Striking Early Entries For RM Auction

Series of important Ferraris headline early consignments for RM Auctions’ 12th annual ‘Automobiles of Amelia Island’ event, March 13th, 2010.
RM Auctions, the official auction house of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, is thrilled to announce the consignment of a magnificent 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Alloy Berlinetta Featuring coachwork by Scaglietti, the rare 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Alloy Berlinetta was displayed as Luigi Chinetti’s show car at the 1967 New York Auto Show before finding its way into private ownership. Finished in the unusual color of ‘Nocciola’ with a black interior, it has been recently restored by its current, long-term owner, a Ferrari authority who has carefully maintained the car over the past 30 years. Fitted with a number of desirable options, including air conditioning, power windows and Borrani wire wheels, this magnificent example has participated in various Ferrari Club of America sanctioned events.



“Over the past 11 years, RM has established a proven track record of strong performance at Amelia Island, selling over 25 million-dollar-plus vehicles as well as setting numerous new records,” says Ian Kelleher, President and Chief Operating Officer of RM Auctions.

“We are delighted that the long-term owner of this superb, alloy-bodied Ferrari 275 GTB/4 has entrusted us with its sale at our upcoming Amelia Island event,” adds Kelleher. “Well-presented and maintained, it is ready for any show, rally or track event.”

For discerning Ferrari aficionados, other early Ferraris consignments include a striking 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Berlinetta and a low mileage 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider. Considered one of the best and most correct examples extant, the 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Berlinetta is stunning in its spectacular Fly Yellow / Black color scheme and has received multiple general concours and Ferrari Club of America awards, including ‘Coppa Bella Machina’ and Platinum in 2006 – 2009 competitions. The 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spider, also finished in Fly Yellow, boasts just three documented owners from new, including Mr. Edsel Ford II. The recipient of a full professional body and paint restoration, this example is an ideal candidate for a successful concours career with its next caretaker.

In total, some 100 automobiles are set to cross the block during the single-day auction, which will again act as a prelude to this year’s world famous Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.

“A popular and established event on our annual calendar, we look forward to returning to Amelia Island’s prestigious Ritz-Carlton Hotel in March to build on our past results and celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance,” he adds.


About RM Auctions
RM Auctions, the official auction house of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, is the world's largest auction house for quality automobiles. With over three decades of experience in the collector car industry, RM's vertically integrated range of services, from restoration to private treaty sales, auctions, estate planning and financial services, coupled with an expert team of car specialists and international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. RM proudly holds five of the top 10 – and more significantly, four of the top five – all time records for the most expensive motor cars sold at auction. RM’s restoration division has achieved unprecedented accolades earning “Best of Show” honors at the world’s top concours events. For further information, visit www.rmauctions.com.

About The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is one of the nation's most innovative vintage auto events featuring over 250 rare classics from seldom-seen private collections worldwide. The show is scheduled for March 12-14, 2010 at The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. The show’s foundation has donated nearly $1.6 million to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc. since 1996. For more information, visit www.ameliaconcours.org or call +1 904-636-0027.