The Legendary McClaren Speedtail and The Very First Shelby 289 Cobra Head to Auction in Arizona

RM Sotheby’s Kickstarts the Year with over $40M worth of Collector Cars at the Arizona Biltmore Resort, Marking 26 Consecutive Years, on 25 January

• The 2020 McLaren Speedtail will highlight the auction block along with a 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort and 1933 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria
• The very first Shelby 289 Cobra ever made will cross the block
• 84 lots totaling over $40 million to be offered
• Collections boasting pre- and post-war classics round up the well-curated auction selection
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BLENHEIM, ONTARIO, CANADA – January 11, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – RM Sotheby’s is gearing up for an exciting start to the year at the iconic Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa on 25 January 2024. The historic venue is set to host another stunning lineup, showcasing the best examples from European supercars to American classics during Arizona car week.

“We’re thrilled to once again start the new year in Arizona, marking a fresh start and our first event of 2024. After a year of hard work by our team, we are ready to make this another great year for our clients and the industry. Arizona offers both collectors and enthusiasts an opportunity to participate in bidding on an eclectic range of collector cars. We’re bringing an incredible showing of classic American muscle, including the iconic Ford GTs and Shelby selections, featuring the very first Shelby 289 ever. Alongside these, we have coveted European supercars such as the McLaren Speedtail and Porsche Komfort. Additionally, we’ve curated a fantastic assortment of pre- and post-war classics, ensuring that Arizona Car Week has a diverse selection to cater to every taste.” – Gord Duff, Global Head of Auctions, RM Sotheby’s

2020 McLaren Speedtail – This Speedtail, finished in the stunning bespoke McLaren Special Operations (MSO) Liquid Blue Silver and adorned with blue and gray full aniline leather, is a contemporary reinterpretation of McLaren’s iconic F1 supercar. Number 69 out of the limited-production run of 106 individually specified examples, this exceptional specimen boasts unique features, including tinted carbon-fiber weave, Thin Ply Technology carbon-fiber details, and polished brightwork. With just 54 miles recorded at the time of cataloguing, this Speedtail stands out among its rare counterparts. Notably, it commands the highest manufacturer suggested retail price…