Hypercars
Except otherwise stated, all results include the premium.
not including Formula One.
See also : Big Six French cars Bugatti Automobiles
Chronology : 2013 2014 2018 2020 to now 2020 2022 2025
not including Formula One.
See also : Big Six French cars Bugatti Automobiles
Chronology : 2013 2014 2018 2020 to now 2020 2022 2025
Pagani Zonda
Intro
The mastery of engineering allows smaller car brands to reach the top level, provided that they apply a great care to all details in a limited production. Pagani and Koenigsegg are the best examples. The Pagani brand was created in 1992 by a former collaborator of Lamborghini who is a specialist in carbon fibers.
The Pagani Zonda was created in 1999 and the Huayra coupe replaced it in 2012. Each of these models has evolved over time through a practice of continuous improvement of the composite materials and of weight balancing. Packages were available for upgrading to more recent standard the previously delivered cars.
The Zonda R is a coupe for track only, made from 2009 to 2011 with a 6 litre 740 hp Mercedes-Benz V 12 racing engine.
A rival to the Ferrari FXX and to the Maserati MC12 Corsa, it targeted to be one of the fastest cars on the circuits. 4.70 m long with a 2.80 m wheelbase, it has a beautiful aerodynamical body. It claims the 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 375 km/h.
Made in 2010, a Zonda R was upgraded in 2014 by the factory to the Revolucion specifications with an engine uprated to 780 hp. It was sold for $ 5.3M by RM Sotheby's on March 4, 2023, lot 171.
The Pagani Zonda was created in 1999 and the Huayra coupe replaced it in 2012. Each of these models has evolved over time through a practice of continuous improvement of the composite materials and of weight balancing. Packages were available for upgrading to more recent standard the previously delivered cars.
The Zonda R is a coupe for track only, made from 2009 to 2011 with a 6 litre 740 hp Mercedes-Benz V 12 racing engine.
A rival to the Ferrari FXX and to the Maserati MC12 Corsa, it targeted to be one of the fastest cars on the circuits. 4.70 m long with a 2.80 m wheelbase, it has a beautiful aerodynamical body. It claims the 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 375 km/h.
Made in 2010, a Zonda R was upgraded in 2014 by the factory to the Revolucion specifications with an engine uprated to 780 hp. It was sold for $ 5.3M by RM Sotheby's on March 4, 2023, lot 171.
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2014 760 LM Roadster
2024 SOLD for $ 11M by RM Sotheby's
Zonda is the historical model of the Pagani brand. To maintain an offering at the highest level of performance, the Huayra is unveiled in 2011 and the obsolescence of the Zonda is announced in 2013 with a final special edition, the Zonda Revolucion.
This is not the end of the Zondas because there are still chassis that can be used with customer specifications, each design for a single unit. These cars equipped with an AMG V-12 7.3 liter 749 hp engine constitute the Zonda 760 range. The most recent cars generally benefit from the technological innovations of the Huayra.
The Zonda LM roadster is a bespoke car built in 2014 with a body of lacquered bare carbon. It was sold for $ 11M by RM Sotheby's on December 1, 2024, lot 134. LM is the classical reference to Le Mans. This car has different headlights compared to the other Zondas, with a full cover similar to that of racing prototypes. At the rear its new spoiler is larger than the other 760s. Two rows of LEDs are added as additional brake lights at the rear.
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RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys Dec 1, 2024
SOLD! The 2014 Pagani Zonda LM Roadster sells for $11,086,250 USD at our Dubai sale. #RMDubai #RMSothebys #Pagani #Zonda #LM
This is not the end of the Zondas because there are still chassis that can be used with customer specifications, each design for a single unit. These cars equipped with an AMG V-12 7.3 liter 749 hp engine constitute the Zonda 760 range. The most recent cars generally benefit from the technological innovations of the Huayra.
The Zonda LM roadster is a bespoke car built in 2014 with a body of lacquered bare carbon. It was sold for $ 11M by RM Sotheby's on December 1, 2024, lot 134. LM is the classical reference to Le Mans. This car has different headlights compared to the other Zondas, with a full cover similar to that of racing prototypes. At the rear its new spoiler is larger than the other 760s. Two rows of LEDs are added as additional brake lights at the rear.
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RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys Dec 1, 2024
SOLD! The 2014 Pagani Zonda LM Roadster sells for $11,086,250 USD at our Dubai sale. #RMDubai #RMSothebys #Pagani #Zonda #LM
- This post celebrates the record-breaking $11.086 million sale of a one-off 2014 Pagani Zonda 760 LM Roadster—one of only five LM variants ever built—at RM Sotheby's Dubai auction, underscoring the Zonda's enduring appeal as Horacio Pagani's first hypercar masterpiece with just 140 units produced total.
- The video clip vividly depicts the auction's climax, with bids surging from $6 million to $9.85 million in under 30 seconds amid a packed room, illustrating how rarity and Middle Eastern collector demand drove the price 50% above estimates.
- Replies reveal polarized views on such extravagance, from admiration for the car's engineering (7.3-liter V12, 760 hp) to skepticism about affordability, mirroring a 2024 collector market where Zonda values rose 20% year-over-year per Hagerty data.
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(2006)-2017 Riviera
2025 SOLD for $ 10.1M by RM Sotheby's
A 2006 Zonda F has been completely rebuilt by Pagani as the 2017 Zonda Riviera as part of the brand's aftersales personalization program. It was sold for $ 10.1M by RM Sotheby's on December 5, 2025, lot 417.
Introduction to the Pagani Zonda Riviera
The 2006 Pagani Zonda Riviera (chassis #64002) is a one-of-a-kind hypercar that originated as a Zonda F coupé, one of just 25 such models produced to honor the late Formula 1 legend Juan Manuel Fangio—a close friend of Pagani founder Horacio Pagani who helped secure the brand's partnership with Mercedes-AMG for its V12 engines. Delivered new in 2006, it was returned to Pagani's Modena atelier in 2017 for a complete transformation under the brand's exclusive UNICO personalization program. This rebirth elevated it to a bespoke "760-series" specification, incorporating cutting-edge aerodynamics, materials, and performance upgrades derived from Pagani's track-focused developments. Its evocative name and color scheme—pearl white exterior with royal blue accents and exposed carbon fiber, paired with a deep blue Alcantara and leather interior—draw inspiration from the Mediterranean Riviera, symbolizing elegance and coastal allure.
On December 5, 2025, this unique Zonda crossed the block as lot 417 at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island resort, where it sold for $10.13 million—shattering previous Pagani auction records and underscoring its status as a pinnacle collectible.
Technical Evolution and UNICO Program
The Riviera's significance begins with its embodiment of Pagani's UNICO philosophy: that a hypercar is not a static product but a "timeless canvas" for ongoing evolution, allowing owners to collaborate intimately with the atelier for boundless customization. Unlike standard upgrades, UNICO involves a full disassembly of the chassis, followed by reassembly with proprietary advancements. Key modifications include:
Role in Pagani's Brand History
The Zonda Riviera holds a pivotal place in Pagani Automobili's narrative as the 140th and final Zonda ever produced, marking the definitive closure of a 25-year lineage that began with the C12 prototype in 1999. The Zonda revolutionized hypercars by prioritizing handcrafted artistry, carbon-fiber innovation (Pagani pioneered its automotive use), and emotional storytelling over mass production—producing just 140 units (including mules and variants) on commission. Its evolution from the raw C12 to roadsters, track specials like the R, and ultra-limited runs like the Cinque (5 units) or HP Barchetta (3 units, one retained by Horacio Pagani) showcased Pagani's refusal to let the model stagnate, even after declaring production ended in 2013.
The Riviera, completed in 2017 but publicly unveiled in 2024 as the "last Zonda," symbolizes this perpetual refinement. It exemplifies how Pagani treats its cars as living heirlooms: the UNICO program, launched around 2015, has since birthed over a dozen one-off Zondas (e.g., Aether, Fantasma), extending the model's relevance into the Huayra and Utopia eras. As the endpoint of the Zonda saga, it encapsulates Horacio Pagani's vision of cars as emotional triggers—blending historical reverence (its F roots) with futuristic possibility (760-series tech)—while affirming the brand's cult status among collectors who value provenance over outright speed.
AspectZonda F (Original, 2006)Zonda Riviera (Post-UNICO, 2017)
Power
F : 602 hp / 560 lb-ft
UNICO : 750 hp / 575 lb-ft
Transmission
F : 6-speed manual
UNICO : 7-speed sequential
Key Aero Features
F: Standard F splitter and diffuser
UNICO : Roof scoop, dorsal fin, enlarged 760 wing
Weight Savings
F : ~2,866 lbs (carbon chassis)
UNICO : Further reduced via Carbo-Titanium upgrades
Production2
F : 25 units
UNICO : 1 unit (final Zonda overall)
Auction Significance and Market Legacy
The December 5, 2025, sale for $10.13 million (against a $9.5–$10.5 million estimate) not only set a new benchmark for Pagani at auction—eclipsing the prior record of $11.08 million for a 2010 Zonda LM Roadster in 2024—but also highlighted the Zonda's explosive appreciation. Acquired for an undisclosed sum in 2017 (post-conversion), its value has roughly doubled in eight years, reflecting broader trends in one-off hypercars. With only 564 miles on the odometer and a documented chain of custody (including Saudi and European owners), it joins rarified air alongside McLaren F1s and Ferrari 250 GTOs in collector value.
