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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 11, 2025

Broad Arrow’s Amelia Auction Hits $61.7M With An Iconic F...

Amelia brings outs the best. Broad Arrow's 2025 Amelia Auction made waves in the collector car world with an impressive $61.7 million in total sales, celebrating another strong showing for the annual event. With 88 percent of the lots sold, the auction kept bidders excited throughout the weekend. The standout sale was a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione, which sold for a jaw-dropping $9,465,000 after an intense bidding battle. This rare aluminum-bodied model, one of just eight built, carries a rich racing history that includes a podium finish at the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans. The packed auction room buzzed with energy as bidders competed for top-tier collectibles, and the event even drew over 15,000 online viewers following the action live. Top 10 Sales 1. Lot 234 - 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione - $9,465,000 2. Lot 225 - 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV - $4,460,000 3. Lot 278 - 1954 Jaguar D-Type "OKV 2" Works Competition - $4,295,000 4. Lot 266 - 1990 Ferrari F40 - $3,665,000 5. Lot 245 - 2018 Pagani Huayra Roadster - $3,415,000 6. Lot 121 - 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder - $2,315,000 7. Lot 274 - 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster - $2,122,500 8. Lot 127 - 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra - $1,242,500 9. Lot 271 - 1935 Auburn 851 Super-Charged "Boattail" Speedster - $1,011,500 10. Lot 139 - 2019 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ 63 - $967,500 Beyond the big Ferrari sale, several other special cars crossed the block. A 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV sold for $4,460,000, turning plenty of heads along the way. A sleek 2018 Pagani Huayra Roadster also made a splash, landing a final bid of $3,415,000. Even a Classic-Era Auburn 851 Super-Charged "Boattail" Speedster joined the million-dollar club with a sale price of $1,011,500. Next up for Broad Arrow is the Porsche Air|Water Auction on April 26 in Costa Mesa, California. The one-day event will feature a curated selection of around 50 Porsches along with unique Porsche memorabilia. Source: Andrew Miterko / Courtesy of Broad Arrow Auctions

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By Jordan Aquistapace – March 06, 2025

RM Sotheby’s Miami Auction At ModaMiami Closes With $74.5...

Marking the end of an exciting weekend and a historic series of record-breaking auctions. RM Sotheby's wrapped up a thrilling weekend appearance in Miami, closing its ModaMiami auction with an impressive $74.5 million in total sales. The event brought together car enthusiasts, collectors, and industry insiders for a few days of high-energy bidding featuring some of the most exclusive collector cars on the planet. This weekend also concluded an unforgettable auction series, including the sale of 11 legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum cars. Showstoppers like the 1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen, which sold for $55,195,477, and the 1965 Le Mans-winning Ferrari 250 LM, bringing $37,633,045, helped make this one for the record books. Top 10 Auction Sales 1) 1966 Ford GT40 Mk II | $13,205,0002) 1908 Mercedes 17.3-Liter 150 HP 'Brookland' Semmering Rennwagen | $8,255,0003)1957 Chevrolet Corvette SS Project XP-64 | $7,705,0004) 1996 Ferrari F50 | $5,532,5005) 1988 Porsche 959 Sport | Sold After Auction6) 1931 Duesenberg Model J 'Disappearing Top' Convertible Coupe by Murphy | $3,850,0007)1991 Ferrari F40 | $3,580,0008) 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Cabriolet A by Sindelfingen | $2,920,0009) 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa | $2,865,00010) 1961 Ferrari 400 Superamerica SWB Coupe Aerodinamico by Pininfarina | $2,850,000 The Miami auction proved better to be a celebration of car culture in a city known for its impact on automotive history. From vintage classics to modern supercars, the lineup had something for everyone, drawing strong bids from all over the world. With the South Florida sun shining and a crowd of passionate collectors, the atmosphere felt more like a Concours than just another auction. Now, RM Sotheby's is gearing up for Monterey Car Week, one of the biggest events on the auction calendar. After the excitement in Miami and the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum sales, all eyes are on Monterey to see what's next. View all RM Sotheby's inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All RM Sotheby's Inventory

A sleek red Ferrari F50 sports car with a convertible top is parked indoors, featuring a shiny exterior and stylish rims, ready to dazzle at RM Sotheby's Miami auction and potentially set a world record price.

