Hoard of cars found hidden in manor worth millions
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A swiss stately home has revealed what could be the Holy Grail of classic cars.
The stunning collection boasts 12 motors from luxury manufacturers including Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini and Maserati, with the oldest dating back to 1921.
Thought to have been started in the 1950s by a wealthy car enthusiast, the fleet is said to have remained largely untouched for years following the owner’s death.
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The collection was rediscovered last year by the former owner’s son, and will be put up for auction later this month.
Two cars in particular hold exceptional value: a 1921 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Double Phaeton and a 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SI Roadster.
Both have an estimated value in the range of £508,000 to £678,000.
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The Roadster holds particular value, celebrating the model’s 60th anniversary in 2017, making it a highly desirable piece.
Also included in the haul is a 1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II (£68,000 – £102,000), a four-seater Lamborghini GT Espada (£59,000 – £85,000) and the fastest road car ever produced by Maserati, a 4.9L Ghibli SS (£85,000 – £127,000).
If all vehicles sell close to the top end of their estimated value range, the entire collection will pull in well over £2 million.
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The cars will be auctioned off in Bonham’s Spa Classic sale on 21 May at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium.