1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S

The Lamborghini Miura was named after Don Eduardo Miura Fernández, a legendary breeder of fierce Spanish fighting bulls. Prior to the arrival of the Miura in 1967, the supercar didn't exist. The Miura was the first car to be built around 3 key criteria: tremendous speed and jaw-dropping design coupled with technical innovation, resulting in a price tag which only the wealthiest could possibly afford.

Almost immediately, the Lamborghini marque leapfrogged to the head of the class, well ahead of both Ferrari and Maserati, with it's innovative mid-engine configuration. The Miura, which breathed through four triple-choke Weber carburetors, initially offered 350 horsepower on tap and was capable of 175 mph. It was more than a match for any other road going production car of it's era.

In 1968, the “S,” or spinto (tuned), version appeared, boasting 370hp, updated brakes, and other enhancements. The S version was faster and more luxurious. It represented a step forward from its magnificent predecessor.

The Miura S was capable of reaching 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds and 140 mph in fewer than 30 seconds. 160 units were produced in 1969. Hagerty suggests a concours 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S is trending around $2.9m.

1986 Ford RS200 Evolution

The Ford RS200 is a mid-engined, four-wheel drive sports car that was produced by Ford Europe from 1984 to 1986. The road-going RS200 was based on Ford's Group B rally car and was designed to comply with FIA homologation regulations. The new vehicle's design featured a plastic-fiberglass composite body designed by Ghia, a mid-mounted engine and four-wheel drive. To aid weight distribution, designers mounted the transmission at the front of the car, which required that power from the mid-mounted engine go first up to the front wheels and then be run back to the rear, creating a complex drive train setup.

Power came from a 1.8 litre, single turbocharged Ford-Cosworth "BDT" engine producing 250 horsepower in road-going trim, and between 350 and 450 horsepower in racing trim. A total of 24 of the 200 original cars were later converted to the high performance "Evolution" models

Able to run with (and often leave behind) more prestigious and expensive supercars of the day, the RS200 Evolution remains a highly sought-after collectible. In 2023 a 1986 Ford RS200 Evolution was sold for $615k at RM Sotheby

1968 Mercury Cougar GT-E - $93k

Restored to like original specs. Correct W-code 427 CI side-oiler V-8 engine. Holley 4-barrel carburetor. Aluminum intake manifold. C6 Merc-O-Matic transmission. Competition suspension. Power steering. Power brakes with front discs. Cardinal Red with Red bucket seat interior. Woodgrain dash. Tinted glass. AM/FM radio. Tilt away steering column. Styled steel wheels. BF Goodrich radial tires.

One of a dozen known survivors. The ground rippling powerplants were often lifted from the Cougar GT-E to be used elsewhere.

101 examples of the Mercury Cougar GT-E were produced in 1968. Of those, 64 were fitted with a 427ci V8 engine and the remaining 37 packed a 428 cubic-inch Cobra Jet. The engine was the one Ford used to homologate its NASCAR racing program. This Cougar GT-E might be one of the finest examples of its species. No part was ignored in a meticulous rotisserie restoration.

The 1968 Mercury Cougar GT-E is highly desirable. In 2011 a top tier example made $181k. This pristine example appeared at Mecum in 2020.

1936 Delahaye Type 135 Competition Court Teardrop Coupe - $2.5m high bid

3557cc Inline 6-Cylinder. 4-Speed Manual. Coachwork by Figoni et Falaschi. Right-hand drive Lightweight “Goutte D'Eau” style coupe with sunroof. The only 1936 Delahaye Type 135 with headlamps integrated in between the front fenders. One of an estimated 30 Competition Court models built from 1935-37. The last of six short-wheelbase coupes built by Figoni et Falaschi in 1936 and one of three surviving examples.

The Competition Court was the ultimate Type 135 and only available as a homologation special to a very select group of loyal Delahaye customers. The Competition Court chassis option did not appear in any Delahaye literature and was sold as a bare chassis to be sent to a coachbuilder for a custom-built lightweight body Chassis No. 47242 was fitted with special competition components including a 4-speed manual transmission, outside-mounted rear springs, a low-mounted engine, oil cooler mounted below the radiator and racing-style fuel tank with dual fillers.

Estimate is $2.8m to $3.2m at Mecum.

The Packard Panther

Built in 1954, the Packard Panther was a show car, built to showcase new features the automaker was considering. Four Panthers were built with 2 survivors. One sold for $360k in 2006. It made $850k in 2013. The Panther was powered by a 359cid Packard straight 8 with a McCulloch centrifugal supercharger making 275hp. The car featured an innovative fiberglass body.

1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Fastback Cobra Jet - $121k

Very rare Super Cobra Jet Mach 1. One of 36 produced with these engine and trim options and 4.30 rear axle. Extensive nut and bolt restoration. Correct Ram Air 428 Super Cobra Jet engine. Factory Drag Pack. Close ratio 4-speed manual transmission. Power brakes with front discs. Shaker hood. Factory correct Raven Black with blackout hood treatment. Black Mach Clarion-knit/vinyl high-back bucket seats. Tinted glass, AM radio. Styled steel wheels with Goodyear Polyglas tires.

In 1969 the Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet was the star of the stable. It was a force. Not cheap, it was still less than a Boss 429.

Muscle car royalty, they aren't giving these cars away. A top end example will bring $100k. This 'R-code' Cobra Jet made $121k in 2019. at Mecum.

1970 Buick GS Stage 1 convertible - $71,500

Fire Red with Pearl White interior. 1 of 232 built and 1 of 164 with Turbo 400 automatic. Cosmetic restoration was completed in 2007. Engine was rebuilt with original Stage heads, carburetor, distributor, BB coded transmission and rear end.

The 1970 GS saw factory ratings climbing from 340 to 350 HP and from 440 to 510 lb-ft of torque. The optional Stage 1 performance package featured an extreme performance cam, large-valve heads and a unique Rochester 4-barrel carburetor.

This example made $71,500 in 2020 at Mecum.