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2026 RM Sotheby's Moda Miami Auction: Top 10 Results and Highlights

By Khris Bharath –  February 28, 2026

2026 RM Sotheby's Moda Miami Auction: Top 10 Results and Highlights

RM Sotheby’s concluded its third annual ModaMiami auction with a dynamic evening sale at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, presenting 94 lots across automobiles and rare automobilia with a pre-sale estimate of approximately $85 million.  The auction once again formed the centerpiece of the ModaMiami weekend, drawing global collectors and enthusiasts for a curated range of cars spanning everything from vintage beauties to prewar classics and contemporary hypercars. duPont REGISTRY provided live commentary throughout the event, delivering real-time insights as the action unfolded on the auction floor, with plenty of bidding wars from buyers both in the room and online. The top result of the sale was a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider by Scaglietti (Lot 145), which achieved $7,045,000. The iconic open V12 Ferrari led a strong group of blue-chip Maranello offerings and reaffirmed continued demand for historically significant, coachbuilt Ferrari models.  Modern halo cars generated significant buzz. A 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari (Lot 183) realized $6,880,000, while a 1992 Ferrari F40 (Lot 164) achieved $5,230,000, highlighting sustained strength for Ferrari’s key performance flagships.  Among contemporary hypercars, a 2024 Bugatti Bolide (Lot 157) brought $4,955,000, whereas a single-owner 2017 Pagani Huayra Roadster (Lot 179) sold for $3,415,000, and a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT crossed the block at $3,305,000, reinforcing continued demand for analog era supercars. Coming back to Ferrari, this time both front-engined, a 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS by Pininfarina (Lot 138), achieved $2,590,000, while a 2023 Ferrari 812 Competizione A (Lot 128), realized $2,645,000. A street-legal 2020 McLaren Senna GTR LM25 by Lanzante (Lot 154) achieved $2,205,000, and a 2006 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 (Lot 190) further demonstrated market depth, selling for $2,122,500, rounding out the top 10 results. The diverse docket also included notable prewar American vintage cars, competition cars, and continuation models, highlighting the breadth of the offering and the global appeal of ModaMiami. With strong results across multiple collecting categories, RM Sotheby’s ModaMiami 2026 reaffirmed the market’s continued appetite for not only historically significant classics but also modern hypercars, a trend already seen in the opening stint of the 2026 season with the mega results witnessed across multiple auction venues in January.  The momentum in Miami will continue as the collector car world now turns its attention to Amelia Island next weekend, where the season’s next chapter is set to unfold. ***This is a preliminary release, as an official press release with additional information about specific figures, including confirmed sell-through rates and total sales, is awaited. 10. 2006 Bugatti Veyron 16.4  $2,122,500 9. 2020 McLaren Senna GTR LM25 by Lanzante $2,205,000 8. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS by Pinifarina $2,590,000 7. 2023 Ferrari 812 Competizione A $2,645,000 6. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT $3,305,000 5. 2017 Pagani Huayra Roadster $3,415,000 4. 2024 Bugatti Bolide $4,955,000 3. 1992 Ferrari F40 $5,230,000 2. 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari $6,880,000 1. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider by Scaglietti $7,045,000 Images: RM Sotheby's

