The star lots led to fierce battles amongst bidders in the room, on the telephone and the internet. A
European collector became the proud new owner of lot 182, the 1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 for €481,600
including premium following several tense minutes, to loud applause in the room.
Another hotly-contested model, the ex-Charles Aznavour 1962 Rolls-Royce Phantom V Limousine by
James Young (lot 133) changed hands for €180,600, with Matthieu Lamoure's tuneful tribute to the artist
accompanying the bidding.
Other notable results included lot 124, the low mileage, two-owner 1970 Aston Martin DBS V8 which made
the record price of €186,600. The ex-Marcel Dassault 1983 Rolls Royce Silver Spur (lot 193), with just
11,000 km from new, sold for a strong €73,400. Other highlights included the 1950 Delahaye 135M
Cabriolet Estérel by Guilloré (lot152) which fetched €120,400. Finally, the rare and elegant 1957 Lancia B
24S Aurelia convertible Pinin Farina (lot 219) attracted much interest and changed hands to applause in the
room for €240,800.
"What a success for a sale paying tribute to the passion of an exceptional man, with the fantastic team
spirit of Artcurial Motorcars! A breath of fresh air during these extraordinary times," remarked Matthieu
Lamoure, Managing Director of Artcurial Motorcars
Collectors showed their appreciation of French luxury. The 1960 Facet Vega HK 500 (lot 174), a rare
representative of this prestigious French marque, found a new owner for €126 400. The 1978 Peugeot 604
V6 TI (lot 178) sold for two and a half times its estimate, fetching €3,000.
There were new records for American models with the 1973 Pontiac Grand Safari 455C1 (lot 233) which flew
to 8 times its high estimate, selling for €49,400. The 1976 Chevrolet Blazer (lot 234) made the world record
price of €65,000. Lot 208, the 1966 Austin Mini Mooke also set a new record, changing hands for €45,800.
This car had been presented to André Trigano by his company to mark 41 years in the business!
The Renault 4L painted by Arman (lot 145) became the most expensive 4L in history, achieving a
remarkable €50,600. It will join the Parisian collection of an art and automobile enthusiast.
Popular models attracted interest, including the 1974 2CV Citroën AZA2 (lot 101) which doubled its
estimate, selling for €6,600. The 1985 Citroën 2CV6 Special (lot 198) found a new owner for €19,300. The
1969 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 (lot 215), presented in highly original condition, made €12,000.
There was also a great deal of interest in barnfind models. The 1939 Lincoln Zephyr V12 Coupe (lot 244)
changed hands for €26,500, after a battle between a bidder in the room and on the internet. The Dodge
WC56 Command Car (lot 247), was acquired for €10,200, over ten times its high estimate.
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