Anyone know the Anglia car auctions ex-concours Volvo 164e ? - Page 2

REGAL 144 · Mar 28th, 2011, 21:23

Hi All
Yes I can whole heartedly agree with Jim and Jeff this motor is way above the selling criteria of a general motor auction, unless it is being sold amongst a special sale of Classic and Vintage Cars. The 164 has already been well described but I know that John lavished more care and attention on it than alot may appreciate. Personally I have thought highly of John and the car since the mid eighties and would recommend a potential buyer spending some serious money for this quality vehicle. At one time John had a sister car to this, same colour etc on an 'L' plate, it was difficult to spot the differance.
Sorry to ramble on.
Cheers
REGAL 144

MalcB · Apr 5th, 2011, 00:01

The letter change was in aug so M would start in Aug 73
Malc

Bristol603 · Apr 9th, 2011, 14:06

I attended the auction and viewed the car. It is absolutely immaculate. I looked hard for faults, but simply could not see any. The owner was with the car to answer any questions. The condition of the car is a real credit to him.

The priced reached was £5500 plus buyers premium - too much for me, but a great car for someone. I hope it found a good home.

Lucien · Apr 11th, 2011, 10:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bristol603

The priced reached was £5500 plus buyers premium

Wow - that is top money - but I still think it was a good buy.

Sorry that you came home without it. Hope it went to a good home and that I get to see it out on the circuit some time.

Cheers
Lucien

Bristol603 · Apr 11th, 2011, 11:40

Although I did not buy the car, having spoken with the previous owner, I was glad to see it go for a good price.

TONY COWAN · Apr 13th, 2011, 14:35

I made a special trip to Kings Lynn all the way from Glasgow specifically to view and hopefully bid for this 164 based on the description and estimated price range provided by Anglia Car Auctions. As soon as I saw the vehicle I knew that the estimate of £1800 to £2600 should have been double that. It was superb-the bidding started at £3000 and swiftly went up to £5500 plus 6%(inc VAT) buyer's premium and at that it was good value. Whilst it was only fair that it sold for a fair price it was really annoying that the stated estimated price range was clearly woefully under and as I could not afford to bid at anything like the final selling price I would not have made the trip at a cost of well over £200 if the estimate had been more realistic. If any of you have or will see the car then you will realise that there was no justification for such a low estimate. I am sure that the new owner will be pleased with their purchase and no doubt will keep it in the present outstanding condition and hopefully will enter it at shows and rallys for others to appreciate.

KGF1 · Jan 10th, 2013, 14:01

Hello

An update as of the 10/01/2013. This car is available to buy through KGF Classic Cars and remains in superb condition.

Regards
Karl
Owner
www.kgfclassiccars.co.uk
01733 425140

arcturus · Jan 14th, 2013, 09:20

Have a look at the video on KFG site. If you look carefully you will see that the paint on one of the door tops has bubbles. The car looks as though it has been re painted. What else is lurking under the paint. Fixing the bubbles wouldn't be dificult but matching the paint would.

Mar 28th, 2011, 21:23	#11
REGAL 144 VOC Member Last Online: Nov 1st, 2017 20:48 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Malton,North Yorkshire.	Anglia Car Auctions Volvo Hi All Yes I can whole heartedly agree with Jim and Jeff this motor is way above the selling criteria of a general motor auction, unless it is being sold amongst a special sale of Classic and Vintage Cars. The 164 has already been well described but I know that John lavished more care and attention on it than alot may appreciate. Personally I have thought highly of John and the car since the mid eighties and would recommend a potential buyer spending some serious money for this quality vehicle. At one time John had a sister car to this, same colour etc on an 'L' plate, it was difficult to spot the differance. Sorry to ramble on. Cheers REGAL 144

Apr 5th, 2011, 00:01	#12
MalcB New Member Last Online: May 31st, 2015 18:53 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nantwich	M reg The letter change was in aug so M would start in Aug 73 Malc

Apr 13th, 2011, 14:35	#16
TONY COWAN New Member Last Online: Apr 10th, 2014 00:41 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: GLASGOW	Tony Cowan I made a special trip to Kings Lynn all the way from Glasgow specifically to view and hopefully bid for this 164 based on the description and estimated price range provided by Anglia Car Auctions. As soon as I saw the vehicle I knew that the estimate of £1800 to £2600 should have been double that. It was superb-the bidding started at £3000 and swiftly went up to £5500 plus 6%(inc VAT) buyer's premium and at that it was good value. Whilst it was only fair that it sold for a fair price it was really annoying that the stated estimated price range was clearly woefully under and as I could not afford to bid at anything like the final selling price I would not have made the trip at a cost of well over £200 if the estimate had been more realistic. If any of you have or will see the car then you will realise that there was no justification for such a low estimate. I am sure that the new owner will be pleased with their purchase and no doubt will keep it in the present outstanding condition and hopefully will enter it at shows and rallys for others to appreciate.

Jan 10th, 2013, 14:01	#17
KGF1 KGF Classic Cars Last Online: May 13th, 2022 09:02 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Peterborough	Hello An update as of the 10/01/2013. This car is available to buy through KGF Classic Cars and remains in superb condition. Regards Karl Owner www.kgfclassiccars.co.uk 01733 425140 Last edited by KGF1; Jan 10th, 2013 at 14:04.

Jan 14th, 2013, 09:20	#18
arcturus arcturus Last Online: Today 08:11 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sagres Portugal	Have a look at the video on KFG site. If you look carefully you will see that the paint on one of the door tops has bubbles. The car looks as though it has been re painted. What else is lurking under the paint. Fixing the bubbles wouldn't be dificult but matching the paint would. __________________ life's too short to drink bad wine

Apr 9th, 2011, 14:06	#13
Bristol603 Member Last Online: Apr 5th, 2024 12:46 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Winchester	I attended the auction and viewed the car. It is absolutely immaculate. I looked hard for faults, but simply could not see any. The owner was with the car to answer any questions. The condition of the car is a real credit to him. The priced reached was £5500 plus buyers premium - too much for me, but a great car for someone. I hope it found a good home.

Apr 11th, 2011, 11:40	#15
Bristol603 Member Last Online: Apr 5th, 2024 12:46 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Winchester	Although I did not buy the car, having spoken with the previous owner, I was glad to see it go for a good price.

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