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1959 Triumph TR3A   

 The Triumph TR3 is a British sports car produced between 1955 and 1962. Built by Standard -Triumph Motor Company. A traditional roadster that evolved from its earlier variant the TR2. The TR3 has more horsepower and also improved braking over the earlier model. The rugged "sidescreen" TR was named after its build which employed removable plexiglass side curtains for bad weather motoring. The car was successful with both sales and motorsport and approximately 75,000 of these model variants were produced. TR3's were campaigned in races,hill climbs and many rallies across Europe and N. America.

The car offered here is the widemouth version which is favored by many over the earlier versions of the TR2 which featured a much smaller front end opening.

The current owner of this car has spent much time gradually upgrading and refurbishing the car to its outstanding condition as shown today. It is rare to find a car of this quality that is in such excellent driving and cosmetic condition . Major work on the car completed over time, by the present knowledgeable owner is as follows.

The owner has kept the car for over 30 years and it has always been garaged. The mileage is believed to be original. The car has been repainted BRG, with painting professionally done while the major body panels were off the car.
The car is fitted with a Lempert wood rim steering wheel and an overdrive transmission allowing for comfotable cruising at today's modern highway speeds. The engine is in excellent shape with solid oil pressure both hot and cold. The engine is fitted with an auxiliary electric cooling fan to easily handle Summer driving temperatures.

The interior includes custom full leather seats and the tachometer has been rebuilt. The recently fitted Vredestein tires have approximately 1500 miles only on them and are shod on chrome knockoff wire wheels. The battery was just replaced last month and the car has a gear reduction starter for guaranteed easy starting in all seasons.

For driving in inclement weather the car has an excellent convertible top, a full tonneau cover and a soft top boot, plus a California brand full car cover.
The brake calipers and master cylinder have been rebuilt. The muffler was recently replaced and the fuel tank and radiator core replaced.
In summary here is a spotless example of a very popular model which has been with its same owner for many years and has been blessed with great care and attention to anything that was needed to keep it in pristine condition. The new owner will have the option to do some spiried long distance rallies or just have a great local touring car.
       
Price: $32,000
    
VIN #: TS77518
Mileage: 84000
Transmission: Manual
Condition: Excellent
Exterior: British Racing Green
Interior: Green Leather
   
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1969 Jaguar E-type
This 1969 Jaguar E-type was driven only 9,702 miles over the first 5-10 years, by the original owner and his son. When the son joined the army, the car was put up on blocks and stored. When the father passed away the car was sold by the estate in January of 2008. The second owner drove the car a couple of hundred miles, and then decided to do a complete nut and bolt
restoration. The restoration took over 6 years (2011-2016) and the cost is estimated to be over $130,000. A full set of documents are available verifying the work that has been done and the cost.

It would have seemed that this car should have just been mechanically refreshed, since the car would obviously have been one of the best survivors with minimal mileage and still shod with the originally fitted wheels and Dunlop SP tires and interior leather was in excellent condition. However, the second owner was determined to make it as new and hired the best marque specialists to make certain that the restoration was done to exacting Jaguar Clubs of America judging standards.

The car has the original engine, gearbox, starter, alternator and AC compressor still fitted.

Fantastic Finishes in West Palm Beach, Florida did the majority of the restoration work. They billed approximately 670 hours for mechanical and body work. A book with detailed notes made by the mechanics comes with the car. Branch Honda in Palm Beach, Florida did 37 hours of restoration work. The engine was restored by Coventry West in Jupiter, Florida at a cost of $7,062.00. Plus additional work amounting to $2,740.00 for labor. The interior was completely redone by Complete lnterior Restorations, lnc. in Chamblee, GA at a cost of $14,230.00. Miscellaneous parts purchases from a multitude of suppliers, including SNG Barrett, Welsh Enterprises add up to another $32,388.

After the restoration, the car was vetted by two Jaguar specialists. Both of whom are top marque specialists for Jaguar and who are familiar with Jaguar judging standards.Both experts praised the overall standard of restoration.

