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2020 McLaren Senna GTR ‘LM 25’ up for auction

Lazante is a British automotive engineering specialist, who designs and crafts road and track automobiles for the most discerning car collectors and enthusiasts, and one of their cars is up for auction. It’s the 2020 McLaren Senna GTR ‘LM 25’ produced in honor of the McLaren F1 GTR and its famous victory at Le Mans in 1995.

The Senna GTR ‘LM 25’ was produced in just seven examples, each based on a different model or body style, making them unique. Each model is finished in the contrasting dark gray livery worn by the Tokyo Ueno Clinic F1 GTR at Le Mans combined with extensive carbon fiber visuals. There are lightweight forged aluminum and carbon fiber wheels with five spokes, fitted by a center-lock mechanism complemented by gold brake callipers featuring red McLaren lettering. It is equipped with ‘LM 25’ decals and Tokyo Ueno Clinic sponsor branding tucked behind its dihedral-opening doors on the outer carbon fiber monocoque tube.

Inside, the carbon fiber-backed seats are similar to those in the F1 GTR model with ‘LM 25’ logos on the headrest. There are also blue Willans race harnesses (used in the race car), drilled gold pedals, carbon fiber steering wheel with paddle-shift levers, and various other subtle references to the 1995 win, including a faithful rendition of the scrutineering decal on the rear bulkhead.

The McLaren Senna GTR ‘LM 25’ is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-L V-8 engine with 814 hp (607 kW). The same engine powered the F1 GTR, but this limited edition is 41 kg lighter than the original, which is achieved by using lightweight materials.

Since 2020 when it was converted by Lanzante, the car has changed several owners who have not driven it often even though it is road legal. In September 2023, when the service was performed and four tires were replaced, the odometer showed only 1,731 km. It should be noted that in 2023, this car appeared at the London Concours and took the overall winner’s prize on the event’s Supercar Award.

When it comes to price, the car is estimated at €1,400,000 – €1,600,000 EUR. Senna GTR ‘LM 25’ comes with folders containing paperwork and a flight case that includes driver and passenger intercom headsets, and centre-lock wheel removal tool.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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2020 McLaren Senna GTR 'LM 25' up for auction
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster for sale

In 1954, Mercedes-Benz introduced a two-seat sports car, the Mercedes-Benz 300SL. It was first produced as a Coupe, and in 1957 it was replaced by the Roadster version of this model. One of the Coupe examples, the 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster is up for auction.

When it hit the market with a list price of $11,000, it was very popular among celebrities, racing drivers and other successful individuals. This example is part of the Dare to Dream Collection and in 2013 it underwent a complete restoration by renowned marque specialist Rudi Koniczek. It is one of only 101 Roadsters from the entire production finished in extraordinary Light Blue, and one of only 211 examples produced by Mercedes-Benz during their 1959 model year.

During the restoration, the car was stripped completely while steel and aluminum panels were added into the car’s original body where required. It is equipped with Dunlop disc brakes, 3.64 ratio rear axle, color-matched wheels, a Becker Mexico radio, Talbot mirror, and Baisch-style seat belts, while its sumptuous, ergonomic interior was masterfully retrimmed in pristine red leather (1079) beneath a Dark Blue fabric Roadster top.

The car is powered by an original 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine that provides outstanding performance. It is reliable enough to be a favorite of enthusiasts for vintage rallies, long-distance touring, but also for everyday driving.

This collectible Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster is offered without reserve and has an estimated value of $1,500,000 – $1,800,000 USD.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster for sale
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1973 BMW 3.0CS for sale

Between 1968 and 1975, BMW produced a range of E9 coupes based on the BMW 2000 C / 2000 CS with a Karmann body. The first of the E9 coupés was the 2800 CS model, which was replaced by the 3.0 CS in 1971. One of them, a 1973 BMW 3.0CS is for sale.

The BMW 3.0CS is powered by a 3.0-liter M30 inline-six with dual carburetors, paired with a retrofitted five-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.

The car is finished in a light shade of blue and is in good condition. It is equipped with a sliding steel sunroof, an aftermarket front air dam, dual side mirrors, and front fender vents. In preparation for the sale, the brakes were serviced, dry ice cleaning the underside and engine bay, and replacing the control arms, sway bar end link bushings, axle boots, and spark plug wires. It is mounted on 16″ Alpina-style wheels wrapped in 205/55 front and 225/50 rear Pirelli tires.

Inside, the front and rear seats are trimmed in tan leather that also covers the door panels. In front of the driver is a Nardi three-spoke steering wheel and a five-digit odometer showing 76,112 miles. Additional equipment includes wood trim on the dashboard and door tops, a Pioneer CD stereo, power-operated windows, a heated rear window, a wood shift knob, and air conditioning.

The car comes with spare parts and a clean California title.

The auction ends on April 2 and the highest bid at the time of writing was USD $44,444.

Source: Birng a Trailer

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1973 BMW 3.0CS for sale