Peter Arnold, affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Spitfire’, dedicated over half a century to amassing historic aircraft relics. After his passing in 2025, a remarkable unfinished Spitfire fuselage went under the hammer for £18,000. This Spitfire F Mk 22 PK519 fuselage featured original components, resting in Arnold’s garage for 20 years. Besides the fuselage, auctioned treasures included vintage aircraft instruments and a mesmerizing clock. Peter Arnold, affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Spitfire’, dedicated over half a century to amassing historic aircraft relics. After his passing in 2025, a remarkable unfinished Spitfire fuselage went under the hammer for £18,000. This Spitfire F Mk 22 PK519 fuselage featured original components, resting in Arnold’s garage for 20 years. Besides the fuselage, auctioned treasures included vintage aircraft instruments and a mesmerizing clock.
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UK man’s 20-year Spitfire garage project sold for £18,000 after his death
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