Equipment
Becker GP radio, chrome Borranis, factory hard and soft tops. Good older cosmetic restoration, showing some age and use. Fair paint, good interior that shows some wear. Old undercoat on chassis, probably original. One of four built, clean provenance, three owners from new. Never restored. Looks like a Cal Spyder but with an extra 1 1 2 liter to make it go. Pat Ryan Collection. No Reserve.
Market commentary
Bought for $575,000 hammer at Christies Monaco 1988. This is a great car, mostly original except for its resale red repaint, and very presentable. Better in its original Black, its still a show stopper with a mediocre Red repaint. Its highly original condition, careful stewardship in Pat Ryans collection and modest price make it a very good value to the new owner who can use it enthusiastically in tours and events without concern for its value. Its 4 liter V12 will humiliate 250 GT Cal Spyders costing 3 times as much. An astute purchase. Nick Perakis