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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 duPont REGISTRY – May 29, 2026

The REGISTRY Report: Hypercars, Air-Cooled Porsches, and Modern Performance Cars Anchor Top Results

After last week’s major headlines from Mecum Indy and Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, overall transaction volume moderated slightly. Even so, six- and seven-figure results remained active across duPont REGISTRY Live, Bring a Trailer, Hagerty Marketplace, and Cars & Bids, particularly among low-production analog sports cars, modified air-cooled Porsches, and blue-chip classics and exotics. Porsche once again dominated enthusiast-focused results throughout the week, particularly within the modified and boutique-built air-cooled segment. duPont REGISTRY Live was led by two highly customized air-cooled builds approaching the market from very different philosophies. A 1994 RUF RCT EVO Wide Body hammered at $983,000, while a 1995 Porsche 911 Gunther Werks 400R Greenwich Commission reached $752,777. Despite differing approaches between period-correct RUF engineering and modern carbon-intensive reinterpretation, both results illustrate sustained buyer demand for low-production Porsche builds from globally recognized tuning houses with strong provenance and documentation. Bring a Trailer produced several major blue-chip results, led by a 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport at $4,400,000. Additional seven-figure sales included a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster at $1,451,000, and a 1965 Aston Martin DB5 at $1,276,000 and, validating ongoing strength across historically significant European grand touring and luxury performance cars. Ford GT activity further reinforced strength across modern analog supercars. A 2006 Ford GT finished in Centennial White hammered at $517,000 on duPont REGISTRY Live, aided by its status as #35 of only 222 produced in that specification, along with just 3,315 miles shown. Bring a Trailer produced an even stronger result for a similarly configured 2005 Ford GT at $588,000. The Ferrari 360 Modena Manual market produced two significant results in the same week. A 15,000-mile 2001 example sold for $261,000 on May 22, setting a new confirmed market high per dR Garage, while a 32,000-mile example sold for $172,000 on Bring a Trailer on May 25, representing 93.3% appreciation on the same car's $89,000 sale less than twelve months prior. Both results cleared the model’s current duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value of $118,000 across 195 recorded price points. Manual examples carry a significant premium over F1 transmission counterparts, which carry a current dRi of $93,500, but both sit well below the Challenge Stradale, where the dRi stands at $420,000 across 61 recorded price points. The Ferrari 458 platform also generated notable activity across several platforms. On duPont REGISTRY Live, a 2014 Ferrari 458 Speciale hammered at $377,000, while a standard 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia reached $221,888. Cars & Bids added another interesting outlier with a Mansory Siracusa-converted 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia, achieving $310,000. As the final naturally aspirated mid-engine V8 Ferrari, the 458 platform continues to occupy a unique position within the modern Ferrari market. Median values for the standard 458 Italia have remained relatively stable in and around the $200,000 range over the past several years, while limited-production and heavily customized variants continue to command substantial premiums. Meanwhile, a modified Whipple-supercharged 2006 Ford GT reached a high bid of $438,000 without meeting reserve, suggesting buyers still place a premium on originality and lower-mileage examples despite strong interest in upgraded performance builds. Relative to the model’s original MSRP of approximately $140,000 and a dRi of $485,000, first-generation Ford GT values demonstrate substantial long-term appreciation. Restomods and professionally built custom trucks also remained active. A supercharged LS3-powered 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu reached a high bid of $125,000 on Hagerty Marketplace without meeting reserve, while a 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Restomod by RELIC Custom Restoration hammered at $127,500 on duPont REGISTRY Live. The result follows similar six-figure sales previously achieved by RELIC-built Chevrolet SUVs, signaling sustained demand for high-quality restorations that blend vintage styling with modern drivability and performance upgrades. Modern Chevrolet performance cars also remained active throughout the week. A C7 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 equipped with the seven-speed manual transmission and ZTK Track Performance package hammered at $162,000 on duPont REGISTRY Live. The continued strength of manual-equipped C7 ZR1s points to a broader generational pivot, as collectors increasingly prioritize analog engagement over outright technological advancement. More accessible supercharged Corvette performance was represented by a C6 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport equipped with the Callaway SC606 package at $46,500. Meanwhile, a