Humbert & Ellis The Essex Restoration Collection Part 1
United Kingdom • 22nd Jun 2026
Auction Results & Market Analysis
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£13,305
TOTAL SALE VALUE
10
TOTAL LOTS
HIGHEST SALE
£4,370
SELL THROUGH %
80%
AVG SOLD PRICE
£1,331
How did the auction perform?
Humbert & Ellis delivered £13,305 in sales (inc. fees).
Of the 10 motor cars offered, the sell-through rate was 80%.
Average price of cars sold was £1,331.
How did sold prices compare to estimates?
Of the 3 listings with lot estimates show that 0% exceeded expectations by selling above the high estimate.
1 (33%) of cars sold within their estimate range.
On the other hand, 67% of lots sold below the low estimate.
This suggests that Humbert & Ellis's valuations were aggressive (leading to more below-estimate sales) relative to current bidder appetite.
What was the most expensive car sold?
"1954 SUNBEAM ALPINE DROPHEAD MKIII - FOR RESTORATION", which crossed the block (inc. fees) for £4,370.
Estimated at £3,000 - £5,000, it sold 13% below its high estimate. This sale alone represented 33% of the auction's total turnover.
Well sold? Lots that exceeded their estimates by the largest percentage
While the headlines often focus on the top-tier sales, the Humbert & Ellis The Essex Restoration Collection Part 1 also featured several entry-level opportunities.
The lot sold for the lowest hammer price was the "1960 HILLMAN MINX FOUR DOOR 'EASIDRIVE' - NO PAPERWORK OR REGISTRATION - FOR RESTORATION", which changed hands for just £575. For enthusiasts looking to enter the market, these lower-value lots often represent the most accessible way to start a collection.
Well bought? Lots that sold under their estimates by the largest percentage
Not every lot found a new home at the Humbert & Ellis The Essex Restoration Collection Part 1. A notable example was the 1970 Triumph Vitesse Convertible, which failed to meet reserve despite carrying its estimated range.
When high-profile lots like this don't hammer sold, it often indicates a temporary gap between seller expectations and current bidder appetite. These unsold listings now represent prime opportunities for post-auction "Off-Market" deals, where savvy buyers can often negotiate directly with the consignor.
Price vs Estimates
See how final prices compared to auction estimates.
The Sales
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Why this article was created
At The Classic Valuer, we maintain one of the world’s largest independent databases of collector car transactions, tracking over $20bn in sales across 40+ global houses.
This summary provides an immediate analysis of 10 listings, comparing auction estimates against our own independent valuation models.
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How this article was created
This article was created by looking back analysing the catalogue of the Humbert & Ellis The Essex Restoration Collection Part 1 against our historical database dating back to 1985. We've scanned over 40 auction houses and results from over £20 billion of sold cars around the world to provide context for this The Essex Restoration Collection Part 1 preview.
The Classic Valuer uses proprietary data and analytics to generate these insights at scale. For further information regarding specific lots like the "1954 SUNBEAM ALPINE DROPHEAD MKIII - FOR RESTORATION", please visit the price guides linked below.
About The Author
Giles Gunning
Giles is CEO of The Classic Valuer - one of the world's largest databases of sold collector cars in the world going back over 30 years covering over 13,000 models. Giles and The Classic Valuer are regularly referenced in key motor publications including Classic & Sports Car.
Giles grew up around the iconic historic motorsport venue at Goodwood and enjoys his 1972 Alfa Romeo 1600 GT Junior or 1960 MG A Roadster around the Sussex roads. His primary car goal is to purchase back a selection of his grandfather's car's including his 1931 Riley Brooklands.