1973 Ferrari 365 GTS 4 Daytona Spider By Scaglietti1239337

By Edward Jones –  May 08, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1973 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spid...

Present by RM Sotheby's. Built to do battle with the futuristic, mid-engined Miura, the Ferrari GTB/4 berlinetta was something of a bruiser compared with its indescribably pretty Lamborghini rival—but in open GTS/4 guise, the car that would become coined the 'Daytona' by enthusiasts combined thundering V-12 performance with beautiful design to incredible effect. Announced in 1968, the Leonardo Fioravanti-penned 365 GTB/4 berlinetta served as something of a stopgap before the arrival of the mid-engined Berlinetta Boxer. Built in the front-engined V-12 tradition that had served Maranello so well throughout the 1960s, the model was nicknamed 'Daytona' in celebration of the firm’s clean sweep at the 1967 25 Hours of Daytona—a moniker that has stuck fast, even if it was never officially sanctioned by Enzo Ferrari. Powerful and muscular in tin-top trim, the 4.3-liter dual-overhead cam Daytona was transformed in 1969 with the arrival of the striking GTS/4 Spider, which wowed crowds as the curtain fell at that year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The final front-engined open-top Ferrari to house a derivation of the firm’s legendary short-block Colombo V-12, the Daytona Spider took all that was great from the berlinetta’s design and added not only the allure of wind-in-your-hair motoring, but also exclusivity, with only 122 highly prized examples ever leaving the workshops at Maranello. Chassis “16839” is the 90th example of that 122-car cohort, and the 65th of 96 examples that were destined to be sold in the United States. Finished in Giallo Fly over Pelle Nera Vaumol leather, the car is thought to be one of just 16 U.S. examples to feature the classic combination, with air conditioning and a desirable Becker radio adding to the Daytona’s appeal. Records show that chassis “16839” was completed at the factory in March 1973, after which it traveled to the U.S.A. and into the showroom of William Harrah’s Modern Classic Motors in Reno, Nevada. Bought new by Dearborn, Michigan resident James Nute, the Daytona was soon on the show field, turning out at the 12th Annual FCA Meet at Stone Mountain Park, Georgia in May 1974. After two years of ownership, the car was sold to Atlanta-based dealer Jim Southard, passing through the hands of a further two dealers before finding a home with Fred Johl in 1978. Fred Johl registered the Ferrari in California with registration plates bearing his nickname, “ITZER”, before exporting the car to his native Germany, where it took part in the Ferrari Owners’ Club meeting at the Nürburgring in June 1980, and returned to the circuit two years later for the AvD-Oldtimer Grand Prix. In 1986 the Daytona was sold to Kay Bradford of Villanova, Pennsylvania, who enjoyed the car for three years before selling it to Gerald Bowes of Philadelphia, by which point the odometer displayed 29,132 miles. In Mr. Bowes’ care, the Spider was presented at the Sixth Annual Reading Concours d’Elegance, picking up a class win in 1990 before being sold three years later. 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale spyder S/N 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper - @vconceptsllc Gary Schaevitz of Katonah, New York was the lucky purchaser, and he held onto the Ferrari for two years before it passed to Dean Becker, owner of the eponymous beeper company. Chassis “16839” briefly passed through the hands of at least one other U.S. owner before being sold to renowned collector Lord Bamford in April 1999, under whose instruction marque expert Terry Hoyle was commissioned to carry out a full cosmetic restoration that included repainting and reupholstering the car in its correct factory color scheme. Work was also undertaken to convert both coachwork and safety equipment to European specification, which included modifying the headlamps, removing emissions equipment, and adjusting the front and rear bumpers. The air conditioning unit was also replaced with a factory-correct version. In 2006, the Daytona Spider changed hands once more, before being authenticated by Ferrari Classiche (in original U.S. specification) a year later, confirming that all major mechanical components remained intact and original. From then on, the car has lived a cossetted existence, punctuated by a rare outing to the Concorso Italiano in Seaside, California in August 2018. Two months later the Daytona was thoroughly inspected and serviced by Ferrari of Beverly Hills, which replaced air, cabin, and oil filters, along with a flush and refresh of fluids. The consignor purchased this special Ferrari from the same dealership in 2019, after which a further €4,845.84 was lavished on the Daytona in April/May 2019 at Top Motors of Nonantola, Modena. As rare and desirable today as when first unveiled in 1969, the Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider offers everything you could want in a sports car. This car further benefits from a striking and uncommon color combination of Giallo Fly over Pelle Nera, an outstanding level of fit and finish, and—for European buyers—a useful change from U.S. specification. Much prized by owners and collectors, Daytona Spiders are rarely offered for public sale, let alone examples of this quality. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. View Listing

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1953 Ferrari 340 MM Spider by Vignale1244362

By Edward Jones –  May 07, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Spider by Vigna...