This transaction cements the Riviera's legacy: not just as the Zonda's swan song, but as a testament to Pagani's enduring appeal in an electrified future. It proves that for a brand built on 140 bespoke dreams, the final one can redefine an entire dynasty.
Introduction to the Pagani Zonda Riviera
The 2006 Pagani Zonda Riviera (chassis #64002) is a one-of-a-kind hypercar that originated as a Zonda F coupé, one of just 25 such models produced to honor the late Formula 1 legend Juan Manuel Fangio—a close friend of Pagani founder Horacio Pagani who helped secure the brand's partnership with Mercedes-AMG for its V12 engines. Delivered new in 2006, it was returned to Pagani's Modena atelier in 2017 for a complete transformation under the brand's exclusive UNICO personalization program. This rebirth elevated it to a bespoke "760-series" specification, incorporating cutting-edge aerodynamics, materials, and performance upgrades derived from Pagani's track-focused developments. Its evocative name and color scheme—pearl white exterior with royal blue accents and exposed carbon fiber, paired with a deep blue Alcantara and leather interior—draw inspiration from the Mediterranean Riviera, symbolizing elegance and coastal allure.
On December 5, 2025, this unique Zonda crossed the block as lot 417 at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island resort, where it sold for $10.13 million—shattering previous Pagani auction records and underscoring its status as a pinnacle collectible.
Technical Evolution and UNICO Program
The Riviera's significance begins with its embodiment of Pagani's UNICO philosophy: that a hypercar is not a static product but a "timeless canvas" for ongoing evolution, allowing owners to collaborate intimately with the atelier for boundless customization. Unlike standard upgrades, UNICO involves a full disassembly of the chassis, followed by reassembly with proprietary advancements. Key modifications include:
- Aerodynamics: A roof-mounted air scoop (inspired by the track-only Zonda Cinque), a central carbon-fiber dorsal fin for high-speed stability, a redesigned front bonnet with integrated flicks, flared carbon wheel arches, and a massive rear wing borrowed from the Zonda 760 series. These enhancements optimize downforce and cooling without compromising the Zonda's lithe silhouette.
- Powertrain: The original 7.3-liter naturally aspirated Mercedes-AMG V12 was remapped to 750 hp and 575 lb-ft of torque (up from the Zonda F's 602 hp), paired with a seven-speed sequential gearbox with paddle shifters. This delivers blistering performance: 0-60 mph in under 3.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 214 mph.
- Chassis and Materials: Extensive use of Pagani's Carbo-Titanium and advanced carbon-titanium composites reduces weight while boosting rigidity, blending the Zonda's raw, analogue feel with modern precision.
Role in Pagani's Brand History
The Zonda Riviera holds a pivotal place in Pagani Automobili's narrative as the 140th and final Zonda ever produced, marking the definitive closure of a 25-year lineage that began with the C12 prototype in 1999. The Zonda revolutionized hypercars by prioritizing handcrafted artistry, carbon-fiber innovation (Pagani pioneered its automotive use), and emotional storytelling over mass production—producing just 140 units (including mules and variants) on commission. Its evolution from the raw C12 to roadsters, track specials like the R, and ultra-limited runs like the Cinque (5 units) or HP Barchetta (3 units, one retained by Horacio Pagani) showcased Pagani's refusal to let the model stagnate, even after declaring production ended in 2013.
The Riviera, completed in 2017 but publicly unveiled in 2024 as the "last Zonda," symbolizes this perpetual refinement. It exemplifies how Pagani treats its cars as living heirlooms: the UNICO program, launched around 2015, has since birthed over a dozen one-off Zondas (e.g., Aether, Fantasma), extending the model's relevance into the Huayra and Utopia eras. As the endpoint of the Zonda saga, it encapsulates Horacio Pagani's vision of cars as emotional triggers—blending historical reverence (its F roots) with futuristic possibility (760-series tech)—while affirming the brand's cult status among collectors who value provenance over outright speed.
AspectZonda F (Original, 2006)Zonda Riviera (Post-UNICO, 2017)
Power
F : 602 hp / 560 lb-ft
UNICO : 750 hp / 575 lb-ft
Transmission
F : 6-speed manual
UNICO : 7-speed sequential
Key Aero Features
F: Standard F splitter and diffuser
UNICO : Roof scoop, dorsal fin, enlarged 760 wing
Weight Savings
F : ~2,866 lbs (carbon chassis)
UNICO : Further reduced via Carbo-Titanium upgrades
Production2
F : 25 units
UNICO : 1 unit (final Zonda overall)
Auction Significance and Market Legacy
The December 5, 2025, sale for $10.13 million (against a $9.5–$10.5 million estimate) not only set a new benchmark for Pagani at auction—eclipsing the prior record of $11.08 million for a 2010 Zonda LM Roadster in 2024—but also highlighted the Zonda's explosive appreciation. Acquired for an undisclosed sum in 2017 (post-conversion), its value has roughly doubled in eight years, reflecting broader trends in one-off hypercars. With only 564 miles on the odometer and a documented chain of custody (including Saudi and European owners), it joins rarified air alongside McLaren F1s and Ferrari 250 GTOs in collector value.
This transaction cements the Riviera's legacy: not just as the Zonda's swan song, but as a testament to Pagani's enduring appeal in an electrified future. It proves that for a brand built on 140 bespoke dreams, the final one can redefine an entire dynasty.
The Zonda Aether is a 760 roadster created in 2017 for a customer enthusiastic of classic driving and supercar power. Its main specificity is the manual gearbox, which had been abandoned by the brand from the Zonda Cinque variant in 2008. Another curiosity is the opening of the doors by a leather strap and not by handle. Aether is an allusion to its natural aspiration. It is undoubtedly the last Zonda with this feature.
This car has 1,400 km from new, which proves that it was reasonably used while so many other hypercars of the same generation remain confined to the garage. It was sold for US $ 6.8M by RM Sotheby's in Abu Dhabi on November 30, 2019, lot 124.
Pagani : Compare the Riviera, sold for $ 10.1M by RM Sotheby's on December 5, 2025, lot 417, and the Aether, sold for US $ 6.8M by RM Sotheby's in Abu Dhabi on November 30, 2019, lot 124.
The Pagani Riviera (sold for $10.1 million—precisely $10,130,000—at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction on December 5, 2025, Lot 417) and the Pagani Aether (sold for approximately $6.8 million—precisely $6,812,500—at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction on November 30, 2019, Lot 124) are both ultra-rare, one-off (or highly unique) evolutions of the Pagani Zonda hypercar line. Both represent pinnacle examples of Pagani's craftsmanship, exclusivity, and performance, but they differ in origins, specifications, design themes, and market performance.
Key Similarities
The Riviera fetched a significantly higher price in 2025 ($10.13M vs. $6.81M for the Aether in 2019), driven by the surging collector market for Zondas, its one-off status post-UNICO transformation, and timing amid record hypercar sales. The Aether stands out for its factory-original roadster purity and manual gearbox, while the Riviera offers a "reborn" coupe with dramatic styling updates. Both are masterpieces of Horacio Pagani's vision—artistic, analog hypercars far removed from modern turbo/hybrid norms—but the Riviera's recent result positions it as one of the most valuable Zondas ever auctioned publicly.
Like the Koenigsegg, the Pagani are mostly road cars. The Huayra reaches 370 Km/h at top speed. It is road legal in the United States, which was not the case of the Zonda. 100 Huayra were built, limited in the deal with Mercedes-Benz which supplied Pagani in that quantity with the custom hand made engine.
The new feature of the Huayra is its active aerodynamics handled by computer to ensure an impeccable stability. On the same principle as an airplane wing, independent flaps at the four corners automatically change the shape of the car according to its speed, acceleration, rotation and to the throttle position.
A 2014 Pagani Huayra with 937 miles from new was sold for $ 3.3M by Mecum on January 17, 2026, lot S242.1. It is equipped with the Tempesta upgrading package released by Pagani in 2016. Tempesta means storm and Huayra is the Quechua god of the wind. Another 2014 Huayra with the Tempesta was sold for $ 2.4M by RM Sotheby's on August 19, 2017, lot 229. It had been the first Huayra delivered to North America. A short video is shared by the auction house.
A series of 20 Huayra cars was made for the track with the reference BC honoring the first ever customer of the brand. It develops 800 hp with an AMG V-12 6 liter engine. It was originally planned for 40 units with a price tag of $ 3.5M.The first example was unveiled at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.
