To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Paris event, 6 February
2019.
Estimate:
€925.000 - €1.050.000
- Under 3,600 km from new
- Desirable Nero over Nero colour scheme
- One of only 80 examples built, the rarest iteration of the 599
GTB
Looking to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Pininfarina, Ferrari
decided to produce just 80 examples of a convertible version of
their 599 GTB. Dubbed the SA Aperta, this was a model reserved for
the marque's best clients. At its heart was the 6.0-litre V-12
engine sourced from the 599 GTO, capable of producing 661 bhp,
which was at the time Ferrari's most powerful street engine offered
to date. Even though the car shares many of the components of the
hardcore 599 GTO, it is slightly softer and more comfortable to
drive, making it more liveable on long journeys and giving it a
friendlier personality overall - ideal in the drop-top companion to
the 599 GTO.
Previously residing with a large collector of supercars located in
the United Arab Emirates, it has accumulated less than 3,600 km in
his ownership. Finished in Nero paintwork, its stealth appearance
is benefitted from several tasteful options, including matching
Nero brake callipers, carbon fibre hub caps, carbon fibre Scuderia
shields eschewing the traditional yellow and aftermarket tinted
taillights.
Inside, the theme continues and the car is trimmed in Nero leather
with Rosso accents, including Rosso stitching for the cavallinos
and 'SA Aperta' script on the headrests. The steering wheel,
transmission tunnel and dashboard boast carbon fibre accents,
contrasted by the red tachometer. Furthermore, it is important that
the car is accompanied by the optional carbon fibre roof, a costly
and seldom-seen option.
Delivering 599 GTO levels of performance along with the thrills of
open-air motoring, the 599 SA Aperta is a wonderful car in every
right that seemingly delivers the best of both worlds. Comfortable
and spacious enough to be used every day or for extended road
trips, and with enough performance on tap to put almost any other
car on the road firmly in the rearview mirror, it is hard to think
of a more capable modern grand tourer. Having only been driven
3,600 km from leaving the production line in Maranello, this 599 SA
Aperta would be an excellent addition to any collection for its
supreme versatility. To view this car and others currently
consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.