The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
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The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
The Stars of Artcurial Motorcars’ Le Mans Classic Sale
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Paris, 17th June, 2022

To mark the 10th edition of Le Mans Classic, Artcurial Motorcars returns to present some 189 exceptional lots on Saturday 2 July 2022, at 11:00h for Automobilia and Motorcycles and 13:30h for Collectors’ Cars.

A few figures to illustrate the 2022 edition:

- 19 exceptional motorbikes from two collections
- 33 automobilia lots, including two helmets: one worn by Alain Prost in 1989, and the other, a charity lot, signed by the winners of Tour Auto
- Pierre Héron Collection: 24 barn-find French cars, beneath the dust for 40 years, discovery of the year!
- The Renault Icons: 8 remarkable lots with exceptional provenance, from an exclusive collaboration between Renault and Artcurial Motorcars
- 87 lots at no reserve
- 31 cabriolets for the start of summer!

According to Matthieu Lamoure, Directeur Artcurial Motorcars, "From the Maserati A6 GCS, delivered new in France, to the Airstream caravan, this edition of Le Mans Classic promises a spectacle as exciting in the auction tent as on the 24 Hour circuit!"

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The Stars of the Sale

1954 Maserati A6 GCS/53 Fiandri Spyder #2071

Delivered new in France
6th overall and class winner in the Tour de France Automobile 1954
Complete and transparent history, documented racing provenance
One of the most authentic examples of the A6 GCS in existence
Est. €3,250,000–3,650,000



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1983 Renault RE40 #03

Raced during the 1983 season by Alain Prost, four-times F1 World Champion
Est. €800,000–1,200,000

1958 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Roadster

Sold new in Germany
Matching numbers
Est. €950,000–1,150,000

1986 Toyota Tom’s 86C Group C

The only remaining Toyota Tom’s 86C factory car
Genuine Group C with known history
Est. €500,000–700,000 (No reserve)

1937 Frazer Nash BMW 328 Roadster

Prestigious provenance and history – ex-Earl Howe
High-level restoration by BMW Classic
Eligible for all top international historic events
Est. €500,000–700,000


Numerous Collections & Superb Provenance…

The Renault Icons
Just a few weeks ago, Renault, the historic mobility brand, and Artcurial Motorcars announced the start of an exclusive collaboration.
The sale at Le Mans Classic marks the first stage of this partnership with 8 legendary vehicles offered in a section entitled "The Renault Icons".

1983 Renault RE40 Formula 1 driven by Alain Prost
Est. €800,000–1,200,000

1986 Tyrrell 015 Formula 1 driven by Philippe Streiff
Est. €150,000–250,000

1991 Renault Clio 16S Group A ex-Carlos Tavares
Est. €60,000–100,000 (No reserve)

1999 Renault-Williams Laguna BTCC
Est. €40,000–80,000 (No reserve)

1993 Williams-Renault FW15 Formula 1 Show car
Est. €40,000–80,000 (No reserve)

1997 Benetton B197 Formula 1 Show car
Est. €40,000–80,000 (No reserve)

1970 Formula Renault ELF Gordini for children
Est. €10,000–20,000 (No reserve)

1985-1986 Renault Elf V6 Turbo EF15 engine
Est. €60,000–100,000 (No reserve)

The 24 French barn-find cars of Pierre Héron!
For some 60 years, the engineer Pierre Héron admired and collected Delahaye, Grégoire and Talbot cars. Driven by him in the early days, they have been stored for the last 40 years. Artcurial Motorcars has woken them up from their sleep.

The Motorbikes of a Gentleman Driver and Aesthete
Nineteen motorbikes will come under the hammer in this sale, including an exceptional collection belonging to an enthusiast with a passion for beautiful machinery. An aesthete with an appreciation of design and performance, he assembled some wonderful machines by marques including Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Aermacchi, Brough Superior and MV Agusta. These superb bikes, mostly unique models, stand alone as works of art that will appeal to both connoisseurs and enthusiasts of exceptional motorcycles.

The Wind in Your Hair!
Coming from a Monegasque enthusiast, two great classics in their convertible form will be presented.
Rarely seen on the market and from the same collection: a 1970 Mercedes Benz 280 SE 3,5L cabriolet, complete with a range of sought-after options including air-conditioning and four electric windows, and one of 26 examples of a left-hand drive Bentley S3 Continental Cabriolet Mulliner Park Ward from 1963 (Est. €260,000/320,000).
Of course, you will also find some classic convertibles including the Jaguar E-Type cabriolet in 3.8 and 4.2 versions, Porsche 911 Targas and, if you’re after something a little different, a Hommel Barquette.

On Your Marques!

The Fiat 124 Abarth Gr. 4: the perfect vehicle in which to compete in historic competitions

The Alfa Romeo GTA represents the very best in Italian competition client cars and the example presented is perfectly restored and with a rare authenticity

The R5 turbo Tour de Corse ex Touren has enjoyed a fantastic career, and has been conserved by the current owner since 1988.

The Mercedes 190 E of Bruno Bouscary: prepared by Dany Snobeck to an exceptional standard, close to the production and DTM cars of the day, making this Gr. A the most competitive of rally cars.

Grand Touring in the Spotlight!

Aston Martin DB4 and DB6
Dino 246 GT series E
Maserati Ghibli 4,9L SS
Ferrari 512 BB

Generation 80's and Youngtimers!

Two Peugeot 205s, a Griffe and a Rallye
Ferrari 456 MGT and 430 Spider with mechanical gearbox
Lamborghini Murcielago with mechanical gearbox
Aston Martin V8 Volante Virage LWB
Ferrari Testarossa ‘sortie de parking’ complete with 20 years of dust!