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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 Khris Bharath – November 08, 2026

10 Celebrity, Athlete and Influencer Cars That Surfaced on duPont REGISTRY Live

Limited production, rare specifications, and low mileage tend to dominate the conversation around collector cars, but a notable ownership history can add another dimension entirely to a car’s appeal. With the first anniversary of duPont REGISTRY Live fast approaching, we’re continuing our series looking back at the cars and moments that have defined the platform’s inaugural year. Last week, we counted down the 10 cars that achieved the highest results on dR Live so far. This week, our focus shifts to cars connected to everyone from Grammy-winning musicians and Hollywood A-listers to championship-winning athletes, prominent social media personalities, and some of the automotive world’s most recognizable figures. 10. 1969 Chevrolet Camaro LSX Restomod | Chris Carpenter | $138,075 Kicking things off is a car that looks familiar from a distance but becomes considerably more serious the closer you get. Built for and previously owned by two-time MLB World Series champion and Cy Young Award winner Chris Carpenter, this custom 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible brought in $138,075* during a three-hour duPont Drop Flash Sale. Underneath the classic bodywork sits a supercharged 454-cubic-inch LSX V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 9.0-inch rear end. An Art Morrison G-Max chassis, C5 Corvette front suspension, adjustable coilovers, and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes further separate it from a standard Gen-1 Camaro. The changes are equally extensive outside, where shaved door handles, RS-style hideaway headlights, custom wheels, and a black power-operated top create a cleaner, more contemporary look. Inside, a fully customized leather cabin features yellow contrast stitching, a Sparco steering wheel, and AutoMeter instrumentation, rounding out this open-top American restomod's specifications. View Result 9. 2024 Mercedes-Maybach S680 | George Strait | $175,875 Taking this list in an entirely different direction is this 2024 Mercedes-Maybach S680, previously owned by Grammy-winning country music icon George Strait. The black-on-black flagship limo with 20-inch forged monobloc wheels brought $175,875* and showed just 4,950 miles when offered. While most of the cars here put the emphasis on outright performance, the Maybach is all about making speed and distance feel effortless. Its 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V12 under the hood sends power through a nine-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels, but its real appeal lies inside. The Executive Rear Seat Package adds reclining rear seats, while all four seating positions offer heating, ventilation, and massage functionality. Dual rear entertainment displays, heated and chilled cupholders, and a Burmester 4D surround-sound system further elevate the cabin. Despite its understated appearance, this S680 with its plush AIRMATIC suspension represents one of the most luxurious and comprehensively equipped cars on this list. View Result 8. 1968 Ford Mustang “Eleanor” Restomod | Jon Bon Jovi | $195,300 Staying with the musicians but returning to American performance, this 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback previously owned by Jon Bon Jovi brought $195,300*. Finished in Pepper Silver with Le Mans-style black stripes, the car was reimagined as an Eleanor-style restomod inspired by the unmistakable Mustang from the 2000 film Gone in 60 Seconds. Notably, this is not a factory Shelby or licensed continuation model. Instead, it is a custom build featuring the familiar GT500-inspired hood, revised fascias, side-exit exhaust, and other styling elements associated with Eleanor. A 351-cubic-inch Cleveland V8 replaces the original 289 and pairs with a four-speed manual transmission, while Baer four-wheel disc brakes help bring its stopping ability closer to modern standards. The cabin continues the theme with Shelby-branded seating, Simpson racing harnesses and a wood-rim steering wheel. Carroll Shelby’s signature across the dashboard added another notable name to a Mustang already carrying plenty of pop-culture provenance. View Result 7. 1999 Nissan GT-R V-Spec (R34) | Supercar Ron | $288,225 Representing Japan on this otherwise European- and American-heavy list is this 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec, which brought $288,225*. Previously owned by social media personality and noted collector Supercar Ron, the R34 is finished in arguably the model’s most recognizable color: Midnight Purple. More important than the color, however, was its condition. Showing just 16,864 kilometers, or roughly 10,500 miles, the car remained largely stock and retained its original paint and RB26DETT 2.6-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six. A six-speed manual transmission, ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive and HICAS four-wheel steering complete the technology-heavy specification that helped turn the R34 into a performance icon. Black NISMO LMGT4 wheels and NISMO side skirts added just enough visual aggression without straying far from the original formula. Combined with its mileage, condition, and documented connection to Supercar Ron, it was an especially compelling example of a car whose following now extends well beyond the traditional Japanese-car community. View Result 6. 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS | Bruce Canepa | $366,713 Next up is a Porsche with provenance that will mean something to anyone familiar with the upper end of the collector-car world. Previously owned by renowned Porsche specialist Bruce Canepa, this 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS brought $366,713*. Finished in a vibrant orange with 17,351 miles on the odometer when offered, this 997-generation RS pairs a naturally aspirated 3.6-liter Mezger flat-six with a six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. That is already an enticing formula, but this example goes further. Gold BBS wheels, JRZ suspension and an Akrapovič exhaust sharpen its appearance and performance, while Carrera GT carbon-fiber bucket seats, a MOMO steering wheel and a paint-matched roll cage make the cabin feel even more purposeful. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes and the Sport Chrono Package are also part of the specification. Two keys, Schroth harnesses, and a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity add documentation to an already notable combination of specialist ownership, analog performance and distinctive presentation. View Result 5. 2003 Lamborghini Murciélago | Nicolas Cage | $379,050 . Bringing Hollywood into our countdown is this analog-era 2003 Lamborghini Murciélago, previously owned by Academy Award-winning actor and longtime car collector Nicolas Cage. Finished in Giallo Orion, this flagship Lambo brought $379,050* and showed just over 44,500 miles when offered. Cage’s ownership is an interesting part of the story, but the specification is arguably just as significant. This particular example is one of roughly 316 first-generation 6.2-liter manual coupes delivered to the United States, pairing its naturally aspirated V12 with a factory six-speed gated manual transmission and all-wheel drive. The Murciélago also received an extensive major service from Lamborghini Las Vegas shortly before appearing on duPont REGISTRY Live. The work reportedly exceeded $63,000 and included a replacement clutch, spark plugs, filters, brake pads, belts, hoses, and various fluid services. An aftermarket Fabspeed exhaust further amplifies the mid-mounted naturally aspirated V12. View Result 4. 2024 Porsche 911 S/T | Adam Levine | $616,350 As the results climb, we return to Porsche with this 2024 911 S/T, previously part of the collection of Grammy-winning musician and Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine. Showing just 253 miles when offered, it brought in $616,350*. Finished in Shore Blue Metallic, the car features the Heritage Design Package, pairing its understated exterior with a Black and Classic Cognac leather interior. Nearly $37,000 in factory options further elevate the specification of this particular example. Created to celebrate the 911’s 60th anniversary, the S/T is limited to 1,963 examples worldwide. It combines the naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six from the GT3 RS with a six-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, and an extensive weight-reduction program. Carbon-fiber body panels, magnesium center-lock wheels, and lightweight glass helped make it the lightest member of the 992-generation family at launch. View Result 3. 2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 | Daily Driven Exotics | $816,900 Breaking into the top three is the second gated-manual Lamborghini on our list, although this one carries a very different ownership story. Previously owned by the team behind Daily Driven Exotics (DDE), this 2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 with 41,577 miles when offered brought $816,900*. The Daily Driven Exotics connection gives this car immediate social media recognition, but its rarity is the larger takeaway. This is one of only 26 factory-gated LP640 coupes delivered to the United States, combining a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 with a six-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive. Finished in Giallo Orion, it features gloss black Hemera-style wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, electronically controlled damping and a front-axle lift system. Inside, Nero Perseus and Giallo leather are joined by carbon-fiber trim and an updated Kenwood touchscreen. Following an incident in 2022, the car underwent professional repairs and a complete refinish by Royalty Exotic Cars in Las Vegas. Full paint protection film and an upgraded exhaust complete the specification. View Result 2. 2003 Saleen S7 | Roger Rodas and Always Evolving | $945,000 Sitting one spot below the top of our list is an American supercar with one of the most distinctive silhouettes of its era. This 2003 Saleen S7 showed just 1,910 miles when offered and brought $945,000* following an energetic auction that generated 473 bids. Best known for its tuned Ford Mustangs, Saleen created the S7 as a clean-sheet, mid-engine supercar. Designed by Phil Frank with chassis-development assistance from England’s Ray Mallock Limited, it pairs carbon-fiber bodywork with a chrome-moly steel space frame and extensive functional aerodynamics. A mid-mounted, naturally aspirated 7.0-liter V8 produces 550 horsepower and sends power to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. Chassis 03-024 is believed to be the 8th of 22 naturally aspirated S7s produced. Finished in Speedlab Silver, it is also one of only two S7 road cars reportedly built without the polished-wheel upgrade. The car was previously owned by Roger Rodas and formed part of the collection at Always Evolving, the performance shop Rodas operated with the late Paul Walker. Founder Steve Saleen’s signature under the driver-side butterfly door completes an already compelling specification. View Result 1. 2024 Rimac Nevera | Steve Hamilton and The Hamilton Collection | $1,352,400 Topping this list by a considerable margin is the first Rimac ever offered on duPont REGISTRY Live. Originally specified by Steve Hamilton of The Hamilton Collection, this 2024 Nevera brought $1,352,400*. Chassis #69-of-150 is finished in a bespoke purple exterior over black Alcantara with vivid lime-green accents. The dashboard also carries the signature of Rimac founder Mate Rimac, adding a personal detail from one of the most influential figures in the modern performance-car industry. Coming to performance, four electric motors produce a combined 1,914 horsepower and 1,741 pound-feet of torque, helping the Nevera accelerate from zero to 60 mph in a claimed 1.85 seconds. Showing 3,788 miles when offered, the car was accompanied by its battery charger, car cover, owner’s manual, key box, and one key. Between its Hamilton Collection provenance, bespoke specification, and seven-figure result, this all-electric hypercar sits in a different league from the other cars in this countdown. View Result If you're interested in financing any exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified. *Listed prices include a 5% Buyer's Premium, which applies to all lots. All sales are subject to duPont REGISTRY Live's 14-Day Return Policy and standard purchase and sale terms.

