17th Mar, 2024 12:00

The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction

 
Lot 7
 

1996 Toyota Paseo SI Coupe
***NO RESERVE***

Registration - P222 NNN

Chassis No. - JT163EL5400033686

M.O.T. - 12 Months

Odometer - 74,000

This very well-presented sportingly-styled subcompact Toyota, which is offered at No Reserve, has had just three former keepers including two lady owners from the same family, who owned it for some 20 years between them. This has been a cherished vehicle and is offered complete with the cherished registration ‘P222 NNN’. The silver paint is complemented by the grey, blue and turquoise fabric trim and the car is equipped with electric front windows, removable glass sunroof, alarm immobiliser and twin airbags. As an SI variant, it also boasts ABS, a colour-coded rear spoiler, 14” alloy wheels and Sony radio/CD player. The vendor, who has owned the little car for three years, describes the 1.5-litre, 89bhp engine, five-speed manual transmission and electrics as ‘excellent’, and the bodywork, paintwork and interior as ‘good’. MOT records from 2002 support the declared 74,000 mileage and the car comes complete with original owner’s manual and a current MOT to 26 February 2025.

Toyta produced the Tercel-based sporty-looking Paseo subcompact car between 1991 and 1999. Initially available as a coupé it was also offered as a convertible in later years. The model was never overly popular – howmanyleft.co.uk estimates there are fewer than 70 registered on the UK’s roads today, and around 100 on SORN – and production was ended because of low sales figures. However, the enthusiasm for Japanese modern classics has caused a flutter of interest in the Paseo and there are now those who appreciate its diminutive proportions and subtly sporting design, nimble handling and prompt gearshift. The Paseo never was and never will be a performance car, but it has that renowned Toyota reliability, and the fan base is definitely growing!

In summary:

· A rare and cherished example of Toyota’s sporty-looking subcompact

· Offered at No Reserve and complete with cherished registration

· A low-owner, low-mileage vehicle, with an MOT to 26 February 2025

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Sold for £1,250

(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)


 

Registration - P222 NNN

Chassis No. - JT163EL5400033686

M.O.T. - 12 Months

Odometer - 74,000

This very well-presented sportingly-styled subcompact Toyota, which is offered at No Reserve, has had just three former keepers including two lady owners from the same family, who owned it for some 20 years between them. This has been a cherished vehicle and is offered complete with the cherished registration ‘P222 NNN’. The silver paint is complemented by the grey, blue and turquoise fabric trim and the car is equipped with electric front windows, removable glass sunroof, alarm immobiliser and twin airbags. As an SI variant, it also boasts ABS, a colour-coded rear spoiler, 14” alloy wheels and Sony radio/CD player. The vendor, who has owned the little car for three years, describes the 1.5-litre, 89bhp engine, five-speed manual transmission and electrics as ‘excellent’, and the bodywork, paintwork and interior as ‘good’. MOT records from 2002 support the declared 74,000 mileage and the car comes complete with original owner’s manual and a current MOT to 26 February 2025.

Toyta produced the Tercel-based sporty-looking Paseo subcompact car between 1991 and 1999. Initially available as a coupé it was also offered as a convertible in later years. The model was never overly popular – howmanyleft.co.uk estimates there are fewer than 70 registered on the UK’s roads today, and around 100 on SORN – and production was ended because of low sales figures. However, the enthusiasm for Japanese modern classics has caused a flutter of interest in the Paseo and there are now those who appreciate its diminutive proportions and subtly sporting design, nimble handling and prompt gearshift. The Paseo never was and never will be a performance car, but it has that renowned Toyota reliability, and the fan base is definitely growing!

In summary:

· A rare and cherished example of Toyota’s sporty-looking subcompact

· Offered at No Reserve and complete with cherished registration

· A low-owner, low-mileage vehicle, with an MOT to 26 February 2025

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Auction: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024

Our March auction of classic and performance cars

Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon

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