Highlights at Bonhams|Cars Golden Age of Motoring Sale

LONDON, UK – October 26, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Bonhams|Cars’ annual Golden Age of Motoring Sale will showcase an exquisite collection of Veteran and Edwardian vehicles at its New Bond Street saleroom in the heart of London on 1 November. This year’s auction will feature over 180 lots, including an impressive array of automobilia, bicycles, and veteran cars. With the iconic London to Brighton Run taking place that same weekend, these century-old motor cars present an extraordinary opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Highlighting this prestigious sale is the 1904 Darracq 12hp Twin-Cylinder Four-Seat Side-Entrance Tonneau, offered at an estimate of £180,000 – 240,000. This marvel from the early days of motoring has a prestigious ownership history, formerly part of the famous Sword Collection in the 1960s. It was subsequently owned by Air Chief Mashal Sir John Rogers and HSCC CEO Mr Graham White.

1901 De Dion Bouton 4½hp Three-Seater Voiturette. Estimate: £60,000 – 70,000.

Another exciting offering is the 1901 De Dion Bouton 4½hp Three-Seater Voiturette, formerly owned by The Veteran Car Club of Great Britain. Affectionately known as “The Wellingham De Dion,” this remarkable vehicle has a storied history, having participated in numerous London-Brighton Runs and is officially entered in the upcoming 2024 event. Offered with an estimate of £60,000 – 70,000

1900 Clément-Panhard 4/4½hp Dos-à-Dos Light Dog Cart. Estimate: £60,000 – 70,000.

Another standout offering is the 1900 Clément-Panhard 4/4½hp Dos-à-Dos Light Dog Cart, estimated at £60,000 – 70,000. Its fascinating history includes a first prize win in the 1927 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run and at a notable exhibition in 1931, where it towed the Blackburn Bluebird Aeroplane ‘G-ABDS’ around the streets of Glasgow to commemorate the solo trip around the world by the Hon. Mrs. Victor Bruce.

The 1900 Clément-Panhard pictured at Glasgow’s Civic Week Exhibition in 1931.

Additional highlights in the sale include:

• 1910 Lorraine-Dietrich FJ/24 24hp Four-Cylinder Double-Phaeton. Estimate: £85,000 – 120,000
• 1901 MMC 8hp Single-Cylinder Two-Seat Brougham. Estimate: £80,000 -–100,000.
• 1912 Sunbeam 16/20hp 4-Litre Tourer. Estimate: £60,000 – 90,000.

Sale: The Golden Age of Motoring Sale
Location: London
Date: 1 November 2024

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