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NDTV
a day ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Jeremy Clarkson's Ferrari F355 GTS Up For Auction In July
Jeremy Clarkson, the automotive journalist, writer, and television presenter, is now in the news, as his Ferrari F355 GTS is going under the hammer at RM Sotheby's Cliveden House. In an episode on Top Gear, Clarkson labeled the F355 GTS as the 'World's Greatest Car' and bought it later in August 1996. However, he drove the Ferrari rigorously till 2000. Jeremy brought the car to his garage in 1996 and notched about 6000 miles on the odometer by the year 2000. However, it was later handed over to three different owners, initially as a giveaway prize by the Sunday Times. As per reports, the Clarkson-owned F355 GTS has traveled just 15,000 miles to date. Reports suggest that RM Sotheby's is auctioning Clarkson's F355 GTS at its Cliveden House 2025 event in July 2025. Also, RM Sotheby's has estimated the auction price of the Ferrari F33 GTS at around USD 245,000 to USD 300,000. Though this price seems to be quite heavy for the F355 GTS, it must be considered that the supercar just got serviced in May 2025, which cost 9000 Euro, and is also a celebrity-owned car. This might be a suitable justification for the high auction price estimates. Talking about the specifications, the Ferrari F355 GTS is powered by a 3.5-liter V8 engine producing 375 horsepower, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Also, the other specialty of Jeremy Clarkson's F355 GTS is that it has cream and red sports seats, which are hardly seen in any of the Ferraris. Interestingly, Jeremy never bought any other Ferrari after the F355 GTS. However, his Top Gear co-host Richard Hammond bought a 550 Maranello and the 308 GT4. Also, James May got himself a 308 GTB, a F430, and a 458 Speciale.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Porsche Experience Centre Toronto 911 GT3 RS being auctioned for charity through RM Sotheby's
Porsche Experience Centre Toronto 911 GT3 RS being auctioned for charity through RM Sotheby's Porsche Experience Centre Toronto 911 GT3 RS being auctioned for charity through RM Sotheby's Auction for the bespoke Porsche Experience Centre Toronto 911 GT3 RS begins today One-of-one sports car premiered at the 2024 Canadian International Auto Show Closed-bid charity auction to end on Canada Day TORONTO, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. (PCL), importer and distributor for the sports car manufacturer from Stuttgart, announced that ahead of the opening of its Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) Toronto on June 18, a special 911 GT3 RS is being auctioned off through RM Sotheby's. The RM Sotheby's sealed bidding platform is going live at the new brand destination's grand opening event this evening. The auction of this truly Canadian vehicle will fittingly conclude on July 1. The winning bidder will have the opportunity to contribute to an important cause as a portion of the proceeds is set to be donated to Campfire Circle. Through its in-hospital and overnight camp programs, this Ontario-based charity brings joy and laughter to kids with serious illness and their families. "Much like the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto itself, this special vehicle was the realization of a dream," said Trevor Arthur, President & CEO, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. 'We are delighted at the potential that this vehicle has to fascinate and make its mark well beyond its new owner.' To commemorate the opening of Porsche Experience Centre Toronto, Porsche Cars Canada commissioned a unique 911 GT3 RS inspiration vehicle. Built in partnership between Porsche Cars Canada and the Porsche Sonderwunsch (special request) team in Germany, renowned designer Grant Larson led the design of this car to show just what's possible through this Porsche personalization program. This highly bespoke GT3 RS with Weissach Package was shown for the first time at the 2024 Canadian International Auto Show. It shows its motorsport lineage with a fully painted red and white Canadian livery, with the colour proportions of the flag. The interior features a custom 'pepita' fabric created specifically for this project. Throughout this vehicle, unique elements pay tribute and celebrate the great achievement that is Porsche Experience Centre Toronto. Under the front hood appears the cowl cover which has been personally signed in Germany by Grant Larson, GT product line director Andreas Preuninger, as well as Boris Apenbrink, the head of Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur. The car features its own bespoke Chronograph 911 GT3 RS timepiece. A special 1:18 scale model of the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto GT3 RS is also included in the auction lot. Bids for this customized, one-of-one Porsche sports car will be accepted until 3 pm ET on July 1, 2025. Potential buyers can register for this charity auction here. Please visit for more information about the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto. The booking portal is available to reserve sessions starting on June 18. About RM Sotheby's RM Sotheby's is the world's largest collector car auction house by total sales. With over 45 years of proven results in the collector car industry, RM's vertically integrated range of services, from auctions (live and online) and private sales to estate planning and financial services, coupled with an expert team of Car Specialists and an international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. RM Sotheby's