Present by RM Sotheby's. The Rise of Lampredi’s Long-Block V-12 As the 1949 Grand Prix season approached, Ferrari found itself challenged by a growing trend in the competition: the use of supercharged small-displacement engines. While these high-revving blown motors had proven to be successful, they required such constant maintenance and were so susceptible to failure that Enzo Ferrari was not convinced of the design’s viability in endurance events. Gioacchino Colombo, Maranello’s chief engineer, was in favor of following this trend, and suggested a supercharged version of his tried-and-true V-12. But junior engineer Aurelio Lampredi had a different idea. He proposed taking advantage of the racing formula by using a naturally aspirated large-displacement engine, and he drew up plans for a completely different architecture that utilized a longer and taller block, single intake porting, and twin ignition. Initially displacing 3.3 liters, this engine found great success in Formula 1 racing, catalyzing Colombo’s exit to Alfa Romeo, and Lampredi’s promotion to Chief Engineer of Ferrari at the ripe age of 30. As history has shown, Enzo Ferrari was a strong proponent of the cross-pollination of different chassis, engines, and bodies, and he was considering a replacement for the 212 Export, the Colombo-powered competition-intended sports car that was primarily marketed to American privateers. The 3.3-litre Lampredi engine, now known as the long-block V-12 in comparison to Colombo’s short-block design, was dropped into chassis number 0030 MT, and the car was entered, with a similar sibling, at the 1950 Mille Miglia. Transmission failures resulted in early retirements for both cars, but the engine showed immense promise. At the Paris Salon in October 1950, Ferrari introduced a 4.1-liter version, which was dubbed the 340 America. Equipped with twin-choke Weber 40 DCF3 carburetors and regular Marelli ST66 ignition distributors, the Lampredi engine could now develop circa 280 horsepower. The 340 America soon found success, winning the 1951 Mille Miglia, and it proved to be very competitive in SCCA races in the United States. Despite the 340 America’s potential, however, success at Le Mans remained elusive, and Ferrari sought to build a more powerful successor to defend a victory by a 250 Sport in the 1952 Mille Miglia. 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale Spyder SN 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper @vconceptsllc 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale spyder S/N 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper - @vconceptsllc To address these concerns, in early 1953 Maranello introduced the 340 MM, which soon proved to be a dominating force throughout the racing season. Modifications included increasing the wheelbase from 2,420 mm to 2,500 mm, and mounting wider wheels that now measured 6 inches in front and 7 inches at the rear (compared to the America’s respective 5.5- and 6-inch-wide dimensions). Mechanically, the Lampredi engine was updated with lighter conrods and triple Weber four-choke carburetors, discarding the America’s twin-choke units. The prior car’s distributors was now replaced by magneto, and in combination with improved compression and the removal of the exhaust mufflers the engine now developed approximately 30 horsepower more than the America’s (a power boost that was particularly evident when the revs exceeded 5,000 rpm). With a larger 177-liter fuel tank, compared to the America’s 140-litre tank, the MM was clearly specified to be fiercely competitive in endurance racing events. Ten cars were initially built, seven of which were campaigned by Scuderia Ferrari for the FIA’s new Sports Car Manufacturers’ Championship. Wins at the Mille Miglia, the 24 Hours of Spa, the Nürburgring 1,000 KM, and the Giro di Sicilia were complemented by smaller victories at Silverstone, Montléry, and Seningallia, propelling Ferrari to victory in the 1953 Sports Car Championship. The 4.1-liter Lampredi engine went on to show further potential at the Carrera Panamericana, and was soon developed into 4.5- and 4.9-liter configurations, the latter of which became the basis of the factory’s impressive win at Le Mans in 1954. But Ferrari’s 1953 championship season, powered by the lithe and attractive 340 MM, would be remembered as the engine’s first sustained period of success in sports car racing, making the 340 one of Maranello’s most cherished early sports-racers. Chassis No. 0350 AM For the first 25 years of Ferrari’s life as a car manufacturer, they made a clear distinction for the true racing cars with their chassis numbers. Odd numbers were reserved for road-going or GT cars while even numbers were assigned to Ferrari’s special purpose-built race cars. Even numbers were used on all Scuderia Ferrari sports racers as well as privateer race cars. It was almost exclusively these even-numbered cars which were responsible for building the foundation of Ferrari’s legend on racetracks around the world in the early 1950s, achieving victory in the great races such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Mille Miglia, 12 Hours of Sebring, the Nurburgring 1,000 Km, and others. Further, as one would expect, even-numbered cars are far rarer than the odd-numbered cars, with only circa 480 even-numbered race cars built, compared to over 8,000 odd-numbered cars built in that same period. It is among this elite class of Ferrari sports racers that 0350 AM was born. Boasting initial ownership by one of America’s most renowned sportsmen of the 1950s, this 340 MM is undoubtedly the car that brought the Lampredi-powered Ferrari to the attention of the U.S. market. Chassis number 0350 AM is the last of ten examples built, and one of just four remaining 340 MM Vignale Spiders, a near identical sister car to the 1953 Mille Miglia winning example. 