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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is up for auction

At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show Mercedes-AMG presented the first Mercedes-Benz automobile designed and built from scratch entirely by AMG, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. It was produced until 2014 when it was replaced by the SLS AMG GT Final Edition. This 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is up for auction.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is powered by the world’s most powerful naturally aspirated production series engine ever produced 6.2-liter M159 DOHC V8 with a factory output of 563 hp (420 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a limited-slip differential. It is mounted on black-finished seven-spoke 19″ and 20″ wheels wrapped in Continental ContiProContact tires.

The car is in excellent condition, well maintained and finished in Obsidian Black Metallic with matte clear paint protection film. It is equipped with gullwing doors with pop-out handles, carbon-fiber trim, bi-xenon headlamps, a speed-activated aerofoil, straked front fender vents, power-folding mirrors, Parktronic parking sensors, quadruple exhaust outlets, Akrapovič exhaust system, and gold -finished AMG-branded brake calipers over carbon-ceramic rotors at all four corners.

Inside, heated power-adjustable AMG sport seats are trimmed in Designo Classic Red leather, which also covers the door panels, dashboard and center console. In front of the driver is a leather and Alcantara trimmed steering wheel behind which is a digital odometer showing 13,407 miles. Additional equipment includes a rearview camera, Keyless Go, optional extended carbon-fiber interior trim, dual-zone automatic climate control, and COMAND infotainment with navigation.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a clean Florida title.

The auction ends on October 6 and the current highest bid is $155,000 USD.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is up for auction
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1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso is up for auction

In 1962, Ferrari introduced a car that is considered one of the most elegant Ferraris, the Ferrari 250 GT (also known as the 250 GT/L or Luso). It was produced until 1964 and only 351 units left the production lines. One of them, a 1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso is up for auction.

This 250 GT/L is finished in Grigio Notte and is in good condition. In 2014, the car was restored by JD Classics of Maldon, Essex, which included rebuilding the engine and installing a new timing chain, pistons, rings, main bearings, and exhaust valves, while the crankshaft was reground. It has a steel body manufactured by Carrozzeria Scaglietti, while the doors, boot lid, and bonnet are made of aluminum. This model is the first Ferrari with a small integrated spoiler and Kammback rear.

Inside, the seats are covered in quilted red leather that also covers the door panels, the center console and a parcel shelf behind the seats, matched with the red carpet.

Under the hood is a 3.0L Colombo V12 engine with 240 hp (180 kW) at 7,500 rpm and 178 lb-ft (242 Nm) of torque at 5,500 rpm. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual transmission. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 7 to 8 seconds with a top speed of 150 mph (240 km/h).

JD Classics inspected and cleaned the front and rear suspension and brake systems to period standards. The entire restoration process was documented and the owner began the process of applying for Ferrari Classiche certification.

The auction will take place on November 4 and the estimated value of the car is between £1,250,000 – £1,500,000 GBP.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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1963 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso is up for auction
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1957 Porsche 356A 1600 Coupe is up for auction

In 1957, Porsche introduced the second revision of the 356A, the Type 2. It was produced until 1959 and less than 13k units of this body type left the assembly line. One of them, a 1957 Porsche 356A 1600 Coupe is up for auction.

This car was in storage for decades until it was purchased by the current owner. It was refurbished from 2004 to 2013 when it was repainted in Silver Metallic. Works included removal of rust, replacement of the floor pans, door posts, rocker panels, portions of the quarter panels and fenders, windshield, headlights, tail lights, rear side windows, turn signals, seals and various decorative parts, bumpers, cover with one grille, driver-side mirror and markings, shocks, the four-wheel drum brakes, the brake master cylinder, the wheel cylinders, and brake lines.

Inside, the seats are covered in red leather with corduroy inserts. Leather also covers the door panels and dashboard. In front of the driver is an ivory-finished steering wheel behind which is a five-digit mechanical odometer showing 64,265 kilometers (40k miles). Additional equipment includes a Porsche-branded radio block-off plate, red lap belts, and rubber floor mats over beige square-weave carpeting.

The Porsche 356A 1600 Coupe is powered by a 1.6-liter flat-four engine with 59 hp (44 kW) at 4,500 rpm and 81 lb-ft (110 Nm) at 2,800 rpm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox. It is mounted on silver-finished 15″ wheels wrapped in Kumho Power Star 758 tires.

The car comes with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, workshop manuals, records from the rebuild, a luggage rack, and a clean Minnesota title in the seller’s name listing the vehicle as a 1958 Porsche.

The auction ends on September 26 and the current highest bid is $65,000 USD.

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1957 Porsche 356A 1600 Coupe is up for auction