COLLECTING CARS UPDATE: HAMMER FALLS AT $865,000 FOR HISTORIC SUBARU IMPREZA S6 WRC2000 RALLY CAR

Collecting Cars today announces the $865,000 auction sale of the iconic ex-Richard Burns and Robert Reid Subaru Impreza S6 WRC2000, which stormed to victory in the 2000 Rally of Great Britain - a vehicle widely regarded as 'the most original WRC car in the world.'

The legendary Subaru was taken directly from the finish line of the 2000 Network Q Rally GB by its first private owner, assuring the originality of the famed rally car, which has been preserved for 21 years since. The final hammer price resulted from highly competitive activity on the virtual auction block.

The new week features dozens of additions to the Collecting Cars global auction, most notably led by a rare 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta. Showcased in this new video, the V12-engined masterpiece was ordered from the factory via Maranello Concessionaires by a former member of the Royal Air Force. This unique example combines silver coachwork over a light blue Connolly Vaumol leather interior, a wood-rimmed steering wheel and Borrani wire wheels.

Restored with extensive mechanical work and a full bare-metal repaint in 2011, this Daytona Berlinetta was granted Ferrari Classiche Certification in 2012.

Collecting Cars also presents 'The Colour and Chrome Collection,' an assemblage of seven classic Mercedes-Benz models representing the marque's 'golden era of design,' spanning a two-decade period starting in the 1960s. Accented by sleek chrome elements, each of these seven rare modes typify the class and character of their eras.

Highlights of this collection starts with its oldest model, a fully restored 1966 230 SL 'Pagoda' roadster. Defining luxury, a 280 SE 3.5 saloon from 1972 has been restored in the timeless combination of silver over red.

Built a decade later but no less stylish; the W123-generation 230 TE on offer is finished in the rare hue of Cactus Green and retains its original MB Tex and cloth interior. This modern classic is equipped with a factory sunroof, power steering, and the four-speed manual gearbox.

DOMESTIC ENTRIES THIS WEEK

Highlights include:

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 'Fuelie' Convertible

This two-toned first-generation Corvette is powered by an aftermarket fuel-injected 350ci (5.7-litre) V8, which is coupled with a smooth automatic transmission. Re-sprayed and re-upholstered, this rare Corvette is fitted with 16-inch alloy wheels, disc brakes and an aftermarket stereo.

1974 Volkswagen Type 181 'Thing'

Presented in highly original condition, this Type 181 'Thing' shares mechanical components with Volkswagen's Type 1 Beetle and Microbus, featuring a 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four coupled with four-speed manual transmission.

1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

A refined classic grand tourer, this 560SL boasts a charcoal black exterior and gray leather interior. Under the hood is a 5.6-litre V8, producing around 272bhp, coupled with a four-speed automatic transmission.

2019 Range Rover Sport SVR

Finished in Madagascar Orange Metallic over a full black leather interior, this luxurious high-performance 4X4 is powered by a supercharged 5.0-litre V8, producing 575bhp, coupled with the eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift, for a 0-60mph time of just 4.3 seconds.

Quick facts:

• Collecting Cars is a 24/7 online auction. Unlike traditional auctions, cars are sold within 7 days in a safe, secure, and hassle-free process to a large audience of committed buyers. There are no selling fees – the seller receives 100% of the hammer price and keep possession of the car until the successful buyer arranges to collect it.

• To date, the platform has sold more than 2,900 lots, and total sales value generated for sellers exceeds $141m.

• The multi-national auction company has headquarters in London, offices in Munich and Sydney, and now in Los Angeles.

• With registered users in more than 90 countries around the world, sellers can have confidence that their car is marketed to a truly global audience.

• The best-selling brand on Collecting Cars is Porsche, with more than 400 cars sold since launch.

• More than 90% of sales since launch have been completed without a physical viewing, underscoring the significant trust

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