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Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value
It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds HIDDEN GEM- Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years has sold for over £76,000, which was over triple its estimate. The dust-covered 911 3.2 Carrera Sport coupé was put into storage by its owner in 2011 after being bought in 2002. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 The Porsche that was left in a barn for 14 years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Its three litre engine produced 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph. And it was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car only covered 476 miles in the five years before it went into the barn. It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Ahead of its auction its listing said: "The car presented here is a C16 1989-model example from the final year of 3.2 production before the introduction of the 964. "It is a Carrera 3.2 Sport which was a UK-only model and came factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. "It was optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic." The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners before being snapped up in October 2002, the listing read. It added: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. The listing added: "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Remastered Porsche so rare only 25 were ever made could be yours for eye-popping £850K – with 4L engine & 435 horsepower "MOT records indicate minimal usage - just 476 miles covered in five years. "This is wholly in keeping with what we know about our vendor, who was a very much a car enthusiast, having owned all sorts of interesting cars from Jaguars to 2CVs, but who was also a very busy solicitor with little time to enjoy his Porsche. "At some point in 2011, he drove the car into his barn adjoining his stone Northamptonshire house and there it has sat ever since." Despite being abandoned, the barn's warm, dry air helped preserve the rare car remarkably well. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000-mile 911, with original features and components still in place. "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy A spokesperson "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate. "Sadly the owner passed away in early 2025 and it falls to the family, particularly his son, to find it a new home. "This fantastic car is sensibly guided and will obviously require close inspection and a thorough recommissioning before starting/driving but it offers huge potential. "Cars built from September 1986 onwards were fitted with the more user-friendly G50 Getrag gearbox. "But all 3.2 Carreras feature galvanised bodies, which together with Porsche's legendary build quality, ensure that these classics are long lasting." It was expected to fetch around £25,000 when sold on Saturday by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton. A spokesperson said: "It was driven into a barn for storage in 2011 and offered exactly as found, dust and all. "It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy. "With 33 registered telephone bidders as well as numerous bidders in the room and online, bidding raced to £76,500. "This wonderfully preserved G50‑gearbox example that remains largely original, obviously captured bidders' imaginations with its untouched state and clear potential." It comes after astonishing images showed an abandoned graveyard of vintage cars and fire engines left to rot. And a classic car dealership worth a whopping £200,000 has been discovered - after sitting in the dark for 20 years. 5 It was expected to fetch around £25,000 Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years sells for whopping £76,000 – three times its value
AN ICONIC 1980s Porsche left abandoned in a barn for 14 years has sold for over £76,000, which was over triple its estimate. The dust-covered Advertisement 5 The Porsche that was left in a barn for 14 years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 It was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Its three litre engine produced 231bhp with a top speed of over 150mph. And it was capable of doing 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds. According to records, the car only covered 476 miles in the five years before it went into the barn. It was owned by a busy solicitor near Northampton who barely drove it for years, as reported by Luxury Auto News. Advertisement read more on motors Ahead of its auction its listing said: "The car presented here is a C16 1989-model example from the final year of 3.2 production before the introduction of the 964. "It is a Carrera 3.2 Sport which was a UK-only model and came factory-fitted with a black lip front spoiler, a rear whale tail rear spoiler, sports seats and Bilstein Sport shock absorbers. "It was optioned with a sunroof and the sought-after paint colour of silver metallic." The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners before being snapped up in October 2002, the listing read. Advertisement Most read in Motors It added: "This 911 was first registered in May 1989 and passed through five keepers before being purchased by our vendor in October 2002. The listing added: "We believe he bought it from Autofarm of Bicester, Oxfordshire. Remastered Porsche so rare only 25 were ever made could be yours for eye-popping £850K – with 4L engine & 435 horsepower " "This is wholly in keeping with what we know about our vendor, who