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 1990 Ferrari F40

By Sponsored Article –  February 28, 2026

Broad Arrow Auctions: 1990 Ferrari F40

Ferrari Classiche-certified, fully matching numbers, recipient of a recent major service, Platinum Award-winning, and offered with its original, serialized three-piece Schedoni luggage set, this 1990 Ferrari F40 represents one of the most compelling examples of Ferrari's celebrated 40th-anniversary icon. Crossing the block 6 - 7 March at Broad Arrow's Amelia Concours Auction, serious collectors will not want to let this opportunity pass. Unveiled at a ceremony in Maranello on 21 July 1987, the F40 celebrated 40 years of Ferrari car production. Its name, legend has it, was born when Ferrari Managing Director Giovanni Razelli asked motoring journalist and author Gino Rancati what the new car should be called, and received an elegantly direct answer: “Ferrari Quarante.” Yet the F40 didn’t start merely as an anniversary badge. Spy photographs had already hinted at a successor to the 288 GTO, and the squat, winged prototype later dubbed the GTO Evoluzione was originally intended as the GTO's competition version. When Group B was cancelled in the wake of tragedy at the Tour de Corse, the Evoluzione’s original purpose vanished, but its engineering lessons did not. What remained was an opportunity to build the most uncompromising road-going Ferrari of its era, shaped by turbocharged know-how and buoyed by the unexpected sales success of the 288 GTO Overseeing the effort was Nicola Materazzi, widely regarded as the father of the project. Having joined Ferrari’s Formula One department in 1979, he brought deep experience with forced induction, and his influence was felt throughout the final result. Designer Leonardo Fioravanti captured the atmosphere surrounding the program when he recalled, “When Enzo talked to me about his desire to produce a ‘true Ferrari,’ we both knew that it would be his last car.” That understanding informed the approach across the team, with extensive wind-tunnel work guiding aerodynamic optimization and a clear effort to ensure the car’s appearance matched its intent, right down to the low nose, NACA ducts, and the rear spoiler that came to define the F40’s now iconic silhouette. Initially, Ferrari refused to disclose how many F40s would be built and over what period so as to avoid a repeat of the spiraling secondary market of the 288 GTO. Ultimately, 1,311 production examples were built, with a mere 213 F40s destined for the United States. Nearing the middle of F40 production, chassis number 87219 was completed in October 1990 as one of approximately 90 U.S.-market examples built that year. As such, this example notably lacks the adjustable suspension fitted to European-market F40s after serial number 80697, making it a “non-adjust” car highly sought-after for its superior, unfiltered handling. The original warranty card and owner’s service booklet shows that the car was initially delivered on 29 December 1990 via Continental Motors Inc. (now Continental AutoSports Ferrari) to Thomas Murphy of Evanston, Illinois. A copy of the original window sticker also shows that the original price of the F40, including destination charges, was a lofty $399,150 when new.   Records indicate that the F40 next changed hands in March 1994 when it was purchased by Illinois-based neurosurgeon Dr. Sheldon Lazar through Lake Forest Sports Cars (now Ferrari Lake Forest), showing just 248 miles at the time. Over the succeeding decade, the car was routinely serviced by Lake Forest, visiting the dealer for maintenance on as many as thirteen documented occasions including two major belt services at 979 and 3,689 miles. In October 2005, after eleven years of careful stewardship, Lazar sold the F40 to a Florida-based collector.   Immediately following their acquisition, the F40’s new caretaker elected to have Lake Forest conduct the car’s third major belt service with 4,747 miles on the odometer. In this ownership, the Ferrari’s meticulous maintenance schedule resumed at Ferrari of Central Florida, where it received service on four documented occasions from December 2005 to January 2008, when it was treated to its fourth major belt service at 5,740 miles. This period also saw the exceptionally preserved Ferrari win numerous Best in Class and Best in Show awards at local Florida concours. The car passed to its fourth owner, a California-based collector, in April 2008 showing 5,860 miles at the time. Recognizing the Ferrari’s outstanding originality, its new caretaker submitted the car for coveted Classiche certification, which it was awarded in May 2008, certifying that the serial numbers present on the chassis, engine, and transmission are recognized to match factory records. Furthermore, the Red Book notes that the body, suspension system, Brembo disc brakes, and Speedline aluminum wheels are the original, factory-installed components. The Ferrari continued to enjoy regular maintenance at Ferrari of Orange County for a number of years before being relocated to Texas in the early 2010s.   The F40 was acquired by a Texas-based collector in December 2014 and benefited from nearly a decade of careful single ownership. During this ownership, the car received service by Ferrari of Austin and Norwood Auto Italia in Carrollton, Texas, as well as by the collection's in-house mechanic. In August 2023, the renowned marque experts at Norwood Auto Italia treated the car to its fifth major belt service which also involved replacing both fuel pumps, replacing the ignition distributor pickups, and overhauling the air conditioning system at 7,902 miles. A second service followed in November 2023, which saw the water pump rebuilt at 7,912 miles. Finally, a loose A/C compressor and alternator belt, as well as a coolant leak, were addressed by Team CJ in January 2024. Acquired by the current owner at Broad Arrow’s 2024 Monterey Jet Center Auction in Monterey, California, chassis 87219 has since continued to receive the same standard of care. Most recently, in December 2025, Miller Motorcars performed the car’s sixth major service at 8,061 miles. Work included a 101-point inspection with a compression test (with all cylinders reading between 130 and 140 psi), installation of new auxiliary and timing belts with roller bearings, replacement of valve cover gaskets and seals, replacement of air and fuel filters, a brake fluid flush, a coolant flush, along with an oil and filter change. The shop also diagnosed and corrected a difficult-to-engage reverse gear by adjusting and lubricating the shifter assembly and linkage. In total, the work amounted to $21,647.21, with the invoice on file and available for review. Now offered with just 8,065 miles since new at the time of cataloging—a mere 4 miles since its last major service—this fully matching-numbers, meticulously documented Ferrari F40 is surely among the finest examples of the model currently available and certainly one of the finest U.S.-specification cars extant. Attesting to the car’s spectacular presentation and high degree of originality is its participation in the “Ferrari 70th Anniversary Collection: Driven By Emotion” event held in conjunction with the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, followed by its appearance at the 27th Cavallino Classic where it received a coveted Platinum Award.   The enviable originality of this particular example is further supported by the presence of numerous factory accessories, not least of which includes its rare optional three-piece luggage set by Schedoni pyrographed with the car’s chassis number “87219” and accompanied by their proper cloth dust covers. The car is also supplied with its original owner’s manuals in their leather folio, both tool bags, two sets of keys, its wheel socket, and a binder documenting a life of fastidious maintenance since new. While the F40 is currently equipped with a Tubi Style exhaust system, the original factory exhaust silencer assembly is included with the sale, allowing the next owner the choice to return the car to its factory specification if desired. Ferraristi seeking to acquire a cherished and extensively documented example of the legendary F40 will seldom find a better opportunity than chassis 87219. This outstanding Classiche-certified Ferrari, with its low mileage and complete set of original accessories, is sure to captivate collectors of Maranello’s groundbreaking supercars, offering immeasurable joy whether showcased at FCA events or unleashed on the open road for its thrilling performance. Visit broadarrowauctions.com to explore the complete lineup and register to bid for the Amelia Concours Auction, where over 25 Prancing Horses will cross the block. View Listing For More