By Khris Bharath – November 08, 2026

1-of-1 Ford GT Leads November's Opening Week on dR LIVE as 9 V12s Headline Upcoming Docket

November opened with another eventful week on duPont REGISTRY Live, bringing together modern exotics, limited-production performance cars, and increasingly collectible analog favorites. Rare factory specifications and exceptionally low-mileage examples attracted attention, while several results offered interesting comparisons with broader collector-car market trends. Looking ahead, hypercars dominate the upcoming docket, joined by naturally aspirated V12s, gated-manual exotics, and extensively personalized luxury vehicles. Lots Closed: Highlights 9 cars hammered this past week on duPont REGISTRY Live, led by a 2017 Ford GT we spotlighted last week. Reportedly the only 2017 example ordered in Riviera Blue, this 3,968-mile example finished at $810,600*, making it the week's highest result. Carrying serial #40 in homage to the original GT40, the result sits roughly 8.5% away from the $886,000 median recorded across 20 second-generation Ford GT auction transactions in 2026, while the model's current duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value sits at just under $1 million. Another standout result was the exceptionally preserved 1987 Buick GNX, which hit $400,050*. #340 of just 547 produced, this remarkable example has covered only 116 original miles and also retains factory protective plastics inside. The result ranks second among three recorded GNX auction transactions over the past 12 months, matching the model's roughly $400,000 median and trailing a $434,000 high established in September. A 5,000-mile 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Extreme followed at $381,675*, adding another increasingly collectible American performance car to the week's results. 2 examples of Ferrari's celebrated 430 Scuderia also hammered this week, with a 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia, finished in Grigio Silverstone over red Alcantara, reaching $559,125*, while the Bianco Avus 2008 example brought $355,950*. We've seen a steady flow of these analog-era favorites on the platform over the past 12 months, with the $203,175 difference between this week's examples highlighting just how widely individual results can vary. For context, previous 430 Scuderia coupe results on dR LIVE have ranged from approximately $369,600 to $754,000 over the same period, while two limited-production Spider 16M examples have exceeded $960,000. Other modern exotic results included a heavily modified 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO, which reached $466,463*. Equipped with a Sheepey Race twin-turbo system rated at 1,700 horsepower and an all-wheel-drive conversion, this example departs considerably from Lamborghini's original track-focused formula. A 2020 Bentley Continental GT with Mulliner Driving Specification returned $147,525*, while a 2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing brought $124,950* during a 30-minute duPont Drop Flash Sale. Rounding out the week's results, a 6,400-mile 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R in AMG Green Hell Magno at $110,775*. Upcoming Lots: Highlights <- Gallery -> 9 of the 17 cars currently open for bidding on duPont REGISTRY Live feature V12 engines, making twelve-cylinder performance the defining theme of the upcoming docket. Leading Ferrari's contingent is a 2016 F12tdf, finished in Rosso Corsa and showing just 300 miles, with 6 days remaining. Another standout is a 2022 Ferrari 812 Competizione, one of 999 coupes produced, finished in four-layer Bianco Italia with a Rosso Fuoco racing stripe. Showing just 942 miles, this 819-horsepower V12 special series has 17 days to go. Lamborghini's V12 heritage is equally well represented, beginning with a 2021 Aventador SVJ 63 Roadster, one of just 63 produced worldwide. Showing 119 verified miles and retaining its original factory configuration, this limited-production Roadster is currently bid to $163,163 in bidding with 13 days remaining. For collectors who prefer three pedals, a 2005 Lamborghini Murciélago combines its original 6.2-liter V12 with a factory gated manual transmission. Finished in Rosso Vik, bidding has reached $451,500 with just 5 days remaining. Ferrari's V12 selection extends beyond its limited-production special series, with a Blu Swaters 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello currently at $300,000 with 3 days to go. A 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB with the factory HGTE package joins the selection, alongside a Celeste Metallic 2023 Ferrari Purosangue currently at $310,000. 2 extensively personalized 2027 Rolls-Royce Cullinans complete the V12 lineup, both showing just 35 miles. The Mansory Emperor conversion is currently at $550,786 with 3 days remaining, while an Urban Automotive widebody example sits at $400,000 with 5 days remaining. Beyond the twelve-cylinders, a 2019 McLaren Senna brings another limited-production hypercar to the docket. Finished in MSO Obsidian Black,#226 of 500 produced has covered just 1,767 miles, with 16 days to go. A one-off 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Verde Pino Metallic over matching Verde leather offers another unusual specification, with 12 days left. Elsewhere, a 1-of-1 Paint to Sample Vesuvio Metallic 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS has reached $410,000 with 5 days remaining, while a Giallo Modena 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider adds another naturally aspirated Ferrari to the selection. View All Lots on duPont REGISTRY Live If you're interested in financing any other exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified. *** A 5% Buyer's Premium applies to all lots. A hammered result confirms that an auction has ended and does not represent a completed transaction. All sales are subject to duPont REGISTRY Live's 14-Day Return Policy and standard purchase and sale terms.

By Jordan Aquistapace – November 06, 2026

1-of-1 PTS Porsche 911 GT3 RS (997) Heads to Auction on dR LIVE

If there’s one question guaranteed to divide a room full of passionate Porsche purists, it’s which generation of the 911 GT3 RS deserves the top spot. Between Mezger-designed engines, manual transmissions, and F1-inspired aerodynamics, there’s no shortage of arguments to be made for each generation. Everyone has their own idea of what makes the ultimate GT3 RS, but the collector car market offers an interesting perspective on the debate. Looking at what buyers are willing to pay for certain eras of analog Porsches, the 997-generation 911 GT3 RS has emerged as a fan favorite, skyrocketing in value and popularity among collectors. Offering the opportunity to acquire an example unlike any other, duPont REGISTRY LIVE is proud to showcase this 1-of-1 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS as part of its inventory of exotics being auctioned off online. Rather than choosing one of the standard factory colors available in 2011, including Carrera White, Arctic Silver Metallic, Viper Green, and Pure Orange, the original owner went a different route, opting for Vesuvio Metallic through Porsche's $5,000 Paint-to-Sample program. That makes this example extra special, not only because just 46 U.S. 997 GT3 RS builds were ever spec'd with PTS, but because it's the only one finished in this color to ever exist. RS Gold accents add contrast to the unusually flattering shade, sparking touches of color on the decals, aero trim, side mirrors, rear wing end-plates, and 19-inch centerlock wheels. Engineered as a road-legal race car, Porsche also options all GT3 RSs standard with PCCBs (Porsche Carbon Ceramic Brakes).The interior is where Porsche's racing influence really comes into focus. The cabin was designed with future track time in mind, putting weight savings and driver engagement ahead of the creature comforts found in more modern sports cars. That's not to say it's completely stripped down, as it still comes equipped with cold A/C, an infotainment display, and a pretty impressive sound system. But take it out on the track, and it's easy to see how closely the 997 GT3 RS's DNA is tied to Porsche's factory GT race cars. Black leather and Alcantara cover nearly every inch of the interior, with subtle silver contrast stitching on the dash, door trim, and one-piece bucket seats. At the heart of the 997 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a naturally aspirated 3.8L flat-six engine, part of the Mezger engine family that helped establish the reputation of Porsche’s modern GT cars. It produces 450 horsepower at 7,900 rpm and 317 lb-ft of torque at 6,750 rpm, with a redline around 8,500 rpm that rewards drivers willing to keep the engine spinning. Power goes to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission with shorter gearing than the standard GT3, putting the driver in control of every shift. Weighing approximately 3,020 pounds, the GT3 RS can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in around 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 193 mph. This 1-of-1 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is now live on duPont REGISTRY LIVE. Click the button below to check it out. View Auction Listing

By Khris Bharath – November 03, 2026

Rare Rosso Vik 2005 Lamborghini Murciélago With Factory-Gated Manual Surfaces on duPont REGISTRY Live

