Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 49
1971 Ferrari Dino 246 GT ‘E’ Series BerlinettaCoachwork by PininfarinaChassis no. 2398“Occasionally… we do test cars that closely approach perfection… Into this rare category One of the most beautiful Ferraris ever madecomes the 2.4-litre transverse mid-engined Ferrari” – Motor magazine, July 1971. In the Slavic Ferrari Collection for 34 years,The Ferrari Dino 246 GT Swiss registered and ‘matching numbers’ Enzo Ferrari perpetuated the memory of his late son Alfredino (‘Dino’) by naming One of 1,779 ‘E’ series coupés – the best ‘all-rounder’ Dinoafter him first, all V6-powered racing single-seaters and sports cars and second,the company’s first ‘affordable’ road car, a mid-engined V6 of stunning looks and Recent mechanical overhaulpropor tions. The 246 GT Dino’s wonderfully swooping, Pininfarina lines remain today one of thebest shapes ever conceived for a mid-engined sports car. The first roadgoing Dino appeared at the Paris Show in 1965 as a concept basedon the 206 S sports-racer. Its mid-mounted, 2.0-litre 65º V6 engine ran lengthwaysbehind the driver. But when the car went into production in 1968, as the Dino 206GT, it carried a transverse engine.The external badging simply said ‘Dino’, Ferrari’spenultimate tribute to his son. The ultimate compliment, however, came in a more subtle form. Dinos were giveneven chassis numbers, since Ferrari’s earliest days the mark of its competition cars. The Dino 246 GT was introduced in late 1969 with a 195bhp, 2,418cc motor.The 246 GT and sister GTS continued in production until mid-1974, by whichtime a total of nearly 3,900 had been built, berlinettas outnumbering spiders by overtwo to one. 50 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 51
Both were exhilarating to drive, and crowning their popular success Tony Curtis, Jean-Pierre Slavic for CHF 38,000 and repainted classic Rosso Corsa, forming part ofas American playboy Danny Wilde, drove a 246 GT in the 1971 TV series The Mr Slavic’s museum for the next 34 years, latterly gifted to his daughter. Use duringPersuaders!. this time was sparing, probably no more than 2,000km, which suggests that the odometer reading of 26,000km may well be correct. Ferrari Classiche also confirm the engine number as original to this car.Dino production progressed through three different series – ‘L’, ‘M’ and ‘E’ – each slightly better engineered, with small visual differences of wheels, wiper layout and It features slightly flared wheel arches, a factory option which, according to Crausaz,seats. Mechanically, the cars remained generally unchanged. the Ferrari coachbuilder who repainted the car many years ago, are original, although the car may well bear the front grille and bumpers of a later ‘E’ series Dino.This motor car In 2014 the Dino was sold via Kidston SA to the current Swiss private bankerAccording to Ferrari factory sources, this mid-production ‘E’ series Dino was sold owner, who has carried out further mechanical maintenance work for approximatelynew in July 1971 to Sicilian Ferrari racer Salvatore Le Pira in Catania. It was painted CHF 12,000. All bills are available.The strict Swiss roadworthiness ‘expertise’ is upGiallo Fly (ref. 20-Y-191) and came with black upholstery. Le Pira was a well-known to date, dating from April 2014.local Ferrari racing driver and later became a Ferrari dealer. This is a pretty Dino with fine provenance that, apart from an older colour change,On 27 December 1974 the Dino was registered in Vaud, Switzerland, and by 1980 appears to be remarkably untouched. It comes totally au point and ready forit was painted white and owned by the mayor of Plan-les-Ouates, a watchmaking spirited driving in the hands of its next owner.suburb of Geneva. It was acquired from him by pioneering Swiss Ferrari collector52 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 53
