I can't disagree with anything you've said. To add to that, I can say I have a business model that revolves around Private Treaty sales that has allowed me to never once have to use any type of public auction to place cars successfully. I also maintain that many of the best cars never come to the public market. That said, the market is a global thing, and I can see that auctions have a role in the big picture, for better or worse, depending on your point of view.
I do not believe you will regret this for 2 reasons: 1. I believe the downward trend established from 2014 to 2015 on these will continue a bit more before leveling off. 2. I believe I can find you a more authentically restored example or even an original car. As I said, many of the best cars never come to the public market. Why? They don't need to.
Someone who is willing to say the obvious, the same thing Ive been saying conistently for the past year. Thank you Scott. That said, I still think its a strong market, just set too high, with expectations even higher.
$215,000 high-bid for a 4,602 mile 25th emphatically underscores that we are in a new reduced market era for Countachs across-the-board. No doubt excuses will be offered for this one also (venue, history etc), but it looks to be a nice car. Anyone inspect it?
Yes, going to be interesting for obvious reasons: 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition Coachwork by Bertone Estimate: $500,000 - $600,000 | Without Reserve Lot 107 VIN: ZA9C005A0KLA12973 Black/white *Please note this vehicle will not be sold for use or resale in California or to a non-dealer California resident. This formidable late-production Countach is a particularly desirable example of the final iteration of the long-running Italian supercar, a version that saw the model at its apogee of technical and cosmetic development. It benefits from an extremely rare and desirable six-carburetor setup and sparing use, resulting in a very collectible low-mileage example of the vaunted Lamborghini. This sensational Countach bears all the wonderful cosmetic appointments of the 25th Anniversary Edition introduced in 1988 at the Grand Prix at Monza, including power windows, power seats, the superior climate-control system (with more reliable air-conditioning), and the handsome three-piece alloy wheels. The stunning color scheme black paint over a special-ordered ivory white leather interior is extremely unusual, and the car is likely to be one of a small handful of examples with this striking combination. The deep paint finish brings out the finest details in Horacio Paganis redesign of the outgoing Countach 5000QV, including the rear brake sill vents and the aerodynamically swept rear air boxes with straked inlets that elegantly taper to a flush position with the rear deck. The rarest of the 25th Anniversary Edition Countaches, this car is desirably equipped with six downdraft Weber carburetors, an intake configuration that developed 55 hp more than the far more common fuel-injected version. This ultra-rare carbureted engine is overwhelmingly preferred by Countach connoisseurs. Also wearing the more attractive European-style bumpers, this heart-stopping Lamborghini is believed to have been owned by only two caretakers before being acquired by the consignor. Recently evaluated and serviced by a marque specialist, this Countach displays approximately 18,850 km and offers sensational cosmetic quality, from the detailed engine bay to the carefully prepared undercarriage. The consignor, who has owned nearly every version of Lamborghinis Countach, describes this cars overall condition as nothing short of superb. The Countach is one of 657 examples of the 25th Anniversary Edition produced before the model was finally superseded in 1990 by the Diablo. Believed to feature its original paintwork and interior, as well as its original drivetrain, the remarkably preserved car is a particularly sought-after example of the highly evolved Lamborghini model. It would complement any assemblage of modern supercars or SantAgata speed machines and would make a crowning addition to any sports car collection. Also sure to be welcomed at Italian car shows and Lamborghini gatherings, this vehicle offers its next caretaker an extremely desirable example of the final Countach, one of the most captivating Italian supercars ever built. This formidable late-production Countach is a particularly desirable example of the final iteration of the long-running Italian supercar, a version that saw the model at its apogee of technical and cosmetic development. It benefits from an extremely rare and desirable six-carburetor setup and sparing use, resulting in a very collectible low-mileage example of the vaunted Lamborghini. This sensational Countach bears all the wonderful cosmetic appointments of the 25th Anniversary Edition introduced in 1988 at the Grand Prix at Monza, including power windows, power seats, the superior climate-control