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale

By Sponsored Article –  February 27, 2026

Broad Arrow Preview: 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale

Incorporating a suite of engineering revisions and lightweight materials intended to sharpen every response, the Ferrari 458 Speciale arrived four years after the debut of the 458 Italia to great fanfare. Set to be offered 6 - 7 March at Broad Arrow's Amelia Concours Auction, this 2015 example is a fantastic presentation of the final naturally aspirated V8 supercar produced by Ferrari, delivering a complete and unforgettable driving experience. GALLERY-EMBED Behind the driver sat Ferrari's F136 4.5-liter V8, reworked with upgraded internals and a 14.0:1 compression ratio, enabling a screaming 9,000-rpm redline and establishing, at the time, the marque's most powerful naturally aspirated V8 to date. Complementing the engine was a comprehensive set of chassis and aerodynamic developments, including active aero surfaces, Side Slip Control system integrating the adaptive magnetic dampers, F1 dual-clutch gearbox, and E-Diff to deliver a Fiorano Circuit lap record of 1 minute, 23.5 seconds—1.4 seconds faster than the legendary Ferrari Enzo on the 1.86-mile circuit. Chassis number 211323 was delivered new via Boardwalk Ferrari (now Ferrari Dallas), as confirmed by a digital copy of its original window sticker. It was strikingly specified in Rosso Corsa with an optional Nero (Black) roof—a $11,811 selection—over Alcantara Nera upholstery with Rosso seat inserts. Notably, it was ordered without the launch livery's familiar NART racing stripe, a subtle “stripe delete” that lends the car a more understated appearance. Desirable factory options included extensive exterior carbon fiber, comprising the front flaps, engine cover, and rear diffuser, as well as yellow brake calipers, titanium exhaust pipes, Adaptive Frontlighting System (AFS), and the must-have Suspension Lifter. The cockpit was similarly well appointed with Cavallino Rampante stitching on the headrests, an Alcantara-trimmed central tunnel and wheel arches, and a handy fire extinguisher. GALLERY-EMBED The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report indicates early registration in Minnesota, followed by ownership in Nebraska, before acquisition by the third and current California-based owner in 2024. Now offered in collector-grade condition and showing just 3,470 miles at the time of cataloging, this exceptionally specified Speciale is one of the modern era's most coveted Ferrari special-series berlinettas. Furthermore, in preparation for the sale, a comprehensive two-year service was performed at Prancing Horse Nashville, including engine oil, oil pump seals, coolant, brake fluid, a drive belt, and new filters, ensuring it will be fully up to date on maintenance for the next caretaker. As the marque's current lineup has moved decisively into the hybrid era, Ferrari's last high-revving, naturally aspirated V8 supercar is sure to remain a blue-chip collectible for generations to come. Register to bid and explore the complete catalog at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing For More

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 2014 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6 BRABUS B63S-700

By Sponsored Article –  February 26, 2026

Broad Arrow Preview: 2014 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6 BRABUS

Some cars are built to hug the road, carving through hairpin corners and propelling their drivers down tree-lined back roads—while others are built for the exact opposite. For those looking to conquer any terrain in opulent luxury, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6 Brabus B63S-700 is just the machine. One of approximately 100 examples produced and powered by a Brabus-upgraded 5.5-liter AMG V8 making 700 horsepower, this stunning Designo Mystic Blue example will be offered at Broad Arrow's upcoming Amelia Concours Auction, 6 – 7 March. At its launch, the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6x6 was boldly described as “the most spectacular cross-country vehicle of all time.” It fused the uncompromising performance ethos of AMG with more than four decades of Geländewagen off-road capability. This experience comes from both civilian and military applications, delivering exceptional comfort while remaining capable of conquering virtually any terrain or climate. Once back on the tarmac, AMG muscle transforms this extreme machine. It offers surprising versatility and an impressive on-road pace despite weighing an impressive four-and-a-half tons. GALLERY-EMBED Standing over seven feet tall, nearly seven feet wide, and almost 20 feet long—over three and a half feet longer than a standard G-Class—giving the 6x6 a commanding presence. Built on Mercedes-Benz's proven military modular platform, the G 63 AMG 6x6 is the first civilian model from the marque to use the innovative portal axles. By raising the axle centerline, ground clearance increases by nearly half a meter. Power is routed through five locking differentials and all six wheels, with a 30:40:30 torque split. Each axle features independent suspension, providing excellent wheel articulation and surface grip, even in tough terrain. The closely spaced rear axles—just 1,100 mm apart—work with Öhlins bypass shock absorbers to further enhance control. An onboard tire inflation system allows cabin-mounted pressure adjustment at the touch of a button, independently controlling the front and rear axles. Supported by beadlock wheels, a high-capacity air pump, and four 20-liter air tanks, the system can reinflate tires from as little as 0.5 bar for sand driving to the recommended 1.8 bar for road use in approximately 20 seconds—dramatically quicker than conventional setups. Fitting any luxurious Mercedes, this European-market 6x6's amenities include a Harman Kardon premium audio system with COMAND and navigation, dual-zone climate control, and four individually adjustable, heated, and cooled bucket seats. Before leaving Germany to join its first owner's collection in Dubai, the 6x6 was sent to Bottrop where Brabus thoroughly upgraded it to their formidable B63S–700 specification, as noted on its Manufacturer's Certificate from Brabus. This included installing a custom-designed ECU, larger turbochargers, new intake air pipes with gold heat shielding, an additional air-to-water intercooler, high-performance catalytic converters with 75 mm, lower-resistance stainless-steel downpipes, and butterfly valves to route the exhaust through the side pipes when desired. These upgrades increased horsepower by 23 percent, bringing the total to an impressive 700. Additional vents have been added to the hood and the tops of the fenders to help keep this potent V8 running cool. GALLERY-EMBED While at Brabus, the interior was retrimmed with black Brabus fine leather with a hex-grid pattern contrasting red stitching. The pattern continues through the door panels, with the center console and steering wheel using the same black leather and red stitching. The black leather headrests prominently display the vehicle's unique attributes with the Brabus “B” logo in red stitching. The interior is completed with carbon fiber trim on the center console and a black Alcantara headliner. The wheels were upgraded to black Hutchinson beadlock wheels and Brabus center caps and are currently shod with 37 by 13.5-inch BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 tires. The exterior of the car also received additional LED lighting, Brabus badging on the rear, a red G700 badge in the grill, and a “B” in place of the Mercedes logo throughout the car. With this example likely being the most unique of any 6x6 produced, it only deepens the allure of what many consider "the most spectacular cross-country vehicle of all time." Visit broadarrowauctions.com to explore the complete lineup of collector cars set to cross the block at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, and register to bid to secure your place at the premier auction event of the season. View Listing For More

