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Michael Schumacher’s 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider for sale

Michael Schumacher is one of the most successful and, according to many, the best Formula 1 driver in history. But, since 2013 when he suffered a severe brain injury in a skiing accident, his life is now different. During his career he became the owner of some of the best sports cars and one of them, the 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider, which he gave to his father is for sale.

This Ferrari F430 Spider is finished red over Cuoio leather. It is powered by a 4.3L V8 engine with 490 hp (360 kW) and 343 lb-ft (465 Nm) of torque. The car was designed by Pininfarina with aerodynamic simulation programs used for Formula 1 cars. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph). It has only 29,301 kilometers on the odometer.

Michael’s current condition is unknown to the public. Sometimes some information leaks out, but it is unverified. Former Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Jean Todt sometimes visits him at his family home in Switzerland, once saying: “Michael is here, so I don’t miss him. But he’s just not what he used to be. He’s different and he’s being looked after his wife and children. They protect him.”

This is not the first car to be sold that is related to Schumacher. The 1998 Ferrari F300, the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG and the 2003 Formula 1 car (14 million euros) were sold before it.

Source: Gallery Aaldering

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Michael Schumacher's 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider for sale
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1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe is up for auction

In 1984, Porsche presented the last iteration in the original 911 series and the replacement for the SC model, the 911 Carrera 3.2. It was produced until 1989, and over 70,000 units left the production line. One of them, a 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe is up for auction.

This example is powered by a 3.2-liter M930/25 flat-six engine with 217 hp (162 kW) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a G50 five-speed manual transmission. Two years ago, the engine was serviced, which included replacing the fuel pump relay, alternator, drive belts, and air conditioning receiver-dryer. Oil, spark plugs, drive belts and deck lid struts were also recently changed. It is mounted on 16″ Fuchs alloy wheels wrapped in 205/55 front and 225/50 rear Continental ExtremeContact Sport tires.

The car is finished in Guards Red, properly maintained and in good condition. It is equipped with a rear spoiler, integrated fog lights, a rear window wiper, and heated power-adjustable side mirrors. Minor bodywork was recently done, which included the replacement of the third brake light and front lip, and the finishing of the driver’s door and left fender.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather that also covers the door panels, dash and rear bench. In front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a six-digit odometer showing 74,774 miles. Additional equipment includes a Blaupunkt CD stereo, an alarm system, air conditioning, power windows, and cruise control, the latter of which does not work.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with service records, a car cover, spare parts, manufacturer’s literature, and a clean Arizona title.

The auction ends on December 27 and the highest bid at the time of writing is USD $70,000.

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1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe is up for auction
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1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV Roadster up for auction

In 1998, Lamborghini started building a special car, the Diablo SV Roadster. It was a combination of the Diablo SV in the configuration of the Diablo VT Roadster, and the manufacturer planned to produce only 20 examples. However, due to the financial turmoil faced by the company as well as the lack of interest in such a variant, Lamborghini stopped the project. Only two units of this car were produced, making it the rarest series-production Lamborghini ever. One of them was offered at auction.

This Diablo SV Roadster is powered by a 5.7L V12 engine with 530 hp (395 kW) and 445 lb-ft (605 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.

The car is finished in the striking combination of Roadster Giallo over Nero “Torpedo” Alcantara. It is equipped with a removable roof, rear wing, side air intake blades, electronic suspension lifting system, and 355-millimeter brake discs at each corner. Front bumper, alloy wheels, side decals and interior are from SV coupé. The central console and sills are made of carbon fiber. It has only 42,842 kilometers on the odometer.

The Lamborghini Diablo SV Roadster was offered at RM Sotheby’s Sealed Auction on December 15, 2023.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV Roadster up for auction