2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz E V12

The 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz E V12 otherwise known as the “Brabus” is one of the best and high performing sedans available in the commercial market thru the efforts of its developers, particularly the Mercedes franchise. With a very powerful 6.3 liter V12 engine, it can truly boast of its almighty strength amidst any kind of situation whether it is on the road or off the road. It has twin turbochargers as its aspiration together with a very powerful 788 hp or horsepower of capability and a 125.1 hp per liter feature. It can accelerate from zero up to 62 miles per hour or 100 kilometers per hour in as short s 3.7 seconds, making it one of the most powerful and fast sedans in the market and car industry as of today.

This 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz E V12 also has a torque of 1047 pounds per feet and a top speed of 230 miles per hour, rendering it capable of any and all kinds of conditions that a car owner may encounter during the use of his or her vehicle. Together with the Mercedes patented quality of security, safety, elegance, luxury and durability, this Brabus truly is one of the best and highest performing automobile manufactured, developed, produced and modified by Mercedes and Brabus for the year 2010.

November 14th, 2009
Source :www.thesupercars.org

2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz SV12 R

The 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz SV12 R is another one of the famous “Brabus” models brought into the market by one of the most if not the most trusted car manufacturer as of today namely the Mercedes name. Otherwise known as the Brabus Roadster, this 2010 car model features all of the distinctive capabilities such as an almighty and very powerful 6.3 liter capacity V12 engine that can literally cope up with any and all forms of roads and dirt that can be encountered by car owners. With its twin turbochargers of aspiration, a very optimum 740 hp or horsepower capability and a 117.5 hp per liter feature, this Brabus Roadster truly is one of the most powerful and high performing vehicles available in the market.

This 2010 Brabus Mercedes-Benz SV12 R can accelerate from zero to 62 miles per hour or from zero to 100 kilometers per hour in a matter of 4 seconds, a feature that makes it superior to any other vehicle that may be deemed as its competitor in the commercial market. With a top speed of 217 miles per hour or 350 kilometers per hour, this Brabus roadster not only boasts of its power but also its speed amongst the numerous available 2010 car models.

November 16th, 2009
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2010 Roush Stage 3 Ford Mustang

The 2010 Roush Stage 3 Mustang is a one of a kind Ford Mustang model brought into the commercial market by Roush, one of the leading car authorities in the world. It is a two door coupe that is regularly priced at less than 60 thousand dollars in various parts and regions of the United States. It has a front engine and rear wheel drive feature together with a supercharged V8 engine that can make it face any challenges on and off the road in any kind of harsh environment.

This 2010 Roush Stage 3 Mustang has a displacement of 4600 cc, a 540 hp or horsepower capacity, a torque of 510 pounds per feet and a 5 speed manual transmission feature. From sleek and elegant exterior to the luxurious and comfortable interior, this Roush Mustang truly deserves to be classified as one of the most luxurious and elegant type of Mustang available in the commercial market. It is one of the highest if not the highest sports car that can be availed and utilized by every kind of car fanatic, enthusiast, patron and owner all across the globe.

November 22nd, 2009
source :http://www.thesupercars.org/ford/2010-roush-stage-3-ford-mustang/

2010 Saleen 435S Mustang

The 2010 Saleen 435S Mustang is another one of a kind automobile that is out in the market today. It is currently distributed by the company that goes by the name of Saleen Inc. It is based on the current 2010 Ford Mustang. The 2010 Saleen 435S Mustang is a limited edition two-door coupe, modified car. It has a front engine, a 4600 cc displacement and is charged with 435 horsepower. With a 5-speed manual transmission, the 2010 Saleen 435S Mustang is a one of a kind vehicle. It weighs around 3401 lbs and is approximately 188.1 inches in length. This car is slightly lower than the Mustang GT because of its Saleen Racecraft suspension. The design provides precise handling and better traction.

The 2010 Saleen 435S Mustang is designed to provide a high-value performance automobile at an affordable price. This car has a 4.6 liter, 3-valve SOHC V8 engine. The engine produces its horsepower and the 425 lb-ft torque. If you are a car enthusiast, you will definitely want one of these automobile. Having one of this will give you the pleasure that a race car driver on a real-world road would want.

