Equipment
The newer of two self contained transporters used by Ferrari in the 50s and 60s, this one equipped with sleeping quarters and an on board workshop with two level racks for three cars. Sold by Ferrari to Zanons circus then stored until the early 90s. Restored along with its sibling at S.I.L.M.A. Bus in Modena in the late 90s, this one in like new condition while the other (a 1953 Tipo 643) was mechanically restored but preserved in largely original cosmetic condition. Sold to Pat Hart in 2000 and used in historic racing, displayed at Pebble Beach in 2002. Recently freshened and now in nearly like new condition.
Market commentary
The 1953 Fiat 643 was sold here in 2007 for $297,000. Both of them are important pieces of the Ferrari legend, often shot arriving at races with their racks full of prototypes and GP cars. This one looks better (and is better) and brought a thrilling price that establishes a milestone in the history of truck values. Like the Testa Rossa (the most expensive automobile in auction history) and the Duesenberg Whittell Coupe (the most expensive American automobile) this is probably the most expensive truck in auction history.