A Huayra BC coupe made in 2017 and later Tempesta upgraded was sold for $ 4.3M by RM Sotheby's on December 1, 2024, lot 154.
This car has 1,400 km from new, which proves that it was reasonably used while so many other hypercars of the same generation remain confined to the garage. It was sold for US $ 6.8M by RM Sotheby's in Abu Dhabi on November 30, 2019, lot 124.
Pagani : Compare the Riviera, sold for $ 10.1M by RM Sotheby's on December 5, 2025, lot 417, and the Aether, sold for US $ 6.8M by RM Sotheby's in Abu Dhabi on November 30, 2019, lot 124.
The Pagani Riviera (sold for $10.1 million—precisely $10,130,000—at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction on December 5, 2025, Lot 417) and the Pagani Aether (sold for approximately $6.8 million—precisely $6,812,500—at RM Sotheby's Abu Dhabi auction on November 30, 2019, Lot 124) are both ultra-rare, one-off (or highly unique) evolutions of the Pagani Zonda hypercar line. Both represent pinnacle examples of Pagani's craftsmanship, exclusivity, and performance, but they differ in origins, specifications, design themes, and market performance.
Key Similarities
- Both are based on the Pagani Zonda platform, powered by a naturally aspirated Mercedes-AMG 7.3-liter V12 engine tuned to "760" specification (producing around 750 hp / 749 bhp and approximately 575 lb-ft of torque).
- They are among the final and most desirable Zondas, built late in the model's production run (Zonda production totaled about 140 road cars).
- Both feature extensive carbon fiber construction, advanced aerodynamics, and bespoke personalization.
- They were sold at RM Sotheby's auctions in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the region's strong market for ultra-high-end hypercars.
- Both are road-legal hypercars emphasizing analog driving thrills, lightweight design, and exotic materials.
- Base Model and History:
- Riviera: Originally a 2006 Pagani Zonda F (chassis ZA9C820C10SF76069), later fully rebuilt and transformed by Pagani's UNICO program (an exclusive personalization/rebuilt service allowing near-total updates). This "rebirth" added modern Zonda 760-series elements, making it effectively a one-off 760-spec car. It is the only Zonda Riviera ever produced.
- Aether: Built new in 2017/2018 as a dedicated one-off Zonda 760 Roadster (the 131st of 140 Zonda road cars), named "Aether" from the start. It was not a conversion but a factory-original special with unique chassis and features.
- Body Style and Design Theme:
- Riviera: Coupe (with roof-mounted air scoop and other aero mods). Pearl-white exterior with blue accents, bare carbon fiber elements, and Mediterranean "Riviera" inspiration (e.g., pearl white + blue Alcantara interior evoking coastal luxury). Includes a central carbon fin, new bonnet with flicks, prominent 760-inspired rear wing, and roof scoop for enhanced high-speed stability and aesthetics.
- Aether: Roadster (open-top). Exposed carbon fiber body with red accents (in some descriptions), Cinque-style snorkel induction, large rear wing, and aero tweaks. Named after the pure air above the clouds, with emphasis on open-air driving and induction noise.
- Transmission:
- Riviera: Seven-speed sequential (automated manual, typical for high-performance Zondas).
- Aether: Ultra-rare six-speed manual gearbox—one of the most collector-desired features in modern hypercars (a purist setup increasingly uncommon).
- Performance and Specs (very similar overall):
- Both deliver ~750 hp from the high-revving (8,000+ rpm) V12, paired with lightweight construction (under ~3,000 lbs).
- Riviera emphasizes updated aero (e.g., roof scoop, fin, wing) for stability.
- Aether highlights open-top experience and manual engagement.
- Auction Results and Value Appreciation:
- Riviera: Sold for $10,130,000 in 2025 (after estimates of $9.5–10.5 million). It had sold previously around 2019 for ~$5.8 million, showing strong appreciation (nearly doubling in value over ~6 years due to rarity and Zonda market growth).
- Aether: Sold for $6,812,500 in 2019 (near the peak of its estimate range at the time). As a late-model one-off with manual transmission, it commanded a premium then, but the Riviera's 2025 result reflects broader hypercar market inflation and the appeal of the UNICO-rebuilt uniqueness.
The Riviera fetched a significantly higher price in 2025 ($10.13M vs. $6.81M for the Aether in 2019), driven by the surging collector market for Zondas, its one-off status post-UNICO transformation, and timing amid record hypercar sales. The Aether stands out for its factory-original roadster purity and manual gearbox, while the Riviera offers a "reborn" coupe with dramatic styling updates. Both are masterpieces of Horacio Pagani's vision—artistic, analog hypercars far removed from modern turbo/hybrid norms—but the Riviera's recent result positions it as one of the most valuable Zondas ever auctioned publicly.
Like the Koenigsegg, the Pagani are mostly road cars. The Huayra reaches 370 Km/h at top speed. It is road legal in the United States, which was not the case of the Zonda. 100 Huayra were built, limited in the deal with Mercedes-Benz which supplied Pagani in that quantity with the custom hand made engine.
The new feature of the Huayra is its active aerodynamics handled by computer to ensure an impeccable stability. On the same principle as an airplane wing, independent flaps at the four corners automatically change the shape of the car according to its speed, acceleration, rotation and to the throttle position.
A 2014 Pagani Huayra with 937 miles from new was sold for $ 3.3M by Mecum on January 17, 2026, lot S242.1. It is equipped with the Tempesta upgrading package released by Pagani in 2016. Tempesta means storm and Huayra is the Quechua god of the wind. Another 2014 Huayra with the Tempesta was sold for $ 2.4M by RM Sotheby's on August 19, 2017, lot 229. It had been the first Huayra delivered to North America. A short video is shared by the auction house.
A series of 20 Huayra cars was made for the track with the reference BC honoring the first ever customer of the brand. It develops 800 hp with an AMG V-12 6 liter engine. It was originally planned for 40 units with a price tag of $ 3.5M.The first example was unveiled at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.
A Huayra BC coupe made in 2017 and later Tempesta upgraded was sold for $ 4.3M by RM Sotheby's on December 1, 2024, lot 154.
2014 Lamborghini Veneno
2019 SOLD for CHF 8.3M by Bonhams
Since 1966 Lamborghini attribute emblematic names of bullfighting to their models : owners, breeds, equipment, exceptional animals, but excluding the toreros.
In 1879 Murcielago was spared after resisting 24 sword blows. Aventador was highlighted and even awarded for his courage in the arena in 1993.
Launched in 2011, the Lamborghini Aventador was a great success. This model managed to conciliate an extreme performance, with a top speed of 350 km/h, and mass production, 5,000 vehicles in the first five years.
On August 2, 1914 in Sanlucar de Barrameda, Veneno destroyed a young novillero by a powerful blow in the head.
Derived mainly from the Aventador and remaining homologated for the road, the Lamborghini Veneno marks nevertheless a breakthrough for the brand by integrating competition technologies for the first time. The priority given to airflow and downforce had a significant impact on the shape of the body, possibly at the expense of aesthetics.
The Lamborghini Veneno is one of the most exclusive models of the brand. The coupe was produced in 2013 in a prototype and three commercial units that had been sold before the announcement of the launch, a common practice for limited series of hypercars. Satisfied with this operation, Lamborghini manufacture a Veneno roadster in nine units in 2014.
Published after the sales, the ex factory price of the coupe was $ 4M. The roadster was worth € 3.3M excluding taxes. Customers who are frustrated at not being selected pay sometimes a higher price when one of these vehicles becomes available on second hand.
On September 29, 2019, Bonhams sold for CHF 8.3M from a lower estimate of CHF 5.2M a Veneno roadster with 325 km from new, lot 20.
A 2015 Veneno roadster with 1,780 km from new passed at SBX Cars on May 9, 2024, lot 19, and was privately sold afterward for $ 6M.
In 1879 Murcielago was spared after resisting 24 sword blows. Aventador was highlighted and even awarded for his courage in the arena in 1993.
Launched in 2011, the Lamborghini Aventador was a great success. This model managed to conciliate an extreme performance, with a top speed of 350 km/h, and mass production, 5,000 vehicles in the first five years.
On August 2, 1914 in Sanlucar de Barrameda, Veneno destroyed a young novillero by a powerful blow in the head.
Derived mainly from the Aventador and remaining homologated for the road, the Lamborghini Veneno marks nevertheless a breakthrough for the brand by integrating competition technologies for the first time. The priority given to airflow and downforce had a significant impact on the shape of the body, possibly at the expense of aesthetics.
The Lamborghini Veneno is one of the most exclusive models of the brand. The coupe was produced in 2013 in a prototype and three commercial units that had been sold before the announcement of the launch, a common practice for limited series of hypercars. Satisfied with this operation, Lamborghini manufacture a Veneno roadster in nine units in 2014.
Published after the sales, the ex factory price of the coupe was $ 4M. The roadster was worth € 3.3M excluding taxes. Customers who are frustrated at not being selected pay sometimes a higher price when one of these vehicles becomes available on second hand.