1992 Bentley Continental Series IV ConvertibleCoachwork by Mulliner Park WardChassis no. SCBZD02D2NCX40055The Bentley Continental Final model with Automatic Ride Control and glass rear window, one of just 73 builtWhile Rolls-Royce first produced two-door saloon and convertible versions ofits thoroughly modern Silver Shadow (and equivalent Bentley T Series) in 1967, Strikingly elegant livery: Midnight Blue paintwork,the name best associated with the models was coined in March 1971 – ‘Corniche’, black interior, black mohair hooda title that conveyed the allure of the hedonistic lifestyle of the international set:summers spent on the sunny Côte d’Azur, winters skiing in Gstaad or shooting Left-hand drive, European specificationin Yorkshire. with many desirable optionsThe Corniche Convertible was a masterpiece of design, penned with great elegance In immaculate condition and fresh from a €30,000by John Blatchley and handbuilt at HJ Mulliner Park Ward in West London. Waiting overhaul by concours experts Clark & Carterlists were usually long, and it took four months to complete each car – the poweredconvertible roof alone requiring two weeks.Under the bonnet sat the familiar Rolls-Royce 6750cc V8, mated to a GM 400automatic transmission. As the company’s flagship, the Corniche benefited fromthe most powerful engines – good enough for 120mph – and, one by one,improvements that were later to be introduced across the rest of the range.A new fascia and bi-level air-conditioning from the Camargue made their way tothe Corniche before appearing in other models.In 1977 the Corniche was updated to Shadow II/Bentley T2 specification,improvements that included a small air dam and rack-and-pinion steering, makingit a far better car to drive. As the years passed, the cars grew increasingly moresophisticated, with computer-activated Automatic Ride Control (ARC), ABSbraking, fuel-injection and K-Motronic engine management all appearing on thehand-finished car, now just produced in tiny numbers and affordable by equally few.54 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
In mid-1984 all Bentley convertibles were called Throughout, Rolls-Royce was far and away the This motor car‘Continentals’, distancing themselves from the less dominant marque. Up to the end of production insporting Rolls-Royce name. They were the first to 1995, buyers overwhelmingly chose the Spirit of Chassis ‘40055’ was commissioned on 29 July 1991be fitted with alloy wheels, another nod to their Ecstasy to the ‘Flying B’ on the cars’ lavishly chromed and finally invoiced to Parisian agent Franco Britannicperformance credentials. radiator shells. From 1971 to 1995, some 500 Bentleys Automobiles on 2 June 1992 for a total of 1,159,816 were sold vs. over 5000 Rolls-Royces. French Francs, a figure that included 8,296 FrenchThe final models were those with every possible Francs for ‘cocktail requisites for each door’.mechanical upgrade, most importantly ARC, and a By then only produced to special order for theglass rear window set in a redesigned hood. These company’s preferred client list, the model was the last Documentation accompanying ‘40055’ showsCorniche IVs and equivalent Bentley Continentals to be built by hand by the craftsmen at HJ Mulliner Park the painstaking process undertaken by the saleswere the ultimate – in all senses – versions of the Ward. For many years it was one of the world’s most departments both at the selling agent and at Crewe.two-door drophead saloon that had been in hand- expensive cars, comfortably the equivalent in status Such was the almost infinite number of variations inbuilt production for nearly three decades. of a Ferrari or Aston Martin. With the passing of the trim and colour available to the customer, that the final Corniche and Continental, truly, an era had ended. choice of specification must have been quite a process. Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 55
Despite the many hundreds of combinations on offer, though, the discerning first client decided on subtle, ‘triple black’, with the entire car (including Everflex roof and leather interior) finished in luxuriant, deep black.The build sheet even quaintly notes: ‘Tyres – colour: Black’. The coachlining was ‘double thin fine lines’ in ‘Turbo- badge’ red. The full options list includes: • Non-opening rear seat armrest • Open compartment – LH door, open compartment – RH door • Fixed rear seat • Individual squab – rear seat, individual cushion – rear seat • Radiator shell – chrome, painted vanes • Left-hand-side boot badge – black ‘Bentley’, right-hand-side boot badge – ‘Continental’ • Air horns • Air bag system • Tinted windscreen – ‘Sundym’ • Painted door mirrors56 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
