RM Sotheby’s has unveiled an early selection of consignments for its inaugural Milan auction, set for 22 May 2025. Headlined by The Stuttgart Legends Collection – an exceptional mix of rare Porsches – the cars will be offered in the stylish surroundings of the Fonderia Macchi Carlo, a former Milanese foundry turned fashion venue.
The auction marks RM Sotheby’s return to Italy following the end of its partnership with Villa d’Este, and sets the stage for a refreshed presence in the country. Further links with events include the Anantara Concorso in Rome and FuoriConcorso on Lake Como, the Milan sale is set to be the first of several high-profile Italian outings for the Canadian auction house.
Among the standout lots from The Stuttgart Legends Collection is a 1974 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.0, one of just 55 examples built. The homologation special, seen by many as the spiritual successor to the RS 2.7, was delivered new to Düsseldorf and is offered with a report by marque authority Andy Prill. It’s estimated at €1,100,000-1,500,000.
Also representing Weissach is a 1997 Porsche 911 GT2 R – a rare 993-generation customer race car that offers a new owner the chance to complete it to their own exacting specification (€675,000-725,000). Racing provenance continues with a 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR delivered new to Zakspeed (€450,000-550,000), and a 2002 911 GT3 RS that finished second in class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and third at the 24 Hours of Spa (€300,000-500,000).
Adding some elegance is a 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, offered in black over black and retaining its matching-numbers chassis, body and engine, it’s expected to make €1,150,000-1,500,000. From Aston Martin comes one of the most desirable GT racers of the 21st century – a 2008 DBR9 GT1. As the final example built by Prodrive, it contested the 2010 FIA GT1 World Championship and is eligible for the Masters Endurance Legends series, and carries a €1,500,000-1,800,000 guide price.
Also consigned is a 1965 Aston Martin DB Short-Chassis Volante – the rarest series production open Aston and the first to wear the Volante badge. Offered with matching-numbers twin-cam straight-six engine, it comes with a €675,000-725,000 estimate. Completing the Aston line-up is a 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage ‘Oscar India’, complete with five-speed manual and factory build sheet. It’s expected to make €165,000-200,000.
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