997 and arranged for the Chrysler to be shipped out. In preparation for moving, a considerable amount of work was done to the car. At that time the odometer showed some 46,000 miles.

With good foresight, Mr Curtis also took the opportunity to purchase a large quantity of service parts for the car before it left the US. Today, the boot of the car is filled with many new parts.

After so many years with the car, Mr Curtis donated the car to the Motor Museum of WA. The Museum management has been undertaking a review of its cars and decided that the Newport is not sufficiently relevant to Australian motoring history and should be sold. It has been kept maintained and in September was checked over and serviced in readiness for sale.

Today the car presents very well – it’s certainly an impressive vehicle. The paintwork shows wear in some places, a few small scratches and past localized repairs in some spots but is mostly original. The bodywork is straight and rust free. Inside, the car is very tidy. Everything appears to be in fine condition, in place and operational.

The odometer today shows just over 51,400 miles, which when looking over the car and through servicing documentation looks verifiable as correct.

The car starts instantly and immediately shows the smoothness of its powertrain. The brakes are quite sensitive and the car handles very nicely, given its proportions and intended characteristics.

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Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1973 Holden Torana GTR XU-1 – Withdrawn from sale

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One of the greatest of Australian muscle cars, the GTR XU-1 built its reputation with motorsport wins and quickly became a favourite with collectors.

This car came into the family selling it now, over 20 years ago, spending much of that time garaged, awaiting attention. The owner has had the car carefully checked over and is confident that it’s the real deal, not a replica XU-1. A well-known and respected expert has verified this for him. The numbers show the car was assembled in GMH’s Queensland plant. Other early history is unknown. The car has its original build plates.

Its original engine was sold many years ago and another, period correct motor (verified 1973) has been fitted, with the triple carburettors and other correct fitments.

The XU-1 was registered until 2009, then deregistered and has passed inspection this year, being re-licensed on club registration.

The car was repainted to a high standard over twenty years ago, but it has not been on the road for most of that time, so presents very well. The bright yellow suits the car particularly well.

Inside the car presents very well throughout. A modern sound system has been installed recently, with no holes cut in the rear parcel shelf for speakers. The original AM radio will be sold with the car also.

Under the bonnet, in the boot and underneath the car also present very well. New tyres are on correct alloy wheels which show no kerb damage.

Considerable work has been undertaken recently to bring the car up to its excellent standard. Almost $30,000 has been spent doing this work. Much of the work done by a highly regarded expert workshop in these cars. The car has been serviced and dyno tuned – it starts instantly and runs very well.

It’s not going to be a concours winner, but is a very impressive example, which gets a great deal of positive attention when out and about. And it’s realistically priced.

If sold to a Western Australian buyer, the number plates MUSTARD can go with the car.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1988 Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9 – $19,500

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Recognized as one of the all-time-great hot hatches, the later version of the 205 GTi featured a 1.9-litre, fuel injected motor. This car’s from the sweet-spot in GTi production, with the most powerful (130bhp) motor. From 1992, the power output was reduced.

Genuine, original cars are very sought after. An Australian-delivered example, finished in Alpine White with cloth upholstery and the GTi’s signature red carpet, plus optional sunroof, this car recently arrived in Perth from Victoria.

The previous owner in Melbourne had spent over $6000 between 2023 and 2025 on maintenance and repair work on the car. This included the cam belt, and since this was changed, the car has just covered 100km. The odometer shows 313,000km.

On purchasing the car in August and having it shipped to Western Australia, and underwent a license inspectoin. Fortunately very little was required – and the car sailed through its registration inspection. The owner has also replaced the battery.

The GTi presents well, though there are a few blemishes and a couple of scratches. Inside, the upholstery is excellent. The car has the original Peugeot stereo and power windows. The owner advises that the sunroof does not work and he has not investigated why it doesn’t operate.

Under the bonnet, everything is as it should be. The car starts instantly and performs well showing the fun driving characteristics that this model is renowned for.

The car is registered (1IST538) to March 2026. It is eligible for club license.

This 205 GTi is very realistically priced, this is an honest, neat example which retains tremendous 1980s fun factor.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1987 Porsche 944 Turbo – Was $37,500 – now $29,500

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Porsche did a lot of development in the 944 series and the Turbo is deservedly recognized today as a desirable version.

Australian delivered examples were well-equipped, with standard features such as power steering, power windows, air conditioning, central locking, power seats, etc.

This car was delivered new in Melbourne by the Porsche importer, Hamiltons of South Yarra. The car’s history file includes a large quantity of invoices dating back to the 1990s, confirming that the car has always been maintained by Porsche specialist workshops.

Two years ago the present owner bought the car. He had plans to adapt the car for use in club level motorsport, but the idea never progressed – the car remaining unmodified and little used.

