Auction Preview: The Chantilly Sale at Bonhams, Chantilly, Jun 30
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What: The Chantilly SaleWhere: Bonhams, Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly, UKWhen: 30 June, 11.00 AM CESTTop lots of the sale:—LOT 33: “1959 BMW 507 3.2-Litre Series II Roadster.” Chassis no. 70223; One of only 252 built; Automotive design icon; ProfessioAuction Preview: The Chantilly Sale at Bonhams, Chantilly, Jun 30
What: The Chantilly SaleWhere: Bonhams, Chantilly, Chateau de Chantilly, UKWhen: 30 June, 11.00 AM CESTTop lots of the sale:—LOT 33: “1959 BMW 507 3.2-Litre Series II Roadster.” Chassis no. 70223; One of only 252 built; Automotive design icon; Professionally restored in the 1980s; Eligible for numerous prestigious events including the Tour Auto. Estimate: 1,800,000 € - 2,200,000 € (2,047,788 USD – 2,502,852 USD)—LOT 21: “1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Roadster.” Chassis no. CSX3276; Sold new in Pennsylvania, USA; Desirable 427ci 'side oiler' engine; Resident in Germany since the early 1970s; Present ownership since 2005; Listed in the Shelby American Registry; Original colour combination; Well documented. Estimate: 850,000 € - 950,000 € (967,011 USD – 1,080,777 USD)—LOT 26: “1952 Gordini Type 15S.” Chassis no. 018. Chassis no.018 Type 15 S 1952; Former chassis no. 04 GC Type 11 1947; One of two existing Gordini four-cylinder barchettas in the world; Raced by J-M Fangio, J-P Wimille, Jean Behra, Robert Manzon and Aldo Gordini; An exceptional story, track record and history written by Christian Huet; A unique opportunity for Gordini enthusiasts to acquire one of Amedee Gordini's most legendary creation. Estimate: 700,000 € - 1,000,000 € (796,362 USD – 1,137,660 USD)—Lot LOT 18: “Originally supplied to noted jeweller Albert Janesich in Paris.” 1913 Rolls-Royce 40/50hp London-Edinburgh Silver Ghost Sports Tourer; Coachwork by Kenneth Neve in the London-Edinburgh style; Chassis no. 2371; One of only 188 London-Edinburgh Silver Ghosts built; Delivered new in Paris; Comprehensively restored; Ideal long-distance touring car. Estimate: 650,000 € - 750,000 € (739,479 USD – 853,245 USD)—LOT 10: “1932 Invicta 12/45 4½-Litre Tourer.” Chassis no. L66 (see text); Originally a 12/45 two-seat open tourer; Restored to the highest standards; Presented in excellent condition; Up-rated and powerful 4½-litre Meadows engine. Estimate: 300,000 € - 400,000 € (341,298 USD – 455,064 USD)—LOT 17: Participating Mille Miglia Storica (2012, 2015, 2016): “Arnolt-Bristol DeLuxe Roadster.” Chassis no. 404 / X / 3097; A rare survivor of only 130 produced; Original matching numbers engine; Professionally restored in 2013/2014. Estimate: 290,000 € - 330,000 € (329,921 USD – 375,428 USD)—LOT 16: “1947 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Sport Cabriolet 'Extralusso'.” Chassis no. 915335; Delivered new in Italy; Matching engine; Present ownership in Italy since 2007; Engine rebuilt circa 2,000 kilometers ago. Estimate: 250,000 € - 300,000 € (284,415 USD – 341,298 USD)—LOT 32: “1995 Porsche 993 Carrera RS.” Chassis no. WP0ZZZ99ZTS390135; Rare limited-edition model; French market specifications, delivered new in Andorra; Matching numbers; Original and un-restored; Circa 44,000 kilometers from new. Estimate: 230,000 € - 300,000 € (261,662 USD – 341,298 USD)For details, visit: https://www.bonhams.com/Click on the slideshow for the highlights of the sale.http://www.blouinartinfo.com/Founder: Louise Blouin Read more