By Jordan Aquistapace – March 03, 2025

1996 Ferrari F50 Sets A New World Record Price At RM Soth...

The Ferrari F50 lives on. Finally receiving the proper attention it deserves as one of Maranello's most coveted creations, the Ferrari F50 has continued to skyrocket in value, with recent sales reaching well past the $4 million mark. Manufactured from 1995 to 1997 with an original $450,000 MSRP as one of Ferrari's limited production cars, the F50 aged like a fine wine with only 349 examples produced worldwide. And in taking a pressured position as the successor to the F40 and the predecessor to the Enzo, it took some time before the F50 paved its own lane into the collector car market. Today, the legendary Ferrari F50 is making waves in the collector car world as RM Sotheby's announced a new record-breaking sale during its Miami auction event at ModaMiami. Darin Schnable/RM Sotheby's In a packed room full of anticipated collectors looking to score some of the most prestigious automotive examples, the Ferrari F50 (#154 of 349) appeared on the auction display for an intense few minutes of bidding. After quickly climbing well past the $4 million mark and into the $5 million range, the Ferrari F50 was sold to its new owner for a record-breaking $5,532,500. The massive auction sale outperformed the previous record-holding 1995 example sold at RM Sotheby's Monterey Car Week 2024 event for $5,505,000. Darin Schnable/RM Sotheby's Chassis number 105768 is the 154th example built, and it was completed by the factory in June 1996, finished in Rosso Corsa paint over a Nero interior with Rosso seat bolsters. The European spec was owned by a Monaco-based racecar driver and collector for over 16 years, showcasing its showroom quality with only 2,174 km (1,351 miles) on the odometer. The F50 became certified in 2013 with a Ferrari Classiche Red Book that authenticates the matching-number engine, transaxle, and body, which provides added value for collectors in search of a pristine example. Imported to the US in the early 2020s, this factory-original Ferrari F50 also comes with owner's manuals, fitted luggage, a toolkit, and the removable hardtop in the proper factory-issued flight case as a complete delivery set. Setting the mark for future sales, we can't wait to see the next record-breaking Ferrari F50 sale soon. View all RM Sotheby's inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by RM Sotheby's (@rmsothebys) Source: RM Sotheby's

A sleek black Ford GT sports car with a low, aerodynamic design, large wheels, and a rear spoiler is parked in a white studio setting. The Liquid Carbon Edition subtly flaunts ghosted stripes that add an extra layer of intrigue to its flawless finish.

By Charles Bradley – February 24, 2025

Stunning Ford GT Liquid Carbon Edition With “Ghosted Stri...

This 2021 Ford GT Liquid Carbon Edition is one of just 30 examples ever produced, with only five built per model year, making it one of the rarest and most exclusive iterations of Ford’s flagship supercar. An extra special example of this car is now available for to buy via auction with Sotheby’s Motorsport, from the workshops of Graham Rahal Performance in Indianapolis. It features a specially designed Liquid Carbon exterior, a finish that exposes the car’s carbon-fiber bodywork beneath clear coat, complemented by even rarer Shadow Black overtop stripes, a feature found on only a handful of the 30 examples. “We now have four or five Ford GTs here at our location, which is a little atypical for us,” said Rahal on Instgram. “This particular example, we've actually sold one or two of these before. Now, there's only 30 supposedly in the world, five per model year. This particular example is quite unique, though. “I have not seen, and I'm sure there is, but I have not seen another example that has ghosted stripes on them. Typically, the variations that you see on the liquid carbon cars is the mirror colors tend to be a little bit different – voodoo blue, some are red, etc. “This one also has the dark blue interior option, so we see a really cool contrast between the carbon, between the stripes, the interior, got the bright blue calipers and of course the matte finished wheels. This has 52 miles, basically delivery miles. “We are really, really pumped to have this car here at GRP.” This edition commanded a base price approximately $250,000 higher than a standard GT, underscoring its exclusivity and advanced construction. Beneath its sculpted body, a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 generates 660 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque, channeled to the rear wheels via a Getrag seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Ford’s motorsport-derived aerodynamics include a retractable active rear wing, a large rear diffuser, and sculpted buttress air ducts for enhanced cooling and stability, while a lightweight Gorilla Glass windshield and butterfly doors add to the GT’s cutting-edge design. The auction ends on Thursday at 17:30 EST, with the lastest bid of just below $1 million at the time of writing. View listing