was a very much a car enthusiast, having owned all sorts of interesting cars from Jaguars to 2CVs, but who was also a very busy solicitor with little time to enjoy his Porsche. Advertisement "At some point in 2011, he drove the car into his barn adjoining his stone Northamptonshire house and there it has sat ever since." Despite being abandoned, the barn's warm, dry air helped preserve the rare car remarkably well. "Its condition when it was put away must have been exceptional and very much in-keeping with a minimally used 40,000-mile 911, with original features and components still in place. "Bodywork panels, paintwork, carpets, headlining and factory-finishes all appear to be original - and a jack and toolkit complete the picture. Advertisement It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy A spokesperson "The car is a feast of detail for any Porsche enthusiast, preserved in a manner that they will really appreciate. "Sadly the owner passed away in early 2025 and it falls to the family, particularly his son, to find it a new home. "This fantastic car is sensibly guided and will obviously require close inspection and a thorough recommissioning before starting/driving but it offers huge potential. "Cars built from September 1986 onwards were fitted with the more user-friendly G50 Getrag gearbox. Advertisement "But all 3.2 Carreras feature galvanised bodies, which together with Porsche's legendary build quality, ensure that these classics are long lasting." It was expected to fetch around £25,000 when sold on Saturday by Iconic Auctioneers in Northampton. A spokesperson said: "It was driven into a barn for storage in 2011 and offered exactly as found, dust and all. "It tripled its estimate amid a bidding frenzy. Advertisement "With 33 registered telephone bidders as well as numerous bidders in the room and online, bidding raced to £76,500. "This wonderfully preserved G50‑gearbox example that remains largely original, obviously captured bidders' imaginations with its untouched state and clear potential." It comes after astonishing images And a classic car dealership worth a Advertisement 5 It was expected to fetch around £25,000 Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 5 The iconic 911 was first registered in May 1989 and had five previous owners Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
Scottish Sun
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Treasure trove of 17 legendary Fords on sale for staggering £1.2m – but can YOU guess which will go for biggest price?
One-off red Sierra Cosworth ordered by a Duke stuns bidders – but it wasn't the priciest motor on the day TURBO HEROS Treasure trove of 17 legendary Fords on sale for staggering £1.2m – but can YOU guess which will go for biggest price? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A REMARKABLE collection of classic Fast Fords have hit auction for an estimated £1.2 million – with several models fetching jaw-dropping prices. The collection of 17 cars went under the hammer at an auction this weekend, drawing big interest from collectors and Ford fanatics alike. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on Saturday Credit: Iconic Auctioneers/Triangle News 7 Iconic Ford Sierra Cosworth set to sell for £90,000 – over five times what it was worth back in 80s Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 7 Also in the spotlight was a rare 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on Saturday, the sale was run by Iconic Auctioneers as part of their Supercar Fest event. It was billed as one of the most impressive line-ups of classic Fords from the '70s, '80s and '90s seen in one place for years. Topping the lot was a 1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth, a motorsport-bred machine that is estimated to fetch £120,000. Only 500 were ever built, and this particular one was in prime condition with just over 43,000 miles on the clock. Also in the spotlight was a rare 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red – the only one ever made in that colour. Originally commissioned by the 14th Duke of Bedford and loaned to him by Ford, it ended up going for £90,000. Another big hitter was a 1993 Escort RS Cosworth Lux in Pacifica Blue, which sold for £100,000. This model was one of the 2,500 early 'big turbo' versions built for homologation, making it highly collectable. A 1985 Escort RS Turbo Series 1, unmodified and with just one owner from new, also made headlines. With 64,000 miles on the clock and kept in near-original condition, it sold for £50,000. There were three Sierra Cosworths in more standard spec that still pulled in serious cash. A black 1986 RS Cosworth with only 10,800 miles sold for £60,000. Meanwhile, a low-mileage 1990 Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2WD with just 31,000 miles fetched £40,000. The most unusual backstory belonged to the red Sierra Cosworth. Back in 1986, the Duke of Bedford asked Ford for one in a different colour – Rosso Red. Though initially refused, he managed to have one specially finished through Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering team. It's since been part of the Ford press fleet, changed hands a few times, and was recently restored to its original colour at a cost of over £4,000. An Escort RS Cosworth in Radiant Red with only 12,354 miles was another standout, praised for being in 'time warp' condition. It still had the original stereo, interior trim and even displayed the reg number on the radio display. Several cars were linked to long-term private collections. One RS500 