Seventy-Three-Strong Single Owner Collection to be offered Without Reserve on the First Day of the 2025 RM Sotheby’s Paris Auction

• The Curated Collection boasts a remarkable array of 73 exquisite automobiles from the likes of Porsche, Bugatti, and Aston Martin, spanning nearly 100 years of automotive history
• No fewer than 36 Porsches to be offered, including a near-complete set of 911 RS’ led by a 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Lightweight
• The most comprehensive set of manual Porsche 928s outside of Stuttgart includes the former Derek Bell 928 S4 Club Sport ‘Prototype’
• The sale will be led by a stunning 1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon
• The entire collection will be sold entirely without reserve and on a single day at RM Sotheby’s Paris auction on 4 February 2025
• More information available at rmsothebys.com

LONDON, ENGLAND – December 2, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – RM Sotheby’s is delighted to announce the addition of The Curated Collection tTo its Paris auction calendar on 4 February 2025. The first day of the sale will be dedicated entirely to the 73-strong collection—a varied cross-section of automotive history that includes everything from pre-war Bugattis to more recent Porsche supercars. No fewer than 36 Porsches will be offered for sale, including almost every 911 RS model and front-engined 928 ever built. They will be joined by six Aston Martins, six Alfa Romeos, four Ferraris, three Bentleys, and much, much more.

Leading the collection with an estimate of €1,800,000 – €2,400,000 is a 1954 Bentley R-Type Continental Fastback Sports Saloon by H.J. Mulliner. One of just 207 production examples built, the Fastback represents the pinnacle of post-war luxury. At one time the fastest four-seat production car in the world, it was capable of cruising at 100 mph thanks to a powerful yet refined 4.5-litre, six-cylinder engine. This magnificent example served as the 1954 Brussels Motor Show car and as such was specified in left-hand drive with a central manual gear change, rear wheel spats, and lightweight seats—this specification is regarded by collectors as the pinnacle of the model. Restored by Clark & Carter Restorations in its original Special Grey over tan, it was subsequently shown at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

The Fastback is followed by one of the finest Derby Bentleys in existence, a unique 1939 Bentley 4¼-Litre Convertible by Vanvooren that was first delivered to father of four-time Le Mans winner Olivier Gendebien before going on to win 1st-in-class at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance (Estimate: €400,000 – €550,000), and Touring’s spectacular Shooting Brake, a 2008 Bentley Continental ‘Flying Star’(Estimate: €300,000 – €400,000).

The Curated Collection also boasts two beautiful Bugattis from the golden era of motoring. The first is a stunning 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet by Gangloff, which is estimated to sell for €400,000 – €550,000. It is followed by a very rare example of one of the firm’s greatest touring models, a 1933 Bugatti Type 49 Drophead Coupé, which is estimated to sell for €400,000 – €550,000. Bodied by Van Rijswijk and displayed on their stand at the 1934 Amsterdam Motor Show, the Type 49 is a fabulous, storied example of the last of Bugatti’s eight-cylinder road cars.

For many, the highlight of The Curated Collection is a group of 36 Porsches headed by a 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Lightweight. A unicorn among Porsche aficionados, this RS 2.7 is one of just 200 built in factory “Lightweight” configuration, making it among the most desirable air-cooled 911s ever produced. This attractive Grand Prix White example was delivered new with a desirable limited-slip differential and boasts Italian period competition history including the 1979 Targa Florio. It is expected to fetch between €900,000 – €1,200,000.

Other Stuttgart highlights include a 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Clubsport—one of the most powerful, non-street legal, GT customer sports cars Porsche had ever built when first launched (Estimate: €380,000 – €480,000). Every inch as appealing is a2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS ‘Weissach’. In addition to boasting the highly desirable ‘Weissach Pack’, this fantastic example is finished in Paint-to-Sample Brewster Green and is offered from its first and only owner (Estimate: €350,000 – €450,000).

The RS theme continues with a 2011 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, which is estimated at €300,000 – €380,000, and the fabled 2012 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 from a year later, which is estimated at €350,000 – €400,000. Meanwhile, a trio of GT3 RSs will also be presented, with 2011 and 2016 examples estimated at €180,000 – €220,000 each, and a 2004 car estimated at €150,000 – €200,000. They will be joined by a 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 (Estimate: €220,000 – €300,000). Lacking the RS moniker though no less desirable is a 2011 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, of which a mere 250 were built (Estimate: €350,000 – €450,000). A 2012 Porsche 911 Speedster is also offered from The Curated Collection and is estimated at €220,000 – €280,000.

As if a near full complement of 911 RSs wasn’t enough, the collection also boasts several other landmark variants of Porsche’s rear-engined supercar starting with a rare 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RS N/GT, which is estimated at €200,000 – €250,000. A trio of turbocharged examples spanning three decades includes a 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupé, estimated at €150,000 – €200,000, a 1989 Porsche 911 Turbo 3.3 Coupé, estimated at €150,000 – €200,000, and a 1977 Porsche 911 Turbo (Estimate: €130,000 – €180,000). A brace of iconic Speedsters, the first a 1989 model and the second a 1993 model, are both estimated at €150,000 – €200,000. A desirable 2001 Porsche 911 GT2 is estimated at €120,000 – €150,000, while a pair of 911 S 2.2 Targas will be offered—one from 1970 and the other 1971—but both estimated at €100,000 – €130,000. They will be joined by a 1970 Porsche 911 S 2.2 Coupé (Estimate: €130,000 – €180,000) and an early 1965 Porsche 911 Coupé (Estimate: €80,000 – €120,000).

