Vintage Ferraris Ravaged By Hurricane Speed To Auction Reenacting Their Calamity
Amid the echoes of a powerful storm that wreaked havoc in 2004, a collection of vintage Ferrari race cars has emerged as silent witnesses to nature’s fury. The barn that once shielded these Italian legends from the elements now stands as a testament to resilience, as RM Sotheby’s prepares to unveil a treasure trove of automotive history called ‘Lost & Found’ during the Monterey Car Week.
Bearing the scars of a fateful hurricane that struck in 2004, this ensemble of 20 classic Ferraris has weathered the years untouched and unrestored, revealing a poignant testament to their endurance. Each car stands as a tangible artifact of both neglect and the passage of time.
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To set the scene, RM Sotheby’s is even recreating the very barn that cradled these Ferraris, collapsed and tattered by the same storm, as an immersive display backdrop.
Remarkably, despite their timeworn condition, these Italian exotics are poised to fetch up to US$20 million for the collection, averaging around US$1 million per car.
Some of these remarkable vehicles once roared across major European racing circuits, with one even finding its way into the hands of King Mohammed V of Morocco.
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Leading the charge is the 1965 275 GTB, a car that boasts a rich history, having graced the floors of the Turin Motor Show and participated in the exhilarating Targa Florio race. Its potential bidding price could crest at US$2–2.5 million.
Also included in the sale is a 1954 500 Mondial Spider Series I. Despite its setbacks, including a fourth-place finish in class at the Mille Miglia and damage from a fire in another race, this vehicle could still rake in an impressive US$1.7–2.3 million at auction.
[via Artnet News and Forbes, cover images via RM Sotheby’s]