The analog-era V12 Lamborghini has become one of the most sought-after shapes in the collector car market, and those cars with three pedals sit right near the very top. This 2005 Lamborghini Murciélago, up for auction now on duPont REGISTRY Live, certainly fits that narrative. Finished in Rosso Vik with 12,702 miles, it packs the increasingly desirable factory-fitted gated six-speed manual. The Murciélago arrived in 2001 as the Diablo’s successor, the first all-new Lamborghini built under Audi-VW ownership. Luc Donckerwolke penned its shape, building on the wedge-era lineage that Marcello Gandini established with the Diablo and Coutach before it. While the Murci retains Lambo’s iconic scissor doors and dramatic proportions, it adds everyday usability that its predecessors lacked. This particular example comes from the original 6.2-liter generation, commonly known today as the LP 580-4, with its naturally aspirated V12 putting out 572 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque, with a claimed top speed of 205 mph. Power goes to all four wheels through the aforementioned factory-gated six-speed manual. That gearbox is the whole point, because the Murciélago comes from a time when Formula 1-style automated manuals were all the rage, and Lamborghini introduced E-Gear during the model’s original production run. Two decades on, and the preference has flipped completely. Back when E-Gear-equipped cars gained popularity and the Murciélago evolved, factory manuals became progressively rarer going into the LP 640s. What represented the old-school choice when this car was new has since become one of the specifications collectors seek out today, one that Petrolicious also highlighted among the last great analog supercars. <- Gallery -> That demand also explains a wider ongoing trend. The Murciélago is now one of the primary models undergoing aftermarket gated-manual conversions, as seen with these two converted Roadsters. A factory three-pedal car like the car seen here, meanwhile, needs no such transformation, preserving the specification with which it originally left Sant’Agata. Then there is the color. The short-lived Rosso Vik is a factory shade that is a fairly uncommon sight on the Murciélago and gives this example another distinguishing feature beyond its transmission. Against the car’s angular bodywork, it makes an already dramatic shape considerably harder to overlook. Existing production estimates put the number of manual 6.2-liter coupes at 985, with roughly 316 delivered to the United States. Additional highlights include contrasting silver 18-inch Hercules wheels with grey calipers, deployable active air intakes, a carbon-fiber engine bay, and a Larini exhaust that sharpens this mid-engine exotic’s already evocative 12-cylinder soundtrack. Inside, Nero Perseus leather and Alcantara pair with contrasting red stitching, while the original window sticker lists a Harman Kardon Radio + Nav system among the factory options and proper analog dials. The polished gated shifter also takes center stage in this cockpit. Front-end PPF helps preserve the Rosso Vik finish, and the car comes with two keys, the original window sticker, and owner’s booklets, backed by a clean CARFAX. Finding an early Murciélago with three pedals is becoming difficult enough. This Rosso Vik example presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a rare factory three-pedal specification and package that delivers the ultimate in driver engagement from the Italian supercar maker. Click the link below to view the complete listing, explore additional photographs, and place your bid. View Listing If you're interested in financing any exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified.

By Khris Bharath – November 01, 2026

$2.79 Million Ferrari F12tdf Tops duPont REGISTRY Live Results as 1-of-1 Ford GT Headlines the Week Ahead

As we close out October, another busy week on duPont REGISTRY Live brought a broad mix of modern exotics, limited-production performance cars, and increasingly collectible analog favorites. A seven-figure Ferrari result from Maranello led the way, while two duPont Drop Flash Sales, several exceptionally low-mileage cars, and rare factory specifications added further variety. The current docket carries that momentum forward, with two examples of a celebrated Ferrari special series, a 116-mile '80s American icon, a one-off Ford specification and an equally distinctive Paint to Sample Porsche among the highlights. Lots Closed: Highlights 13 cars hammered this past week on duPont REGISTRY Live, led by a 2017 Ferrari F12tdf. Leading last week’s docket, this Rosso F1 example closed at $2,789,325*, comfortably making it the week’s top result. One of just 799 produced globally, this 7,275-mile car carried more than $180,000 in factory options, pushing its original sticker to nearly $673,000. Roughly $45,000 of that went toward carbon-fiber options alone. The result comes amid a remarkable year for the F12tdf, with six examples exceeding $2.5 million at auction in 2026 and the year’s highest reaching $4.185 million. The F12tdf’s current duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value now sits at $3.7 million, while our latest October data shows values up approximately 135% year-over-year. A 2024 McLaren 750S followed at $472,238*. Showing roughly 1,600 miles, it stands out with its MSO Bespoke Velocity Fade finish, carbon-fiber bucket seats and extensive paint-matched carbon details. A 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, previously owned by renowned Porsche specialist Bruce Canepa, reached $366,713*. Finished in orange over a black leather and Alcantara interior, this 17,351-mile 997 combines a naturally aspirated 3.6-liter Mezger flat-six and six-speed manual with several upgrades, including JRZ suspension, an Akrapovič exhaust, BBS Gold wheels and Carrera GT carbon-fiber bucket seats. Italian performance continued its streak with a Giallo Modena 2007 Ferrari F430 Spider at $229,425*, while a 730-mile 2023 Maserati MC20 brought $178,500* during a 45-minute duPont Drop Flash Sale on Saturday. Two very different performance cars finished just $525 apart, with the 1-of-50 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Ad Personam Red Edition reaching $134,925* and the 362-mile 2010 Chevrolet C6 Corvette ZR1 we spotlighted last week closing at $134,400*. A numbers-matching European-market 1973 BMW 3.0 CSi followed at $131,250*, while a 2016 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet and 2018 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S closed at $111,825* and $102,638*, respectively. A 2024 BMW M850i brought $64,050* during another 15-minute duPont Drop Flash Sale, followed by a restored 1994 Mercedes-Benz G350TD Cabriolet at $63,525* and the period-modified 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 TE 3.4 AMG wagon we spotlighted last week at $40,950*. Upcoming Lots: Highlights <- Gallery -> 11 cars are currently open for bidding, and the latest docket includes not one, but two examples of Ferrari’s track-focused 430 Scuderia. A 2008 Ferrari 430 Scuderia finished in Bianco Avus over Nero leather is currently at $320,000 with 2 days remaining, while a 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia in Grigio Silverstone with a red Alcantara interior is at $82,500 with 4 days to go. Both combine Ferrari’s naturally aspirated 4.3-liter V8 with extensive weight reduction and the fast-shifting six-speed F1 transmission. The 1987 Buick GNX we mentioned last week has reached $172,000 with 2 days remaining. #340 of only 547 produced, this stunning example has covered just 116 miles and remarkably retains factory plastic inside. Another American modern performance icon, a 5,000-mile 2016 Dodge Viper ACR Extreme, combines an 8.4-liter naturally aspirated V10 and six-speed manual with carbon-ceramic brakes and the Extreme Aero Package. A 2017 Ford GT we spotlighted earlier this week leads the coming week and is currently at $407,000 with four days remaining. Reportedly the only 2017 example ordered in Riviera Blue, it carries serial number 40 in homage to the GT40 and shows 3,968 miles on the odometer. At the other end of the spectrum, a 2022 Lamborghini Huracán STO has been extensively modified with a Sheepey Race twin-turbo system rated at 1,700 horsepower and an all-wheel-drive conversion. It is currently at $251,000 with 4 days to go. A 1-of-1 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS brings another rare specification to the docket. Only 46 Paint to Sample 997.2 GT3 RS 3.8s were built for North America, and this is the sole example finished in Vesuvio Metallic. Its naturally aspirated 3.8-liter Mezger flat-six, six-speed manual, and Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes complete one of the most compelling combinations and is currently bid to $300,000 with 8 days to go. A Celeste Metallic 2023 Ferrari Purosangue, Extra Range Rosso Dino 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider, AMG Green Hell Magno 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R, and Mulliner-equipped 2020 Bentley Continental GT round out the current docket. View All Lots on duPont REGISTRY Live If you're interested in financing any other exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified. *** A 5% Buyer's Premium applies to all lots. A hammered result confirms that an auction has ended and does not represent a completed transaction. All sales are subject to duPont REGISTRY Live's 14-Day Return Policy and standard purchase and sale terms.