Those with a sub-€100,000 budget could be tempted by a 2000 Porsche 911 GT3(Estimate: €70,000 – €100,000), a 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Cabriolet(Estimate: €50,000 – €70,000), a 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Coupé (Estimate: €50,000 – €70,000), and a 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera S ’40 Jahre’ (Estimate: €30,000 – €50,000).

Away from the 911s, The Curated Collection houses one of the most significant groups of 928s outside of Porsche’s own museum. Almost every variant of the firm’s celebrated front-engined GT is present, led by the fascinating 1988 Porsche 928 S4 Club Sport ‘Prototype’. One of four prototype examples gifted to leading race car drivers, this white car was first owned by endurance racing legend Derek Bell and remained in his care for a number of years; it is estimated at €250,000 – €300,000. The Derek Bell car is perfectly paired with an exceptionally rare production example, a gorgeous 1988 Porsche 928 S4 Club Sport that is estimated at €220,000 – €300,000. Other 928s set to be offered include a 1993 Porsche 928 GTS (Estimate: €100,000 – €130,000), a 1992 Porsche 928 GT (Estimate: €30,000 – €40,000), a 1988 Porsche 928 S4 (Estimate: €20,000 – €30,000), a 1983 Porsche 928 S(Estimate: €20,000 – €30,000), and a 1979 Porsche 928 (Estimate: €15,000 – €25,000),

Two 356s will also be available, including a pretty 1960 Porsche 356 B 1600 Super 90 Roadster by Drauz (Estimate: €150,000 – €200,000), and a 1964 Porsche 356 C 1600 SC Cabriolet by Reutter (Estimate: €100,000 – €150,000). The Porsche offering is rounded off by a must-own piece for any true fan of Stuttgart greats: a 1956 Porsche-Diesel Junior A111, which is estimated at €20,000 – €30,000.

Further to the headline Bentleys, six spectacular Aston Martins will also be offered from The Curated Collection. The most special is without a doubt a 1966 Aston Martin DB6 Shooting Brake, one of only three DB6 Shooting Brakes converted by FLM Panelcraft as well as being the sole example configured in left-hand drive. Retaining its matching-numbers 4-litre straight-six paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, it is estimated to sell for between €550,000 – €700,000. This is followed by a no less significant 1961 Aston Martin DB4 Series IV, a rare, factory-sanctioned, left-hand-drive DB4 delivered new to the United States. Presented in its original Midnight Blue over White Gold Connolly leather, it is estimated to sell for between €480,000 – €550,000. Completing the set is a 1964 Aston Martin DB5 also presented in rare left-hand-drive configuration. Retaining its original engine, the car was delivered new to Paris in January 1964 (Estimate: €480,000 – €550,000). Rounding out the Aston offering is a 1959 Aston Martin DB Mark III Drophead Coupé (Estimate: €380,000 – €500,000), a 1958 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk III (Estimate: €200,000 – €250,000), and a 1957 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk II (Estimate: €80,000 – €120,000).

No fewer than 15 Italian classics will also be offered, with leading marques well represented. From the Ferrari stable, all eyes will be on a 1961 Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2 Series I by Pininfarina that is estimated to sell for between €350,000 – €420,000, a 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 by Pininfarina (Estimate: €200,000 – €250,000), a 1969 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 by Pininfarina (Estimate: €150,000 – €200,000), and a 1985 Ferrari 412 which was delivered new to Pininfarina (Estimate: €80,000 – €100,000).

The Sant’Agata faithful will be treated to a 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 by Touring (Estimate: €280,000 – €350,000), a 1969 Lamborghini Islero GTSestimated at €250,000 – €300,000, and a beautifully presented 1970 Lamborghini Espada Series II by Bertone (Estimated: €80,000 – €120,000). For Maserati fans, meanwhile, a 1970 Maserati Ghibli SS 4.9 Coupé by Ghia (Estimate: €130,000 – €180,000) and a 1972 Maserati Indy 4.7 by Vignale (Estimate: €50,000 – €80,000) top the billing.

Six special Alfa Romeos will also be offered, comprising an achingly beautiful 1955Alfa Romeo 1900 C Super Sprint by Touring (Estimate: €100,000 – €140,000), a1967 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT Veloce (Estimate: €50,000 – €70,000), a 1971 Alfa Romeo 2000 GT Veloce (Estimate: €40,000 – €60,000), a 1965 Alfa RomeoGiulia Super (Estimate: €25,000 – €35,000), a 1973 Alfa Romeo 2000 Berlina(Estimate: €15,000 – €20,000), and a 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 2.0 (Estimate: €10,000 – €15,000).

A collection marked by its depth and variety will also include American legends in a 1966 Shelby GT350 (Estimate: €130,000 – €180,000) and 1953 Buick Roadmaster Convertible (Estimate: €50,000 – €80,000), French icons in a 1969Renault R8 Gordini (Estimate: €40,000 – €50,000), a 1934 Citroën 7B Traction Avant Cabriolet (Estimate: €80,000 – €120,000, and a 1956 Citroën 2CV(Estimate:  €10,000 – €15,000), and cult German classics such as a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 (Estimate: €30,000 – €40,000) and a 1971 BMW 2002 tii Touring (Estimate: €30,000 – €40,000).

With everything from pre-war beauties including a 1928 Lancia Lambda Torpedo Lungo (Estimate: €70,000 – 100,000) and a 1937 Frazer Nash-BMW 329 Cabriolet(Estimate: €50,000 – €70,000) to British classics such as a 1976 Jensen Interceptor III Convertible (Estimate: €50,000 – €80,000) and a 1975 Jaguar XJ6 Series 2 4.2-Litre Coupé (Estimate: €20,000 – €30,000), The Curated Collection truly has something to suit every taste and budget.

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