SCOTTSDALE, AZ.- RM Sotheby’s opens the 2025 auction season on 24 January at the iconic Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa. Featuring a stellar selection of pre-war classics, iconic sports cars, and cutting-edge hypercars, the event promises something extraordinary for every collector.


100 Years of Bentley is a lavish celebration of one of the most recognised and revered car brands in history, from its earliest models right up to the modern day cars.



Highlights include:

• The 1931 Bentley 8-Litre Convertible Victoria, a one-of-a-kind masterpiece by Walter M. Murphy Company, combines American craftsmanship with W.O. Bentley’s engineering brilliance. Meticulously restored with its original engine and Murphy coachwork, it has been celebrated at Pebble Beach as one of the 100 most beautiful cars. Estimated at $2,750,000–$3,250,000.

• The 2020 McLaren Senna GTR, the 73rd of just 75 built, is a track-focused masterpiece featuring an 833-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-8 and $75,000 in bespoke MSO options. Its striking Ayrton Senna-inspired livery highlights its motorsport pedigree. Estimate: $1,000,000–$1,200,000.

• The 2007 Saleen S7 LM, one of just three built to LM specifications, features a twin-turbocharged 7.0-liter V-8 producing 1,000 horsepower. A rare icon of American innovation, it represents the pinnacle of Saleen’s supercar legacy. Estimate: $900,000–$1,100,000.

• The Pacific Highway Collection: Features iconic California drivers’ cars, including the Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France and Mercedes 300 SL Roadster, celebrating design, performance, and craftsmanship.

• The Janet Cussler Car Collection: Offers rare pre-war classics such as the 1911 Pierce-Arrow Model 66-A and the 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr Three-Window Coupe, providing a unique opportunity to own pieces of early automotive history, all without reserve.

• A trio of legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SLs, including both Gullwing and Roadster variants, showcasing the pinnacle of 1950s luxury and performance.

“The pre-war market remains strong, highlighted by the exceptional 8-Litre Bentley in our lineup, reflecting growing interest among younger collectors. Meanwhile, supercars like the Senna GTR continue to thrive. We’re thrilled to offer remarkable collections this year, including the Pacific Highway Collection, featuring iconic California drivers’ cars like the Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France and Mercedes 300 SL Roadster, and the Cussler Collection, with dozens of pre-war classics offered without reserve. Arizona is set to be an exceptional season opener for us.” Matt Malamut, Specialist, RM Sotheby’s


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