Manor Park Classics (MPC) has bought out Barons Classic Car Auctioneers and announced its intention to open four or five auction houses at various strategic locations across the UK.
MPC now has a foothold in southern England as Barons, operating in Marchwood on the edge of the New Forest, runs monthly sales of classic cars and motorbikes on the second Saturday of each month, with, on average, 50 lots consigned to each auction.
Stephen Ashworth (pictured), MPC chairman, said: “I am delighted to confirm our takeover of Barons Auctioneers and greet Tony and his team to the Manor Park family.
“As auctioneers of both classic cars and bikes, based at their own bespoke facility, they operate exactly the same model as we do, so the fit is perfect.
“We intend to turbocharge the business by bringing MPC’s socials, internet and telephone bidding to our international audience, headed by Paul Cowland.”
MPC’s three-stage sales process involves extended pre-sale viewing days, bidding by ‘phone, online or in person at auction, and a commitment to closing deals post-sale with no deadline.
Ashworth added: “My thanks go to Paul and fellow directors, James Gregory, Nik Askins and Andy Park for making this deal happen so quickly.
“I am also delighted to announce that there will be no changes to the team at Barons, headed by Tony Cavell and Molly Agius.
Barons’ director, Tony Cavell, said: “I am very excited to be joining the team at Manor Park Classics and to be part of the future development of Barons Manor Park Classics Ltd.
“I believe that we both have the same ethos and business ethic, which can only take us forward in a very positive way.”
Barons Manor Park Classics will hold its first sale on 8 February, with viewing available from 9am to 5pm through to the day of the sale.
Manor Park Classics’ next sale will run the following week, with viewing open from 10 February, and the sale of classic bikes on 14 February, and classic cars on 15 February.
