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THE 1939 PORSCHE TYPE 64
THE CAR THAT BIRTHED A LEGEND rmsothebys.com “Without the Type 64, there would be no Porsche 356, no 550, no 911,” comments Marcus Görig, Car Specialist at RM Sotheby’s. “This is Porsche’s origin story, the car that birthed the company’s legend, and it offers collectors what is likely an unrepeatable opportunity to sit in the seat of Ferdinand and Ferry Porsche.With this car, the new owner will not only be invited to the first row of every Porsche event worldwide—they will be the first row!” The Type 64 defined the sports car. The year was 1939, the setting would have been Germany’s autobahn system for a 1,500 kilometer race from Berlin to Rome to showcase the launch of the KdF-wagen, Ferdinand Porsche’s car for the masses, yet the outbreak of World War II interrupted everything. Three racing version of the KdF-wagen, known as Type 64 had been produced. They had the same drivetrain and suspension of Volkswagen’s Type 1, but differed in that the chassis and alloy body used
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aircraft technology. The first of these models became property of the German labor front, while Porsche kept the remaining two as test cars as they continued production for a lighter, faster sports car. Following an accident, the third car was fitted with chassis of the first model and kept as a family car by Ferry and Ferdinand Porsche. This became the only Type 64 to survive the war. The model underwent restoration by Pinin Farina in 1947 and was presented the following year alongside the Type 356 Roadster. Austrian driver Otto Mathé drove it, loved it and purchased it. He raced it during the 1950s and kept it until his death in 1995.Two years later it was purchased by Dr. Thomas Gruber, a notable Porsche specialist and the third owner of this one-of-a-kind model. Now, this automotive piece of history will be auctioned during the Monterey Car Week. “We’ve had the honor of presenting some of the most significant cars in the history of numerous top marques at Monterey,” explains Gord Duff, RM Sotheby’s Global Head of Auctions,“and the Type 64 now stands among them.”According to estimates by RM Sotheby’s this car is expected to fetch an excess of $20 million. “The Type 64 helped define what a sports car is today, and it carries many of the traits we’ve seen throughout seven decades of Porsche production and still see in some of the marque’s most sought-after contemporary models,” adds Duff. “We’re grateful to have been entrusted by the owner with this important piece of automotive, engineering, and world history and we look forward to sharing it with the collector car hobby this summer.”
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The creation of the MercedesBenz 300 SL can almost be entirely attributed to Max Hoffman, who was responsible for delivering 1,000 of the 1,400 300 SL cars produced between 1954 and 1957.
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production subsequently until 1963. The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL became the epitome of exclusivity and speed, raced by top pilots and A-list celebrities of its time. Most famous of these is Sir Stirling Moss, who holds the “forever’ course record following his Mille Miglia finish in 1955. This particular model was a special order through Max Hoffman Motors, in Black (DB40) with the optional full red leather (1079) interior by Philip Newfiler. It was later passed to Bernard Berman who in turn sold it to its third and current owner. The car underwent restoration by Steve Babinsky of Automotive Restorations based on archived photographic records of the vehicle in the original condition in which it was acquired. The model retails original number-matching engine, original drivetrain, transmission, steering box and a set of belly pans. It also features the original set of Rudge knock-off wheels and fitted luggage. Upon completion of its restoration, it was exhibited at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance where it earned the crowd’s admiration. This exquisite customized collector’s item is on sale by its third owner through RM Sotheby’s for $1,485,000. In short this model became a legend the moment its production began. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, photographed by Michael Furman ©2017 Courtesy of RM Sotheby’s.
THE GULLWING: A STREET LEGEND rmsothebys.com Max Hoffman, Mercedes-Benz’s distributor in the United States introduced what would become “the sports car of the century,” a production version of the racing 300 SL, in February of 1954.This sensual Mercedes-Benz coupe with its now famous ‘gullwing’ doors boasted a tubular steel, ultra-light frame that weighed only 182 pounds earning it the moniker “SL” which stood for “Sport Light.” This spectacular model incorporates a 3.0-liter fuel-injected engine with a power output of 240 bhp at 6,100 rpm (SAE) and 215 This Mercedes-Benz 300 SL bhp at 5,800 rpm (DIN) with factory-optional or dealerGullwing was a special order installed “sport” camshaft delivered through a four-speed color combination with black manual gearbox. It can reach a top speed in excess of 250 exterior and full red leather km/h and accelerate from 0-100 in just eight seconds.The interiors. It has been beau300 SL became the fastest production automobile of its tifully restored and features time. The model was produced with its famed gullwings original engine, drivetrain, between 1954 and 1957, while a roadster version began Rudge wheels and luggage.
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ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE 111w57.com Rising 435 meters above the famed Steinway Hall is the latest addition to New York City’s skyline - 111 West 57th Street. This new condominium tower pays tribute to the quality, history and craftsmanship of NewYork City’s iconic skyscrapers. This elegant building with eastern and western facades clad in terracotta and bronze filigree offers its residents sweeping views over Central Park.This majestic tower rises above the historic Steinway Hall , which inspired the interior design by Studio Sofield of the 46 duplex residences.The residences with 4-meter-tall ceilings and large floor-to-ceiling windows with
luxurious furnishings.Residents will also benefit from a range of amenities that include private porte cochère, a two-lane lap pool with private cabanas, spa with sauna, steam and treatment rooms, lounge with outdoor terrace, private dining room, a chef’s catering kitchen, fitness center, meeting rooms, study and remarkable concierge services. Speaking on behalf of JDS Development Group, CEO Michael Stern comments, “the design and development team has created a bold new landmark for the Manhattan skyline, and as 111 West 57th Street continues to rise, it surpasses our expectations.”
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