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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 Edward Jones – December 11, 2019

RM Sotheby's Offering "Online Only" Holiday Auction for H...

RM Sotheby's is heading into the Holidays with a very special auction. The "Online Only: Drive Into The Holidays" sale will include seven unique cars and will be hosted on RM Sotheby's new online auction platform. Bidding will open up at 11:00am ET December 11 and run until December 19, 1:00pm ET. Interested? Here are the seven unique vehicles that will be offered in this sale. And to learn more or even bid, click the button below. VISIT RMSOTHEBY'S.COM 1967 Austin Mini Moke (Photo by: Theodore W. Pieper ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's) 2006 Ford GT (Photo by: Theodore W. Pieper ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's) 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk I BN7 (Photo by: Theodore W. Pieper ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's) 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (Photo by: ©2020 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's) 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III BJ8 (Photo by: Theodore W. Pieper ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's) 2017 Jeep Wrangler Custom (Photo by: Theodore W. Pieper ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's)

By Edward Jones – December 03, 2019

RM Sotheby's 2019 Abu Dhabi Auction Results: A Night of I...

During the past weekend, RM Sotheby's put on an incredible show at their first-ever Abu Dhabi auction. This event was held in partnership with Formula 1® at the Yas Marina Circuit, right on the starting grid. During the two hour event, sales totaled at an incredible amount of $31.3 million. There were very notable highlights during the auction, including the one-off 2017 Pagani Zonda Aether that sold for $6,812,000. Michael Schumacher's championship-winning 2002 Ferrari F2002 also sold for a staggering $6,643,750. This hammer price makes it the second most valuable Formula 1 car sold at auction. See the top ten sales down below. For full results, click here. 10. 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 3.8 - $782,500 Ahmed Qadri ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 9. 1993 Porsche 911 - $825,000 Sami Sasso ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 8. 1996 Zagato Raptor Concept - $1,086,250 Scott Pattenden ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 7. 2014 Koenigsegg Agera R - $1,356,25 Karissa Hosek ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 6. 2011 Aston Martin One-77 - $1,440,625 Kimio Ng ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 5. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - $1,581,250 Remi Dargegen ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 4. 1982 Ferrari 126 C2 - $2,143,750 Sami Sasso ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 3. 2015 Ferrari FXX K - $4,281,250 Sami Sasso ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 2. 2002 Ferrari F2002 - $6,643,750 Remi Dargegen ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 1. 2017 Pagani Zonda Aether - $6,812,500 Tom Gidden ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's " width="680">

By Edward Jones – November 18, 2019

7 of the Most Enviable Modern Supercars and Hypercars Hea...