A vintage yellow motorcycle is on display at a Mecum Auction in Las Vegas. The asking price is $1,200,000. Four people stand nearby, admiring the standout piece of this exclusive motorcycle auction.

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 07, 2025

Mecum Auctions' Holds Highest-Grossing Motorcycle Auction...

This collection of bikes brought out the highest bidders. When enthusiasts think of collector-gade vehicles that carry incredible prices at auction, exotic cars typically come to mind. However, as Mecum Auctions recently proved, their two-wheeled cousins can prove to be just as coveted and desirable when crossing the block. At Mecum’s 34th Annual Vintage & Antique Motorcycle Auction in Las Vegas, the prices that bikes sold for made the sale the highest-grossing motorcycle auction ever held. That isn’t the only record that was broken at the $27.2 million sale, however, with the auction also facilitating the most valuable motorcycle ever sold at a public auction and the first motorcycle to sell at a public auction for over $1 million. Other motorcycles broke records with their six-figure sales, as well, with over 35 motorcycles going for six-figure prices. The star of the show, however, is the record-breaking 1915 Cyclone V-Twin, which sold for $1.32 million after spirited bidding and breaking several records while it did. It was followed by other highlights like the 1938 Crocker Twin that sold for $880,000. That price made it the most valuable Crocker ever sold at a public auction, and one of the top five most valuable motorcycles ever sold at a public auction. Motorcycles from several different decades were sold at the auction, but examples from the first half of the 20th century and earlier took most of the top 10 spots, besides the fifth-highest valued lot, a 1974 Ducati 750SS that sold for $198,000. Showcasing very early motorcycle history was the tenth-highest valued lot, an 1898 De Dion-Bouton Tricycle that achieved a price of $165,000. Showcasing history and highly coveted motorcycles, the 2025 Mecum Vintage & Antique Motorcycle Auction in Las Vegas was a truly captivating sale. View All Luxury & Exotic Cars For Sale Image Source: Mecum Auctions

A Koenigsegg Regera is parked outside a modern building with white garage doors and lush plants nearby, showcasing its extreme car design in striking red and black.

By Charles Bradley – February 06, 2025

One of the Most Extreme Koenigsegg Regeras Ever Built Hit...

A rare opportunity has emerged for hypercar collectors, as one of the most highly optioned Koenigsegg Regeras has just been listed for auction on Sotheby’s Motorsport. Owned by well-known Northern California collector Jeff Miller, this 2019 Regera stands out as one of just five examples featuring both the Ghost Package and Performance Package, making it an exceptionally rare specification. The Koenigsegg Regera is already one of the most extreme hypercars ever produced. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.0-liter V8 paired with three electric motors, it produces a staggering 1,757 horsepower. Unlike traditional gearboxes, the Regera features Koenigsegg’s Direct Drive system, providing seamless acceleration from zero to over 250 mph with relentless force. This particular example is lavishly optioned, pushing its exclusivity even further. The Ghost Package enhances the car’s aerodynamics with additional carbon-fiber elements, improving downforce for high-speed stability. Meanwhile, the Performance Package unlocks even more aggressive tuning, making it one of the fastest and most capable Regeras ever built and adding over 250 horsepower. With low miles and an extensive option list, this Regera is expected to draw significant interest from collectors. Experts estimate it could fetch between $2.7 and $3 million, reflecting its rarity and pristine condition. As Koenigsegg continues pushing boundaries with new models, highly-specced Regeras like this are increasingly desirable, cementing their status as blue-chip hypercar investments. This sale represents more than just an opportunity to own an ultra-rare Koenigsegg—it’s a chance to acquire one of the most extreme road-going machines ever conceived. Bidding is now open on Sotheby’s Motorsport, and for the right buyer, this Regera promises to be the ultimate addition to any world-class collection. View Auction Listing

Black custom race truck with Ford branding, white wheels, and sponsors' logos including Toyo Tires and Monster Energy, showcased indoors at the Scottsdale Auction by Barrett-Jackson, with people in the background.

