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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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Rimac Bugatti and Volkswagen Group America agreement

At the 2023 Monterey Car Week Rimac Bugatti signed a contract with Volkswagen Group America for the distribution of Bugatti and Rimac cars on the American market. This agreement increases the availability of Nevera and Bugatti cars, but also better support.

“We are thrilled to continue distributing Bugatti vehicles through our newly signed agreements. We are also excited to import and distribute Rimac models through this collaboration, providing even more variety to our customers,” said Pablo di Si, CEO of Volkswagen Group of America.

This will be a powerful alliance between a major German brand that has a built-up sales and service network in the United States and the manufacturer of the most powerful and fastest electric car in the world.

“For both the Bugatti and Rimac brands, the US is the strongest single market in the world so it is important that we maintain a sales and ownership experience befitting the outstanding cars we deliver to customers. Working with Volkswagen America will allow our US dealer network to grow with vast experience and resources available to them,” said Mate Rimac.

Bugatti Rimac currently offers the Nevera Time Attack, a racing car built for new records and the Bugatti Mistral. Nevera is powered by four electric motors with a total power of 1,914 hp (1,408 kW) and 1,741 lb-ft (2,360 Nm) of torque which is enough to push the car to 62 mph in just 1.81 seconds with the title of EV with the highest verified top speed of 256 (412 km/h).

Bugatti Mistral is powered by a centrally located turbocharged 8-liter W16 engine with 1,600 hp (1,177 kW) and 1,180 lb-ft (1,600 Nm) of torque. The same engine powers the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+. It reaches 62 mph (100 km / h) in just 2.4 seconds, 124 mph (200 km / h) in 5.8 seconds, and 186 mph (300 km / h) in about 12 seconds. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Source: Rimac Automobili

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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