custom-built 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 commissioned for Mario Andretti achieved $87,740 on Hagerty Marketplace, illustrating how provenance and exclusivity can influence values beyond outright performance specifications alone. Taken together, this week’s results illustrate a market driven primarily by rarity, provenance, analog driving experience, and highly specialized builds. Limited-production halo cars, boutique Porsche reinterpretations, and historically significant classics remain firmly at the forefront of collector demand, with buyers consistently paying substantial premiums for vehicles positioned at the top of their respective enthusiast categories. The following market highlights provide a closer look at the individual sales that best exemplified these broader market trends. Market Highlights 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super SportBring a Trailer - $4,400,000 Showing just 950 miles and equipped with over $238,000 in factory options, this 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport highlights sustained strength in ultra-low-mileage modern hypercars. Powered by an 8.0L quad-turbocharged W16 producing 1,578 horsepower through a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, this hypercar is one of just 60 made, and is finished in Nocturne with black carbon lower bodywork and Tangerine accents. Additional features include the desirable Sky View roof, Accuton sound system, and extensive interior customization. With an original MSRP approaching $4 million, this example represents continued collector demand for late-production Chiron variants configured at the top of Bugatti’s option structure. Credit: Bring a Trailer 1994 RUF RCT EVO Wide BodyduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $983,000 Finished in Connaught Green over a black leather interior, this 1994 RUF RCT EVO Wide Body showcases the German tuner’s approach to transforming the 964-generation platform into a full performance re-engineering project. The car features a numbers-matching 3.6L turbocharged flat-six making 425 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual RUF transmission. With just over 5,400 miles, it remains exceptionally well-kept while benefiting from RUF’s EVO widebody conversion, upgraded suspension, carbon ceramic brakes, and integrated roll cage. The presence of a RUF Zertifikat reinforces its documented pedigree, supporting continued demand for early air-cooled RUF builds within the upper tier of Porsche collectibles. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 1995 Porsche 911 Gunther Werks 400R Greenwich CommissionduPont REGISTRY Live – Hammer Price of $752,777 This 1995 Porsche 911 Gunther Werks 400R Greenwich Commission represents one of 25 bespoke widebody builds from the California-based restomod specialist. Finished in Pearl Green Metallic with carbon fiber–extensive body, the car blends classic 993-era proportions with modern engineering upgrades, including a 4.0L Rothsport-developed air-cooled flat-six producing 431 horsepower. This example was notably campaigned by Randy Pobst at Laguna Seca, adding a rare motorsport credential within the Gunther Werks ecosystem. With JRZ adaptive suspension, Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, and extensive carbon fiber construction, the result reflects continued demand for track-capable, high-end Porsche reinterpretations with documented provenance. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 1993 Ferrari 512 TR SpiderduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $650,000 This 1993 Ferrari 512 TR Spider is one of the rare open-top conversions of the Testarossa lineage, originally commissioned for the Saudi Royal Family and coachbuilt by Lorenz & Rankl. Finished in Rosso Corsa over black Connolly leather, the car is powered by a 4.9L flat-12 engine paired with a gated 5-speed manual transmission. Showing just under 15,000 miles, it benefits from a documented engine-out service and extensive recent mechanical refurbishment. With its manual driving experience, bespoke coachbuilt provenance, and limited production status, the 512 TR Spider continues to occupy a niche but highly desirable position in the analog Ferrari market. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (Mansory Siracusa)Cars & Bids - $310,000 The Ferrari 458 Italia represents the final era of Ferrari’s naturally aspirated V8 mid-engine platform, and this 2011 example is enhanced with a full Mansory Siracusa body kit. Finished in Rosso Corsa over a tan interior with just under 4,000 miles, the car combines extensive aftermarket carbon-fiber styling modifications with a clean California ownership history. Powered by a 4.5L V8 paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, the 458 debuted as Ferrari’s highest-revving production V8. While Mansory conversions can be polarizing, this example demonstrates that low-mileage, highly individualized builds from globally recognized tuning houses can still attract strong buyer interest despite deviating significantly from factory specifications. Credit: Cars & Bids ***Please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research/due-diligence or consult with a financial professional before making investment decisions.

