Two Iconic Supercars to be Offered via Sotheby’s Sealed: 1 of the 31 Giallo Modena Ferrari F50S and a ‘No Reserve’ Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary

The stunning duo will be available through Sotheby’s Sealed via two separate online auctions running from 2–5 October 2023

• Both cars will be on display between 2–5 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre during the Sotheby’s week celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sotheby’s in Asia
• The 1997 Ferrari F50 is one of just 31 F50s originally finished in Giallo Modena
• The 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary will be offered without reserve
• Sotheby’s Sealed is a successful multi-category online platform offering some of the world’s most significant automobiles and works of art to an exclusive global audience    

LONDON, ENGLAND – September 26, 2023 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Continuing to offer the most exclusive cars in the World, Sotheby’s Sealed is proud to announce a pair of stunning supercars that will be sold via the platform this October, while both cars will be on display between 2–5 October at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The duo consists of one of a mere 31 Giallo Modena Ferrari F50s produced by the Factory, as well as a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary, which is offered without reserve.

1997 Ferrari F50 – For many, the F50 is one of the most iconic and desirable of the ‘Big Five’ collection of Ferraris. Boasting incredible rarity, being one of just 31 originally delivered in the dramatic colour of Giallo Modena, this example of one of Maranello’s true icons is offered from over a decade of single ownership. Powered by the almighty FormulaOne-derived 4.7-litre V-12 engine, producing 513 horsepower, the F50 was Maranello’s first fully carbon fibre monocoque supercar. Over time, it has developed a true cult following and is now regarded as one of Ferrari’s most groundbreaking hypercars, and arguably the finest analogue supercar ever built by Maranello. Delivered new to Italy, ithas covered just 9,100 kilometres from new. This true icon of Ferrari history offers a rare opportunity for serious collectors and would be the highlight of any collection and is estimated to sell for between $3,800,000 – $4,500,000 USD.

The 1997 Ferrari F50 will be open for bidding on the Sotheby’s Sealed platform from 2 October, 12:00 a.m. HKT to 5 October, 10:00 a.m. HKT.

This 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary is finished in stunning Metallic Black over a grey leather interior and is a 25th Anniversary edition built to celebrate the landmark anniversary of Lamborghini. A rare, carbureted, UK-delivery RHD example, this Countach was exported to Hong Kong in 2013 and is presented with just under 19,200 kilometres on the odometer. Powered by a 5.2-litre V-12 engine mated to a five-speed manual gearbox, the 25th Anniversary received various upgrades compared to the 5000 QV that went before it, including a power increase that resulted in a remarkable top speed of 183 mph, also thanks to the various aerodynamic tweaks made to the styling. Passing through the hands of a series of prominent custodians, the Countach boasts extensive documentation that shows regular servicing and maintenance. Taxes paid and registered for road use in Hong Kong, this example will be offered without reserve and is estimated to sell between $350,000 – $450,000 USD.

Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary will be open for bidding on the Sotheby’s Sealed platform from 2 October, 12:00 a.m. HKT to 5 October, 18:00 a.m. HKT.

Sotheby’s Sealed

Sotheby’s Sealed is a bespoke online auction platform tailored to the sale of unique, high-value items ranging from one-of-a-kind automobiles to sports memorabilia. Offering absolute privacy to both buyer and seller—and the non-disclosure of the final sale price—Sotheby’s Sealed has quickly become the most discrete and effective way of selling significant collectibles.

Since its unveiling, the proprietary auction system has been used to sell Juan Manuel Fangio’s personal Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster, the fabled white Ferrari Enzo, McLaren F1 chassis no. 059, a 288 GTO Evoluzione, and the ‘Matte Nero Opaco Enzo’, among other significant motor cars.

More recently, the platform has evolved to include auctioning fine art and other collectibles on its own dedicated website: https://sealed.sothebys.com. Significant lots offered thus far include a Hermès Diamon Kelly 28 handbag, an internally flawless diamond ring, a Double Sealed Patek Philippe 5002P-013, and Wayne Gretzky’s 1988 Stanley Cup Finals hockey stick. With fine art and other significant luxury lifestyle collectibles on offer, Sotheby’s Sealed introduces an unrivalled level of anonymity within an online auction format.

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