November 23rd, 2009
Source :http://www.thesupercars.org

2010 Abt Audi TT-RS

The 2010 Abt Audi TT-RS is brought into the commercial market by one of the most trusted brands in the world of automobiles, cars and vehicles as of today and that is the ABT brand. It is another four wheel drive car model that features many distinct capabilities. Some of these capabilities include a 2.5 liter engine with an inline of five cylinders, a turbocharged aspiration and a power amounting to 420 hp or horsepower together with a 168 hp per liter of capability.

This 2010 Abt Audi TT-RS is classified as a sports coupe more popularly known as “quarto”. It has distinctive functions and features that literally make it one of the best made cars for the year 2010, passing all of the strict requirements of car manufacturers all across the globe as of date. It can go from zero to 62 miles per hour or 100 kilometers per hour in as fast as 4.3 seconds, enabling the driver to go as fast or as slow as he or she can get. The top speed of this top of the line car model goes as high as 175 miles per hour due to it being electronically limited in order to ensure the safety and stability of the driver as well as the car itself thanks to the latest innovations and developments by the ABT brand as of today.

November 4th, 2009

http://www.thesupercars.org/audi/2010-abt-audi-tt-rs/

2010 Audi S5 Sportback

The 2010 Audi S5 Sportback is the newest model to come out for this line of cars. Its sleek and elegant finish belies the wonders hidden within. The car can be distinguished by its unique external and internal features.

Price at 57,900 Euros, this car uses a 3 liter V6 engine, which is turbocharged and which has a mechanical compressor. This could give an output of as much as 333 horsepower. The released torque at 2,900 to 5,300 revolutions per minute is at 440 Nm. It could accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in only 5.4 seconds, and has a top speed of 250 kilometers per hour. Its average fuel consumption is only at 9.7 liters for every 100 kilometers.

Fans of the brand would be familiar with the equipment found in this car. It uses a dual-clutch transmission system. This S tronic system has seven speeds. With the quattro permanent all-wheel drive, the power is circulated on the rear axle between the wheels. The chassis has been constructed to accommodate 18-inch aluminum wheels. This new sporty body also boasts of black brake calipers which bear the emblems of the S5 in the front wheels. The seats of this car are electrically adjustable. Luxury is provided by using Silk Nappa leather as covering for the upholstery.

The five-door coupé which is the 2010 Audi S5 Sportback delivers both elegance and versatility for everyone.

October 10th, 2009
http://www.thesupercars.org/audi/2010-audi-s5-sportback/

Exotic Car Koenigsegg CCXR

Even though the last thing that spring into mind when thinking about supercars is their environmental friendliness, by following conscientious and forward thinking strategies, Koenigsegg has managed to create the Bio Fuel Powered CCXR - environmentally friendly 1200 with even more spectacular performance than the standard CCX.It is true that the very low and exclusive production volume of Koenigsegg can hardly be considered to have a measurable impact on the Co2 problem that global society is facing, but still it is an impressive statement that even a small and extreme company like Koenigsegg can afford to develop environmentally focussed solutions.The Experienced Koenigsegg Swedish Team of engineers has managed to modify the CCX engine to run on bio ethanol fuel, therefore we can state that this is probably the most eco friendly supersport car in the world. On he other side, we do not know yet how many adversaries will have something in hand to contest its supremacy, knowing the fact that the octane value (way over 100) has increased the value of the car at 1.018hp.Although the Nordic team did not officially reveal what this data will mean on the road (the car has a torque of 1060 nm at 6100 rpm), there is no doubt that the CCXR has the potential to go way under 3 seconds by 100 km/h and to shatter the 400 km /h border. Following the long-term strategy of Koenigsegg, all previous CCXs will have the possibility to be converted by the factory to accept the biofuel option.The CCXR Biofuel upgrade has been developed in-house on the factory's engine dyno by the skilled technicians at Koenigsegg, led by Christian Koenigsegg, Marco Garver and Anders Hoglund from the Koenigsegg partner company Cargine Engineering.

2010 Mitsubishi Evolution X FQ-400

The 2010 Mitsubishi Evolution X FQ-400 is a high performance four door luxury car.

The Evolution X FQ-400 features a Turbocharged Incline-4 engine with fuel injectors, stainless steel piping that delivers high performance. The capacity of the engine is 2000 cc and it delivers an output power of 430 bhp and 387 lb-ft torque at 3500 rpm. It reaches the speed of 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and the top speed is about 155 mph. The Evolution X FQ-400 features 6-Speed manual transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily and quickly even at higher speeds and loads.

