A SUPER rare Ferrari in incredible condition is set to sell for more than £9million.
The vintage 1960 250 GT SWB California Spider is one of only 18 ever made.
Super rare Ferrari in incredible condition is set to sell for more than £9million, which is the price of 47 brand-new onesJam Press/Stephan Bauer/Courtesy
The light blue, open-top classic with red leather upholstery has had seven owners but has since been restoredJam Press/Stephan Bauer/Courtesy
It finished third in its class in the 1963 Targa Florio — the only Ferrari of its type to have raced in it.
The light blue, open-top classic with red leather upholstery has had seven owners but has since been restored.
It can boast a top speed of 156mph and a 0-60mph in just 6.1 seconds.
But for the same price, car enthusiasts could snap up 47 brand new Ferrari Romas that cost a mere £193,000 and still have some change.
The new model, which cost £193,000, is quicker too, as it can do 0-60mph in just 3.4 seconds and can go up to 198mph.
The Ferrari 1960 250 GT SWB California Spider is being sold by auctioneers RM Sotheby’s.
It’s one of 128 sports cards going under the hammer in Monterey, California, US, between 17 and 19 August.
A spokesperson said: “RM Sotheby’s is thrilled to announce the offering of the sole 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider by Scaglietti to compete in period at the legendary Targa Florio.
“This remarkable Ferrari, known for its racing pedigree and unmatched elegance, presents an extraordinary opportunity for passionate collectors and automotive enthusiasts to own a piece of motoring history.
“Established in 1906, the legendary Targa Florio is celebrated as one of the most exciting endurance sports car races in the world.
“Held yearly through 1977 in the picturesque region of Sicily, the Targa Florio’s original course stretched over 92 miles, traversing breathtaking mountain roads and the streets of charming Italian villages.
“The race drew great popularity with famous drivers behind the wheel of factory-backed entries and privateers eager to put their newly purchased sports cars to the test.”
The estimate on the Ferrari is between £7.5 million ($9,500,000) and £9.1 million ($11.5 million).
This comes after a classic Land Rover hit auction for a bargain price and comes with a very handy perk.
Plus, an amazing MG TC Midget from 1949 hit auction for just £10,000 – and there’s an amazing bonus feature.
It can boast a top speed of 156mph and a 0-60mph in just 6.1 secondsJam Press/Stephan Bauer/Courtesy
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