Timed Online Auction of the Historic Assets of Bristol Cars Limited

Sale Type: Timed Online Auction
Currency: GBP
Date posted: 14/08/2020 
End date: 02/09/2020

VIEW CATALOGUE

For viewing arrangements please contact David Fletcher.

Contact: David Fletcher
T. 01442 832234
E. david.fletcher@wyleshardy.com

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On behalf of the Liquidators of Bristol Cars Limited & Bristol Cars Services Limited

Timed Online Auction Historic Assets of Bristol Cars Limited

Registrations to bid are now open, to register to bid please follow the step-by-step guide below. A full 900 lot catalogue will be available online from Wednesday 19th August 2020.

Lots Include:

VEHICLES
1949 Bristol 400
1964 Bristol Bullet Speedster (the original Bullet)
Bristol 405 Restoration Project
Bristol 406 Restoration Project
4 x Bristol 411 Restoration Projects
Bristol 603 Convertible Restoration Project
Bristol Brigand for Restoration
Bristol Fighter Prototype (Car Number 000) Restoration Project

EPHEMERA
Large Quantity of Historic Framed Photographs & Design Images
Workshop Manuals & Literature
Design Development Scale Models
Bristol Branded Clothing & Merchandise
The Original Neon Showroom Signs from the Kensington Showroom
Historical Items from throughout the History of Bristol Cars Limited
New Bullet Related Items & Merchandise

HISTORIC & CONTEMPORARY WORKSHOP TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
Wooden Body Bucks & Patterns from Bristol Cars Production History
Original Jigs & Factory Tooling
Antique Workshop, Inspection & Test Tools & Equipment
Contemporary Mechanical & Paint-Shop Tools & Equipment

The Office Furniture & Equipment Utilised at the Kensington Showroom, Filton, Brentford & Windlesham

Due to social distancing measures viewings will be conducted STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT from Wednesday 19th August to Wednesday 2nd September 2020 10:00am & 4:00pm.

The Auction will close over a 2 day period from 10:30am Wednesday 2nd September (subject to staggered timings and 10 minute extensions).

For further details and viewing arrangements contact David Fletcher at David.Fletcher@wyleshardy.co.uk or on 07967 508542

How to Register to Bid

*If you do not have an account you will need to create one when you connect to the auction.

  1. Click the “View Catalogue” button above, this will redirect you to the auction site.
  2. Click “Connect to Auction”, this will take you to a sign in page where you can either sign into your account or create one.
  3. Follow the steps to complete your sign up – you will be asked to provide credit card details at this stage, however no payments will be taken, this is purely for verification purposes.

Please Note: A member of the Wyles Hardy team will need to approve your registration to allow you to bid. Once approved you will be able to bid by clicking on the “Bid Live Now” button.

For further information please contact David Fletcher david.fletcher@wyleshardy.com

Schedule and Notice to Purchasers

NOTICE TO PURCHASERS

Credit Card and Debit Card details are used for registration purposes. Wyles Hardy & Co. Limited DO NOT accept payment by Credit Card but do accept Debit Cards.

Sales by Timed On-Line Auction On Behalf of the Liquidators of Bristol Cars Limited & Bristol Cars Services Limited.

Viewing: The lots for sale may be viewed from Wednesday 19th August to Wednesday 2nd September 2020 strictly by appointment only call 01442 832234 to arrange, between 09:30am and 4.30pm at Bristol Cars Ltd. Kamkorp Park, Shepherds Lane, Chertsey Road, Windlesham, Surrey, GU20 6HZ

Car Parking: There is limited parking at the premises.

Damage: Person’s attending the viewing will be held liable for any damage they cause, and shall meet all costs and expenses incurred in the rectification of the damage so caused, as advised by Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd.

Bidding Process: Bidding will end at 10:00 UK Time on Wednesday 2nd September 2020.[subject to staggered timings and the normal 10 min extension] at which time all highest bids will be considered.

Acceptance of Final Bids: IMPORTANT NOTE – Acceptance of all final bids is subject to prior approval by our client. Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd reserve the right to reject any bids which they feel are insufficient. Successful bidders will be notified by email by close of business on Friday 4th September 2020.

