RM/Sotheby's invites you to go Christmas shopping in New York on December 6, 2017

TEXTNovember 13, 2017 · 4 min

Bruno von Rotz, automatically translated

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Chrysler D'Elegance by Ghia (1952) - as lot 128 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Catalog cover page of the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Racing Suit & Helmet worn by Steve McWueen in "Le Mans" (1970) - as lot 115 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari Testarossa (1989) - as lot 120 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Volkswagen Deluxe '23-Window' Microbus (1960) - as lot 121 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Marmon Sixteen Convertible Coupe by LeBaron (1932) - as lot 122 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Marmon Sixteen Convertible Coupe by LeBaron (1932) - as lot 122 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Bentley R-Type Continental Fastbacl Sports Saloon by Franay (1954) - as lot 123 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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BMW Z8 (2000) - as lot 124 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari F12tdf (2016) - as lot 125 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster (1958) - as lot 126 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet by Saoutchik (1948) - as lot 127 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione (1992) - as lot 129 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Aston Martin DB5 Convertible (1965) - as lot 130 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Jaguar C-Type (1952) - as lot 131 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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De Tomaso Pantera L (1973) - as lot 132 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta by Scaglietti (1969) - as lot 133 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (1955) - as lot 134 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car by Brewster (1923) - as lot 135 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet Series II by Pininfarina (1961) - as lot 136 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Bugatti Chiron (2018) - as lot 137 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Porsche 918 'Weissach' Spyder (2015) - as lot 138 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Porsche 911 GT2 (1996) - as lot 139 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Dino 246 GTS (1974) - as lot 140 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione (1959) - as lot 141 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Pagani Huayra (2014) - as lot 142 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Austin Healey 100-Six "Goldie" (1958) - as lot 143 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari LaFerrari (2014) - as lot 144 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Porsche Carrera GT (2004) - as lot 145 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Ferrari F40 (1990) - as lot 146 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2-Litre Roadster (1966) - as lot 147 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Lamborghini LM002 (1990) - as lot 148 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary (1989) - as lot 149 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Porsche 911 (1966) - as lot 150 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Piaggio Ape Calessino (1953) - as lot 151 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Racing Suit & Helmet worn by Steve McWueen in "Le Mans" (1970) - als Lot 115 an der "Icons" Versteigerung von RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Ferrari Testarossa (1989) - als Lot 120 an der "Icons" Versteigerung von RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

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Volkswagen Deluxe '23-Window' Microbus (1960) - als Lot 121 an der "Icons" Versteigerung von RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

RM/Sotheby's is calling the exclusive auction "New York - Icons", which is set to make bidders around USD 55 million (EUR 46 million, CHF 53.8 million) poorer on December 6, 2017. And we are only talking about the cars on offer here, the wines, works of art and cars cost extra, so to speak.

When even a racing train costs hundreds of thousands ...

Even before the cars, an old Le Mans kilometer sign (USD 30,000 to 50,000) and a racing suit and helmet will be auctioned off. The items were worn during the filming of Steve McQueen's movie "Le Mans". They were auctioned off by the German magazine "Bravo" to mark the launch of the film. The winner of the second prize was more than disappointed at the time, as the first prize would have been a VW Porsche 914. Naturally, a worn racing overall and underwear were not much fun. At least the helmet could be used to ride a scooter, which the winner did after he had sprayed it on.

Racing Suit & Helmet worn by Steve McWueen in "Le Mans" (1970) - as lot 115 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Apparently, the items have now reappeared after 46 years and, if the estimated price of USD 400,000 to 500,000 can actually be realized, they should prove to be a much better investment than the VW Porsche that did not win at the time.

A Ferrari for 15 million

If an item of clothing costs almost half a million, how expensive are cars? An average of around USD 1.7 million per vehicle is expected. The Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider from 1959 makes a big contribution here, as it is expected to cost USD 14 to 17 million.

Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione (1959) - as lot 141 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

This is a Competizione version that competed in the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans and finished fifth overall with practically zero kilometers on the clock. Interested parties should note that this valuable car cannot be purchased at auction on the Internet.

Jaguar C-Type

The Jaguar XK 120C from 1952, once driven by Phil Hill, also has an impressive racing history. The estimate is USD 5.5 to 7 million.

Jaguar C-Type (1952) - as lot 131 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Special bodies by Franay and Saoutchik

For fans of elegant coachwork, two French special bodies are coming under the hammer. The Cadillac Series 62 was clothed in a convertible body by Saoutchik in 1948 and was definitely born for the catwalk.

Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet by Saoutchik (1948) - as lot 127 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

However, the estimate of USD 850,000 to 1.0 million shows that such cars are much less sought after than the sports cars of those years.

Bentley R-Type Continental Fastbacl Sports Saloon by Franay (1954) - as lot 123 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

The Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback from 1954 is somewhat more expensive and has a body by Franay, with a price tag of USD 1 to 1.3 million.

A little pre-war romance

Two cars from the pre-war era will go under the hammer in New York: a 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car with a Brewster body was estimated at USD 500,000 to 700,000, while the 1932 Marmon Sixteen Convertible coupé by Baron is said to be worth USD 1 to 1.2 million.

Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car by Brewster (1923) - as lot 135 at the "Icons" auction of RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Valuable Integrale

A Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione from 1992 is also expected to be surprisingly expensive, with an estimate of USD 175,000 to 225,000.

Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione (1992) - as lot 129 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

However, this still makes it one of the cheapest cars in the auction, as only the 1953 Piaggio Ape Calessino three-wheeler is more wallet-friendly with an estimate of USD 50,000 to 80,000.

Piaggio Ape Calessino (1953) - as lot 151 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Auction classics are not missing

Of course, the auction classics are not missing in New York, they are almost all there.

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing (1955) - as lot 134 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Two Mercedes-Benz 300 SLs (a Gullwing and a Roadster), a Ferrari Daytona, an Aston Martin DB5 Convertible, a Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2 Litre Roadster or a Porsche 911 from 1966 - there is hardly an important car missing from the lot list.

Porsche 911 (1966) - as lot 150 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

(Almost) new cars

13 cars are still veritable youngtimers, i.e. they have not yet reached the age of 30. This does not make them cheap.

BMW Z8 (2000) - as lot 124 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

Steve Jobs' BMW Z8 is said to cost USD 300,000 to 400,000, the 2004 Porsche Carrera GT was estimated at USD 775,000 to 850,000. And a practically new Bugatti Chiron is listed in the catalog at USD 3.5 to 4 million.

Porsche Carrera GT (2004) - as lot 145 at the "Icons" auction by RM/Sotheby's in New York 2017

In general, the estimated values show a lot of self-confidence on the part of the auction organizers; whether the bidders can support this will be seen on December 6, 2017. After all, 1/3 of the vehicles are listed without a reserve price, so perhaps it will be a little cheaper than expected.

Further information and many photos can be found on the RM/Sotheby's website.

Vehicles on offer

The following table lists all the vehicles on offer with estimated prices in USD, EUR and CHF. The conversion was made at the daily exchange rate (1 EUR = 1.17 USD, 1 CHF = 1.01 USD). The column "NoR" indicates vehicles offered without a minimum price with "yes". All data without guarantee.

The list can be sorted as desired by clicking on the column headings.

Lot	Vehicle	Year	$ Est from	$ Est to	€ Est from	€ Est to	CHF Est from	CHF Est to	NoR
120	Ferrari Testarossa	1989	250000	325000	213675	277778	247525	321782	yes
121	Volkswagen Deluxe '23-Window' Microbus	1960	150000	225000	128205	192308	148515	222772	Yes
122	Marmon Sixteen Convertible Coupe LeBaron	1932	1000000	1200000	854701	1025641	990099	1188119
123	Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon Franay	1954	1000000	1300000	854701	1111111	990099	1287129
124	BMW Z8	2000	300000	400000	256410	341880	297030	396040	Yes
125	Ferrari F12tdf	2016	1100000	1400000	940171	1196581	1089109	1386139
126	Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster	1958	1250000	1500000	1068376	1282051	1237624	1485149	yes
127	Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Saoutchik	1948	850000	1000000	726496	854701	841584	990099
128	Chrysler D'Elegance Ghia	1952	900000	1100000	769231	940171	891089	1089109
129	Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione	1992	175000	225000	149573	192308	173267	222772	Yes
130	Aston Martin DB5 Convertible	1965	2450000	2650000	2094017	2264957	2425743	2623762
131	Jaguar C-Type	1952	5500000	7000000	4700855	5982906	5445545	6930693
132	De Tomaso Pantera L	1973	125000	175000	106838	149573	123762	173267	Yes
133	Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta	1969	1400000	1700000	1196581	1452991	1386139	1683168
134	Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing	1955	1300000	1500000	1111111	1282051	1287129	1485149
135	Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Riviera Town Car Brewster	1923	500000	700000	427350	598291	495050	693069	Yes
136	Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet Series II by Pininfarina	1961	1500000	1800000	1282051	1538462	1485149	1782178
137	Bugatti Chiron	2018	3500000	4000000	2991453	3418803	3465347	3960396
138	Porsche 918 'Weissach' Spyder	2015	1700000	1900000	1452991	1623932	1683168	1881188
139	Porsche 911 GT2	1996	1100000	1400000	940171	1196581	1089109	1386139
140	Dino 246 GTS	1974	500000	600000	427350	512821	495050	594059
141	Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione	1959	14000000	17000000	11965812	14529915	13861386	16831683
142	Pagani Huayra	2014	1900000	2300000	1623932	1965812	1881188	2277228
143	Austin-Healey 100-Six "Goldie"	1958	350000	550000	299145	470085	346535	544554	yes
144	Ferrari LaFerrari	2014	3250000	3750000	2777778	3205128	3217822	3712871
145	Porsche Carrera GT	2004	775000	850000	662393	726496	767327	841584
146	Ferrari F40	1990	1200000	1400000	1025641	1196581	1188119	1386139
147	Jaguar E-Type Series 1 4.2-Litre Roadster	1966	250000	325000	213675	277778	247525	321782	yes
148	Lamborghini LM002	1990	400000	500000	341880	427350	396040	495050
149	Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary	1989	200000	250000	170940	213675	198020	247525	Yes
150	Porsche 911	1966	250000	300000	213675	256410	247525	297030
151	Piaggio Ape Calessino	1953	50000	80000	42735	68376	49505	79208	yes

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