It was just this Tuesday that we were talking about old Vauxhalls, with a lovely Astra 888 Coupe from the classifieds, and here we are again with the chance to purchase a classic Griffin. This isn't just any sale, however, but a Vauxhall Heritage clear-out as the division's centre is being relocated.
Ergo this auction doesn't include the Lotus Carlton, the Firenza Droop Snoot or the Astra GTE, but some of the humbler Vauxhalls hanging around in Luton. Still, a no reserve auction of old cars is guaranteed to attract some interest around here, isn't it?
Vauxhall is selling 11 cars, from a 1924 M-Type 14/40 Melton tourer to a 2013 Corsa. Highlights? There's a 1931 Bedford WHB 14-seater bus, described as "in need of recommission" and bought by Vauxhall from the original owners in 1999; it's expected to make between £10,000 and £12,000. An attractive proposition, perhaps, for someone looking for a wedding car when government restrictions are lifted.
Those after a classic car project could surely do worse than look at the 1966 FC Victor Estate; granted, it's said to need welding and a brake overhaul - which we'd assume to be quite important - but the estimate is just £3-£4k. And the Victor has been owned by Vauxhall for more than 20 years, which makes it more interesting than most. Plus, well, there's something quite quaint and picnic-at-the-village-green-fete about it.
Then there's the Chevette. It's a 1981 L, as basic as the old Vauxhall hatch comes, and weirdly appealing because of it. With cars like this in decline and the rise in popularity of events like the Festival of the Unexceptional, don't be surprised if the little Chevette makes more than its £4-£5k estimate. It looks to be a gem.
We'll gloss over the Combo, Corsas and Vectra to focus on our final lot of interest, the Zafira GSI. Remember when the performance MPV was a fad? Seemingly no more bizarre than the fast SUV, it never quite caught on, despite Vauxhall's best efforts with turbocharged Merivas and Zafiras, each capable of more than 140mph. This particular one isn't even expected to breach £1,000, despite an "extensive" history file.
The auction itself is to be held on September 24th, and every single lot is offered without reserve. Those hankering for a winter project should get familiar with the Brightwells page - and do let us know if you're lucky on one!
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