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2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island Auction Result Highlights: (click on picture for high-resolution version)

1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spyder – Did not sell at high bid of $1,975,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $2,400,000 – $2,900,000. This no sale is a result of market timing, as this very attractive 250 GT LWB California Spyder would have sold for a price within the estimate range 9-12 months ago. Today, this is market correct. We’re told there are a lot of post-sale discussions so it may trade soon.
1930 Duesenberg Model J Murphy Convertible Coupe – Sold for $1,072,500 versus pre-sale estimate of $1,100,000 – $1,500,000. It is no surprise that Sam and Emily Mann’s Duesenberg Model J did fairly well as it’s extremely well-known and cared for, plus they have driven in thousands of miles over the past years. A known rare commodity (and a great driver) will continue to receive attention from the marketplace, although the end result was 20% lower than 9-12 months ago.
1930 Isotta-Fraschini Mode 8A Convertible Sedan – Did not sell at high bid of $240,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $400,000 – $500,000.	1954 Cunningham C-3 – Did not sell at high bid of $250,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $400,000 – $600,000.
1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Berlinetta – Did not sell at high bid of $500,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $700,000 – $900,000. The many custom “GTO-like” features apparently hurt more than they helped.	1951 Nash-Healey Le Mans Alloy Roadster – Sold for $67,100 versus pre-sale estimate of $100,000 – $125,000. Incredibly cheap entry into many important rallies and events. Well bought and then some.
1963 AC Cobra – Did not sell at high bid of $790,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $1,000,000 – $1,400,000. While this 289 Cobra represents the first American Ford entry at Le Mans, its post-race history was typical of race cars – muddled – and the result showed the hesitation.
1941 Chrysler Newport Dual Cowl Phaeton – Sold for $687,500 versus pre-sale estimate of $800,000 – $1,200,000. This patinated Chrysler would be a great addition to a period Indianapolis 500 collection. However, most we spoke with had a difficult time getting their hands around what they would do with it.
1966 AC 427 Cobra – Sold post sale for $675,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $700,000 – $900,000. Unless we missed something, this was either a gift or the new market level for non-comp AC 427 Cobras.	1957 Alfa Romeo Spider “Veloce Monoposto” – Did not sell at high bid of $70,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $75,000 – $130,000. This well-traveled and well-presented Alfa raced in the 1991 Mille Miglia and many vintage racing events.
1927 Hudson Super Six Supercharged Sports Tourer – Sold for $198,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $140,000 – $180,000. Well done reproduction inspired by the factory racing Hudsons.	1954 Hudson Italia Coupe – Sold for $275,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $275,000 – $350,000.
1911 Oldsmobile Autocrat “Yellow Peril” Race Car – Sold for $660,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $700,000 – $1,000,000. This massive and very cool race car failed to meet its pre-market expectations, despite a lot of marketing by RM. Another victim of the market; well bought.
1954 Packard Panther-Daytona Roadster Concept Car – Sold for $700,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $700,000 – $1,000,000.
1936 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio – Did not sell at high bid of $240,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $350,000 – $450,000. Bugatti buyers were nowhere to be found in Amelia this year.	1966 Aston Martin DB6 – Sold for $121,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $150,000 – $200,000. Very nice DB6, though the bright red color may have turned off a few bidders. Well bought.
1968 Porsche 911 Race Car – Sold for $50,600 versus pre-sale estimate of $90,000 – $130,000. Sold without a reserve and reported to be ex-Trans Am racer, this appears to be a steal.	1966 Ferrari 275 GTS – Sold for $445,500 versus pre-sale estimate of $425,000 – $500,000. Sold with Ferrari Classiche certification; market correct sale, although down 15-20% from the highs.
1939 Bugatti Type 57C Faux Cabriolet “Charmaine” – Did not sell at high bid of $380,000 versus pre-sale estimate of $550,000 – $750,000. A supercharged Series III Type 57C, this result is disturbing low.
1935 Auburn 851SC Boattail Speedster – Sold for $566,500 versus pre-sale estimate of $450,000 – $550,000. Beautifully prepared, there were many parties bidding on this very desirable Boattail Speedster. Well sold.