Pebble Beach Auction / Lauren Joseph / Aug 16th, 2017 @ 17:05
RM Sotheby's011956 Aston Martin DBR1: James Bond, Shamames Shmond. Sean Connery’s 007 made the Aston Martin DB5 famous, but this may be the most important vehicle the British company has ever made. The teal pretty can trace its lineage back to legendary owner David Brown’s quest to finally win the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, and it’s the first Aston to feature the classic triangular side vent. This particular vehicle is one of just five DBR1s Aston produced. And if you’re worried about period accuracy, the 2,992-cc engine is a faithful reproduction, as are the tweed-covered bucket seats. *Estimated Price: $20,000,000*
Mathieu Heurtault/Gooding & Company021970 Porsche 917K: It’s a race car, it’s a Hollywood star—and someone lost it for about 25 years. This 12-cylinder 917 started its career in the 1970 Le Mans pre-training, then went on to star in the 1971 film *Le Mans*, starring Steve McQueen. (It was also used as a camera car.) Then someone put it in a Paris warehouse and forgot about it until 2001. After a painstaking restoration completed just this year, this cheery speeder could be yours. *Estimated Price: $13,000,000 - $16,000,000*
Mathieu Heurtault/Gooding & Company031966 Ferrari 275 GTB/C: Just one of 12 GTB/Cs built, this little thing will sure put pep in some multi-millionaire’s step. The car comes with an extra-light aluminum bod, thinner Perspex windows, a frill-free cabin, and, oh, a V12 engine. Better to race you with, my dear. *Estimated Price: $12,000,000 - $16,000,000*
RM Sotheby's041961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta by Scaglietti: This steed has been living with premier Ferrari collectors in California since the 1970s, but don’t think it has forgotten its Italian roots. Its one of just 167 250 GT SWBs ever built, and a grade-A example of the model’s short wheelbase, a boon for maneuverability. It comes with all of its original mechanical components, including the chassis, engine, and drivetrain. *Estimated Price: $8,500,000 - $10,000,000*
RM Sotheby's051955 Ferrari 121 LM Spider by Scaglietti: In this mid-1950s, this Ferrari and its straight-six engine was the tops, enough for then-racing kings Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar to get sweaty under their collars. It may have a spotty racing record, but when it was humming, it certainly did hum, with straightaway speeds of 181 miles per hour. And such a lovely shade of blue! *Estimated Price: $6,500,000 - $7,500,000*
RM Sotheby's061959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica Series III Coupe by Pinin Farina: If it was good enough for the Shah of Iran, oil scion William Doheny, and Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, well, it’s probably good enough for you. This bespoke super-coupe boasts one-of-a-kind details like covered headlights and unique rear fenders. *Estimated Price: $5,500,000 - $6,500,000*
Brian Henniker/Gooding & Company071928 Mercedes-Benz S-Type 26/180 Sports Tourer: This friendly-looking S-Type is one of the first few models produced after a merger created Mercedes-Benz, and they did good. The vehicle still holds onto its original engine and distinctive low hood line. And according to its current owners, the thing still purrs. *Estimated Price: $5,000,000 - $6,000,000*
RM Sotheby's081950 Ferrari 1666 MM/212 Export “Uovo” by Fontana: Yeah, this vehicle looks like an egg. (That’s why its Italian builders nicknamed it *uovo*.) But it was all in the service of speed, with a design heavily influence by the aeronautical thinking of the day. The upright crystal windshield and way back driving position guarantees this thing will always be the center of attention, even if it makes you the butt of the yolk. *Estimated Price: $5,000,000 - $7,000,000*
RM Sotheby's091970 Porsche 908/03: This Porsche had a short but exciting racing career, capturing second overall at the 1970 1,000 Km of Nürburgring. But its real contribution was as a testing and development vehicle—it lived at the factory while engineers tested a solid rear suspension and added rear fins, for fun (and aerodynamic stability). With a lovingly restored chassis, this thing should still do well in historic races. *Estimated Price: $3,500,000 to $4,500,000*
Brian Henniker/Gooding & Company101931 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Series V Gran Sport: No better place to buy a Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Best in Class winner than a Pebble Beach auction, so snap up this cherry red bit of racing history this weekend. Just 300-odd of this model were built (each with a custom body), and they went on to win all the major races of their day: the Mille Miglia, 24 Hours of Spa, and the Tourist Trophy Race. Sixty years later, this particular vehicle underwent an exhaustive restoration. *Estimated Price: $2,000,000 - $2,500,000*
Brian Henniker/Gooding & Company111955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing: Gotta love a Gullwing. This one, sold in 1955 with extra charges for the unique color, special tires, and radio, cost a cool $7,667. In the 62 intervening years, this beaut has gotten just 16,300 miles worth of exercise. Original leather, original paint, and just a smidge of an up-charge for the pleasure. *Estimated Price: $1,000,000 - $1,300,000*
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