Historic Mercedes Grand Prix Car Auction

SOURCE www.channelnewsasia.com
A 1955 Mercedes grand prix car raced by Stirling Moss and Juan Manuel Fangio sold at auction for a record-breaking 51.155 million euros. The car was one of only four complete examples in existence and was sold by RM Sotheby's at the Mercedes museum in Stuttgart, Germany.

Key Points

  • Record-breaking sale of 1955 Mercedes grand prix car raced by Stirling Moss and Juan Manuel Fangio
  • Car sold for 51.155 million euros at auction in Stuttgart, Germany
  • One of only four complete examples in existence
  • Proceeds raised from the auction will benefit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Pros

  • Record-breaking sale of a historic grand prix car
  • Rare and iconic vehicle with racing history

Cons

  • High price tag may limit accessibility to general public