On September 29, 2019, Bonhams sold for CHF 8.3M from a lower estimate of CHF 5.2M a Veneno roadster with 325 km from new, lot 20.
A 2015 Veneno roadster with 1,780 km from new passed at SBX Cars on May 9, 2024, lot 19, and was privately sold afterward for $ 6M.
Ferrari LaFerrari
Intro
The planet turns green. The FIA cannot ignore this trend and announces for 2009 the authorization of the KERS in Formula 1. McLaren and Ferrari are getting some early success.
The KERS is a system transforming the braking energy into kinetic energy, avoiding a creation of overheating. The engines are designated as hybrids due to the addition of this electrical device to the conventional internal combustion engine, for the first time in the history of competition.
A total synergy still applies at Ferrari between the technologies from Formula One and those of the sports models. The experience of the F60 leads the brand to design the LaFerrari, a berlinetta which is irreversibly changing the high-end car market.
The performances in speed and acceleration of the LaFerrari are comparable to those of the Enzo. With a quarter-mile in less than 10 seconds, it overcomes the Porsche 918 and the Bugatti Veyron. All automakers will necessarily one day adopt the hybrid technologies. The race to the performance is started and no one can really predict how far it will go.
Unveiled in 2013 at the Auto Show in Geneva, the LaFerrari brings Ferrari's return to the top level of road legal berlinettas, a position that had been shaken in the previous years by the successive variants of the Bugatti Veyron.
The LaFerrari has a top speed of 350 Km/h comparable to the Ferrari Enzo and is less rare. 400 Enzo were produced from 2002 to 2004 and 499 LaFerrari from 2013 to 2015. It is indeed the pioneer of the hybrid propulsion for high-end vehicles beside the McLaren P1 and the Porsche 918 Spyder.
Its carefully chosen name indicates to the fans that LaFerrari is a culmination of the brand. It is however only a step. New bodies are being studied. The LaFerrari Aperta with a retractable roof will be officially unveiled this fall at the Paris Auto Show. The FXX-K variant for the track is existing since 2015.
The LaFerrari shared with most of its competitors its marketing strategy as a limited edition sold in advance of the realization, stirring in the secondary market the lust of the candidates who had arrived too late. The availability of such vehicles becomes a highly anticipated event and prices are now far exceeding the original commercial value.
The race to auction is also launched. The production of the LaFerrari was strictly limited to 499 cars, built from 2013 to January 2016. The frustration of the rejected candidates whose number is around 200 and of the latecomers is already blowing up the prices.
By setting the number of LaFerrari coupés at 499, Ferrari obviously anticipated a promotional action. The commercial production was performed from 2013 to 2015 and the 500th LaFerrari was announced in 2016.
2016 was a terrible year for Italy. The 500th coupé is the subject of a dedicated charity auction at Ferrari's initiative to help the Italian state to reconstruct the areas ravaged by the earthquakes. Its first owner will be the only one to enjoy a brand new LaFerrari without having been registered on the list of clients allowed by Ferrari before they launched the production.
The sale was managed by RM Sotheby's on December 3 in Daytona. The car was sold for $ 7M.
The KERS is a system transforming the braking energy into kinetic energy, avoiding a creation of overheating. The engines are designated as hybrids due to the addition of this electrical device to the conventional internal combustion engine, for the first time in the history of competition.
A total synergy still applies at Ferrari between the technologies from Formula One and those of the sports models. The experience of the F60 leads the brand to design the LaFerrari, a berlinetta which is irreversibly changing the high-end car market.
The performances in speed and acceleration of the LaFerrari are comparable to those of the Enzo. With a quarter-mile in less than 10 seconds, it overcomes the Porsche 918 and the Bugatti Veyron. All automakers will necessarily one day adopt the hybrid technologies. The race to the performance is started and no one can really predict how far it will go.
Unveiled in 2013 at the Auto Show in Geneva, the LaFerrari brings Ferrari's return to the top level of road legal berlinettas, a position that had been shaken in the previous years by the successive variants of the Bugatti Veyron.
The LaFerrari has a top speed of 350 Km/h comparable to the Ferrari Enzo and is less rare. 400 Enzo were produced from 2002 to 2004 and 499 LaFerrari from 2013 to 2015. It is indeed the pioneer of the hybrid propulsion for high-end vehicles beside the McLaren P1 and the Porsche 918 Spyder.
Its carefully chosen name indicates to the fans that LaFerrari is a culmination of the brand. It is however only a step. New bodies are being studied. The LaFerrari Aperta with a retractable roof will be officially unveiled this fall at the Paris Auto Show. The FXX-K variant for the track is existing since 2015.
The LaFerrari shared with most of its competitors its marketing strategy as a limited edition sold in advance of the realization, stirring in the secondary market the lust of the candidates who had arrived too late. The availability of such vehicles becomes a highly anticipated event and prices are now far exceeding the original commercial value.
The race to auction is also launched. The production of the LaFerrari was strictly limited to 499 cars, built from 2013 to January 2016. The frustration of the rejected candidates whose number is around 200 and of the latecomers is already blowing up the prices.
By setting the number of LaFerrari coupés at 499, Ferrari obviously anticipated a promotional action. The commercial production was performed from 2013 to 2015 and the 500th LaFerrari was announced in 2016.
2016 was a terrible year for Italy. The 500th coupé is the subject of a dedicated charity auction at Ferrari's initiative to help the Italian state to reconstruct the areas ravaged by the earthquakes. Its first owner will be the only one to enjoy a brand new LaFerrari without having been registered on the list of clients allowed by Ferrari before they launched the production.
The sale was managed by RM Sotheby's on December 3 in Daytona. The car was sold for $ 7M.
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2017 Aperta
2026 SOLD for $ 11M by Mecum
The LaFerrari Aperta was described as the culmination of the first 70 years of the Ferrari brand, combining in a road car the technological developments of the Formula 1 and of the hybrid propulsion not without a wink to the loyal customers of the Corse Clienti department.
This Aperta was the highly anticipated sequel to the LaFerrari coupe. Revealed in 2016 simultaneously with the end of production of the coupe, the Aperta with its open or convertible body was built in 2017 in 209 units, 9 for Ferrari's use in the celebrations of the year and 200 sold in advance by invitation according to the now usual practice for the hypercars.
Compare two 2017 LaFerrari Aperta : chassis 231972, sold for $ 11M by Mecum on January 17, 2026, lot S155, and chassis 232856, sold for $ 6.7M by RM Sotheby's on August 15, 2025, lot 133.
The two 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta examples (chassis 231972 and 232856) are both ultra-rare open-top hypercars from the limited production run of just 210 units worldwide. They represent some of the final examples built, feature Ferrari's hybrid 6.3L V12 system delivering around 949-963 hp, and have achieved very strong auction results reflecting the model's appreciating value in the collector market.
Key Comparison
This Aperta was the highly anticipated sequel to the LaFerrari coupe. Revealed in 2016 simultaneously with the end of production of the coupe, the Aperta with its open or convertible body was built in 2017 in 209 units, 9 for Ferrari's use in the celebrations of the year and 200 sold in advance by invitation according to the now usual practice for the hypercars.
Compare two 2017 LaFerrari Aperta : chassis 231972, sold for $ 11M by Mecum on January 17, 2026, lot S155, and chassis 232856, sold for $ 6.7M by RM Sotheby's on August 15, 2025, lot 133.
The two 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta examples (chassis 231972 and 232856) are both ultra-rare open-top hypercars from the limited production run of just 210 units worldwide. They represent some of the final examples built, feature Ferrari's hybrid 6.3L V12 system delivering around 949-963 hp, and have achieved very strong auction results reflecting the model's appreciating value in the collector market.
Key Comparison
- Auction and Sale Details:
- Chassis 231972: Sold by Mecum Auctions at Kissimmee 2026 (Lot S155, January 17, 2026) for $11 million (hammer price $10 million, with fees bringing it to approximately $10.5–$11M total; reported as a record for any LaFerrari Aperta at auction).
- Chassis 232856: Sold by RM Sotheby's at Monterey 2025 (Lot 133, August 15, 2025) for $6.715 million (including fees; hammer likely around $6.1M).
- Mileage / Condition:
- Chassis 231972: Extremely low at just 96 miles (essentially delivery mileage, museum/display-level preservation).
- Chassis 232856: Low but higher at around 2,072–2,300 miles (still very low for the model, described as essentially like-new with recent servicing and remaining extended warranty).
- Special Status / Provenance:
- Chassis 231972: Believed to be the very last LaFerrari Aperta produced (confirmed by a factory-installed commemorative plaque). Part of the prominent Phil Bachman Collection (sold no-reserve alongside other high-end Ferraris like a final North American LaFerrari coupe). Featured signatures from assembly line staff on the front storage lid.
- Chassis 232856: Also one of the final examples built (near the end of production but not the absolute last). Previously offered at other RM Sotheby's sales (e.g., noted in Las Vegas context), with strong documented history.
