This week’s auction activity cooled slightly compared to the previous cycle, but the broader market continued to show strong depth across hypercars, analog-era performance models, and high-end restomods. Bonhams|Cars’ third annual Miami Auction at Hard Rock Stadium led the week, producing multiple seven-figure results that reinforced sustained confidence at the upper end of the collector market.
Bugatti dominated the top of the leaderboard, led by a 2024 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport at $4,340,000 and a 2019 Bugatti Chiron Sport at $3,024,000. The results reflect continued demand for late-production Bugattis, driven by limited availability, extreme performance, and the end of Bugatti’s quad-turbocharged W16 program.
Another standout was a 2019 Koenigsegg Regera at $2,520,000. With hybrid hypercars continuing to mature as collectible assets, the Regera’s 1,500+ horsepower output, low production volume, and unique Direct Drive system continue to distinguish it from more traditional hypercar offerings.
Classic Ferraris remained firmly in focus in Miami. A 1996 Ferrari F512 M achieved $784,000, while a 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT brought $459,200. Both results point to continued stability for analog-era Ferraris, particularly models with naturally aspirated drivetrains and strong enthusiast recognition.
Modern limited-production sports cars performed well. A 2021 McLaren 765LT MSO Coupe sold for $683,200, while a 2024 Porsche 911 S/T reached $649,600. Both reflect continued buyer preference for lightweight, driver-focused modern performance cars with restricted production and enthusiast-oriented specifications.
A 2006 Ford GT achieved $599,200, slightly below its duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value of $627,000. Originally priced at approximately $150,000 when new, the Ford GT continues to demonstrate one of the strongest long-term appreciation curves among modern American performance cars.
Air-cooled Porsche variants once again commanded strong premiums, with an exclusive Japan-market specification 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo WLS1 achieving $560,000 and a 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Coupe bringing $313,600. Special factory specifications and low-production variants continue to command substantial premiums within the broader air-cooled market.
Bonhams|Cars Miami also featured several high-profile catalog entries spanning vintage Ferraris and modern hypercars; however, not every lot found a buyer. A 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari previously owned by Sammy Hagar in a 1-of-1 specification finished in Avorio ($7,500,000-$9,500,000 est.), a 2015 McLaren P1 Spider in Gulf racing colors, one of only five produced by Lanzante ($4,000,000-$5,000,000 est), a 2008 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Coupe ($1,250,000-$1,750,000 est.) and a 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS (estimated $600,000-$700,000) passed without selling.
A recurring theme throughout the week was continued strength for limited-production analog supercars. Bring a Trailer saw a 2012 Lexus LFA with 748 miles sell for $1,810,000, more than doubling its $712,500 dRi benchmark. As naturally aspirated V10 supercars gain momentum, the LFA continues to establish itself as one of the defining analog-era halo cars of the modern market.
Bring a Trailer also produced one of the week’s more surprising results with a modified 2005 Acura NSX-T selling for $350,000, far above its $62,576 dRi median value. While modified examples do not always outperform stock configurations, this sale demonstrated that provenance, presentation, low mileage, and period-correct upgrades can materially influence buyer behavior when executed at a high level.
Results on duPont REGISTRY Live were softer overall compared to recent weeks, though several notable auctions still emerged. A 2018 Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series with just 33 miles hammered at $370,000, showing continued demand for ultra-low-mileage limited-production 991.2 models (only 500 units produced). The multi-award-winning custom 1966 Chevrolet Suburban “Lime Crush” built by Roadster Shop achieved a high bid of $181,000 ($190,050 including Buyer’s Premium), while a 2008 Tesla Roadster Signature 100 Edition hammered at $80,500, highlighting growing interest in early landmark EVs.
The strongest broader trend this week may have been the continued rise of professionally built muscle car restomods. Hagerty Marketplace saw two LS3-powered Chevrolet Camaros generate strong bidding activity, including a 1968 Camaro that sold for $85,600 and a 1969 example that reached a $115,000 high bid without meeting reserve. By comparison, a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Tribute reached a hammer price of $43,050 on duPont REGISTRY Live, highlighting the premium buyers increasingly place on modern drivetrains and professionally integrated builds.