Invoicing: Please ensure that the details given are the same as those to which the invoice will be addressed (under no circumstances will invoices be altered once issued).

Instructions for Bidding: Access for bidding can be obtained through our website www.wyleshardy.com or www.bidspotter.co.uk Full bidder’s details including a valid email address must be provided in order to bid. You must be over 18 to use this service. In the event of a bid being received within 10 minutes of the scheduled closing time, the bidding period on that lot will automatically extend by a further 10 minutes and for a further 10 minutes for any bid received thereafter. When bidding do not forget to `Refresh` your screen to ensure you are aware of current bids.

Mailing List: All approved bidders will automatically have their details placed on a mailing list database for notification of futures sales undertaken by Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd only. In the event that you wish to have your details excluded from our database please notify us by email enquiries@wyleshardy.com

Odometer Readings and Descriptions: The company offers details of each lot in good faith and it is recommended that the purchaser satisfies themselves with the vehicles details prior to bidding.

Buyers Premium: In addition to the sum bid the purchaser will pay a buyer’s premium of 15% on the hammer price on all Lots plus VAT. The premium is not negotiable and will be charged to all purchasers. VAT will not be refunded on the buyers premium under any circumstances, including overseas purchasers.

Overseas Purchasers
On notification of the acceptance of an offer(s) overseas purchasers must advise if the goods are intended for export and the destination of same and provide the following information / documents:

copy of their passport and another document confirming the identity;
details of their bankers and their UK corresponding bank;
details of their shipping agents and their UK representatives.

Value Added Tax (VAT): All lots are sold exclusive of V.A.T. which will be added to the purchasers sale accounts at the rate of 20% except those lots which are zero rated for VAT purposes as indicated in the catalogue.

Non E.C. Purchasers: Purchasers must advise the intention to export their purchases on offer acceptance. VAT will be levied on all purchasers at the rate of 20%. Upon receipt of a copy of the Bill of Lading detailing the purchases, a full description of the goods purchased/exported (a simple description of “box/crate” is deemed insufficient) and confirming their export outside the E.C., the VAT will be refunded. VAT will not be refunded on the buyers premium under any circumstances, nor where the Bill of Lading is not received within 30 days of the date of invoice. If outside the 30 day timescale purchasers will need to liaise direct with HMRC.

E.C. Purchasers: Purchasers must advise the intention for goods to be subject to an interstate transfer within the E.C. and also ensure that their local VAT registration details are provided when they first register for the sale. Upon receipt of documentary evidence giving conclusive proof that the interstate transfer has taken place the VAT will be refunded. VAT will not be refunded on the buyer’s premium under any circumstances, nor where the documentary evidence of the interstate transfer taking place is not received within 30 days of the date of invoice. If outside the 30 day timescale purchasers will need to liaise direct with HMRC.

N.B. Purchasers are solely responsible for obtaining export licences, where required.

Conditions of Sale: All lots will be sold, subject to the Terms and Conditions of sale, as shown on our website and those contained within this schedule. Bidders are strongly advised to read them carefully and to re-visit the same from time to time to acquaint themselves with any amendments/additions.

Payment Terms: All purchases are to be paid in full, no later than 4:30pm UK Time on Friday 25th September 2020.

Payment to be made by :
PREFERRED METHOD OF PAYMENT – Bank Transfer: (CHAPS, SWIFT etc.) to:

Account Name: Wyles Hardy & Co Clients Account
Account No: 48914576
Bank: NatWest Bank, Harrow & Watford Branch
Sort Code: 60-00-08

Debit Cards: We accept the following debit cards, Switch, Delta, Electron and Connect – we do not accept Credit Card payments. Please note that, to protect both the purchaser and our client from any fraudulent activities, Debit Card transactions will only be accepted at Bristol Cars Ltd. Bristol Cars Ltd. Kamkorp Park, Shepherds Way, Chertsey Road, Windlesham, Surrey GU20 6HZ with the card holder present, in person, and with a second form of ID.

Cash: Limited to £500 maximum transaction value, payments above this sum will not be accepted in cash.

