2005 Ford GT 470

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VIN:

1FAFP90S75Y401488

• Collector-grade condition with just 2,804 miles from new

• Equipped with all four factory options

• 1 of just 96 manufactured in the rarest factory color of Speed Yellow

The coveted first-place finish at Le Mans has proved elusive to many of the world’s greatest car builders. Bentley set the mark rather early with four consecutive wins from 1927-1930. Many others laid claim to victory at the Mulsanne Straight but, when Ford went in search of bragging rights in the 1960s, they did so with gusto. So successful was their GT40 program that they actually managed

• Accompanied by a clean CARFAX®, window sticker, and factory paperwork

• A groundbreaking example with true modern icon status to match Bentley’s record with four straight wins from 1966-1969. The GT40 went on to become a legend and it was only natural that Ford decided to honor the memory of this incredible car with a modern and updated version that could be driven on both the track and the open road.

Built using space-age materials and construction techniques, each GT was manufactured in five stages with initial assembly performed by Norwalk, Ohio's Mayflower Vehicle Systems; paint by Saleen Special Vehicles in Troy, Michigan; engine assembly at Ford's Romeo, Michigan engine plant; and finally, the engine and transmission installation and interior finishing at Ford's Wixom, Michigan plant. Notably, the Ford GT was the last vehicle project completed at Wixom. Only 4,038 examples were produced in all, with approximately 550, 1,900 and 1,600 built during 2004, 2005, and 2006 respectively. Demand far outstripped supply, with early cars selling for substantial premiums over the basic Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price and prospective buyers vying for vehicle-production slots.

An undeniable icon of speed with modern-day class and usability, this 2005 Ford is 1 of just 96 examples to be finished in the rare color of Speed Yellow built for the 2005 model year. Presented in nearly new condition, this investment-grade Ford GT shows just 2,804 miles from new and is accompanied by a clean CARFAX®, which shows this GT has spent most of its life in the sunny state of Florida, with just three owners. Ford only offered four options for these supercars, and this fully loaded example checked the box for all four, which include lightweight BBS forged alloy wheels, red-painted brake calipers, full-length racing stripes, and a McIntosh sound system.

The cabin is surprisingly roomy and comfy as the interior is trimmed in full leather with carbon fiber seats that are inlaid with ebony leather. Adding to the amenities of the interior, this supercar is equipped with a chilling air-conditioning system, tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel, electric power windows, and of course the factory option Mclntosh AM/FM CD/MP3 sound system. It is every bit exhilarating to drive as it appears; the 5.4-liter DOHC V-8 engine is paired with a factory Eaton supercharger that produces an arousing 550 horsepower and completes a 0 to 60 time in a blazing 3.3 seconds. Paired with a six-speed Ricardo manual transmission and helical limited-slip differential, this Ford GT is one of the best analog super/hypercar experiences one can possibly find.

Along with the clean CARFAX®, this Ford GT comes with all of its factory paperwork, including the window sticker and official Ford Motor Company VIN certificate. This rare Speed Yellow Ford GT will not only make you the envy of other enthusiasts alike but also of those who seek the finer things in life. A supercar that is still at the top of everyone's list of cars to own or even experience from the cockpit, this particular 2005 Ford GT has solidified itself as one of the most iconic vehicles to ever grace the open road and track.

Coachwork by Derham Body Company 1930 Lincoln Model L Convertible Phaeton 471

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VIN: 63842

• 1 of only 2 known surviving examples of just 20 originally built

• Displayed at the New York Auto Show; purchased new off the show floor

• Documented ownership history from new

• A beautifully restored example of one of the rarest Model L Lincolns

A stunning example of one of the rarest Model L Lincolns produced, this convertible phaeton has a list of owners that can be traced back to when new. Originally founded to build carriages, the Derham Body Company found itself switching to automobiles to stay with the ever so changing times. The Pennsylvania company quickly built a reputation for itself and began to attract royalty and fame across the globe to have custom-built coachwork for their own automobiles. In 1928, Derham would design a four-door Convertible Phaeton for Countess Holstein and her Hispano-Suiza chassis. A copy of the original rendering by Derham on the Hotel Astor Paris stationery is on file. Before the Hispano was shipped, it was on display in the Derham showroom and attracted the attention of Chrysler and Packard, resulting in both companies ordering a Convertible Phaeton body for one of their own chassis. For 1930, the final year of the Model L, Lincoln decided to offer the Derhambuilt Convertible Phaeton design as well to their custom-body catalog.

To showcase this offering, Derham decided this example would be on display at the New York Auto Show. According to John Grotz, automotive historian and author, despite the stock market crash in 1929, the 1930 New York Auto Show was one of Derham’s best-ever showings, displaying a Duesenberg, Franklin, Packard, and this remarkable Lincoln. Even with much success at the show, just 20 of these 1930 Model L Convertible Phaetons were ordered. Of those 20, just two are known to exist today, and this example, chassis 63842, is the most significant of the original 20, as it was the display car at the 1930 New York Auto Show.

Accompanied by an extensive historical file that consists of handwritten letters and notes in-period, this Model L Convertible Phaeton was purchased new straight from the New York Auto Show floor by the Cook sisters who were descendants of Thomas Cook, founder of the first organized travel and tour company in 1865. The Cook sisters would use this Lincoln as a chauffeur car before gifting the car to their relative Daniel Cook, where it would then be sold along with his estate in 1951 to John Maitland for just $200. Under Maitland’s ownership, this Lincoln was repainted and fitted with a new convertible top and was reported to be in top mechanical order as he drove it often. After being relocated for his job, he would sell the car in 1956 to a gentleman that worked for the DuMont Television Network. The television network would soon go bankrupt and force the owner to sell this Model L in 1958 to Norman Delaney of Lima, Ohio. During Delaney’s 11 years of ownership, the engine was overhauled and new rear-end seals were installed. In 1970, this Lincoln would become part of the widely known Tom Lester Collection; under his ownership, it was repainted light tan with coffee accents and vibrant orange wheels. It would then be welcomed into the Jim Watson Collection in 1985 and then be passed on to well-known Lincoln collector and enthusiast Craig Watrous in 1997. Under Watrous’ ownership, this Lincoln would take home the prestigious Lion Award at the 2010 Meadow Brook Concours. Shortly after, the current owner would welcome this rare example into his own impressive pre-war collection, where it has been meticulously maintained and always stored in a climate-controlled facility.

A rare and seldom-seen body style, this Model L Convertible Phaeton’s prestige is further enhanced with multiple accessories like dual cowl lights, dual enclosed side-mounted spare tires, a trunk rack and trunk, and a Trippe driving light. With ample room in the interior and the 90-horsepower 384-cubic-inch V-8 engine in good running order, as this Lincoln has always been well-kept, this 1 of just 2 surviving Model L examples is the ideal choice for a rare touring vehicle as it will be welcomed and invited to events all across the United States.