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400

By Sponsored Article –  February 25, 2026

Broad Arrow Auctions: 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400

The car that gave the supercar its template, the Lamborghini Miura paved the way for an entire genre and decades of performance innovation, making it an undisputed highlight of any serious collection. Set to cross the block at Broad Arrow's upcoming Amelia Concours Auction, this 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400 comes to market following a thorough restoration. Unveiled in production form at Geneva in 1966—a mere three years after Automobili Lamborghini's founding—the Miura shocked the motoring world with Marcello Gandini's fiercely futuristic coachwork for Bertone and a transverse mid-engine layout that placed its V12 directly behind the cockpit. Gone were the conventions of front-mounted powerplants; the Miura's sculpted lines and pioneering packaging seemed born of the racetrack, rewriting the rules for all future high-performance road cars. Under Bertone's sleek panels rested a somewhat conventional sports car architecture consisting of upper and lower A-arm suspension with coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers and anti-roll bars at each corner, ventilated disc brakes, and rack-and-pinion steering that granted exceptional handling. It was the Giotto Bizzarrini-designed 3.9-liter V12's transverse, mid-engine geometry that allowed the driver to exploit the engine's 350 horsepower in standard tune on winding roads and high-speed straights alike—reaching a production-car-record top speed of 174 mph. GALLERY-EMBED The world's well-heeled clientele—princes, oil sheikhs, film icons—lined up to secure this exotic thoroughbred, and Enzo Ferrari himself was forced to put the rush on a mid-engine response to Lamborghini's triumph. These clients forgave the Miura's ergonomic quirks in exchange for a truly visceral driving experience, which Road & Track described as: “One of those beautiful experiences every enthusiast owes himself.” In total, just 274 examples of the initial P400 model were built through April 1969, and although the Miura would continue to be produced in increasingly more powerful iterations, none captured the unadulterated innovation and purity of the original P400. The car's Original Configuration document from Lamborghini Polo Storico confirms that chassis 3637 was completed by the Sant'Agata factory on 19 July 1968 as a reinforced-chassis, Series II example, finished in the striking combination of Bianco (White) with a sumptuous Rosso (Red) leather interior. Its factory options are identified as follows: large wheels, Koni shock absorbers, orange front indicators, White side mirrors (not mounted), radio and cassette with electronic antenna, and seat belts. Bearing engine number 2157 and Bertone body number 333, factory records document the car's delivery to Lamborghini Concessionaires Ltd., the marque's official U.K. representative formerly known as R.A. Woolsgrove, located on Alie Street in London's East End. The Miura's first owner was His Royal Highness Prince Abdul Elah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia—son of King Ibn Saud and a passionate connoisseur of exotic sports cars—who maintained residences in both Riyadh and London, underscoring the Miura's immediate status as the ultimate automotive trophy among the global aristocracy. A copy of an original delivery letter from Lamborghini Concessionaires Ltd. invoiced to Beirut, Lebanon, details chassis 3637's delivery and fascinating original specifications, which included a “special modified 380 BHP” engine. The Lamborghini Miura Register by Simon Kidston notes that the Miura was purchased by Prince Abdul Elah after a “10-percent diplomatic discount” for a total price when new of $12,150. His research also indicates that upon its delivery to the U.K., the car was likely displayed on the Lamborghini GB stand at the Earl's Court show in October 1968 and later featured in The Sandie Shaw Supplement television program. According to research conducted under previous ownership, chassis 3637 was registered in the U.K. with the plate “020 GH” during the Prince's ownership. By the 1980s, the Miura had passed to furniture businessman Mr. Carlos Ayoub in Beirut, Lebanon. Copies of purchase documents on file show that in 1989, chassis 3637 was sold to a Mr. Williams Ayoub (unrelated to Carlos Ayoub) and remained in Beirut. GALLERY-EMBED It should be noted that, likely while in Lebanon, the original body of chassis 3637 (body no. 333) is thought to have sustained damage and was subsequently repaired using panels from Lebanese-delivery Miura P400 S chassis 4242. Body number "511" (associated with chassis 4242) is stamped on the door handles and jambs, while the firewall and both clamshells lack any stamping. However, the trunk latches and rear louver stampings do correspond with body number 333, indicating that some original components remained with the car. This suggests that body sections from 4242 were possibly grafted onto 3637 while both cars were in the country—a theory further supported by the unknown current whereabouts of chassis 4242. After 16 years with the Lamborghini, Williams Ayoub sold chassis 3637 in 2005. The car traveled from Lebanon to Kuwait, joining the respected personal collection of Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, the former Prime Minister of Kuwait, who cherished his Miura until his passing in September 2024. During the Sheikh's ownership, the Miura underwent a major restoration. Initiated in 2018, the project was carried out by Aston Martin of Kuwait and saw the car returned to its original Bianco over Rosso specification. Some components were outsourced to Colin Clarke Engineering for rebuilding, with final sorting and cosmetic attention completed by Tomini Classics in the UAE. Following completion of its restoration, chassis 3637 was imported to the United States in preparation for the sale, where it now presents in superb condition. From its princely original ownership to its return to Gulf royalty, chassis 3637 offers the collector a fine expression of Lamborghini's earth-shattering supercar. It retains its original, matching-numbers V12 engine (serial number 2157) per factory records, alongside its stunning factory color scheme. As one of only 274 P400s ever built, the Lamborghini Miura stands as a quintessential “must-have” in any supercar collection, offered complete with its tool kit, jack, restoration invoices and images, and an array of manufacturer's literature. Bidder registration is now open for the Amelia Concours Auction. Join fellow collectors and enthusiasts from around the globe on the Atlantic Coast for a weekend of premier automotive events. During the two-day sale, 6–7 March 2026, over 160 collector cars will be offered spanning the full breadth of collector interests. View all lots and find additional information at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing For More