By Khris Bharath – October 31, 2026

Top 10 Results in duPont REGISTRY Live’s Inaugural Year

It has been nearly a year since duPont REGISTRY Live entered the highly competitive online auction space, bringing the no-reserve format and a 100% sell-through rate to a name backed by over 4 decades of exotic and luxury car expertise. Since mid-November 2025, dR Live has become an increasingly important part of duPont REGISTRY Group’s rapidly expanding portfolio. While limited-production supercars and hypercars remain a constant, the roster of automobiles to have been offered on the platform now reaches far beyond them. Factory prototypes, track-only machines, celebrity-owned cars, custom cars, restomods, classics, vintage cars, off-roaders and a growing number of analog-era favorites have all crossed the block. In that relatively short span, duPont REGISTRY Live has also produced several milestone results, including the first 8-figure online automotive auction result in history and several others on this list. Along the way, dR has expanded the auction experience through curated Flash Sales and select in-person auctions, creating new ways to bring significant cars and collectors together. With our first anniversary approaching fast, over the next few weeks, we'll be looking back at some of the cars and moments that have defined the platform’s inaugural year, and we are starting with the most obvious list of all: the 10 highest auction results recorded on duPont REGISTRY Live since the platform launched in mid-November 2025. 10. 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder | $3,117,450 Kicking things off with this 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, which brought $3,117,450* and sits at the bottom of our Top 10 list. Finished in Guards Red over Garnet Red leather with silver piping, this Holy Trinity hypercar is #322 of 918 produced worldwide and had just 420 miles when it was offered. Porsche’s CXX Special Wishes Custom Tailoring option and Carbon Fiber Interior Package further distinguish its specification. A naturally aspirated 4.6-liter V8 works with twin electric motors (hence the acid green accents, referencing the e-Hybrid system) to produce a combined 887 horsepower routed to the pavement through all-wheel drive. While this result established a public-auction benchmark for a standard, non-Weissach 918 Spyder, it is not the only time that the 918 Spyder will appear on this list. View Result 9. 2015 McLaren P1 Spider | $3,465,000 Staying with the “Holy Trinity,” next up is this unique 2015 McLaren P1, chassis #209, the 2nd of only 5 P1s converted by Lanzante into a Spider form seen here. At $3,465,000*, it established a new public-auction benchmark for the model at the time. Finished in a Gulf-inspired racing livery, it features a contrasting white SuperFabric leather interior. Before its transformation, McLaren Special Operations finished the car in one-off Professor 2 Blue for its original owner, a Harvard Business School professor, earning it the nickname “the Professor.” Original P1 designer Paul Howse led the Spider redesign, while the 903-horsepower hybrid powertrain remains unchanged. Showing 2,935 miles when it was offered, this significantly rarer interpretation of the 375 McLaren P1 coupes, originally produced worldwide. View Result 8. 2017 Ferrari F12 TDF | $3,596,250 Breaking up the hybrid hypercars is this naturally-aspirated 2017 Ferrari F12tdf, which brought in $3,596,250* and ranked among the strongest F12tdf sales publicly recorded this year. Finished in Bianco Avus with an extended Blu NART livery over Blu Sterling leather, this example had just 1,595 miles when offered. Ferrari’s Atelier personalization program distinguishes the specification, while signatures from the assembly-line team under the hood add another distinctive touch. This front-engine V12 also comes from single ownership with its original window sticker, Special Series certificate binder, and full-body paint protection film. Ferrari built just 799 F12tdfs worldwide, including 299 for the U.S. View Result 7. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | $3,721,200 From one naturally aspirated exotic to another, this GT Silver Metallic Porsche Carrera GT brought $3,721,200*. #558 of approximately 1,270 produced, this example was offered with 3,844 miles, its original window sticker, factory documentation, and matching black luggage set. More than $72,000 in documented Porsche dealer servicing included extensive work completed in 2021, while full-body paint protection film helps preserve the exterior. The CGT’s motorsport-derived V10 and the evocative soundtrack, along with the six-speed manual, already make the Carrera GT one of the defining analog supercars of its era. This result ranks among the model’s strongest public auction performances, but much like the non-Weissach 918 we touched on earlier, we have another Carrera GT that sits considerably higher on this list. View Result 6. 2022 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport | $3,792,600 Onto the first of 3 Bugattis on the list is this 2022 Chiron Pur Sport, which brought $3,792,600*. Finished in Exposed Grey Carbon and Blanc over a Tangerine interior, this example carries more than $370,000 in factory options, including the $225,000 Pur Sport Split configuration alone. It had approximately 7,630 miles when offered and represents one of just 60 Pur Sports produced worldwide. Compared to the standard Chiron, Bugatti gave the Pur Sport shorter gearing, revised aerodynamics, and more focused chassis tuning, while also limiting top speed to 218 mph in pursuit of greater response. This result sits among the strongest publicly recorded for this W16-derivative, although it falls short of another example on this list. View Result 5. 1994 Bugatti EB110 GT | $3,806,250 An outlier on the list is this EB110 GT prototype hailing from the pre VW-era, which brought in $3,806,250*, and established a new public-auction benchmark for the EB110 GT. Known as C13, chassis 39012 is 1 of 15 factory prototypes built during the EB110's development program, and the car showed 712 miles when offered here. Bugatti originally built the car in 1992 and used this specific example for promotional and exhibition duties, including appearances at the Bologna Motor Show and London’s Grosvenor House. Its second-series carbon-fiber chassis comes from aerospace specialist Aérospatiale, while the current engine is a factory-era refurbished quad-turbo V12 unit sourced from EB110 chassis 39044. View Result 4. 