RM AUCTIONS ANNOUNCES NEW VENUE FOR SOUTH FLORIDA SALE

RM AUCTIONS ANNOUNCES NEW VENUE FOR SOUTH FLORIDA SALE

ANNUAL AUCTION MOVES TO PALM BEACH FOR 2020

SALE SET FOR WEEKEND OF 20 MARCH AT PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY

CONSIGNMENTS NOW OPEN

RM Auctions is delighted to announce that the company’s annual South Florida sale will move to Palm Beach International Raceway for 2020, on the weekend of 20 March. Now in its 18^th year for 2020, RM Auctions event has long been regarded as South Florida’s premier collector car auction while being held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center for the last several years.

The Palm Beach International Raceway (PBIR) is an iconic track with a fascinating history of drag racing and road racing in Florida. A legendary institution dating back to 1964, PBIR plays hosts to additional collector car events, including the Cavallino Classic, and will offer RM Auctions an ideal space for the Palm Beach sale. Located near Jupiter, Florida, PBIR is accessibly located for RM Auctions clients and attendees, near multiple major Atlantic coast airports.

Gord Duff, Global Head of Auctions, RM Sotheby’s Group, commented: “We’re looking forward to building on our many years of success in South Florida at our new Palm Beach venue. Historically the Fort Lauderdale auction has grown exponentially in value and quality over the last several years and we are excited to bring this growth and atmosphere to PBIR. Our consignors, bidders, and attendees can expect more than 350 quality collector cars offered across a multi-day auction event, at an exciting new destination on our calendar.”

The 2020 Palm Beach sale follows RM Auctions best-ever results in South Florida, achieved earlier this year when the auction house’s Fort Lauderdale auction totalled more than $23.2 million with 80 per cent of all lots sold across a two-day auction at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. The Convention Center will be undergoing a major expansion and remodel over the next year, necessitating the change in venue. The 2019 sale saw its highest total yet, achieved by a smaller, higher quality offering, and led by some of the most valuable motor cars ever presented at the event, including a 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari at $3,080,000, a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing at $1,155,000, and additional cars from the Youngtimer Collection.

For further information on RM Auctions 2020 Palm Beach sale, please visit rmsothebys.com or call +1 519 352 4575 to speak with a car specialist about entering your motor car.

SINGLE-OWNER PRIVATE COLLECTIONS BRING STRONG PRICES AT RM AUCTIONS $15.6 MILLION HERSHEY SALE

SINGLE-OWNER PRIVATE COLLECTIONS BRING STRONG PRICES AT

RM AUCTIONS $15.6 MILLION HERSHEY SALE

THE MERRICK AUTO MUSEUM COLLECTION ACHIEVES $4 MILLION DURING THURSDAY SESSION

AUCTION LED BY CADILLAC V-16 SPORT PHAETON AT $1.22 MILLION

• RM Auctions Hershey sale achieves strong results across two nights with $15.6 million in total sales
• The renowned Merrick Auto Museum Collection sells entirely without reserve on Thursday, generating $4 million
• Leading the car offering is a 1930 Cadillac V-16 Sport Phaeton by Fleetwood at a final $1,221,000
• Additional single-owner private collections of pre-war motor cars bring significant interest on Friday night
• Complete results from Hershey sale now available at rmsothebys.com

This past week, RM Auctions, a division of RM Sotheby’s Group, achieved strong results for the auction house’s 13^th annual Hershey sale, generating $15,569,594 with 97 per cent of all lots sold. Held during the world-renowned Antique Automobile Club of America’s (AACA) Eastern Division Fall Meet, the two-evening auction saw more than 200 historic automobiles, offered in large part from significant single-owner collections, alongside a wide array of memorabilia cross the auction stage. A packed auction room, enthusiastic bidding, and strong prices were seen on Thursday and Friday evening, with bidders hailing from no less than 23 countries, and nearly 25 per cent of bidders representing first-time RM Sotheby’s Group clientele.