By duPont REGISTRY – May 22, 2026

The REGISTRY Report: Ferrari Icons and Modern Hypercars Dominate Global Auctions

While the past few weeks produced fewer headline-grabbing results, this week delivered a clear rebound in high-end auction activity across major global platforms. Mecum Auctions Indy 2026 and the second edition of Broad Arrow’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este led the market with multiple multi-million-dollar transactions, while duPont REGISTRY Live and Bring a Trailer continued to generate consistent six-seven-figure, and even eight-figure results across modern exotics, analog performance cars, and enthusiast-focused collector vehicles. Dana Mecum's 39th Original Spring Classic ran May 8-16 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, offering nearly 3,000 vehicles over nine consecutive days of bidding. Italian performance icons dominated results, led by a 1963 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder (S/N 4137) at $18,150,000 and followed closely by a 2003 Ferrari Enzo at $10,230,000 and a 1995 Ferrari F50 at $9,790,000. Maserati also featured prominently, with a Ferrari Enzo-derived 2005 MC12 achieving $9,460,000, setting a new auction record for the model and a marque record for the Trident, reinforcing continued demand for ultra-low-production Italian halo supercars from the 2000s era. Additional Ferrari results reinforced depth across both modern and classic segments. A 2014 LaFerrari achieved $8,580,000, setting a new auction record for the model, while a 1991 Ferrari F40 brought $5,170,000. Classic V12 models also remained strong, with a 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV reaching $4,675,000, continuing the model’s position among the most valuable early Lamborghini road cars. Other notable Ferrari transactions included a 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 at $2,860,000 and a 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder at $2,530,000. A 1965 Shelby GT350R Fastback also stood out at $2,750,000, reflecting continued demand for period racing homologation cars. Overall, Mecum INDY 2026 achieved an impressive $193 million in total sales, a new record for the event, with $127 million on the final day alone and a sell-through rate of 76 percent. Across the Atlantic, the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este auction on the shores of Lake Como delivered a mix of strong bidding activity and select seven-figure results across 78 lots. The auction was led by a 2023 Ferrari Daytona SP3 at $7,273,000 (€6,250,000), highlighting continued demand for Ferrari’s limited-production Icona Series models. Ferrari remained a dominant force throughout the event, with a 1990 Ferrari F40 achieving $3,411,000 (€2,931,250). This compares to a duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) median of $3,141,012, placing the result above broader market expectations. A 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach Package also stood out, achieving $2,626,000 (€2,256,250), reinforcing continued demand for modern hybrid hypercars positioned within the upper tier of the collectible performance market. Rounding out the seven-figure results was a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Coupe at $1,906,000 (€1,637,500), showcasing the enduring stability of blue-chip European classics. The event’s headline lot was a 2018 Pagani Zonda 760 Unica Roadster, which reached a high bid of $9,251,000 (€7,975,000) but did not meet reserve. Another notable Ferrari transaction occurred before the auction officially began, with a 2020 Ferrari Monza SP2 reported sold prior to the event. Finished in Rosso California with a Grigio Coburn nose section and Argento Nürburgring accents, the 1-of-499 open-top Icona Series model showed approximately 260 miles and further highlighted continued demand for Ferrari’s modern limited-production collector specials. Overall, the sale achieved 40.8 million euros ($47.4 million) in total sales at an 87 percent sell-through rate, with more than 12,000 collectors watching remotely. Over at duPont REGISTRY Live, modern Ferrari and Lamborghini models maintained steady demand. A coachbuilt 1-of-1 1993 Ferrari 512 TR Spider with Saudi Royal Provenance had a hammer price of $650,000, while a 2013 Ferrari 458 Italia hammered at $294,000, and a 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster reached a hammer price of $571,000. The Dodge Viper also featured prominently across multiple generations, led by a 2017 Viper ACR Extreme hammering down at $422,000. Earlier-generation examples included a 1997 Viper GTS Hennessey Venom 600 that hammered at $76,230 and a 2006 Viper SRT-10 with a hammer price of $73,500, highlighting wide dispersion in value depending on specification, tuning, and provenance. A 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 3ZR with the 7-speed manual achieved a hammer price of $230,000, reinforcing continued premiums for modern American performance cars equipped with analog transmissions. Relative to its original MSRP of approximately $122,000, the result demonstrates sustained collector interest in high-performance, manual-equipped variants of the C7 platform. Bring a Trailer saw a quieter week by comparison, though Porsche once again dominated the platform’s strongest results. Two high-end air-cooled reinterpretations led the way, with a 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Coupe by Singer achieving $1,075,000 and a 3.8L-powered 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa conversion by Kaege Retro bringing $692,000. Both results highlight continued collector demand for bespoke restomod builds that blend classic Porsche design with modern engineering and craftsmanship. Additional Porsche highlights included a 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic at $641,000 and a 2024 Porsche 911 S/T at $627,000. Built to celebrate the 911’s 60th anniversary and limited to just 1,963 examples worldwide, it carried an original MSRP of $290,000. Altogether, this week’s results show a market still firmly defined by scarcity, provenance, and specification rather than broader sentiment shifts. Ferrari halo cars continue to anchor the upper end of the price spectrum, while analog Porsche commissions and high-quality restomods remain two of the most competitive segments across all platforms. Modern performance cars also continue to command strong secondary demand when configured with manual transmissions or track-focused hardware. Despite normal week-to-week variation, pricing across these core enthusiast categories remains broadly stable at the top end of the collector market. The highlights below illustrate these dynamics across individual auctions. Market Spotlight 1963 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California SpyderMecum Indy 2026 - $18,150,000 As the final Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder produced, this 1963 example represents one of the most historically significant open-air Ferraris ever built. One of just 56 SWB California Spyders produced between 1960 and 1963, it retains its original 3.0L Colombo V12 engine, four-speed manual gearbox, chassis, and bodywork. Accompanied by Ferrari Classiche certification and a Marcel Massini report, the car also benefits from a known ownership history since new and restoration work completed by Patrick Ottis. Covered headlights, Scaglietti coachwork, and exceptional provenance continue to reinforce strong collector demand for this blue-chip Ferrari, as highlighted in our recent market spotlight. Credit: Mecum Auctions 2005 Maserati MC12Mecum Indy 2026 – $9,460,000 (Record Setter) Derived directly from the Ferrari Enzo platform, the Maserati MC12 remains one of the rarest and most extreme homologation-inspired supercars of the modern era. This 2005 example is one of just 25 second-year production cars out of 50 total produced worldwide and only carried 515 kilometers (320 miles) at the time of cataloging. Finished in Bianco Fuji over a Blu Victory interior, the MC12 is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.0L V12 producing 630 horsepower paired with a six-speed Cambiocorsa transmission. Featuring extensive carbon-fiber construction, a removable hardtop, race-derived chassis engineering, and a U.S. title, the result highlights continued strength for ultra-low-production Italian halo supercars with direct motorsport lineage. This example also became the most expensive Maserati to sell at auction, a marque record for the Trident, surpassing the previous records of $6.1 million for a 1955 300S Sports Racing Spider set at Goodwood in 2013, and $5.2 million for another MC12 set at Monterey last year. Credit: Mecum Auctions 2023 Ferrari Daytona SP3Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este Auction 2026 - $7,273,000 (€6,250,000) This 2023 Ferrari Daytona SP3 highlights continued strength for Ferrari’s limited-production modern halo models. One of just 599 examples produced as part of Ferrari’s exclusive Icona Series, the SP3 draws inspiration from Ferrari’s legendary 1960s endurance racing prototypes while pairing retro-inspired styling with a naturally aspirated V12 powertrain. Finished in Rosso Magma Tri-Coat over a Blu Elettrico Alcantara interior, this single-owner example showed only 743 kilometers (461 miles) at cataloging and featured numerous exposed carbon-fiber elements and factory options. Complete with its special-series accessories and documentation, the result reinforces strong collector demand for highly specified low-production Ferrari special series models. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa Conversion by Kaege RetroBring a Trailer - $692,000 Like Singer, this Kaege Retro–reimagined Porsche 911 blends classic air-cooled styling with modern engineering and bespoke craftsmanship. Based on a 1998 Porsche 993-generation Carrera Targa, the build features retro-inspired backdated bodywork designed to evoke earlier 911s rather than the donor car’s original 993 appearance. Extensive carbon-fiber panels, a naturally aspirated 3.8L flat-six, and a six-speed manual transmission further distinguish the build. Finished in Lindgreen Metallic over Mushroom Brown leather upholstery, the car also features KW V3 coilovers, Recaro Sportster CS seats, and retro-style 18-inch wheels. With approximately 4,900 kilometers (~3,000 miles) on the build, the result reinforces continued demand for highly personalized air-cooled Porsche reinterpretations from respected boutique builders. Credit: Bring a Trailer 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV RoadsterduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $571,000 One of only 500 Aventador SV Roadsters produced worldwide, this 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster highlights continued enthusiast demand for naturally aspirated V12 Lamborghinis. Finished in Bianco Isis over a Nero Cosmus carbon-fiber and Alcantara interior, this Italian exotic is powered by a 740-horsepower 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 paired with Lamborghini’s seven-speed ISR automated manual transmission and all-wheel-drive system. Additional features include carbon-ceramic brakes, four-wheel steering, extensive exposed carbon-fiber trim, and a Ryft exhaust system. Showing just over 21,000 miles at the time the auction ended, the result demonstrates strong collector demand for limited-production Lamborghini flagships. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live ***Please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research/due-diligence or consult with a financial professional before making investment decisions.

