Top 10 most expensive cars sold at auction in the United States: 1963 Ferrari went for $ 17.7 million. Photo

Some cars become legends overnight. Not everyone can afford these exquisite, stylish, and striking models. In fact, some rare pieces are sold at auctions for fabulous sums of money, and their value only grows over time.

For example, the Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder went under the hammer for an incredible $17.6 million, and the legendary 1970 Plymouth was sold for a little less - for $2 million. Top Gear has published the top 10 most expensive cars sold at auction in the United States.

Porsche 959 Komfort in 1987

Price at auction: $1.8 million

The car that was supposed to be the evolution of the 911 Dakar World Rally Championship's Group B, the Porsche 959 instead established itself as a supercar with futuristic electronics and speed characteristics.

Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing from 1956

Price at auction: $2 million

To the untrained eye, this piece of classic-style metal might look like a lightly restored junkyard find. In fact, it's one of Mercedes' finest models. As a test bed for many revolutionary engineering achievements at the time, such as the independent four-wheel suspension, the 300SL Gullwing is, according to preliminary estimates, well worth its price.

Plymouth Hemi Cuda Convertible 1970

Price at auction: $2.5 million.

While most Plymouth Hemi Cudas are nothing special, this auction featured a true rarity. This is one of 14 convertibles produced in 1970, featuring an attractive double Bahama Yellow effect on the outside and high-quality content on the inside.

Corvette L88 1967-1969

Price at auction: $2.5 million

The unique 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 is believed to be the only L88 convertible in Tuxedo Black.

Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France Alloy Berlinetta 1958

Price at auction: $2.8 million.

The 250 GT "Tour de France" was so named after it won the competition in the late 50s. In the following decade, with Ferrari's legendary 3.0-liter V12, this model scored numerous victories in the European GT class during the golden age of sports cars.

Ferrari F40 1992

Price at auction: $3.4 million

Ferrari F40 prices are moving in only one direction and will probably never change trajectory. This is appropriate, as it is a true genesis for the supercar class. The Ferrari F40 is the first road car to show 320 km/h on the speedometer.

Shelby 427 Competition Cobra 1965

Auction price: $4.1 million.

This is one of only 23 factory cars that participated in various European championships in the late 60s. It is probably the most original American sports car in the ranking.

Ferrari Enzo 2004

Auction price: $4.5 million.

Naming a car after a legendary founding father is a big gamble. Luckily for Ferrari, it turned out to be the right decision with the Enzo.

Ford GT40 MK1 1966

Auction price: $6.9 million.

The legendary Ford GT40 won four races at Le Mans and established itself as one of the best racing cars in history.

Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spyder 1963

Price at auction: $17.7 million.

And the winner of the rating is the 250 GT SWB California Spyder, the most expensive car that went under the hammer for a fantastic $17 million.

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