Live online auction to offer a very exciting collection of cars
Three stunning BMWs direct from Jamiroquai frontman Jay Kay
Possibly a best of breed right-hand drive, low mileage, gullwing Mercedes SLS
A stunning Maserati Merak SS with 16,000 documented miles
A super-rare Scaglione designed Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale
Silverstone Auctions will get their live online auction underway this Saturday 23rd May with a stunning catalogue of rare classics and modern supercars.
The auction will start at 14:00 BST and on offer are 86 cars, one remarkable Harley Davidson motorbike and 13 personalised number plates.
Among this Lots on offer are three BMWs direct from Jay Kay who is well known for his exclusive collection of fine cars.
The first of the BMWs is the best of its kind that Silverstone Auctions have ever seen. It is 1 of 500 1972 3.0 CSL E9s made in right-hand drive and finished in Chamonix White with 62,000 miles on the clock. This version also has, from new, the City Pack which included electric windows, additional soundproofing and full bumpers and wheel arch extensions.
The owner prior to Jay Kay found the car in storage where it had been for a number of years and set about restoring it to its original beauty. The history file shows the extent to which the previous owner went to ensure this car would be one of the finest CSLs. Now offered by Jay Kay for an estimated £135,000 to £155,000.
The second BMW is an exceptionally rare right-hand drive 1983 Alpina B9 3.5 (E28) with a manual gearbox. It is thought to be one of only 18 available in this specification and one that had been carefully chosen by Jay Kay nine years ago. The last of his BMWs is a 1987 E30 which has been developed into a competition specification car. After converting it was then prepared for Jay to drive it in the Rally Isla Mallorca in March 2020 as Car Zero. Looking fabulous, it is now ready for sprints, hill climbs and stage rallies. Both cars on offer at £25,000 to £30,000 and £48,000 to £56,000 respectively.
Now for a modern supercar and one that can be described as a best of breed example, a 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. This car is outstanding and truly special with 12,700 miles from new, right-hand drive and finished in Obsidian Black with Classic Red leather interior. With a 6.2-litre V8 and 563bhp under the bonnet and a race start launch control system, at an estimated £125,000 to £140,000 this is a serious piece of engineering with breath-taking performance.
On the subject of performance, a Maserati Merak SS, but the later and rarer version fitted with the Bora Dashboard and originally UK-supplied.
Presented in an unrestored and original condition with 16,000 miles, this is potentially a collector’s car or one to be invited to any Concours. It comes with a full history, a wealth of paperwork depicting its life and even the spare wheel still has its original sticker on it. This is a rare opportunity to own a very special car at an estimated £65,000 to £75,000.
Our final car in this release is the fantastic 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Speciale at £55,000 to £65,000. This is a super rare car designed by Scaglione. Once used as a road car prior to being converted to competition use, it acquired FIA papers in 2005 and in 2011 joined a large UK private collection. This is a nicely prepared and maintained car supplied with its Italian documents and a sizeable history file. This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a classic streamlined Alfa.
Harry Whale, Silverstone Auctions Sales Manager commented: “We are extremely happy with this catalogue and the selection of cars offered. There are several very rare classic and modern cars on offer providing a great opportunity for any discerning collector.”
“We are also very honoured that Jay Kay has entrusted three BMWs to us from his personal collection. These cars are superb examples of the BMW marque and the CSL is quite outstanding.”
“Bidders are welcome to view these cars at our secure storage facility by booking a one to one appointment with a member of the team. So please visit the website and the Lot of interest and contact the consigner directly.”
All the cars are being kept in a single secure storage facility and one to one viewings will be conducted in line with Government guidance.
Buyers will be able to bid via several online bidding partners, phone or leave a commission bid. Fees for this auction have been set at 10% plus VAT for Buyers.
The May Live Auction takes place on the 23rd May