By duPont REGISTRY – May 01, 2026

The Registry Report: Immense Strength Across Monaco, Broad Arrow, and duPont REGISTRY Live

This past week delivered particularly active auction activity on both sides of the pond, across RM Sotheby’s and Bonhams in Monaco, Broad Arrow Auctions Air|Water in California, Bring a Trailer, and duPont REGISTRY Live online, producing strong results across historic icons, modern hypercars, and analog driver-focused builds. Leading the results, RM Sotheby’s Monaco delivered an eight-figure sale with a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider by Scaglietti selling for €16,655,000 ($19,529,784), a new record for a non-competition example. The result extends a consistent run of strength for blue-chip Ferrari open-air classics, surpassing comparable sales of the model earlier this year at Rétromobile, Paris for $16,727,110 at Amelia Island Auctions for $16,505,000 and a LWB California Spider result at Moda Miami for $7,045,000. The final figure lands meaningfully above the car's current duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value of $16,800,000. Modern Ferrari flagship models were also well represented in Monaco, led by a 1-of-9 Argento Nürburgring 2004 Ferrari Enzo at €6,530,000 ($7,657,129), a track-only 2018 FXX-K Evo at €5,180,000 ($6,074,108), and a 2014 LaFerrari in a 1-of-1 Signal Green at €5,067,500 ($5,942,190). A Classiche-certified F40 closed the group at €4,336,250 ($5,084,720), maintaining strong demand for analog-era Ferraris with verified provenance. Across the broader Monaco sale, results showed strength across multiple segments of the collector market. Historic competition cars such as the Porsche 550A Spyder and Ferrari 312 T3 traded alongside modern hypercars like the Bugatti Bolide. Rarity, competition history, and factory specification continue to define pricing at the top end. Overall, the RM Sotheby's Monaco sale delivered €87,967,385 million ($102,929,470) in total sales, setting a new benchmark as the highest-grossing multi-car auction in Europe. Bonhams Monaco delivered steady results, led by a 2021 Lamborghini Sián at €2,012,500 ($2,358,523) and a 2019 Aventador SVJ at €563,500 ($660,385). The event recorded an 83 percent sell-through rate and €10,385,907 ($12,178,596) in total sales, reflecting consistent demand across modern supercars and collector-grade classics. Broad Arrow Auctions delivered one of the week’s standout modern results with a 2025 Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 selling for $8,035,000 in a single-car auction in Paso Robles, California. Separately, the Porsche Air|Water event in Costa Mesa saw multiple seven-figure results, led by the only paint-to-sample Riviera Blue 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach at $4,680,000, well above its duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) of $2,700,000. Modified and specialist Porsche builds also performed strongly, including a 2025 RUF SCR at $2,095,000 and multiple Singer reimagined 911s surpassing seven figures. Demand continues to remain concentrated in low-production, high-specification restomod and tuner-built cars. Broad Arrow's 2026 Porsche Air|Water auction realized total sales of $20 million with an 84 percent sell-through rate. Bring a Trailer added further evidence of analog transmission-driven value, with a 2003 Lamborghini Murciélago 6-speed selling for $680,000. This follows last week’s stronger duPont REGISTRY Live result for a 1-of-26 factory-gated Murciélago that had a hammer price of $778,000. It highlights the premium and interest attached to curated enthusiast-focused platforms for rare manual examples. Ferrari’s gated manual market showed a similar dynamic. A 2006 Ferrari F430 Spider 6-speed hammered at $377,000 on duPont REGISTRY Live, while another example brought $376,000 on Bring a Trailer. Both cars were nearly identical in specification and presentation, with only minor differences such as wheel configuration separating them. Pricing still varied by platform and presentation, reinforcing sustained demand for factory manual Ferraris. Across both Ferrari and Lamborghini markets, factory manual transmissions remain a distinct valuation tier above automated manual cars and aftermarket conversions. This premium is largely driven by scarcity, as both brands no longer produce or offer manual transmissions in their current lineup. Taken together, this week’s results reinforce a familiar pattern: the market continues to reward rarity, strong specifications, and enthusiast-focused appeal across both modern and legacy performance cars. This trend was also reflected on duPont REGISTRY Live, led this week by a 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster by Gunther Werks that crossed the digital block at $910,000. The following highlights break down the individual sales that best illustrate these broader trends. Market Highlights 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California SpiderRM Sotheby’s Monaco - €16,655,000 ($19,529,784) This 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider by Scaglietti (#2955 GT) remains among the most desirable open-air Ferraris ever produced. One of only 39 examples (this is the 26th built) originally configured with covered headlamps, it is powered by a 3.0L Colombo V12 and paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, it combines competition-derived engineering with timeless coachwork. Finished in a Blu Scuro with a red interior and accompanied by the rare silver hardtop and extensive documentation including the Ferrari Classiche ‘Red Book’, the result landed close to its $16.8M dRi benchmark. At this level, the market continues to be defined by blue-chip scarcity, long-term collectability, and historically significant configurations that rarely trade. Credit: RM Sotheby’s 2025 Gordon Murray Automotive T.50Broad Arrow Auctions - $8,035,000 The Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 continues to establish itself as a benchmark for modern analog supercars. Powered by a naturally aspirated 3.9L Cosworth V12 revving to 12,100 rpm and paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, it emphasizes driver engagement over outright performance metrics. Offered with just 27 testing and delivery miles and representing a limited production run of just 100 units, this rare U.S.-market example highlights its position at the very top of the modern collector segment. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder WeissachBroad Arrow (Air|Water) - $4,680,000 This Paint to Sample Riviera Blue 918 Spyder Weissach was delivered to North America with a black interior and silver piping. It significantly outperformed its $2.7M dRi benchmark, highlighting continued strength in early hybrid hypercars that make up the holy trinity along with the La Ferrari and McLaren P1. Optioned with the $84,000 Weissach Package and over $7,000 in Exclusive Manufaktur CXX tailoring, the car shows under 1,300 miles at the time of cataloging. Powered by a 4.6L V8 paired with dual electric motors for a combined 887 horsepower, it represents one of the most highly specified 918 Spyder examples to come to market in recent activity. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions 1997 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster by Gunther WerksduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $910,000 This Gunther Werks Speedster is a top-tier interpretation of the air-cooled 993 Porsche platform. Handbuilt in Huntington Beach California, with extensive carbon fiber bodywork and a naturally aspirated flat-six paired to a manual transmission, the build shows just 1,084 miles at the time of documentation. Finished in Amethyst Metallic over a bespoke purple-and-black leather interior, it sits firmly in the upper tier of the Porsche restomod scene. A limited production run of just 25 examples and meticulous execution continue to define values at this level, where craftsmanship and engineering integration now rival originality in importance for collectors. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 2006 Ferrari F430 SpiderduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $377,000 This Nero on Beige Ferrari F430 Spider features the increasingly sought-after factory 6-speed gated manual transmission paired with a 4.3L naturally aspirated V8. As Ferrari shifted toward automated manuals during this era, true factory manual examples remain exceptionally scarce. Alongside a comparable Bring a Trailer result at $376,000, this sale reinforces the clear premium attached to factory analog configurations, where transmission choice remains one of the strongest differentiators in modern Ferrari valuation. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live

