The Iconic Sale at Race Retro 2026 - Competition Cars

Entries for our Competition Car Sale have now closed, the auction will take place on Saturday 21st February from 10.30am in Hall 1, Stoneleigh Park, Coventry, CV8 2LG. Viewing is available in person at the auction venue from 9am on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st February, where our team of specialists will be on hand to answer any queries. Registration for bidding is open, either by clicking the button below or by emailing bid@iconicauctioneers.com. Bidding is available in person, online, on the telephone or via a commission bid. Entry to the auction is with an Auction Catalogue, available to purchase on the day £20 admits two. Show tickets are not required to attend just the auction, however if you wish to visit the wider event you will require a show ticket - use discount code PTICA to save £2 on each ticket.

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  • Lot Number: 601

    1977 Chevron B40 Ex-Fred Opert Racing

    One of the three 1977 Chevron F2 cars run by the factory. From diligent ownership and understood to be 'race-ready', valid FIA/MSA papers, with a recently rebuilt (£15,815) Hart 420. Offered without reserve.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 602

    1972 Ford Escort Mexico

    Professionally built in 2000 around a genuine AVO Mexico Type 49 bodyshell and fully rebuilt a few years ago, this 1972 Mexico has enjoyed considerable success. Now ready for its next owner, this is a great opportunity to own an iconic 1970s 'Performance Ford', with all the history and magic that the name 'Mexico' implies.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 603

    1963 Elva Courier Mk3

    A fine example of the third-generation of Elva's ubiquitous Courier. Successfully campaigned in the US for many years and now part of a UK Collection. Very well presented and currently UK road registered.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 604

    1970 Royale RP4

    A stalled restoration project, this Royale RP4 presents a rare opportunity to acquire a lightweight, well-documented British competition car from the early-1970s. In good overall condition, structurally sound and appears to be mechanically ‘all there’. Offered without reserve.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 605

    c.2018 Brian James AD-CD Twin Axle Hydraulic Tilt-Bed 16' Trailer

    Brian James twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed trailer, with auxiliary aluminium ramps. Lightly used and in very good condition. Offered without reserve. 

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 606

    1970 ARK Sprite Twin-Cam FIA HTP

    Well known and much respected within the annals of British GT Motorsport over the last five decades, this Lotus Twin-Cam-powered, Smith and Deakin-bodied, Austin-Healey Sprite now sports an FIA HTP valid to the end of 2034 and is ready for further adventures.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 607

    1972 MG B GT Race Car - offered directly from Richard Hammond

    The final car Richard drove onTop Gear and subject to an extensive restoration by The Smallest Cog into the celebrated race car we see today - Ric Wood engine, race provenance, and modelled by Corgi.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 608

    1978 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4 Competition Car

    Offering superb value for money with the versatility of being road registered, this is a well known car built for the Ferrari Club Classic Championship.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 609

    1988 Lancia Delta Integrale 8V

    Offering superb value for money and an impressive specification, this 8-valve Integrale began life as a recce car before being transformed into a highly capable rally machine.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 610

    1984 Ford Sierra Cosworth Rally Car

    Blending the unmistakable character of Ford’s legendary Group A era with modern motorsport engineering, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a recently built Sierra of the highest calibre.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 611

    1979 Ford Escort - builtto FIA RS1800 Group 4 Tarmac Spec *

    This impressive, left-hand drive 1979 Ford Escort and its power unit were built by Kevin Davies Motorsport in 2022 to the ultimate RS1800 FIA Group 4 Tarmac Rally-spec.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 612

    1987 DAM 4100 Metro 6R4

    A rare example of David Appleby and Tony Pond's superb creation based on the Clubman's 6R4 Chassis #183. As one of only 200 Metro 6R4 competition rally cars ever built, it also represents a rare chance to own a bespoke rally car with 'Group B' in its DNA.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 613

    1989 Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16V 'Group A' Rally Car FIA HTP

    Subject to an extensive three-year build by Ricky Higgs to FIA Tarmac Rally specification (Period J2), this stunning Martini-liveried, Integrale 16v is FIA-papered to December 2034 and ready for its next lucky owner.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 614

    1972 Ford Capri RS2600 (FIA Group 2) - Le Mans Classic Class Winner

    Expertly built by the Jordan Racing Team to FIA Group 2 specification, this impressive 1972 RS2600 is a 2023 Le Mans Classic class winner with FIA HTPs valid until 2029.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 615

