Ferrari, Jaguar, and Aston Martin classic cars are the dreams of many car enthusiasts. However, these cars come with a hefty price tag that only the wealthy can afford.
Currently, the prices of classic cars continue to rise, making them one of the most lucrative investment assets.
Below is a list of the top 10 most expensive cars ever sold by each brand:
1. Ferrari 250 GTO 1964
Date sold: 8/14/2014
Selling price: £29.3 million ($37.5 million)
Ferrari is one of the most sought-after brands in the world of classic cars. It’s no surprise that the Ferrari 250 GTO 1964 holds the record for being sold at such a high price.
There were only a limited number of Ferrari 250 GTOs produced and sold worldwide. The 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is even more special as it won the World GT Championships.
2. Mercedes Benz W196 1954
Date sold: 7/12/2013
Selling price: £23.5 million ($30 million)
In the past, the Mercedes Benz W196 1954 was an iconic racing car. Out of the 12 races it participated in, the 1954 Mercedes Benz W196 won 9 times.
The driver of this car was no ordinary racer; it was Juan Manuel Fangio, a legendary racer who won the world championship 5 times.
3. Jaguar D-Type 1955
Date sold: 8/19/2016
Selling price: £16.8 million ($21.5 million)
The Jaguar D-Type 1955 holds the record as the most expensive British car ever sold worldwide. It is also the most expensive British car on this list.
The illustrious history of the Jaguar D-Type 1955 includes winning the Le Mans 24 Hour race for 3 consecutive years from 1955 to 1957.
4. Bugatti Royale Kellner Coupe 1932
Date sold: 11/17/1987
Selling price: £15.9 million ($20.4 million)
The Bugatti Royale Kellner Coupe 1932 features one of the largest car engine cylinders in the world. This car’s “heart” is a 12.7-liter engine.
Unlike the other cars on this list, the selling price of the Bugatti Royale Kellner Coupe 1932 doubled due to inflation in 1987. The car was originally priced at £7.5 million ($9.6 million) but ended up being sold at £15.9 million ($20.4 million).
5. Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo Spider 1939
Date sold: 8/20/2016
Selling price: £15.3 million ($19.6 million)
The Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo Spider 1939 was designed for sports racing events such as the Mille Miglia. It is equipped with a powerful 2.9-liter engine and features two superchargers.
When it was auctioned in August 2016, the Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo Spider 1939 became the most expensive pre-World War II car in the world.
6. Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato 1962
Date sold: 12/10/2015
Selling price: £11.1 million ($14.2 million)
The Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato 1962 made its first appearance at the London Motor Show in 1960. It is an enhanced lightweight version of the Aston Martin DB4, developed by Zagato in Italy.
When it was sold on 10/12/2015, the Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato 1962 became the most expensive British car in the world, surpassing the iconic McLaren F1.
7. Shelby 260 Cobra 1962
Date sold: 8/19/2016
Selling price: £10.6 million ($13.6 million)
The Shelby 260 Cobra 1962 holds the record for being the most expensive American car ever sold worldwide, surpassing the Ford GT. It is also the first Shelby Cobra ever produced.
8. Ford GT40 1968
Date sold: 8/17/2012
Selling price: £8.8 million ($11.3 million)
The Ford GT40 is a prominent model in the racing world. The 1962 Ford GT40 won the Le Mans 24 Hour race consecutively from 1966 to 1969.
9. Duesenberg Model J Long Wheelbase Coupe 1931
Date sold: 8/21/2011
Selling price: £8.5 million ($10.9 million)
The Duesenberg Model J Long Wheelbase Coupe is an extremely rare American car affectionately known as “Duesy”. Only 500 of these luxury cars were custom-built for wealthy customers over the span of 8 years.
10. Porsche 956 1982
Date sold: 8/17/2015
Selling price: £7.9 million ($10.1 million)
The Porsche 911 may be a dream car for many speed enthusiasts, but the 1982 Porsche 956 holds the title as the most expensive car ever made by Porsche. When it was launched, the Porsche 956 set a record by completing the Nurburgring race track in just 6 minutes and 11 seconds.
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