The star lot of the Hershey sale was a 1930 Cadillac V-16 Sport Phaeton by Fleetwood, which represented an opportunity to acquire arguably the most famous, well-known surviving V-16 sport phaeton. Featured in the 1964 film The Carpetbaggers and believed to have been originally owned by legendary silver-screen actor Richard Arlen, the V-16 ignited a furious competition between a bidder in the room and on the phone, eventually securing a final $1,221,000 to applause from the crowd on Friday (est. $900k/1.1m). Rounding out the top three sellers was a one-of-six 1931 Marmon Sixteen Coupe offered from the Collection of Jack Dunning and complete with its original body, engine, and chassis at a final $550,000, while a remarkably rare, highly original, and beautifully restored 1911 Oldsmobile Model 28 Autocrat Roadster offered from the noted collection of Mr Jim Bradley reached a final $495,000.

The auction successfully kicked off on Thursday night with the session dedicated solely to The Merrick Auto Museum Collection, comprised of over 100 fascinating American Brass Era, high-wheeler, and pre-war cars, alongside a large selection of automobilia – offered entirely without reserve. The top seller of the collection was the 1925 Duesenberg Model A Four-Passenger Sport Phaeton by Millspaugh & Irish. Equipped with a race-bred overhead-cam eight-cylinder engine and formerly on display for 15 years at the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum, the Model A sold for a final $236,500 (est. $150k/200k). During an exciting moment on Thursday night, the seldom-seen 1900 Rockwell Hansom Cab, the first motorized taxicab in New York City, incited spirited bidding in the auction room before selling for $132,000, shattering its pre-sale estimate of $35,000 - $45,000. Additional Thursday highlights include a Paris-built 1900 De Dion-Bouton Type E Vis-à-Vis Voiturette, which achieved $121,000, a 1916 Rauch & Lang JX-6 Dual Control Electric Coach, which brought $110,000, more than doubling its pre-sale high estimate, and an eye-catching 1930 Cord L-29 Brougham, which sold for $103,400 (est. $50k/75k).

Interesting and unusual motor cars also starred at RM Auctions Hershey sale, with a pair of vintage trucks from The William B. Ruger Jr. Collection firing up the audience on Friday evening. The first, a 1924 American LaFrance Type 40 Combination Truck, was offered from 65 years of ownership under the Ruger family and sold for $115,500 to a bidder in the room (est. $35k/45k). A well-maintained 1936 American LaFrance 'Senior' 400 Series Squad Truck, equipped with a powerful 240 hp overhead-cam V-12 engine, also successfully sold to a participant in the auction room, achieving $82,500 (est. $40k/60k).

Beyond the cars, the Hershey sale featured 128 lots of memorabilia, signage, vintage motor car parts, original artwork, and ephemera. Among a host of fascinating pieces were the Hot Air Balloon Ceiling Fans offered from the Merrick Auto Museum Collection, which soared past their estimate to a final price of $6,037 on Thursday night (est. $800/1,200). The Ferrari Cavallino Porcelain Dinnerware Set by Richard Ginori opened a sustained bidding contest between three bidders on the phone and one in the room on Friday, eventually more than tripling its pre-sale high estimate and bringing $18,400 (est. $4k/6k). Friday also saw several vintage toy cars go under the hammer and surpass pre-sale estimates, with a pair of Buddy L Trucks achieving a final $2,300 (est. $300/400).  

“Hershey has proved once again to be the perfect destination for the offering of private collections and important early automotive design,” said Gord Duff, Global Head of Auctions, RM Sotheby’s Group, following the auction. “Both sale nights saw numerous lots secure prices well above their pre-sale estimates, demonstrating a very strong interest in historic American motor cars. We also saw continued lively bidding in the auction room and from clients participating remotely via phone and internet for rare cars from single-owner collections offered without reserve. We could not be more pleased with this year’s results, a show of strength for the Brass and Classic era market.”

