famous owners. Many cars with sensational pedigrees, many even more remarkable to their distinguished owners. One of the most valuable appears Ferrari F1 F2001b which Michael Schumacher won the Australian Grand Prix in 2002. But the list of precious Maranello models is long and includes Dino 246 GT owned by Keith RichardsRolling Stones guitarist and Ferrari 275 GTB/4 actor Steve McQueen.
Five times world champion. The Ferrari F2001b was built for racing. first three races of the season 2002 Formula 1. frame 215 led Schumacher to victory in the first race of the season in Australia, propelling him to the top of the World Drivers’ Championship standings and laying the foundations for winning his fifth titlelaunching it on the Olympus of this sport, on a par with the great Juan Manuel Fangio.
What story! Two weeks later, at the Malaysian Grand Prix, a German driver was driving a single-seat car. took pole positionprelude to a breathtaking performance in which he moved up from 21st position to 3rd place on the podium. Ferrari F2001b Public Offering Represents Incredibly Rare Ownership Opportunity racing car great historical significance. So rare that a car appraisal is only available upon request.
Sports and rock and roll. Custom cars have accompanied rock and roll since the beginning of this musical genre. Therefore, it is not surprising that Keith Richards, guitarist and co-founder of the Rolling Stones, owned a Ferrari Dino 246 GT, one of the most beautiful sports cars of the 20th century. Like Richards himself, Dino needs no introduction: V6 enginebrilliantly balanced, superb Scaglietti body shopthis car, quantity frame 03354, is an example of the “E-series” which represents the 246 GT in its final, more mechanically advanced form. Its 2.4 liter engine is delivered up to 192 horsepower and aggregated with a five-speed gearbox.
US specifications. Produced 10 February 1972, livery painted. metallic silver combined with interior Nero Connolly leather. American car with Veglia Borletti gauges in miles. Although Ferrari historian Marcel Massini’s account indicates that this Dino was originally sold to a Michigan industrialist, it was actually Richards who first received the car in California in June 1972.
Japan and back. Richards shipped his Ferrari Dino to England in 1975 and registered it with license plate GYL 157N. He is also said to have used the car on European tours, clocking in over 25,000 miles. At least until 1986, when it was sold to a private collection in Japan. Returning to Europe in 2014, Dino was acquired by another musicianStory by: Liam Howlett, UK group co-founder Prodigy. After a detailed engine restoration, the car has covered 30,037 miles and is in perfect condition. There grade Sotheby’s initial 400-500 thousand dollars (about 364-455 thousand euros).
Hollywood star. Another undisputed star among cars from Maranello – 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Scaglietti. left in the hands of the actor Steve McQueen over four years. Restored in 2013 by Ferrari Classiche, it has subsequently been exhibited at Ferrari Museum Maranello and others Contest of Elegance at the Villa d’Este. It will be auctioned for a good 5-7 million dollars (approximately 4.6-6.4 million euros).
Jay Key’s car. Staying on the musical theme but changing brands, the auction includes Bentley S1 Continental Drophead Coupé by Park Ward, 1958 owned for 22 years by Jay Kay, frontman of Jamiroquai. An example that also “lit up” in the Love Foolosophy video, in which the singer appears next to model Heidi Klum. Completely refurbished in 1990 Continental flip-head coupe (produced in 94 copies and only 55 in the right-hand drive version) comes with a dark blue body and hood combined with a gray leather interior. Chassis number BC40EL, only 40,000 miles. Also in this case price on request.
Limited edition supercars. Then there’s the limited edition supercar, Ford GT Legacy Edition 2021tribute to Ford GT40 Mk II winner 24 hours Daytona piloted by the legendary duo of Ken Miles and Lloyd Ruby. One owner, this model has only been driven 785 km (estimated cost $1,100,000–$1,500,000). They are also from a private collection. BMW 328 Special Competition roadster, 1938 (estimated at $1,900,000–$2,900,000), built in just three copies for the German national racing team, and extraordinary Chrysler 300B Coupe Speciale Boano 1956 (estimate 950,000-1,250,000 dollars) by personal order of Gianni Agnelli. Through meticulous restoration and numerous awards in the pedigree, these vehicles represent the ultimate expression of craftsmanship and automotive history.
Other Made in Italy. Other four-wheeled jewels on offer from the private collection include:Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport Villa d’Este Coupe Touring 1950, only 36 copies made, restored in 2021 by Rizza Classic (est. $825,000–$925,000); Alfa Romeo 1947 Pinin Farina 6C 2500 Super Sport Cabriolet, the latest development of the model, with a documented history since leaving the factory (estimated at $650,000–$750,000); A Lancia Aurelia B20S GT Coupé Series 4 1955beautifully restored example of one of the best GTs of the post-war period (estimated at $200,000-$250,000).
Dream or propose. Dream, admire or, for the lucky ones who have the opportunity, choose your favorite model and make your offer, you can view long list of cars and engines (208 lots) auctioned by RM Sotheby’s during Monterey Car Week in consultation with auction house website which contains descriptions and characteristics for each individual instance.