Santa Monica, Calif., 21st July, 2022 |
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“I am thrilled with the selection of prestigious cars we have consigned to our London Auction,” said Gooding
& Company European Sales Consultant, Joe Twyman. “This special grouping of historic road going and
competition cars presents such a strong variety across both price point and genre, and caters to all manner
of tastes and preferences.” |
1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.8 RSR (Estimate: £1,750,000 – £2,250,000) |
Porsche’s dominance in the prototype era and the start of a GT racing program culminated in the early
1970s with the introduction of highly successful models and variants. In 1973, a decade after the 911’s
debut, Porsche unveiled the Carrera 2.7 RS, a homologation special that kickstarted a legendary line of
race cars. The next evolution of the 2.7 RS was the 2.8 RSR, incorporating a roster of improvements with its
full racing-specification engine, revised suspension settings, incredibly effective braking system, and
lightened internal components. Visually, the 2.8 RSR distinguished itself with its massive fender flares,
central-oil-cooler air intake, and ultra-wide Fuchs wheels. |
1965 Ferrari 275 GTS (Estimate: £1,050,000 – £1,250,000) |
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (Estimate: £1,100,000 – £1,300,000) |
The London Auction will also proudly present a 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA (Estimate: £200,000 –
£300,000), a car specially competition prepared for historic racing and eligible for many major events including
the Tour Auto and Goodwood Revival. Also offered is a legendary racing 1966 Lotus Cortina Mk I (Estimate:
£125,000 – £175,000, Without Reserve), one of only seven works cars ordered by the Ford Competitions
Department from Lotus and boasting an impressive resume. These lots are joined by a 1959 Stanguellini
Formula Junior (Estimate: £90,000 – £120,000, Without Reserve), ordered new by Briggs Cunningham
and presented with an extensive, well-documented US and European racing history. The auction will also
include two highly significant competition engines: a Ferrari 246 F1-66 Tipo 228 V-6 Engine (Estimate:
£125,000 – £175,000) developed for world champion John Surtees to campaign in the 1965 Tasman Series
that went on to lead several Grands Prix, score podiums, and break lap records in 1966. It is being offered
from over 40 years in current ownership. Also offered is a Ferrari 250 GT Engine and Gearbox (Estimate:
£100,000 – £120,000) that was recently rebuilt to produce 256 bhp at 7,000 rpm. |
London Auction |
Thursday-Saturday, 1-3 September 2022 |