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2003 Aston Martin V12 Vanquish for sale

December 16, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

In 2001, Aston Martin unveiled its new high-performance grand tourer and successor to the Vantage model, the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish. It appeared in the James Bond film “Die Another Day”, earning it the title of third best on the list of Best Film Cars Ever. It was produced until 2007, and 1,492 cars left the production lines. One of them, a 2003 Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, is for sale.

Aston Martin V12 Vanquish is powered by a 5.9L V12 engine with 460 hp (343 kW) and 400 lb-ft (542 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via an electro-hydraulically operated six-speed automated transmission. It reaches 60 mph under 5 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (306 km/h). It is mounted on silver 19-inch twelve-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 255/40 (front) and 285/40 (rear) Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

The car is finished in silver, properly maintained and in good condition. It is built on an aluminum-composite and carbon-fiber chassis, while the body is made of aluminum panels. It is equipped with fog lights, hood and fender vents, an integrated rear spoiler, rear parking sensors and dual exhaust outlets.

Inside, the adjustable seats are covered in charcoal leather with dark gray inserts. Alcantara upholstery is available as an option. Black leather covers the dashboard and can also be seen on the door panels. The steering wheel is also wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes, aluminum pedals, automatic climate control, a Linn cassette stereo with a trunk-mounted CD changer and analog clock. The odometer shows 12,921 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a clean Florida title in the name of the seller’s trust.

The auction ends on December 22nd and the current highest bid is $25,000 USD.

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1994 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 for sale

December 16, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

In 1989, Porsche unveiled the 911 Carrera 4 (Type 964), which was an important car for Porsche since the world economy was undergoing recession and the company could not rely on its image alone. It was produced until 1994, and 267 factory widebody coupes reached the American market. One of them, a 1994 Porsche 911 Carrera 4, is up for sale.

Carrera 4 is powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine with 247 hp (184 kW) and 228 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a five-speed manual transmission with a limited-slip differential. It reaches 60 mph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 163 mph (261 km/h). It is mounted on 17-inch multi-spoke wheels wrapped in Michelin tires.

This car is finished in black, is in good condition and has been well maintained. It is equipped with extended fenders, a speed-activated rear spoiler, electric sunroof, integrated fog lights, heated and electrically adjustable side mirrors and four-wheel ventilated discs with ABS.

Inside, Cashmere Beige leather covers the front seats, door panels and rear seats, while the dashboard and four-spoke steering wheel are covered in black leather. Additional equipment includes Pioneer stereo, dual front airbags, power windows, cruise control, cruise control, and air conditioning. The clock reads 91,576 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a window sticker, a stamped service booklet and a clean California title in the seller’s name.

The auction ends on December 22nd and the current highest bid is $40,000 USD.

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2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M is for sale

December 16, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

At the 2008 World Finals in Mugello, Ferrari unveiled a convertible version of the 430 Scuderia, the Scuderia Spider 16M. It is a limited edition produced to commemorate Ferrari’s 16th victory in the Formula 1 Constructor’s World Championship in 2008. It was produced for only one year and 499 cars left the production line. One of them, the 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia Spider 16M, is for sale.

Scuderia Spider 16M is powered by a 4.3-liter DOHC V8 engine with 503 hp (375 kW) and 347 lb-ft (471 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 6-speed F1 automated transaxle and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph in 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km/h). It is mounted on gray-finished 19-inch Scuderia alloy wheels wrapped in 235/35 (front) and 285/35 (rear) Michelin Pilot Sport tires.

This car has been well maintained, finished in Rosso Corsa and is in excellent condition showing only 2,022 miles on the odometer. It is equipped with a carbon-fiber package that includes a front spoiler, sideview mirrors, rear grille, and rear diffuser. There are also Scuderia Ferrari fender shields, convertible soft top, xenon headlights, Boden Autohaus Stage 2 exhaust system, heated mirrors, 16M Scuderia badging, reinforced chassis, retuned suspension with ZF dampers and titanium springs, Brembo carbon-ceramic with red-finished brake calipers, lighter bumpers and side skirts.

Inside, the carbon seats are wrapped in black fabric with red inserts and accent stitching mounted over exposed diamond-plate aluminum flooring. The carbon fiber covering the door panels can also be seen on the Alcantara-covered dashboard. The steering wheel is wrapped in a combination of carbon fiber and Alcantara. Additional equipment includes embroidered Cavallino headrests, drilled aluminum pedals, air conditioning, power windows and locks, a fire extinguisher, and Audiotec-Fischer touchscreen stereo and amplifier.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with removed parts, a car cover, a tool kit, manufacturer’s literature and a clean California title.

The auction ends on December 18th and the current highest bid is $275,000 USD.

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