The numbers are in for some of summer’s biggest classic sales. Here’s why you’ve been opening up your wallets at UK auctions

AUCTION REVIEW HISTORICS, ASCOT RACECOURSE. 20 SEPTEMBER

BMW’s reincarnation of the storied Mini hatchback is the ideal choice for any savvy shopper on the hunt for a fun, warmed-up supermini. Fine handling, precise steering and a torquey 1.6-litre engine c

MORRIS LESLIE, ERROL AIRFIELD. 20 SEPTEMBER

UPCOMING AUCTION H&H CLASSICS, BUXTON. 15 OCTOBER

Iconic Auctioneers claimed seven new live-auction world records and two for the UK from 22-24 August. Hosted at the Silverstone Festival, the combined ‘Iconic’ and ‘Classic’ sales totalled £9.8m with