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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster sold for $101,000 USD

After the SLS AMG model, at the 2014 Paris Motor Show Mercedes-AMG presented its new sports car, the Mercedes-AMG GT. It is the second sports car developed entirely in-house by this company. In 2017, the roadster version of this model, the Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster, arrived on the market, with the active air management system found on the GT R variant to help with cooling and airflow performance. It was produced until 2021, and one example, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster, recently sold for $101,000 USD.

Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine with 469 hp (350 kW) and 465 lb-ft (630 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 188 mph (302 km/h). It is mounted on 19 and 20 inch forged AMG wheels wrapped in 265/35 (front) and 295/30 (rear) Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.

This car is finished in black, has been properly maintained and is in good condition. It is equipped with a power-operated black soft top, LED headlights with Adaptive High-beam Assist, Parktronic sensors, a deployable rear spoiler, dual exhaust outlets exiting through the rear valance, sports suspension and AMG-branded calipers over cross-drilled and slotted rotors. In 2021, a Mercedes-Benz A-service was performed and the software of the control unit was updated.

Inside, the sports seats are covered in black leather with Red Pepper inserts. Black leather also covers the dashboard, door panels and central console, as well as the AMG Performance steering wheel. Additional equipment includes Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control, a Burmester audio system, a reverse camera, COMAND infotainment, Keyless Go, automatic climate control, and the Lane Tracking Package. The clock reads 2,959 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with a window sticker, service records and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT Roadster sold for $101,000 USD

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1998 Ferrari F355 Spider is up for auction

In the mid-90s, Ferrari unveiled a new sports car, the Ferrari F355 Spider. The car was produced between 1995 and 1999, and 3,717 units left the production line. One of them, a 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider, is up for auction.

The F355 Spider is powered by a 3.5-liter DOHC V8 engine with 375 hp (276 kW) and 268 lb-ft (363 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph in 4.7 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph (295 km/h). It is mounted on 18-inch five-spoke magnesium wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.

This car is finished in Argento Nurburgring, has been well maintained and is in excellent condition. It is equipped with pop-up headlights, fog lights, an integrated tailgate spoiler, a Challenge-style rear grille, quad exhausts, a vented bonnet, door air intakes, rocker panels and Ferrari brake calipers mounted over vented discs at each corner.

Inside, the sports seats are upholstered in Nero leather, which can also be seen on the lower half of the dashboard, door panels and dashboard, while the steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes automatic climate control, an AM/FM/CD/cassette stereo, and drilled aluminum pedals. The clock shows 16,917 miles.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with removed hardware, service records, manufacturer’s literature and accessories and a clean California title.

The auction ends on December 28th and the current highest bid is $77,500 USD.

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1998 Ferrari F355 Spider is up for auction

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Modified 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera is up for auction

At a time when the price of used cars is increasing, many owners are trying to make extra profit by selling their cars. So, now we often see low-mileage or modified cars on the market, some of which fetch enormous prices. Such could be the case with this 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera that is being offered at auction.

This 911 Carrera has the body of the Carrera RS model and is powered by a 3.6L flat-six engine from 1990. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 915 five-speed manual transmission with a Sachs Power clutch kit and an external oil cooler. It is mounted on 17-inch Fuchs and RSR-style wheels wrapped in 225/45 (front) and 255/40 (rear) Michelin Pilot Sport N3 tires.

The car is finished in Glacier Blue with black RS-style graphics on the bonnet and on both sides, which makes it look remarkable. It is equipped with RS-style bumpers, black horn and decklid grilles, EB Motorsport ducktail fiberglass rear spoiler, bright window trim, H4 headlights with chrome trim rings, Euro-spec amber taillights, a chrome driver-side mirror, brake discs on all four wheel and Bilstein B6 shock absorbers.

Inside, the Recaro bucket seats are upholstered in black leather, which covers the door panels and dashboard. The MOMO Prototipo steering wheel is also wrapped in black leather, while the rear seats and radio have been removed. The clock shows 104,660 km.

This 911 Carrera is being offered on consignment by the selling dealer in Norway with Norwegian registration.

The auction ends on December 28th and the current highest bid is $85,000 USD.

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Modified 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera is up for auction

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