2023 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport | $4,012,050 Taking us beyond the $4 million mark is the second Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport on the list, this time a 2023 example that brought in $4,012,050* and became the first to break into 7 figures on duPont REGISTRY Live. Finished in a Jaune Molsheim-inspired combination of Nocturne and Giallo Midas over Beluga Black, this car had 6,848 miles under single California ownership when offered. Its options include a $62,000 Sky View roof and a $60,000 Pur Sport interior package, while the yellow-and-black theme references colors associated with Ettore Bugatti’s personal cars. This one ranks third among public Pur Sport results, but notably, 2 examples from a production run of just 60 now sit inside our top 10. View Result 3. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | $4,015,200 Just $3,150 separates the Jaune Molsheim Chiron Pur Sport from this 2005 Porsche Carrera GT, which brought $4,015,200*. Finished in Guards Red over a Dark Grey leather interior, this single-owner example is #969 of approximately 1,270 produced and had 5,600 miles when offered. The car retains its original paint, remains unmodified, and comes with completed recalls and servicing brought up to date. Guards Red makes it considerably rarer, with roughly 80 examples believed to exist worldwide and only 42 delivered to the U.S. The result ranks third among the Carrera GT public-auction results, coming in behind a Fayanece Yellow car ($4.56 million) and Gulf Blue example ($6.1 million), making it the highest ever Guards Red example result. View Result 2. 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder | $4,017,214 Bringing us back to the model that opened this countdown is another 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder, which brought $4,017,214*. #67 of 918 produced, this GT Silver Metallic example pairs a Garnet Red leather interior with the highly desirable Weissach Package and had just 204 miles when offered. Porsche allocated 297 918s to the U.S., with only 162 units receiving Weissach specification. The package shaves roughly 90 pounds through components including magnesium center-lock wheels, titanium hardware, and other lightweight measures. A comprehensive 10-year service in 2025 further strengthened its case. The result ranks second among publicly recorded 918 sales in our data, behind the $6.05 million record for a Paint-to-sample Pure Orange example. View Result 1. 2003 Ferrari Enzo | $13,018,950 Sitting in a completely different league from the other cars on this list is this 2003 Ferrari Enzo, which brought $13,018,950* after an intense final hour of bidding, becoming the first automobile ever to achieve an 8-figure result through an online auction platform. Finished in one-off Rosso Dino, it is believed to be the only Enzo to leave Maranello in this special-order color and had just 3,758 miles when offered. The car retains its original window sticker and luggage set, while a major service completed in December 2024 further added to its appeal. Ferrari built only 400 Enzos worldwide, including 127 for the U.S. Interestingly, this is not the outright Enzo auction record. It ranks third behind two other 2026 results, topped by the Bachman Collection’s Giallo Modena example at $17.875 million. The biggest takeaway from the Rosso Dino car, however, may be its specification. The special-order Rosso Dino paint added just $2,364 to the car’s original $662,694 sticker price. View Result If you're interested in financing any exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified. *** Listed prices include a 5% Buyer's Premium, which applies to all lots. All sales are subject to duPont REGISTRY Live's 14-Day Return Policy and standard purchase and sale terms.

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 30, 2026

1-of-1 Riviera Blue 2017 Ford GT For Sale on duPont REGISTRY LIVE

The Ford GT has earned a top spot among America's most iconic supercars, with a legacy dating back to the 1960s and Ford's historic victories over Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Over the years, the Ford GT has evolved from a race-bred track weapon to an EcoBoost V6-Powered supercar that has skyrocketed in popularity. Now, collectors have the opportunity to own a spec unlike any other in the entire world, as this one-of-one 2017 Ford GT heads to auction on duPont REGISTRY LIVE. The auction is now live and already gaining traction among bidders, with just six days remaining. The winning bidder will be determined on Thursday, November 5th.When it comes to this particular Ford GT, Chassis #40, you have to address the elephant in the room, which happens to be the only example finished in custom Riviera Blue, a color more commonly seen on Porsches. While Ford has never publicly released the number of factory custom-painted GTs produced, it did offer buyers an Extended Color Palette Program when configuring their cars. This included a $45,000 paint-to-sample option and the $30,000 custom non-standard paint option that this car was optioned with. Another reason why this remains a true one-of-one is that it’s the only example optioned without the NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) panel between the occupants and the tub, exposing its carbon finish. Other notable options commonly looked for by Ford GT collectors include a $30,000 exterior carbon fiber package, 20-inch carbon fiber wheels, and factory painted brake calipers. Inside, the interior maintains driver-focused with a minimalistic feel that further cements the fact that it remains purpose-built supercar with racing roots and a legacy derived from Le Mans. The cabin comes layered in Dark Energy Alcantara, with Sparco carbon sport bucket seats securing the driver and passenger for the experience of a lifetime. And as mentioned before, it’s believed to be the only Ford GT optioned with that NVH panel, connecting those inside to the performance powerplant at the rear. Behind the driver sits a 3.5L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 producing 647 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that sends power directly to the rear wheels. While a V6 might seem like an unexpected choice for a supercar with V8-powered predecessors, the Ford GT launches from 0 to 60 mph in around 3 seconds before reaching a top speed of 216 mph. Add in its lightweight carbon-fiber structure and active aero, and it's easy to see how the Ford GT earned its place as an American icon. View Auction Listing

