On Thursday, November 20th, RM Auctions will be conducting an exclusive online charity auction on behalf of Mercedes-Benz USA, in an effort to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. So mark your calendars, as this will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own this singular Mercedes McLaren SLR Roadster - the only one built for the United States.
Originally built in 1961, this Lincoln Continental Town Brougham was converted by Ford Motor Company into a “one-off” factory-built prototype in 1964. With an extended wheelbase, a distinctive open chauffeur's compartment and a limousine-type division window, it evokes images of the elegant town cars of the Classic Era. We can’t help but say….”Home, James!”
Kicked off by a gala reception themed after TV’s ‘The Avengers’, RM’s Automobiles of London auction event defied an early blast of winter to generate very strong results. The top-selling cars included a record-setting 1997 McLaren F1, an award-winning 1959 Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France Berlinetta, and an ultra-rare 1938 Horch 853 Special Roadster. In addition, the sale featured ten incredible custom creations by the UK’s renowned automotive artist, Andy Saunders.
For complete results, click here.
To view photos from this extraordinary event, click here.
Must watch TV!
Calling all motoring enthusiasts! Relive all the excitement of our 2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey auction event with the latest episodes of our television series, RM Classic Car Auction. Set to air each Tuesday from 9pm through until December 30, these latest episodes will present you with all the highlights and action from this year's Monterey sale. Please note, schedules may be subject to change. For complete listings, click here or check your local TV guides.
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