The 5 most expensive cars sold at auction: two legends managed by Juan Manuel Fangio

When mentioned Collection carsthe prices that reach in auctions often seem unattainable. Unique vehicles, with memorable sports trajectories and manufactured in extremely limited series, get paid for sums that exceed tens and even hundreds of millions of millions of millions dollars. In this exclusive group there are models that not only defined times, but became true treasures of the automotive world.

Among these jewels, there are two cars that keep a special relationship with Argentina: they were piloted by the mythical Juan Manuel Fangio, “El Chueco”, in international competitions such as the Formula 1 and the prestigious Italian Mile. Next, the ranking of the five cars sold at auctions by the highest figures, with prices that seem taken from another world.

The 5 most expensive cars sold at auction: two legends managed by Juan Manuel Fangio

5. Ferrari 290 mm (1956) – U $ S32.5 million

In the fifth position of this list is the Ferrari 290 mm of 1956, a symbol of speed and automotive legend. This vehicle was driven by Juan Manuel Fangio During the renowned Mille Miglia career in Italy, which adds an incalculable historical value. Its sale reached 32.5 million dollars, a figure that reflects its exclusivity and the greatness of its pilot.

4. Ferrari 250 Gto (1962) – U $ S48.4 million

The fourth place is occupied by another classic of Ferrarithe 250 GTO of 1962, a true jewel within the world of old cars. Only 36 units of this model were manufactured, which contributes to its high value. This piece reached 48.4 million dollars, consolidating as one of the most desired collection cars.

Ferrari 250

3. Ferrari 330 lm – U $ S51.7 million

Thirdly, Ferrari 330 LM appears, a model very close to 250 GTO but with a more powerful 4 -liter V12 engine. This car has an outstanding past in competencies such as Le Mans and Nürburgring, which increases its prestige and value. It was sold at auction for 51.7 million dollars, demonstrating the weight that its sports history has.

Ferrari 330

2. Mercedes W196R – U $ S53 million

The second place changes brands and style: it is the Mercedes W196R, a true German icon of Formula 1 of 1956. Piloted by Juan Manuel Fangio, this car known as “Silver arrow” is a legend of motor racing, and its auction closed in 53 million dollars, reflecting its historical and sports transcendence.

Mercedes w

1. Mercedes Benz 300 SLR Coupe – U $ S157.5 million

Heading the ranking is another Mercedeshe 300 SLR Coupe of 1955considered almost unattainable for its price and exclusivity. With the capacity to reach 290 km/Hy only two units manufactured, this model reached the record sum of 157.5 million dollars at auction. A true masterpiece that represents the cusp of automotive collecting.

Mercedes 300