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07-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Le Mans-Winning 1964 Ferrari 250 LM Sells for $36.2 Million
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector A 1964 Ferrari 250 LM, which captured the overall win at the 1965 24 Hours of Le Mans, has fetched a remarkable $36.2 million at the RM Sotheby's Paris auction, marking a historic moment in the automotive world. The car, originally piloted by legendary racing drivers Masten Gregory and Jochen Rindt for the North American Racing Team (NART), remains the only privateer-entered Ferrari to win the prestigious race overall, securing Ferrari's sixth consecutive victory at Le Mans. One of only 32 250 LM models ever built, this particular example (chassis number 6) is highly regarded for its unique history and continued preservation. It is the only Ferrari from the Enzo Ferrari era to have competed in six 24-hour races, including three runs at Le Mans and three at the 24 Hours of Daytona. The 250 LM was first displayed at the 1967 New York Automobile Show by Luigi Chinetti Motors/NART and has since remained an icon in Ferrari's racing legacy. After its race career, the car was purchased by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) Museum in 1970, where it has been meticulously preserved for 54 years. The 250 LM is offered in original condition, retaining its matching-numbers engine and gearbox. The sale includes comprehensive documentation, including Le Mans papers from 1965, 1968, and 1969, as well as service records and a detailed history report by renowned Ferrari historian Marcel Massini. Though other lots at the 2025 RM Sotheby's auction, such as the Bugatti Centodieci, received mixed reactions, the Ferrari 250 LM's sale was a highlight of the evening, cementing its place as one of the most important and valuable Ferrari models in existence. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
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29-01-2025
- Automotive
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2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Sets Auction Record with $786,000 Sale
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector The Ferrari 458 Speciale, widely regarded as one of the most exceptional modern Ferraris, has once again solidified its status as a collector's dream. At the recent RM Sotheby's Arizona auction, a 2015 example of this automotive masterpiece fetched an impressive $786,000, setting a new record for the model. What made this particular 458 Speciale stand out? For starters, it was finished in the stunning Blu Tour de France color, accented by NART stripes and Giallo Modena brake calipers. The Scuderia Ferrari shields on the fenders, along with carbon fiber exterior details, added to its appeal. Inside, the cabin was dressed in a unique tan and blue leather combination, highlighted with contrast stitching and a yellow tachometer to match the brake calipers. This specific car, originally delivered in Philadelphia, had 5,106 miles on the odometer, making it a relatively low-mileage example of this highly sought-after model. At the heart of the 458 Speciale lies its legendary 4.5-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, known as the F136. This powerplant produces a staggering 597 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque, with a spine-tingling redline at 9,000 rpm. It holds the distinction of being the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 Ferrari had ever built at the time. Paired with a dual-clutch transmission, the 458 Speciale delivers explosive acceleration and razor-sharp shifts. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
