Brief Summary
Harry provides a preview of the upcoming Iconic Auctions sale at Race Retro, Stoneley Park. The sale features a diverse collection of approximately 100 cars, including competition and road cars. Key highlights include Group B rally cars like the Ford RS200, Metro 6R4, Aston Martin V8, AMG Black series, Toyota Supra, Lotus Formula 3 car driven by Emerson Fittipaldi, Porsche 911, Ford Escort Mexico, Audi Quattro, McLaren Senna, Ford GT, Mitsubishi EVO, Porsche GT4 and GT3 models, a selection of Minis, and unique racing cars like a Bentley GT3 and Audi Quattro Pikes Peak.
- The auction includes a wide range of vehicles, from homologation specials to modern supercars.
- Several cars with significant racing history and unique modifications are featured.
- The sale offers opportunities for both collectors and enthusiasts looking for rare and well-maintained vehicles.
Introduction to the Auction
Harry welcomes viewers to a preview of the Iconic Auctions sale at Race Retro in Stoneley Park. He explains that viewing day is Friday, 21st of February, from 9:30 AM, with the auction on Saturday, 22nd of February, starting at 11:00 AM with Automobilia, followed by competition cars and road cars at 2:00 PM. The sale features around 100 cars, with competition cars having lot numbers starting with a five and road cars with lot numbers starting with a six.
Ford RS200 Group B Rally Cars
Harry showcases two Ford RS200s, homologation specials from the Group B rallying era. Both are road-going versions with full interiors. One is a beautifully refreshed example from 1986, estimated at £350,000 to £400,000. The other is a rare Ferrari red RS200 with a proper interior, including Caro seats and red Kniks, estimated at £300,000 to £350,000. The S version of the RS200 allows switching between two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive.
Metro 6R4 Rally Cars
Two versions of the Metro 6R4 are presented. The first is a competition version driven by Tony Pond in the 1986 Rally of Portugal, a rally marked by tragedy. This car has been a regular at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from 2005 to 2024 and has extensive international competition history, estimated at £275,000 to £325,000. The second is a Clubman version, one of 200 homologation specials, untouched and in original condition, with a V6 Williams-developed engine, estimated at £200,000 to £240,000.
Aston Martin V8 Racing Collection
Harry features another Aston Martin V8 from the same racing collection as a bright blue Vantage previously sold. This one is a vibrant green with a green leather interior, commissioned by foreign royalty. With only 626 kilometres from new, it is guided at £50,000 to £60,000.
AMG Black Series and Toyota Supra
An AMG Black Series from 2007 is highlighted, one of 25 right-hand drive examples. It features bespoke bodywork, a wider track, and bucket seats. Jeremy Clarkson, a friend of Harry's, previously owned one and enjoyed it. This car is estimated at £100,000 to £120,000 with 24,000 miles. Also featured is a 1994 UK-spec, right-hand drive Toyota Supra with only 24,000 miles, in pristine, unmodified condition with an automatic gearbox, estimated at £30,000 to £36,000. A modified Supra with big Ricaro seats and boosted horsepower is also shown, with 141,000 miles, estimated at £40,000 to £50,000.
Lotus Formula 3 and Replica
Harry discusses a Lotus Formula 3 car from 1969 driven by Emerson Fittipaldi, who dominated the 1969 Championship, estimated at £65,000 to £70,000. He also presents a Lotus 49 replica from 1967 with two seats, extended to accommodate a passenger. It has a Honda engine and has covered 20,000 miles, estimated at £18,000 to £22,000.
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth and Porsche 911
A Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth, a two-wheel drive model from 1990 with only 19,000 miles, is described as a "sleeper" in the market, offering great driving experience at half the price of a regular Cosworth, estimated at £38,000 to £48,000. A 1982 Porsche 911 Targa in hell bronze metallic is also featured, with £30,000 recently spent on an engine rebuild and fettling, with a re-done passer interior, estimated at £45,000 to £55,000.
Ford Escort Mexico and Audi Quattro
Harry showcases a Ford Escort Mexico in the correct colours with stripes and RS Alloys, complete with Cy spotlights, estimated at £35,000 to £40,000. He then highlights a 1990 Audi Quattro 20-valve, which has undergone a four-year restoration to achieve perfect condition, with a retrimmed interior, estimated at £65,000 to £75,000.