Presented by RM Sotheby'sBy Andrew Miterko - It is no secret that the residents of the United Arab Emirates have an obsession for the automobile and motorsport, with more high-end motor cars residing there than anywhere else in the world. Based on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, the Yas Marina Circuit is considered by many to be the most technologically advanced Formula 1 circuit in the world and is the epicenter of motorsport of all disciplines in the UAE, having already hosted events ranging from NHRA drag racing to FIA GT1 competition. In collaboration with Formula 1, RM Sotheby’s is excited to hold their first-ever auction in the Middle East at the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2019. Headlining the auction are an exciting group of unobtainable super and hypercars representing some of the most exclusive and highest-performing examples of their respective classes, certain to thrill even the most discerning enthusiast. VIEW MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS AUCTION At the forefront of the lineup is a 2015 Ferrari FXX K, the marque’s most potent track-only model and limited to only 40 units. After the unveiling of the LaFerrari, Ferrari’s hybrid-electric hypercar, it was only a matter of time before the track-only version was designated to participate in Corse Clienti events. Power output from both the electric and gasoline engines was raised for a total of 1,035 bhp—187 bhp from the electric motors, and 848 bhp from the 6.3-liter V-12. Aerodynamics were heavily revised and optimized for the racetrack, increasing downforce by as much as 50 percent over the road-going LaFerrari. In addition to the power and aerodynamic upgrades, the FXX K is 90 kg lighter, allowing it to complete the test track at Fiorano in just 1:14—a full five seconds faster than its road-going sibling. For the first time, the model is offered to the public at auction from its first and only owner with less than 250 km on the odometer. Since its delivery, it has yet to be driven in any Corse Clienti events and is ready to make its debut with its new owner in “standard” guise or can be upgraded to “Evo” specifications by Corse Clienti in Maranello for the ultimate in performance. A name synonymous with Formula One, Ayrton Senna may be one of the most celebrated F1 drivers of all time. McLaren built the Senna to honor the three-time world champion with its Senna hypercar—the marque’s fastest track-focused, road-going McLaren ever built. A limited run of McLaren Senna GTRs were produced to dominate the race circuit; free from the constraints of road car legislation and motorsport competition rules, they sought to push the limits of what is technically possible. A colossal 814 bhp was extracted from the M840TR 4.0-liter turbocharged V-8 featuring dry-sump lubrication, lightweight materials for the rods and pistons, and a pair of ultra-low inertia, twin scroll turbochargers, equipped with electronic wastegates for instant throttle response. An Inconel and titanium exhaust system devoid of catalytic converters freed up additional power, allowing the Senna GTR to best its road-going sibling with a 0–60 time of less than 2.8 seconds and a 0–124 mph time of less than 6.8 seconds. Aerodynamics were comprehensively redesigned and incorporate both active aerodynamics and a “Drag Reduction System” (DRS). Slick Pirelli P-Zero tires envelop ultra-lightweight forged alloy wheels, and the suspension was optimized for the track to improve mechanical grip through slower-speed corners, where aerodynamic performance is less important. This example is offered as a brand-new car with zero miles on the odometer. It exemplifies the definition of a hypercar and may well be the most powerful and track-focused non-hybrid car that the factory ever builds. A nod to one of the superstars of motorsport, a single-owner example of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Stirling Moss is offered in virtually as-new condition, showing a scant 500 km from new. The collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and McLaren took the already mighty Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR and crafted a carbon-fiber body to pay homage to Sir Stirling Moss’s 1955 Mille Miglia–winning 300 SLR, sharing the same open cockpit design, signature dual side exit exhaust, and distinctive aero humps. The Stirling Moss iteration is 200 kg lighter than the standard SLR, and as if that was not enough, it was tuned by McLaren to produce 651 horsepower and a massive 605 foot-pounds of torque. It is easily the most radical Mercedes-Benz roadster since the CLK GTR Roadster and one certain to leave its mark as a testament to its place in automotive history. Los Angeles, California–based Rob Dickinson sought to create the ultimate air-cooled 911 by utilizing the best aspects of each generation into a singular bespoke 911, each unique and tailored to the specific tastes of the owner who commissions their own. Based on a 964 generation 911, the stock exterior panels are stripped in favor of carbon-fiber panels reminiscent of the beloved long-hood ST racing Porsches of the 1970s and fitted with deep 17-inch Fuchs-style wheels wrapped in sticky Michelin tires. This lovely midnight-blue example, dubbed “the Fiona Commission,” was thoughtfully specified with the Ed Pink 4.0-liter flat-six racing engine paired to a G50 five-speed manual transmission, while an Ohlins adjustable suspension ensures superb handling and upsized Brembo steel brakes and calipers painted to match the exterior bring the reimagined 911 to a halt. With 390 bhp at a redline of 7,200 rpm and 315 foot-pounds of torque, the 4.0-liter–specified Singer 911s are capable of the sprint to 60 from a standstill in just 3.3 seconds and 100 mph in just 8.2. Impeccable attention to detail carries throughout the interior, with woven cognac leather-trimmed race-spec seating, door panels, and leather-trimmed rollbar. Today, the company has completed more than 100 examples, and in speaking to the company’s attention to detail, philosophy, and the overall quality of the cars, very few have become available in the secondhand market. The Lamborghini Diablo has been an enduring sensation since its inception in 1990, and as its production was set to come to a close, the 6.0 VT SE was released as the ultimate iteration of the popular Diablo model. As production neared the end in late 2000, Lamborghini earmarked the final 42 examples to be fitted with special magnesium intake manifolds and valve covers, a short-gear transaxle for quicker launches, and marque-badged brake calipers, while the engine compartments were trimmed in carbon fiber. Interiors were equipped with special chocolate leather upholstery, additional carbon-fiber trim, a titanium gearshift and instrument bezels, and an upgraded premium audio system with a DVD-based navigation system. Only two colors were offered in an even split of 21 examples each: a metallic gold named Oro Elios, and a color-shifting bronze-maroon called Marrone Eklipsis. This example is the 40th of the 42 examples produced, making it amongst the very last of the Diabo VT 6.0 SE examples produced. It has been preserved in virtually new condition, showing a mere 18 miles, and is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own the most refined and ultimate version of the legendary Diablo. Koenigsegg quickly established a reputation for exceptional performance, revolutionary engineering, and Swedish charisma after a 22-year-old Christian von Koenigsegg founded the company. Only six years later, Koenigsegg caught the attention of the world with the CC8S, setting the record for Most Powerful Production Engine and Most Powerful Production Car shortly after with the CCR. The Agera R keeps in tradition by setting a blistering 0–300–0 km/h record of 21:19 seconds, a record only beaten by their own One:1 four years later. The Agera R can also run on both gasoline and E100 biofuel, and even a mixture of the two, thanks to its highly advanced engine management system. Between 2011 and 2014, only 18 examples were produced, with this example being among the very last. It shows today with just under 4,400 miles on its odometer and is certain to be admired for decades to come while holding its own against the supercar establishment for the foreseeable future. view more from rm sotheby's Presented by RM Sotheby’s Over the past 38 years, we have cemented our position as the market leader and successfully transformed the global automotive auction scene. We’ve helped elevate the perception of collector car auctions to premium events executed to the very highest of standards. RMSothebys.com

