Shannons is preparing to move plenty of classic cars at its next Melbourne auction on Monday February 19, but we’ve picked out a few that we reckon should get the blood pumping on a lively drive.

1968 Holden HK Monaro GTS 327

If you haven’t quite got the $200K-or-so that Shannons reckons will secure the HK, a ‘74 HQ GTS 308 is also up for auction at a more accessible $60,000 – $75,000 range.

2007 FPV BF Cobra

Shannons estimates it’ll move along for $45,000 – $55,000, but recent unexpected shifts in the rare muscle car market could mean that turns into far more… or less.

1977 Porsche 930 Turbo

Being one of the earliest turbocharged production cars makes is not only desirable, but also significant.

It’s 4-speed manual equipped, and has been living in Australia since 2004. However, it’s been restored and converted to RHD, as well as having 122,000kms on the clock.

1987 BMW E30 M3

Shannons says $65,000 – $75,000 should be enough for this tidy LHD US-import, but almost 100,000km on the clock suggests it’ll need careful attention under its next owner.

2002 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG

At an estimated $15,000 – $20,000, it’s also a performance bargain, though a couple of savvy bidders could shoot themselves in the foot by pushing the price up in an effort to score that bargain for themselves.

1996 Subaru Impreza WRX

Even better is the fact that it’s unmodified, an unfortunately rare attribute for a ‘90s Japanese classic.

1992 Toyota MR2 Targa

With a mid-mounted engine and rear-driven powertrain, the one-owner car should prove a unique driving experience for even a well-rounded enthusiast. Shannons reckons it’ll go for between $8,000 – $12,000.