    1972 Ford Escort Mk1 RS1600 BDA Rally Car FIA HTP

    Fully rebuilt in 2016 and unused since, this Pete Slights-prepared, ex-Ford RS1600 with a Wayne Mitchell, 210bhp, 1,800cc BDA and ZF 5-speed dog-leg box is accompanied by its FIA HTP (31/12/2026), HRVI papers, and the FoMoCo original build-sheets/allocation.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 616

    1969 MG C GT Rally Car

    A properly prepared and impressively proven MG C GT historic rally car, offered from long-term ownership and with an enviable record that underlines both its preparation and reliability.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 617

    1969 Ford Escort Group 4 Spec Rally Car - New Build

    This Mk1 Escort has been carefully constructed from the ground up using all the right components. Engineered to be a highly competitive historic Group 4 tarmac rally car with great potential in the right hands.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 618

    1966 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Replica FIA HTP

    Professionally prepared to exacting FIA competition standards, this Shelby GT350 Replica represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a race-ready example of one of America’s most evocative historic competition cars.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 619

    1975 Porsche 911 3.0 MFI 'RSR' Re-creation.

    An original factory-supplied, LHD, 1975 2.7 MFI Carrera (now 3-litres) upgraded in 1996 to an FIA-compatible RSR IROC specification. Imported to the UK in 2003 by Nick Faure with much International success over the following two decades.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 620

    1975 Ford Capri 3.0 with Ric Wood Motovation

    A rare opportunity to acquire a well-known, well-developed and highly capable classic racing Capri benefitting from a number of recent enhancements including a Ric Wood 3.1-litre GP1 engine offering a tad under 300bhp with only one outing since completion.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 621

    1965 BMW 1800 TI FIA HTP

    Prepared by marque specialists Laranca Engineering and with current FIA HTP papers valid until 31st December 2026, this is a rare opportunity at a tempting estimate.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 622

    1964 MG B Roadster with Hardtop Race Car FIA HTP

    Professionally built to a high-specification, well maintained, on offer from diligent ownership and with the cachet of long in-date FIA papers, this is a highly desirable MG B racer eligible for a huge variety of prestigious events throughout the UK and Europe.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 623

    1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN2 FIA HTP

    A UK road-registered, left-hand drive Healey BN2, professionally race-prepared and beautifully presented, offering total versatility and an ideal choice for the enthusiast seeking one car to unlock multiple experiences.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 624

    1960 TVR Grantura Mk II Ex-Works Lightweight FIA HTP

    An Ex-Works Lightweight TVR Grantura Mk II, one of just four Factory Development cars, powered by a fresh J Whitehurst Climax race engine, and with a current FIA HTP offering potential access to Goodwood and more.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 625

    1959 Elva Mk IV Climax '#4L100/61' FIA HTP

    Offering potential access to Goodwood and beyond, this period competition car was a factory entry in the 1959 Sebring 12 Hours, and now benefits from a fresh J. Whitehurst Climax engine and a newly issued FIA HTP.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 626

    1985 Taydec Mk4 2.0-Litre Sports Car

    The first of nine Taydec Mk4 2.0-litre Sports Cars from 1985. Powered by a full-race Vauxhall 2.0-litre 'Red Top' producing c.210bhp coupled to a Renault transaxle gearbox. Reliable, easy to maintain and very quick, it's eligible for a multitude of events. Offered without reserve.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 627

    1970 Chevron Cosworth B16 Sports Racer FIA HTP

    An exceptionally significant Chevron B16 with deep period history including Jo Siffert and Arthur Blank, later restored to correct specification and now offered fully prepared and ready for top level historic racing.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 628

    1964 Elva Mk VIIS - BMW FIA HTP

    A fast and focused historic racer with current FIA HTP papers and offered to the sale freshly checked over, ready for its next chapter.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 629

    1971 Martin BM9/10

    Proven Martin BM9 race car with extensive history, dyno’d BDG engine, and period competition pedigree.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 630

    1955 Lotus Mk6 - Coventry Climax #74

    Owned and raced by a number of notable drivers with extensive history dating back to Goodwood in 1955. Comprehensive mechanical refurbishment under current ownership. 

