Upcoming auction: WB & Sons, scheduled for June 7th
Get ready for WB & Sons' auction on June 7th, as over 100 lots go up for grabs at their Newcastle base!
Like a treasure trove for car enthusiasts, the upcoming WB & Sons sale offers an enticing mix of coveted no-reserve projects and exquisite automobiles. Let's dive in!
Caught our eye first is a captivating 1979 Fiat 127 Sport, showing a mere 17,000 miles and seemingly rock-solid after years in garage storage beneath the grime. If you're considering something more robust, you might find yourself attracted to a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC, or perhaps the 2003 S500 or the user-friendly 190E - all available without reserve. For those who love British classics with a tinge of elbow grease, the 1972 Mini 1000 and the classic 1969 Rover P5B could offer tempting projects.
Looking for a ready-to-roll Brit? You're in luck! The roster includes a vintage 1933 Alvis Firefly Sports Saloon, estimated at £16,000-£20,000, along with a plethora of '60s and '70s wheeled wonders. If you fancy a rustic font of nostalgia, a well-preserved 1971 Morris Minor Traveller with an estimate of £4000-£5000 could be the ticket. The 1975 MGB roadster, presumbably sporting chrome bumpers, attracts a £8000-£9000 price tag, while a 1968 Ford Corsair 2000E can be yours for £4000-£5000. Rounding up the classics is a stunning Series 1 E-Type Jaguar from 1967, with an estimated price of £30,000-£35,000. Also in the lineup, you'll find a 1968 Daimler Sovereign, and a pair of Land Rovers: a Series 2A estimated at £9000-£11,000, and a Series 3 project with an estimate of £5000-£6000.
Moving forward in time, the selection also boasts some tantalizing '80s and '90s classics, like a trio from 1989. A restoration-worthy Volvo 240 GLT with only 52,000 miles on the clock could be yours for £7000-£9000, while a well-equipped E30 318i is one of nine BMWs in the sale, expected to fetch £7000-£8000. Rounding out the threesome is a 22,000-mile Honda Civic, an attractively priced lot with an estimated value of £2000-£3000. Other standouts include a 1997 Citroën Xantia Activa Turbo, and a 1990 Toyota Celica GT-Four - both notable entries with estimated prices of £3000-£4000 and £5000-£7000 respectively. Lastly, a performance-focused 1995 Jaguar XJR is predicted to sell for £4000-£5000.
Finally, this auction offers a wealth of emerging modern classics, memorabilia, bikes, and more. To check out the entire catalogue, visit *wbandsons.com.
(Enrichment data: The 2023 auction did not have specific highlights mentioned, but the 2025 auction featured a 1995 Subaru Impreza WRX, which was expected to sell between £10,000 and £12,000.)
The WB & Sons auction offers a diverse range of classic car shows, showcasing the lifestyle of home-and-garden enthusiasts, with classic car shows like the 1979 Fiat 127 Sport, the 1933 Alvis Firefly Sports Saloon, and the 1968 Ford Corsair 2000E. Additionally, the auction includes modern classics, such as the 1995 Jaguar XJR and the 1990 Toyota Celica GT-Four, making it a must-visit event for car lovers.
