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2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV LP750-4 with 9,645 miles for sale

At a time when car manufacturers are struggling with the global economic crisis and the difficult supply of parts for new cars, the demand for older models is on the rise. This primarily applies to low-mileage cars like the 2017 Lamborghini Aventador SV LP750-4 with 9,645 miles (15,522 km) on the odometer.

Aventador SV LP750-4 is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.5L 12-cylinder engine with 740 hp (544 kW) and 509 lb-ft (690 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via an ISR 7-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 217 mph (350 kph). It is mounted on a set of Dianthus 20 and 21 inch forged wheels in high gloss Black.

It is finished in a very rare Glittered Blu Sideris and is ideal for collectors. It is equipped with upgraded Novitec suspension, fixed carbon fiber rear wing, carbon ceramic high performance disc brakes with Black calipers, carbon-fiber rear air intakes, transparent engine cover louvers, revised front splitter, rear diffuser, carbon fiber engine frame, transparent engine bay, and also has ceramic paint protection.

Inside, the power heated seats are upholstered in a combination of leather and Alcantara with blue contrast stitching. The multi-function steering wheel with paddle shifters and the lower part of the dashboard are also covered in Alcantara. There are also carbon fiber foot plates, air conditioning, ceramic window tint, rear-view camera and Sensonum sound system.

The car is listed at the Mecum auction.

Source: Mecum

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

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

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