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 631

    1969 Lotus Super Seven 'Series 3' Spec Twin Cam Race Car

    A rare opportunity to secure a proven, front-running Lotus Seven with serious pedigree, fresh preparation and many years of competition success.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 632

    2009 Nissan R35 GT-R Race Car - Schulze Motorsport - Kazunori Yamauchi - Nürburgring 24h Class Winner ○

    Nissan GT-R Schulze Motorsport #71 GT Race Car, the genesis of the GT-R’s iconic story beginning with a debut Nürburgring 24h class win. A unique opportunity to secure an iconic modern classic racing car that will appeal to current racers and enthusiast collectors alike. 

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 633

    1987 Renault 5 Turbo 'Superproduction' - Erik Comas

    A very special collectors car from the golden era of French Touring Cars. One of only three 'Superproduction' versions of the Renault 5 Turbo ever produced by the factory, 'Ch #3-86' was the actual car used on the Championship-clinching drive by Erik Comas on 25/10/1987 at Pau-Arno.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 634

    1984 Renault 5 Maxi Turbo – 'EXI 1465' Ex-John Price

    An historically significant car, long regarded as a cornerstone of the British Maxi Turbo story. The only genuine Works Maxi privately campaigned in the UK in period.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 635

    2006 MINI Cooper S (R53) DriveTribe - offered directly from Richard Hammond

    'Stanley', the DriveTribe MINI, transformed by specialist Lohen with a big valve 1,800cc engine - raced by Izzy Hammond and ready for its next lucky custodian.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 636

    2009 Nissan 370Z RJN #001 GT4 Nismo - Evo

    A unique opportunity to secure chassis RJN #001, the first Nissan 370Z GT4, built by RJN with proven European GT4 and GT Academy provenance.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 637

    2006 Subaru Impreza WRX GD N12 (B13-spec)

    An outstanding opportunity to acquire a Prodrive-built Subaru Impreza with zero hours on the engine and all transmission.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 638

    2025 Milner LRM-1 V8 Comp Safari Rally

    Inspired by the Land Rover Evoque's rally success on sand and dirt, professionally built by Milner Off Road Racing & Simmonites Ltd, to MSA Standards and fitted with a brand new LS3 6.2-litre V8 engine from the Corvette.
     

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 639

    2023 Ferrari 488 Challenge Evo

    Delivered new through Ferrari - Central New Jersey and raced on a few occasions in North America. Fresh to market with only 5,204km from new, VAT paid and ready for its next lucky owner.  

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 640

    1954 Connaught Type-B - 'B4'

    From long-term ownership, this stunning Connaught was campaigned by Rob Walker Racing during the 1955-1957 Grand Prix seasons, driven by Tony Rolt, Jack Fairman, Peter Walker and Reg Parnell, and in later years enjoyed much success in HGPCA events including Goodwood, Silverstone and Monaco. 

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 641

    1959 Beart Cooper-Climax Type 45/51 Formula 2 Racing Single-Seater FIA HTP

    Chassis no. F2-5-59. The ex-Roy Salvadori 1959 Beart Cooper F2 car with current FIA HTP papers. A rare opportunity to acquire a properly documented, period-significant Cooper-Climax with eligibility for many of the world’s most prestigious historic race meetings.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 642

    1957-Style Connaught 'B-Type' Single-Seater

    #B10 is a continuation of Connaught's legendary mid-fifties B-Type built over a 15-year period by marque and model specialists utilising many original B-Type parts and, importantly, an original Alta engine. Requires finishing but when complete would be welcome anywhere.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 643

    1963 Lotus Cortina Mk1 (FIA) Replica

    Superbly built, with John Smirthwaite motivation, this very capable, road-registered historic race car has all-important FIA papers offering huge potential and remarkable value. 

     

     

     

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 644

    1962 MG B Roadster with Hardtop Race Car – FIA HTP

    An original ‘pull-handle’ MG B, professionally prepared to full FIA 'Appendix K' specification with a current HTP and proven International competition history.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 645

    1963 Triumph TR4 Competition Car

    UK road-registered TR4 race car (FIA papered in the past) from long-term ownership with a very impressive specification.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 646

    1963 Vauxhall VX 4/90 Works Rally Car - ex-1964 RAC, Monte Carlo, Tulip & Welsh Rallies

    A genuine and extensively documented Vauxhall works rally car with exceptional period and historic competition history offered in fully prepared and event ready condition.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 647

