H&H Classics, the UK’s longest continually trading specialist automotive auction house, is set to make a striking debut at the historic Kelham Hall in Nottinghamshire on Wednesday 10th September. The eagerly awaited sale will feature over 60 classic, collector, and performance motorcars, alongside nearly 40 automobilia lots, with a combined estimated value exceeding £3 million.
The setting could hardly be more fitting. Nestled in the heart of Nottinghamshire, Kelham Hall provides a picturesque backdrop for an auction that promises to be as much a celebration of motoring heritage as a marketplace for the discerning collector.
Among the highlights is a stunning 1968 Aston Martin DB6 Vantage, restored by marque specialist Adrian Johnson. With a guide price of £220,000-£240,000, the car boasts an alluring metallic grey exterior paired with a red leather interior—ideal for Continental touring and sure to appeal to enthusiasts of classic British grand tourers.
Taking the crown as the most valuable lot of the day is a 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster, one of just 209 alloy block, disc brake variants ever produced, now fitted with a more robust cast-iron block. Estimated at £650,000-£750,000, this icon of automotive design is expected to draw considerable attention from collectors worldwide.
Bentley aficionados will find themselves drawn to a beautifully restored 1957 Bentley S1 Continental Park Ward Drophead Coupé Adaptation, one of fewer than 50 right-hand drive S1 Continental chassis bodied by Park Ward to Design Number 701. Its estimated value stands at £180,000-£220,000, making it a marquee entry for the auction.
James McWilliam, sales manager at H&H Classics, commented: “Quality shines through in our debut auction at Kelham Hall, which is the perfect setting for such a fine assortment of desirable classic cars.”
The sale will also showcase rare and coveted models. The 1962 Triumph Italia 2000 GT, production number 311 of just 330 examples, is the rarest variant on the TR3B chassis and carries a guide price of £80,000-£100,000. Meanwhile, a 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche V Convertible, one of fewer than 40 right-hand drive examples, is expected to fetch £60,000-£70,000. Further highlights include a 1966 TVR Griffith 200/400, one of only around 52 UK-supplied examples, estimated at £55,000-£65,000, and a 1976 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4, previously owned by notable Formula One mechanic Kerry Adams, with a guide price of £48,000-£55,000.
Adding an extra layer of allure, eight lots from the Dering Collection will be offered at no reserve. These racing driver-owned classics include a 1937 Bentley 4 ¼ Litre Saloon by Park Ward and a 1938 Austin Seven AAL Open Road Tourer, offering collectors the chance to secure exceptional vehicles without pre-determined pricing.
Automobilia enthusiasts are not overlooked. Standout lots include a Sean Connery signed 1:18 Aston Martin DB5 model and figurine presentation, estimated at £3,000-£5,000, and a 60-piece toolkit for a 40-50HP Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, with an estimated value of £4,000-£6,000.
All lots can be viewed in person at Kelham Hall from midday on Tuesday 9th September and from 9am on auction day, with the sale commencing at 11am for automobilia and 12pm for motorcars. Bidding is available in person, online, by telephone, or via commission bids.
Established in 1993, H&H Classics has earned a reputation for excellence, achieving world record prices for classic motorcycles, cars, and competition vehicles, including a 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB, 1968 Lotus 49B, and 1996 Subaru Impreza WRC. The auction house has also handled royal cars, including Queen Elizabeth II’s Daimler, Prince Philip’s Lagonda, and Princess Anne’s Bentley. With centuries of combined expertise, H&H Classics continues to deliver an unparalleled experience for buyers and sellers alike.