The owner had a service completed in September this year. He notes the report of several minor items would benefit from attention: predominantly cosmetic and wear and tear items. Given it’s an almost 40 year old car, none of this is out of the ordinary or requires major work. The car is very realistically priced taking into account that these items require attention.

The car is a straight, sound rust-free Australian-delivered car with comprehensive service history. It has the original books, documents and jack. The tyres are good Yokohama Advans. The odometer shows the car has covered 228,000km – an average of 6000km per year.

The engine bay presents very well – which is a testament to the excellent maintenance record the car possesses.

If sold to a Western Australian buyer a new set of numberplates will be fitted as the owner intends to retain those on the car.

The car presents well, in an attractive colour scheme and is well-equipped. Features include power steering, leather trim, “Teledial” alloy wheels and a big removable sunroof. The car will be supplied with a different – functional – sound system.

The 944 Turbo is a model with an excellent reputation, whether for road use or adapting to motorsport as the owner had planned.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa 3.2 – SOLD

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UNDER OFFER: Delivered new in Perth by Autohaus Porsche, this car has remained with the same owner until she recently passed away.

Finished in Grand Prix White and delivered on June 7 1985, it has options of power seats, the whaletail rear spoiler and of course the targa roof.

The car has a comprehensively stamped service booklet, with all maintenance carried out by Porsche specialists after the dealership. The odometer reading is 229,000km.

The late owner’s son says “My mother really did love the car and took immense care of it; it was her pride and joy.” While she could have bought any new car, she held on to he beloved 911.

The 911 presents as a very original example, with just a few stone chips to the front. The family advises that the car has never been in an accident. Inside the car presents very well, with the upholstery excellent – perforated black leather. The carpet mats, steering wheel rim and sills show some wear consistent with the car’s age.

The car’s original books are with it, in their compendium. The photographs below illustrate what a tidy, original car this is.

The family wishes to retain the number plates 1911. If sold to a WA buyer, new standard issue plates will be supplied.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1962 Jaguar E-Type FHC – SOLD

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This smart example of Jaguar’s E-Type in its purest form, this 1962 3.8 Series 1 is the 409th of the first 500 Fixed Head Coupes built. It was completed on 13 April 1962 and dispatched on 1 May 1962 to Jaguar dealer Henlys of London.

The car features early upgrades including the improved floor and inside bonnet latches but still has the early style alloy dash panel and centre console. Its matching numbers engine has an SP straight port head with the correct R suffix. A copy of a Heritage Certificate is with the car.

This car had belonged to an owner in Victoria for some time, and after his death it was put on the market. The buyer was highly-respected Porsche distributor, racing driver and collector, Alan Hamilton who sold the car to a Western Australian collector.

After arrival in Perth, considerable work was undertaken on the car. The cooling system was comprehensively overhauled, the brakes received attention and a full service. All this work done by a British classic car specialist company. Later work included more work to the brakes, work on the carburettors and choke and minor electrical items.

The car has been repainted many years ago, but aside from some paint chips, presents well. However, it’s not a show car – and there are minor areas which a new owner may wish to consider upgrading – such as the stone chips, deterioration of chrome on the tail-light mounts and similar items. The car has been realistically priced taking this into account.

The car runs very well – and it has the typical wonderful E-type exhaust note.

If sold to a Western Australian buyer the number plates XKE 62 go with the car.

These are wonderful, attractive, high-performance sports cars, exemplifying the Sixties and yet still providing fun and stylish motoring today.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete. Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided. Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SL – SOLD

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Very rare model
Low mileage
Full service history

The R107 series of Mercedes Sports was the company’s longest running series, with various versions produced over 18 years. Today, collectors prefer the larger V8 engine models. The 420SL is the rarest of all R107 models, with just 2,148 manufactured in total (compared to almost 50,000 560SLs) and a fraction of these were right hand drive. The 560SL only had 9 horsepower more than a 420SL.

This smart example was delivered new in Hong Kong. The service booklet is first stamped January 6 1988 for the car’s pre-delivery inspection by ZF Garages – which is still operating as a Mercedes-Benz dealership today. All the service stamps are in place from Mercedes-Benz in Hong Kong until April 2000.

The car was then imported to Western Australia, registered and thereafter maintained by local Mercedes-Benz specialists. Twenty-three years ago the car was sold to the present owner, in whose ownership it has always been an extra car for weekend runs, when the sun is shining. He hasn’t had the hardtop on the car and rarely used the soft-top. In the space of those 23 years the car has done just over 10,000 miles – today, the odometer reading 72,000 miles – verifiable through the car’s documentation.

This car is a particularly attractive example in an excellent colour scheme. Being a later series R107 it benefits from the wood inlays in the dashboard, front and rear spoilers and the later, flat style alloy wheels.