system (with more reliable air-conditioning), and the handsome three-piece alloy wheels. The stunning color scheme black paint over a special-ordered ivory white leather interior is extremely unusual, and the car is likely to be one of a small handful of examples with this striking combination. The deep paint finish brings out the finest details in Horacio Paganis redesign of the outgoing Countach 5000QV, including the rear brake sill vents and the aerodynamically swept rear air boxes with straked inlets that elegantly taper to a flush position with the rear deck. The rarest of the 25th Anniversary Edition Countaches, this car is desirably equipped with six downdraft Weber carburetors, an intake configuration that developed 55 hp more than the far more common fuel-injected version. This ultra-rare carbureted engine is overwhelmingly preferred by Countach connoisseurs. Also wearing the more attractive European-style bumpers, this heart-stopping Lamborghini is believed to have been owned by only two caretakers before being acquired by the consignor. Recently evaluated and serviced by a marque specialist, this Countach displays approximately 18,850 km and offers sensational cosmetic quality, from the detailed engine bay to the carefully prepared undercarriage. The consignor, who has owned nearly every version of Lamborghinis Countach, describes this cars overall condition as nothing short of superb. The Countach is one of 657 examples of the 25th Anniversary Edition produced before the model was finally superseded in 1990 by the Diablo. Believed to feature its original paintwork and interior, as well as its original drivetrain, the remarkably preserved car is a particularly sought-after example of the highly evolved Lamborghini model. It would complement any assemblage of modern supercars or SantAgata speed machines and would make a crowning addition to any sports car collection. Also sure to be welcomed at Italian car shows and Lamborghini gatherings, this vehicle offers its next caretaker an extremely desirable example of the final Countach, one of the most captivating Italian supercars ever built. Auction link: 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition | Gooding & Company Image Unavailable, Please Login
It was a no sale. Bidding halted at $240k. Consignment # 4117 VIN #ZA9LU45AXLLA12243 https://russoandsteele.com/vehicle-details/?show_vehicle=124732¤t_index=0&total_results=8&auction_pk=161&=&caryear=0&caryearto=0&search_text=002&page=featured&showpage=1 Image Unavailable, Please Login
I always thought that way about auction fees. If you have a good no story car why simply not sell it for a bit less trough cheaper venues? The only reason i can think off are: 1. the hope that 2 guys are gonna get in a bidding war and overpay 2. the seller just needs to dump it and does not want to bother with the sale process. or both
Re : black Countach at Gooding or both[/QUO I inspected the car and found it rough. I would say it is #3 condition. Bad repaint. Interior falling apart. Missing carpet pieces. Leather dry and shrunken. dash warped. On and on... I would say it's a $350,000 car mostly because it's a down draft and black. Estimate is very optimistic
This is why people bring cars to auctions and pay auction fees. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it don't !
Victor, just compare your knowledgeable inspection above with the auction's description below: "Recently evaluated and serviced by a marque specialist, this Countach displays approximately 18,850 km and offers sensational cosmetic quality, from the detailed engine bay to the carefully prepared undercarriage. The consignor, who has owned nearly every version of Lamborghini’s Countach, describes this car’s overall condition as nothing short of "superb". "
The red 1985 Countach LP500s at Russo And Steele was a no sale. High bid $400k USD. VIN: ZA9C00500ELA12743 Image Unavailable, Please Login
The red/tan 1988 Countach Quattrovalvole at Russo And Steele was a no sale. High bid $400k USD. VIN #ZA9CA05A0JLA12315 Image Unavailable, Please Login
The red/black Countach 25th Anniversary was a no sale at Russo And Steele. High bid $270k USD. VIN #ZA9CA05A9KLA12699 Image Unavailable, Please Login
The black/black 1997 Diablo Roadster @ Russo And Steele hammered at $145k USD. VIN #ZA9RU37B7VLA12777 Image Unavailable, Please Login
Why is that car so hard to sell? It has been on the market since the beginning of the year via different venues! Others seem to be going way much faster in that price range.
This is the one with the cam covers that used to be red? The seats look off, maybe redone, the spare is black, shift knob nut is loose, minor stuff. Don't forget the commission. That would put it around 440k for the buyer & what 360k for the seller?
Wow! That is so under the current market value. Maybe Roy bought it in a package deal. Shamile Freeze. ..Miami Vice! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk
