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SouthwellThe Classicwise Collection is a company formed by Sam Fretwell after he became unable to continue in his employment as a result of injuries sustained as the innocent party in a near fatal road accident in May 2012. Sam has grown up around classic cars and knows all about them as his father used to import rust-free European sports cars from California USA and also built up a successful Porsche 911 sales and service business in the 1990’s. Since leaving school in 2007 Sam worked for the family business Weonlymot.co.uk, initially on reception at the various branches, but then became one of the youngest people ever to become an authorised MOT tester, and then by the end of 2011 was promoted to Branch Development Manager. He had identified, equipped and just opened his first new weonlymot.co.uk branch in Grimsby and was on his way back from there to the Ollerton head office when he involved in the horrific accident. Calling upon his father’s experience in addition to that already amassed himself, Sam’s intention is to establish himself and his company in the classic car business offering initially classic car service and repair, alongside vehicle sales & brokerage. He hopes to be able to offer classic car storage and enclosed transportation as the business develops at Bypass Garage Epperstone. The Classicwise Collection are always interested in any classic vehicle from the early 1900’s to the 1990’s. The images to the right were taken in December 1997 the little chap is Sam. The late twice Le Mans Race winning team boss Tom Walkinshaw pictured taking delivery of his fully restored and upgraded ‘rubber-bumpered’ MGB from Sam’s father. Mr Walkinshaw had purchased this for his own father in law’s 70th birthday.
2 Previous Owners, Here we have a fabulous example of a fastroad or potential roadrally Triumph TR4, offered from our own private collection, and presented in exceptional condition with very recent, highquality mechanical investment.Originally supplied new to Switzerland in 1963, this TR4 was repatriated to the UK in the early 1990s and has since been developed with real care and clear intent. The car underwent a full body restoration and is still holding up very well. During this was the colour change into Aston Martin Pearlescent Blue Metallic, a striking and elegant finish that contrasts beautifully with the original red steel Surrey top. It is a combination that feels both purposeful and special, and one that you simply do not see every day.Mechanically, this is where the car truly shines. In December 2025, extensive engine work was carried out by TR Enterprises, with no corners cut. The 89mm 2.2litre engine has been rebuilt using a new piston and liner kit, uprated connecting rods, uprated timing components and a TR Enterprises fastroad "Orange" camshaft, specifically designed for strong, usable fastroad performance. The cylinder head has been fully prepared with new valves and guides, alongside a composite head gasket, new oil pump, bearings and supporting components throughout. The engine is lightened and balanced and produces just over 150bhp, supported by a dyno printout on file. The result is a TR4 that feels eager, tractable and confidenceinspiring across the rev range.The suspension has been set up with roadrally style handling gear, giving the car a planted, confidenceinspiring feel without compromising usability on the road. Combined with the overdrive gearbox selectable on second, third and fourth gears via a logic box the TR4 is equally at home on fast Aroads, flowing Broads or longer touring journeys.The gearbox performs exactly as it should, with overdrive available on second, third and fourth gears via a logic box, making the car equally at home on fast Aroads or longer touring. Thoughtful upgrades include auxiliary switches operating the spotlights, electric cooling fan, electric cutoff and fuelpump cutoff, all neatly integrated and in keeping with the cars fastroad character.Thoughtful upgrades include auxiliary switches operating the spotlights, electric cooling fan, electric cutoff and fuelpump cutoff, all neatly integrated and in keeping with the cars fastroad character. Inside, the TR4 is fitted with comfortable rallystyle seats and harnesses, creating a purposeful driving environment while remaining perfectly usable.On the road, this is a car that immediately instils confidence responsive, engaging and hugely enjoyable to drive. Visually, the bumperdelete look, alloy sump guard, spotlights and Minilite wheels underline the intent of the build and ensure it stands out from the crowd for all the right reasons.Supplied with a substantial history file documenting both its past and recent works, the car will be sold with a fresh service and MOT, along with 12 months complimentary membership to the TR Register.This is not a lightly prepared example, nor one to be compared with poorly built alternatives. It is a properly sorted, enthusiastspecification TR4 from our own collection, with significant investment in all the right areas ready to be driven, enjoyed and appreciated.Book a viewing today our coffee pot is always hot!.
£34,999