rlex Posted February 16, 2021 Posted February 16, 2021 The Porsche 911 Cabriolet which belonged to the football champion Diego Maradona will go on sale in a few weeks in Paris. Football and car fans had better get their agenda out. And for good reason, the house Bonhams is preparing to offer for sale a car that should undoubtedly be talked about and arouse the envy of many collectors and enthusiasts of all kinds. Because this Porsche 911 , which will go under the hammer of the auctioneers during the sale "The big brands of the world" from March 3 to 10 in Paris is not just any. It is indeed a copy that belonged to football legend Diego Maradona, died on November 25 of a cardiac arrest at his property near Buenos Aires, at the age of 60. Suffice to say that this car, currently sleeping in the garage of another anonymous owner, should be one of the stars of this event, eagerly awaited by enthusiasts around the world. Passed through the hands of many collectors, this Porsche 911 was delivered to the champion in 1992, when the latter was seen on numerous occasions at his wheel. But beyond the aura of the football star, you should also know that this car is not a simple 911. It is indeed a 964 Carrera 2 Cabriolet Turbo Look, which was only produced for two years, which gives a small indication as to its rarity, and the price at which it should be auctioned. Presented in very good condition, despite a speedometer indicating no less than 120,000 kilometers, this car is distinguished by its five-spoke rims, its metallic gray dress and its black leather interior. The more observant will also notice the widened tracks reminiscent of the Turbo version. Under its hood, the beautiful German then embarked a 3.6-liter flat six-cylinder developing no less than 250 horsepower for a maximum torque of 260 km / h. For the anecdote, know that Diego Maradona himself was stopped at the wheel of this car, after running a red light and driving at 180 km / h in town. The sports car is estimated between 150 and 200,000 € according to Bonhams. Exceptional cars But this Porsche 911 Cabriolet that once belonged to Maradona should not be the only attraction of this sale, which will take place entirely online due to the health crisis. And for good reason, collectors will have the choice between other equally exceptional vehicles, including a Peugeot 402 DES Darl'mat Special Sport from 1938 recently restored, estimated between 350 and 550,000 €. Fans can also set their sights on an Aston Martin DB4 Series IIfrom 1960, the value of which would be between 450 and 600,000 €. Under the aluminum body signed Carrozzeria Touring hides as a reminder a six-cylinder 3.6-liter engine developing 240 horsepower, installed for the first time on a model of the brand. The car presented here is also one of the 350 existing around the world. Suffice to say that the auctions should go well, while the catalog includes some small automotive nuggets, of all nationalities and for all budgets, with estimates starting at 5,000 €.
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