11th Mar, 2023 13:00
March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1972 Volkswagen Short-wheelbase GT Beach Buggy
GT SWB body, believed to be one of six examples
Registration - UJW 964L
Chassis No. - 1142248511
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 4,154
This immaculate buggy was professionally built to a very high standard, and is based on a fully restored and shortened 1972 Beetle chassis that was blasted, painted and then fully Waxoyled before assembly. It is powered by a previously rebuilt 1600cc twin-port Beetle engine that features all new electrics and distributor; a Dellorto 36 DRLA twin-choke carburettor mounted on a heated siamesed inlet manifold; a handmade-stainless steel exhaust system. The four-speed manual gearbox and suspension, brakes and steering systems were all rebuilt using new parts where required. The fuel system was uprated courtesy of a Facet solid state pump and Malpassi pressure regulator. The original wheels were refinished in Diamond White and shod with Cooper Cobra tyres all round. An all new wiring loom was installed, along with aerospace specification switches and a high intensity facia light to warn of fan belt or generator failure. The front seat occupants sit in early-style low back seats attached to stainless steel runners. The suspension settings have been fully optimised and the engine set up by renowned tuning wizard Peter Baldwin. The UK-built GT body is finished in Ford Focus ST pearlescent orange and the interior trimmed in black vinyl.
‘UJW 964L’ was sympathetically restored in 2005 by Lola Cars International. Further work within the last year to the tune of £2,000 has included a top end engine rebuild, and repainting and rechroming of the relevant engine parts. The vendor now judges the buggy to be in ‘excellent’ all-round condition and says it ‘runs and drives superbly’. The odometer currently registers a total mileage of 4,154.
GT beach buggies were among the products of GT Mouldings of Portslade, Brighton. The company was founded by James Hale and remained in existence from 1981 to 2007. The GT comprised a Volkswagen Beetle chassis clothed in an open four-seater fibreglass body. Total production numbers are vague, but it is known that some five or six versions were specially built with a 30cm shorter wheelbase, of which the sale car is one.
In summary:
- An immaculately built and presented GT Buggy
- Understood to be one of only c.six short-wheelbase versions
- Restored by Lola Cars in 2005
'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 £11,250
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - UJW 964L
Chassis No. - 1142248511
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 4,154
This immaculate buggy was professionally built to a very high standard, and is based on a fully restored and shortened 1972 Beetle chassis that was blasted, painted and then fully Waxoyled before assembly. It is powered by a previously rebuilt 1600cc twin-port Beetle engine that features all new electrics and distributor; a Dellorto 36 DRLA twin-choke carburettor mounted on a heated siamesed inlet manifold; a handmade-stainless steel exhaust system. The four-speed manual gearbox and suspension, brakes and steering systems were all rebuilt using new parts where required. The fuel system was uprated courtesy of a Facet solid state pump and Malpassi pressure regulator. The original wheels were refinished in Diamond White and shod with Cooper Cobra tyres all round. An all new wiring loom was installed, along with aerospace specification switches and a high intensity facia light to warn of fan belt or generator failure. The front seat occupants sit in early-style low back seats attached to stainless steel runners. The suspension settings have been fully optimised and the engine set up by renowned tuning wizard Peter Baldwin. The UK-built GT body is finished in Ford Focus ST pearlescent orange and the interior trimmed in black vinyl.
‘UJW 964L’ was sympathetically restored in 2005 by Lola Cars International. Further work within the last year to the tune of £2,000 has included a top end engine rebuild, and repainting and rechroming of the relevant engine parts. The vendor now judges the buggy to be in ‘excellent’ all-round condition and says it ‘runs and drives superbly’. The odometer currently registers a total mileage of 4,154.
GT beach buggies were among the products of GT Mouldings of Portslade, Brighton. The company was founded by James Hale and remained in existence from 1981 to 2007. The GT comprised a Volkswagen Beetle chassis clothed in an open four-seater fibreglass body. Total production numbers are vague, but it is known that some five or six versions were specially built with a 30cm shorter wheelbase, of which the sale car is one.
In summary:
- An immaculately built and presented GT Buggy
- Understood to be one of only c.six short-wheelbase versions
- Restored by Lola Cars in 2005
'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: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023
Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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