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale spyder S/N 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper - @vconceptsllc The Ferrari was ordered new through Luigi Chinetti by Sterling Edwards, the prominent California-based businessman, aviator, and sports car racer who went on to build his own European-influenced sports car, the Edwards America, and was a founding chairman of the Pebble Beach road races. Mr. Edwards arrived in Europe in September 1953 with his new bride to take delivery of the 340, and he must have been delighted with the car’s unique coachwork treatment. Generally following the form of prior Ferrari barchettas, the Vignale spider featured the coachbuilder’s characteristic triple oval portholes on the front fenders, triangular cooling vents on the rear fenders, a closed hood bulge with five heat-exhaust slots on each side, and outboard headlamps. The arresting coachwork was finished in a two-tone combination of dark blue and white, reportedly in honor of the buyer’s American nationality. After driving his new Ferrari on a whirlwind honeymoon tour that closely approximated the route of the Mille Miglia, Edwards transported the car back to San Francisco and immediately began racing it in a slew of West Coast-based SCCA events. Success was instantaneous, as the 340 won in its debut appearance at the Stead Air Force Base in Reno, Nevada, in October 1953. Victories followed at the Palm Springs event in February 1954, and the 5th Annual Pebble Beach Road Races two months later. Photos from the Del Monte Trophy win went on to appear in numerous esteemed motoring books, and Edwards’ come-from-behind triumph over several American V-8 powered models included a record lap time that was never broken. In June 1954 Edwards placed 2nd at the SCCA Nationals at Golden Gate Park, and two months later he was again victorious at the Seafair event in Seattle, Washington. In Edwards’ final race in 0350 AM at March Air Force Base in November 1954, the car finished 4th overall, concluding a remarkable run of dominating performances that launched him to third place in the 1954 SCCA National C-Class Modified driver standings, trailing only the 4.5 liter 375 MMs of Bill Spear and Jim Kimberly. In 1955 Edwards sold the 340 MM to Jim Pauley, who vented the hood bulge for improved air intake before selling the car to the well-known Hollywood-based dealer and racing driver Ernie McAfee. Shortly thereafter the Ferrari was purchased from McAfee by Tom Bamford of nearby Woodland Hills, and he repainted the body in Rosso. Bamford went on to campaign the car in several races of his own, most notably finishing 2nd overall and 1st in class at the Los Angeles Sports Car Road Races at Hansen Dam in June 1955. Life After Racing In 1958 Bamford sold the Ferrari to Sabu Dastagir, better known simply as Sabu, a onetime Indian child actor who is remembered for his lead roles in such well-regarded 1940s films as Elephant Boy, The Thief of Baghdad, and The Jungle Book. After Sabu died unexpectedly of a heart attack in 1963 at the age of 39, the 340 MM was eventually sold by his estate in 1969 to the partnership of California residents Johnny Johnson and Ernest Mendicki, and the two men retained possession of the potent racecar until 1975, when they sold it to former NART driver Harley Cluxton, the famed proprietor of Grand Touring Cars in Arizona. The Ferrari was purchased a year later by Donald Dethlefsen of Lake Forest, Illinois, and in 1979 he sold the car to Peter Agg, a collector in England. In 1980 the 340 was acquired from Agg by David Cottingham, the well-known Ferrari restorer in Watford, and his DK Engineering set about a full restoration that included refinishing the coachwork in the original factory color scheme of blue and white, re-sealing the hood bulge, and installing a purpose-built racing engine (while the original Lampredi V-12 was stored). Cottingham drove the spider in several vintage racing events, including the Autumn Sprints at Goodwood and the Club Ferrari France meeting at Mas du Clos in late 1981. A few months later the Ferrari became the cover car of the February 1982 issue of Thoroughbred & Classic Cars magazine. 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale spyder S/N 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper - @vconceptsllc 1953 Ferrari 340 MM Vignale spyder S/N 0350 | Photo: Teddy Pieper - @vconceptsllc In 1984 Cottingham sold the 340 MM to Sherman Wolf of Amherst, New Hampshire, an electronics technician and collector who was a major force in the development of the personal pager. After repainting the Ferrari red, Wolf presented the car at four different FCA events, and he went on to retain possession until his passing 28 years later. Wolf also enjoyed the exhilarating spider during extensive vintage touring, including five consecutive appearances at the Mille Miglia Storica between 1986 and 1990, and four runs on the Colorado Grand between 1990 and 2000 (at various points both pop musician J. Geils and automotive journalist and driver Denise McCluggage reportedly served as co-pilots). In 1989 Wolf commissioned DK Engineering to return the coachwork to its beautiful blue over white cosmetic livery, and he also exhibited the car at the famous Ferrari Club of America International Concours in 1994, and at the 2000 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Acquired by the consignor in 2012, the Ferrari was treated to further sympathetic freshening in 2013 including a refinish in Rosso, and it was again presented at Pebble Beach in August 2015 where it won the Phil Hill Cup. Among many other appearances in the automotive press and well-regarded motoring books, the fascinating and significant spider was the subject of a full feature in the June/July 2021 issue of Cavallino magazine by the esteemed writers Alan Boe and Robert Devlin. Chassis number 0350 AM is currently fitted with what is believed to be the original engine block from chassis 0032MT, a very important 1950 Scuderia Ferrari Works sports racer, and is notably accompanied by its original Lampredi V-12 long-block engine, the same motor that captured Sterling Edwards four victories in eight racing appearances from 1953 to 1954. This striking and iconic example of Maranello’s pivotal 1953 championship-winning model offers a rare opportunity for Ferrari collectors to acquire a 300-horsepower Ferrari V-12 Spider for a fraction of the price of its later siblings such as the 375 Plus, 290 MM, 410 Sport and 335 Sport. Being the sister car to the 1953 Mille Miglia winner, 0350 AM is in the same rarified breed as legendary cars such as the 300 SLR. As one of the most successful early Ferraris to campaign in SCCA events, the highly desirable spider is undoubtedly the car that first introduced many American enthusiasts to the brilliance of Aurelio Lampredi’s legendary racing engine. 0350AM’s historical significance, combined with the fact that it is one of only a very few select Ferrari examples that is eligible to all of the most important vintage racing and rally events in the world, make it a crowning addition to any collection, ideal for both display and further touring enjoyment. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. 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1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II1238681

