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Old 02-09-2013, 11:30 AM   #1
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Default Auctions: Le Mans-raced 1953 Ferrari 340/375 MM headed to auction

Filed under: Motorsports, Classics, Coupe, Performance, Auctions, Europe, Ferrari, Specialty, Racing


Vintage Ferrari models show up on the auction circuit all the time, but few can match this particular '53 340/375 MM Berlinetta Competizione in terms of historical significance. Not only did the machine compete in the 1953 24 Hours of Le Mans, but this particular model managed to finish in second place before being disqualified for taking on extra brake fluid during a stop. More importantly, a total of three Formula One world champions have driven this car in competition at events like the Spa 24 Hours, Pescara 12 Hours and the Circuit of Guadeloupe.

The coolest part for us? Umberto Maglioli managed to set a public road stage record with this machine during the Carrera Panamericana by averaging 138 miles per hour over 223 miles. The effort was good enough to land the team a sixth place finish overall, and the record still stands to this day for any road stage anywhere. The 340/375 MM Berlinetta Competizione is up for auction in restored condition at the RM Auction event in Paris this week. Check out the full press release below for more information.Continue reading Le Mans-raced 1953 Ferrari 340/375 MM headed to auction
Le Mans-raced 1953 Ferrari 340/375 MM headed to auction originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 09 Feb 2013 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.


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