Cosworth had just one owner from new – a former executive from the ad agency handling Ford's marketing back in the '80s. He bought the car from Ogilvy and Mather after clocking 41,000 miles in it as a company car. 7 The auction showed just how much love there still is for these iconic Blue Oval machines Credit: BNPS 7 The thirty-two-year-old Ford Escort RS Cosworth Lux Big Turbo on sale at £100,000 Credit: BNPS 7 The 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers The cars weren't all six-figure sellers, though. Some went for more accessible prices, if you've got a few tens of thousands to spare. A Moonstone Blue 1991 Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4WD with 64,000 miles went for around £26,000. Even a few non-Cosworth classics were up for grabs, including a Ford Capri, an early Fiesta, and a 2023 Ford RS200. While they didn't steal the headlines, they still drew interest from the Ford faithful. The auction showed just how much love there still is for these iconic Blue Oval machines. Whether it was for nostalgia, rarity, or pure driving fun, bidders clearly weren't shy about putting their money where their hearts were. Rob Hubbard, Managing Director of Iconic Auctioneers, said: 'This selection of Fast Fords captures the spirit and passion that make these cars so legendary among enthusiasts. From the exclusivity of the Rosso Red Sierra Cosworth to the pristine quality of the Escort RS Cosworth Lux, these vehicles epitomise what Iconic Auctioneers strives to offer – truly exceptional cars at every level.' 7 A turbo charged ten-fold increase Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
The Sun
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Treasure trove of 17 legendary Fords on sale for staggering £1.2m – but can YOU guess which will go for biggest price?
A REMARKABLE collection of classic Fast Fords have hit auction for an estimated £1.2 million – with several models fetching jaw-dropping prices. The collection of 17 cars went under the hammer at an auction this weekend, drawing big interest from collectors and Ford fanatics alike. 7 7 7 Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on Saturday, the sale was run by Iconic Auctioneers as part of their Supercar Fest event. It was billed as one of the most impressive line-ups of classic Fords from the '70s, '80s and '90s seen in one place for years. Topping the lot was a 1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth, a motorsport -bred machine that is estimated to fetch £120,000. Only 500 were ever built, and this particular one was in prime condition with just over 43,000 miles on the clock. Also in the spotlight was a rare 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red – the only one ever made in that colour. Originally commissioned by the 14th Duke of Bedford and loaned to him by Ford, it ended up going for £90,000. Another big hitter was a 1993 Escort RS Cosworth Lux in Pacifica Blue, which sold for £100,000. This model was one of the 2,500 early 'big turbo' versions built for homologation, making it highly collectable. A 1985 Escort RS Turbo Series 1, unmodified and with just one owner from new, also made headlines. With 64,000 miles on the clock and kept in near-original condition, it sold for £50,000. There were three Sierra Cosworths in more standard spec that still pulled in serious cash. A black 1986 RS Cosworth with only 10,800 miles sold for £60,000. Meanwhile, a low-mileage 1990 Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2WD with just 31,000 miles fetched £40,000. The most unusual backstory belonged to the red Sierra Cosworth. Back in 1986, the Duke of Bedford asked Ford for one in a different colour – Rosso Red. Though initially refused, he managed to have one specially finished through Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering team. It's since been part of the Ford press fleet, changed hands a few times, and was recently restored to its original colour at a cost of over £4,000. An Escort RS Cosworth in Radiant Red with only 12,354 miles was another standout, praised for being in 'time warp' condition. It still had the original stereo, interior trim and even displayed the reg number on the radio display. Several cars were linked to long-term private collections. One RS500 Cosworth had just one owner from new – a former executive from the ad agency handling Ford's marketing back in the '80s. He bought the car from Ogilvy and Mather after clocking 41,000 miles in it as a company car. 7 7 The cars weren't all six-figure sellers, though. Some went for more accessible prices, if you've got a few tens of thousands to spare. A Moonstone Blue 1991 Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4WD with 64,000 miles went for around £26,000. Even a few non-Cosworth classics were up for grabs, including a Ford Capri, an early Fiesta, and a 2023 Ford RS200. While they didn't steal the headlines, they still drew interest from the Ford faithful. The auction showed just how much love there still is for these iconic Blue Oval machines. Whether it was for nostalgia, rarity, or pure driving fun, bidders clearly weren't shy about putting their money where their hearts were. Rob Hubbard, Managing Director of Iconic Auctioneers, said: 'This selection of Fast Fords captures the spirit and passion that make these cars so legendary among enthusiasts. From the exclusivity of the Rosso Red Sierra Cosworth to the pristine quality of the Escort RS Cosworth Lux, these vehicles epitomise what Iconic Auctioneers strives to offer – truly exceptional cars at every level.'