By Edward Jones –  May 06, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1958 BMW 507 Roadster Series II At ...

Present by RM Sotheby's. The North American market was sometimes something of a mystery to European manufacturers, who relied on their local importers to keep them in touch with evolving tastes and new opportunities. Occasionally, these relationships spawned all-new models, such as the Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder. Luigi Chinetti wasn’t alone: in New York, Austrian-born automotive importer Max Hoffman—who had introduced the American public to the likes of Jaguar, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche—hatched a plan for BMW to produce an all-new sports car, at a suggested $5,000 ticket price that would bring in new customers without affecting sales of the cheaper Porsche 356 and more expensive Mercedes-Benz 300 SL. Unveiled in 1955 and entering production just over a year later, the 507 featured a shortened version of BMW’s 501-series chassis, with double wishbone and torsion bar front suspension, a Panhard rod-located live rear axle, and Alfin drum brakes at each corner. At its heart lay a 3.2-litre Type M507/1 engine—a jewel of a V-8 based on that of the 503 GT model that offered an improved 150 horsepower thanks to a higher-lift camshaft, revised ignition timing, and a higher compression ratio. Styling was led by fellow New York resident and close associate of Hoffman, Albrecht von Goertz, who penned an elegant, shark-like open design formed in aluminium and accented with lavish chrome fittings, that was aimed squarely at Sunset Boulevard and the Hollywood set. More boulevardier than racer, performance on paper lagged that of its more expensive Teutonic rival both in terms of acceleration from rest and top speed. Nonetheless a spirited performer, the 507 was capable of reaching 60 mph in around 11 seconds with a top speed of around 125 mph—but it’s the way it delivered that power that made it special. With torque in abundance, the BMW could comfortably outpace the 300 SL from 40-80 mph in top gear. By mid-1957, and after the production of just 34 retrospectively titled Series I cars, the 507 underwent revisions to improve cabin and boot space. In addition to offering greater room for driver, passenger, and their luggage, the Series II featured a re-worked dashboard and a more discretely stowed fabric roof. With the changes came a higher asking price of $10,500—more than double Hoffman’s suggested retail figure. As a result of that eye-watering sum, the BMW 507 would remain one of the most exclusive and elusive sports cars of the era, with just 252 examples being built before production ended just three years after it had begun. Chassis 70140 is a fine example of the more usable Series II 507, completed in 1958 and finished in Graphit before being delivered to Italian BMW concessionaire Allessandro Paolini of Casa dell’ Automobili in Rome on 4 June of that year. Just over 12 months later, on 16 June 1959, the 507 was sold to Professor Luigi Beltrametti, who made good use of the car in the early years of his ownership: a service stamp indicates that the car had covered 5000 km by April 1960. After six years of enjoyment the BMW passed into the hands of Giannantonio Panigoni, leaving his ownership—and into that of close friend Franco Ziliani—for a brief spell between 1967 and 1971. Likely an arrangement of convenience, fascinating correspondence between Panigoni and BMW suggests that the car was still in the Italian’s care in 1970. Evidently an enthusiastic driver and hands-on owner, Panigoni details in his letter a conversion to front disc brakes, while also requesting from BMW a longer-geared 3.42:1 rear axle, a full set of gaskets, plus a workshop manual—though to little avail. Further period correspondence suggests that the car benefitted from the attention of renowned restored Giancarlo Cappa, including a repaint of both body and dashboard in Grigio Anthrazit Metallic: 'I accepted the job because I love the 507,' writes Cappa, 'I thought it would have made me feel gratified.' Today, the 507 presents in wonderful useable condition, with the still smart, refreshed paintwork contrasting beautifully with a patinated red leather interior. This sets the tone for a cabin punctuated with period appointments, including a desirable Becker Brescia radio housed in the larger, more practical Series II dashboard, which benefits from a centrally mounted speaker and relocated passenger grab handle. An email from BMW Classic confirmed that both chassis and engine numbers noted at time of cataloguing match BMW build records, and while body numbers weren’t documented in factory ledgers, the bonnet, boot lid, fuel filler cap, and ultra-desirable aluminium hardtop all feature the same three-digit serial number. A long-term resident of Italy, having remained in the care of Giannantonio Panigoni for more than half a century, this BMW 507 has nonetheless proved well-travelled and has been shared with the public at every opportunity. While in Panigoni’s ownership, the car took part in numerous rallies, highlights including an anniversary tour to mark 50 years of the 507 in September 2005, and an outing to the BMW Festival in Munich in 2016 to celebrate the centenary of the marque. Few 1950s sports cars stir the emotions in quite the same way as a BMW 507, such is its perfectly judged combination of glamour, performance, and style. With celebrity owners ranging from Elvis Presley to Ursula Andress, the 507’s rarity was always a reflection of cost rather than desirability and, as time has gone on, both have continued to increase. Effortlessly chic, highly exclusive and truly usable, a car of such unparalleled provenance as chassis “70410” presents an opportunity not to be missed. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. View Listing

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F111 1

By Edward Jones –  May 05, 2022

Mecum Auctions Offering The Motor City Muscle Collection ...

Presented by Mecum Auctions. Heading to Mecum Auctions' upcoming Indy 2022 event is a collection of classic and iconic American automobiles known as the Motor City Muscle Collection. From a 1972 Dodge Demon GSS to an insanely rare 1969 Dodge Hemi Daytona, there is a lot to discover within this collection. You can see them all down below. For more information regarding the auction, click the button below to visit Mecum's website. Learn More 1 of 22 Hemi Daytona 4-speeds produced in 1969. As a collector car, this 1969 Dodge Hemi Daytona will present a very special opportunity for a new owner to add their name to the Charger Daytona’s notoriety. With one-of-one color optioning, the ultimate driveline package and a lengthy list of deluxe accessories putting it into a class by itself, this Daytona is a chance for collectors to see if they’re Dodge Material. The only COPO L88 known to exist. The Corvette’s racing career spanned several seasons in IMSA, SCCA and SVRA competition, including entries at the world-famous Daytona and Sebring race tracks. Drivers included Charlie Koninsky, Lamar Mann, Rick Thompkins, Buddy Sherk, Sam Fillingham, R.V. Shulnburg and Dave Heinz. Presented in factory-specified Daytona Yellow with period Thompkins Tile Co. racing livery and black upholstery, the Corvette’s honors and accolades are numerous, including Showcase display at the 2007 Chevy Vettefest, display at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green in 2007, induction into the 2009 Bloomington Gold Special Collection and display at the 2009 Carlisle Race Car & Driver’s Reunion. A binder is included with the sale of the Corvette, containing racing history and vintage photos. 1 of 2 1971 Judge Convertibles finished in Tropical Lime. This 1971 Pontiac GTO Judge Convertible is one of just two produced in Tropical Lime paint and is also one of just 17 Judge convertibles built that year. It was the subject of a rotisserie restoration, and it has only been driven test miles since its completion. The GTO is powered by the top-of-the-line 455/335 HP HO 4-barrel V-8 engine, with functional Ram Air feeding into a dual-snorkel air cleaner and exhaling through a dual exhaust system. The HO engine is mated to a Turbo 400 Hydra-Matic transmission. This Judge convertible features variable-ratio power steering and power front disc brakes, along with a power convertible top, and the black bucket-seat interior features the Rally Gauge Cluster with clock, a Delco pushbutton radio, a Custom Sport steering wheel, a console and a floor shifter. The Y96 Ride and Handling Package included here features a rear sway bar, with Soft Ray-tinted windshield, body-colored outside mirrors and 14-inch Honeycomb wheels mounting Goodyear Polyglas G70-14 tires rounding out this 1971 GTO Judge.

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1965 Ferrari 275 GTB By Scaglietti1239688

By Edward Jones –  May 05, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB By Scaglietti ...