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 28, 2025

Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Auction Achieves $198M Sales

Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale Auction starts the new year off strong. Barrett-Jackson kicked off 2025 in style with its highly-anticipated Scottsdale Auction, pulling in over $198 million in total sales from 2,013 vehicles, all offered at no reserve. The event helped conclude Arizona Car Week and its fuel-driven festivities, making it a full-blown automotive experience for all in attendance. The week featured a star-studded concert headlined by Sammy Hagar, family-friendly activities like STEM Fest, and record-breaking live TV coverage on the HISTORY Channel. The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 VIN 001 stole the show, selling for $3.7 million to lead the $6.2 million raised for charity. Automobilia collectors had plenty to bid on too, with nearly 1,000 pieces fetching over $5.2 million, including a rare Texaco gas pump that sold for $102,000. Top 10 Auction Vehicles That Sold: 2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster (Lot 1403) - $2,200,000 2014 Pagani Huayra (Lot 1385) - $1,925,000 2020 Ford GT Liquid Carbon Special Edition (Lot 1398) - $1,760,000 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort (Lot 1381) - $1,457,500 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe (Lot 1406) - $1,402,500 2019 Ford GT (Lot 1369.1) - $1,210,000 2022 Ford GT (Lot 1384.1) - $1,100,000 1977 Ford F-150 Custom Pickup “Hoonitruck" (Lot 1365) - $990,000 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Split-Window Coupe (Lot 1368) - $990,000 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Convertible (Lot 1367) - $935,000 From resto-mods to rare supercars like the 2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster, which sold for $2.2 million, the auction offered something for everyone. Celebrities like Mike Rowe, Drew Brees, and Reggie Jackson even made appearances, mingling with bidders and car enthusiasts. Barrett-Jackson proved once again why it’s such a key part of the collector car world, combining high-energy auctions with some of the rarest cars in the world. With stops in Palm Beach and Scottsdale later this year, the momentum shows no signs of slowing down. View All Barrett-Jackson Inventory Source: Barrett-Jackson

A sleek black Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is displayed on a stage at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale, surrounded by people taking photos and admiring it.

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 27, 2025

2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 VIN 001 Sells For $3.7 Millio...

Just a tad over its $174,995 starting price. Of all the auction events on Barrett-Jackson's calendar throughout the year, Scottsdale stands out as the pinnacle among serious car collectors and passionate enthusiasts. From massive seven-figure sales to fuel-driven festivities throughout the week, Scottsdale has fully embraced its presence as Arizona Car Week is now a must-attend for those who love all things automotive. As part of this year's Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction, the first retail production VIN 001 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 crossed the block as the event's highlight. It's been a long-standing tradition of Barrett-Jackson to showcase the first production example of an anticipated new model, with proceeds benefiting various charities. The Corvette ZR1 continues to grow in popularity since its jaw-dropping debut to the world, leaving eager customers running to dealers to lock in a build slot. Making over 1,064 horsepower thanks to a 5.5L twin-turbocharged flat-plane crank LT7 V8 engine, the 2025 ZR1 now holds the title as the most powerful Corvette ever made. In a packed room full of bidders, enthusiasts, and media, the gloss black Corvette ZR1 made its way across the stage as bidding quickly intensified amongst buyers looking to secure VIN 001. The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 001 sold at a hammer price of $3,700,000, with all auction fees waved and 100% of the proceeds benefitting the American Red Cross. With the very first C8 Corvette ZR1 on the road, we anticipate that more chassis will be rolling off the production line at Bowling Green very soon. View all Chevrolet Corvette ZR1s for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Corvette ZR1s For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by Barrett-Jackson (@barrett_jackson) Source: Barrett-Jackson Auctions

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 22, 2025

The Top 10 Most Expensive Cars Sold At Mecum Auctions Kis...