- Exterior / Paint:
- Chassis 231972: Giallo Triplo Strato (triple-layer yellow) with a thin Italian flag stripe on the nose (a special order touch from the collector).
- Chassis 232856: Nero Daytona (black) with Rosso (red) pinstripes / 70th anniversary trim accents.
- Interior:
- Chassis 231972: Pelle Nera (black) with Giallo (yellow) accents — more subtle contrast.
- Chassis 232856: Nero (black) with Rosso (red) elements — matching the exterior accents.
- Options / Equipment:
- Both included desirable factory options like carbon-fiber hardtops and exterior packages.
- Chassis 232856: Window sticker noted over $113,000 in extras (e.g., carbon-fiber hardtop, carbon exterior package).
- Chassis 231972: Featured the removable carbon-fiber hardtop and triple-layer paint; also had Rosso brake calipers and silver wheels.
- Other Notes:
- Both are US-spec examples.
- Chassis 231972 had additional personalization (e.g., Italian flag nose stripe, staff signatures).
- Market context: LaFerrari Aperta values have risen sharply; the 2025 sale was strong but the 2026 result reflects even hotter demand for ultra-low-mile, historically significant examples (especially post-record sales in the Ferrari hypercar segment).
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2017 the final Aperta
2017 SOLD for € 8.3M by RM Sotheby's
The LaFerrari Aperta was described as the culmination of the first 70 years of the Ferrari brand, combining in a road car the technological developments of the Formula 1 and of the hybrid propulsion not without a wink to the loyal customers of the Corse Clienti department.
This Aperta was the highly anticipated sequel to the LaFerrari coupe. Revealed in 2016 simultaneously with the end of production of the coupe, the Aperta with its open or convertible body was built in 2017 in 209 units, 9 for Ferrari's use in the celebrations of the year and 200 sold in advance by invitation according to the now usual process for the hypercars.
The first and last cars in a series are specifically observed by specialists. The first may be closest to the prototype. The last benefits from all the improvements developed during the production phase. The final car of the higher-end Ferrari models is now the subject of a specific charity operation.
The 400th Enzo was presented by Ferrari in January 2005 to Pope John Paul II who immediately entrusted its sale to RM Auctions to help the victims of the tsunami in Southeast Asia. It was sold by its next owner with 179 Km from new for $ 6M at RM Sotheby's on August 13, 2015.
The 500th and last LaFerrari coupe was the subject of a single lot sale jointly organized by RM Sotheby's and by Ferrari on December 3, 2016 to help the victims of earthquakes in Italy. It was sold for $ 7M.
Announced after the end of production of the first 209 cars, the 210th and final LaFerrari Aperta is the last lot of RM Sotheby's sale in the Ferrari plant in Maranello on September 9, 2017. This car still to be produced will not be exhibited at the sale. It was sold for € 8.3M from an estimate beyond € 3M, lot 154.
Just before the sale the catalogue provides the additional information as follows :
"RM Sotheby’s and Ferrari are pleased to announce that all of the proceeds of this lot will be donated to Save the Children. This lot will also be sold without buyer's premium.
"This LaFerrari Aperta will be finished in a one-of-a-kind livery in stunning metallic Rosso Fuoco with a metallic Bianco Italia double racing stripe on the bonnet and rear deck. The interior will be trimmed in black Alcantara with red leather inserts on the seats, red stitching, and glossy black carbon fiber trim."
This Aperta was the highly anticipated sequel to the LaFerrari coupe. Revealed in 2016 simultaneously with the end of production of the coupe, the Aperta with its open or convertible body was built in 2017 in 209 units, 9 for Ferrari's use in the celebrations of the year and 200 sold in advance by invitation according to the now usual process for the hypercars.
The first and last cars in a series are specifically observed by specialists. The first may be closest to the prototype. The last benefits from all the improvements developed during the production phase. The final car of the higher-end Ferrari models is now the subject of a specific charity operation.
The 400th Enzo was presented by Ferrari in January 2005 to Pope John Paul II who immediately entrusted its sale to RM Auctions to help the victims of the tsunami in Southeast Asia. It was sold by its next owner with 179 Km from new for $ 6M at RM Sotheby's on August 13, 2015.
The 500th and last LaFerrari coupe was the subject of a single lot sale jointly organized by RM Sotheby's and by Ferrari on December 3, 2016 to help the victims of earthquakes in Italy. It was sold for $ 7M.
Announced after the end of production of the first 209 cars, the 210th and final LaFerrari Aperta is the last lot of RM Sotheby's sale in the Ferrari plant in Maranello on September 9, 2017. This car still to be produced will not be exhibited at the sale. It was sold for € 8.3M from an estimate beyond € 3M, lot 154.
Just before the sale the catalogue provides the additional information as follows :
"RM Sotheby’s and Ferrari are pleased to announce that all of the proceeds of this lot will be donated to Save the Children. This lot will also be sold without buyer's premium.
"This LaFerrari Aperta will be finished in a one-of-a-kind livery in stunning metallic Rosso Fuoco with a metallic Bianco Italia double racing stripe on the bonnet and rear deck. The interior will be trimmed in black Alcantara with red leather inserts on the seats, red stitching, and glossy black carbon fiber trim."
2018 Ferrari FXX K Evo
2026 SOLD for € 7M by Gooding Christie's
Compare two Ferrari FXX K : 2015 upgraded to Evo in 2017 (sold by RM Sotheby's on November 1, 2025, lot 150) and 2018 Evo (sold for € 7M from a lower estimate of € 5.5M on January 29, 2026 by Gooding Christie's at Rétromobile Paris, lot 40).
Overview
The two Ferrari FXX K Evo models in question are both track-only hypercars from Ferrari's exclusive XX Programme, derived from the LaFerrari but optimized for non-competitive track use with enhanced hybrid powertrains, aerodynamics, and telemetry. The first is a 2015 FXX K upgraded to Evo specifications in 2017, while the second is a factory-built 2018 Evo. They share core engineering but differ in build history, usage, condition, and market context. The 2015 model was sold at RM Sotheby's London auction on November 1, 2025, for £4,730,000. The 2018 model is scheduled for sale at Gooding & Company's Rétromobile Paris auction on January 29, 2026, with an estimate of €5,500,000–€6,500,000 (without reserve).
Key Comparison
Chassis Number
upgraded in 2017 : ZFF84DXX000212002
2018 : ZFF84DXX000242785
Production/Upgrade YearB
upgraded in 2017 : Built 2015; upgraded to Evo in 2017
2018 : Built 2018 as factory Evo
Programme Designation
upgraded in 2017 : Originally #61; renumbered #90 post-upgrade
2018 : Not specified
Ownership History
upgraded in 2017 : Two private owners; delivered new in 2015, acquired by current owner in May 2018 via Lake Forest Sports Cars
2018 : Single owner; offered directly to select Ferrari clients
Mileage
upgraded in 2017 : 5,722 km (only 61 km since Evo upgrade; engine 213 km, gearbox 96 km post-upgrade)
2018 : 95 km (all at Fiorano by Ferrari technicians)
Usage & History
upgraded in 2017 : Participated in Corse Clienti events (2016–2017 seasons); displayed at Hampton Court Concours d’Elegance in September 2025; maintained by Ferrari
2018 : Never used in XX Programme events; only factory shakedown (80 km in 2018) and maintenance drive (15 km in March 2025); serviced by Ferrari in July 2025 (€145,000+ in invoices)
Condition
upgraded in 2017 : Fastidiously maintained with low wear (front brakes 6%, rear 0%); significant track life remaining
2018 : Essentially as-new; exclusively driven by Ferrari technicians; includes wheeled accessory boxes
Exterior/Interior Finish
upgraded in 2017 : Bianco Italia with Rosso Fuoco and Argento accents / Nero AlcantaraNero / 2018 : Nero Alcantara
Powertrain Specs
upgraded in 2017 : 6.3L V-12 (848 hp) + HY-KERS electric motor (187 hp) = 1,035 hp total; 7-speed dual-clutch; carbon-ceramic brakes; ~1,255 kg weight
2018 : 6.3L V-12 (860 hp) + HY-KERS electric motor (190 hp) = 1,050 hp total; 7-speed dual-clutch; carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes; similar weight with carbon fiber optimizations
Aerodynamics & Features
upgraded in 2017 : Evo upgrades: Fixed full-width rear wing, redesigned brake intakes, two-part nose splitter, vertical fins; 23% more downforce than standard FXX K, 75% more than LaFerrari; Manettino with four hybrid modes; Fiorano lap ~1:14
2018 : Factory Evo: Fixed rear wing over dual fins, reprofiled diffuser, sharper front; 640 kg downforce at 200 km/h (23% over standard FXX K, ~75% over LaFerrari); F1-inspired steering wheel with hybrid controls; refined telemetry, differential, and energy recovery systems
Auction Details
upgraded in 2017 : Sold for £4,730,000 at RM Sotheby's London (Lot 150, November 1, 2025)
2018 : Estimated €5,500,000–€6,500,000 at Gooding & Company Rétromobile Paris (Lot 40, January 29, 2026)
Detailed Insights
Overview
The two Ferrari FXX K Evo models in question are both track-only hypercars from Ferrari's exclusive XX Programme, derived from the LaFerrari but optimized for non-competitive track use with enhanced hybrid powertrains, aerodynamics, and telemetry. The first is a 2015 FXX K upgraded to Evo specifications in 2017, while the second is a factory-built 2018 Evo. They share core engineering but differ in build history, usage, condition, and market context. The 2015 model was sold at RM Sotheby's London auction on November 1, 2025, for £4,730,000. The 2018 model is scheduled for sale at Gooding & Company's Rétromobile Paris auction on January 29, 2026, with an estimate of €5,500,000–€6,500,000 (without reserve).
