Some of the 'dinkum' cars that shaped a nation will be going under the hammer at Shannons Late summer Melbourne Auction next Monday (February 19).
This great HK Monaro GTS 327 Supercar ’survivor in substantially original condition is expected to sell in the $170,000 - $220,000 range.
Heading them will be two of the most famous Holden models ever made - an exceptionally low mileage 1951 Holden 48-215 FX Sedan with numerous NASCO features (guiding range $35,000-$45,000) and a 1968 Holden Monaro HK GTS 327 (Bathurst) Coupe ($170,000-$220,000).
An alternative for Holden fans is a 'no reserve' 1974 Holden HQ GTS 308 Monaro Coupe that is expected to bring $60,000-$75,000.
This highly-optioned and factory-verified 1973 Ford Falcon XA GT Sedan offered with ‘no reserve’ at Shannons Melbourne Late Summer Auction on Monday (February 19), is expected to sell in the $50,000-$70,000 range.
Ford fans will be bidding for a highly-optioned and factory-verified 1973 Ford Falcon XA GT Sedan offered with 'no reserve' ($50,000-$70,000), while collectors will be eyeing off the rare, low kilometre, one-owner Limited Edition FPV GT Cobra Number 221/400 ($45,000-$55,000).
This standout, expertly restored 1972 Chrysler VH 770 Charger 318 V8 Coupe is expected to sell in the $75,000-$85,000 range.
Finally, Mopar enthusiasts have the opportunity to buy a standout, expertly-restored 1972 Chrysler VH 770 Charger 318 V8 Coupe ($75,000-$85,000).
With values of Australian Muscle Cars rising again, the HK Monaro is expected to garner a lot of interest.
Finished in Bright Blue Metallic, this true 'survivor' of the heady Bathurst era is a very early Sydney-built GTS 327 that remains in substantially original condition, with 98,802 miles showing on its odometer at the time of cataloguing.
This 1951 model Holden 48-215 (FX) that was one of six cars intended to host Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip in 1952 is expected go bring $35,000-$45,000.
The 'FX' Holden is believed one of six 48-215 models prepared for the proposed Royal Tour by Princess Elizabeth and Prince Phillip in 1952, but the visit was cancelled due to the death of King George and the Holden was sold to its first private owner in 1953.
The XA GT was uniquely optioned with automatic transmission, power steering, a wind-back Golde sunroof, integrated air conditioning and power windows, with its odometer showing 48,955 miles at the time of cataloguing.
While its interior is substantially original, its 351 V8-engine has been fully blueprinted and a stainless-steel exhaust has been fitted, making the GT an excellent base for a 'project' car.
This sought-after and collectible 1969 XT Falcon GT Sedan will be offered with ’no reserve’ at Shannons Melbourne Late Summer Auction on Monday (February 19), where it is expected to sell in the $60,000-$80,000 range.
Alternatively, for Falcon GT collectors, there is 1969 XT GT Sedan in the model's trademark 'GT Gold' that is also crossing the block with 'no reserve' after 25 years of long-term ownership. This potentially affordable slice of GT history is expected to sell in the $60,000-$80,000 range.
Finally, Shannons say the VH Charger is the best example they have seen at auction and potentially represents excellent value compared with the Holden and Ford Australian Muscle Cars of the same late 1960s-early '70s era.
View all lots in the Shannons February 19 Melbourne Late Summer Classic Auction
For more information on the auction contact the Melbourne Auction Team on (03) 8588 0809 or email auctions@shannons.com.au.
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