RM Auctions to Sell Historic Daytona 24 Hour-Winning Jaguar XJR-9 at Amelia Island

November 24, 2014 by RM Auctions

• RM Auctions secures Works Jaguar XJR-9 for its Amelia Island, Florida sale, March 14, 2015

• The sole remaining original of only two purpose-built IMSA specification XJR-9s constructed, chassis 388 enjoyed huge record of success through 1988, 1989 and 1990

• 2015 marks 25th anniversary of this actual car's historic 1990 Daytona 24 hour victory in the hands of Jones/Lammers/Wallace

• XJR-9 leads a handpicked selection of 80 automobiles at RM's Amelia Island sale, the official auction of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

• Further information and frequently updated list of entries available online at www.rmauctions.com

BLENHEIM, Ontario (November 11, 2014) - RM Auctions, the official auction house of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, is delighted to announce it has secured one of the most historic sports prototype racing cars of the modern era – the Works Jaguar XJR-9, chassis 388, which won the Daytona 24 hours in 1990. Poised to cross the auction podium at RM's highly anticipated Amelia Island sale, March 14, #388 is the third of just three cars constructed for the 1988 IMSA GT Championship, run by Tom Walkinshaw Racing (TWR), and the only remaining example of just two XJR-9 chassis ever manufactured as purpose-built IMSA specification cars.

Prior to its most famous victory in 1990, #388 enjoyed two highly successful seasons in 1988 and 1989. In 1988, predominantly in the hands of Davey Jones and Jan Lammers, the car achieved four podium finishes and never finished a race outside of the top seven, a superb achievement that helped the Jaguar team secure third place in the IMSA constructor's championship, stamping its authority in both IMSA and Group C racing.

During the 1989 season, #388 was an equally strong contender, achieving three front-row starts including a pole position, four second-row starts and eight overall podium finishes. The '89 season saw Price Cobb and John Nielsen join the car's driver roster, leading it to a remarkable record that saw it finish on the podium for two-thirds of all the races it competed in.

By the start of 1990 season, #388 was fully developed into XJR-12 specification and went on to famously win the season's headline event, the 24 hours of Daytona, in the hands of Davey Jones, Jan Lammers and Andy Wallace. The victory was an unquestionable high point in Jaguar's illustrious endurance racing history, especially after having finished second overall with this car at Daytona in 1989. #388 also secured a podium finish at Sebring in 1990.

'We're thrilled to have been entrusted with the Works Jaguar XJR-9 for our Amelia Island sale. Its offering is made all the more special given 2015 marks the 25th anniversary of its win at Daytona,' says Max Girardo, Managing Director, RM Auctions Europe. 'It is a true work of art that effortlessly blends great design and engineering with incredible performance. The lines are fantastic – it appears fast even when standing still - and then there's the massive V-12 engine that can help propel it to a blistering 240 mph. Despite all this, it is not an intimidating car. Having driven it recently, I can attest that it is a delight to drive and easy to handle.'

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A short video highlighting the car with commentary from Max Girardo and Martin Brundle, TWR Jaguar Driver is available for viewing here: http://bit.ly/AM15Jaguar.

The historic Works XJR-9 Jaguar will lead an exceptional roster of more than 80 handpicked automobiles at RM's Amelia Island auction. Celebrating its 17th year as the official auction house of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance in 2015, the RM sale returns to the prestigious Ritz-Carlton, March 14. For further event details, including a frequently updated list of entries, please visit www.rmauctions.com or call toll-free 800.211.4371 (+1 519 352 4575 outside North America).

About RM Auctions

RM Auctions is the world's largest auction house for investment-quality automobiles. Celebrating its 35th anniversary in the collector car industry in 2014, RM's vertically integrated range of services, from restoration to private treaty sales, auctions, estate planning, and financial services, coupled with an expert team of car specialists and an international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market. RM proudly holds five of the top ten all-time records for the most expensive motor cars sold at auction. RM's restoration division has achieved unprecedented accolades, earning Best of Show honours at the world's top concours events, including four Best of Shows at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. For further information and 2013 auction dates, please visit rmauctions.com, find us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter @rmauctions.

About the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance

Winner of Octane Magazine's 2013 International Historic Motoring Event of the year, the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is among the top automotive events in the world. Always held the second full weekend in March, 'The Amelia' draws over 250 rare vehicles from collections around the world to The Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, for a celebration of the automobile like no other. Since 1996, the show's foundation has donated over $2.5 million to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc. and other deserving charities on Florida's First Coast. The 20th annual Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance is scheduled for March 13–15, 2015. For more information, visit www.ameliaconcours.org or call + 1 904 636 0027.

Photo credit: The 1988 Jaguar XJR-9 (credit – Tim Scott Fluid Images © 2014 courtesy RM Auctions).