    1961 Daimler SP250 Dart V8 Roadster with Hardtop Race Car

    An interesting, well-documented and recognisable competition Daimler, this SP250 represents a rare opportunity to recommission a known historic racer with period credentials and clear potential for a return to the track.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 648

    1958 MG A Roadster Race Car 1,800cc

    A purpose-built MG A developed for circuit use, with documented historic competition appearances and extensive period-style race preparation.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 649

    1960 Alfa Romeo Guiletta Sprint Veloce (Tipo 101)

    This beautiful little Tipo 101 was professionally prepared to FIA standard in 2000 with papers awarded but never raced. Recently recommissioned and MOT'd to facilitate a registration transfer. Classic sixties Alfa with real potential.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 650

    1960 Elva Formula Junior Type 200 #017F

    Very well known and hugely successful over the years, the ex-Stuart/Phoebe Rolt Elva Formula Junior #017F is fresh to market. Unused for a few years and in need of some recommissioning but huge potential for the 2026 season. On offer without reserve. 

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 651

    1960 Laystall-Climax Formula 2

    1960 Formula 2 car built by Laystall Engineering and originally powered by a Coventry Climax FPF engine. Ex-1960 German Grand Prix with Henry Taylor. A rare opportunity to acquire a one-off historically interesting race car as a project to finish. Offered without reserve.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 652

    1969 Triumph TR6 2.5 PI Historic Race Car

    A proven, well-prepared historic racer suitable for a wide range of championships, a seriously affordable way into historic motorsport.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 653

    1965 Triumph 2000 Mk1 O/D Group 3 Rally Replica

    Originally rally-prepared by marque experts TR Enterprises and recently fully recommissioned with much investment, this is a very capable historic rally car.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 654

    1977 Triumph TR7 V8 - Works Shell

    Correctly specified and lightly used Group 4 TR7 rally car built around an ex-Works Shell and John Eales V8. An authentic route into period Triumph competition machinery at a fraction of today's likely build cost.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 655

    1965 Ford Anglia Super (123E) Race Car

    Presenting extremely well throughout, and professionally prepared to a high standard, this is a rare opportunity for the seasoned historic racer or ambitious newcomer to acquire a proven, correctly engineered, competitive Anglia racer at a fraction of its build cost.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 656

    1979 Porsche 928 Fast Road / Race Car

    Regularly successful some years ago, this striking 928 racer would benefit from some TLC and further investment to return to the front of the grid. On offer without reserve.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 657

    1987 Renault 5 GT Turbo

    Rebuilt and well-prepared tribute to the iconic Renault 5 Turbo UK Cup racers, finished in period Harlow Group livery and developed by marque specialists, Mark Fish Motorsport.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 658

    1991 Volkswagen Polo Cup GT G40 Racer

    Purpose-built G40 race car with supercharged performance, stripped competition interior and eye-catching motorsport presentation.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 659

    1968 Ford Anglia Super 1200 (123E) Race Car

    Previously campaigned by the Maskell family, well known for their success in Superspeed Anglias, and recently subject to a mechanical overhaul. This well presented ‘Anglebox’ racer represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a true ‘punch above it’s weight’ racecar, available at a fraction of its build cost.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 660

    2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX - Ex-Works BRC Winning

    Fabulous provenance, excellent condition, running and driving well, this BRC Class-Winning Evo is offered for sale for the first time since Mitsubishi released it from their Heritage Fleet.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 661

    1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth

    A built-up Cosworth, suitable for tracks, closed course rallies and hill-climbs, ripe for recommissioning or reinvention.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 662

    1971 Ford Escort RS Mexico 'World Cup Rally' Specification

    A highly developed Ford Escort RS Mexico with extensive endurance rally history, rebuilt to World Cup Rally specification and proven on events including the Sahara Challenge, Peking to Paris, Alaska to Mexico and New Zealand Classic. Offered fully prepared and ideally suited to the world’s most demanding historic rallies.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

    Lot Number: 663

    **SOLD PRE SALE** 1964 MG B Roadster with Hardtop Race Car - to FIA Spec

    Built by Moto-Build to FIA Specification, but never formally presented for classification, 777 DBL (on retention) is yet to be raced. Assembled with reliability and longevity firmly in mind, the result is an elegant and cost-effective entry into the world of historic motorsport.

    + buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

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