Former Top Gear and The Grand Tour host Jeremy Clarkson is selling three memorable vehicles from his television career through Iconic Auctioneers, according to the auction house. The selection includes the 1982 Lancia Montecarlo Spider driven during his final special, with all three lots offered without a reserve during The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show in Birmingham, England, on November 14 and 15.
The Final Grand Tour Lancia Montecarlo Spider
Clarkson drove the car alongside co-hosts Richard Hammond and James May during “The Grand Tour Presents: One for the Road,” the Zimbabwe and Botswana special that marked the trio’s final television adventure together.
This vehicle holds a distinct place in motoring television history as the last car Clarkson ever drove on the show, according to auction records. To prepare for the grueling African terrain, the Lancia received several modifications. Iconic Auctioneers notes the car was fitted with Ferrari 308 rear lights, four exhaust outlets, Lancia Delta Integrale wheels, and a customized grille and headlight setup.
To combat extreme heat, Clarkson replaced the original leather seats with cloth versions and installed a simple Alcantara-covered steering wheel without buttons to bypass aging electronic components. Unlike typical television prop cars, Clarkson purchased the vehicle after filming wrapped and added it to his personal collection. The Lancia has since been refurbished and is currently in running condition, according to Iconic Auctioneers.
Returning to the Market: The 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6
The auction catalog also features a 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6 previously driven by Clarkson during the 2019 episode “Well Aged Scotch,” according to Iconic Auctioneers. Clarkson piloted the Alfa across Scotland’s North Coast 500 route during the filming.
The vehicle has covered roughly 28,315 miles and has been maintained in-house, according to the auction listing. Under the hood sits Alfa Romeo’s 2.5-liter V6 engine, a powerplant Clarkson frequently praised for its distinct exhaust note and smoothness. The car carries a personal history for the television host, who previously owned the vehicle, sold it, regretted the decision, and later reacquired it for his collection before listing it for public sale.
The V8 Lincoln Continental With Nitrous Injection
Rounding out the trio is an enormous 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V that appeared in the Scotland-set special “Lochdown,” according to Iconic Auctioneers. The vehicle is powered by a 6.6-liter V8 engine outfitted with a nitrous-injection system specifically installed for the show.
According to production details from the auction house, the nitrous system remains installed on the vehicle, though it delivered limited performance during filming because the engine lacked supplementary modifications. The interior retains the Cartier clock that Clarkson highlighted during the episode, while a set of Scottish bagpipes remains tucked away in the trunk.
Did you know?
All three vehicles are being sold without reserve prices, meaning they will sell to the highest bidder regardless of the final hammer price, according to Iconic Auctioneers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where are the cars being auctioned?
The vehicles will cross the auction block on November 14 and 15 during The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show in Birmingham, England, according to Iconic Auctioneers.
Do the cars have reserve prices?
Why is Clarkson selling these vehicles?
According to Iconic Auctioneers, Clarkson rarely gets the opportunity to drive or enjoy the cars anymore, and further context regarding the sale will be revealed during the upcoming season of Clarkson’s Farm.
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