By Andrew Nabors – October 30, 2019

1969 Lamborghini Miura S Sold by RM Sotheby's

Imagine if someone told you a pristine Lamborghini was forgotten in a barn. Life happens and priorities change, but this story has a happy ending. After sitting since 2015, this 1969 Lamborghini Miura S was sold by RM Sotheby's last weekend in London. Hans Peter Weber lived in Freiburg, and he purchased this car in 1974 from its original owner. The Miura S was introduced in 1968 with an upgraded interior, bigger brakes, and more power from larger cams. Coincidentally, it was also the first Lamborghini to feature Weber carburetors. Mr. Weber loved the car and maintained it until his passing in 2015. His brother Karl owns a Porsche 911 and shared his brother's love of cars and racing. He decided to store the car until the family until a decision could be made. Browse Lamborghini Miura For Sale If you are wondering what an unrestored, low mileage Lamborghini Miura S is worth, the car's 3rd owner paid the equivalent of $1,605,662. This car has been driven, and it undoubtedly needs tires and a tune-up. This record price will push museum-quality Miuras (like Mr. Leno's below) into the stratosphere, so you might want to consider one as a solid investment. Click the button above to find one from our dealers and stay with us for all your RM Sotheby's updates. " width="680">

By Edward Jones – September 30, 2019

RAND Luxury Motorcar Auction: Nassau County Museum of Art...

Presented by RAND Luxury 2008 Koenigsegg CCX - View Listing From a 1931 Auburn 8-98A Coupe Roadster to a 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari, the RAND Luxury Motorcar Auction has something for everyone! On October 12th, RAND Luxury will be hosting a collector car auction at the Nassau County Museum of Art with over 50 cars crossing the block, making it the only auction of its kind in the region! view all cars being auctioned 2008 Bugatti Veyron - View Listing Featured cars include- Ferrari 250 GT SWB- Built by GTO Engineering, Carroll Shelby's personal DeTomaso Pantera, Koenigsegg CCX, Bugatti Veyron, Porsche 911 Slantnose Cabriolet, Ferrari Enzo, and much more! 2017 Ferrari F12tdf - View Listing A preview reception will be hosted on Friday, Oct. 11th starting at 6 pm with sponsors like Robert’s Club, Cohiba & more! The following day, Saturday, Oct. 12th will begin with a luxury brunch at 10 am. The brunch will be a great opportunity to get up close to each and every one of the rare consignments and will lead to the auction which begins at 1 pm. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT - View Listing RAND Luxury is proud to present The Hine Collection. A collection of British sports cars that has been under single ownership for the past 30 years. With an MG TC, Morgan Plus 4, Jaguar E-Type & XK 140 MC which features a C-Type head from the factory that pushed the car to a top speed of 124 mph. Some all original and others fully restored, this collection will have you driving to tea & crumpets at 10/10ths! 2006 Ford GT - View Listing The RAND Luxury Team has selected one of the finest auctioneers in the business, Guy Loveridge, who will be flying in from London exclusively for this event. Author, publisher, broadcaster and world-record-holding auctioneer and racer- Guy has more than 20 years in the collector car business and is thrilled to bring his special English-touch to this special auction. 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder - View Listing RAND Luxury is currently accepting select final consignments for this one-day-only event. If you would like to submit your collector car for the auction, please reach out to the RAND team via email at alevitt@RandLuxury.com or by calling 212.655.4505 ext. 224.” The auction was created by serial entrepreneur Bradford Rand who has produced over 1,500 events over the last 20 years including launch events for Lamborghini, Bugatti, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin & more. He and his team also produce The Cyber Security Summit & TECHEXPO nationally.For full details: www.RANDLuxury.com. view all cars being auctioned 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione - View Listing Presented by RAND Luxury RAND Luxury produces a series of Press, Media & Affluent Consumer Charity events that showcase fine cars, jewelry, electronics, private jet co’s, watches, wine, travel, artwork & more in New York City, during The Sundance Film Festival, The Tribeca Film Festival and in the Hamptons.

