RM Auctions 25th Monterey Event
RM MARKS 25th ANNIVERSARY OF ITS MONTEREY EVENT WITH MOST SIGNIFICANT AUCTION OFFERING IN HISTORY RM's ‘Sports & Classics of Monterey’ features a peerless selection of American and European classics, sports and racing cars Highlights include 16 automobiles estimated to garner over $1 million · Newly-announced feature cars include: an authentic 1931 Bugatti Type 51; a rare 1955 Jaguar XKD558; and an award-winning 1938 Delahaye 135 MS Sport Roadster Star attraction: 1958 Ferrari 250 'Pontoon Fender' Testa Rossa, 0738 TR Sale is once again extended to three days, kicking off with a dedicated Ford-themed auction BLENHEIM, Ontario (June 17, 2010) – RM Auctions is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Monterey’s first and original auction, August 12th – 14th, with the most significant collector car auction offering ever presented on the Peninsula. Extended to three days, the highly-anticipated sale will showcase over 200 exceptional automobiles, with no less than 16 motor cars expected to surpass the magic million dollar mark. “RM’s worldwide presence and clientele has enabled us to assemble an auction offering that is second to none,” says Rob Myers, Chairman and CEO, RM Auctions. “From the motor cars to the presentation, we’re pulling out all the stops for our silver anniversary sale in Monterey and putting on a show that’s not to be missed,” Myers adds. Taking center stage in Monterey this year is the 1958 Ferrari 250 ‘Pontoon Fender’ Testa Rossa, 0738 TR*, the most important and valuable motor car ever to be offered during Monterey’s annual auction week. 0738 TR is surrounded by an unparalleled collection of other significant collector cars representing blue-chip automotive marques, from sports and racing to the best of American classics and European coachbuilt automobiles. Taking advantage of RM’s global network of clients and international footprint, the investment-quality motor cars have been sourced from around the world. In addition, RM continues to represent important examples from the estate of the late John O’Quinn. Sports and Racing Sports and racing cars are prominently featured at RM’s 2010 Monterey sale. Joining the diverse roster of previously announced Ferraris signed to the event is an authentic and original 1931 Bugatti Type 51*, chassis number 51132 (Estimate available upon request). Recently discovered documentation has now confirmed that 51132 was raced extensively in period, including at Targa Florio in the early 30’s, closely followed by the ARCA USA Grand Prix in 1935 with McClure Halley behind the wheel. In addition, 51132 was also raced at the inauguralGeorge Vanderbilt Cup in 1936, driven by Dave Evans. Ranked by noted Bugatti specialist, David Sewell, as among ‘the finest surviving examples of the highly desirable T 51 Grand Prix Bugattis’, 51132 is expected to garner significant interest from discerning collectors. Illustrating the breadth of the Sports and Racing category, other notable entries include: a beautifully restored 1964 Cooper-Ford “King Cobra”, CM 5/64 (Est. $650,000 - $850,000), a former Shelby Team Car driven to victory at Riverside by Parnelli Jones; an award-winning, big-block 1967 Shelby 427 Cobra, CSX 3265 (Est. $650,000 - $750,000), just two owners from new; a rare 1938 BMW 328 Roadster, chassis number 85406 (Est. $550,000 - $650,000), formerly part of a large, well-respected American museum collection; and a 1938 Peugeot 402 Pourtout Special Roadster, chassis number 475473 (Est. $425,000 - $525,000), believed to have been raced in France, Belgium and England before the war. For Jaguar enthusiasts, the offering also features a rare and highly-desirable 1955 Jaguar D-Type, XKD558 (Est. $2,000,000 - $2,500,000), which headlines a select series of important Jaguars from the renowned collection of Kathy Nell. American Classics American-built automobiles are well-represented in RM’s Monterey auction offering and span a diverse range of marques. Of note is: a custom 1933 Packard Twelve Custom Dietrich Coupe* (Est. $1,200,000 - $1,400,00); a