RM Auctions Hershey 2019 Top Ten Sales

Lot 417	1930 Cadillac V-16 Sport Phaeton (ENGINE NO. 702478)	$1,221,000
Lot 433	1931 Marmon Sixteen Coupe (SERIAL NO. 16 141 675)	$550,000
Lot 391	1911 Oldsmobile Model 28 Autocrat Roadster (ENGINE NO. 66058)	$495,000
Lot 430	1931 Duesenberg Model J Limousine (ENGINE NO. J-430)	$451,000
Lot 406	1908 Oldsmobile Limited Prototype (CHASSIS NO. 14)	$423,500
Lot 419	1911 Rolls-Royce 40/50 HP Silver Ghost Drophead Coupe (CHASSIS NO. 1713)	$385,000
Lot 421	1929 Auburn 120 Eight Speedster (SERIAL NO. 2950505)	$341,000
Lot 405	1915 Stutz Model 4F Bearcat (CHASSIS NO. 4F-2658)	$330,000
Lot 434	1927 Lincoln Model L Imperial Victoria (CHASSIS NO. 47064)	$297,000
Lot 413	1934 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria (VEHICLE NO. 747-6525)	$286,000

The RM Sotheby’s Group continues its 2019 auction calendar with its 13^th annual London sale on 24 October at a new location—the renowned Olympia event space in West Kensington. The London auction will see 84 unique collector cars, including racing and rally greats, stunning sports and supercars, and modern classics, 13 lots of automobilia, and 1 motorcycle cross the block. Further information on upcoming events, along with complete results from RM Auctions Hershey, can be found at rmsothebys.com.

*Results are listed in USD and are inclusive of buyer’s premium (10 per cent for motor cars, 15 per cent for all other lots). Results include select post-sale transactions which occurred immediately following the auction.

ECLECTIC COLLECTION OF MODERN CLASSICS TO BENEFIT ‘TRILLION TREES’ ENVIRONMENTAL CHARITY PARTNERSHIP AT RM SOTHEBY’S LONDON SALE

ECLECTIC COLLECTION OF MODERN CLASSICS TO BENEFIT
‘TRILLION TREES’ ENVIRONMENTAL CHARITY PARTNERSHIP
AT RM SOTHEBY’S LONDON SALE

THE FORESTS COLLECTION FEATURES NINE CARS OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

 RM Sotheby’s is proud to present a diverse group of modern and future classics dubbed ‘The Forests Collection’ at its annual London sale, with all proceeds going to the Trillion Trees initiative, a charitable partnership whose mission is to connect funders with forest conservation ventures, and inspire the world to protect and restore one trillion trees by 2050. The Trillion Trees initiative combines the efforts of the World Wide Fund for Nature, BirdLife International, and the Wildlife Conservation Society, three of the world’s largest conservation organisations with a presence in over 100 countries. The Forests Collection, generously donated by a single benefactor, will be presented on 24 October at Olympia in West Kensington, a new venue for the RM Sotheby’s London auction. A stunning Porsche 911 GT3 and a classic Meyers Manx dune buggy join two icons of British design, a Mini Cooper and a Land Rover Defender, in addition to a sought-after BMW E30 M3 as highlights of the charity collection.

It is hoped that the generous charitable gesture of the owner will raise in excess of £480,000 when the cars go under the hammer in London, allowing the restoration of over 400 hectares of forests across Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda which will result in an estimated 300,000 mature trees. RM Sotheby’s is delighted to be supporting Trillion Trees and its mission to secure a sustainable future for forthcoming generations, and as such, every single pound of the winning bid will be pledged to the cause, including the seller’s premium. The Forests Collection represents the latest consignments for the London sale, which will offer in excess of 80 fine collector cars.  

