Spotlight: Rare Ferrari 250 LM Up For Auction

Calling all Ferrari and Le Mans enthusiasts, this is a momentous occasion that will have your hearts racing! Among the triumvirate of the most iconic Ferrari models ever created—the legendary 250 GTO, the iconic 250 Testa Rossa, and the phenomenal Ferrari 250 LM—one exceptional masterpiece is about to make history once again. Brace yourselves as the 22nd of only 32 examples ever built, this Ferrari 250 LM, takes the spotlight at the prestigious RM Sotheby Monterey Car Week’s auction.

If there ever was a car that epitomizes the pure essence of racing at Le Mans, the Ferrari 250 LM undoubtedly takes center stage. This awe-inspiring machine has a rich and illustrious history, etched in the annals of motorsport glory. Picture this: the year is 1968, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans is underway. Our beloved 250 LM is tearing up the track, vying for glory against the most iconic race cars ever to grace the Circuit de la Sarthe.

But that’s not all, for this Ferrari 250 LM has triumphed on multiple occasions, securing four overall victories and one additional class win during the 1965 BRSCC Season. The legends of motorsport such as Mike Hailwood, Innes Ireland, and Michael Parkes have piloted this very car, leaving their indelible mark on its illustrious journey.

Fast forward to today, and this remarkable piece of automotive history stands as a testament to its heritage. Retaining its original engine and transaxle utilized at Le Mans in 1968, it holds the prestigious certification with a Ferrari Classiche Red Book, proudly authenticating its glorious past.

And the excitement doesn’t end there! This Ferrari 250 LM has undergone a comprehensive restoration to its original specifications by Ferrari Classiche, an endeavor that was lovingly completed in 2021. Imagine witnessing this beauty restored to its former glory, ready to captivate a new generation of aficionados.

One can’t help but marvel at the incredible condition of this rare gem. It stands as one of the relatively few examples to have never suffered a significant crash, a testament to the care and respect it has received over the years. Its pristine condition is a tribute to the enduring passion of its owners who have safeguarded its legacy.

Having graced numerous prestigious events and exhibits, including the hallowed grounds of the 2022 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the 2021 Ferrari Finals at Mugello, and the revered Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, this Ferrari 250 LM has been celebrated worldwide. And it doesn’t stop there—the car comes with an impressive array of documentation, including factory build sheet copies, SEFAC papers, 1968 Le Mans paperwork, former owner’s correspondence, period photographs with detailed analysis, restoration summary authored by Ferrari, and a history report by the renowned Marcel Massini..