London, 23 February, 2022 |
1955 was the year that the 550 claimed a 1-2-3 class victory at Le Mans, as well as placing fourth overall. It
was also the year that the motor car offered was produced as chassis number 550-0036 in April. |
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Jakob Greisen, Bonhams Vice President - Head of US Motoring, said: “We are immensely honored to be
entrusted with the sale of this spectacular 550 Spyder direct from half a century of ownership. |
The Bonhams Amelia Island Auction 2021, presenting a curated selection of motorcars, will be held as a
traditional live auction at the Fernandina Beach Golf Club on Thursday, March 3, with bids accepted from
clients in the room (respecting social distancing and all local COVID-related guidelines). |
Meanwhile the Bonhams Eurocars team is actively consigning for The Monaco Sale on 13 May, taking
place during the Monaco Historic Grand Prix, which will present a 1970 Jaguar E-Type Series II 4.2, from
the SOLAR productions compound at the 1970 Steve McQueen film Le Mans. |