The Evolution X FQ-400 features 18-inch lightweight nine spoke wheels with Bilstein Shock Absorbers that ensure smooth and comfort driving. The wheels are wrapped with Toyo Proxes R1R tires and it features sealed disc brakes with piston calipers that give a good grip and handling of the car even at higher speeds.

The exteriors feature the automatic headlamps, mirrors and stylish body structure. The interiors feature the remote central locking, 30 GB hard drive, Bluetooth, DVD satellite navigation system, instrument panels, leather seats and sporty steering wheel.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - 4-door sports luxury car
Configuration: - Front Engine
Engine: - Turbocharged Incline-4
Capacity: - 2000 cc
Torque: - 387 lb-ft at 3500 rpm
Horsepower: - 430 bhp
Transmission: - 6-Speed Manual
0-60 mph: - 3.7 sec
Top speed: -155 mph

source :http://www.thesupercars.org

Rolls-Royce Pininfarina Hyperion

Pininfarina has just released its toughest model out there in the Pebble Beach Concours at August 2008. Overall, its size and build has been a question to all of us. In all of heritage and tradition, based on the Rolls Royce, this takes the cake in history between these two models.

It has made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show; also Pininfarina has showed off its highly anticipated electric cars: Ferrari California and the Maserati Quattroporte MY 08. All of these cars are designed by the only Pininfarina in Paris.

In order to please other companies, Pininfarina has added a different view of creativity and ability to interpret other companies. This car, I would say will make a good impression on its buyers and other companies.

source:http://www.thesupercars.org

2009 Aston Martin Vantage Hellvellyn Frost

The old Aston Martin V8 Vantage is already perfection; making innovations on perfection seems improper. And yet, MW Design Technik has done just that. They have taken it to new heights by creating a design aptly called Hellvellyn Frost.

The 2009 Aston Martin Hellvellyn Frost is covered in a frosty white matte paint. The interior scheme is of gray with accents of red and black. The car uses a 4.7 liter V8 engine with a horsepower of 445. Many weighed decisions were made in creating this new model. Additional carbon fiber aero pieces were especially ordered and the bearing of the suspension and wheels were changed as well. The aero pieces were also given the same matte paint effect to flow with the rest of the scheme.

Modulare customized the wheels that were used in the car. With the aluminum cap, the combined look makes the car look both romantic yet harsh. Minor detailing is added to the exterior to tie in all the parts together. The vents, front grill, window trims as well as trunk lip is colored black while other accents were given some red lines such as the calliper’s bleeder line and the tow hooks.

This car, which takes its design from an English mountain range, is both beauty and strength in one.

source :http://www.thesupercars.org

2009 Alfa Romeo Spider

The 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is another good and high performing automobile brought into the commercial market by the well renowned car authority Alfa Romeo. It features a very innovative and top of the line V6 engine with a 3.6 liter capability. It also has a natural aspiration couple with a 260 hp or horsepower of capability together with an 81.3 hp per liter feature. Since the Spider is one of the best sellers of the Alfa Romeo brand, it has been in line with the Alfa Romeo tradition that it be innovated and further developed into newer models.

This 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider also contains the aspirations of Italian elegance as well as the luxury and comfort that only the Alfa Romeo brand can offer amongst the numerous automobile providers available in the commercial market. With a simple yet elegant interior and a luscious exterior together with the dazzling designs and the comfortable convertible roof, there is truly no other sports car that can match the Spider that the car authority Alfa Romeo has brought into the market as of the year 2009. With the comfortable seats, the error proof seat belts and airbags coupled with the best in power steering and power braking, this Spider truly is one of the best sports cars available for every car fanatic and patron.

source:http://www.thesupercars.org

Most Expensive Cars In The World: Top 10 List 2009-2010

World's Most Expensive Cars

What is the most expensive car in the world? The 1931 Bugatti Royale Kellner Coupe was sold for $8,700,000 in 1987. However, that car and many alike will not be included in this list because it is not available on the market today. It is hard to imagine someone would actually spend 8 million dollars on a car instead of using it for something more productive. However, if you have the money and the opportunity, you will definitely spend a small fraction of it to place a few of these supercars in your garage. Here is the 10 most expensive production cars on the market.

1. Bugatti Veyron $1,700,000. This is by far the most expensive street legal car available on the market today. It is the fastest accelerating car reaching 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. It claims to be the fastest car with a top speed of 253 mph+. However, the title for the fastest car goes to the SSC Ultimate Aero which exceed 253 mph pushing this car to 2nd place for the fastest car.

