Car Week Auction Recap

Monterey Car Week 2025 delivered one of the most fascinating cross-sections of the collector car market I’ve seen in years. Across RM Sotheby’s, Gooding & Company, Bonhams, and Broad Arrow, the results told a story of record breakers at the top, selectivity in the middle, and a shifting appetite in key segments.

90s to mid-2000s supercars were the clear headline segment this year, with record prices achieved for rare, low-production examples that combined highly desirable specifications, ultra-low mileage, or the kind of scarcity that makes them almost never appear at auction.

Ferrari was the standout marque of the week, delivering the strongest results and several headline records. The F50, F40 LM, F512 M, Ferrari F355 Spider (not covered), 812 Comp, LaFerrari Aperta, and LaFerrari all set new records! 

Porsche proved its consistency, with several cars either hitting the very top or surpassing their high estimates. The GT2 RS in particular stood out, showcasing a renewed interest in this car.

The hypercar market showed mixed signals. Standard Bugatti Chirons fell flat (the two didn’t sell) while their more limited variants held their ground. Koenigsegg and Pagani results varied, and the Apollo IE surprised with a strong showing.

The McLaren Speedtail was one of my biggest surprises. Seeing it climb back above $2 million was unexpected, especially given how the special McLaren market has tanked in the last two years. Even the McLaren Senna seems to be bouncing back, now creeping above the $1.2M mark after being stuck closer to $1M for a long time.

A rather pleasant surprise came from the 991 Speedster, which sold for over $600,000. I’ve always thought these cars were undervalued. Seeing one finally trade $200,000 above its low estimate shows the market might be beginning to recognize its place as the only GT3-powered, 6-speed manual convertible of its era (for now at least).

On the flip side, I was surprised by the weak result of the RUF CTR1 Yellowbird Lightweight. Earlier this year we saw 2 yellow Yellowbirds bring extraordinary money, so watching this incredibly rare cherry red lightweight example fall below its low estimate was puzzling. The Honda NSX-R was another letdown, selling under estimate despite an ultra-low mileage example breaking $1M just this past May.

What ties it all together is this: collectors are still willing to pay premiums for the very best examples and rarest configurations, while anything less than exceptional either underperformed or just barely cleared estimates. 

Let’s not forget, there’s always a little element of luck that comes to play for better or worse! 

2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 — Sold for $26,000,000 (est. $3,500,000+) → +$22,500,000 (+643%)
Auction note: I have it on good authority that it’s the buyer’s first Ferrari.

1993 Ferrari F40 LM — Sold for $11,005,000 (est. $8,500,000 – $9,500,000) → +$2,505,000 (+29.5%)
Auction note: Most expensive F40 variant ever sold at auction.

1995 Ferrari F50 — Sold for $9,245,000 (est. $6,500,000 – $7,500,000) → +$2,745,000 (+42.2%)
Auction note: Most expensive F50 ever sold at auction by far.

2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta — Sold for $6,715,000 (est. $6,000,000 – $7,000,000) → +$715,000 (+12%)
Auction note: Most expensive LaFerrari Aperta sold at auction.

2015 Ferrari LaFerrari — Sold for $5,230,000 (est. $4,300,000 – $4,800,000) → +$930,000 (+21.6%)
Auction note: Most expensive LaFerrari sold at auction.

1989 RUF CTR1 Yellowbird Lightweight — Sold for $4,295,000 (est. $4,500,000 – $5,000,000) → - $205,000 (-4.6%)
Auction note: Fell short of its low estimate despite rarity.

1990 Ferrari F40 — Sold for $3,855,000 (est. $2,400,000 – $2,600,000) → +$1,455,000 (+60.6%)
Auction note: Strong result for a standard-spec F40.

2021 RUF CTR Anniversary — Sold for $3,360,000 (est. $2,800,000 – $3,400,000) → +$560,000 (+20%)
Auction note: High demand for RUF’s modern reimagining.

