The much anticipated classic & vintage car auction is coming back to the beautiful Lake Como. Organized every two years since 2011, the event is like a Christmas for vintage car lovers in which a huge classic collection of automobiles will be unveiled, and that too at the most picturesque location in the world.
The classic car auction is organized by Lake Como real estate firm RM Sotheby’s (in association with Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este) at an equally classic property – a 19th century built luxury Italian villa in town Cernobbio – Villa Erba. The entire ambiance & experience will definitely send attendees back in time.
Here is the complete schedule for the auction:
Public Preview (free):
Friday, May 26, 2017 – 10 AM to 5 PM* CEST
Preview by Catalogue (€100 – for registered bidders & catalog holders only):
Saturday, May 27, 2017 – 10 AM to 4 PM CEST
Cocktails (for catalog holders, registered bidders, consigners, and qualified media members only)
Saturday, May 27, 2017 – 4 PM to 6 PM CEST
The Auction
Saturday, May 27, 2017 – 6 PM onwards (will for 4 to 5 hours)
The 2017 edition of the classic car auction will be an extra special one – thanks to a huge array of vintage cars from different makes & different years that will be displayed in the event. To give car lovers a peek into the event in advance, here is a list of some of the most celebrated models to be displayed:
1937 Talbot-Lago T150-C SS ‘Goutte d’Eau’ Coupé
1930 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GS Spider 4th Series
1935 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Prototype
1957 BMW 507 Roadster Series I
1928 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Torpedo-Sport Avant-Garde
1953 Bentley R-Type Continental Sports Saloon
1952 Alfa Romeo 1900C Coupé
1965 AlfaRomeoGiulia Sprint GTA
1960 Ferrari 250 GT Coupé Series II
1964 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso
1965 Ferrari 275 GTS
1966 Ferrari 330 GTC
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
1969 Ferrari Dino 206 GT
1952 Lancia Aurelia B52 2000 Coupé
1988 Porsche 959 ‘Komfort’
Other than this charming vintage car collection, there will also be some post-2000 models from leading automobile makers all over the Europe. A few highlighted ones are:
2015 Porsche 918 ‘Weissach’ Spyder
2014 Ferrari LaFerrari
2004 Ferrari Enzo
2015 McLaren P1 GTR
2004 Ferrari 360 GTC
2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina
2006 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
Soon enough, a huge influx of car enthusiasts & collectors will start arriving in the lake Como region for the auction. If you too are looking forward to be there, it is advised to make the accommodation arrangements of your choice beforehand to avoid any last minute hassles.
We, Property At Lake Como, offer a huge inventory of luxury villas on rent at Lake Como. You can find all the details about facilities & amenities available at these accommodations on our website.
Bonus listing for people planning a longer stay at Lake Como
It is not uncommon for people to come to Lake Como then deciding for a longer stay. For such nature & beauty lovers, we also offer an extensive list of villas for sale at Lake Como.
Here are list of some top villas for sale:
#2. Villa Camelia
#3. Villa Lide Laglio Lake como
#5. Villa Liberty
#7. Villa Atena
#9. Villa Taverna Torno Lake Como
We welcome all car enthusiasts & tourists to check out this biyearly event at Lake Como. Also, don’t forget to spread the word about it so that people in your social circle, who would love to be there, don’t miss this opportunity.
