A 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 Lungo Spider, an extremely rare classic with only four remaining examples, will be auctioned for an estimated price between $16 million and $20 million during the Monterey Car Week in California, USA.
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The car was mistakenly stolen in July 2022 while being transported. At the time, the thieves were only targeting the tow truck.
After months of searching, the vehicle was recovered in a warehouse in North Carolina, and its fascinating history, which includes a series of notable owners, enhances its value and appeal.
Regarded as an icon among collectors, the 8C is famous for its performance in prestigious competitions such as the Mille Miglia. Additionally, with advanced engineering for its time, the 8C is admired for its innovations, such as independent suspension and hydraulic brakes, as well as its eight-cylinder engine that produced 225 horsepower, surpassing many competitors of its era.
Experts believe that the sale of this Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 Lungo Spider could exceed expectations, given the rarity of the model and the compelling narrative of its recovery. The auction house Gooding & Co. maintains an optimistic outlook, believing that the auction of the classic car could generate significant interest and value in the market.
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Source: O Globo
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