1992 Ferrari F40 — Sold for $2,755,000 (est. $2,500,000 – $2,800,000) → +$255,000 (+10.2%)
Auction note: Consistent with recent F40 sales momentum.

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder — Sold for $2,700,000 (est. $2,500,000 – $3,000,000) → +$200,000 (+8%)
Auction note: Most expensive non-Weissach Package 918 ever sold at auction.

2020 McLaren Speedtail — Sold for $2,205,000 (est. $1,500,000 – $2,000,000) → +$705,000 (+47%)
Auction note: Market tanked to $2M in 2024 — surprising to see it fetch $2.2M.

2011 Ferrari 599 GTO — Sold for $2,040,000 (est. $1,300,000 – $1,600,000) → +$740,000 (+57%)
Auction note: Most expensive 599 GTO sold at auction by a factor of 2x.

2024 Ferrari 812 Competizione — Sold for $2,040,000 (est. $1,500,000 – $1,700,000) → +$540,000 (+36%)
Auction note: Most expensive 812 Competizione sold at auction.

1987 Porsche 959 Komfort — Sold for $2,040,000 (est. $2,000,000 – $2,500,000) → +$40,000 (+2%)
Auction note: Barely cleared its low estimate — demand cooling.

2000 Lamborghini Diablo GT — Sold for $1,435,000 (est. $1,300,000 – $1,600,000) → +$135,000 (+10.4%)
Auction note: Most expensive Diablo GT sold at auction; especially impressive given mileage.

2011 Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0 — Sold for $1,077,500 (est. $925,000 – $1,200,000) → +$152,500 (+16.5%)
Auction note: Continues to prove itself as a modern Porsche blue-chip.

1996 Nissan Skyline GT-R NISMO 400R — Sold for $995,000 (est. $900,000 – $1,100,000) → +$95,000 (+10.6%)
Auction note: Close to $1M — shows JDM icons are holding strong.

1995 Ferrari F512 M — Sold for $912,500 (est. $500,000 – $650,000) → +$412,500 (+82.5%)
Auction note: Most expensive F512 M sold at auction.

2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach — Sold for $841,000 (est. $550,000 – $650,000) → +$291,000 (+52.9%)
Auction note: 3rd most expensive GT2 RS Weissach sold at auction.

1992 Ferrari 512 TR — Sold for $775,000 (est. $600,000 – $800,000) → +$175,000 (+29.2%)
Auction note: Most expensive 512 TR sold at auction.

2005 Maserati MC12 Stradale — Sold for $5,202,500 (est. $4,800,000 – $5,500,000) → +$402,500 (+8.4%)
Auction note: Strong sale within estimate, reaffirming the MC12’s blue-chip status.

2008 Koenigsegg CCXR — Sold for $3,222,500 (est. $2,750,000 – $3,500,000) → +$472,500 (+17.2%)
Auction note: Rare Koenigsegg continues to command top-tier hypercar money.

1991 Porsche 911 Reimagined by Singer DLS — Sold for $2,645,000 (est. $2,900,000 – $3,200,000) → - $255,000 (−8.8%)
Auction note: Missed its estimate — cooling demand for Singer DLS after early hype.

2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach Package — Sold for $555,000 (est. $525,000 – $600,000) → +$30,000 (+5.7%)
Auction note: A steady result, keeping Weissach-package cars above standard GT2 RS levels.

1995 Honda NSX-R — Sold for $357,000 (est. $375,000 – $425,000) → - $18,000 (−4.8%)
Auction note: Slightly under estimate, showing selectivity in the JDM market.

1997 Ferrari F355 Spider — Sold for $335,000 (est. $225,000 – $275,000) → +$110,000 (+48.9%)
Auction note: Low-mileage example sets a record-shattering result for the model.

1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS — Sold for $224,000 (est. $150,000 – $200,000) → +$24,000 (+12%)
Auction note: Strong demand persists for analog 964 RS models.