The body of this car is nice and straight, with all panels shutting with the typical Mercedes quality. The brightwork, lights and other hardware is excellent too. Chrome wheelarch trims have been added.

Inside, the car presents well in attractive grey perforated leather with matching carpets. The car is fitted with the desirable option of rear seats and seat belts. The interior fitments appear to be in fine condition.

The soft-top is in very good condition – in black fabric, with good clear windows.

The car has been well maintained by a respected specialist Mercedes-Benz workshop.

The 420SL starts easily and runs very smoothly. On the road it feels tight and offers very decent performance. Driving the car, it’s easy to understand why these were considered great cruising cars. And it’s clear this car has low-mileage and has been well maintained.

This is the rarest model of R107 SL, it’s well-equipped, has done very low miles, is in very good condition throughout and a real pleasure to drive. It is very realistically priced.

Fully registered 1AUS283

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FOR SALE: 1974 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow – $67,500

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Perth delivered
Money-no-object restoration
2025 Concours class winner
You won’t find better

This year the Silver Shadow series celebrates its 60^th anniversary and interest in these early chrome bumper versions is growing. This example is the best you’ll find.

In 1974 when this car was delivered new in Perth by Winterbottom Motors, it cost a hefty $42,500, when a new Jaguar XJ6 was $11,000.

Fast forward to the early 2000s after the original owner had passed away in 1996 and the car then belonged to a high flying Western Australian lawyer. It was in excellent condition still. The owner decided he wanted the best possible example of Silver Shadow. He sent the car to Bentley Sydney for a major restoration to be undertaken. This was a money-no-object exercise. The work took a year and a half and was completed in December 2003. A list of the extensive work done is with the car.

Some $80,000 was spent (in 2003), which may have been hard to justify on an already excellent car – but it turned out the owner was spending money which wasn’t his! Ultimately the Rolls-Royce was put on the market along with several other seized cars. The next owner saw the car advertised and went to have a look. Upon seeing the car it was immediately evident that it was an outstandingly good example in every respect, so he bought it.

In the ensuing eighteen years of his ownership, he estimated he had driven the car less than 10,000km. It has led a pampered life. That owner advised the only major work he’s had to do was to the air conditioning system – otherwise it had been regular maintenance and servicing required. In December 2021 the car was given a major service and the opportunity was taken to rectify anything else which could be found on the car, getting everything up to the best standard. Four new white-sidewall tyres were fitted. Some $11,000 was spent. This was in preparation for selling the car – a sale which I handled.

The original handbook remains with the car and the service booklet shows consistent servicing. Today the odometer shows close to 40,000km, which is 140,000km. The car still wears its original Perth numberplates XHX 444.

For the new owner work was undertaken by a specialist workshop to bring any identifiable issue up to spec. A total of just over $14,500 was spent.

In May 2025 the car was entered for judging in the Rolls-Royce Owners’ Club Concours, where won its class. In the biggest class, this win is testament to the quality of the car’s restoration.

It’s very hard on inspection to find anything to criticise, inside, outside, in the engine bay and boot. The car is an absolute joy to drive and is tight and rattle free. The engine runs smoothly and offers ample performance.

This is a Silver Shadow which just needs to be enjoyed. For a buyer looking for a superior condition example of this classic Rolls-Royce, you need look no further. This car will impress on first inspection and for years to come.

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1927 Studebaker Dictator – $24,900

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The Dictator was a new model for 1927, with a 242 cubic inch (4-litre) straight-six engine and was the second from top model in the range. It was a large, spacious car on a 113-inch wheelbase. Steel disc wheels were standardised for 1927 as were 4-wheel brakes.

This car was purchased, as a project in need of complete restoration in 1987 by the previous owner… and a total restoration was undertaken so the car could be used in the Bicentennial Rally.

The car drove to Canberra and back with tremendous reliability along with several others. It was a 17-day drive from Perth, the furthest start point. 1150 vehicles took part, with entries from all over the world. The Studebaker still proudly wears its rally plates and stickers.

One of the special features of this car is the California Hardtop, a separate, but fixed hardtop roof which was a popular, and expensive accessory. This makes the car a much more habitable vehicle for long drives – and also features retractable spring-loaded, roll-up side curtains. Other nice details include cowl-mounted sidelights and a high-quality stainless steel radiator mascot – which cost the owner $500.

The Dictator is a comfortable car to ride in and is especially spacious in the back, making it a great family car for club runs and rallies. The large engine provides good performance with plenty of torque. This car has always been known to be exceptionally reliable.

The car changed hands in 2022 and has required little beyond servicing in that time. A new hi-crank battery was fitted a couple of years ago. The roof fabric sustained a small scratch, more recently than these photos.

If sold to a WA buyer, the VAA 1927 number plates can go with the car. The Studebaker is realistically priced and ready to provide many more years of reliable service for its next custodian.

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