Key Comparison
Chassis Number
upgraded in 2017 : ZFF84DXX000212002
2018 : ZFF84DXX000242785
Production/Upgrade YearB
upgraded in 2017 : Built 2015; upgraded to Evo in 2017
2018 : Built 2018 as factory Evo
Programme Designation
upgraded in 2017 : Originally #61; renumbered #90 post-upgrade
2018 : Not specified
Ownership History
upgraded in 2017 : Two private owners; delivered new in 2015, acquired by current owner in May 2018 via Lake Forest Sports Cars
2018 : Single owner; offered directly to select Ferrari clients
Mileage
upgraded in 2017 : 5,722 km (only 61 km since Evo upgrade; engine 213 km, gearbox 96 km post-upgrade)
2018 : 95 km (all at Fiorano by Ferrari technicians)
Usage & History
upgraded in 2017 : Participated in Corse Clienti events (2016–2017 seasons); displayed at Hampton Court Concours d’Elegance in September 2025; maintained by Ferrari
2018 : Never used in XX Programme events; only factory shakedown (80 km in 2018) and maintenance drive (15 km in March 2025); serviced by Ferrari in July 2025 (€145,000+ in invoices)
Condition
upgraded in 2017 : Fastidiously maintained with low wear (front brakes 6%, rear 0%); significant track life remaining
2018 : Essentially as-new; exclusively driven by Ferrari technicians; includes wheeled accessory boxes
Exterior/Interior Finish
upgraded in 2017 : Bianco Italia with Rosso Fuoco and Argento accents / Nero AlcantaraNero / 2018 : Nero Alcantara
Powertrain Specs
upgraded in 2017 : 6.3L V-12 (848 hp) + HY-KERS electric motor (187 hp) = 1,035 hp total; 7-speed dual-clutch; carbon-ceramic brakes; ~1,255 kg weight
2018 : 6.3L V-12 (860 hp) + HY-KERS electric motor (190 hp) = 1,050 hp total; 7-speed dual-clutch; carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes; similar weight with carbon fiber optimizations
Aerodynamics & Features
upgraded in 2017 : Evo upgrades: Fixed full-width rear wing, redesigned brake intakes, two-part nose splitter, vertical fins; 23% more downforce than standard FXX K, 75% more than LaFerrari; Manettino with four hybrid modes; Fiorano lap ~1:14
2018 : Factory Evo: Fixed rear wing over dual fins, reprofiled diffuser, sharper front; 640 kg downforce at 200 km/h (23% over standard FXX K, ~75% over LaFerrari); F1-inspired steering wheel with hybrid controls; refined telemetry, differential, and energy recovery systems
Auction Details
upgraded in 2017 : Sold for £4,730,000 at RM Sotheby's London (Lot 150, November 1, 2025)
2018 : Estimated €5,500,000–€6,500,000 at Gooding & Company Rétromobile Paris (Lot 40, January 29, 2026)
Detailed Insights
- Similarities: Both exemplify the pinnacle of Ferrari's hybrid-era track cars, with V-12 engines augmented by HY-KERS systems for over 1,000 hp. They feature advanced aerodynamics (e.g., generating massive downforce), carbon fiber construction for weight savings, and Manettino selectors for hybrid modes (Qualify, Long Run, Manual Boost, Fast Charge). As XX Programme vehicles, they were designed for client-driven development sessions at Ferrari-supported track events, focusing on telemetry and performance refinement rather than racing or road use. Production was limited (around 40–60 total FXX K/Evo units across models), making them ultra-exclusive.
- Differences: The 2015 model started as a standard FXX K and received the Evo package retrofit, which included aerodynamic enhancements like a larger rear wing and improved underbody channels. It has seen real track time in official events, offering a "broken-in" appeal with proven reliability but higher mileage. In contrast, the 2018 is a pure factory Evo, incorporating all updates from the outset (e.g., refined cockpit displays and algorithms), and its minimal, technician-only use positions it as a near-mint collector's piece with untapped potential. The color schemes reflect different aesthetics: the 2015's white with red/silver accents for a vibrant look, versus the 2018's all-black for stealth.
- Market Context: The 2015's sale price reflects its upgraded status and moderate use in a strong market for hypercars. The 2018's higher estimate may stem from its factory originality, lower mileage, and "as-new" condition, potentially appealing to buyers seeking a pristine example amid rising values for XX Programme cars. Exchange rates as of early 2026 put £4.73M roughly at €5.5M, aligning the realized price closely with the 2018's low-end estimate.
Bugatti
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2020 Divo
2025 SOLD for $ 8.6M by Bonhams
The Divo was revealed by Bugatti during the 2018 Monterey Car Week. Divo was a racing driver who twice won the Targa Florio for Bugatti in the 1920s. It is also the Italian word for Star. The original net price tag was € 5 millions.
A two door coupe road legal car focused on track performances, the Divo comes in the follow of the Chiron of which it kept the W16 turbocharged 8 liter engine. A weight saving and a massive rear wing enabled to improve its comfort and its driving enjoyment. The top speed is electronically limited to 380 km/h. The power output is unchanged from the Chiron at 1,479 hp.
40 units were assembled at Molsheim in 2020 and 2021, with Bugatti also in charge of the coach building. They were sold out in a single day to Chiron owners solicited by the company. A nice elephant insignia on a passenger's seat is a tribute to Rembrandt Bugatti, Ettore's younger brother.
The first Divo offered at auction was sold for $ 8.6M from a lower estimate of $ 7M by Bonhams on August 15, 2025, lot 196. It had been assembled in 2020 and exported to the USA. It is 800 miles from new at the time of cataloging.
A two door coupe road legal car focused on track performances, the Divo comes in the follow of the Chiron of which it kept the W16 turbocharged 8 liter engine. A weight saving and a massive rear wing enabled to improve its comfort and its driving enjoyment. The top speed is electronically limited to 380 km/h. The power output is unchanged from the Chiron at 1,479 hp.
40 units were assembled at Molsheim in 2020 and 2021, with Bugatti also in charge of the coach building. They were sold out in a single day to Chiron owners solicited by the company. A nice elephant insignia on a passenger's seat is a tribute to Rembrandt Bugatti, Ettore's younger brother.
The first Divo offered at auction was sold for $ 8.6M from a lower estimate of $ 7M by Bonhams on August 15, 2025, lot 196. It had been assembled in 2020 and exported to the USA. It is 800 miles from new at the time of cataloging.
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2022 Chiron Profilée
2023 SOLD for € 9.8M by RM Sotheby's
The performances of the supercars are more and more amazing. These road going models now arrive at auction in the months following the first deliveries. After the Bugatti Veyron, the LaFerrari and the LaFerrari Aperta came the Bugatti Chiron.
The Chiron has the same engine as the Veyron, 8 liters with 16 cylinders in W. For the rest it benefits from all the improvements imagined by the brand in its ten years of experience of the Veyron. It is taller and wider, for a better comfort and an impeccable handling up to the highest speed and in braking.
The top speed of the Chiron was early electronically limited to 420 km/h for remaining below the critical threshold of tire wear but the brand lets know that studies are ongoing to go faster. At maximum speed the fuel tank gets dry in 7 minutes. Driven on the road by Juan Pablo Montoya, a Chiron was timed in 41.96 seconds on the maneuver 0 - 400 km/h - 0, over a total distance of only 3,112 m. The story will not stop at that point. These Bugatti records were beaten or threatened by Koenigsegg.
The model had been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016 and a total production target of 500 vehicles was announced, to be spread over several years starting in 2017. For that first year it is estimated that 70 Chiron have been delivered.
The first Chiron exported to the USA was sold for $ 3.8M by RM Sotheby's on December 6, 2017, lot 137. Not yet registered, it had only run at that time the 400 km of its factory tests. It is titled 2018. A Chiron with less than 1,000 Km from new was sold for € 3,3M by RM Sotheby's on February 7, 2018, lot 151.
The variant Super Sport 300+ of the Bugatti Chiron is so named because it was in 2019 the first road going car to break the 300 mph speed threshold when a prototype driven by Andy Wallace reached 490 km/h (304.7 mph) at Volkswagen's test facility.