Ford restomods followed a similar trajectory. Bring a Trailer saw a Revology-built Mustang Fastback sell for $246,000 alongside a 1967 Shelby GT500CR by Classic Recreations at $247,000, both powered by modern Coyote 5.0L V8s. A family-owned 1966 Shelby GT350 also achieved $190,000, while a 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Eleanor Tribute hammered at $87,500 on duPont REGISTRY Live.
The following highlights break down the individual sales that best illustrate these broader market trends.
Market Spotlight
2024 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport
Bonhams Miami - $4,340,000
One of just 80 Chiron Super Sports produced globally, this U.S.-specification example was delivered new through Bugatti St. Louis and only showed 1,310 miles at the time of cataloging. Finished in exposed Black Carbon with Jet Grey accents over a Beluga Black and Italian Red leather interior, the car is configured with nearly $480,000 in factory options, including the highly desirable Sky View roof system. Featuring Bugatti’s signature longtail aerodynamic design, the Super Sport pairs the brand’s 1,578-horsepower quad-turbocharged W16 with increased aerodynamic efficiency and a more driver-focused high-speed character. Results at this level continue to highlight strong collector demand for well-optioned late-production Bugatti hypercars.
Credit: Bonhams
2012 Lexus LFA
Bring a Trailer - $1,810,000
This Pearl White Lexus LFA achieved one of the strongest public results to date for the model, more than doubling its $712,500 duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) benchmark. Showing just 748 miles, this example is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.8L 1LR-GUE V10 co-developed with Yamaha, and paired with a six-speed automated sequential gearbox. As chassis #487 of only 500 produced worldwide, the LFA continues to gain momentum as one of the defining analog supercars of the modern era. Its lightweight carbon-composite construction, high-revving, evocative V10 soundtrack, and limited production have increasingly positioned it alongside other 2000s icons such as the V10-powered Porsche Carrera GT in collector discussions.
Credit: Bring a Trailer
2018 Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series
duPont REGISTRY Live – Hammer Price of $370,000
Showing just 33 miles when the auction ended, this 991.2 Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series highlights continued demand for ultra-low-mileage modern limited-production Porsches. One of only 500 examples produced worldwide, the Exclusive Series features a distinctive Golden Yellow Metallic finish with exposed carbon fiber accents and extensive Exclusive Manufaktur detailing throughout the cabin and exterior. Powered by a 3.8L twin-turbocharged flat-six paired with Porsche’s PDK transmission and all-wheel drive system, this example stands out for its virtually untouched condition and highly bespoke factory specification.
Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live
Supercharged 2005 Acura NSX-T 6-Speed
Bring a Trailer - $350,000
This supercharged Acura NSX-T significantly outperformed its $62,576 dRi benchmark, illustrating how low mileage, provenance, and period-correct modifications can materially influence valuation. Showing approximately 3,000 miles, the car pairs its 3.2L DOHC V6 with a Comptech supercharger and a factory 6-speed manual transmission. Additional upgrades include Comptech suspension components, brakes, exhaust, and transmission equipment, all installed early in the car’s life. While modified examples do not always command premiums, enthusiast-oriented builds with documented history and tasteful execution continue to attract strong buyer interest, particularly within analog Japanese performance cars.
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1966 Chevrolet Suburban “Lime Crush”
duPont REGISTRY Live – Hammer Price of $181,000
Built by The Roadster Shop and designed by Boyd Coddington Jr., “Lime Crush” is a ‘66 Chevrolet Suburban that represents the upper tier of the modern restomod market. Powered by a GM ZZ502 big block V8 producing a reported 502 horsepower, the build features a Roadster Shop chassis, custom teakwood interior elements, and award-winning paintwork by Charlie Hutton. Originally built for Mr. Gasket and displayed at SEMA, the project reportedly carries over $550,000 in build investment. Results like this continue to demonstrate that professionally executed custom builds with recognizable builders and show pedigree can command substantial premiums within the broader collector truck segment.
Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live
