RM Sotheby’s Amelia Island Auction Starts Today

Elizabeth Puckett

May 23, 2021, 1:00 AM·2 min read

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The official auction of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance kicks off soon.

The official auction company of the world-renowned Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, RM Sotheby's, is kicking off today, and we've been waiting a long time for this. Attracting some of the most prestigious cars in the word, this is your chance to bring home best-of-category examples across diverse segments of the collector car market. Learn more in the official release below:

Official Release:

OFFICIAL AUCTION OF THE AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

RM Sotheby’s, the official auction company of the world-renowned Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, is moving its auction date to the 22 of May in support of the new dates of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance. In light of current local and global developments, RM Sotheby’s is in full support of the Concours’s efforts and will likewise prioritize the safety of its clients, staff, and attendees.

Celebrating our 23rd year, RM Sotheby's 2021 Amelia Island auction will offer best-of-category examples across diverse segments of the collector car market. Those interested in consigning are asked to contact an RM Car Specialist to discuss opportunities.

NOTABLE SALES FROM PREVIOUS YEARS

2020 – 1970 Lola T165 Can-Am (sold for $665,000) – tripling expectations
2019 –1966 Shelby 427 Cobra (sold for $1,792,500)
Most valuable non-competition spec 427 Cobra ever sold at auction
2018 – 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 3.8 (sold for $1,655,000)
New Auction Record for the Type 964 Porsche 911 Carrera RS
2017 – 1929 Stutz Model M Supercharged Coupe (sold for $1,705,000)
New Record for a Stutz at Auction
2017 – Highest total in Amelia Island auction history: $70.9 million
2016 – 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica LWB Coupe Aerodinamico (sold for $4,400,000)
World Record price for a 400 Superamerica Coupe at auction

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The official auction of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance kicks off soon.

OFFICIAL AUCTION OF THE AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

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