The Forests Collection is headlined by a stunning 2018 Porsche 911 GT3, a sensational homage to Porsche’s competition heritage, with the example on offer presented in Paint-to-Sample Sepia Brown, a colour made famous on 911s of the 1970s. Delivered to its first and only owner in April 2018, this 991.2-generation GT3 boasts a number of desirable options, including a manual gearbox, Alcantara upholstered lightweight bucket seats, Clubsport package, and black 20-inch GT3 centre-lock wheels. Since leaving the Porsche factory in Stuttgart last year, the GT3 has covered just under 1,500km and is presented for sale in ‘as new’ condition (Estimate: £130,000-£160,000). Completing a trio of lovely 911s to be offered from the collection is a 996-generation 2000 Porsche 911 GT3 finished in silver and with only 70,000km covered from new (Estimate: £50,000-£60,000) and an amazing 2001 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Racecar, built to N-GT specification, presented as the perfect track day tool (Estimate: £140,000-£180,000).

An American icon, the 1970 Meyers Manx embodies the go-anywhere, do-anything Southern California spirit of its creator, Bruce F. Meyers. Based on Volkswagen Beetle underpinnings, the combination of purpose-built off-road ability and lightweight construction allowed the Manx to dominate the overland racing scene of the 1960s. This Manx, presented in vibrant metallic orange, stays true to the brightly coloured examples of the period. Thanks to a remarkable $60,000 restoration, no expense has been spared to ensure that this buggy is one of the finest in existence. A three-spoke EMPI steering wheel and original Gene Berg short-shifter, linked to a new four-speed rancho transmission, make driving enjoyable, spirited, and direct. The EMPI skid plate, sand seal-protected flywheel, and seatbelts for all passengers mean that this buggy is ready to play in the dunes, while the wiring for lights makes the Manx compliant for road use as well (Estimate: £35,000-£45,000).

In addition, the collection includes a 1998 Mini Cooper, finished in turquoise and having covered fewer than 50,000km from new (Estimate: £15,000-£20,000). A 2013 Land Rover Defender 90 is presented in red with a canvas roof covering the rear and fewer than 12,000km since it left the factory (Estimate: £40,000-£60,000). A 1991 BMW E30 M3, regarded as one of the finest performance saloon cars ever made, is in a sensational specification, sporting a white exterior complemented by a black interior, and just 55,000 miles recorded from new (Estimate: £45,000-£65,000). The 1993 Mazda RX-7 on offer boasts its famous rotary engine and a classic design, enhanced by beautiful black paintwork. This US-spec example is for sale with fewer than 50,000 miles (Estimate: £15,000-£20,000). Bidders who are looking for two wheels rather than four will be interested in the 2016 Harley Davidson Low Rider S, presented here in black with gold wheels (Estimate: £10,000-£15,000).

Will Smith, Car Specialist, RM Sotheby’s, said: “The addition of the Forests Collection to our London auction is an absolute delight and it is RM Sotheby’s pleasure to support the generosity of our client to help safeguard our planet and make a contribution to ensuring we all take responsibility for creating a sustainable future for generations to come. The wide-ranging and on-trend selection of vehicles available means that there will be something for everyone, from the latest high-performance Porsches to classic designs from Land Rover, Mini, Harley Davidson and of course, the Meyers Manx dune buggy. With all proceeds going towards this great cause, this collection presents bidders with the perfect opportunity to acquire a special vehicle while doing their bit to conserve our environment.”

Anna Kitulagoda, Head of Trillion Trees at WWF, adds: “We are incredibly grateful for this generous donation to support Trillion Trees. The outcome of the funds donated will enable us to restore over 400 hectares of degraded land to healthy native forest ecosystems across four countries in East Africa. Our goal for a trillion trees is a big one, but it’s achievable and necessary. We want to ensure that we have more of the right trees in the right places and protect our forests. We know that this can make a major contribution to achieving our global commitments on human development, biodiversity and climate change. This is an urgent priority, and we hugely value and appreciate the support that enables more critical work to get rapidly underway.”

