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1959 Ferrari 250 GT Series I Cabriolet Estimate: $5,000,000 - $7,000,000
The 250 GT Series I Cabriolet presented here, chassis 1475 GT, is the last of 40 examples built. As
characterized by Pinin Farina coachwork in the late 1950s and early 1960s, this handsome Cabriolet displays
the transition from the ornate designs of the late 1950s to the clean, modern styling. This is exemplified by
1475 GT’s full-width bumpers and flanks that are unadorned with vents, which emphasize the long, elegant
lines of the front wings. This Series I Cabriolet is one of only four examples built with the open headlamp
treatment, and one of just two with tall vertical taillights. This Cabriolet was owned by noted Ferrari collector
and historian Hilary Raab Jr. for over three decades and has participated in numerous concours and road
rallies. It remains in outstanding condition throughout and is finished in a very attractive color combination of
metallic blue over tan leather upholstery.
1956 Maserati A6G/54 Berlinetta Estimate: $4,000,000 - $5,000,000
The stunning Maserati A6G/54 is the essential Italian Berlinetta. A mere 60 of these chassis were built, and
only 21 were bodied by the master coachbuilder Zagato. The Zagato-bodied examples are decidedly the most
beautiful, sleek and performance-oriented. This car, chassis 2186, is the last A6G/54 Zagato-bodied Berlinetta
built. As such, it incorporates all the desirable late-production features, such as the curvaceous rear fenders
and twin hood scoops. This striking Berlinetta has been recently restored to its original color combination of
dark red with light upholstery by Carrozzeria Quality Cars in Vigonza, Italy. It has been displayed at Concorso
d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2014, as well as the Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari museum in Modena, Italy. This
matching-numbers A6G/54 is one of the most elegant, sophisticated GT cars of the 1950s and presents a
great opportunity for the astute collector.
1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial Series I Estimate: $3,000,000 - $3,800,000
The 500 Mondial was the first Ferrari sports car created for privateer owner-drivers and was powered by
two-liter Lampredi-designed 4-cylinder engine. After the Ferrari 500 F2 captured the 1952 and 1953 World
Championships, Ferrari was convinced that the experience of this ferocious 4-cylinder should also be made
available in the company’s sports cars. This car, chassis 0468 MD, is a first series car and was sold new to
Guido Petracchi, who immediately took it from Italy to Africa to race it. The Mondial placed first overall in the
Ethiopian Grand Prix and then went on to be displayed at the Italian Pavilion during the Silver Jubilee Fair of
Addis Adeba, Ethiopia. The car was stored from 1959-1980 and then restored in the early 1980s by DK
Engineering.The current owner acquired 0468 and subsequently displayed the Ferrari at the 1998 Pebble
Beach Concours d’Elegance®. Recently, the car was part of a full feature in the June 2016 issue of Forza
magazine and is Ferrari Classiche Certified. With undeniable credentials and provenance, 0468MD is an
exceptional Mondial that is ready to be enjoyed by a new distinguished collector.
The Pebble Beach Auctions
Dates
Friday, August 18 at 6:00pm and Saturday, August 19 at 11:00am
Location
Equestrian Center, Corner of Stevenson Drive and Portola Road, Pebble Beach, CA
Public preview
Wednesday, August 16 - Saturday, August 19
Auction catalogues
$100, includes admission for two to the viewing and the auctions
General admission
$40, includes admission for one to the viewing and the auctions
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