The Irish Sun
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Treasure trove of 17 legendary Fords on sale for staggering £1.2m – but can YOU guess which will go for biggest price?
A REMARKABLE collection of classic Fast Fords have hit auction for an estimated £1.2 million – with several models fetching jaw-dropping prices. The collection of 17 cars went under the hammer at an auction this weekend, drawing big interest from collectors and Ford fanatics alike. 7 Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on Saturday Credit: Iconic Auctioneers/Triangle News 7 Iconic Ford Sierra Cosworth set to sell for £90,000 – over five times what it was worth back in 80s Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers 7 Also in the spotlight was a rare 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on Saturday, the sale was run by Iconic Auctioneers as part of their Supercar Fest event. It was billed as one of the most impressive line-ups of classic Fords from the '70s, '80s and '90s seen in one place for years. Topping the lot was a 1987 Ford Sierra RS500 Only 500 were ever built, and this particular one was in prime condition with just over 43,000 miles on the clock. Read more on Motors Also in the spotlight was a rare 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red – the only one ever made in that colour. Originally commissioned by the 14th Duke of Bedford and loaned to him by Ford, it ended up going for £90,000. Another big hitter was a 1993 Escort RS Cosworth Lux in Pacifica Blue, which sold for £100,000. This model was one of the 2,500 early 'big turbo' versions built for homologation, making it highly collectable. Most read in Motors A 1985 Escort RS Turbo Series 1, unmodified and with just one owner from new, also made headlines. With 64,000 miles on the clock and kept in near-original condition, it sold for £50,000. There were three Sierra Cosworths in more standard spec that still pulled in serious cash. A black 1986 RS Cosworth with only 10,800 miles sold for £60,000. Meanwhile, a low-mileage 1990 Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth 2WD with just 31,000 miles fetched £40,000. The most unusual backstory belonged to the red Sierra Cosworth. Back in 1986, the Duke of Bedford asked Ford for one in a different colour – Rosso Red. Though initially refused, he managed to have one specially finished through Ford's Special Vehicle Engineering team. It's since been part of the Ford press fleet, changed hands a few times, and was recently restored to its original colour at a cost of over £4,000. An Escort RS Cosworth in Radiant Red with only 12,354 miles was another standout, praised for being in 'time warp' condition. It still had the original stereo, interior trim and even displayed the reg number on the radio display. Several cars were linked to long-term private collections. One RS500 Cosworth had just one owner from new – a former executive from the ad agency handling Ford's marketing back in the '80s. He bought the car from Ogilvy and Mather after clocking 41,000 miles in it as a company car. 7 The auction showed just how much love there still is for these iconic Blue Oval machines Credit: BNPS 7 The thirty-two-year-old Ford Escort RS Cosworth Lux Big Turbo on sale at £100,000 Credit: BNPS 7 The 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth in Rosso Red Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers The cars weren't all six-figure sellers, though. Some went for more accessible prices, if you've got a few tens of thousands to spare. A Moonstone Blue 1991 Sierra Sapphire Cosworth 4WD with 64,000 miles went for around £26,000. Even a few non-Cosworth classics were up for grabs, including a Ford Capri, an early Fiesta, and a 2023 Ford RS200. While they didn't steal the headlines, they still drew interest from the Ford faithful. The auction showed just how much love there still is for these iconic Blue Oval machines. Whether it was for nostalgia, rarity, or pure driving fun, bidders clearly weren't shy about putting their money where their hearts were. Rob Hubbard, Managing Director of Iconic Auctioneers, said: 'This selection of Fast Fords captures the spirit and passion that make these cars so legendary among enthusiasts. From the exclusivity of the Rosso Red Sierra Cosworth to the pristine quality of the Escort RS Cosworth Lux, these vehicles epitomise what Iconic Auctioneers strives to offer – truly exceptional cars at every level.' 7 A turbo charged ten-fold increase Credit: Jam Press/Iconic Auctioneers
