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1962 Ferrari 330 LM / 250 GTO by Scaglietti – Chassis No. 3765: A Living Legend

Offered at Auction with a Remarkable History

🌟 Auction Triumph! Witness the Record-Breaking Sale of the GTO Tipo 1962 🏎️

In an automotive spectacle that will reverberate through history, the GTO Tipo 1962, the unparalleled racing marvel, has gracefully transitioned to a new custodian, fetching a staggering $51.7M at #SothebysNewYork. 🚗💰 This historic moment unfolded during the Marquee sales of Modern and Contemporary Art, marking the GTO as the priciest Ferrari ever to cross the auction block.

🏁 Let’s delve into the legendary journey of the GTO Tipo 1962, the exclusive creation raced by Scuderia Ferrari. 🌟 Triumph echoed at the 1962 Nürburgring 1000 KM with a class win and a stellar 2nd overall finish. 🏆 Piloted by racing legends Mike Parkes and Lorenzo Bandini, it dominated the grueling 1962 24 Hours of Le Mans and secured a runner-up spot in the challenging 1965 Sicilian Hillclimb Championship.

👑 Formerly cradled by a Ferrari Club of America chairman, this gem boasts an awe-inspiring collection of accolades. From the prestigious FCS Platinum Award and distinguished Coppa Bella Macchina at the Cavallino Classic to a notable 2nd place at the esteemed 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance GTO class, each achievement is a testament to its historic prowess. 🏅🏆 Its crowning glory? The Best of Show accolade at the esteemed Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.

🌐 As the gavel dropped at Sotheby’s, this rare Ferrari not only changed hands but ascended to automotive greatness, captivating enthusiasts and collectors globally. 🚗💎

🎨 Relive the glory, celebrate the legacy, and join the global community of car aficionados in acknowledging this extraordinary moment in automotive history. 🚗💎

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