is currently responsible for six of the top ten most valuable motor cars ever sold at auction. About Campfire Circle Since 1983, Campfire Circle (formerly Camp Ooch & Camp Trillium) has brought healing through happiness to kids with cancer or serious illness and their families. Through in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, the organization creates opportunities for children to build friendships and social skills, develop self-confidence and resiliency, and improve their overall well-being. By providing play-based experiences, they empower kids to take back their childhood, regardless of their medical diagnosis. Visit for more information. About Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. (PCL) is the exclusive importer and distributor of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman, Taycan, Panamera, as well as Cayenne and Macan. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, PCL employs a team of more than 70 supporting sales, aftersales, marketing, retail development, and public relations. They, in turn, work to provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience in keeping with the brand's more than 75-year history of leadership in the advancement of vehicle performance, safety, and efficiency. In 2019, a Parts Distribution Centre opened its doors in Mississauga to service the countrywide network of 23 Porsche Centres. Located in Pickering, ON, the Porsche Experience Centre Toronto will open its doors in 2025. PCL is the dedicated subsidiary of Porsche AG, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. At the core of this success is Porsche's proud racing heritage that boasts some 30,000-plus motorsport wins to date. Follow us: | | | | | Photos and video footage are available to accredited journalists on the Porsche Press Database at Photos accompanying this announcement are available athttps:// in to access your portfolio
AU Financial Review
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- AU Financial Review
The secret world of rare car trading
One of the most beautiful race cars of all time has gone under the hammer in one of the quietest auctions. The 1957 Ferrari 500 TRC, with the benefit of an impressive race pedigree and a superb restoration, was offered in a secretive 'sealed' sale at the end of May. Bidders competed online over two days with auctioneer RM Sotheby's promising 'final sale results remain confidential, ensuring no impact on future market offerings,' while buyers and sellers remained anonymous. The company claims this is 'quickly becoming the preferred choice for discreet collectors'.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
A 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau in Photos
More from Robb Report This Ultra-Rare Porsche 964 Was a Race Prototype. Now It Could Fetch $1 Million at Auction. The MG MGB Helped Launch America's Sports-Car Craze. Now It's a Bargain for Collectors. Porsche Is Ending Production of Its Gas-Powered Boxster and Cayman Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article. This 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau will soon be available through Gooding Christie's. The cockpit has been stripped of non-essential amenities for race-focused weight savings. The car is powered by a 3.6-liter, dual-ignition flat-six engine delivering 265 hp. The 22 examples of the 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau were instrumental in the early stages of Porsche's Carrera Cup race series. The car has only 502 kilometers (about 312 miles) on it. According to the RM Sotheby's lot description from another one of the 22 examples built, which was sold by that auction house in 2022, these cars weigh only 2,414 pounds and 'the standard spoiler (which rotated upward at speed) was replaced with a fixed unit for maximum downforce at all times.' For the Carrera 4 Leichtbau, Porsche used the 964's innovative foundation but eliminated any superfluous amenities to offer the most efficient competition car that could be derived from the model. This example is expected to fetch between $750,000 and $1 million at auction.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
A 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau in Photos
More from Robb Report This Ultra-Rare Porsche 964 Was a Race Prototype. Now It Could Fetch $1 Million at Auction. The MG MGB Helped Launch America's Sports-Car Craze. Now It's a Bargain for Collectors. Porsche Is Ending Production of Its Gas-Powered Boxster and Cayman Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article. This 1991 Porsche 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau will soon be available through Gooding Christie's. The cockpit has been stripped of non-essential amenities for race-focused weight savings. The car is powered by a 3.6-liter, dual-ignition flat-six engine delivering 265 hp. The 22 examples of the 964 Carrera 4 Leichtbau were instrumental in the early stages of Porsche's Carrera Cup race series. The car has only 502 kilometers (about 312 miles) on it. According to the RM Sotheby's lot description from another one of the 22 examples built, which was sold by that auction house in 2022, these cars weigh only 2,414 pounds and 'the standard spoiler (which rotated upward at speed) was replaced with a fixed unit for maximum downforce at all times.' For the Carrera 4 Leichtbau, Porsche used the 964's innovative foundation but eliminated any superfluous amenities to offer the most efficient competition car that could be derived from the model. This example is expected to fetch between $750,000 and $1 million at auction.