Can Am-Inspired McLaren Elva With 653 Miles and MSO Options Lands on duPont REGISTRY Live

By Khris Bharath –  February 25, 2026

Can Am-Inspired McLaren Elva With 653 Miles and MSO Options Lands on duPont REGISTRY Live

Now offered on duPont REGISTRY Live, this 2021 McLaren Elva with just 653 miles and nearly $88,000 in factory MSO upgrades is one of the most unique exotics to surface on the platform. It is also a milestone listing as this is the first-ever barchetta on duPont REGISTRY Live, which offers a 100 percent sell-through rate and a 14-day return policy. Hand assembled at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, England, the Elva takes inspiration from McLaren’s legendary Can Am racers of the 1960s that founder Bruce McLaren helped develop. The Elva sits within the British Marque’s highly exclusive 'Ultimate Series' alongside the McLaren P1, McLaren Senna, McLaren Speedtail, and McLaren Solus GT. However, unlike those cars, the Elva removes traditional barriers between driver and the elements, resulting in a retro-inspired form.  The highlight of the Elva is its innovative Active Air Management System (AAMS), which directs airflow up and over the cockpit to form a virtual canopy at speed (effective up to 70 mph), working with a full-width active rear spoiler that also functions as an airbrake. Other features unique to the Elva include the instrument binnacle and the tonneau storage for two helmets. The Elva features a reinforced evolution of the MonoCage II carbon fiber chassis from the 720S, engineered to retain rigidity despite the absence of a roof. Its entire carbon fiber body forms from three primary panels, and dry weight sits at just 2,531 pounds, making it the lightest road car McLaren has ever produced. <- Gallery -> Power comes from a rear mid mounted 4.0 liter twin turbocharged V8 derived from the Senna, rated at 804 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. A seven-speed dual clutch transmission sends power to the rear wheels, launching the car to 62 mph in 2.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 203 mph. A quad exit titanium and Inconel exhaust with 3D printed tips ensures you will savor every bit of its mechanical soundtrack. If you attended Cars on 5th recently, where hypercars lined every block, you may have seen not one, but two examples. This Napier Green example presents a more restrained specification, yet it is no less extreme.  McLaren originally planned 399 units before cutting production. This example is chassis number 120 of just 149 produced worldwide, of which only about 30 are believed to have been imported into the United States. Along with the likes of the Ferrari Monza SP2 (499 units) and the Aston Martin V12 Speedster (88 units), this Elva presents an opportunity to acquire one of the most significant and rarest modern open-top exotics of the modern era.  View Listing  

