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Not Sold (Est: £2,089,724 - £2,388,256)
1979 Ferrari 512 BB/LM ‘Silhouette
US • 20 Aug 2022
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Ferrari 512 BB/LM 'Silhouette' by Pininfarina, chassis number 29511, is the 13th of 29 examples built and retains its matching-numbers engine, transaxle, and coachwork, as certified by a Ferrari Classiche Red Book. It boasts a documented chain of just four caretakers, a successful racing history including the model’s best-ever finish at Daytona in 1985, and a comprehensive restoration in 2013.
Condition
8
The car underwent a comprehensive restoration to original standards in 2013 by Dennison International's Racing Division, including a full cosmetic refinish in the original color combination. It has been presented multiple times at the Cavallino Classic and won the Trofeo di Florida in 2014. The car is fitted with its matching-numbers engine and transaxle (which have been rebuilt) and accompanied by the correct spare motor (recently rebuilt).
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LHD
United States
29511
1979
Auction
Description
Following the 1976 development of the original 365 GT4 BB into the 5-liter Berlinetta Boxer, speculation surged about the model’s competition potential.
Enzo Ferrari approved four examples to be prepared for the 1978 24 Hours of Le Mans, henceforth known as the 512 BB/LM.
These cars were powered by a more highly developed version of the 5-liter flat-12, featured reduced curb weight, and were crowned with a chin spoiler and a large rear wing to improve downforce.
Unfortunately, the 512’s transaxle was no match for the uprated engine, forcing four early retirements, but clientele were sufficiently intrigued to justify further development.
A second series of BB/LM examples was approved that featured Lucas fuel injection, boosting output to 480 horsepower with improved mid-range torque.
The transaxle was strengthened, oil-cooling radiators were added, and the brakes and suspension were upgraded.
Weight was further reduced to 2,370 pounds, and the chassis were mounted with new Pininfa...
Price Analysis vs Other 512 BB/LMs
£1,669,299
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£1,669,299
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£1,669,299
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Auction House Headquarters
RM Sotheby's
1 Classic Car Drive, Blenheim, Ontario, N0P 1A0, Canada
Operating from Blenheim, Ontario, RM Sotheby's is a physical auction house handling high-end classic, historic competition, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions globally and offer vehicle consignment and private sales.
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