2. Lamborghini Reventon $1,600,000. The most powerful and the most expensive Lamborghini ever built is the second on the list. It takes 3.3 seconds to reach 60 mph and it has a top speed of 211 mph. Its rarity (limited to 20) and slick design are the reasons why it is so expensive and costly to own.

3. McLaren F1 $970,000. In 1994, the McLaren F1 was the fastest and most expensive car. Even though it was built 15 years ago, it has an unbelievable top speed of 240 mph and reaching 60 mph in 3.2 seconds. Even as of today, the McLaren F1 is still top on the list and it outperformed many other supercars.

4. Ferrari Enzo $670,000. The most known supercar ever built. The Enzo has a top speed of 217 mph and reaching 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. Only 400 units were produced and it is currently being sold for over $1,000,000 at auctions.

5. Pagani Zonda C12 F $667,321. Produced by a small independent company in Italy, the Pagani Zonda C12 F is the 5th fastest car in the world. It promises to delivery a top speed of 215 mph+ and it can reach 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.

6. SSC Ultimate Aero $654,400. Don't let the price tag fool you, the 6th most expensive car is actually the fastest street legal car in the world with a top speed of 257 mph+ and reaching 0-60 in 2.7 seconds. This baby cost nearly half as much as the Bugatti Veyron, yet has enough power to top the most expensive car in a speed race. It is estimated that only 25 of this exact model will ever be produced.

7. Saleen S7 Twin Turbo $555,000. The first true American production certified supercar, this cowboy is also rank 3rd for the fastest car in the world. It has a top speed of 248 mph+ and it can reach 0-60 in 3.2 seconds. If you are a true American patriot, you can be proud to show off this car.

8. Koenigsegg CCX $545,568. Swedish made, the Koenigsegg is fighting hard to become the fastest car in the world. Currently, it is the 4th fastest car in the world with a top speed of 245 mph+, the car manufacture Koenigsegg is not giving up and will continue to try and produce the fastest car. Good luck with that!

9. Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Roadster $495,000. A GT supercar, the SLR McLaren is the fastest automatic transmission car in the world with a top speed of 206 mph+ and reaching 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. It is a luxurious convertible with a really powerful engine, which results in outstanding performances and style.

10. Porsche Carrera GT $440,000. A supercar with dynamic stability control and a top speed of 205 mph+ and it can reach 0-60 in 3.9 seconds. The Porsche Carrera GT applies the absolute calibers of a true racing car to offer an unprecedented driving feeling on the road.

source:http://www.thesupercars.org/top-cars/most-expensive-cars-in-the-world-top-10-list-2007-2008

2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport in Sardinia

The new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport features in Sardinia is a special edition roadster where only 150 units will be manufactured. It comes out with new aesthetics, modifications and it is set to give a tough competition to the other cars in the market.

This Bugatti comes out with new modifications, newly designed safety features, an open top and it is also the world’s fastest roadster. The body features daytime running lights, high windscreen and a transparent polycarbonate roof.

The body of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is made of carbon fibre and it houses a longitudinal beam that shifts the cars load from the first pillar to the second pillar at the time of accidents. In addition, there is a carbon plate that has been installed below the transmission. The car features an open top that can be opened or closed within a few seconds and when it is in closed position, it provides a large luggage space.

The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is powered by a 8.0 L W16 engine with carbon fiber elements and two air intakes that allows cool air for the cooling of the engine and the front wheels. The final output power released by the engine is 987 bhp and 927 lb-ft torque. The maximum speed of the car is 407 km/h.

The suspension system consists of shock absorbers and it allows the cars height to be increased or lowered depending upon the road conditions. The alloy wheels are enclosed with specially designed tires and the wheels are equipped with disc brakes on all four wheels.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: - 2-door convertible
Configuration: - Mid Engine
Engine: - 8.0 L W16
Horsepower: - 987 bhp
Torque: - 927 lb-ft
Top speed: - 406 km/h

source:http://www.thesupercars.org/bugatti/2010-bugatti-veyron-16-4-grand-sport-in-sardinia

2009 Dodge Challenger Blacktop Concept

A new type of creation has entered the world of Mopar Underground design team. The Dodge Challenger Blacktop began as a 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T equipped with a 5.7 liter HEMI and six-speed manual transmission. Mopar Underground has added a custom-made spoiler and front brow. Also, the Blacktop rolls on a massive 22-inch Dodge Viper wheels from Factory Reproductions wrapped in Dunlop tires measuring 265/35 R22 front and 305/30 R22 rear.