Bankers Draft: Please note Wyles Hardy & Co. NO LONGER accept Bankers Drafts as payment for purchases.

All queries regarding payment should be directed to our enquiries@wyleshardy.com, quoting AF1041.

Method Statements: Certain items of plant and machinery equipment will only be permitted to be de-installed and or removed if Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd have been provided with a suitable method statement. The information required in the method statement will vary according to the type, nature and location of the equipment. However, as a minimum, the method statement must detail the following:

What work is going to be carried out ?
How is the work going to be carried out ?
Who is going to do the work and their competences to do that work ?
When is the work going to be carried out ?
If any independent contracts (including hauliers) are to be used, who are they and confirmation of their competence(s) will be required. If any machinery or lifting equipment is to be utilised, certificates of safety and or conformity must be provided. If any “hot working” is to be carried out, this must be specified together with details of the safety measure that will be put in place. Copies of public and employee liability insurance certificates must be provided. Method statements must be provided, at least 2 working days prior to the work being scheduled to commence. Method statements must be approved by Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd prior to the work commencing; submission does not gain automatic approval.

Insurance of Lots: The bidder / buyer is at risk once the buyer is notified of his successful purchases and is strongly advised to effect insurance at once, irrespective of whether title has passed. Title does not pass to the purchaser until payment has been received in full.

Buyers of motor vehicles and/or road-going powered plant are responsible for ensuring that prior to use on the road, that in all respects the vehicle complied with all legal requirements as to the construction and the use of such a vehicle and further more for obtaining all certificates, permits and other authorisations necessary.

Clearance of Purchases: All lots must be removed strictly by appointment from Monday 7th September thru Friday 25th September 2020 (week days) from Bristol Cars Ltd., Kamkorp Park, Shepherds Lane, Chertsey Road, Windlesham, Surrey GU20 6HZ, at the buyers expense.  The premises will be open from 9.30am to 5.00pm Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd do not undertake packaging, postage, delivery or shipment of goods and the bidder must make his own arrangements to comply with the clearance terms. Clearance of all lots must be undertaken in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations and, where necessary, Construction Design and Management Regulations 1994. The purchaser should ensure that their contractors hold sufficient public liability insurance, copies of which should be made available to Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd if demanded.

ALL CLEARANCES will be undertaken in strict compliance with our social distancing COVID-19 prevention policy and will be entirely overseen by David Fletcher, who will issue the purchasers with instructions prior to collection so as to avoid any doubt as to the procedure which MUST be adhered to at all times when on site at Bristol Cars Ltd., Kamkorp Park, Shepherds Lane, Chertsey Road, Windlesham, Surrey GU20 6HZ.

Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd do not undertake packaging, postage, delivery or shipment of goods and the bidder must make his own arrangements to comply with the clearance terms. Clearance of all lots must be undertaken in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations and, where necessary, Construction Design and Management Regulations 1994. The purchaser should ensure that their contractors hold sufficient public liability insurance, copies of which should be made available to Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd if demanded.

Transfer of Lots: Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd will only accept payment from and permit removal of lots purchased by the successful purchaser or their duly appointed agent.

Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd reserve the right to refuse to accept the bid of any bidder should they be unable to satisfy Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd on any of the above.

If you agree to the Terms and Conditions and this specific Notice to Purchasers you may register for this event. Registering for this event means you agree to both the BidSpotter.co.uk website’s Terms and Conditions and also Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd’s Terms and Conditions for this Sale.

Provision of Services Information: Wyles Hardy & Co. Ltd’s (whose trading style is Wyles Hardy & Co) principal place of business is Ley Hill Road, Bovingdon, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 0NW, Great Britain.

Registered in England No. 2598566, Registered Office: 9 Bonhill Street, London EC2A 4DJ, Great Britain. VAT Registration Number: GB579 1851 94.

Please note Wyles Hardy & Co Ltd issue self billing invoices only.

Wyles Hardy & Co. Ltd operate a complaints handling procedure which is in compliance with the requirements of the RICS.

Professional indemnity insurance is provided by Hiscox Insurance Company Limited, 1 Great St Helen’s, London EC3A 6HX.