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Anthony Hamilton Collection Offered at BRDC Classic

The Anthony Hamilton Collection is to be offered by Iconic Auctioneers at the BRDC Classic, Silverstone.

2016 (1951) Jaguar C-Type (XKC003 Tool-Room Copy): Estimate £175,000 - £225,000

Iconic Auctioneers is proudly representing Anthony Hamilton and his Collection of exceptional cars at its Iconic Sale at the BRDC Classic, Silverstone on Saturday 25 July. Comprising 27 cars, all but two of which are British classics, the Collection will be presented in Halls 1 and 2 of The Wing, fittingly positioned alongside the Hamilton Straight.

Headlining the Collection is a Jaguar XJ220 showing just 3,800 miles and accompanied by a fully documented service history. It is joined by an exciting recreation of Jaguar’s ultra-rare XKSS, so accurate that it was used as one of the pattern cars for Jaguar Classic’s Reborn Series.

2016 (1951) Jaguar C-Type (XKC001 Tool-Room Copy): Estimate £175,000 - £225,000

Further strengthening the Jaguar offering are two C-type tool-room copies of XKC001, the 1951 Le Mans 24 Hours winner, and XKC003, the Stirling Moss and Norman Dewis 1952 Mille Miglia car that helped bring disc brakes to global attention. The ‘big cat’ line-up is completed by three stunning E- types, including a Series 3 V12 finished in Heather, a rare colour when new and now a highly sought-after choice.

Mercedes-Benz is also well represented in the collection, headlined by a 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL tastefully finished in white over navy. It also features a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507, with Anthony Hamilton’s ownership coincided with his son’s remarkably successful period with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team. He will also offer a 1989 300SL which once belonged to the heavyweight boxer, Billy Walker.

1994 Jaguar XJ220: Estimate £500,000 - £550,000

Aston Martin is represented by three particularly interesting models from the marque: an Aston Martin Lagonda, now widely regarded as one of the coolest retro designs of any Aston Martin, a venerable 1970s Series 3 V8 and a very rare 1990s V8 Coupé, all presented in concours condition.

A remarkable collection of Triumphs is led by a stunning Italia, described at launch as “Italian bodywork at its best, British tradition in sports car engineering at its finest”. It is joined by a highly significant TR5, understood to be the only remaining prototype and a true living archive of Triumph’s TR development, returned with great care to its experimental specification. The Triumph line-up also includes two Spitfires and an immaculate GT6 MkI.

1974 Aston Martin V8 Series 3 Auto: Estimate £90,000 - £100,000

The Collection also includes all 1960s variants of the Mini Cooper S, with 970 S, 1071 S and 1275 S examples offered, alongside two very special examples of David Brown’s Mini Remastered. David Brown Automotive is also represented by a 2016 David Brown Speedback GT finished in British Racing Green.

Lionel Abbott, Car Specialist at Iconic Auctioneers, said: “The Anthony Hamilton Collection is a superbly curated group of cars with real depth, quality and personality. From the Jaguar XJ220 and XKSS recreation to the Triumph prototypes, Aston Martins and Mini Cooper S models, it reflects a clear passion for British motoring at its most characterful. To present these cars at Silverstone, alongside the Hamilton Straight, feels entirely fitting.”

Prospective buyers are invited to register to bid with Iconic Auctioneers ahead of the sale. More details on the Collection can be found HERE.

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Eric Clapton's Former Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Returns

One of the world's most desirable classic Ferraris has returned to the market, with a remarkable provenance that includes ownership by legendary guitarist Eric Clapton. The 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 is being offered for sale by renowned London specialist Fiskens, with an asking price reported to be close to $4 million.

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Chassis 09261 is the second of just 31 right-hand-drive Ferrari 275 GTB/4s ever built. Delivered new in 1966, the car was originally shipped to Kenya, where it competed in East African motorsport events. Its early competition history has led some experts to suggest it may have been the first 275 GTB/4 ever raced.

Matching numbers, finished in its original Grigio Argento and Ferrari Classiche certified, it boasts an outstanding provenance, including an early competition history in Africa. Fully restored for Eric Clapton by DK Engineering in 2003–04 and recently treated to a bare-metal body restoration, it is accompanied by an extensive and well-documented history file.

Image Credit: Fiskens

The Ferrari passed through several notable owners before being acquired by Eric Clapton in 2003. A lifelong Ferrari enthusiast, Clapton commissioned a meticulous 12-month restoration by DK Engineering, returning the car to its original Grigio Argento finish while preserving its authenticity and matching-numbers status.

Powered by Ferrari's celebrated 3.3-litre quad-cam Colombo V12 producing around 300 horsepower, the 275 GTB/4 is widely regarded as one of Maranello's finest grand tourers. Only 330 examples were built between 1966 and 1968, making the model one of the most coveted Ferraris among collectors worldwide.

With its rare right-hand-drive specification, documented racing pedigree, celebrity ownership and concours-quality restoration, this Ferrari represents a unique opportunity for collectors. Its appearance on the market is expected to attract significant international attention, reaffirming the enduring appeal of one of Ferrari's most iconic road cars.

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For the past two decades, chassis 09261 has remained in the hands of passionate collectors, receiving Ferrari Classiche certification in 2010 to confirm its matching-numbers status before appearing at prestigious events and charity showcases, including Chris Evans’ Children in Need fundraiser. Its remarkable provenance, meticulous ownership history and public appearances have only added to its enduring appeal.

Acquired by its current owner in 2022, the Ferrari underwent an extensive two-year restoration, with almost £190,000 invested to return the body to its original Grigio Argento finish and a further £25,000 spent retrimming the interior. Beautifully presented and offered for sale by just its seventh owner in 60 years, this iconic 275 GTB/4 represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire one of Ferrari’s most celebrated grand tourers.

Image Credit: Fiskens


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