JENNY ON THE BLOCK: Stars’ Cars Under Hammer at Silverstone

A pair of classic British sports cars, owned by two of Hollywood’s biggest stars, are set to go under the hammer in Silverstone Auctions’ May Sale, on May 24^th at Silverstone race circuit.

First up is an ex-Jennifer Lopez 1998 Aston Martin DB7 Volante that is rumoured to have been bought as a gift by Ben Affleck for his former fiancée.

The limited edition Alfred Dunhill example, chassis number 002 of the 150 model run, is estimated at between £30,000 and £35,000. The car has covered fewer than 15,000 miles and is fantastic condition.

Clearly J-Lo and Affleck were customers of great taste and the car is finished in a special order Dunhill Silver paint with black leather interior. It’s easy to imagine J-Lo cruising the blocks of LA in the Aston and catching the eyes of the paparazzi.

Joining the Aston is a stunning 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III V12 Roadster that was once owned by Hollywood tough guy Gerard Butler. The stunning example is estimated at between £55,000 and £65,000.

Owned by Butler for a number of years he is quoted as saying, “I went to the classic car place in Chelsea to look at something else, walked in there, and there was an old E-Type Jaguar convertible, the V12 one…I literally took one look at it, and thought, oh, my, god.”

Finished in black with a black interior this E-Type was subject to significant work in 1993 which included a full engine overhaul and complete respray.

Commenting on the sale of the cars, managing director of Silverstone Auctions, Nick Whale, said: “These wonderful cars join a long list of celebrity owned classics that we have offered in our auctions over the years. Not only do they have the gravitas of being driven by two Hollywood hot shots, but are great examples of the models in their own right.”

The cars form part of the 65 car and motorcycle catalogue offered at Silverstone along with a collection of automobilia and luxury lifestyle goods.

For more information about the cars and the many other lots being offered at Silverstone Auctions’ May Sale, visit www.silverstoneauctions.com.