By duPont REGISTRY – April 24, 2026

The Registry Report: Hypercars and AMG-Led Strength Across the Modern Collector Market

Brought to you by: A 2022 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport led the market this week, which we included last week, with a hammer price of $3,792,600 on duPont REGISTRY Live, one of the strongest individual results across all platforms. The result outpaced the top sale at the 2026 Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction, where a Pagani Huayra sold for $3,190,000. Beyond the headline hypercars, demand remained steady across performance cars, luxury SUVs, and tuner-developed builds, defined by specification and low production. On dR Live was a factory 6-speed gated 2007 Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 coupe closed with a hammer price of $816,600. What makes this particular example noteworthy is that it was previously owned by YouTuber DDE. Porsche’s momentum on the platform remained consistent, particularly within the tuner and GT segments. A 2008 RUF RGT, which was originally configured for the former chairman of Samsung, Mr. Lee, achieved a hammer price of $644,607 on duPont REGISTRY Live, demonstrating that the premium buyers are willing to pay for low-production, tuner-developed cars with identities distinct from their factory counterparts. As one of just 14 RGTs produced worldwide, this example stands out for being the only one to feature the distinctive Chromaflash Hologram silver finish, currently in the United States. Modern GT cars also performed well. A 2026 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring brought $300,300, representing a meaningful premium over its approximately $266,000 MSRP, while another 2026 Porsche 911 GT3 achieved $266,175, both reflecting continued demand for naturally aspirated, driver-focused configurations. Ferrari delivered strong results across multiple segments. At the high end, a 2025 Ferrari SF90 XX Stradale sold for $1,870,000 at Barrett-Jackson, well above its estimated $900,000 MSRP. Meanwhile, two Ferrari 488 GTB examples also traded: a 2016 model achieved $224,000 on Bring a Trailer, and a 2017 example featuring a Liberty Walk Body Kit brought a hammer price of $257,775 on duPont REGISTRY Live, closely aligning with its $258,875 duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value. Manual conversions continue to show niche strength. A 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, where a 6-speed conversion achieved $321,000, reinforcing demand for well-executed enthusiast builds relative to automatic examples, while still trading below factory manual Ferrari equivalents. Mercedes-Benz and AMG emerged as a key theme this week, spanning ultra-luxury SUVs, limited-production collaborations, and high-performance halo models. A 2018 Mercedes-Benz G650 Maybach Landaulet led the segment with a hammer price of $820,050 on dR Live, significantly outperforming standard G-Class variants and reinforcing demand for ultra-limited, chauffeur-oriented configurations. By contrast, a 2018 Mercedes-AMG G63 hammered down for $81,375, underscoring the sharp valuation gap within the broader G-Wagen lineup. Additional luxury demand was evident in a 2023 Mercedes-Maybach S680 Virgil Abloh Edition, which achieved $294,525. Only 150 units were built, and this lot highlights how limited production and design-led branding continue to influence pricing. At the performance end, a 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Project One Edition reached $770,000 at Barrett-Jackson, one of the strongest results for the model to date. At the other end of the spectrum, a 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R close with a hammer price of $111,300 on duPont REGISTRY Live, in line with standard production AMG pricing. This reflects a similar value divide between core models and limited-run halo variants. Two Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG examples also sold on the same day across different platforms, with a 2011 example bringing $350,000 on Bring a Trailer and a 2012 example garnering a hammer price of $280,875 on duPont REGISTRY Live. Specification and presentation differences likely contributed to the pricing spread. Taken together, this week’s results reinforce a familiar pattern: the market continues to reward rarity, strong specifications, and clear enthusiast appeal across both modern and legacy performance cars. The following highlights break down the individual sales that best illustrate these broader trends. Featured Auction Preview Miami International Autodrome | 3 MayThe Miami Auction 2015 McLaren P1 SpiderCoachwork by Lanzante Limited View Lot 2015 Ferrari LaFerrariEx-Sammy Hagar, 1-of-1 spec View Lot 2019 Koenigsegg RegeraOne of just 80 examples produced View Lot 2024 Bugatti Chiron Super SportOne of only 80 produced View Lot 2019 Bugatti Chiron SportNearly $200,000 in options View Lot Market Highlights 2016 Pagani HuayraBarrett-Jackson Palm Beach - $3,190,000 With only 100 units produced, this Huayra is powered by a Mercedes-AMG-developed twin-turbocharged 6.0L V12 producing 730 horsepower, paired with active aerodynamics and a titanium exhaust system. Finished in Gray Clement with exposed blue carbon fiber, this is a highly customized specification with a bespoke blue interior; the result exceeded its dRi benchmark ($2,499,950), reflecting continued demand for low-production hypercars defined by engineering pedigree, exclusivity, and individualized configuration. Credit: Barrett-Jackson 2007 Lamborghini MurciélagoduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $816,600 While aftermarket conversions exist, market watchers are well aware that there are an estimated 26 Murciélago LP640-4s stateside that feature a factory stick shift, making them incredibly rare and collectible. There was initial skepticism with early bidders, as this V12 Italian exotic is a high-mileage example with 40,000 miles and was previously involved in an incident. Finished in Giallo Orion, it underwent a comprehensive restoration by Royalty Exotic Cars in Las Vegas, bringing it back to near-factory specification. The final day saw fierce bidding, doubling the previous day’s high, and after 100 total bids, this auction came to a close with a hammer price of $816,600. This result reflects just how much precedence the market places on rarity and factory configuration. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 2018 Mercedes-Benz G650 Maybach LandauletduPont REGISTRY Live - Hammer Price of $820,050 As one of only 99 examples made worldwide, the G650 Maybach Landaulet blends ultra-luxury and off-road capability, featuring a 6.0L biturbo V12, an open-air experience with a retractable rear soft top, and exclusivity. This low-mileage example showing just 1,740 miles was imported from Austria, adding another layer of rarity beyond its limited 1-of-99 production run. Finished in Designo Mystic White over a white and black leather interior, it significantly outperformed its dRi benchmark, reflecting strong demand for globally sourced, highly specified luxury SUVs with standout configuration and exclusivity. Credit: duPont REGISTRY Live 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Black Series Project One EditionBarrett-Jackson Palm Beach - $770,000 One of just 40 produced, with 24 delivered to the United States, this AMG GT Black Series Project One Edition is powered by a 720-horsepower twin-turbo V8 with a flat-plane crank and incorporates design elements inspired by the AMG ONE program. With only 425 miles, the result reflects continued strength in ultra-low-production AMG halo models, where scarcity and direct ties to AMG’s flagship programs support pricing at the upper end of the market. Credit: Barrett-Jackson 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC CoupeBonhams Cars - $543,240 This Ferrari 330 GTC, featuring Pininfarina coachwork, carries Ferrari Classiche certification confirming matching numbers across its chassis, engine, and drivetrain. Originally delivered in Italy and later restored following U.S. ownership, the car underwent a documented restoration exceeding £150dupont,000. Finished in Blu Sera over Grigio leather, the result reflects a steady appetite for historically significant Ferraris, achieving £402,500 ($543,240) at the Goodwood Members' meeting sale by Bonhams Cars. Credit: Bonhams Cars