McLaren Senna and Ford GT
The McLaren Senna, chassis number 001, is presented as an ultimate track car with number plates. It generates 800 kilos of downforce at 155 mph and has a 789 horsepower V8 engine, weighing just under 1,200 kilos. As the first Senna built, it was a development car and is now in private hands, estimated at £800,000 to £1 million. Beside it is a second-generation Ford GT in Heritage colours, a twin-turbo V6 race car with amazing aero, estimated at £800,000 to £1 million.
Mitsubishi EVO and Porsche Cayman GT4
Harry features a Tommy Makinen Edition of the Mitsubishi EVO from 2000, noting its gained following and increasing expense, estimated at £70,000 to £90,000 after significant restoration work. He contrasts this with a 2020 Porsche Cayman GT4 with only 300 miles, originally costing £85,000 with extras. Harry believes it should be more recognised in the marketplace, praising its manual six-speed, flat-6 4.0L engine, and usability, estimated at £78,000 to £85,000.
Porsche GT3 RS and GT4 Models
An RS version of the GT3 RS from 2015 with 550 miles is shown in a gorgeous colour with satin wheels, a PTK example, estimated at £140,000 to £180,000. He also discusses an earlier 2016 GT4 with tasteful extras, including carbon brakes, manual transmission, and 12,000 miles, estimated at £65,000 to £75,000, highlighting the value of the GT4 models.
Porsche 991.1 GT3 and Mini Selection
Harry presents a 2014 Porsche 991.1 GT3 with 8,900 miles, guided at £80,000 to £100,000, noting it has steel brakes. He then transitions to a selection of three completely different Minis.
Mini Recharged and Original Mini Cooper S
The first Mini is a Mini Recharged, an electric Mini done by Chris Rea, with all proceeds donated to the domestic abuse charity Refuge, estimated at £30,000 to £35,000. The second is an original 1963 Mini Cooper S 1275cc, breathed on by NX Swift with the Swift tune magick kit, kept at 1275cc, estimated at £50,000 to £60,000.
Modified Mini Cooper and Porsche 911
Harry features a 1965 Mini Cooper with a rare modification: a different cylinder head allowing for big Weber 40s carburettors, estimated at £18,000 to £24,000. He then moves on to a 2.0L early 911 short wheelbase, a German car with a ground-up restoration and 2,165 miles since, estimated at £60,000 to £70,000 with all UK taxes paid.
Caterham and Morris Minor Race Car
A 1998 Caterham with a K series engine is presented, highlighting the lightweight engine's impact on the car's feel, with a six-speed gearbox, estimated at £15,000 to £20,000. He also features a 1949 Morris Minor race car, the oldest racing Morris Minor in the world, with extensive history at Goodwood Revival, estimated at £25,000 to £30,000.
Volvo Amazon Rally Car and Audi Quattro Hill Climb
Harry showcases a 1968 Volvo Amazon 123 GT, prepped for historic rally events but never actually used, estimated at £20,000 to £25,000. He then presents his favourite car in the auction: a wild Audi Quattro extensively hill-climbed, including Pikes Peak. With around 700-800 horsepower and weighing around 1,000 kilos, it's guided at £100,000 to £150,000.
Prodrive P25 and Aston Martin DBS
The Prodrive P25, car number one of a batch of 25, is featured, boasting a 2.5L engine, sequential gearbox, and 440 horsepower. Originally costing £550,000, it has covered 121 miles, with the price on application. Harry also highlights a 2021 Aston Martin DBS 007 Edition in black, with a carbon roof and extensive carbon detailing, with 2,500 miles, estimated at £150,000 to £170,000.
Bentley GT3 Pikes Peak
Harry concludes with a Bentley GT3 that started as a works racing car and was transformed for drift, rally attack, and Pikes Peak events. With a 1,000 horsepower V8 twin-turbo engine and weighing 1,200 kilos, it was intended to break the outright Hill record at Pikes Peak, guided at £800,000 to £1 million.
Auction Details and Closing Remarks
Harry wraps up the preview, reminding viewers that viewing day is Friday, with the auction starting on Saturday with Automobilia at 11:00 AM, competition cars at 12:00 PM, and road cars at 2:00 PM. The auction can be viewed live on YouTube and Iconic's website, with registration required to bid. He encourages viewers to check the website for more details and thanks them for watching.
