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1978 Rondeau M378 GTP

VIN: M378001

$744,294

Unsold

High bid

Seller details

  • Auction

    Artcurial

  • Location

    Paris, France

  • Event date

    Feb 7, 2020

  • Lot

    106

Vehicle specs

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

RHD. Ford-Cosworth V8, 4-spoke centerlock modular wheels, Avon tires, fire system.

Condition

Raced at the Le Mans 24 ten times in various guises, finishing 2nd in 1981, 3rd in 1980 (GTP class winner) and 5th in 1979. Classic Endurance Racing 2019 participation sticker and probably pretty close to race ready aside from the clumsy fitted seat insert. Good older paint, largely unblemished except for roof chips in front of the engine cover and nose stone chips. The chassis and engine compartment are neat and professional.

Market commentary

Sold by RM at Monaco in 2012 for $463,662 (Euros 358,400 at the time, this bid is Euros 680,000) prior to its most recent restoration. It has a singular history and will be an important prize although there appears to be a major gulf between the bidders' assessment of value and that of the consignor.

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