For further information on RM Sotheby’s London sale, please visit rmsothebys.com. Interested bidders are invited to call RM Sotheby’s London office at +44 (0) 20 7851 7070 to speak with a car specialist

RM SOTHEBY’S TAJ MA GARAJ COLLECTION SALE SEES EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS AT $5.7 MILLION TOTAL

RM SOTHEBY’S TAJ MA GARAJ COLLECTION SALE SEES EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS AT $5.7 MILLION TOTAL

SINGLE-DAY PRESENTATION OF THE LATE JOHN DIXON’S PORSCHE PARADISE
FEATURED MORE THAN 30 MOTOR CARS AND 356 LOTS OF MEMORABILIA

PORSCHE 356 A CARRERA GT SPEEDSTER LEADS OFFERING AT $1.38 MILLION

DAYTON, Ohio (30 September 2019) – RM Sotheby’s presented the company’s 36^th single-owner private collection at auction this past weekend in Dayton, Ohio—the renowned Taj Ma Garaj Collection, grossing a total $5,685,859. Featuring 32 rare and eclectic Porsche and Volkswagen motor vehicles, as well as 356 lots of memorabilia from the late prominent collector, Mr John Dixon, the single-day absolute auction drew spirited bidding activity from no less than 20 countries around the world, with nearly 60 per cent of bidders representing first-time RM Sotheby’s clientele.

The auction began before a packed house, with every seat in the auction area filled as collectors raised their paddles for the chance to go home with one of John Dixon’s prized collectables or cars. Remote bidder participation was also strong, with more than 40 percent of bidders joining the auction via phone or Internet. Several motor cars drew nine or more individual bidders to the phone lines alone.

Strong prices were achieved across the automobile and motor vehicle offering, including for rare cars long held within the Taj Ma Garaj Collection as well as for those ordered or created by John Dixon himself. Leading the cars was a desirable “Four-Cam” 1957 Porsche 356 A Carrera GT Speedster by Reutter, equipped with its original, matching-numbers 1500 GT engine and beautifully restored to the highest standard. A fantastic example of the lightest, most race-prepared version of the model, the 356 A Carrera GT secured a final $1,380,000.

Additional car highlights include several lots which far surpassed pre-sale expectations, led by: a 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe, custom-ordered by John Dixon and wearing several unique Porsche Special Wishes options, which sold for a final $368,000 (est. $225/275k), a 1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GTS Clubsport, one of just 15 such cars and showing just 47 km, which brought a final $357,000 (est. $250/350k), a nicely optioned, low-mileage 1970 Porsche 914-6 which achieved $134,400 (est. $100/120k), and a never-raced 1988 Porsche Rothmans 944 Turbo Cup, which brought a record $98,000 (est. $75/100k).

John Dixon was well-known for the humour and creativity used in some of his cars and custom-builds. Quirky automobiles from the Taj Ma Garaj Collection drew much pre-sale and auction-room interest, with several cars exceeding expectations. Leading the weird and wonderful lineup was the unique 1953 Porsche 356 Limousine Custom, which incited spirited bidding in the room before selling for $207,200, while a one-of-six 1971 Mangosta Sport Buggy smashed its pre-sale estimate at a final $106,400 (est. $50/75k

The Taj Ma Garaj Collection auction successfully kicked off on Saturday morning with 356 lots of memorabilia, including sought-after Porsche unobtainium, rare literature, collectables, engines, and an assortment of arcade ephemera, going under the hammer. Bidding was lively across the collectable lots, with above-estimate prices achieved for a Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Junior at $30,000 (est. $7/9k), a Porsche 550 Spyder Junior at $19,200 (est. $8/12k), and a Porsche 356 A Speedster Junior at $15,600 (est. $8/12k), among many others.

Following the auction, Donnie Gould, Senior Car Specialist, RM Sotheby’s, said: “We could not be more thrilled with the success of the Taj Ma Garaj auction this past weekend. Our team prides ourselves in providing custom and concierge-level private collection solutions for our clients, and it’s always particularly exciting when the collector and cars offer such individuality. The entire audience had the pleasure of enjoying John Dixon’s humour and fun spirit, with his caricature pictured prominently on the wall behind the auction podium. Every corner of the Taj Ma Garaj space was a fun, witty, and off-the-wall idea that represented his personality, and clients were treated to an exciting auction as well as the amazing collection setting that he envisioned and realized. It was an honour to work with the Dixon family on this special sale, and we’re delighted to see outstanding prices achieved across multiple categories of the Porsche market.”

