A number of cars sold for well above their estimate, which suggests there is a ready market for interesting and unusual vehicles, despite the current economic conditions

Classic car enthusiasts continue to bid strongly at auction as BCA’s latest sale confirms – the company’s specialist Classics from BCA department scored well in its latest Blackbushe sale.

Top price on the day went to 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS which sold for £18,425. Finished in the classic colour of Rosso Corsa, this supercar had seen minimal use in recent years and had covered just 27,500 miles from new.

The 1932 Wolseley Hornet Special was another strong seller. Finished in British Racing Green, with the bonnet in bare aluminium, this car was eligible for the Vintage Sports Car Club (VSCC) and had been in regular use for club events in recent years. The car was restored some years ago and had been well maintained since then. It sold for over its estimate at £12,200.

For followers of more modern classics, a 1986 Sierra RS Cosworth sold for £6950. A pair of 1959 MGAs also created a lot of interest, with a red 1500 Roadster going for £9350, while the 1600 Coupé – also finished in red scored £6500.

Classics from BCA Manager Robin Lawton said, “Our last event attracted several hundred buyers and we sold 37 cars for a 65% conversion, which we are very pleased with. A number of cars sold for well above their estimate, which suggests there is a ready market for interesting and unusual vehicles, despite the current economic conditions.'

The next Classics from BCA’sale takes place at the Blackbushe auction centre - located on the A30 between Camberley and Basingstoke – on October 7. For more information, visit www.classic-car-auction.co.uk.