Beschreibung
THE MONACO SALE 'LES GRANDES MARQUES À MONACO'
13 May 2022, 15:00 CEST
Monte Carlo
Monaco, Fairmont Hotel
LOT 109
1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 Coupé
Lot to be sold without reserve
€240, 000 - €280, 000
1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2 Coupé
Chassis no. 1321
• Offered without reserve
• One of only 247 produced
• Purchased in the Netherlands
• Present ownership since 2008
Footnotes
It is the stuff of legend that Ferrari-owning industrialist Ferruccio Lamborghini only turned to automobile manufacture as a result of receiving off-hand treatment at Maranello, vowing to build a better car. A successful manufacturer of tractors and related machinery, Lamborghini possessed the resources to realise his dream without having to compromise.
Lamborghini's first production car, the Touring-styled 350 GT, debuted at the 1963 Turin Motor Show with deliveries commencing in the spring of 1964. The work of two of Italy's most illustrious automobile designers, the 350 GT featured a glorious 3. 5-litre, four-cam V12 designed by Giotto Bizzarrini, housed in a chassis penned by engineer Gianpaolo Dallara, formerly with Ferrari and Maserati. This state-of-the-art power unit produced 270bhp (DIN), which was good enough for a top speed in excess of 150mph.
The 350 GT's four camshafts and all-independent suspension meant that it upstaged the best that Ferrari offered at the time, but to compete with his Maranello rival's larger models Lamborghini needed a four-seater, and the 400 GT 2+2 duly appeared in 1966. A development of the 350 GT, the newcomer used an enlarged - to 3, 929cc - V12. The claimed maximum power was 320bhp – some 50 horsepower more than its predecessor. The 400 GT 2+2 retained the overall, and highly acclaimed, looks of the 350 GT.
Despite its novice status as an automobile manufacturer, Lamborghini soon dispelled any lingering doubts about its ability to compete with the world's best Grand Tourers. Reviewing the 400 GT in its 2+2 form in 1967, Autocar magazine voted it "better than all the equivalent exotic and home-bred machinery in this glamorous corner of the fast-car market". The relaxed manner of its long-legged performance was reckoned the finest quality of the Lamborghini, its V12 engine being judged to have the broadest range of smooth torque the testers had experienced. Autocar concluded: "To achieve this level of performance without noise, fuss, temperament or drama is an achievement; in the time taken for development, it is nothing short of sensational."
One of only 247 units supplied to a select band of customers between 1966 and 1968, this 400 GT 2+2 was purchased from The Gallery (Aaldering Classic & Sportscars Brummen) on 13th May 2008, since when it has been on static display, and will require recommissioning prior to road use. Accompanying documentation consists of copies of the 2008 purchase invoice and old Belgian registration papers.
Please note that if this vehicle remains within Monaco or France, the reduced rate of Import VAT at 5. 5% will be applicable on the hammer price. All customs charges will be invoiced and collected directly by our customs agent, Benaim. Please note that if you purchase as an EU Company, the VAT amount will be calculated based on your registered country's rate and paid directly there. Import rates to other EU Countries may vary and an administration fee will be charged to prepare the necessary customs clearances. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Motorcar Department or our recommended shippers.
Additional information
Directions to Fairmont Monte-Carlo
As the Hotel is situated on the race track, special access is required when the track is closed to the public.
The track closes at 09:30hrs on Friday and is scheduled to re-open that evening at 20:30hrs
During this closed track period, hotel guests and Bonhams customers are required to access the Fairmont via Casino Square and enter via the hotel's roof terrace.
The track is open to the public all day Thursday and up until 09:30hrs Friday
Normal access via the hotel's main entrance is permitted when the track is open to the public.
Day of sale instructions
Step 1:
AFIM Real Estate, 1 av. de Grande Bretagne, close to Hotel Metropole.
YOU WILL FIRST NEED TO GO TO THIS ADDRESS ON FRIDAY 13 MAY TO REQUEST A COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS BADGE.
This badge will allow you access to cross the bridge at av. des Spéluges and to access the Fairmont Hotel's roof-top entrance close to the Buddha Bar.
Step 2:
BRIDGE OVER THE CIRCUIT
to cross av. des Spéluges on Friday 13 May.
Step 3:
FAIRMONT HOTEL BONHAMS AUCTION
Access by roof-top only from 09:30hrs on Friday 13 May for people with complimentary badges.
Buyers Premium and Charges
Motor Cars
15%+VAT of the hammer price
Automobilia
27. 5%+VAT Up to €25, 000 of the hammer price
26%+VAT from €25, 001 to €700, 000 of the hammer price
20%+VAT from €700, 001 to €4, 000. 000 of the hammer price
14. 5%+VAT from €4, 000, 001 and above of the hammer price
Buyers' Obligations
ALL BIDDERS MUST AGREE THAT THEY HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BONHAMS' CONDITIONS OF SALE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM, AND AGREE TO PAY THE BUYER'S PREMIUM AND ANY OTHER CHARGES MENTIONED IN THE NOTICE TO BIDDERS. THIS AFFECTS THE BIDDERS LEGAL RIGHTS.