To ensure powertrain, they can keep up with suspension, under hood performance is enhanced. The addition of Mopar components includes a cat back dual-exhaust, cold air intake, allows the HEMI V-8 to breathe relatively easy. Also, the interior has been enhanced with Katzkin leather seating and bright red plus a Mopar Kicker audio system for premium sound.

source:http://www.thesupercars.org

2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition

When the Transformers movie first came out, many moviegoers were intrigued to see how Bumblebee had been revamped, and they were not disappointed. The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition has become an icon in its own right and has spawned countless requests from customers to Chevrolet for the “Bumblebee” Camaro.

The special edition Camaro is a 2-door coupe production car powered by a V8 front engine with rear-wheel drive. The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition has a horsepower of 426 bhp at 5,000 rpm, torque of 420 lb.-ft. at 4,500 rpm, and a 6-speed manual/6-speed automatic transmission. Aside from these basics, the Transformers-inspired Camaro also features an EPA-rated 29 highway mpg, USB and Bluetooth phone connectivity, and XM Satellite Radio and OnStar. Die-hard Transformers fans will ultimately fall head over heels over the signature Autobot shield on each wheel’s center cap, the driver and passenger side panels, and the interior center console. The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Transformers Special Edition also features the Transformers logo on the sill plates of the driver- and passenger-doors and embedded on the hood rally stripes.

source:http://www.thesupercars.org

Aston Martin One-77

The Aston Martin One-77 is a sports car manufactured by Aston Martin. The production of this car is limited to 77.

It was recently displayed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. The One-77 contains a carbon fibre monocoque framework and an aluminum body. It consists of a 7.3 V12 engine that delivers an output power of 700 hp.

The official details of the car are not known, but some of the details have been leaked, saying that the car features a 6-speed manual and automatic transmission, carbon ceramic brakes, dynamic stability control and adjustable suspension.

The car features Carbon Ceramic brakes, Corsa tyres and it was priced at £1,200,000. The One-77 reaches the speed of 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and the top speed is around 200 mph.

Specifications

Engine: - 7.3L V 12
Torque: - 420 lb-ft at 5750 rpm
Horsepower: - 700 hp
Transmission: - 6-speed Manual and Automatic
Weight: - 3307 lb
0-60 mph: - 3.5 sec
Top speed: - 200 mph
Price: - £1,200,000

source:http://www.thesupercars.org/aston-martin/2010-aston-martin-one-77

World's Fastest Cars

While most of us can only dream of owning the fastest car in the world, some will do whatever it takes to possess such speed and power.So, how fast are the fastest cars in the world? Here is the 10 fastest cars available on the market measures by top speed.

1. SSC Ultimate Aero: 257 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs. Twin-Turbo V8 Engine with 1183 hp, base price is $654,400. Tested in March 2007 by Guinness world records, The SSC Ultimate Aero takes the lead as the fastest car in the world beating Bugatti Veyron.

2. Bugatti Veyron: 253 mph, 0-60 in 2.5 secs. Aluminum, Narrow Angle W16 Engine with 1001 hp, base price is $1,700,000. With the highest price tag, no wonder this is rank #2.

3. Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo: 248 mph, 0-60 in 3.2 secs. Twin Turbo All Aluminum V8 Engine with 750 hp, base price is $555,000. Smooth and bad-ass, will make you want to show it off non-stop.

4. Koenigsegg CCX: 245 mph, 0-60 in 3.2 secs. 90 Degree V8 Engine 806 hp, base price is $545,568. Made in Sweden, it is aiming hard to be the fastest car in the world, but it has a long way to go to surpass the Bugatti and the Ultimate Aero.

5. McLaren F1: 240 mph, 0-60 in 3.2 secs. BMW S70/2 60 Degree V12 Engine with 627 hp, base price is $970,000. Check out the doors, they looks like bat wings, maybe Batman need to order one and paints it black

6. Ferrari Enzo: 217 mph, 0-60 in 3.4 secs. F140 Aluminum V12 Engine with 660 hp, base price is $670,000. Only 399 ever produced, the price goes up every time someone crashes.

