RM Sotheby's Las Vegas
RM Sotheby’s have listed additional consignments for their upcoming amfAR auction that will be held at the Wynn in Las Vegas this month. The auction will take place during the amfAR Las Vegas fundraiser that will be hosted by Jay Leno and feature a performance by Diana Ross to benefit The Foundation for AIDS Research. Since 1985 amfAR has raised more than $900 million for HIV prevention, AIDS research, education, and advocacy.
New Consignments for Las Vegas
Delivered new in Dallas after it was completed in December of 2021, this is a prime example of Singer’s 964 Classic program that was limited to about 450 cars and is completely sold out. This provides the lucky bidder the opportunity to skip the waitlist and purchase a phenomenal car much faster than the original owner.
Singer updated the engine in June of 2024 to the latest specifications offered by Porsche Motorsport North America along with upgrading the brakes to a carbon-ceramic package.
Finished in a stunning green paint with a brown and orange interior, this low-mileage car – showing just 2,103 miles at the time of cataloguing – is certain to make its next owner the envy of their local Porsche club.
Estimate: $1,250,000 – $1,500,000
The Porsche Carrera GT, a mid-engine supercar, has roots in Porsche’s motorsport legacy. Originally developed from a canceled Le Mans prototype project, its concept was unveiled at the 2000 Paris Motor Show, captivating enthusiasts with its unique blend of race-inspired engineering and street-legal performance. Production began in 2004, with a total of 1,270 units manufactured over two years in Leipzig, Germany.
At the heart of the Carrera GT is a naturally aspirated 5.7-liter V10 engine that produces 612 horsepower, originally designed for endurance racing. The engine is paired with a six-speed manual transmission and a carbon-ceramic clutch, making it a challenging but rewarding car to drive. The Carrera GT also featured advanced carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic for the chassis and body, a pioneering feature at the time.
The Carrera GT being offered by RM Sotheby’s in Las Vegas has covered just 267 miles and is one of the 644 produced for the US market. It includes copies of the original window sticker, invoices for service, and a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. It’s a well-optioned example and includes the removable hardtop and a four-piece set of luggage.
Estimate: $2,000,000 – $2,500,000
The 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder remains one of Porsche’s most ambitious steps in hybrid hypercar technology and performance. Initially introduced as a concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder was the successor to Porsche’s Carrera GT. It went into production in 2013 and ended in 2015, with only 918 units built—a not-so-subtle nod to its model number.
The 918 Spyder is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.6L V8 engine paired with two electric motors, producing a combined 887 horsepower and 944 lb-ft of torque. This plug-in hybrid system enables it to achieve impressive acceleration and emissions efficiency, allowing the car to run purely on electric power for short distances. Paired with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission, the 918 Spyder reaches 0-60 mph in just 2.5 seconds and can exceed 210 mph.
The optional Weissach Package, named after Porsche’s famed development center in Weissach, Germany, enhances the car’s performance by reducing weight with carbon fiber elements, magnesium wheels, a lighter interior, and specialized aerodynamic components. This package also includes unique racing-inspired liveries, making the car even more exclusive and track-focused. With the Weissach Package, the 918 set an impressive Nürburgring lap time of 6 minutes and 57 seconds, showcasing Porsche’s commitment to hybrid technology without compromising performance.
This is the 67th example of the 918 Spyder built and one of only 297 designated for the US market. In addition to the Weissach package, this example is equipped with the front-axle lift system, dual-zone climate control, and the Burmester sound system.
Estimate: $3,000,000 – $3,500,000
RM Sotheby's Main Attraction
Inspired by the Mercedes-Benz racing car, the 300 SL Gullwing was introduced in 1954 and proved to be one of the most iconic cars in automotive history. It debuted at the 1954 New York Auto Show and stunned with the design that featured high side sills that actually required the usage of the Gullwing doors that would become such a trademark of Mercedes-Benz history.
Only 1,400 examples were built between 1954 and 1957 and RM Sotheby’s will be offering the very last Gullwing produced at their upcoming Las Vegas sale. It was built as a display car and still wears its original Fire Engine Red paint over a Crème interior and is a documented numbers-matching example.
It’s had just four owners since new, the most recent of which kept the car for 25 years. It includes plenty of documentation as well as historic photographs and a matching set of luggage. It was displayed at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in 2004 and took third place in the 300 SL class that year.
Estimate: $2,500,000 – $3,500,000