By Andrew Nabors – September 04, 2019

RM Sotheby's Auburn Fall: Top 10 Sales

Our friends at RM Sotheby's have a keen eye for procuring pristine automobiles. Auburn Park, Indiana is a perfect spot, as it is home to the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum. Their lots included muscle cars, exotics, and many examples of pre-war American icons. The most significant cars were from the Ed Meurer Collection. Located in Detroit, his garages were full of over 90 classics and 250 examples of memorabilia. This included neon signs, gas pumps, and a truckload of new-old-stock car parts. Almost all items sold without reserve for almost $4 Million. Top sales of the event were capped by two 2005 Ford GTs, and the total sales for the auction were $16,664,242 thanks to a 90% sell-thru rate. 10. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C GT3 Sold For $145,000 9. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Sold For $148,500 8. 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible Sold For $150,000 7. 1935 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan by Rollston Sold For $160,000 6. 1923 Duesenberg Model A Sport Touring Sold For $187,000 5. 1931 Cadillac V-12 Phaeton Sold For $192,500 4. 1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Dual-Windshield Phaeton Sold For $192,500 3. 1970 DeTomaso Mangusta by Ghia Sold For $214,500 2. 2005 Ford GT Sold For $291,500 1. 2005 Ford GT Sold For $302,500 Tell us which car you would bid your bank account on in the comments below, and stay with us for all your RM Sotheby's coverage Browse Luxury Cars For Sale " width="680">

By Edward Jones – September 03, 2019

Banksy Truck Being Auctioned Off

Bonhams, the international auction house, is offering up a truck unlike any other. The truck in question is actually a piece of art by Banksy titled Turbo Zone Truck (Laugh Now But One Day We'll Be In Charge). This piece of art was created on a 1988 Volvo FL6 truck and, according to Bonhams, it's the largest piece of work Banksy has ever created. It also comes with a Certificate of Authentication from Pest Control, Banksy's studio. Banksy first created this piece of art back in 2000 when he was at a party to celebrate the Millenium. During the party, he was presented with this Volvo truck by Mojo, the co-founder of Turbozone International Circus. Upon completing, this truck became part of the transportation for Turbozone's Cinderalla show and traveled across the world. Exotic Cars for Sale Bonhams will be auctioning this truck at their Collector's Motor Cars and Automobilia Auction at the Goodwood Revival on September 14, 2019. They're expected it to sell for around $1,300,000-2,000,000. learn more Also Check Out: Post Malone Bought a Bugatti Chiron Hypercar 1965 Aston Martin DB5 “Bond Car” Sells for Big Money Jay Leno’s Car Collection Source: Bonhams