Present by RM Sotheby's. By 1963, the popular 250 GT series had been in production for 11 years and was approaching the end of its life cycle. Ferrari’s engineering team sought to replace the 250 series with a new, more luxurious V-12 powered alternative, while maintaining Ferrari’s fine tradition of dual-purpose “berlinetta” models adept on either road or track, which had cemented its tremendous sporting reputation. Renowned British racer, Michael Parkes—at the time a Maranello works driver—participated in considerable testing to assist in the development of Ferrari’s newest berlinetta. The new vehicle would ultimately continue the traditional features that made the preceding berlinetta models so successful; front-engine architecture punctuated with a long front-end and short rear deck. The resulting product was the Ferrari 275 GTB, which made its debut to great acclaim at the 1964 Salon de L’Automobile in Paris. It instantly raised the bar for design and performance in a Ferrari road car. As the “Gran Turismo Berlinetta” nomenclature suggested, the 275 GTB retained the dual-purpose sporting identity of prior Ferrari sports cars, and the elegant new coachwork built by Scaglietti was undoubtedly an extension of the legendary 250 GTO. The 275 was powered by a further enlargement of Gioacchino Colombo’s classic short-block V-12, which now displaced 3,286 cubic centimetres, and produced 296 horsepower. Optimal weight balance was achieved by fitting the gearbox directly to the rear axle, in a rear transaxle design that would become a standard practice in many ensuing Ferrari road cars. It should be noted that the 275 GTB was the first Ferrari road car to feature four-wheel independent suspension, an innovation that eventually took hold across automobile manufacturing as a whole. A year after the 275 GTB’s 1964 debut, a second series was unveiled that featured a longer nose, a modification intended to aid aerodynamic downforce at high speeds. Despite the technical improvements, many enthusiasts prefer the first-series cars’ proportions and purity of design. Early short-nose Series I examples remain the rarest of all iterations of the 275 GTB non-competition cars, with only approximately 250 examples built. CHASSIS NUMBER 06691 This 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB short-nose—chassis number 06691—reached completion at the Maranello factory on 21 January 1965. The car was finished in a beautiful shade of Grigio Argento, with the cabin upholstered in Nero Connolly leather. Destined for Paris, chassis number 06691 was the first 275 GTB imported into France by the famous dealership, Franco Britannic Autos (FBA). Being one of the earliest examples in France, this 275 GTB was used as the control car for the French homologation road test, a document on file titled “Procès verbal de reception” confirms that chassis number 06691 passed the road test on 25 June 1965. In July 1965, this example was used as the press car for the French publication Sport Auto, of which a copy is present on file. Following a busy first six months of its life, the car was then registered by FBA on 13 September 1965, with the license plate “6498 RV 75”. Following its registration, this Ferrari featured in a photoshoot with the famous French singer, Johnny Hallyday. Digital photographs of Hallyday and “6498 RV 75” are on file. Following the photoshoot with Hallyday, FBA sold 06691 to Charles Pozzi on 5 November 1965, prior to him founding his own Ferrari dealership in 1968. By 10 April 1966, this Ferrari 275 GTB had found its second private owner, Paul Faucher, a chemist who resided in Paris and was a close personal friend of Pozzi. Monsieur Faucher retained the car for over two years, before selling to a Monsieur Pardo of Saint Hilaire, Paris—the car was noted as having covered 43,000 km at that point. Monsieur Pardo parted ways with chassis number 06691 on 1 July 1976, when this Ferrari was registered by Alain Garnier of Menneval with the license plate “5837 QT 27”. On 28 December of that year, Mr. Garnier, who was living with Marcelle Lesage—his mother-in-law—decided to change the name on the Carte Grise to hers. It is believed he was contemplating the sale of this Ferrari when he made this decision, which was correct, as Ms. Lesage would be the final French owner of this 275 GTB. On 28 June 1978, the Ferrari was exported from France to Belgium. It is known that the Belgian collector, Vincent Gaye, took ownership of the 275 GTB in August 1979. At this point in the car’s life, the Grigio Argento paintwork was tired and Monsieur Gaye sent his Ferrari to the renowned workshop, Swaters – Garage Francorchamps, where the body was finished in red. At an unknown point in the 1980s, Maurice Harlaux acquired this Ferrari from Gaye and enjoyed the car over several years of ownership. Harlaux sold this example to the current owner on 17 November 1998. IN CURRENT OWNERSHIP At the time of purchase, the consigning owner noted that the transaxle in the car—originally numbered “43”—had been replaced with a unit numbered “58”, most likely when the prop shaft was upgraded with CV joints. In 1998, the car participated in the Liège-Rome-Liège Rally. This would be the first of many historic racing events in which chassis number 06691 would feature. For 1999, the Ferrari was fielded in the 2nd Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique, and that same year from 9 to 14 April, the car was fielded in the Tour Auto. From 2001 to 2006, chassis number 06691 was driven in the Tour Auto, Tour de España Classic, and Tour Auto Lissac.In 2009, this 275 GTB was displayed on a stand at Rétromobile in Paris by its owner alongside the cars of Johnny Hallyday. The consignor decided to return chassis number 06691 to its original color of Grigio Argento, with the work undertaken by Bachelli & Villa of Modena, Italy. Following the return to Grigio Argento, this example was inspected and certified by Ferrari Classiche on 13 February 2019, and is presented with its “Red Book”. The certification by Ferrari has confirmed chassis number 06691 retains its factory-correct color scheme, original chassis and matching-numbers engine. This Ferrari is accompanied by a French ownership history document, Massini Report, and copies of the 1978 attestation, the Procès verbal de reception, the Sport Auto July 1965 road test, spare wheel, and tool kit.To conclude, this 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB has lived an exciting and eventful life. Being such an early French example, its connection with Johnny Hallyday, modern racing history and Ferrari certification, make it an excellent proposition for any Ferrari enthusiast. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. View Listing

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By Edward Jones –  May 04, 2022

Mecum Auctions Offering The Dr. J. Christian and Jennifer...