From factory GT40s to Jerry Seinfeld's Porsche 917, Mecum brought the heat to Kissimmee this year. As the collector car market continues to thrive, with some of the world's best automotive examples crossing the auction block for millions to witness, Mecum Auctions stands at the forefront with a full calendar year of events. And while its presence is more than apparent all around the country, its most recent Kissimmee 2025 event proved to be a true show-stopper, as it featured thousands of rare cars and collectibles over a two-week span. Both modern and classic cars made the auction festivities adrenaline-packed and competitive amongst willing buyers, showcasing everything from Jerry Seinfeld's Porsche 917K, once owned by Steve McQueen, to Ferrari's ultra-exclusive 812 Competizione. Even though the coveted Porsche 917 marked itself as a no-sale with a final bid of $25 million, plenty of amazing lots soared well over the seven-figure mark. As part of this special feature, we at duPont REGISTRY are proud to present the Top 10 Most Expensive Cars Sold at Mecum Kissimmee 2025. Take a deep dive into our list to see what's hot in the market and what buyers are looking forward to as future four-wheel investments. View all exotic cars for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. aucView All Exotic Cars For Sale 10. 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition Sold For $1,000,000 9. 2020 Ford GT Carbon Series Sold For $1,150,000 8. 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS Convertible Sold For $1,320,000 7. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Sold For $1,480,000 6. 2022 Ferrari 812 Competizione Sold For $1,540,000 5. 1930 Ruxton Model C Roadster Sold For $1,540,000 4. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L89 Coupe Sold For $1,700,000 3. 2023 Ford GT MkIV Sold For $1,870,000 2. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Coupe Sold For $2,250,000 1. 1966 Ford GT40 MkI Road Car Sold For $7,040,000 Source: Mecum Auctions

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 06, 2025

RM Sotheby's 2024 Top 10 Live Auction Results

The very best from RM Sotheby's. With a monumental end to 2024, RM Sotheby's concluded its year by sharing impressive sales figures, achieving more than $887 million in sales across online and live auctions and its Private Sales divisions. 2024 proved to be a record-breaking year for RM Sotheby's, with 41 auctions in toral. The year saw over 50 auction records shattered, with 126 cars selling for more than $1 million each. Among the top highlights, the Dare to Dream Collection led the charge with $69.2 million in total sales, followed by The Junkyard: The Rudi Klein Collection and The Aumann Collection at Munich, which brought in $31 million and $19.1 million, respectively. With 5,211 lots offered and an almost perfect 96% sell-through rate, RM Sotheby's proved itself as a leader in the automotive auction world. Beyond just the numbers, the RM Sotheby's continues to expand its global presence like never before, with cars purchased from 54 countries, and bidders from 82 nations. Tipping our hats to RM Sotheby's on a truly remarkable year, we've compiled its 10 most expensive auction sales from 2024. View all RM Sotheby's inventory for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All RM Sotheby's Inventory 10. 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 NART Alloy by Scaglietti $5,285,000 Monterey 9. 1995 Ferrari F50 $5,505,000 Monterey 8. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider by Scaglietti $5,615,000 Monterey 7. 1979 Ferrari 312 T4 $8,248,109 Monaco 6. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica SWB Cabriolet by Pinin Farina Sold After Auction Monterey 5. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL ‘Alloy’ Gullwing $9,355,000 The Junkyard: The Rudy Klein Collection 4. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta Competizione by Scaglietti $11,006,125 Paris 3. 2014 Pagani Zonda LM Roadster $11,086,250 Dubai 2. 1955 Ferrari 410 Sport Spider by Scaglietti $ 12,985,000 Monterey 1. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider by Scaglietti $17,055,000 Monterey Source: RM Sotheby's

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