DIVERSE OFFERING OF COLLECTOR CARS LEADS RM AUCTIONS AUBURN SPRING SALE

DIVERSE OFFERING OF COLLECTOR CARS LEADS RM AUCTIONS AUBURN SPRING SALE

AUCTION TOTALS MORE THAN $6.8 MILLION

STRONG PRICES ACHIEVED FOR HIGHLY ORIGINAL COLLECTIBLES OFFERED FROM THE BOB STRAUSS COLLECTION

• RM Auctions Auburn Spring totals $6,853,794 across four days of auction action at the historic Auburn Auction Park
• Diverse top ten list led by beautifully restored 1930 Cord L-29 Convertible Phaeton Sedan at $157,300
• The Strauss Collection of impressive vintage and neon signs leads a successful two full days of memorabilia
• Complete results for Auburn Spring now available at rmsothebys.com

 RM Auctions returned to the historic Auburn Auction Park this past weekend (29 May – 1 June) for the company’s annual Auburn Spring collector car weekend. Total sales across the four-day auction reached $6,853,794, led by a diverse top ten sales list and two full days of exceptional memorabilia and collectables on offer. Bidders at the Auburn Spring sale hailed from no less than 11 countries, with more than 40 per cent representing first-time RM Auctions clientele.

The Auburn Spring auction sales were led by a diverse top three sales, including a marvellously restored and ACD Club Category One-certified 1930 Cord L-29 Convertible Phaeton Sedan at $157,300, a 2015 Rolls-Royce Wraith offered from single ownership at $156,750, and, rounding out the top three, a 1965 Shelby Cobra 289 “CSX 8001”, the first 8000-series 289 Cobra by Shelby American, at a final $104,500.

Additional highlights across various levels and segments of the market include a well-equipped 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL ‘Pagoda’ offered from The European Luxury Collection, which exceeded expectations at a final $93,500 (est. $65/$75k), a beautifully restored 1969 Plymouth GTX, which sold for $57,000 on Friday, surpassing its estimate of $40,000-$45,000, and a 1979 AMC AMX, showing what is believed to be an original 8,400 miles on the odometer, which drew considerable pre-sale interest, selling for a final$24,500 to more than double its pre-sale high estimate (est. $6k/$10k).

Auburn Spring successfully kicked off on Wednesday and Thursday with more than 800 lots of memorabilia going under the hammer, led by the Strauss Collection, comprising the impressive signs and collectables of the late Bob Strauss. The top seller of the collection was the Ford Jubilee Neon Sign, an 84 x 42-inch SSP multi-piece rolled edge neon, which achieved $63,250. Another stand-out memorabilia highlight was the Gas Flying A Chicken Wings Logo Neon Sign with excellent gloss and colour, and working neon, which surpassed its pre-sale estimate of $10,000-$20,000, bringing in $27,730.

Once again, the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) held their Annual Grand National Meet at Auburn Spring, welcoming 400 cars in total, along with 200 judges and thousands of guests. The meet saw hundreds of incredible cars on display, including 16 finalists for the Zenith Award, bestowed upon the best restoration of the year. The 2019 award went to a stunning 1931 Buick 8-94 Sport Roadster owned by David M. Landow of Bethesda, Maryland. The seven-year restoration project “wowed” the public and other competitors alike.

RM Auctions Auburn Spring 2019 Top Ten Sales

Lot 6088	1930 Cord L-29 Convertible Phaeton Sedan	$157,300
Lot 6059	2015 Rolls-Royce Wraith	$156,750
Lot 6101	1965 Shelby Cobra 289 "CSX 8001"	$104,500
Lot 6048	1988.5 Ferrari Testarossa	$99,000
Lot 6041	1932 Packard 900 Coupe Roadster	$94,600
Lot 6105	1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL 'Pagoda'	$93,500
Lot 6077	1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible	$84,150
Lot 6055	1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III BJ8	$81,400
Lot 6057	1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 427/390 Convertible	$81,400
Lot 6073	1954 Packard Caribbean Convertible	$80,300

The RM Sotheby’s Group continues its 2019 auction calendar with its flagship Monterey auction in California on 15-17 August during the world-famous Pebble Beach motoring week. Featuring more than 120 of the world’s most sought-after motor cars, the auction is led by the recently announced 1939 Porsche Type 64, the oldest car to wear the Porsche badge and the only surviving Type 64. This year’s Monterey sale is also extended to three days to include An Evening with Aston Martin on 15 August, which will feature more than 30 of the world’s most sought-after road-going and track-ready Aston Martin sports cars from across the marque’s illustrious history. Further information on upcoming events, along with complete results from RM Auctions Auburn Spring, can be found at rmsothebys.com.

