Ultra-Rare Ferrari SA Aperta in Grigio Silverstone Over Cioccolato Heads to Auction
RM Sotheby'sis offering an ultra-rare 2011FerrariSA Aperta finished in a one-off Grigio Silverstone over Cioccolato interior — the only U.S.-spec example believed to wear this color combination.
This open-top roadster is one of just 80 units built to honor Pininfarina's 80th anniversary and features a 661 hp 6L V12 paired with a six-speed F1 Superfast transmission, capable of 0–62 mph in 3.6 seconds and a 202 mph top speed. Based on the 599 GTO, it includes recalibrated dampers, lowered ride height, and unique styling elements like aerodynamic roll hoops and silver windshield pillars. With under 3,350 miles, a recent service from Ferrari of Palm Beach, and rare factory options including Alcantara carpets and Schedoni luggage.
Biddingis open at the time of writing via RM Sotheby's latest Sealed auction, with this SA Aperta estimated to fetch as much as $2,000,000 USD.
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