Auctions are always a fantastic place to see rare, interesting, and even unique vehicles being offered for sale. Quite a lot of the time, it’s the cars we see on TV that appeal most. That’s why it looks like the H&H Classics auction in Buxton on Wednesday this week is going to be extremely popular. There are several lots that are examples of makes and models featured in the Disney+ show Rivals.
From The TV show Rivals
In Rivals, Freddie Jones, played by Danny Dyer, drives a Jaguar XJS. There are two 1988 convertible XJS for sale at the auction this week. Both have the V12 badge and low mileage. The first is finished in Red and has only had 2 owners from new. With 47,000 miles on the clock, it is believed to be one of the first 1000 V12 convertibles produced. Estimate: £18,000–£22,000
The second XJS has Glacier White paintwork over an Isis Blue leather interior and has covered 34,000 miles from new. Estimate: £16,000–£20,000
Fans of Rivals will know that Lord Tony Baddingham, played by David Tennant, is often seen on screen with a Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit MK1. H&H also have 2 examples of this model in their Buxton auction. One is finished in the eye-catching colour combination of Blue over Silver with Blue Connolly leather upholstery and matching Blue Wilton carpets. It certainly has some power to go with its imposing size too as it has a 6750cc V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic gearbox. Estimate: £7,000–£9,000
The other example is a 1987 Silver Spirit with 86,000 miles on the clock and comes from long-term ownership. Estimate £8,000 – £10,000
Also seen in Rivals is the Triumph Stag used by Basil Baddingham, played by Luke Pasqualino. H&H has you covered with this as well. A 1974 model that has undergone an extensive mechanical overhaul is available in Wednesday’s auction with an estimate of £14,000–£16,000. A second Stag will also be available with no reserve. This one has been with its current owner for 20 years but is in need of restoration.
Additional interesting lots include a Range Rover Classic Vogue 4.2 LSE from 1993, one of only 3,000 manufactured and is being offered with no reserve, and an Austin Mini Clubman Estate from 1970, previously owned by a 109-year-old woman who was once the “oldest woman in Wales”. This one has an estimate of £8,000–£10,000.
“It’s great to see some iconic classics currently on the small screen, often proving that the car is the star! Many of these homegrown icons are highly desirable, conjuring up fond images of a time gone when the roads were quieter and the cars provided pure driving joy.”
James McWilliam, sales manager at H&H Classics
All lots will be available to view in person at the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton from midday on Tuesday 26th and from 9am on Wednesday 27th November, while the sale then commences at 1pm. Anyone looking to bid on one of the lots can do so in person, online, by telephone or by leaving a commission bid.
For more details about any of the cars or to register to bid, visit www.handh.co.uk.
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