Bonhams Launches Zoute Sale with No Reserve Lamborghini Miura P400S and Countach 25th Anniversary alongside an Original AC Cobra 289

ZOUTE, BELGIUM – July 30, 2026 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Bonhams has confirmed the first consignments to be offered at its forthcoming Zoute Sale at the Zoute Grand Prix in Knokke Heist on 11 October 2026. Leading the sale is the KellerCollection – a highly-curated set of beautiful 1960s to 2000s predominately Italian classic and sports cars being offered by a private Swiss collector, all at no reserve.

The headline car of the Keller Collection is a spectacular 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400S with an estimate of €1,600,000 – €2,000,000, offered with no reserve. Chassis no. 4578 is one of 114 late-specification ventilated-disc Lamborghini Miura P400S’ finished in Giallo Fly over its original Nero leather interior, having initially been painted in the desirable colour, Arancio Miura.

It was delivered in 1970 to Switzerland via Garage Foitek of Zurich and is believed to have be purchased new by famous Swiss racing driver, Emmanuel “Toulo” de Graffenried. It has remained in Switzerland throughout its life, having been largely unseen. This prized possession of the Kellner Collection is being sold with a Valentino Balboni report from 3^rd of December 2014.

A further highlight of the Keller Collection is a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25^th Anniversary being offered with no reserve. One of 657 cars built, chassis no. ZA9C005A0KLA12782 is a well-preserved example of the Lamborghini Countach 25^th Anniversary – the final chapter of the legendary Countach story that was fine-tuned by Horacio Pagani.

Displaying only 23,084 kms on the odometer, the car was delivered new in Italy in 1989 having been finished in Rosso Siviglia over Beige leather. Accompanied by the original owners’ handbooks, the car has played an important part in the Keller Collection since 2014.

The remainder of the Keller Collection being offered at the Zoute Sale at no reserve is a selection of fine 1970s Ferraris comprising a 1973 Ferrari 365 GTC/4 estimated at €120,000 to €150,000, a 1974 Ferrari Dino 246GT (€240,000 to €280,000), a 1977 Ferrari 512BB (€130,000 to €160,000) and two 1977 Ferrari 308GTBs (€55,000 to €65,000 and €65,000 to €75,000 respectively).

The collection also includes a 1966 Fiat Dino Spider 2000 (€70,000 to €80,000), a 1967 and a 1969 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 (€80,000 to €120,000 and €90,000 to €130,000 respectively) and two iterations of Porsche’s 911 – a 1992 Porsche 964 Carrera RS (€180,000 to €220,000) and a 2008 Porsche 997 GT3 Cup S (€60,000 to €80,000).  

On confirming the consignment to Bonhams for the Zoute Sale, the Collection’s current owner, Mr Christian Keller, said: “Over many years, my brother and I searched Switzerland and abroad for vehicles that moved us – not simply because they were rare, but because of their character, authenticity, and the stories they had to tell. Today, the Collection stands at a turning point. My brother, with whom I selected, cared for, and drove each of these cars, is no longer here to experience them. What remains is the joy we poured into these vehicles together and the hope that they will now find new owners who will cherish and preserve them with the same appreciation. The sale of the Collection is not a farewell to the cars, but the passing on of the passion that brought the Collection into being.”

Also being offered at the Zoute Sale, aside from the Keller Collection, is a genuine 1965 AC Cobra 289 being sold with an estimate of €700,000 – €900,000.

One of the 45 original AC Cobra 289s built as a COB-numbered leaf spring UK right-hand drive specification car, it was originally sold by AC Cars in Vineyard Green over Beige. It was subsequently converted to left hand drive and refinished in Red when its then owner exported it to California, as it presents today.

This rare, original AC Cobra 289 was driven from America’s coast to coast on at least two occasions in period. Importantly, unlike many other AC Cobras, it has been cherished throughout its life and retains its original chassis, body and engine – none of which have ever been modified. It is also listed in both the ACOC and SAA Cobra Registries and its entire history from 1965 to the present day is known.

Launching consignments for the Zoute Sale, Michael Squire, Head of Europe Sales for Bonhams, said: “The Zoute Sale is always a highlight of the Bonhams European auction calendar, and 2026 promises to be the same. While our location has changed, now along the beach close to the Casino, the calibre of cars offered in Bonhams’ Zoute Sale has not. We are indebted to Mr Keller for entrusting his family’s beautifully curated collection to Bonhams. Back in the early 1970s, the Lamborghini Miura singlehandedly created the supercar genre and, today, it stands as one of the most cherished and sought-after collector cars. To be able to offer a Lamborghini Miura is always special, but to be able to offer this rare P400S variant that’s been largely unseen throughout its life, and at no reserve, as well as an original, authentic and unmolested AC Cobra 289, is a great way to launch the consignments to our Zoute Sale.”

Details of all cars offered can be found at https://cars.bonhams.com/auction/32045/the-zoute-sale/

Sale: The Zoute Sale
Location: Zoute Grand Prix, Knokke Heist, Belgium
Date: 11 October

About Bonhams

Founded in 1793, Bonhams is one of the world’s leading auction houses — defined by connection, and home to the curious.

With over 230 years of expertise, Bonhams operates a global network of trusted specialists across 24 countries, including flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris and Hong Kong. Across more than 60 specialist categories, Bonhams serves collectors of every kind – from emerging to established — with the objects, stories and expertise that define their collecting journey.

Beyond auctions, Bonhams is both a destination for discovery and for industry-leading services and support. Its rotating programme of exhibitions and public programming is free and open to all, reflecting a longstanding commitment to curiosity, cultural conversation and the enduring power of objects.

For forthcoming auctions and details of specialist departments, visit Bonhams.com

Bonhams: A house built on knowledge. Defined by connection. Home to the curious.

Source: Bonhams

####