well-documented 1931 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Sedan, J420 (Est. $700,000 - $900,000), featuring Murphy coachwork, and one of two Duesenbergs on offer; a multiple-award-winning 1930 Stutz Model M Supercharged Coupe by Lancefield, chassis number 31312 (Est. $500,000 - $700,000), one of only two supercharged Model M examples built; and a rare 1948 Tucker 48 Sedan, chassis number 1045 (Est. $550,000 - $750,000), one of only 51 original examples built. European Elegance RM’s Monterey sale also features a stunning selection of European coachbuilt motor cars, including a beautifully restored, multiple-award-winning 1938 Delahaye 135 MS Sport Roadster* (Est. $1,000,000 - $1,250,000), fitted with one of the most beautiful and sporting bodies ever installed on the 135 chassis; a highly-desirable, supercharged 1936 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Special Cabriolet, chassis number 130913 (Est. $1,100,000 - $1,300,000), one of very few special cabriolets built by Sindelfingen; and an early 1913 Rolls-Royce 40/50 HP Silver Ghost “London to Edinburgh” Torpedo, chassis number 2517 (Est. $1,000,000 - $1,500,000), originally built for the Maharajah of Patiala and fitted with a rare, special touring body by Mulliner; and a one-off1938 Jaguar SS100 3.5 Coupe, bodied by Graber, chassis number M229E,(Est. $600,000 - $800,000), also from the Kathy Nell Collection. These latest entries join the previously announced 1949 Delahaye 175 S Saoutchik Roadster, chassis number 815023, and 1938 Talbot-Lago T150-C Lago Speciale Teardrop Coupe, chassis number 90034 – both of which provide great illustrations of the automobile as an art form. Fabulous Fords RM’s extended Monterey auction program kicks off with a dedicated Ford-themed evening auction on Thursday, August 12th, showcasing one of the earliest surviving Fords in existence, a 1903 Ford Model A Rear Entrance Tonneau* (Est. $600,000 - $800,000). For a full list of auction offerings, visit www.rmauctions.com/montereycarlist or call +1 519 352 4575. For those unable to attend the event in person, Internet, absentee and telephone bidding options are available, and the auction will stream live online atwww.rmauctions.com, providing real-time coverage of the event. Event Details – Sports & Classics of Monterey Sale dates: August 12, 2010 7:00pm – 10:00pm PT August 13, 2010 6:00pm – 12:00am PT August 14, 2010 6:00pm – 12:00am PT Preview dates: August 11, 2010 9:00am – 6:00pm PT August 12, 2010 9:00am – 6:00pm PT August 13, 2010 9:00am – 6:00pm PT August 14, 2010 9:00am – 6:00pm PT Location: Portola Hotel & Spa and Monterey Conference Center 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940 Admission: $50 event pass admits one to the preview only; $200 bidder registration admits two to the preview and auction and includes an auction catalog. About RM Auctions RM Auctions is the world's largest auction house for quality automobiles. With over three decades of experience in the collector car industry, RM's vertically integrated range of services, from restoration to private treaty sales, auctions, estate planning and financial services, coupled with an expert team of car specialists and international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. RM proudly holds five of the top 10 – and more significantly, four of the top five – all-time records for the most expensive motor cars sold at auction. RM’s restoration division has achieved unprecedented accolades earning “Best of Show” honours at the world’s top concours events. *Image pictured adjacent to text. Photo credits (from top): 1) 1958 Ferrari 250 ‘Pontoon Fender’ Testa Rossa, 0738 TR (photo credit: Simon Clay © 2010, courtesy RM Auctions) 2) 1931 Bugatti Type 51 (photo credit: courtesy RM Auctions) 3) 1933 Packard Twelve Custom Dietrich Coupe (photo credit: Ron Kimball/Kimball Stock ©2010 Courtesy of RM Auctions) 4) 1938 Delahaye 135 MS Sport Roadster (photo credit: Darin Schnabel © 2010, courtesy RM Auctions) 5) 1903 Ford Model A Rear-Entry Tonneau (photo credit: Simon Clay © courtesy RM Auctions)