The car was equipped with a radio/tape player is consequently Swiss registered. In his ownership As only eight turbocharged Bentley Continentalsand power amplifier. The woodwork was burr the coachwork was repainted Midnight Blue. (including three for Brunei) were to follow thiswalnut with boxwood inlay. All hide, carpet and Servicing work has been carried out by Bentley final run of 73 naturally aspirated Series IV cars,roof headlining was black. Pre-delivery, the car was Geneva and, recently, British specialists P&A Wood. ‘40055’ is a fine example of the one of the last-everfitted with extended runners to the driver’s seat Additional work, at a cost of €30,000 plus tax, has Bentleys hand-built by craftsmen at HJ Mulliner(for extra legroom), an additional set of lambswool just been completed by renowned restorers Clark Park Ward. To the ultimate specification of a glassrugs and a fine crystal cocktail set made to fit in and Carter, who also rebuilt and re-trimmed the rear window and with electronic, three-positionthe door compartments – at a cost of £2,416.00. hood in finest black mohair. Automatic Ride Control, the supremely elegant example we offer today is a rare opportunityPurchased by the Belgian heir to the wildly The car has wanted for nothing and comes to buy one of the marque’s most iconic andsuccessful Smurfs cartoon fortune, ‘40055’ later complete with all books and tools. charismatic models, a long-term appreciatingpassed to the chairman of a Swiss private bank and thoroughbred motorcar. Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 57
‘The Devil’s Enzo’2004 Ferrari EnzoCoachwork by PininfarinaChassis no. 135261“In 1999 we won the manufacturers’ championship; in 2000 we added the drivers’ Delivery mileage from newchampionship for the first time in 21 years.We won the last championship of the 20thCentury, and the first of the 21st Century. I wanted to celebrate this with a car very Has never been exposed to track use, dealer showroommuch like a Formula 1.After honouring Modena and Maranello, we felt this was the right or auction, or had any meaningful road usecar to honour the name of our founder.” – Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, formerPresident of Ferrari. Rare – one of 32 cars – and desirable original colour scheme of Nero with black leatherThe Ferrari Enzo European version with all EU taxes paidFortuitously, the Enzo’s announcement in mid-summer 2002 coincided withMichael Schumacher clinching that year’s Formula 1 drivers’ championship for Freshly serviced by Maranello ConcessionairesFerrari, his third in a row for the Italian manufacturer. Indeed, the German superstar and indistinguishable from newhad been instrumental in the Enzo’s development, contributing much valuable inputto the refinement of its driving manners. Formula 1-derived technology aboundedin the Enzo. Its electro-hydraulic six-speed manual transmission had already beenseen in other Ferraris and was further refined, changing ratios in a lightning-fast150 milliseconds, while the steering wheel with its plethora of buttons, lights andswitches was guaranteed to make any F1 driver feel at home. Carbon brake discshad been standard F1 equipment for many years, but the Enzo’s carbon-ceramicrotors represented a ‘first’ for a production road car. Double-wishbone suspension, or variations thereof, is to be found on virtuallyevery modern supercar, but the Enzo’s incorporated pushrod-operated dampersall round, just like a racing car. In one important respect Ferrari’s new sports carwas superior to its F1 cousin: incorporating Skyhook adaptive suspension, a type oftechnology banned from the racetrack since the late 1990s. Constructed entirelyfrom carbonfibre and Kevlar, the monocoque chassis tub was immensely stiff,a necessary requirement of the adaptive suspension.58 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 59
It may not look like a Formula 1 car, but the Enzo off) this 6.0-litre unit produced a mighty 660bhp, 33 supercar, the Enzo was reserved for proven Ferraristi ofbenefited from aerodynamic developments made in horsepower more than its iconic BMW-powered repute. It’s no great surprise that demand far exceededmotorsport’s premier category, enabling it to dispense McLaren F1 rival. supply, and still does.with the rear wing of its F40 and F50 predecessors, employing an under-body diffuser instead. Unleashing all this power in a straight line produced This motor car acceleration figures of 0-100km/h (62mph) in a little Harking back to another landmark Ferrari – a over 3.5 seconds, with 200km/h (124mph) achievable We are pleased to present, on behalf of a world-classGroup 4 sports-racer this time – the doors opened in 9.5 seconds. Yet applying the brakes hard enough private collection, probably the best Ferrari Enzoupwards and