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2019 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake for sale

In 2001, the British luxury automobile manufacturer presented the Aston Martin Vanquish grand tourer, and three years later, the Vanquish Zagato was presented at the International Geneva Motor Show. These cars were produced by the Italian coachbuilder Zagato, and only 325 units were produced of which 99 Coupés, 99 Volantes, 99 Shooting Brakes and just 28 Speedsters. One of them, the 2019 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake is for sale.

This car is finished in the launch color of Lava Red over Pure Black and Spicy Red leather. It is in exceptional condition and is adorned with an elongated passenger cabin, three-dimensional “Z” motifs in the front grille and rear mesh, LED taillights similar to blades inspired by the track-only Vulcan, and many details such as two-tone wheels plus gold accenting on the grille and side strakes. Gold accents adorn the steering wheel center, gear lever and air vents.

Under the hood is a 5.9-L naturally aspirated V-12 engine with 592 hp (435 kW) mated to an eight-speed Touchtronic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. The digital odometer shows just 4,937 km.

This car has only had one owner, and is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The estimated value of the car is $450,000 – $550,000 USD.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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2019 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake for sale
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1993 Toyota Supra with Abflug wide-body kit is up for auction

In October, Toyota announced that its sports car and grand tourer, the Supra, which has been on the market since 1978, will remain on the market after 2026. One interesting example of this car, the 1993 Toyota Supra, with a rare Abflug wide -body kit is up for auction, which will be held on December 7.

The car is finished in Super White, and in addition to the Abflug wide-body kit, it is equipped with front bumper, eyeliner, bonnet, F & R fender, door, sidestep, rear bumper, spoiler, door mirror, inner fender, and various mounting hardware. White leather with back inserts, along with the addition of a Simoni Racing steering wheel, boost gauge and Pioneer DVD/TV installation, adorn the car’s interior.

The Supra was first registered in 1993, imported to Great Britain in 2004. It has been owned by the current owner since 2020, and the odometer reads 121,019 km.

Under the bonnet is a twin-turbo 3.0-liter 2HZ-GTE straight-six engine with around 400 hp (294 kW), mated to a four-speed automatic transmission.

The car comes with some older invoices which include a recent service, plugs, battery, alternator and more costing £1,200, MOT (no advisories) and private plate. Estimated value of the car is £20,000 – £25,000 + VAT.

Source: Iconic Auctioneers

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1993 Toyota Supra with Abflug wide-body kit is up for auction
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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing “The Last One” is up for auction

In the mid-1950s, Mercedes-Benz launched a two-seater sports car inspired by the racing cars of the time, the 300 SL Coupe, and in 1957, the Roadster version of this model hit the market. It was produced until 1963, and 3,258 units left the production lines. One of them, the 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing “The Last One”, is up for auction.

This 300 SL Gullwing is the last of the 1,400 Roadster units produced and is considered one of the most beautiful examples of this model. It is finished in a combination of Fire Engine Red (DB 534) over Crème leather (1060) and was produced by special order and was exhibited at the International Trade Fair in Poznań in 1957.

As one of the most stylish and desirable cars of the decade, it made many headlines. He was often a participant in amateur rallies, road races and endurance races, where he attracted attention with his designs, but also often connected with global companies, business tycoons, movie stars and royal families.

So far, it has changed just four owners, and it has been with the current one for the last 25 years. It should be noted that this example is in truly exceptional condition and has retained its numbers-matching chassis, engine, body, gearbox, and front kingpins. It is powered by a 3.0-L 6-cylinder engine with 218 hp that enables a top speed of 250 km/h.

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing “The Last One” comes with copies of its factory data cards, historic imagery, matching luggage, and a full set of belly pans. The auction will take place on November 22 and the estimated value of the car is $2,500,000 – $3,500,000 USD.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing "The Last One" is up for auction