The basic Chiron body has been extended of 25 cm in the tail and streamlined for an improved balance between low drag and downforce. It is powered by a 8 liter quad-turbocharged W-16 Bugatti engine in the follow of the Veyron and previous Chirons.
A production run of 30 Super Sport 300+ was marketed in 2021 and made in 2022. The 9th is one of the eight destined for the USA. It was sold for $ 5.2M by Bonhams on January 25, 2024, lot 42. It had not been used since the factory testing. The 18th was sold for £ 4.2M by RM Sotheby's on November 5, 2022, lot 133. It has been finished in black and orange outside and inside and delivered to its first owner in January 2022. It is 2,280 km from new.
Made in 2022, the Pur Sport variant is the ultimate sub-series of the Chiron. It is limited to 60 units. The Pur Sport is 50 kg lighter than the basic Chiron. Its new features include larger air intakes and a huge fixed wing which extends over 1.90 m to generate even more aerodynamic downforce. The exhaust has been revised in titanium and produced using a 3D30 printer. New Michelin tires provide an increase in lateral grip.
The maximum speed is increased to 6,900 rpm and the gearbox ratios are shortened by 15%. Acceleration values are improved with 0 to 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in 5.5 seconds and 0 to 300 km/h in less than 12 seconds. The top speed is limited to 350 km/h, a little less than a basic Chiron. The original price tag was around € 3 million.
One of them reading less than 400 miles on the odometer was sold for $ 4.05M by Broad Arrow on March 1, 2024, lot 145.
The Bugatti Chiron met in 2022 its original target of 500 units using an 8 liter W-16 engine of the brand, modified from the Veyron. The company confirmed that it is terminated at 500.
In its six year history the Chiron had several variants made in small series for experiencing an improved speed, agility, aerodynamics, elegance. For example the Super Sport 300+ which reached an unprecedented speed for a road going car had a production run of 30 cars, in 2021 and 2022.
Built in 2022, the Bugatti Chiron Profilée is a one-off associating the driving agility of the 2020 Chiron Pur Sport with a touring elegance. This concept car has an improved airflow management and a newly developed exterior sky blue finish named Argent Atlantique, superbly associated with the bleu roi of the lower part of the body.
Consigned by Bugatti to RM Sotheby's as the last Chiron to be sold, the Profilée was sold for € 9.8M from a lower estimate of € 4.2M on February 1, 2023, lot 177, being at that time the most expensive new car model sold at auction.
It was available on a bill of sale only, in the class of European single type approval, with VAT applied to the full purchase price. Only driven for its testing, this car announced with an electronically limited top speed of 380 km/h has less than 400 km from new.
It is announced as the fastest accelerating of all Chiron models, capable of reaching 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds and 300 km/h in 12.4 seconds. Whether this performance is or not achieved, we cannot believe that the engineering of the Profilée will not be re-used.
The image of the Profilée is shared by Wikimedia with attribution Pelicanactor, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
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SOLD: The first and only “pre-series” @Bugatti Chiron Profilée for €9,792,500 #RMParis
The Chiron has the same engine as the Veyron, 8 liters with 16 cylinders in W. For the rest it benefits from all the improvements imagined by the brand in its ten years of experience of the Veyron. It is taller and wider, for a better comfort and an impeccable handling up to the highest speed and in braking.
The top speed of the Chiron was early electronically limited to 420 km/h for remaining below the critical threshold of tire wear but the brand lets know that studies are ongoing to go faster. At maximum speed the fuel tank gets dry in 7 minutes. Driven on the road by Juan Pablo Montoya, a Chiron was timed in 41.96 seconds on the maneuver 0 - 400 km/h - 0, over a total distance of only 3,112 m. The story will not stop at that point. These Bugatti records were beaten or threatened by Koenigsegg.
The model had been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016 and a total production target of 500 vehicles was announced, to be spread over several years starting in 2017. For that first year it is estimated that 70 Chiron have been delivered.
The first Chiron exported to the USA was sold for $ 3.8M by RM Sotheby's on December 6, 2017, lot 137. Not yet registered, it had only run at that time the 400 km of its factory tests. It is titled 2018. A Chiron with less than 1,000 Km from new was sold for € 3,3M by RM Sotheby's on February 7, 2018, lot 151.
The variant Super Sport 300+ of the Bugatti Chiron is so named because it was in 2019 the first road going car to break the 300 mph speed threshold when a prototype driven by Andy Wallace reached 490 km/h (304.7 mph) at Volkswagen's test facility.
The basic Chiron body has been extended of 25 cm in the tail and streamlined for an improved balance between low drag and downforce. It is powered by a 8 liter quad-turbocharged W-16 Bugatti engine in the follow of the Veyron and previous Chirons.
A production run of 30 Super Sport 300+ was marketed in 2021 and made in 2022. The 9th is one of the eight destined for the USA. It was sold for $ 5.2M by Bonhams on January 25, 2024, lot 42. It had not been used since the factory testing. The 18th was sold for £ 4.2M by RM Sotheby's on November 5, 2022, lot 133. It has been finished in black and orange outside and inside and delivered to its first owner in January 2022. It is 2,280 km from new.
Made in 2022, the Pur Sport variant is the ultimate sub-series of the Chiron. It is limited to 60 units. The Pur Sport is 50 kg lighter than the basic Chiron. Its new features include larger air intakes and a huge fixed wing which extends over 1.90 m to generate even more aerodynamic downforce. The exhaust has been revised in titanium and produced using a 3D30 printer. New Michelin tires provide an increase in lateral grip.
The maximum speed is increased to 6,900 rpm and the gearbox ratios are shortened by 15%. Acceleration values are improved with 0 to 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in 5.5 seconds and 0 to 300 km/h in less than 12 seconds. The top speed is limited to 350 km/h, a little less than a basic Chiron. The original price tag was around € 3 million.
One of them reading less than 400 miles on the odometer was sold for $ 4.05M by Broad Arrow on March 1, 2024, lot 145.
The Bugatti Chiron met in 2022 its original target of 500 units using an 8 liter W-16 engine of the brand, modified from the Veyron. The company confirmed that it is terminated at 500.
In its six year history the Chiron had several variants made in small series for experiencing an improved speed, agility, aerodynamics, elegance. For example the Super Sport 300+ which reached an unprecedented speed for a road going car had a production run of 30 cars, in 2021 and 2022.
Built in 2022, the Bugatti Chiron Profilée is a one-off associating the driving agility of the 2020 Chiron Pur Sport with a touring elegance. This concept car has an improved airflow management and a newly developed exterior sky blue finish named Argent Atlantique, superbly associated with the bleu roi of the lower part of the body.
Consigned by Bugatti to RM Sotheby's as the last Chiron to be sold, the Profilée was sold for € 9.8M from a lower estimate of € 4.2M on February 1, 2023, lot 177, being at that time the most expensive new car model sold at auction.
It was available on a bill of sale only, in the class of European single type approval, with VAT applied to the full purchase price. Only driven for its testing, this car announced with an electronically limited top speed of 380 km/h has less than 400 km from new.
It is announced as the fastest accelerating of all Chiron models, capable of reaching 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds and 300 km/h in 12.4 seconds. Whether this performance is or not achieved, we cannot believe that the engineering of the Profilée will not be re-used.
The image of the Profilée is shared by Wikimedia with attribution Pelicanactor, CC BY-SA 4.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0>, via Wikimedia Commons
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SOLD: The first and only “pre-series” @Bugatti Chiron Profilée for €9,792,500 #RMParis
- The Bugatti Chiron Profilée, sold for €9,792,500 by RM Sotheby's in 2023, is a one-off pre-series model, a rare category of vehicles built before full production to test design and manufacturing, with only a handful ever reaching auction, highlighting its exclusivity.
- This sale reflects a growing trend in the luxury car market, where pre-production models fetch premium prices due to their scarcity and appeal to collectors, supported by a 2022 study from the International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management showing a 15% annual increase in high-end car auction values since 2018.
- The car's display at the RM Paris auction, possibly in a museum-like setting, nods to its artistic value, aligning with Bugatti's history of blending automotive engineering with bespoke craftsmanship, a legacy tracing back to Ettore Bugatti's early 20th-century designs.
2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3
2025 SOLD for $ 26M by RM Sotheby's
The Icona Series was started by Ferrari in 2018. The models are bringing the recent technologies to historical racing models of the brand. All units are sold by allocation.
The 3rd speciale is the Daytona SP3, inspired from the 330 P4 prototype model that finished 1-2-3 at the 1967 24 hours of Daytona. 599 cars were built from 2022 on the LaFerrari Aperta chassis.
The body is semi convertible in the Targa style, with butterfly doors. The 6.5 liter engine, shared with the 812 Superfast, is a return by the brand to the naturally aspirated V12. The car reaches 200 km/h in 7.4 seconds. The original price tag was $ 2.25 million.
The 600th SP3 in a one off developed and built in 2025 from US specification by Ferrari Tailor Made customization department. Its chassis is numbered 599+1. The two tone livery features the Ferrari logotype.