7. Jaguar XJ220: 217 mph, 0-60 in 3.8 secs. Twin Turbo V6 Engine with 542 hp, base price was $650,000. Made in 1992, this car still got what it takes to make the list.

8. Pagani Zonda F: 215 mph, 0-60 in 3.5 secs. Mercedes Benz M180 V12 Engine with 650 hp, base price is $667,321. With a V12 motor, this baby can do much better.

9. Lamborghini Murcielago LP640: 211 mph, 0-60 in 3.3 secs. V12 Engine with 640 hp, base price is $430,000. Nice piece of art, the design is very round and smooth.

10. Porsche Carrera GT: 205 mph, 0-60 in 3.9 secs. Aluminum, 68 Degree, Water Cooled V10 Engine with 612 hp, base price is $440,000. The most powerful and most expensive Porsche nearly made the list as #10.

source: http://www.thesupercars.org/fastest-cars/fastest-cars-in-the-world-top-10-list

Porsche 911, The Living Legend

When one thinks of Porsche cars, it is usually the Porsche 911 series that comes to one’s mind. The Porsche 911, the most popular and enduring model of the Porsche cars is a sports car. Since its introduction in 1963 by Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, it has undergone continuous change and development.

The Porsche-designed Volkswagen Beetle served as the basic model for the design and production of the Porsche 911. Beetle was not a success and so, Mr. Porsche and his son, using parts from Beetle developed the 365 Roadster, a sports car. The 365 Roadster was a success and it gave way to the Porsche 911.

The Porsche 911 was actually launched as 901 in 1963 but had to change the name to 911 as another company had copyright on all three digit car models with a zero in the middle. Mr. Porsche himself had designed the body of the car. It had air cooled and rear placed six-cylinder engine and could go up to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds. It was a great success.

The Porsche 911, from the time of its inception, has been modified both by private teams and by the factory itself to meet the needs of automotive competitions like races or rallies.

Some of the popular variants of Porsche 911 are:

• Porsche 911 classic (from 1964 to 1989)
• Porsche 964 (from 1989 to 1993)
• Porsche 993 (from 1993 to 1998)
• Porsche 996 (1999 to 2004)
• Porsche 997 (from 2004 onwards)

The rear engined Porsche 911 is famous for its distinctive and durable design. The whale tail and the round headlights of most of the Porsche 911 models serve as the distinguishing styling cues of Porsche. This distinctive design is still adorned by most of the Porsche lovers. The Porsche 911 is a living legend.

source:http://porshiana.com

LEGENDARY 1957 FERRARI TESTA ROSSA

LEGENDARY 1957 FERRARI TESTA ROSSA SMASHES AUCTION WORLD RECORD AT MARANELLO SALE
An iconic, pontoon-fender 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa (TR) sells for € 9,020,000 to set a new auction world record as the most expensive motor car ever to be sold at auction.
MARANELLO, Italy (May 18, 2009) – RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby's made history in Maranello as a 1957 Ferrari 250 TR, chassis no. 0714TR sold for €9,020,000 at the third annual Ferrari Leggenda e Passione event to set a new world record for the most expensive motor car ever to be sold at auction.
Returning to its Maranello birthplace for its auction debut, the €9,020,000 sale price represents €1,980,000 more than the previous auction world record which was set at the same sale last year*.
“The historical significance of this car attracted a bidding war as collectors from around the world - both in the room and on the telephone – competed to secure one of the most alluring and iconic of all Ferrari racing cars,” said Max Girardo, Managing Director of RM Europe.
“The eyes of the world were watching the sale as cars of this quality are so rarely offered to the market. The quality and the provenance of the Testa Rossa speaks for itself and the price we achieved is testament to that. We are delighted with the result the car achieved today,” he added.
The beautiful and immediately recognizable Scaglietti-designed ‘pontoon-fender' 250 TR was produced from 1957 to 1958 during which only 22 examples were constructed. The Ferrari 250 TRs entered 19 international championship races from 1958 through 1961 emerging with 10 victories and earning them legendary status among discerning collectors, as well as the honor of being one of the most desirable and competitive racing Ferraris ever built.
0714TR was extensively campaigned in its day with significant finishes at the world's most important racing events including the 1000 km Buenos Aires in January 1958.
The Ferrari Leggenda e Passione is the only auction of its kind dedicated to the Ferrari marque, held at the Maranello factory grounds and endorsed by the Ferrari factory.

source: www.dieselstation.com