Ferrari 250 TR; at $12 million, now the most expensive car ever sold at auction ...
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Defying the current economic crisis, RM Auctions once again managed to break the world auction record today at the Leggenda e Passione Ferrari auction in Maranello. It was not the much hyped 350 Can-Am that broke the record; this failed to sell as bidding stalled at around $10 million. The record breaker was this beautiful black Ferrari 250 TR that required a bid of over $12 million to swap owners. With its unique lines and howling V12 engine, the Testa Rossa is regarded as one of Ferrari's finest sports racers ever built. Various versions of the car won the 24 Hours of Le Mans four times.
One of just 19 'pontoon fender' style Testa Rossas built, the new world record holder combined an interesting history with a virtually unmolested body and chassis. It was first owned by Piero Drogo, who raced the car extensively and would later be responsible for the bodies of the iconic 330 P3 and P4 as well as the 350 Can-Am also included in the auction. Its second owner painted the car in an unusual black with a red nose band. In recent years it was part of a prominent Japanese collection. The car was restored to its original configuration and striking colors especially for the auction. The 250 TR was sold to a telephone bidder right at the end of the auction.
The success of chassis '0714TR' inspired us to completely revamp our article of this iconic racing car. It now features pictures and history of seven separate Testa Rossas. Most of them are seen in action at historic events around the world. The combined gallery contains a total of 36 shots.
1957 - 1958 Ferrari 250 TR - Images, Specifications and Information
Regards,
Wouter Melissen
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