By Khris Bharath – October 25, 2026

F8 Spider Tops 7 Ferrari Results on duPont REGISTRY Live

Another active week unfolded on duPont REGISTRY Live, with factory specials, a curated single-owner collection, and purpose-built performance cars leading a diverse set of results across multiple market segments. Italian exotics accounted for much of the activity, but the week also brought several useful comparisons. The current docket carries that variety forward, combining modern limited-production exotics with analog performance cars and increasingly difficult-to-find classics. Lots Closed: Highlights 14 cars hammered this past week on dR Live, with half of them coming from Maranello. A 2021 F8 Spider, finished in Extracampionara Blu Corsa, with 12,419 miles and roughly $60,000 in factory options, led at $443,100*. Blu Corsa and a substantial options list gave this car plenty of specification appeal, but its five-figure mileage provides important context against lower-mileage F8 Spiders elsewhere in the market. For context, the F8 Spider’s current dRi value of $639,885 gives us another useful benchmark. Also, the F8 occupies an increasingly interesting position as Ferrari's final series-production mid-engine V8 Spider without hybrid assistance. Six Ferraris from the Rosso Eterno Collection also gave us plenty of price comparisons. Two front-engine V12 Ferrari 599 GTBs closed together on the same day. A 2010 car finished in Grigio Silverstone equipped with the roughly $30k factory-HGTE (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) Package and 6,500 miles closed at $403,200*, while a 4,700-mile 2009 car reached $385,350*, leaving only $17,850, or 4.6 percent, between them. The latter combines low mileage with Giallo Modena, an uncommon color on the 599 (~65-70 units of ~3,600 produced worldwide). For some context, the 599 GTB F1 started at $260,000 when new, and these latest results sit approximately 48 percent and 55 percent above the car's original base MSRP in nominal terms. The three 458s produced a much wider spread, led by an extensively optioned 2013 Spider at $307,650*, against $253,575* and $249,375* for a Nero Daytona and Rosso Corsa Italias coupes. That puts the Spider roughly 21 percent above the stronger coupe result. Body style clearly matters, but specification, mileage, and condition complicate the comparison, particularly because the Rosso Corsa coupe showed 27,274 miles and carried Novitec lowering springs and an aftermarket exhaust. The 458 Series is also the last naturally aspirated mid-engine V8 Ferrari. A 2023 Roma completed the collection at $174,825*, giving the six-car consignment a remarkably broad cross-section of modern Ferrari values. Outside Maranello, a 3,797-mile Sarthe Grey 720S Le Mans Edition closed at $305,550*, with only 50 built globally and 19 allocated stateside. The Le Mans Edition carries a specification unavailable on standard 720S production cars and represents one of the more collectible variants within the 720S range. Enthusiast-focused favorites completed the week: with a 2009 Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR, one of 32 in its configuration, reaching $123,375*; while a supercharged six-speed 2002 E46 M3 Touring conversion brought $83,475*; and the Backdraft Cobra 15th Anniversary Edition, one of 15, closed at $73,500*. Upcoming Lots: Highlights <- Gallery -> 12 cars remain open for bidding, led by the Rosso F1 2017 Ferrari F12tdf, currently at $2,001,000 with four days remaining. One of 799 produced globally, this particular example carries more than $180,000 in factory options, pushing its original sticker price to nearly $673,000. Rosso F1 paint and an extensive carbon-fiber specification distinguish this V12 further within an already limited production run. With bidding still open, this is comfortably the highest-value car in the current docket. Moving onto mid-engine exotics, the 1,600-mile McLaren 750S is another heavily specified supercar, finished in MSO Bespoke Velocity Fade with carbon-fiber bucket seats, paint-matched carbon details, front lift, and full-body paint protection film, currently bid to $354,000 with two days to go. A Giallo Modena 2007 F430 Spider is at $126,000 with two days remaining, and a one-of-50 Gallardo LP 560-4 Ad Personam Red Edition at $75,999 with four days remaining, add two naturally aspirated Italian choices to the docket. The Gallardo combines Nero Noctis paint with Rosso Mars accents, while its clear engine cover and contrasting interior make this a particularly distinctive factory specification. Three Porsches are currently active, led by a 997 2007 911 GT3 RS previously owned by Bruce Canepa, showing 17,300 miles and currently bid to $218,000 with four days remaining. A Jet Black 991 2018 911 Carrera 4S with Premium and Sport Chrono Package is at $85,500 with two days to go, while a 991 2016 911 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet in Garnet Red leather is bid to $65,500 with two days left. Onto classics spanning three decades; a numbers-matching European market 1973 BMW 3.0 CSi is at $ 300,000 with two days remaining. A 1987 Buick GNX, number 340 of 547 produced, with just 116 miles, is at $154,000 with nine days left. A rare two-door short-wheelbase Nautical Blue Metallic 1994 Mercedes-Benz G350TD Cabriolet, fully restored, is at $50,500 with four days remaining. Two cars we spotlighted earlier this week are entering their final 48 hours. A 362-mile C6 Corvette ZR1 bid to $109,500, and a period-modified Mercedes-Benz 300 TE 3.4 AMG, high-performance wagon, give collectors and enthusiasts two very different expressions of increasingly desirable analog performance. View All Lots on duPont REGISTRY Live If you're interested in financing any other exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified. *** A 5% Buyer's Premium applies to all lots. A hammered result confirms that an auction has ended and does not represent a completed transaction. All sales are subject to duPont REGISTRY Live's 14-Day Return Policy and standard purchase and sale terms.

