Just this weekend, one of Ferrari’s classics was auctioned off. We’re talking about the Ferrari Superamerica 400 Cabriole Pininfarina which was in Monaco. The classic supercar was auctioned off at EU 2.8 million which is equivalent to US$3.5 million, and according to the Ferrari Weblog, that’s a steal!
The latest RM Sporting Classics Auction also featured a number of special cars from the Maserati and Ferrari line. The Superamerica is a rare breed, as it was one of only 5 short-wheelbased 400 cabriolet produced by Ferrari. The car had a tiny 95-inch-wheelbase. This particular vehicle was originally purchased by someone from Arizona back in 1962.
The first owner bought the convertible (with a V12 engine) when it recorded a 145 mph speed during the Bonneville Speed Trials. While it was out of commission for a few years, the car was completely restored in 2005. Before the auction, it was showcased last summer at Pebble’s Concours d’Elegance.
In the same auction, another supercar, a 1960 Maserati Tipo 61 Birdcage, was fetched for more than $3.3 million. It was also a record price for that car. The birdcage sported a latticework of 15mm and 10mm tubes for the chassis (hence, the nickname “Birdcage”). It weighed 1300 pounds and is power-driven by a twin cam 2980cc, four-cylinder-engine.
RM, the Canadian-based auction house, has been held accountable for five of the top 10 most expensive car auction sales last year. The man behind the successful auction house is chairman and founder Rob Myers. Ironically, though, Canada has the lowest auto auction revenues, despite the stellar performance that RM exudes every year.
Story via ExoticCarNews.net.