By duPont REGISTRY – March 20, 2026

Amelia Island Auctions Show Strength in Rare Ferraris and Collector Cars

The duPont REGISTRY Report is your weekly snapshot of the forces shaping the world of rare and collectible automobiles. Drawing on major auction results, the duPont REGISTRY Index (dRI), and insights from across the industry – including our exclusive report with Boston Consulting Group – this newsletter highlights the transactions, trends, and standout cars that matter most to collectors. It's our way of bringing you closer to the action, with curated analysis from a brand that has been at the center of the luxury and exotic car market for more than four decades. Charles Bradley, Editor-in-Chief duPont REGISTRY The collector car market continues to deliver extraordinary results, and the auctions surrounding the 2026 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance made one thing clear: it's an exceptional moment to be selling high-end luxury and exotic vehicles. Held from March 5-8, Amelia Island has long been one of the most important weekends on the collector-car calendar. This year's auctions once again drew a global audience of collectors, investors, and enthusiasts, with strong sell-through rates and several record-setting results confirming the continued appetite for rare and highly desirable automobiles. Two major auction houses anchored the weekend. Broad Arrow Auctions, now associated with Hagerty, offered 170 lots and generated more than $111 million in total sales. Across town at the Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, the Gooding Christie's Amelia Island Auction delivered $71 million in sales across 132 vehicles at its beachfront venue. Both auctions also reported exceptionally strong sell-through rates, with Broad Arrow reaching approximately 92% and Gooding Christie's achieving about 94%, reinforcing the depth of demand among collectors during the Amelia Island weekend. Combined, the auctions reinforced a clear market trend: demand for rare Ferraris and analog supercars remains incredibly strong, often pushing final sale prices well above established market benchmarks. One of the most striking examples came at the Broad Arrow sale, where a 2003 Ferrari Enzo achieved $13,800,000. According to the duPont REGISTRY Index (dRI) median value, the Enzo's current value sits around $6,923,000, meaning this result came in at over twice the expected market price. Outlier sales like this can significantly influence short-term median values, and highlights that premium buyers are willing to pay for exceptional low-mileage examples such as the recently-sold Enzo for $17,875,000 in January's Mecum auction. Modern Ferraris also performed exceptionally well throughout the weekend. A 2021 Ferrari Monza SP2 sold for $4,955,000, nearly $1 million above its index value of $4,041,500. Meanwhile, a 2017 Ferrari F12tdf achieved $4,185,000, far exceeding its dRI estimate of approximately $1,500,983. Classic Ferraris were equally dominant. At the Gooding Christie's auction, a 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider crossed the block for $16,505,000, closely aligning with the dRI estimate of $16,637,500. Several other vintage Ferrari icons also performed strongly. Here are their sell prices against their dRI values: 1951 Ferrari 212 Export Spider – $3,415,000 (dRI: $2,000,000) 1955 Ferrari 750 Monza – $3,085,000 (dRI: $3,055,000) 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 – $3,030,000 (dRI: $3,040,000) 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso – $1,765,000 (dRI: $1,413,146) Beyond Ferrari, the analog supercar market also delivered a headline-grabbing moment with the legendary Porsche Carrera GT. A rare paint-to-sample Gulf Blue example sold for a record $6,715,000, nearly doubling the model's previous auction high. Another Carrera GT offered by Gooding Christie's brought $3,112,500, closer to prior record territory but still indicative of the model's extraordinary appreciation. However, there's a heated debate currently echoing through the halls of high-end dealerships and collector garages: Is there such a thing as "too much" personalization? The conventional wisdom suggests that highly bespoke cars – tailored to a single owner's specific, sometimes eccentric, tastes – can be a "kiss of death" on the secondary market. Yet, Paint to Sample (PTS) continues to defy this logic, often commanding massive premiums over standard palettes. Via duPont REGISTRY Garage For perspective, early buyers who purchased a Carrera GT at its original MSRP of under $400,000 have now seen returns that few modern automobiles can match. All together, the Amelia Island results underscore a clear reality in today's collector-car market: exceptional cars continue to command exceptional prices, and for sellers holding the right vehicles, the current market conditions remain remarkably favorable. Market Highlights 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider (Gooding Christie's) – $16,505,000 The 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider, offered by Gooding Christie's, was the top sale of the Amelia Island weekend. This example features a rare hardtop configuration, adding to its historical and collector appeal. Finished in its classic coachbuilt styling, it remains one of the most iconic Ferraris of the postwar era. According to the dRI, the current value sits at $16,637,500, putting this sale in line with market expectations. Its ownership history, timeless design, and limited production make it a benchmark example for collectors seeking blue-chip vintage Ferrari models. Credit: Gooding Christie's 2003 Ferrari Enzo (Broad Arrow) – $13,800,000 A single-owner 2003 Ferrari Enzo, finished in rare Nero Black, commanded $15,185,000 at Broad Arrow Auctions. As one of Ferrari's most coveted modern halo cars, this Enzo exemplifies cutting-edge engineering from the early 2000s with a V12 engine and iconic styling. The dRI lists the median value at $5,395,000, highlighting the exceptional premium buyers are willing to pay. Outlier sales like this emphasize sustained demand for modern Ferraris, particularly rare examples with single ownership and standout colors. This result underscores the strength of the collector market for post-millennium limited-production halo Ferraris. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (Broad Arrow & Gooding combined) – $6,715,000 / $3,112,500 The legendary 2005 Porsche Carrera GT continued to show strong collector demand. A paint-to-sample Gulf Blue example at Broad Arrow set a new auction benchmark, selling for $6,715,000, roughly double the previous record. Another Carrera GT at Gooding Christie's brought $3,112,500, closer to prior results but still indicative of strong market appreciation. These manual V10 supercars, renowned for analog driving engagement, remain among the most sought-after modern Porsches. The dRI lists the median at $1,562,084, reflecting the strong market appreciation for rare colors and exceptional-condition examples. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions / Gooding Christie's 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV (Broad Arrow) – $6,605,000 The Broad Arrow auction produced a record-setting sale for a 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV, widely regarded as the world's first supercar. This highly original single-owner example achieved $6,605,000, highlighting both historical significance and long-term collector appeal. Featuring a classic design with period-correct details, the SV variant is especially prized for its rarity and enhanced performance. According to the dRI, the median value stands at $4,254,392, confirming that this sale significantly exceeded market expectations. This result underscores the premium buyers place on historically significant milestone vehicles that helped define the supercar era. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions 2021 Ferrari Monza SP2 (Broad Arrow) – $4,955,000 A 2021 Ferrari Monza SP2, part of Ferrari's Icona Series and making its first public U.S. appearance, commanded $4,955,000. This collectible modern limited-production halo car had only 16 miles on the odometer, emphasizing its rarity and pristine condition. The Monza's combination of single-seater-inspired styling, limited availability, and record-setting appeal demonstrates the ongoing strength of Ferrari's modern collectible models. According to the dRI, similar Icona Series cars are valued at approximately $4,041,500, showing that buyers were willing to pay a premium for a near-new example in top condition. Credit: Broad Arrow Auctions