Hillary Dixon West, daughter of the late John Dixon, adds: “This auction was an emotional process for our family as we celebrated our father’s love for Porsche and the place in our hearts that the Taj Ma Garaj holds. RM Sotheby’s conducted an event that was so much more than a successful auction… they celebrated John’s humour and creativity as well as his attention to detail and passion for collecting only the very best of the best. From day one, they came in and took care of everything from start to finish, which speaks to the experience and skill of the RM team. Throughout the entire auction, the smiling caricature of John as the Taj Ma Garaj genie was behind the podium, and we’re sure it took place exactly as he would have wanted, smiling and enjoying every bit of it!”

RM Sotheby’s Taj Ma Garaj Collection Top Ten Sales

Lot 379	1957 Porsche 356 A Carrera GT Speedster (CHASSIS NO. 83622)	$1,380,000
Lot 368	1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring (CHASSIS NO. 9113600293)	$412,000
Lot 372	1997 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe (CHASSIS NO. WP0AC2996VS375198)	$368,000
Lot 378	1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GTS Clubsport (CHASSIS NO. WP0ZZZ93ZBS710038)	$357,000
Lot 376	1967 Porsche 911 S Coupe (CHASSIS NO. 305860 S)	$335,000
Lot 370	1952 Porsche 356 Cabriolet (CHASSIS NO. 12355)	$299,250
Lot 366	1953 Porsche 356 Limousine Custom (CHASSIS NO. 50146)	$207,200
Lot 374	1988 Porsche 911 Turbo 'Flat-Nose' Coupe (CHASSIS NO. WP0JB0936JS050662)	$193,200
Lot 371	2007 Porsche 911 GT3 RS (CHASSIS NO. WP0AC29997S792527)	$184,800
Lot 380	1974 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe (CHASSIS NO. 9114400143)	$168,000

The RM Sotheby’s Group continues its auction calendar with the company’s annual Hershey sale, 10-11 October in Pennsylvania. A featured attraction of the Antique Automobile Club of America’s Eastern Division Fall Meet, RM Auctions Hershey sale is not one to be missed. A mainstay on the auction calendar, the sale gathers collectors and hobbyists from around the globe for an annual enthusiast’s affair at Hershey Lodge. Known for its emphasis on significant Veteran, Brass and Classic Era American cars with fascinating histories, as well as its presentation of important private collections, bidders can expect a hand-picked roster of more than 200 historic automobiles and a selection of memorabilia to go under the hammer.

Further information on upcoming events, along with complete results from The Taj Ma Garaj Collection sale are available at rmsothebys.com.

RM SOTHEBY’S SÁRAGGA COLLECTION ENJOYS HUGE SUCCESS AS STUNNING 1931 BENTLEY 8-LITRE TOUR TOPS €10 MILLION SALE

RM SOTHEBY’S SÁRAGGA COLLECTION ENJOYS HUGE SUCCESS AS STUNNING 1931 BENTLEY 8-LITRE TOUR TOPS €10 MILLION SALE

COMPORTA, Portugal (23 September 2019) – RM Sotheby’s has enjoyed a fantastic, first-ever auction in Portugal where the company offered the incredible, single-owner Sáragga Collection, entirely without reserve on 21 September. A packed venue saw the sale gross €10,191,425, featuring 127 cars representing all budgets and eras of the collector car market. The Sáragga Collection was offered from a location on the owner’s estate, and hundreds of buyers filled the room to secure cars from this unique sale near the stunning beach resort region of Comporta. The room was enthusiastic and highly animated throughout the sale, with many results commanding applause and standing ovations from the audience. A remarkable 52 percent of bidders were new to RM Sotheby’s and no less than 38 countries were represented.