Hagerty values a 1969 Jaguar Series 2 OTS in concours condition at $160,000.00 Jaguar Club of New England gave this car a score of 0.9987 at their concours in June 2017. Documentation is available for all quoted costs. This car is truly unique in condition and should bring its next owner much pleasure whether it is used for long distance touring, competition or daily driving.

Many knowledgable collectors would classify this car's specification to be the best of the best, while retaining its beautiful original styling with Series l smaller bumpers and overriders. However, the car also embodies later important features such as a larger engine with increased torque, better disc brakes, improved comfort seats and a fully synchronized gearbox.
    
Price: $149,900
    
VIN #: 1R12046
Mileage: 10,902
Transmission: Manual
Condition: Mint
Exterior: Signal Red
lnterior: Tan Leather 
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1971 Land Rover Series lla
This 1971 Series IIa was lost in a West Virginia barn since 2001 with a reported 30k original miles when found.

The vehicle was retrieved and then subjected to a total restoration starting with a brand new frame. At the same time the vehicle underwent a total upgrade to make it into a modern high performance road vehicle without losing any of its incredible off-road performance, for which these great vehicles have been known for during the past 70 years in which they have been manufactured. Not only was this process a vehicle performance upgrade but it also included custom installing modern driver and passenger conveniences such as a bespoke sound system, up to date air conitioning and use of lightweight alloy body panels to eliminate rusting with age. 

2017 Chevrolet LTG 2.0 GEN III Engine – 272 HP / 295 FT-LBS, Tremec T56 6-Speed Manual, Forbyn Brothers / 2:1 Hi, 1:1 Lo, Land Rover Salisbury Military – 4.11 Gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac, Forbyn Brothers
4-Wheel Disc, R-M Diamont, Land Rover Limestone Basecoat, Matte Clearcoat, Original Patina on Galvanized Metal, "Black Bridge" Custom Gauges, RestoMod “Bantam II” Air Conditioning System, Heated & Cooled Front Seats, Hidden Bespoke Stereo.

Price: $139,000

    
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1983 Ferrari 308 GTS QV
Red/Tan, recent total engine rebuild by marque specialist. Shows 58K miles. Same ownership since 1999. New tires on 16” rims. Removable roof panels. A great driver and a chance to enter the unique world of Ferrari motor cars for a very fair price.
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1965 Superformance Shelby Cobra
Silver/Black with black stripes, 315 Windsor, Edelbrock intake manifold, independent rear suspension, coil overs, Holley 4 barrel,  5 speed Tremec, custom leather seats. Makes around 400 bhp. 

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1962 Jaguar E-Type OTS
A veritable time warp, Old English White with black leather. This car has been in the same family for fifty four years and has accumulated only 42,000 miles. The car was ordered from Jaguar Cars in New York and was shipped from the factory in the UK in December 1962. The car was registered by the owner in NY in April 1963.

The car comes complete with all of its factory documents including manufacturer’s warranty, periodic maintenance vouchers, operating, maintenance and service handbooks. A full set of working original keys whose numbers are identified on the vehicle invoice. Optional equipment also identified on the vehicle invoice as factory options: seat belts and wing mirrors. The original toolkit, jack and tonneau are all present and in working order. All vehicle systems are fully functional.

All numbers are matching, and the body number is still visible, hand written in yellow marker and is also clearly shown on the fire wall plate.