By duPont REGISTRY – January 25, 2026

2025 Collector Car Insights: Record Prices, Shifting Tastes and a Market in Motion

By Andrew RiedellLast year, collector car sales were strong overall, with an especially robust showing at the top. The top 10 public sales in 2025 grossed $240 million, roughly doubling 2024’s $122m. Looking at data that tracks back about 15 years, these top 10 slot into the all-time public sales ranking between spots #2 and #66, with no adjustment for inflation. Impressively, the 2025 top five make up a third of the all-time top 15. Last year added seven entries to the all-time top 50. That puts 2025 well ahead of 2024 (three spots) and makes it the largest contributor since 2016, which holds seven spots as well, while 2015 leads with eight. Because this all-time list is not adjusted for inflation, 2025 – despite big numbers – falls short of 2015/16’s heights, at least at the top of the market. The leading sale of 2025 was a 1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen. In February, chassis #00009/54 became the second-most-expensive public sale of all time at just over $53m. The car came out of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum collection alongside several other notable cars, four of which ended up as the second, eighth, 17th, and 19th-highest sales of the year. The W 196 R is part of a golden era of Mercedes-Benz racing history, and many anticipated an impressive result. The landmark offering – it had been 12 years since the previous public sale of a W 196 R – was one of the stories of 2025. RM Sotheby’s dedicated an entire auction for the occasion. Looking down the year’s top 25 sales reveals an expansion of the themes I discussed in my Monterey auction week recap (dR, Nov 2025). Some winds are shifting (rising market dominance from near-modern and modern supercars), and some things never change (Ferrari reinforcing its unrivaled position at the top). Ferrari claimed 14 of the top 25 spots last year; the next-most prolific make was McLaren with three. Those 14 Ferraris spanned from 1948 to 2025, essentially the manufacturer’s entire history, and covered every decade except the 1980s. Collector appetite for Ferraris across the board remains insatiable. Some older models have nevertheless retreated from highs established a decade ago. For an extreme example, 2025’s 12th-highest sale, a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione for $9.5m, sold for roughly half the price paid for the same example in 2017. However, much of the money fading from some of the classics is simply transferring to newer Ferrari models like the F50, built 1995-1998. The F50, which grabbed the #14 spot with a $9.2m sale, straddles the overlap between the old news – Ferrari’s perennial market Lead – and the new news, the rising prominence of near-modern and modern supercars. My Monterey recap focused on ‘near-modern’ supercars, which I defined as 1980-2010, but for the full-year review, I must broaden the scope to more recent supercars as well. Much, much more recent. Nine of the top 25 sales featured supercars from 1993 or newer, a remarkable share. It was recently reported that in 2020, cars realizing seven figures or more at auction were, on average, from 1972. But by 2025, that average model year had shot to 1984. There’s no doubt that modern supercars played a major role in dragging that average up 12 years in such a short time. The top modern supercar sale (and most popular story) was the 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 #599+1, offered with proceeds going to charity. Charity lots tend to be fun, light affairs, where serious bidding yields to exuberant, often competitive, displays of charitable giving. Many expected the SP3 to sell over market, but few predicted the final $26m. For comparison, another SP3 – offered without a philanthropic angle – snuck on the 2025 leaderboard at spot #25, selling for $6.7m – one quarter the price. image by Edward Jones If the sale of #599+1 doesn’t count, we don’t need to look far down for the $25.3m buy of a 1994 McLaren F1. The first F1 publicly offered in more than four years, the result set a new model record and further established the F1 as the ‘250 GTO’ of modern supercars. Backed by landmark performance, a 24 Hours of Le Mans overall win, rarity, and a number of unique characteristics, the F1 is a legend that has cemented mythical status for its creator, Gordon Murray. Murray appears again in our final highlight of 2025. His own, nascent firm, Gordon Murray Automotive, announced a run of five S1 LM supercars – essentially reboots of the McLaren F1 LM, a rarer, higher-performance version of the standard F1. The first example, or rather its build slot, was auctioned in November. Despite the model not existing yet and GMA having delivered its first car ever only in 2024, the S1 LM sold for $20.6m and set a record for the most expensive (non-charity) new car ever sold. image by Khris Bharath On one level, this result was another chapter in the automotive coronation of Gordon Murray – such is his reputation that a build slot for one of his creations commands a $20m commitment. But taking a look at the bigger picture, this sale spoke loudly about the modern supercar market as a whole. If you needed further evidence that enormous collector capital is looking at this segment of cars, this was it. *Please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research or consult with a financial professional before making investment decisions. View All Exotics & Supercars For Sale Images: Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, RM Sotheby's

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