The undoubted star of the show was the 1931 Bentley 8-Litre Tourer, a magnificent and imposing pre-war touring car and jewel for any collection. A well-documented car with a strong history file detailing a comprehensive restoration, there was highly spirited bidding in the room that saw the car achieve an excellent €680,000. Fine Porsches were a notable feature of the collection, and it was the matching numbers 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring which was the focus of much pre-sale attention. Well documented, restored and resplendent in its original colour of Signal Orange, this blue-chip collector car made an outstanding €602,375.

The Collection was distinctive for featuring many cars with outstanding Portuguese provenance, drawing local market enthusiasts. In particular, a rare and highly desirable 1939 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet by Chapron was on offer, a car delivered new to Delahaye’s Lisbon showroom and presented in its original colours, this former concours winner made a final €331,250. The rare 1955 WD Denzel 1300, believed to be one of only 30 in existence, and again boasting Portuguese provenance, brought €314,375. Another notable car to garner significant pre-sale interest was the one-of-a-kind 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 Sedan, featuring a unique custom-made glass roof and coachbuilt by Henri Chapron of Paris. Having resided in Portugal since 1972 and in single ownership for 30 years, the car found a new home for €342,500.Other collectable Porsches sold from the Collection included the eye-catching 1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS, presenting beautifully in sought-after and rare Rubystone Red paintwork. This modern classic made an impressive €241,250, while the RS theme continued with a 2010 911 GT3 RS, which made €174,800. The beautifully restored Porsche 356 B Roadster was another notable lot that did very well on the night, achieving €151,800.

An additional lot which achieved a strong price was the 1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible, which made €231,125, while cars worthy of particular note for shattering expectations include the 1972 Alpine-Renault A110 1300, which grossed €195,500, more than doubling its high estimate, alongside the 1925 Amilcar CGS, which doubled its high estimate, bringing €100,050 on the night.

Paul Darvill, Car Specialist at RM Sotheby’s, said: “We enjoyed a remarkable afternoon here in Portugal. This was a very large collection of diverse collector cars, and we have conducted a significant sale in a completely new market for RM Sotheby’s. We are truly delighted with the results, as many lots far exceeded pre-sale estimates, and overall the sale performed admirably, delivering a healthy performance across the board. The packed venue was complimented by telephone bids and no less than 22 percent of all bidders putting our online bidding capabilities to good use.”

Maarten ten Holder, Head of Europe, RM Sotheby’s adds: “We are delighted Mr Sáragga entrusted his remarkable collection to us and it has been a delight to conduct our first-ever sale in Portugal alongside our local market colleagues at Sotheby’s. The room was packed and there was standing room only throughout the entire sale. Attendance was beyond our expectations and we had multiple bidders on every lot, with more than half being completely new to RM Sotheby’s, which is an amazing statistic for any auction.”

1.  Lot 164  1931 Bentley 8-Litre Tourer                           € 680,000

2.  Lot 197  1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring     € 602,375

3.  Lot 185  1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 Sedan                   € 342,500

4.  Lot 172  1939 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet                      € 331,250

5.  Lot 188  1955 WD Denzel 1300                                  € 314,375

6.  Lot 201  1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS                       € 241,250

7.  Lot 125  1956 Lancia Aurelia B24S Convertible           € 231,125

8.  Lot 174  1972 Alpine-Renault A110 1300                    € 195,500

9.  Lot 176  2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS                           € 174,800

10.Lot 144  2001 BMW Z8                                              € 165,600

RM Sotheby’s continues its roster of sales with the renowned Taj Ma Garaj Collection, comprising the cars, automobilia, and collectables of late, well-known collector, Mr. John Dixon. The collection, to be offered in a single-day sale on 28 September onsite in Dayton, Ohio, features more than 30 motor cars alongside 356 lots of memorabilia and collectibles. The final European sale of the year is the long-established London sale taking place at Olympia in West Kensington, on the new date of 24 October, and will feature in excess of 70 fine automobiles. Complete results from RM Sotheby’s Sáragga sale, as well as further details on upcoming auctions,  are available at rmsothebys.com.

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