To find a car with single family ownership and only 42,000 miles is virtually unheard of. This car would surely be a winner in any preservation class at any Jaguar event.  The car has been inspected by current Jaguar factory personnel and is believed to be one of the best and most original pre-owned cars that they have ever seen. The condition of the car is well shown in the large number of recent photographs that are attached.
This fine piece of automotive excellence, ready to ship from the UK,  without any delay, is being offered for $295,000 US. This is a unique opportunity to buy a very special vehicle.
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​1975 Jaguar Series 3, E-Type
White/blue, manual transmission, excellent condition and comes complete with rare factory hardtop, 13K original miles only. Second owner has carefully maintained this car during lengthy storage period. It would be hard to find another vehicle in this condition with such low mileage.
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1955 DeSoto Fireflight Convertible
This is a low production car from the stylish 1950’s styled by Virgil Exner. It was DeSotos top-of-the line car for 1955. The American public had never seen such vision of grandeur for an affordable beauty. Magnificent pink and black paint with a cloth and leather interior. V8 hemi 276 engine with Powerflite transmission. Chrysler wire wheels, new A/C system, power seats and electric power top. Brilliant restoration inside and out from stem to stern. Extended recent road tour turned heads everywhere the car appeared.  A rare chance to own such a great classic which is fully serviced and sitting in a heated garage ready to drive!
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1979 Ferrari 308 GT4
Red/Tan, recent total respray in bright red, paint in excellent condition. Belt service and fluid replacement recently completed. 35K original miles. Top screen shelf replaced . 16 year ownership. Rare sunroof . Car comes with a second set of wheels. All body glass seals replaced and new front calipers fitted. A car that has been maintained as needed, and used as a daily driver, a fine honest example.  

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1961 Chevy Apache 3/4 ton Fleetside Pick-up
283 ci V8 with 4 speed, 8’ bed, black with red stripe. NO 4WD. Completed a $35K bed off restoration. Clean documentation papers . A bargain for a properly restored vehicle. 4th owner. This truck makes a very good appearance both inside and out and is highly practical.
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1952 Chevrolet 6500
2 TON dual rear wheel heavy duty truck 16,000 GVW. 216 cu in. 6 cylinder with Eaton 2 speed rear differential giving 8 speeds. Total restoration and conversion to a mobile party bar. The conversion to this dual purpose vehicle was carried out locally to the highest possible standards. The vehicle has already proven itself, having been used for outdoor party rentals this past year, since the build was completed. Party pictures are available along with a color brochure. A truly unique vehicle, absolutely stunning, complete and ready to go.
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2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa
Black on black, 50,000 miles, 2 owners from new, meticulously maintained and factory serviced. 6 speed, fully loaded, flawless paint and body work, outstanding mechanical and driving condition. 

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1971 Jaguar E-Type V12 Roadster
This is number 8 of the first 10 V12 Jaguars built. Regency red/black, 64K miles. 4 speed, A/C, power steering and brakes. Comprehensively restored by Bassett’s of Rhode Island in the early 1990’s, including repainting of the chassis and body, major mechanical and cosmetic overhaul of the engine and drive train, all steering, suspension, and braking system components rebuilt or replaced as needed, complete new upholstery, convertible top and chrome pieces, all major electrical components rebuilt or replaced. 10,000 miles have been put on since the restoration. This car is in near show quality condition throughout, yet can still be driven. 
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1967 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8
Delivered 8/22/1966 to New York in Colorado Red. Originally equipped with wire wheels, overdrive, heater, adjustable steering column, laminated windscreen, road speed tires, black tonneau cover. Outstanding documented older restoration in near show quality condition throughout. Mechanically excellent with overdrive: all systems working perfectly. 

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1964 Morgan 4-4
​Matching numbers. Green/black wire wheels. 1500 cc Ford, 4 speed gear box. Side curtains/top, jack. California car. Outstanding mechanical and cosmetic condition. 2 owners from new. 33,000 miles. Ready for rally or event. ​
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1963 Corvette Stingray Split Window Coupe
Sebring silver/blue, matching number, 327-300HP, 4 speed. Production date 12/22/1962. Sold through Ray Ridge Chevrolet, Trenton, MI. NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold Certified. Power steering, vintage air, 36,000 miles believed to be original, 5 owners from new. Excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition.

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For more information on any of the automobiles listed above or the other services we offer, please contact David Bate and let us know how we can be of service.
   
CHARIOTS OF DESIRE
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