By Khris Bharath – October 22, 2026

Packing supercar-level performance, this 200+ MPH manual on duPont REGISTRY Live only has 363 Miles from new

Not that long ago, breaking 200 mph meant shopping in serious exotic car territory, and while plenty of cars can accomplish that today, far fewer can do it with three pedals, rear-wheel drive, and an engine you can literally see through the hood. Meet the C6 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. The C6 Z06 was already serious American performance, pairing a 505-horsepower, naturally aspirated 7.0-liter LS7 with a lightweight chassis, but the ZR1 took that formula considerably further. Built from 2009 through 2013 and developed under the "Blue Devil" nickname, the C6 ZR1 was the ultimate Corvette of its generation, a role the badge continues to occupy today. This 2010 example currently listed on duPont REGISTRY Live only has 363 miles on the odometer. The C6 ZR1 also marked several milestones. Its hand-assembled 6.2-liter LS9 made it the first supercharged production Corvette, and its verified 205-mph top speed made it the first production Corvette to cross 200 mph. All 638 horsepower and 604 pound-feet of torque drive the rear wheels through a Tremec TR-6060 six-speed manual and limited-slip differential. With later ZR1s becoming heavier, and the C7 adopting a seven-speed gearbox, the C6 also represents the last sub-3,400-pound ZR1, the last to use a six-speed manual and the last generation to feature round taillights. Its exotic hardware went well beyond horsepower. Carbon-fiber front fenders, roof, splitter, and rocker panels helped save weight, while huge Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes measured 15.5 inches up front. The carbon-fiber hood incorporated perhaps the car's most recognizable detail: a raised clear polycarbonate window displaying the intercooler beneath. The C6 ZR1 was so much more than straight-line, tire-shredding V8 performance. GM development engineer Jim Mero drove a production-spec ZR1 around the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7:26.4. This particular example seen here is rare even among ZR1s. Chevrolet built 1,577 for 2010, but only 89 were painted Velocity Yellow Tincoat. An estimated 272 were delivered in this color during the model's five-year production run. This particular car also features the $10,000 3ZR Premium Equipment Group, which added a custom leather-wrapped interior, Bose seven-speaker audio, heated seats, memory settings, a power-telescoping steering column, adjustable sport seats, a six-way power passenger seat, Bluetooth, navigation, a universal home remote, a luggage shade, and a cargo net. <- Gallery -> More than a decade and a half after it left the Bowling Green plant in Kentucky, the C6 ZR1 continues to occupy an interesting place in Corvette history. It comes from an era before turbocharging, hybrid assistance, and the move to a mid-engine layout with the C8 in 2020 changed the formula entirely. The C6 ZR1's approach was comparatively simple: put a hand-built supercharged V8 with big power in a lightweight chassis, and give it enough braking and aerodynamic capability to run with some of the fastest exotics of its era. When Chevrolet introduced the C6 ZR1, GM claimed the ZR1 had a better power-to-weight ratio than the contemporary Porsche 911 GT2, Ferrari 599 GTB, and Lamborghini Murciélago LP640. That was the company effectively saying the Corvette had graduated into exotic-car territory. For this one, almost all of that capability remains virtually unused. Click the link below for more details and to view the complete listing. View Live Listing If you're interested in financing these cars or any other exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified.

By Khris Bharath – October 21, 2026

Two Rare German Performance Wagons Hit the Block on duPont REGISTRY Live

Long before performance SUVs became the default answer for those needing extra space and high speed, Germany had already perfected a more discreet formula: combine the practicality of a wagon with the hardware of a genuine performance car, creating something capable of devouring the Autobahn with your family and dog along for the ride. Two very different interpretations of that idea are currently open for bidding on duPont REGISTRY Live, spanning more than a decade of BMW and Mercedes-Benz history. 2002 BMW M3 Touring E46 Conversion Kicking things off with this E46 M3 Touring conversion. Now BMW never truly offered the E46 Touring as an M3, although M GmbH did build a fully functional concept in 2000 to demonstrate that the M3 drivetrain and widened rear bodywork could be adapted to the wagon. More than two decades would pass before BMW finally put an M3 Touring into production with the G81. This Alpine White example attempts to answer that original what-if question. Starting life as a 325i Touring, it was professionally converted by EuroFed Automotive using factory M3 body panels and an S54 3.3-liter inline-six under the hood. An Active Autowerke supercharger and E85 tune lift results in a claimed 600 horsepower, delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual, DKM twin-disc clutch, and Rogue Engineering short shifter. The chassis received equally serious attention with MCS coilovers, H&R sway bars, Vorshlag camber plates, and a reinforced rear subframe. A Porsche 996 Turbo big-brake setup accompanies 19-inch M3 Style 163 wheels. Inside, Recaro buckets, an Alcantara M3 steering wheel, and carbon-fiber trim continue the custom theme. The E46 M3 is highly sought after today, and while BMW produced it in considerably greater numbers than traditional low-volume exotics, those figures narrow significantly once you account for body style, transmission, specification, and condition. BMW never put an E46 M3 Touring into series production, making this professionally converted example an altogether different proposition, since it offers something even the original E46 M3 lineup never did. View Live Listing 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 TE 3.4 AMG The second wagon comes from an entirely different chapter of German performance. This 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 TE was modified in period by AMG Japan and also carries a factory Sportline specification, combining the W124 estate’s long-distance practicality with the more focused character associated with AMG’s formative years. Designed under the direction of longtime Mercedes-Benz design chief Bruno Sacco, the W124 remains one of the clearest expressions of the marque’s restrained late-20th-century design language. Under the hood sits a 3.4-liter AMG straight-six, paired with a five-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The factory Sportline chassis and suspension provide a more sporting foundation, while AMG bodywork and black Monoblock wheels give the otherwise understated estate a suitably purposeful stance. Inside, black leather upholstery, sport seats, a leather sport steering wheel, power-adjustable front seats, and a tilt-and-slide sunroof preserve the comfort and usability for which the W124 is renowned. What makes this example especially compelling is its period AMG Japan provenance. It comes from an era when AMG was evolving from an independent tuning specialist into the performance partner that would eventually become inseparable from Mercedes-Benz. With its elegant Sacco-era wagon body, Sportline specification, and subtle black-on-black presentation, this 300 TE offers a distinctly different interpretation of the German performance wagon format. View Live Listing If you're interested in financing these cars or any other exotic car, be sure to get pre-qualified.

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