Presented by Mecum Auctions. Some auto enthusiasts are born in oil—first holding the flashlight for their pops out in the garage and then graduating to turning wrenches alongside him; others were lulled to sleep at night by the rumble of a V-8, with the roar of those high-performance racing engines serving as their lullaby. For Dr. Christian McCarter, it was a little bit of both scenarios that ultimately fueled his passion for cars—specifically for cars of the high-performance, rare variety from the Ford stables. Having amassed a collection of just such vehicles over the years, McCarter is now ready to part with a selection of them this spring, with a truly impressive variety slated to join the lineup at Dana Mecum’s 35th Original Spring Classic. Below are just two of the incredible lots being offered up in the collection. McCarter’s selection headed to Indy is a desirable group consisting of both new and old performance-oriented vehicles that are certain to catch the attention of like-minded enthusiasts, and with all of these fine Fords and more having long-lived under his care, they'll present an enticing opportunity for other dedicated collectors when they cross the block this May. See The Collection 2019 Ford GT Carbon Series Protected by film and ceramic coating, it is finished in Shadow Black with Silver accents and features the optional carbon fiber wheels with titanium lug nuts and ceramic coating protection. Inside, the Black interior sports Sparco carbon-fiber racing seats with 6-point harnesses, an F1-styled Alcantara steering wheel with Silver stitching and tilt/telescopic column, 10.1-inch digital instrument cluster and 6.5-inch touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and Sync 3 infotainment system and the matte carbon trim unique to the Carbon Series. An intoxicating blend of beauty, performance and exclusivity, this Carbon Series is arguably the ultimate iteration of the second-generation Ford GT. 2020 Ford GT MKII Car No. 12 of the 45-car Ford GT MkII production batch, this electrifying, track-only GT MkII is not subject to the Ford two-year resale restriction period applicable to the “tamer” street model. Offered with 332 miles and less than 8 hours of usage, this MkII features the unbridled, twin-turbocharged, 3.5L/700 HP EcoBoost engine delivering the GT’s true potential and not limited to the rules and regulations of racing sanctioning bodies. Visually stunning in its white exterior finish, and protected by film and ceramic coating, the GT MkII features a purposeful black interior with Sparco driver and optional passenger seats with six-point harnesses, a cooling system for driver and passenger, an in-car communication system and a MoTeC data acquisition unit with a rear display camera, all of which is packed within an FIA-compliant roll cage structure.

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By Edward Jones –  May 04, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS By Pininfarina...

Present by RM Sotheby's. Ferrari announced the launch of the 275 series in October 1964 at the Salon de L’Automobile in Paris. The series consisted of a hard-top berlinetta, dubbed the “GTB”, and cabriolet spider, from which the GTS takes its name. Both bodies were designed by Pininfarina. While the chassis and engines for the two models were essentially identical, the similarities ended there. The GTB body was fabricated by Maranello’s preferred competition coachbuilder Scaglietti, while the more luxuriously appointed GTS was constructed at Pininfarina’s Grugliasco factory. The Ferrari 275 GTS was completely different in appearance and proportions to its closed-roof sibling, while the cabriolet car was constructed of steel with aluminum bonnet, boot lit, and doors. Uncovered headlamps, triple-louvered wings, a tapered rear end, and standard Borrani wire wheels were the spider’s key visual identifiers, and those features were eventually carried over to the 330 and 365 GTS variants that followed. Just 200 examples of the 275 GTS were built over an 18-month production period, according to the Ferrari expert Marcel Massini, making the model far rarer than the 275 GTB, of which over twice the amount were made. Prized by Ferrari enthusiasts today as the luxurious grand touring expression of the celebrated 3.3-litre Colombo platform, the 275 GTS has evolved into one of the era’s most collectible open-top Ferraris. Chassis Number 06963 Completed on 2 April 1965, this Ferrari 275 GTS was destined for Vienna, Austria, and arrived at the facility of the Austrian Ferrari importer, Wolfgang Denzel, that month. This car’s Pininfarina-styled body was finished in the striking color of Grigio Argento, with the interior upholstered in Rosso Connolly leather. Following its arrival in Vienna, this GTS was tested by the Viennese authorities and was declared fit for use on the roads on 30 June 1965. A photograph of the car following the test is available on file, and contained in a historic Vienna registration document. Later that year, Denzel sold chassis number 06963 to its first owner, Mr. Jirschik in Vienna, who registered this Ferrari 275 GTS on 19 January 1966, with the Vienna license plate “W 663.218”. After three-and-a-half years of ownership, this Ferrari was sold to its second owner, Mr. Dietmar Seidl in Vienna, on 16 October 1969. He registered the car on the license plate “W 664.780”. On 14 April 1971, the Ferrari entered the care of its third owner, Mr. Josef Hascher, in Vienna, who re-registered the car on the license plate “W 48.756”. Just over 12 months later, this 275 GTS was sold by Mr. Hascher to a Mr. Franz Schiefthaler, an architect from Linz, Austria, who became the fourth owner. Mr. Schiefthaler unknowingly became the longest custodian of this Ferrari, enjoying the car for 30 years. Copies of a historic Vienna registration document show stamps indicating Mr. Schiefthaler was in possession of the car from 3 June 1972, when he re-registered this Ferrari on the Linz license plate “L 81.633”. As can be seen in this document, Mr. Schiefthaler moved address and updated the license plate on 25 April 1984 to “L 3363”. He continued to use this 275 GTS as shown by notarised stamps in 1993 and 1998. At some point during his ownership, he decided to have this rare Ferrari spider restored, electing to change color scheme to Rosso paintwork over a Nero leather interior. Mr Schiefthaler had the Austrian license plates and registration canceled in 2002, ending his 30-year tenure with chassis number 06963. In March 2004, this Ferrari 275 GTS was sold via an Austrian and German dealer to the fifth owner, Mr. Stefan Schrörghuber, who registered the car in Germany on 15 June 2004. At some point during his ownership, Mr. Schrörghuber set about a course of restorative work for this Ferrari. While undergoing a comprehensive restoration, this 275 GTS was resprayed in the color of Argento, yet retained the Nero leather interior fitted during previous ownership. Upon his passing in 2008, chassis number 06963 was sold to its sixth owner, residing in Germany. After two years of residing in Munich, this Ferrari 275 GTS was sold to its seventh and current owner on 14 March 2011, who immediately purchased a set of Borrani wire wheels and Michelin XWX tires. In Current Ownership This excellent example was “Red Book”-certified by Ferrari Classiche on 15 February 2012, stating that this Ferrari retains its matching-numbers chassis and engine. This 275 GTS was registered in Denmark on 13 August 2013 by the current owner, and in April 2016 Autocentre Gråsten repaired the starter motor, replaced the fuel pump, and fuel filter. In May that year, Classic Sports Car of Stige, changed the spark plugs, fuel hose and fuel filter. In late 2019, the same workshop carried out an oil and filter service, replacing the sump plug. Additionally, they replaced the shock absorber bushes, as well as the front and rear anti-roll bar bushes. The most recent work was carried out on 22 April 2021, with the blower motor replaced, coolant flushed, and a new gasket installed on the radiator cap. During the current ownership period, accumulated invoices exceed €15,000, highlighting the care and attention the consigning owner has bestowed on this stunning Ferrari 275 GTS. Today chassis number 06963 is accompanied by its bill of sale from 2011, Ferrari Classiche “Red Book”, report by marque expert Marcel Massini, reproduction 275 GTS manual, historic Vienna registration document, and numerous restoration photographs showing before, during and after the process. This 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS provides a tempting opportunity to acquire a rare and highly sought after open-top Prancing Horse. With its stunning color combination, comprehensive ownership history, paperwork, and Ferrari Classiche certification, this example is prime for enjoyment by its next owner. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. View Listing

