Classic cars have become an investment, and the fact that large fortunes are turning to classic car collecting has a very positive side: the car will be preserved in excellent condition.
The oldest classic cars are not necessarily the most valued. The most sought after tend to be competition vehicles from the 50’s, according to the expert, within this category the components, the state of conservation and the “pedigree” of the car are valued.
The fact that it competed in or won races such as Le Mans, for example, makes this classic a historical jewel.
Most luxury car manufacturers have created the “classic section”, an internal body dedicated to keeping track of their cars and also undertake restoration work so that, as far as possible, these vehicles do not lose the qualities that make them special.
Traditional luxury carmakers differ in that, in the imprint of their past on that of the industry.
Ferrari 250 GTO de 1963
Only 39 units of this model were manufactured between 1962 and 1964. The 1963 model is finished in silver and yellow paint was applied to draw the tricolor French flag across the hood.
The “250” alludes to the qualities of its engine: V12 of 250 C per cylinder of 3L. It delivered a power output of 300 hp. At the time, a GTO at zero kilometers cost about $18,000 in the United States.
Its first owner was Pierre Dumay and he premiered it at the Le Mans race. The following year Lucien Bianchi and Georges Berger achieved victory in the 1964 Tour de France Automobile. A year later, it participated in a total of 14 races, including the Angolan Grand Prix.
Bugatti Type 57 SC
Only four units were manufactured between 1936 and 1938.
The first car was commissioned by British banker Victor Rothschild.
The second model, La Voiture Noire, was built by Jean Bugatti for his personal use in 1938 and was named after the black color of its bodywork.
The third model, Holzschuh Atlantic, was produced in October 1936 and no longer exists. Its owner smashed it against a level crossing in an unfortunate accident. The damage was irreparable.
The fourth and last Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic is the Pope Atlantic. Its body is made of aluminum and an eight-cylinder engine with 3.3 L and 200 hp, it can exceed 190 km/h (190 mph).
There are details that identify luxury and exclusivity. The dream of engineers and pilots made possible a magical and powerful industry, the automobile, the great companion of 20th century man.
Porsche Type 64 60K10
The Porsche Type 64 60K10 is considered the first vehicle designed by Porsche. Only 3 units were manufactured, it was built by mixing its parts with those of the Volkswagen Beetle.
Ferdinand Porsche was working on the Beetle, he proposed to Volkswagen to create a more powerful version that would produce 160 horsepower and be faster. The company rejected his proposal. Turning Volkswagen’s popular concept into the most efficient sports car in Europe was the ideal opportunity to demonstrate German greatness, and Ferdinand Porsche was unaware that his legend was simmering.
Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Prototype
1957 sports car. Only nineteen units and two prototypes were built. It was auctioned in 2011 becoming the most expensive car ever auctioned. The most famous ones date from the 1950s.
It has a Scaglietti stamp and is powered by a 300 hp V12 engine that delivers a top speed of 270 km/h (155 mph).
Rolls-Royce 15 CV
It is the second oldest Rolls-Royce of all time. Six examples were manufactured in 1905, but only one of them has survived to the present day.
It was the crown jewel in the private collection of a wealthy Scottish family until they decided to donate it to the Glasgow Automobile Club where it still remains.
Its 3-cylinder in line engine and 15 hp allow it to exceed 60 km/h. Quite a feat in 1905.
Iconic vehicles of an era that revolutionized the customs and lifestyles of the society of their time.