RM SOTHEBY’S PRESENTS DIVERSE SÁRAGGA COLLECTION ENTIRELY WITHOUT RESERVE IN PORTUGAL

RM SOTHEBY’S PRESENTS DIVERSE SÁRAGGA COLLECTION
ENTIRELY WITHOUT RESERVE IN PORTUGAL 

CURATED SINGLE-OWNER COLLECTION OF 
130+ EXCEPTIONAL CARS OFFERED IN STUNNING LOCATION

• RM Sotheby’s offers the Sáragga Collection entirely without reserve on 21 September near Comporta, Portugal
• Cars of every decade since 1910 represented, featuring historic pre-war cars through to rare modern supercars
• 55 individual marques represented in the outstanding collection, including many cars with Portuguese provenance
• First-ever RM Sotheby’s auction in Portugal held nearby the stunning beach resort of Comporta, south of Lisbon
• Further event information and select lots now available to view at rmsothebys.com
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 RM Sotheby’s is honoured to present the incredible Sáragga Collection, entirely without reserve, near Comporta, Portugal on 21 September 2019. Comprising the cars of discerning enthusiast and collector, Mr Sáragga, the collection consists of over 130 cars and features many rare and highly collectable individual automobiles. Making for a true destination event, the Sáragga Collection will be held at the owner’s estate near the stunning beach resort region of Comporta, Portugal.

The Sáragga Collection calls the small, picturesque town of Alcácer do Sal home, just minutes from the seaside region of Comporta, which has quickly become one of the most fashionable and stylish resorts in Europe. The region offers the perfect setting for a warm weekend away in Portugal this autumn, with a number of luxury hotels and restaurants nearby, and just an hour’s drive from Lisbon International Airport. The Sáragga Collection reflects the discerning and eclectic personal tastes of its owner, with many cars combining broad desirability with strong Portuguese provenance and history. As a life-long collector and passionate enthusiast for all things automotive, Mr Sáragga started over 30 years ago with a small grouping of rare Mercedes-Benz models. Now, the collection has grown to over 130 cars to include pre-war greats, a number of exclusive Porsche models, American classics of all eras, and some rare and diminutive microcar gems. Values within the collection range from as little as €10,000 through to €800,000.

Among star lots in the Sáragga Collection is a group of outstanding Porsche 911 RS models, including a highly original, matching numbers, 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring, which has resided in Portugal since new; a lovely 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS in sought-after Rubystone Red paintwork; and a 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS. No less than 22 examples of Stuttgart’s finest feature in the sale, from a 1959 Porsche 356 B Roadster through numerous derivatives of the fabled 911 model. Other notable European sports and grand touring lots in the collection include a 1931 Bentley 8-Litre Tourer, a true pre-war exotic and one of the greatest touring cars of its era, and a one-off 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 Sedan by Chapron boasting a unique custom-made glass roof. Two exclusive Aston Martin models will also tempt collectors, with a one-of-69 2008 Aston Martin DB9 LM, offered alongside a 2017 Aston Martin V8 Vantage AMR, one of only 200 built and presented in exceptional ‘as-new’ condition.

One of the unique facets of the Sáragga Collection is its plethora of cars with significant Portuguese provenance, sure to draw local market enthusiasts. In particular, a rare and highly desirable 1939 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet by Chapron will be offered, a car delivered new to Portugal and which features in period photographs taken at Delahaye’s Lisbon showroom. This car is presented in its original colours, has known history from new, and is a former winner of Concours d’Elegance - Le Touquet Paris-Plage. An incredibly rare 1955 WD Denzel 1300 is believed to be one of only 30 in existence and originally belonged to a Portuguese aristocrat (also the Denzel importer), who campaigned it in various national motorsport events in the period. Early production 1961 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 3.8-Litre Fixed Head Coupé within the sale is believed to be the first E-Type delivered to Portugal and another rare car, a 1947 HRG Aerodynamic, also touts Portuguese and international rally history.

Paul Darvill, Car Specialist at RM Sotheby’s, said: “This collection of cars is as awe-inspiring in its scale as it is in its diversity and quality, and it is wonderful that it features something to cater for all tastes and budgets. A significant part of the collection is made up of rare pre-war cars, which are the perfect counter for the numerous, highly sought-after, high-performance models of the more recent era. At the other end of the scale, there are a number of entry-level lots that will appeal to the casual car enthusiast who would like to enjoy the experience of acquiring a car at RM Sotheby’s first-ever auction in Portugal, set in an incredible location. Mr Sáragga should be proud of the impressive collection that he has amassed, as he brings no less than 55 marques and over 130 highly desirable individual models to market.”

As a strong advocate of using and enjoying the cars, every model offered from Mr Sáragga’s collection is maintained in a condition to be driven. Many of the cars in the Sáragga Collection have featured in key events of the collector’s life, including the marriages of his children. During his long collecting career, Mr Sáragga has also gathered a globally recognized collection of fountain pens and indulges his passion for collecting in art, wine and outdoor pursuits as well.

Reflecting on his inspiring car collection that he is now offering for sale, the consignor, Mr. Sáragga said: “Many of these cars have stayed with me for decades and have played a part in some of the most important moments in mine and my family’s lives. Therefore, my decision to reduce the size of my collection and to offer these cars for sale has not been an easy one. However, I take pleasure in using my cars, so I want to concentrate on enjoying a smaller group, and by consigning with RM Sotheby’s, I know that the cars I am passionate about will go to fantastic new homes in Portugal, Europe, and beyond.”

Complete event details and a list of all lots offered in the Sáragga Collection will be available at rmsothebys.com in the coming weeks. To speak with an RM Sotheby’s specialist or to register to bid for this exceptional collection, please call +44 (0) 20 7851 7070.