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By Tyler Rampersaud –  May 03, 2022

Barrett-Jackson Is Selling KISS Guitarist Paul Stanley's ...

The Barrett-Jackson’s Las Vegas Auction’s cars aren’t the only rockstars involved. Barrett-Jackson’s auctions are known for having celebrity cars, and the auction house’s upcoming Las Vegas sale is no exception. Crossing the block in Sin City will be a very special Corvette owned by a bonafide rockstar. That Corvette is the factory-customized VIN 001 2022 Corvette C8 Convertible, and its owner is the frontman of KISS and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member Paul Stanley. The car is a rockstar in itself, with its incredible mid-mounted 6.2-liter V8 with speed and dynamics the Corvette has never known before. MUST READ: Mecum Auctions Offering The German Prime Collection at Indy 2022 The owner, however, makes the car much more of a spectacle. Stanley is selling a signed Ibanez PS120 Paul Stanley Signature guitar with the car, making this Corvette the perfect pair for anyone who wants an iconic car and an iconic guitar with a Rock & Roll legend behind them. The auction will go from June 30 to July 2 at the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Source: Barrett-Jackson

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By Edward Jones –  May 03, 2022

Mecum Auctions Offering The German Prime Collection at In...

Presented by Mecum Auctions. Heading to Mecum Auctions' upcoming Indy 2022 event is a wonderful selection of vehicles being called The German Prime Collection. Within this collection are German automobiles that feature low mileage, limited production numbers and are highly optioned out. Essentially, each of these vehicles ticks off all of the boxes that collectors look for. You can see them all down below. For more information regarding the auction, click the button below to visit Mecum's website. Learn More 2015 Ruf RT12 R This 2015 RUF RT12 R is the Porsche 911 as only legendary Porsche wizard Alois Ruf can conjure the Stuttgart missile. Presented in splendid as-new condition at 276 miles, this car will have special meaning to Porschephiles who recall the car that cemented RUF’s well-earned reputation for producing some of the world’s fastest, most exclusive automobiles: the record-breaking Yellowbird. Like that legendary 200 MPH rocket sled, the RT12 R may deceive with what first appears to be the body and wheel/tire upgrades not uncommon to 911 variants, but this is much more. More than a tuner, RUF is a manufacturer that takes Porsche body shells and fills them out with the stuff of dreams.  2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Offered with only 3,300 accumulated miles at the time of writing, this 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is highly equipped with the optional $9,900 red and black interior treatment and optional red and black steering wheel—an $800 extra-cost item. The Lysholm twin-screw supercharged 5.4L engine delivers its massive 617 HP output via an AMG Speedshift R automatic transmission. The advanced Stability Control System enhances the drive and 4-wheel carbon-ceramic disc brakes with red calipers deliver ample stopping power. Amenities include dual-zone air conditioning and a competition-inspired pushbutton starter button integrated into the shifter. Gullwing-style doors, an adaptable rear spoiler, abbreviated side-pipe exhaust system, turbine-style wheels and Michelin Pilot Sport tires complete this awesome modern supercar. 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Offered with just 32 miles and still retaining the factory-affixed protective interior plastic covers, this example is one of just 1,700 produced for 2021. Carrying a $325,000 basic MSRP and more than $21,000 in select factory options, this AMG GT Black Series features visually stunning AMG Magnabeam paint, a $9,900 option alone. Massive, yet usable, power is delivered by a hand-crafted AMG Biturbo 4.0L V-8 engine rated at 720 HP and 590 lb-ft of torque, mated to a race-derived AMG Speedshift DSC 7-speed automatic transmission. Cutting-edge features including Eco start/stop and AMG Dynamic Select provide uncanny all-around sophistication, with exceptional road holding delivered by a forged dual-wishbone front and rear suspension system. 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S Edition 1 Offered with just 190 miles at the time of writing, this 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S Edition 1 features AMG’s potent Bi-Turbo 4.0L engine with 503 HP and 470 lb-ft of torque and AMG 7-speed Speedshift DCT transmission. Performance and driving dynamics are brilliant with the AMG dynamic performance exhaust system and AMG adaptive sport suspension. Finished in Selenite Gray with the Anthracite leather and microsuede interior featuring contrasting red accents, this Edition 1 features AMG exterior night styling and an active rear wing. The vehicle’s staggering performance envelope includes race-derived stopping power with AMG carbon-ceramic brakes including 15.4-inch front and 14.2-inch rear discs behind exclusive staggered-diameter, split 5-spoke AMG wheels mounting Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. Marking one of the finest expressions of AMG and Mercedes’ collective wizardry, this 2016 AMG GT S Edition 1 is one of today’s ultimate supercars on all counts.

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By Edward Jones –  May 03, 2022

RM Sotheby’s to Offer 1971 Lamborghini Miura SV At Monaco...

