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What happened to the Doward Farm collection?
Mark Dew collected vehicles for 40 years and had originally hoped to create a motoring museum. Instead, the collection was sold at a live auction conducted by Tewkesbury Auction Centre at Doward Farm on 28 and 29 June 2025. Classics World reported that the sale was in person, with no online bidding facility. Classics World’s account described more than 200 vehicles; The Ross Gazette’s 10 July 2025 report counted 200 going under the hammer.
The Ross Gazette said every vehicle was offered without a reserve and auctioneer Finlay Hutchings reported that every lot sold. Hutchings told the paper: “I was amazed how many people turned up for the auction. It was very successful as every lot was sold.”
What was in the 200-car barn find?
The vehicles were spread across fields, two barns and outbuildings. Reported examples included:
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- Highly detailed 1:24 scale diecast model kit of 1929 Ford Model A
- Comes with everything needed for assembly including screwdriver
- Features opening parts, rolling wheels and pre-painted metal body
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- Fun and educational STEM activity for kids to build realistic miniature vehicle
- Many Peugeot 205s, reflecting Dew’s former ambition to collect 205 examples
- Triumph TR7s, MGs and Volkswagen Golf Cabriolets
- Land Rovers and Range Rovers
- A Mercedes-Benz R107 SL, Bentley Turbo R and Aston Martin DBS
- A Jaguar with a tree growing through its bumper
The range made the collection notable, but a barn-find label says little by itself about a car’s completeness or condition.
Were the cars restorable?
Condition differed from vehicle to vehicle. Classics World warned that many cars were better suited to parts use than restoration, while identifying at least one Peugeot 205 GTI and a Mk1 Golf GTI as possible restoration projects requiring substantial work. Hutchings said many body panels had disintegrated and expected some buyers to use vehicles primarily for parts.
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- AUTHENTIC REPLICA: Die-cast metal 1:43 scale model of the 1953 Cadillac Series 62, featuring detailed exterior finish and classic vintage styling.
- FUNCTIONAL FEATURES : Working doors that open and close , plus pull-back action mechanism for interactive play.
- QUALITY CONSTRUCTION : Built with die-cast metal body , rubber tires, and precise plastic components for durability and authentic look.
- PERFECT SIZE : Measures 5 inches in length , making it ideal for display or play while maintaining impressive detail.
- REALISTIC DETAILS : Features authentic chrome trim accents, detailed interior, and period-correct wheel designs true to the original 1953 Cadillac.
For anyone assessing a similar project-car sale, the useful questions are practical: how much structural rust is present, whether the car is complete, what documentation and registration history exist, how readily parts can be found, and whether the vehicle makes more sense as a restoration or a donor. Transport and restoration costs also affect the real outlay. These are general checks for future auctions, not claims about the full Doward Farm catalogue.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What did selected cars sell for?
Classics World published these results for named examples. They are historical auction prices, not current asking prices or a valuation guide:
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- AUTHENTIC REPLICA: Highly detailed 1:40 scale model of the iconic 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Coupe, measuring 5 inches in length with classic finish
- WORKING FEATURES: Functioning doors that open and close, plus pull-back motor action for interactive play value
- QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Die-cast metal body construction provides durability and authentic feel, enhanced with detailed plastic components
- REALISTIC DETAILS: Features rubber tires for enhanced realism and smooth rolling action on various surfaces
- DISPLAY WORTHY: Perfect size for collectors and enthusiasts, combining playability with showcase appeal
| Vehicle | Reported result |
|---|---|
| 1989 Metro GTA | £780 |
| 1977 Reliant Scimitar | £500 |
| 1974 Saab 96 | £600 |
| 1970 Rover P5B coupe | £570 |
| 1988 Panther Kallista | £4,400 |
| 1991 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9 | £5,800 |
| 1983 Golf GTI | £6,800 |
| 1995 Lotus Excel | £5,550 |
| 1995 Range Rover | £3,050 |
| 1994 TVR Chimaera | £6,050 |
These are selected published results, not a complete sale catalogue. The Ross Gazette characterized the overall prices as strong despite extensive rust; that was the auctioneer’s assessment, not a market-wide measure. Hutchings also described the appeal as “nostalgia combined with how far the bidder is prepared to go,” while noting that some cars would likely serve mainly as parts donors.
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- Product size: 6.69*2.36*1.97 inches Weight: 0.7 pounds Outer packaging: exquisite color translucent packaging box
- Material: Die-cast car model, made of zinc alloy, with plastic parts, rubber tires, detailed interior and exterior decoration.
- Function: Press the two wheels of the front car to trigger the sound of the engine and the lights, with upright car logos,the angel logo is stored in the hood. The details of the body interior are realistic. Place the car on a flat ground, press the body and pull it back, the car will drive forward. (With pull back function)
- This Rolls-Royce Phantom 1/32 car model pull back car is very suitable for children to play with. The paint is exquisite and feels good, and it is heavy to hold. It is also very suitable for car model enthusiasts as a decoration.
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