2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina is up for auction

January 6, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In 1996, Ferrari unveiled the Ferrari 550 Maranello, and four years later, the Maranello-based company introduced a limited roadster edition of this model, the Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina. It was produced for two years (2000 – 2001) and 448 units left the production line. One of them, a 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina, is up for auction.

Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina is powered by a 5.5L Tipo F133C quad-cam V12 engine with 485 hp (357 kW) and 420 lb-ft (570 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential. It is mounted on multi-piece 18″ Speedline wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

This car is finished in Rosso Corsa, has been properly maintained and is in good condition. It is equipped with a quad-exit exhaust, Pininfarina badges on the quarter panels, enamel Scuderia Ferrari fender shields, red-painted calipers over cross-drilled rotors at each corner, fender vents, and a hood scoop.

Inside, the adjustable carbon fiber seats are covered in tan leather, which covers the door panels, the lower part of the dashboard and the center console. The rest of the dashboard is covered by black leather and Alcantara. The three-spoke steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes power windows, Ferrari-branded floor mats, a gated shifter with a carbon-fiber-trimmed knob as well as automatic climate control, and a Ferrari-Becker stereo with a trunk-mounted CD changer. The clock shows 10,693 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a Ferrari Classiche “Red Book,” factory books, a black rain fly, and a clean California title.

The auction ends on January 7th and the current highest bid is $300,000 USD.

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2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina is up for auction

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1967 Porsche 912 Coupe is up for auction

January 4, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

In 1965, Porsche unveiled an entry-level variant of the 911, the Porsche 912. It was produced until 1969, and more than 32,000 cars left the production line. One of them, a 1967 Porsche 912 Coupe, is up for auction.

The Porsche 912 is powered by a 1.6L flat-four engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 91 lb-ft (123 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. It sits on 15” Fuchs-style wheels wrapped in 195/65 BFGoodrich Touring T/A tires.

This car is finished in Slate Grey, has not been properly maintained and is in pretty bad shape. The owner reported that the gearbox is stuck in gear and the engine dies when the clutch is engaged. Rust is present in several places. It is equipped with front fog lamps, tinted windows, pop-out rear 3/4 windows, and a driver’s side mirror. Valve adjustment, carburetor rebuilds, and replacement of the belts, spark plugs, and distributor points were done five years ago.

Inside, the front bucket seats are covered in black vinyl while the rear seats and door panels are covered in red vinyl. In front of the driver is a four-spoke steering wheel behind which is a odometer showing 85,579 miles. Additional equipment includes black carpets, a JVC AM/FM cassette player, a leather shifter and rubber front floor mats. The siren and heater are inoperative, while the previously installed keyless entry system and alarm system have been removed.

The car comes with shop manuals, service records from 1999 to the present, and a clean Idaho title in the seller’s name, listing the vehicle as a 1968 model year. No Carfax.

The auction ends on January 8th and the current highest bid is $18,000 USD.

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2023 VW ID.7 premiered at CES Las Vegas

January 4, 2023 Francis Mitterrand

For this year’s CES Las Vegas, which will take place on January 5-8, 2023, VW has prepared a new member of the ID family, the ID.7. This is the result of the increased demand for electric vehicles, but also Volkswagen’s success with its EVs, of which 500,000 cars have found new owners.

It is built on the same modular electric MEB platform that is used for the rest of the Volkswagen Group’s range of electric cars. ID.7 has slightly larger dimensions compared to ID.4, which promises a more spacious interior. Although the body is covered in camouflage, it’s still a guess what the car will actually look like when it’s fully revealed.

Volkswagen director Thomas Schafer said that the ID.7 expands the electric offer into the premium segment, as well as offering top technology and quality.

Inside, a new 15-inch touchscreen, electric sliders to control systems, an AR head-up display, and even digitally controlled air vents that automatically adjust the temperature in the car depending on the outside temperature. “Hello Volkswagen” voice controls will also be available to control basic functions. Volkswagen says that the range will be around 700 kilometers according to the European WLTP cycle.

The car will be presented on the markets of Europe, China and North America.

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