Today we take a look ahead at next week's Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction. The annual sale is headlined by this lovely Ferrari 250 GT SWB. It was sold new to the United States and has been owned by some of the great American collectors like Harley Cluxton, Robert L. Bodin and Chip Connor. Chassis 3337GT has benefitted from a recent restoration to its original colours.
Bonhams have also consigned a fine selection of pre-War cars, which includes this one-off Mercedes-Benz 540 K. Using the highest specification chassis, it was clothed by the Mayfair Carriage Company with a body styled like the famous Trossi Roadster. While it is not known who commissioned the car but chassis 154080 has had some reputable recent owners like the Imperial Palace Collection and General William Lyon.
Ten years older still is this Bentley 6.5 Litre Barker Sports Tourer. Delivered new to the UK, it is believed to be one of jus two examples bodied by Barker in this style and the sole survivor. After spending most of its life in South Africa, BR2354 was recently repatriated and beautifully restored to its original colours.
Also benefiting from a recent restoration is this unique Talbot Lago T26 Saoutchik Coupe de Ville. Built for the 1950 Paris Auto Salon, it was a price winning car in period but has been hidden away from the public eye for most of its life. Not shown yet since its restoration, the unique T26 should provide an automatic entry into all major events.
Other highlights consigned to the sale include this Siata 208 S and Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione.

Enjoy the links:

2018 Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction - Ultimatecarpage.com

1928 Bentley 6 Litre Barker Sports Tourer - Images, Specifications and Information

1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta - Chassis 3337GT - Ultimatecarpage.com

1938 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Mayfair Sports Roadster - Images, Specifications and Information

1948 Talbot Lago T26 Record Saoutchik Coupe de Ville - Images, Specifications and Information

1931 Bentley 8 Litre Vanden Plas Saloon - Images, Specifications and Information