forwards, just like those of the Tipo could bring the Enzo back to a standstill in only an available anywhere today. It has covered just 351km512 of 1970. Although not as stark as that of additional 5.7 seconds – impressive stuff. The top from new, is finished in one of the rarest and mostan out-and-out competition car, the Enzo’s interior speed? A little over 350km/h (218mph). sought-after colours and has never been exposedwas more functional than that of previous Ferrari to a track, dealer showroom or auction, or had anyroad cars, boasting a mix of leather trim and Hitherto, Ferrari had shied away from providing ‘driver meaningful road use.carbonfibre panelling. aids’ on this type of car but perhaps not surprisingly given this level of performance, they opted to fit The first owner of this example, a prominent RomanThe heart of any car though, and especially of a Ferrari, traction control, anti-lock brakes and power-assisted lawyer, longstanding supporter of the Ferrari marqueis its engine; that of the Enzo being a 60-degree V12, a steering to the Enzo. and Kidston SA client, was one of the chosen few andconfiguration long associated with the Italian marque received his Enzo on 6 February 2004. He preservedand so the natural choice for a model bearing the A mere 399 examples of this ‘legend in the making’ it thereafter as a collector’s item. In fact, its firstname of the company’s founder. Deploying four valves were scheduled for production. Needless to say, few years were spent in storage with the supplyingper cylinder, variable valve timing and variable length Ferrari had no trouble whatsoever in selling them all. concessionaire in Rome, and the car was never drivenintake trumpets (the latter another Formula 1 spin- Still unsurpassed as the ultimate non-hybrid Ferrari on the public road. In 2011 Kidston handled the sale60 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 61
of the Enzo to its present owner, whereupon it was imported handbooks and tools and even a personalized letter fromto the UK and remained in climate-controlled storage. Luca Cordero di Montezemolo congratulating the buyer – anThe total mileage to date stands at just 351km, this being ‘opinion leader’ on his acquisition and receipt of one of thethe distance covered in pre-delivery testing and post-delivery first Enzos delivered, and the first to Rome.servicing alone. Neither owner has ever driven the car. Its specification includes one of the rarest colours – Nero Chassis ‘135261’ offers the sophisticated collector of Ferrari(black) – with matching black leather upholstery (Nero ref. supercars a ‘holy grail’ opportunity: a completely unmarked,8500) and contrasting red dials for the instruments. as-new ‘time capsule’ example of a watershed moment of car design, and without question a landmark in the illustriousMore usually seen in vibrant but obvious Rosso Corsa, only 32 history of Ferrari road cars.Enzos were commissioned in dark and dramatic Nero. You witnessed the Pope’s Enzo - now meet the Devil’s Enzo...When photographed by our team the car was found to be untouched in every respect, with fitted cover, owners62 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 63
The benchmark hypercar of the 21st Century2006 Bugatti Veyron 16.4Chassis no. VF9SA15B06M795036“It is sensational. Incredible. Unbelievable. Not merely the fastest and most powerful car First registered 6 December 2006, ordered direct fromthe world has ever known but also, possibly, the best car ever.” – Autocar, October 2005. Bugatti Automobiles SAS, Molsheim The Bugatti Veyron Swiss registered and tax paid, EEC certificate of conformity, full service record up to dateWhen future historians and collectors consider which motor car best defined theearly 21st Century, surely the BugattiVeyron will be at the top of most experts’ lists. A superb example of Bugatti’s now discontinued 253mphThe absolute benchmark for outright performance in our era, and a technological Veyron in striking light blue with silver, paired with a blue interiortour de force, the Veyron was the ‘hypercar’ which finally toppled the McLaren F1from its perch as the world’s fastest automobile – and look what has happened Freshly serviced (CHF 52,000) with four new tyresto F1 values and those of subsequent limited-edition offerings from McLaren (P1),Ferrari (LaFerrari) and Porsche (918 Spyder).The Veyron was launched in 2005 and named in memory of Pierre Veyron, whowon the 1939 Le Mans 24-hour race for Bugatti. The name ‘16.4’ stands for16-cylinders/four turbochargers. The Veyron, named ‘Car of the Decade’ by TopGear, was produced from 2005 to 2015.All cars were manufactured at Bugatti’s traditional home in Molsheim, France.The original Veyron’s performance was staggering, with a 0-62mph in 2.46 secondsand the quarter mile in 9.9 seconds, crossing the line at 149.1mph. Top speedwas 253mph.After four years of special editions, production of all models stopped in 2015.According to factory records, 300 coupés were produced, of which 252 were theoriginal Veyron and 48 the Super Sport. 64 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 65