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra

By Sponsored Article –  February 24, 2026

Broad Arrow Auctions: 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra

Offered with just over 25,000 original miles, this certified SAAC Senior Division concours winner is among the finest examples of a highly original, unrestored 427 Cobra extant. Furnished with its original jack, grease gun, and spare wheel, and factory weather equipment, it is set to cross the block at Broad Arrow’s upcoming Amelia Concours Auction this 6 – 7 March.   By the time Carroll Shelby took the feisty small block Cobra to the world stage in 1962 to challenge the might of Ferrari in the hotly contested FIA GT Championship, the quest for more power was already weighing heavily on Shelby and his right-hand man, development driver Ken Miles. Ford's proven 289 cu-in V8 was nearing the peak of development, just shy of 400 reliable horsepower, but Shelby knew the Cobra needed additional grunt to stay competitive, especially on long, open circuits. In the wake of an uncharacteristic drubbing handed out by the Grand Sport Corvettes during the 1963 Nassau Speed Week, the Shelby camp retreated to the drawing board. An earlier experience with a Ford 427-powered NASCAR Galaxie made an impression, and Miles felt the big Ford engine could suit the lightweight Cobra. Shelby tested the 427 in a hastily built leaf-sprung 289 chassis at Sebring, and despite less than developed handling, it proved blisteringly fast in a straight line—fast enough to convince Shelby, Miles, and Ford top brass that the 427 would power the next generation of Cobras. Far more sophisticated than a “shoehorn job,” Ford offered the services of its chassis engineers to assist Miles in reworking the Cobra to handle the big block's additional weight and power. Chassis tube diameter increased to four inches, and adjustable coil-over suspension was fitted all around. The bodywork grew dramatic flared fenders to accommodate the fat rubber required to handle the power. Once properly sorted, the 427 Cobra had comparable handling to the 289, coupled with astonishing straight-line performance—famously covering the 0-100-0 sprint in just 13 seconds. For decades to come, the 427 Cobra's near-mythical performance served as a benchmark for the ultimate sports car. Long after production ceased, it was still one of the fastest cars on the road—and they remain astoundingly quick, even by today's standards. It is, without a doubt, one of the greatest sports cars ever created, and the 427 Cobra enjoys a permanent place among motoring royalty. GALLERY-EMBED One pitfall of putting such performance in the hands of mere mortals is that many 427 Cobras suffered at the hands of those ill-equipped to handle them. Many were damaged and rebuilt, driven hard and put away wet, and by now, most survivors have been restored to some degree. As such, original, largely unrestored cars are exceptionally scarce. Chassis CSX3203 ranks among the best examples of a highly original, essentially unmodified big-block street Cobra. For many years, this car resided in the famous collection of Lynn Park, who, over 55 years as an enthusiast, collector, and racer, owned some 55 different Cobras, with as many as 10 genuine cars in his stable at once. Along his collecting journey, Park realized that original, unrestored cars were rapidly dwindling and resolved to find the best unrestored 289 and 427 he could, leading him to CSX3203. At the time he discovered it, 3203 was a highly original car showing no signs of crash damage or significant repairs, had just 23,000 miles on the odometer, and still wore much of its original paint along with a rare hard top. Documentation tracks chassis CSX3203 from the time it was invoiced by A.C. Cars, Ltd., on 4 January 1966. In April of that year, Shelby American, Inc. had completed installation of the 428 PI engine and four-speed Toploader, and the car was invoiced and trucked to Broadway Motors of Kansas City, Missouri, finished in an appropriately sporty shade of Rangoon Red, and equipped with Sunburst wheels and a hardtop. The Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC) Registry shows CSX3203 was leased by Broadway Ford to Joseph Bixby, also of Kansas City. The car returned to the dealer several times for warranty work, and by October 1966, it had accrued just 4,600 miles. The next owner of CSX3203 was Stanley Patzel of Nebraska, followed by owners in Ohio and Oklahoma, with registration documents on file. The Registry notes that in October of 1974, it was in the care of Connie Moore, still in its original red paint, with a full width roll bar and small vents added to the front fenders, Sunburst wheels, and approximately 12,000 miles recorded. In 1980, Moore showed CSX3203 at the SAAC-5 event in Dearborn, Michigan, taking home 1st place in the 427 concours class. In October 1986, Connie Moore sold the car to Lynn Park, with just 14,000 miles. Park set about rectifying minor inaccuracies by removing the incorrect roll bar and the small added-on fender vents and fitting Goodyear Blue Dot tires to the Sunburst wheels. Park showed it at the 1988 SAAC meet (SAAC-13) in Santa Rosa, California and once again took home 1st place in the concours Cobra class, qualifying it for the SAAC Senior Division. By 2004, the Cobra had just 23,000 miles, and in 2014 it was sold to a West Coast collection. GALLERY-EMBED As offered, CSX3203 displays just over 25,000 miles and retains the exceptional originality that its past custodians have so fervently preserved. It has been noted that the car retains the majority of its original paint (some paintwork was commissioned by Park when rectifying the roll bar and side vents). Close inspection also shows various important numbers, including CSX3203 clearly stamped on the chassis, its original riveted on chassis plate with serial number inscribed by vibrating pencil, the original 428 Police Interceptor engine block with casting date 5M6 (6 December 1965), its original “BY” type 28-spline close-ratio four-speed “toploader” transmission with tag, and its matching body stampings on the door hinges, trunk latch, and hood latch. Of the 260 big block cars produced, it is one of very few to wear a factory hard top, and also noted are believed to be the original carpets, seat covers, door pockets, dash, and windshield, all presented with a marvelous patina that reflects its years with experienced and thoughtful owners. Furthermore, it is offered with its original jack, grease gun, spare wheel, soft top and side curtains, and it rides on an original set of Sunburst wheels. The opportunity to acquire an unrestored, highly original 427 street Cobra comes along rarely, and CSX3203 represents one of the best examples of the breed, ready to shine on the road and as the centerpiece of any prestigious sports car collection. Join Broad Arrow at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for the official auction of the Amelia Concours, the internationally recognized and award-winning celebration of automotive excellence. Register to bid now to secure your opportunity to acquire one or more of over 160 collector cars crossing the block during the two-day sale, 6–7 March 2026. View all lots and find bidder registration information at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing For More

