Opera legend's Mercs up for auction - iAfrica.com
On July 20, auction house Artcurial is putting up for sale a collection of 11 cars from the estate of a friend of the Callas family, including two limousines that belonged to the famous opera singer herself. First presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1963, the Mercedes 600 aimed to break into the luxury market until then dominated by Rolls-Royce and Bentley. There will be other collectors' cars in the sale, including a 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda series 4, the final evolution of this famous model. There are thought to be less than 100 examples existing today anywhere in the world, and this one is estimated at between €40 000 and €60 000. There will also be a stunning yellow 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (€40 000-€80 000) and a superbly restored... This will not be the only sale of the day though, as Artcurial will simultaneously be running watch and jewellery auctions throughout the day. Source: www.iafrica.com