This motor car The car has recently undergone a full yearly service at Pichler GFG AG totalling over CHF 52,000, which included returning the wheels to Molsheim for the fitment of four new tyres, tyre pressure sensors and valves. Pichler confirmed to our clientThis Bugatti Veyron 16.4 was delivered on 7 December 2006, the commission that having inspected the wheels they are good for another two tyre changes before replacement. Please note that as of November 2015 Bugatti has announcedhandled directly by Bugatti Automobiles SAS, in Molsheim, France. The original a revised, more affordable tariff for Veyron maintenance including wheels and tyres.Country of Destination was Germany. Mileage stands at circa 15,000km, most of which has been covered by the present, second owner, a connoisseur of fine motor cars whose stable has includedFinished in arguably the best looking colour combination of any Veyron, a striking everything from Ferrari 250 GT SWB, 250 LM and 196 SP to myriad supercarslight blue with silver, paired with a one-colour blue interior, individual touches including, notably, a McLaren F1.include an engine-turned centre console and black brake calipers. This Veyron isSwiss registered and taxes paid. It comes with an ‘EEC – Certificate of Conformity’ Presented in perfect ‘as delivered’ condition, serviced right up to date and in aso can be easily re-registered elsewhere in the European Union subject to local highly desirable and subtle colour combination, this low-mileage Veyron is animport taxes opportunity to buy a two-owner, accident free example of Bugatti’s ground- breaking ‘new era’ hypercar.Servicing has been carried out in accordance with Bugatti’s strict recommendations: With all current and future 200mph+ hypercars now using hybrid technology,10 April 2009: 432km Bugatti Automobiles SAS, Molsheim despite its advanced technological specification the Veyron is still an ‘analogue’ machine powered by an immensely potent turbocharged motor; in every way a5 May 2010: 1,506km Bugatti Automobiles SAS, Molsheim Bugatti true to the spirit of the extravagant and exclusive machines of the 1930s.31 March 2011: 7,332km HR Owen, London11 July 2012: 7,648km Bugatti Automobiles SAS, Molsheim5 March 2013: 9,745km Pichler GFG AG, Gstaad3 November 2015: 14,760km Pichler GFG AG, Gstaad66 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 67
Recently handled by Kidston SA68 | Kidston SA | Motor Cars For Sale
Motor Cars For Sale | Kidston SA | 69
One of the last 10 cars built 1964 Maserati 3500 GTi Spyder Coachwork by Vignale1962 Maserati 3500 GTi SpyderCoachwork by Vignale70 | Kidston SA | Recently Handled
“Just wanted to say how much Iappreciate the professional seamlesstransaction handled by yourself.”The ex-Neil Corner/ Noel Edmonds1965 Ford GT40 Mk I Production Racing Coupe Recently Handled | Kidston SA | 71
Total factory restoration 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400S Coachwork by Bertone “My experience with Kidston was brilliant - they are professional, competent and truly passionate and knowledgeable about collectible cars. I am absolutely delighted with my purchase and looking forward to enjoying it!”72 | Kidston SA | Recently Handled
Ferrari Classiche Certified 1991 Ferrari F40 Berlinetta Coachwork by Pininfarina1965 Ferrari 275 GTSCoachwork by Pininfarina Recently Handled | Kidston SA | 73
From A Royal Collection 1989 Porsche 911 SpeedsterThe ex-Gianni Agnelli1952 Bentley R-Type ContinentalCoachwork by H.J. Mulliner74 | Kidston SA | Recently Handled
Unique original specification1961 Aston Martin DB4GT Zagato“I am in no doubt that your involvement has been the magic ingredient.” Recently Handled | Kidston SA | 75
One of three “Big thank you for all your help - amazing.”1966 Aston Martin DB6Short Chassis Vantage Volante76 | Kidston SA | Recently Handled
Search