Broad Arrow Amelia Concours Auction Preview: 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa

By Sponsored Article –  February 23, 2026

Broad Arrow Auctions: 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa B

Join Broad Arrow on the breathtaking coastline of Amelia Island for the official auction of The Amelia Concours, where over 160 exceptional collector cars will cross the block across a premier two-day event. Set for 6–7 March, The Amelia Concours Auction promises an extraordinary breadth of collector automobiles, with the undisputed centerpiece being the 1988 Porsche 959 SC Reimagined by Canepa, a bespoke engineering masterpiece decades in the making. In the early 1980s, Porsche was keen to prove its technological superiority learned throughout the previous decade's racing efforts. The “Gruppe B” Study was created to display these advancements with development underway as soon as 1981. Turbocharging, first used on the 917/10 Can-Am racing car in 1972, made its way three years later to the first turbocharged road-going Porsche – the 1975 911 Turbo – and from it, to the 959. It was a similar story with engine cooling. Through its racing program, Porsche had reached a thermal limit with the air-cooled flat-six. Water-cooled heads appeared on the all-conquering Porsche 956 endurance racing prototype in 1982 and, just a few years later, the 959 was the beneficiary of these successful experiments. Height-adjustable suspension, “intelligent” all-wheel drive, tire pressure monitoring, ABS, composite body construction – all commonplace in today's supercars – were decades ahead of their time when applied to the 959. GALLERY-EMBED Fewer than 300 of these halo supercars were built by the end of the decade, with each example estimated to cost Porsche double its 420,000 DM price tag to produce. Faced with these substantial losses, Porsche did not see fit to modify and test the 959 to comply with NHTSA safety standards, and as a result, it was not road-legal in the United States. While a number of 959s slowly trickled into the U.S., the model was the prime example of the type of car petitioned by Canepa and others to include in the “Show or Display” rule, passed in August 1999. The rule allowed for the private importation and limited road use of certain vehicles deemed to meet a standard of "historical or technological significance," famously enabling Bill Gates to drive his 959 after it was stored by the Customs Service for 13 years. In the decades since the rule was passed, Canepa's ceaseless obsession with extracting as much performance as possible out of the 959 has culminated in a series of refinements and performance upgrades developed by Canepa for the standard Porsche 959, officially launched in 2015 as the “959 SC Reimagined by Canepa” program. Drawing on his many years and thousands of miles driving the 959, Canepa developed a ground-up approach to reconditioning, and in some areas outright re-engineering, every element of Porsche's already superb creation. Starting with only the most original examples, the talented team at Canepa's Scotts Valley, California headquarters begin by carefully disassembling the entire car to the bare steel unibody. At this stage, all of the body panels are stripped, primed, and block sanded to perfection in preparation for paintwork. Canepa's unrelenting attention to detail can be observed on the driver's side quarter panel, where the auxiliary door for the hydraulic suspension oil on 959 Komfort models is deleted by molding a new composite body panel. Clients are able to choose from Porsche's own factory Paint-to-Sample palette of over 150 unique shades, or to create a custom color of their choice. The virtually limitless personalization offered by Canepa's service extends to the cabin, where over 400 hours are spent hand stitching an entirely new leather interior with countless colors and stitching options from Porsche's own factory offerings. Swaths of leather trim every element of the interior – including components that were not originally upholstered from the factory – while numerous upgrades ensure a 21st century driving experience. GALLERY-EMBED Initially developed for Group B class homologation and tracing its lineage back to the powerplants in the 936, 956, and 962 sports prototypes, the 959's 2.8-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six was designed to handle significantly more power than the 444 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque it left the factory with. After three decades spent optimizing the existing engine components as well as engineering new ones, the 959 SC's flat-six now develops a staggering 800+ horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque with Canepa's Stage III upgrades. These encompass Pankl titanium connecting rods, a blueprinted and upgraded valvetrain assembly, upgraded camshafts and camshaft housings, tungsten ceramic coated headers and two-stage stainless/titanium exhaust system, a MoTec engine management system and wiring harnesses, and two state-of-the-art BorgWarner turbochargers. The robust six-speed manual transmission is also treated to a full rebuild as well as REM isotropic super finishing on gears and shafts and an upgraded clutch assembly to ensure a reliable and extremely capable package. The result is otherworldly, modern-supercar performance, including zero to 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds and a top speed in excess of 230 miles per hour. Limited to a mere 50 examples in total, only the most original, low-mileage candidates are considered for recommissioning to 959 SC specification. Chassis number 053, one of just 266 959 Komforts built, was ideal then, with less than 8,302 kilometers at the time of its disassembly. Originally finished in Polar Silver Metallic with a Dark Grey Metallic leather interior, this highly original, low-mileage 959 was submitted to Canepa in 2019 for its comprehensive transformation to 959 SC specification. After over 4,000 restoration hours it was completed four years later in 2022 and was given Canepa 959 SC serial number “009.” Invoices and photos of the comprehensive Canepa work are on file. Today, the Porsche is resplendent in the lightly modified version of the Porsche factory shade of Irish Green, noted by the consignor as “Irish Green Plus,” containing less yellow than the standard shade. The paint to sample exterior color is protected with full ceramic-coated paint protection film (PPF). The exceptional exterior color choice is accentuated by the proprietary gun-metal grey finish of its 18-inch wheels. Inside, the cabin is trimmed wall-to-wall in exquisite bespoke tobacco brown leather and matching cut-pile velour carpeting, further complemented by matching, custom-embossed tool pouches and owner's books covers. Register to bid at The Amelia Concours Auction, where collectors and enthusiasts alike will have the rare opportunity to acquire one of the most exclusive and consequential supercars of the 1980s. Rarer still is the chance to experience the 959 platform's full potential—the result of decades of meticulous research and development that elevates this legendary machine into the 21st century. View all lots and register at broadarrowauctions.com. View Listing For More

