Equipment
Chrome spoke Borranis. All original except for an old repaint thats buffed through in places and shows fading where its been protected by the top and 1994 Copperstate sticker. Sound but worn, stretched and cracked original interior. Rusty wheel chrome, peeling bumper chrome. Not a whisp of smoke when it drove onto the block. Bill Ruger Collection. No Reserve.
Market commentary
The best reported sale for a LWB Cal Spyder recently has been a freshly restored example at something like $925,000 in a private sale. Christies got $831,000 here last year for Pat Ryans which looked lots better but reportedly didnt operate nearly as well. This is a 50% premium for exceptional originality but there will never be another like it, a good driving, clean running LWB Cal Spyder with just enough miles that a few thousand more wont detract at all from its value. Thierry Morin, GB plate 407 UXA, NY Concours, 10 1 2005