By Andrew Nabors – August 15, 2019

Mecum Auctions Unveils Bullitt Mustang Hero Car at Monterey

Detective Frank Bullitt drove a 68 Mustang Fastback through the streets of San Francisco. The most iconic chase scene ever filmed has spawned a cult following, and prompted Ford to build three generations of Bullitt edition tribute cars (all in Highland Green). Last year was the 50th anniversary of the film, and this car was part of the celebration. The other car used in the film was the one that endured the jumps and hard landings, and it was discovered in a junkyard near Ensenada, Mexico. Because the first car was kept in original condition, Dana Mecum shocked everyone earlier today. That's because Mecum Auctions unveiled the Bullitt Mustang Hero Car in Monterey. Encased in an acrylic display case, this historic Mustang is on display at the Hyatt Regency Monterey as part of the Mecum Auction. It is a preview to their 2020 Kissimmee Auction, where it will undoubtedly bring big money. Bob Kiernan purchased the car in 1974 for $6,000, but life and family always took priority. Sadly, he developed Parkinson's which eventually proved fatal. His son Sean has kept the car in original condition ever since. The car has a fully documented history, which includes several offers made by Steve McQueen to purchase it. Now it can be yours, as it will be the star of Mecum's Kissimmee Auction. It takes place January 2-12 just a few minutes from the Orlando resorts, and we will see you there! Until then, be sure to check out the live stream from Monterey: " width="680">

By Andrew Nabors – April 02, 2019

Top 10 Results from RM Auctions Ft. Lauderdale 2019

Perfect weather and plenty of attendance made for a great weekend in South Florida. The bidding was intense and the quality was top-notch, so here the Top 10 results of RM Auctions Ft. Lauderdale 2019. As a division of RM Sotheby's, their consignments represented the most desirable automobiles in the world. As such, they sold $23.2 Million with an 80% sell-through rate. Without adieu, lets check out the top 10: 10. 2006 Ford GT- $255,750 Jasen Delgado ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 9. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV Monterey Edition- $258,5000 Josh Sweeney ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 8. 2006 Ford GT- $286,000 ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 7. 2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso 70th Anniversary- $299,750 ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 6. 2018 Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series- $350,000 Photo by Calvin Lee 5. 2017 Lamborghini Aventador LP750-4 SV Coupe- $478,500 Robin Adams ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 4. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta- $550,000 Ryan Merrill ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 3. 2017 Ferrari F12tdf- $975,000 Karissa Hosek ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions 2. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing- $1,155,00 ©2019 Courtesy of RM Sotheby's 1. 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari- $3,080,000 Robin Adams ©2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions With 476 lots to choose from, bidders came from 24 nations to find additions to their collection. Of course, a Giallo Modena/Black LaFerrari took home the highest bid, it only had 600 miles on the odometer. Aside from the bidding action, RM Auctions Fort Lauderdale was also home to RADwood. This fast-growing series of shows highlights the best of 80's and 90's Car Culture. In attendance was a 1998 Toyota Supra with 3,500 miles, a super-rare 1986 Lamborghini Downdraft Countach, and a 1989 Mercedes-Benz/AMG 560 SEC 6.0 Widebody.Featured Image by Andrew Miterko © 2019 Courtesy of RM Auctions

By Andrew Nabors – March 22, 2019

Mecum Auctions Smashes Expectations in Arizona (Top 10 Re...

If you weren't in Glendale last weekend, you missed an unprecedented event by Mecum Auctions. Running from March 14th to the 17th, they sold $39 Million worth of cars which was an 85-percent increase of their previous record total for an inaugural event. Needless to say, over 1,300 vehicles allowed Mecum Auctions to smash expectations in Arizona. Dana Mecum and Company have a pulse on the industry, so here are their Top 10 sales 10. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa: $181,500 9. 1962 Corvette: $187,000 8. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe: $195,250 7. 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback: $209,000 6. 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback: $225,500 5. 1969 Chevrolet Yenko Camaro: $231,000 4. 1970 Plymouth Superbird: $357,5000 3. 2011 Ferrari 599 GTO: $770,000 2. 1932 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Torpedo Berline: $880,000 1. 1970 Dodge Hemi Challenger R/T Convertible: $1,430,000 Aside from all the classics and collectibles, the Dodge Challenger Hemi still reigns supreme. This marks the highest volume and highest value of any Mecum innagural event, so be sure to get your bidder's pass ready for Houston. It will be April 4th to 6th, so stay with us for complete coverage!

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