17 Aug 2019

6 of the best classic cars up for auction at Monterey Car Week

We've chosen six classic cars up for auction at the business end of the Monterey Car Week in California. From a 1933 Porsche to a stunning 1994 McLaren F1 LM, check them out.

A 1933 Porsche Type 64, one of the oldest models produced by the automaker, has been put up for auction as part of Monterey's 2019 Car Week in Pebble Beach.

There's also a 1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype. The first of just 5 GT40 roadsters built and the 8th of only 12 prototypes, according to RM Sotheby's.

1994 McLaren F1 LM

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#NEWS: THE WORLD’S MOST REVERED MODERN SUPERCAR IS COMING TO MONTEREY! . We’ve revealed our final entry - a 1994 McLaren F1 ‘LM-Specification’. . Serial no. 018 is 1 of just 2 cars upgraded by McLaren to Le Mans specifications, equipped with the unrestricted GTR racing engine good for 680hp and also featuring an extra high-downforce package above and beyond the coachwork effects of the original five LM cars. . 018 is one of the most ferocious of the F1 iterations, finished in arguably the most desirable color combo - stunning platinum silver metallic paint over a cream leather interior with beige and brown Alcantara. . Coming to auction following 12 years of ownership, the car has been used on a handful of tours and rallies, shows just 21,500 km, and has been fastidiously cared for by MSO. . Incredibly powerful and rare, 018 is even “estimated to have more downforce than the Le Mans winning 1995 GTR racecar”, according to MSO. Don’t miss your chance to bid on the best imaginable iteration of an already perfect machine. . See more and register at RMSothebys.com/MO19!
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1953 Aston Martin DB3S Works

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#NEWS: On this #TBT, we're thrilled to announce the addition of this remarkably original 1953 Aston Martin DB3S Works to ‘An Evening of Aston Martin’ at #RMMonterey on 15 August! . One of the finest of its kind, DB3S/2 is the second Works DB3S ever built and was raced in some of the most prestigious motorsport events of the 1950s, including the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, the Goodwood 9 Hours, the RAC Tourist Trophy, and more, piloted by legendary drivers including famous ex-Aston Martin team driver Peter Collins, who purchased the car in 1955. . An important piece of Aston Martin’s competition history, this car is offered complete with its original chassis, body, and engine as it left the factory. . This beautifully maintained and extremely original DB3S comes to Monterey restored to 'Works' specification, having seen a number of vintage event outings, and accompanied by an extraordinary history file. . Don't miss your chance to bid on this historic racer. See more and register to bid at RMSothebys.com/MO19!
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1939 Porsche Type 64

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#New Film | Porsche Type 64 | An Origin Story in Motion . We’re proud to release a new film on the Porsche Type 64, the antecedent of Porsche’s historical evolution. . Produced by @porchhousepictures, it stars award-winning filmmaker, Pikes Peak Champion, and lifelong #Porsche enthusiast @Zwart, and @Porsche Factory Team Driver and @luftgekuhlt Co-Founder, Patrick Long, who spend a day with the oldest car to wear the Porsche name, weighing in on its significance to the Porsche community as well as its influence on the brand that it would birth. . #Watch the full film at the link in our bio.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta

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#NEWS: We're pleased to announce that this exceptional Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta is coming to #RMMonterey WITHOUT RESERVE! . Chassis no. 3359 GT is one of just 40 steel body SWB Berlinettas built in the final production run during 1962. The SWB is the predecessor to the legendary 250 GTO as one of the ultimate high-speed Gran Turismo cars, and this particular car was sold new to Italy, finished in stunning Grigio Argento over Red Connolly Vaumol leather and equipped with the latest Tipo 168/61 V-12 engine. . The SWB has all the right criteria serious collectors should be looking for; matching-numbers, Ferrari Classiche certified, brilliantly restored, and finished in one of the most attractive original color combinations. It comes to Monterey in exceptional condition, as one of the finest examples of the model and a must-have in any collection of the world’s best sports and GT cars. . Visit RMSothebys.com/MO19 to learn more and to contact a car specialist about entering your important car!
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1962 Ferrari 196 SP

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Drive into the weekend on this beautiful #FerrariFriday in today’s final highlight: the 1962 Ferrari 196 SP set for #RMMonterey! The final of just six examples ever built and a mere five survivors, the 196 SP was campaigned initially by Luigi Chinetti’s North American Racing Team at the 1963 12 Hours of Sebring, where it finished 3rd in Class, and the 1000KM Nürburgring piloted by Pedro and Ricardo Rodríguez as a Scuderia Ferrari Works entry. The car went on to enjoy a successful North American racing career, achieving a half dozen podium finishes and multiple class victories across nearly 20 races in period. . This particular example has had just four private owners in the last 50 years, including time spent in Pierre Bardinon’s former Mas du Clos Collection. The 196 SP comes to auction in concours-quality, race-ready condition, complete with its matching-numbers engine and worthy of the hobby’s finest events. . Global Head of Auctions @gordduff had a chance to drive the car and reports it to be on the button and ready to race again! . Don’t miss your chance to bid. Visit the link in our bio to register or to learn about limited remaining consignment opportunities – open until 3 July!
A post shared by RM Sotheby's (@rmsothebys) on Jun 28, 2019 at 5:53pm PDT

1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype

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#NEWS: We're bringing all three generations of the Ford GT to #RMMonterey, 15-17 August! . Leading the lineup is the forefather of “the pace car for an entire company”, a 1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype. The first of just 5 GT40 roadsters built and the 8th of only 12 prototypes, this is one of the finest, most original, and rarest examples of Ford’s racing icon. Built for Shelby American as a test and development car, this very car was driven by such legendary drivers as Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, and Jim Clark and would crown any collection as an historic component of the GT40 legend. . Joining the GT40 in #Monterey: . - A pair of low-mileage, four-option 2005 Ford GTs, in Centennial White and rare Midnight Blue . - A modern, unencumbered 2017 Ford GT finished in one-off Beryllium Orange and featuring a host of custom options . See more and register to bid on the complete lineup at RMSothebys.com/MO19.
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