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1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL AMG 6.0 is up for sale

November 12, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

AMG cars are very popular today, and it all started in 1967 when AMG was founded. Many cars have passed through the tuner’s workshop so far. Now the tuner as part of Mercedes-Benz, since 2005, primarily deals with their cars, and one of them will soon be auctioned. It is a 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL AMG 6.0 as part of The Youngtimer Collection.

AMG did what it does best, boosted the engine by increasing the volume from 5.5 liters to 6.0 liters. After that, the engine was equipped with a set of proprietary, four-valve, dual-overhead-camshaft, three-piece, sand-cast cylinder heads. Thus, the power from the base engine’s 275 hp (202 kW) and 335 lb-ft (455 Nm) of torque has been increased to 380 hp (279 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Also, the top speed was increased from 155 mph (250 km/h) to 180 mph (290 km/h).

The car is intended for the Japanese market, and is finished in Anthracite Gray Metallic. It is one of the most luxurious and extravagant AMG super-limousines. It is equipped with aerodynamic components, improved brakes, improved suspension. Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather, which also covers the four-spoke AMG steering wheel. There is also a Sony stereo system as well as white-faced AMG gauges.

The auction will take place on December 10, and the estimated value of the car is $90,000 – $120,000 USD.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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Specially restored 1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa up for auction

November 10, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

Half a century ago, Porsche created the exclusive lifestyle brand Porsche Design, and for that occasion they restored the 1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa as a counterpart to the new special model 911 Porsche Design 50th Anniversary Edition. The year of manufacture was the only specific requirement for the donor vehicle. The car was finished in the original black color preferred by Ferdinand Porsche, and Porsche Design and Porsche Classic collaborated closely on the car.

“We’ve created a unique vehicle that blends tradition and present day and bears the signature of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche,” said Uwe Makrutzki, Head of Porsche Classic Factory Restoration at Porsche AG.

The car was originally in bad condition, but the Porsche Classic experts did everything to make the Targa look as original as possible. The chassis specifications have been upgraded to the S version, and the car is decorated with Porsche Design inscriptions on the sides, a roll bar in platinum satin finish, classic Fuchs rims and a reproduction of Ferdinand Alexander’s signature at the rear.

The interior of the car was a particular challenge. Fortunately, they have an extremely experienced upholsterer in the Porsche team who took on the challenge and with the help of some templates and test pieces, made the car look outstanding. The seats are upholstered in black leather with a checkered Sport-Tex fabric pattern that can also be seen on the door panels and the lower part of the dashboard, while in front of the passenger there is a “Porsche Design 50th Anniversary” badge.

The car has original documentation, a key pouch (original property of F. A. Porsche) and a model of the restored vehicle.

When it comes to the powertrain, Porsche Classic has completely upgraded the engine specifications so now the Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa is powered by a 2.4L flat-6 engine with 190 hp (140 kW) @ 6,500 rpm. As a reminder, the standard model has 130 hp (97 kW) and 145 lb-ft (196 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear axle via a 5-speed manual gearbox.

The Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa will be offered at the RM Sotheby’s auction, which will take place on December 14th. In addition to the car, the offer will also include a limited anniversary edition Chronograph 1 watch.

Source: Porsche

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1969 Ferrari Dino 206 GT ‘Project’ By Scaglietti for sale

November 9, 2022 Francis Mitterrand

In 1967, Ferrari unveiled the Dino 206 GT with soft edges and curving lines, which is typical of earlier Italian cars. The car was built by Scaglietti, and was produced for only two years (until 1969). Only 153 units left the production line and one of them, the 1969 Ferrari Dino 206 GT ‘Project’ By Scaglietti, will soon be offered at auction.

The car’s lightweight aluminum body is finished in a combination of Rosso Chiaro over Nero with matching carpet. In February 1969, it was delivered to the first customer, Le Mans driver and team owner Alain de Cadenet, in Great Britain via Maranello Concessionaires. In the same year it was sold to Scotland where it stayed for three years. In 1979, it was sold to Ireland, to the current owner.

The Dino 206 GT is a near-complete yet unfinished project fitted with a non-matching Fiat variant of the lauded Dino V-6. It was the first small mid-engine sports road car produced by Ferrari. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter V-6 engine with 178 hp (132 kW) @ 8,000 rpm and 138 lb⋅ft (187 Nm) of torque @ 6,500 rpm, which is enough for the car to reach a top speed of 146 mph ( 235 km/h).

It is equipped with full independent suspension and all round disc brakes. It was the first car sold by Ferrari which used an electronic ignition.

The auction will take place on November 26, 2022, and the estimated value of the car is €150,000 – €200,000 EUR. Also, it is offered without reserve.