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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.

Source: Bring a Trailer

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1957 Porsche 356A 1600 Coupe is up for auction
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1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback is up for auction

In 1967, Shelby presented the first model built in the Shelby GT 500 range, based on the 1967 Mustang. It was produced until 1968 in two body types: fastback and convertible. One of them, a 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback will be offered at auction October 5-7.

This Shelby GT500 Fastback with chassis number 00706 is powered by a 7.0L V8 engine with 355 hp (265 kW) at 5,400 rpm and 420 lb-ft (569 Nm) at 3200 rpm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 4-speed manual transmission.

The car is finished in Nightmist Blue with White LeMans stripes, properly maintained and in good condition. It is equipped with VIN-style fiberglass steel-frame hood and deck lid, rear end, hoses and clamps, shock tower braces, short-tab steering wheel, rear shocks and leaf spring snubbers, while original chrome, stainless and glass are replaced with Carlite glass. Inside, the white upholstery is refinished with attention to factory details.

The car comes with SAAC Registry Information from Dave Mathews including past owners, deluxe Marti Report, copy of window sticker and copy of dealer invoice. It should also be noted that BJ BK carburetors and fuel pump have incorrect date codes.

Source: Mecum

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1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback is up for auction