Ending Soon: 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M For Auction On dR LIVE

By Tyler Rampersaud –  February 19, 2026

Ending Soon: Rare Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M Listed On dR LIVE

duPont REGISTRY Live is the new luxury online automotive auction platform that offers a worry-free buying experience for luxury and exotic car collectors, including a 100-percent sell-through rate and a 14-day return policy. Some incredible cars have already crossed the virtual block on duPont REGISTRY Live, and one of the latest to do so is a 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M, and bidding is ending in just one day. One of just 499 examples built, the Scuderia Spider 16M was created to celebrate a milestone achievement for Scuderia Ferrari, the historic Formula 1 racing team that has built one of the most celebrated motorsport legacies in the world. That achievement was winning the 2008 Formula 1 Constructors’ World Championship, which was Scuderia Ferrari’s 16th. An open-top version of the naturally aspirated, racing-focused Ferrari 430 Scuderia, the Spider 16M is a collector-grade masterpiece in Ferrari’s recent history. This particular example, which has Ferrari Classiche certification, is finished in Rosso Scuderia, with gray wheels, Rosso Scuderia brake calipers, and an interior finished in black cloth and tan leather. Its 4.3-liter V8 engine sends power through a six-speed F1 automated transaxle, with carbon ceramic brakes adding to its racing-focused engineering. Currently, 33,612 miles are logged on its odometer, and it’s a rare collector’s gem that also has a thrilling driving experience to offer any Ferrari enthusiast. Bidding on this 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M for auction on duPont REGISTRY Live ends in just one day, and if you’re interested, you can bid now by clicking below. View Listing & Bid Now <- Gallery ->

Ending Soon: Air Cooled Icons and Modern Exotics Closing today on duPont REGISTRY LIVE

By Khris Bharath –  February 19, 2026

Ending Soon: Air Cooled Icons and Modern Exotics Closing today on duPont REGISTRY LIVE

The online auction space remains competitive, and duPont REGISTRY LIVE has chosen to enter the market with a 14-day return policy along with a 100 percent sell-through rate. Since launching in mid November 2025, the platform has already surpassed $34.9 million in total sales, and over 100 exquisite automobiles, including multiple eight-figure transactions online, and, along with the recent in-person auction during Cars on 5th Weekend in Naples, Florida. Highlights include a 1-of-60 2023 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport sold for $4,012,050, a 1994 Porsche 911 Turbo S Flachbau achieved $1,103,550, and a 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster by Gunther Werks brought $1,048,950. A 2017 Ferrari F12tdf, closing later today, will join this list, with the latest bid sitting north of $1.1 million. Four cars will cross the digital block today. 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo Firstly, we have a (Type-993) 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo finished in a classic Polar Silver Metallic with turbo twist wheels and full black leather interior. Showing just 18,487 original miles, the car retains its original engine and paint, pairing a twin turbocharged flat six with a six-speed manual and All Wheel Drive, a configuration that defines the final chapter of the air-cooled Turbo era. View Listing 1992 Porche 911 Carrera RS Alongside it, a (Type-964) 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS finished in Rubystone Red with 16,944 miles on the odometer. A lightweight, homologation-inspired 911, it is powered by a 3.6-liter flat six and a close-ratio manual transmission. Rubystone remains one of the most sought-after period colors, and the 964 RS sits firmly within the core of analog 911 collecting. View Listing 2016 Ferrari F12 TDF Next up is the headline lot today: A 2016 Ferrari F12tdf in special order Grigio Ferro Metallic. Showing 15,382 miles, this is a highly specified example with over $100,000 in factory options, supported by Ferrari Classiche certification and recent authorized servicing. For those tracking Maranello’s most focused front-engine V12 collector cars, here is your chance to acquire a well-documented and carefully maintained example closing today. View Listing 2024 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet Rounding out the group is a third Porsche: a (Type 992.1) 2024 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet showing just 1,547 miles. While it is the most modern Porsche on this list, this well-specified example finished in GT Silver Metallic packs a Heritage Design Interior and an extensive list of factory options, resulting in a car that combines ballistic performance, everyday usability, open-air driving, and long-term collector appeal. View Listing

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