Present by RM Sotheby's. When first unveiled at the 1966 Geneva Salon, the Lamborghini Miura P400’s impact was nothing short of extraordinary. It looked like no other car on the road and marked a paradigm shift in the design of high-performance cars, with sensuous lines dictated by the placement of its engine, mounted transversely behind the passenger compartment. Marcello Gandini penned the gorgeous design at the age of 27, and it encapsulated the youthful spirit of the age. The car was beautifully styled throughout with intricate details, such as the shape of the doors, which were supposedly modeled off the horns of a raging bull. To many, the Miura boasted the perfect automotive silhouette, equally sensual and muscular. As perhaps the first true supercar the world had ever seen, the Miura’s performance matched its looks. The final iteration of the Miura, the P400SV, featured numerous improvements over the already spectacular P400S that came before it. The front structure of the chassis was strengthened, while the rear suspension was revised to improve handling along with wider rear wheels. In addition, the cylinder heads received larger inlet valves and the triple-choke downdraught Webers incorporated larger jets and venturis. The most noticeable changes to the SV were cosmetic with a large rear body clam for the increased track, along with different rear lights and deletion of the headlamp eyelashes; all of these changes resulted in a Miura that now balanced beauty and aggression in perfect measure for a far more purposeful supercar. CHASSIS NUMBER 4884: THE FIRST AMERICAN SV Lamborghini built just 21 examples of the Miura SV specifically for the United States market. All these cars carried subtle differences to normal SVs in order to meet federal regulations including reflective side markers, regulation-colored indicators, wing-less octagonal center wheel nuts, while the interior featured three-point seatbelts and different warning lights. In addition, the first eight cars imported to the U.S. featured 200-mph speedometers and single-sump oil system, unlike the later 13 that received 190-mph speedometers and split-sump lubrication. Meeting EPA emissions regulations was the hardest part, and this fell to newly appointed importer Alberto Pedretti of Modena Racing Company Inc. of New York. This Miura SV, chassis number 4884, was originally invoiced to Bob Estes, the importer whom Lamborghini were falling out with due to the irregular supply of cars; the pro-forma invoice notes that many of the U.S.-spec options, importantly including air conditioning and ‘air pump’ which would be key to meeting the EPAs requirements. In addition, the invoice confirms the Rosso Corsa over Bleu colors. By June 1971, Lamborghini had reassigned chassis 4884 to Alberto Pedretti and it was finally delivered on 18 June. Before leaving for America, Peter Coltrin found the time to shoot 4884, a photographer whose work of cars produced by manufacturers in Emilia-Romagna would prove legendary; these shots would also be used for Lamborghini publicity materials and the SV brochure. Upon arriving on the East Coast, Alberto Pedretti took chassis 4884 up to Ann Habour, Michigan for EPA testing. Pedretti, an automotive engineer by trade, had previously been to Sant’Agata to help develop the air pump system for venting vapor to a carbon canister. After 10 days of adjustments and testing with the “sperimentale” engine, as described by Pedretti, this car finally passed and the SV had officially landed in the U.S.A. Pedretti applied a Modena Racing Co., Inc. sticker to the rear and set about selling SVs to America with an appearance with 4884 at the 1971 Boston Auto Show for the SV’s debut. Following the show, this Miura was sold to its first owner, Jack Robinson of Goddard, Kansas, who is said to have regularly tested the Miura SV’s performance on the flat Kansas terrain and reportedly drove it to the Bonneville Salt Flats. In 1977, Astro Motors, of Topeka, sold the car on Robinson’s behalf to Dr. Alan Brown of Savannah, Georgia, with mileage being confirmed as 12,275 miles. Shortly after taking ownership, Dr. Brown wrote a letter to Automobili Lamborghini SpA, the response to which confirmed that chassis number 4884 was indeed the first U.S.A. homologation SV sent over to obtain type-certification. Upon Dr. Brown’s untimely passing in 2005, the car was purchased by Miura enthusiast Joe Sackey with an odometer reading of 19,548 miles. He then sent it to Miura restorer Gary Bobileff of San Diego, California, for a complete and thorough restoration to factory specification, down to the sourcing of correct Bertone seat material. Following its concours-quality restoration, chassis number 4884 won first in class at the 2006 Concorso Italiano. Sackey chose chassis number 4884 as the cover car for The Lamborghini Miura Bible upon its publication in 2008, and devoted an entire chapter to his pursuit, acquisition, and restoration of this significant SV. In 2007, the car was featured in the 25th-anniversary issue of Classic and Sports Car magazine. It also appeared earlier on the cover of the famous Lamborghini Miura by Peter Coltrin and Jean-Francois Marchet. Under current ownership since 2015, the car was imported into Germany via the United Kingdom and has benefitted from thorough cosmetic and mechanical reconditioning in 2017 by Lambowerkstatt of Seewald-Erzgrube. Invoices on file for this work total in excess of €170,000. This included dismantling, stripping, dry-ice cleaning and repainting the body, applying body-cavity protection, sound deadening, and underbody sealant, refurbishing the wheels and wheel nuts, and mounting new tires and suspension struts. In addition, the engine was disassembled and refurbished with new bearings, cylinder liners, valve guides, timing chains, gudgeon pins, air trumpets and piston rings. The carburetors, alternator, oil pump, and water pump were also overhauled, and the belts, seals, and air-conditioning compressor replaced. The transmission was refurbished with a new clutch, bearings and synchronizers, the differential was overhauled, and the powertrain was converted to separate sumps for the engine and transmission. Bidders should note that the car has been used only lightly since this work took place, and so it is recommended that the engine is serviced and run in prior to regular usage. Various electrical components were also replaced, as was the turn-signal glass, header tank, and loudspeakers. More recently, an RM Sotheby’s Specialist has inspected this Miura and we can confirm that many of its original body number stampings are present, and the odometer displays 21,069 miles at the time of cataloging. Powered by its original “sperimentale” engine and expertly restored to factory specifications, this first U.S.-delivery Miura SV is historically significant and remarkably authentic, instantly recognizable to Lamborghini aficionados. This vehicle will be offered at RM Sotheby’s 6th biennial Monaco sale, taking place alongside the legendary Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, on 14 May 2022. Held at the glamorous Grimaldi Forum, RM Sotheby’s will offer some of the world’s finest cars in this can’t-miss event. View Listing

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