It was sold for $ 26M from an estimate in excess of $ 3.5M by RM Sotheby's on August 16, 2025, lot 248, with all proceeds to benefit the Ferrari public charity foundation. Buyer's premium is not applied.
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Relive the full, uncut moment the Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘Tailor Made’ rocketed to a record-breaking $26,000,000 at RM Sotheby’s Monterey 2025. From the opening call to the final hammer, follow every bid as collectors from around the world battle for one of Maranello’s most coveted...
The 3rd speciale is the Daytona SP3, inspired from the 330 P4 prototype model that finished 1-2-3 at the 1967 24 hours of Daytona. 599 cars were built from 2022 on the LaFerrari Aperta chassis.
The body is semi convertible in the Targa style, with butterfly doors. The 6.5 liter engine, shared with the 812 Superfast, is a return by the brand to the naturally aspirated V12. The car reaches 200 km/h in 7.4 seconds. The original price tag was $ 2.25 million.
The 600th SP3 in a one off developed and built in 2025 from US specification by Ferrari Tailor Made customization department. Its chassis is numbered 599+1. The two tone livery features the Ferrari logotype.
It was sold for $ 26M from an estimate in excess of $ 3.5M by RM Sotheby's on August 16, 2025, lot 248, with all proceeds to benefit the Ferrari public charity foundation. Buyer's premium is not applied.
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RM Sotheby's
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Aug 19 9:32
Relive the full, uncut moment the Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘Tailor Made’ rocketed to a record-breaking $26,000,000 at RM Sotheby’s Monterey 2025. From the opening call to the final hammer, follow every bid as collectors from around the world battle for one of Maranello’s most coveted...
- The X post by RM Sotheby's documents the record-breaking auction of a 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘Tailor Made’ for $26,000,000 during the Monterey 2025 event, highlighting its status as the highest-priced new Ferrari ever sold at auction, a significant milestone in the collector car market.
- The auction, part of RM Sotheby's annual Monterey sale, underscores the car's exclusivity and bespoke customization, featuring a unique two-tone carbon-fibre finish and Giallo Modena body, which aligns with Ferrari's Icona Series aimed at reimagining iconic models with modern technology and design.
- The proceeds from the sale benefit The Ferrari Foundation, supporting global educational initiatives, reflecting a trend where high-value auctions of luxury items increasingly contribute to charitable causes, as seen in similar high-profile sales where philanthropy intersects with luxury and exclusivity.
2025 Gordon Murray S1 LM
2025 SOLD for $ 20.6M by RM Sotheby's
Gordon Murray had been the lead designer of the McLaren F1, an automotive masterpiece far ahead of its time. Founded in 2007, his design company obtained in 2017 the official manufacturer status as Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA).
An S1 LM built in 2025 by GMA was sold for $ 20.6M by RM Sotheby's on November 21, 2025, lot 1.
Unveiled at the 2025 The Quail, the S1 LM is a Gordon Murray Special Vehicles Project and is not affiliated with McLaren.
Post sale X post by RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys
The first Gordon Murray S1 LM commission represents something very few modern machines can claim. A direct successor to the McLaren F1 LM, created with a singular purpose. To honor the greatest achievement in Murray’s career and to build the purest expression of his philosophy. Only five S1 LMs will ever exist. This first commission includes a full collaborative build with Gordon Murray and development driver Dario Franchitti. It carries the traits that define the S1 LM. A 4.3 liter Cosworth V12 producing 700 horsepower at 12,100 rpm. A six speed manual gearbox. A targeted dry weight of 957 kilograms. Carbon fiber surfaces shaped for efficiency and feel, with gold wrapped Inconel exhaust work that recalls the original F1.
The car is more than engineering. Murray created the S1 LM during his battle with cancer, describing it as a reminder of why he builds cars. That personal connection, combined with its lineage to the McLaren F1 LM, fuels its importance among collectors.
During live bidding in Las Vegas, the S1 LM was flown above the city beneath a helicopter, creating one of the most dramatic auction scenes in recent memory.
The result stands as the most expensive new car ever sold at auction, excluding charitable sales. The final price reached $20,630,000 USD.
Asking Grok the S1 LM performance specs :
The Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) S1 LM is a ultra-limited (5 units only) bespoke hypercar from GMA's Special Vehicles division. It serves as a modern homage to the McLaren F1 LM, built on the T.50 platform with enhanced track-focused upgrades, a retro-inspired Le Mans aesthetic, and further mechanical refinements.
Key Performance Specifications
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RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys Nov 20
A supercar born from survival. Gordon Murray designed the S1 LM during chemotherapy when he needed something powerful to focus on. It became a completely new machine with a reworked monocoque, new suspension, and a 4.3 litre V12. The winning bidder will take home the first
An S1 LM built in 2025 by GMA was sold for $ 20.6M by RM Sotheby's on November 21, 2025, lot 1.
Unveiled at the 2025 The Quail, the S1 LM is a Gordon Murray Special Vehicles Project and is not affiliated with McLaren.
Post sale X post by RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys
The first Gordon Murray S1 LM commission represents something very few modern machines can claim. A direct successor to the McLaren F1 LM, created with a singular purpose. To honor the greatest achievement in Murray’s career and to build the purest expression of his philosophy. Only five S1 LMs will ever exist. This first commission includes a full collaborative build with Gordon Murray and development driver Dario Franchitti. It carries the traits that define the S1 LM. A 4.3 liter Cosworth V12 producing 700 horsepower at 12,100 rpm. A six speed manual gearbox. A targeted dry weight of 957 kilograms. Carbon fiber surfaces shaped for efficiency and feel, with gold wrapped Inconel exhaust work that recalls the original F1.
The car is more than engineering. Murray created the S1 LM during his battle with cancer, describing it as a reminder of why he builds cars. That personal connection, combined with its lineage to the McLaren F1 LM, fuels its importance among collectors.
During live bidding in Las Vegas, the S1 LM was flown above the city beneath a helicopter, creating one of the most dramatic auction scenes in recent memory.
The result stands as the most expensive new car ever sold at auction, excluding charitable sales. The final price reached $20,630,000 USD.
Asking Grok the S1 LM performance specs :
The Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) S1 LM is a ultra-limited (5 units only) bespoke hypercar from GMA's Special Vehicles division. It serves as a modern homage to the McLaren F1 LM, built on the T.50 platform with enhanced track-focused upgrades, a retro-inspired Le Mans aesthetic, and further mechanical refinements.
Key Performance Specifications
- Engine — Bespoke Cosworth GMA 4.3-liter naturally aspirated V12 (bored-out from the T.50's 4.0L unit), higher compression ratio, lighter internals
- Power — >700 hp (approximately 710–725 hp; exact figure not publicly disclosed but positioned between the road T.50's 663 hp and T.50s track car's ~725–730 hp)
- Torque — Not publicly specified (n/a in official releases; focus is on high-revving power delivery rather than low-end torque)
- Redline — 12,100 rpm
- Transmission — 6-speed manual (bespoke setup using T.50s gearbox casing with T.50 internals for "rifle-bolt" short throws)
- Drivetrain — Rear-wheel drive
- Weight — ~997 kg (dry/kerb; significantly lighter than the standard T.50's 1,008 kg due to extensive lightweighting)
- Power-to-Weight Ratio — >700 hp/tonne (superior to the T.50 and approaching the track-only T.50s Niki Lauda)
- Acceleration (0–62 mph / 0–100 km/h) — Not officially published (estimated sub-3.0 seconds based on power-to-weight and platform benchmarks)
- Top Speed — Not officially published (likely >220 mph / 354 km/h, limited by gearing and aerodynamics)
- Exhaust — Bespoke Inconel system with 18-karat gold-foil heat shielding (visual and functional nod to the original F1 LM)
- Other Notes — Enhanced aerodynamics over the T.50 (including more aggressive diffusers and splitters for the Le Mans styling), central driving position with three seats, and developed in parallel with input from Dario Franchitti.
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RM Sotheby's @rmsothebys Nov 20
A supercar born from survival. Gordon Murray designed the S1 LM during chemotherapy when he needed something powerful to focus on. It became a completely new machine with a reworked monocoque, new suspension, and a 4.3 litre V12. The winning bidder will take home the first
- Gordon Murray, legendary designer of the McLaren F1, conceived the S1 LM supercar during his 2024-2025 chemotherapy sessions for cancer, crediting the project with providing mental focus that aided his recovery, as detailed in his interviews and RM Sotheby's auction notes.
- The S1 LM evolves the T.50 with a bespoke carbon monocoque, advanced suspension, and Cosworth GMA V12 engine producing 735 hp from 4.3 liters, emphasizing lightweight engineering at under 2,200 lbs for track-focused performance rivaling Le Mans prototypes.
- Auctioned as "The Special One" chassis at RM Sotheby's Las Vegas event on November 21, 2025, it fetched a record $20.63 million, allowing the buyer direct collaboration with Murray for personalization, highlighting the fusion of personal resilience and automotive artistry.
