Thursday, November 7, 2019

2020 Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster

Lamborghini introduced the new Aventador SVJ roadster at the 2019 Geneva motor show. The SVJ stands for "SuperVeloce Jota"

It packs a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine that delivers 759 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a seven-speed single-clutch automatic transmission that spins all four wheels. Like the fixed-roof version, the roadster is touted as sprinting from 0-62 mph in 2.9 seconds and being capable of a top speed just over 217 mph.
The roof is removable and can be stored under the front hood.The Aventador SVJ Roadster employs a range of aero devices. The redesigned underbody sports vortex generators that work in conjunction with the front splitter and rear diffuser to improve downforce, while also reducing turbulence thanks to the airfoil and side winglets. The SVJ Roadster tips the scales at only 3,472 pounds.
0 to 62 mph takes only 2.9 seconds in the SVJ Roadster, only a tenth-second slower than the coupe. Hitting 124 mph takes 8.8 seconds, two tenths slower than the coupe.

800 examples will be offered globally with prices starting at a rock bottom $573,966.

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

1957 Ferrari 500 TRC Spider by Scaglietti

In 1955 a new team was formed by Ferrari for 1956. They soon came up with a new two-litre sports racing car: the 500 TR. This was the first Ferrari designated with the new name 'Testa Rossa'. The four-cylinder-engined type 500 TR was introduced in 1956 and was the successor to the 500 Mondial.
19 cars were produced. Less than twelve months after its introduction the 500 TRC was replaced by the 12-cylinder 250 Testa Rossa, which was produced in greater numbers. As the last four-cylinder sports racing car, the 500 TRC marked the end of an era at Ferrari.
This car was the 6th of 19 cars made. Chassis no. 0670 MDTR was sold new on 4 April, 1957. The car sold for €2,800,000 in 2011.

1963 Chevrolet Corvette Z06/N03 - $500k high bid

Stored in garage/barn for 51 years. Extensive body-off restoration completed in 2017. 1 of 63 produced with N03 36 gallon fuel tank. Z06 special heavy duty brakes and suspension. Original matching numbers 327/360 HP engine. 4-speed manual transmission.
The Z06 combined the most powerful Corvette engine, the L84 327/360 HP Rochester fuel-injected small-block V-8, with a mandatory close-ratio 4-speed manual transmission and 3.70 Positraction rear end.

Heavy-duty springs and shocks and a larger-diameter front sway bar were included, as were monster brakes. This 1963 Z06 coupe retains its original matching-numbers driveline.
An amazing barn find. Documented with the dealer invoice and deposit check receipt from 1965.
The car made a high bid of $500k against an estimate of $550,000 - $650,000

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

1974 Maserati Bora 4.7

When Citroën acquired Maserati in 1968, the first order of business was rejuvenation of its model lineup. The brand-new mid-engined Bora (Tipo 117) followed. The two-seat coupe was manufactured by Maserati from 1971 to 1978.

In common with other Maserati cars of the era, it is named after a wind, Bora being the wind of Trieste.
564 Boras were produced in total, 275 were fitted with 4.9L engines and the other 289 were fitted with a 4.7L. A US smog-qualified 4.9-litre engine was used starting with 1973 deliveries. The 4.7 L V8 produces 310 hp at 6,000 rpm and 325 lb⋅ft of torque at 4,200 rpm.

They were fed by four 42 DCNF/14 downdraught Weber carburetors with Bosch electronic ignition.
This rare RHD example had an extensive restoration and is finished in Rosso Fuoco over Bianco leather. It made $175k.

Sunday, November 3, 2019

The Todd Werner Collection

The Todd Werner Collection contained some of the most iconic cars on earth. Leader is a 1970 Superbird driven by 'The King' Richard Petty. The car was built to lure Petty back to Plymouth and was designed for big oval races for the 1970 season. Richard Petty scored 18 race wins and 31 top 10 finishes in 1970.

This amazing collection crossed the block at Harrisburg July 31-Aug 3.
Petty's 1970 Super bird was high bid to $3.5m.
1971 Plymouth Road Runner of Richard Petty NASCAR. The last stock car to win a NASCAR Grand National championship using a production-based body and engine. One of only two factory-sponsored cars for 1971 and the only one to complete the season. The car made $412k.
1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Convertible. The first L88 Corvette.
1970 Plymouth Cuda Convertible. 1 of 29 factory V-Code Cuda Convertibles built in 1970.

1967 Ferrari 330 GTC

Serial no. 9955. Engine no. 9955. 1 of 600 produced. 45,798 miles since new. Original 3,967cc V-12 engine. Triple Weber carburetors. 5-speed manual gearbox. Factory air conditioning. Power 4-wheel disc brakes. 4-corner independent suspension. Power windows. Borrani chrome wire wheels. Becker Europa AM/FM radio. Cuoio leather interior refreshed in 2013. 1,000 miles on the rebuilt engine. Tool roll and owner's manual. Rosso Corsa with Tan interior.
Manufactured between 1963 and 1968, with the GTC introduced in 1966. Ferrari built 600 GTCs and 100 GTS Spyders between 1966-68. The 330 came between two legendary cars: it followed the spectacular 275 and it was followed by the 365GTB/4 Daytona.
The two-seat Berlinetta is the Coupé version, with a V12 with 3967cc/300hp. Variants include a 2+2 GT Coupé, a spyder, and race car versions.
Hagerty suggests a concours example is trending around $810k. This example made a high bid of $500k and did not change hands at at Mecum's

Saturday, November 2, 2019

1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 - $70k high bid

The first-generation Chevrolet Camaro appeared in dealerships on September 29, 1966. The brand-new rear wheel drive GM F-body platform was available as a 2-door, 2+2 seat, hardtop or convertible, with the choice of either a straight-6 or V8. The first-generation Camaro was built through the 1969 model year.

The Z28 option was available with the 302 cu in (4.9 L) small block producing 290 hp at 5800 rpm and 290 lb⋅ft at 4200 rpm.
Transmission was a Muncie four-speed with a Hurst shifter connected to a 12-bolt rear axle with standard 3.73 gears. The 302 featured 11:1 compression, forged pistons, forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods, solid lifter camshaft, and Holley carburetion on a dual-plane intake manifold.

20,302 Z28s were built in 1969.
Hagerty suggests a concours 1969 Z28 is trending around $ 88k. This example appeared at Mecum's.