2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione — Sold for $212,800 (est. $250,000 – $280,000) → - $37,200 (−14.9%)
Auction note: Missed the mark — proof the 8C market has softened in 2025.

2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STi — Sold for $64,400 (est. $80,000 – $100,000) → - $15,600 (−19.5%)
Auction note: Underperformed despite low mileage, showing waning appetite for modern STIs at premium estimates.

2020 Bugatti Divo — Sold for $8,557,500 (est. $7,000,000 – $9,000,000) → +$1,557,500 (+22.2%)
Auction note: Last one offered at auction didn’t sell at $10.3M in 2023.

2021 Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport — Sold for $3,965,000 (est. $3,750,000 – $4,250,000) → +$215,000 (+5.7%)
Auction note: Market is slowly slipping — this would’ve been a $4.2M car two years ago.

2023 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport — Sold for $4,460,000 (est. $3,500,000 – $4,500,000) → +$960,000 (+27.4%)
Auction note: Unsurprising result considering it’s a full two-tone carbon exterior.

2017 Pagani Huayra Roadster — Sold for $3,305,000 (est. $3,200,000 – $3,600,000) → +$105,000 (+3.3%)
Auction note: Solid market-correct result, no real surprises.

2022 Pagani Huayra R — Sold for $3,030,000 (est. $2,800,000 – $3,400,000) → +$230,000 (+8.2%)
Auction note: Continues to prove Pagani’s track-only cars command strong premiums.

2022 Apollo Intensa Emozione — Sold for $3,442,500 (est. $2,500,000 – $3,500,000) → +$942,500 (+37.7%)
Auction note: Exceptional result; strong appetite for ultra-rare hypercars.

2021 Koenigsegg Regera — Sold for $2,645,000 (est. $2,250,000 – $3,000,000) → +$395,000 (+17.6%)
Auction note: Flat market — estimate was generously low given it was a seized car.

2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach — Sold for $665,000 (est. $500,000 – $600,000) → +$165,000 (+33%)
Auction note: Market is going up — Weissach cars proving strong once again.

2009 Porsche 911 GT2 — Sold for $296,500 (est. $225,000 – $275,000) → +$71,500 (+31.8%)
Auction note: Car had been on static display, not in the best shape, and missing its wing — buyer definitely overpaid. $250K would’ve been tops.

2021 Ferrari 812 GTS — Sold for $538,500 (est. $450,000 – $550,000) → +$88,500 (+19.7%)
Auction note: Selling as if the 12 Cilindri doesn’t exist — not sure how sustainable this is.

1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider Competizione — Sold for $25,305,000 (est. $20,000,000+) → +$5,305,000 (+26.5%)

1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV Monterey Edition — Sold for $527,500 (est. $425,000 – $525,000) → +$102,500 (+24.1%)
Auction note: Most expensive SV variant ever sold at auction.

2004 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale — Sold for $340,500 (est. $300,000 – $400,000) → +$40,500 (+13.5%)
Auction note: Strong result for a 12k-mile example. Will seem cheap in the next 5 years.

1989 Porsche 930 S Targa — Sold for $830,000 (est. $700,000 – $1,000,000) → +$130,000 (+18.6%)

1994 Bugatti EB110 Super Sport — Sold for $2,755,000 (est. $3,000,000 – $3,500,000) → –$245,000 (–8.2%)
Auction note: Is the EB110 market slipping? This same example sold for $3.16M in 2023 — a $410k (13%) loss in three years. Adjusted for inflation, that’s closer to a $750k hit.

1990 Ferrari F40 — Sold for $3,800,000 (est. $3,500,000 – $4,000,000) → +$300,000 (+8.6%)
Auction note: Sold for $3.08M in 2023, then $3.66M in early 2025, and now $3.8M — a $580k (+18.8%) gain since 2023. A steady climb.

1974 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS — Sold for $1,028,000 (est. $700,000 – $900,000) → +$328,000 (+46.9%)
Auction note: New record for a Ferrari Dino and the first to break $1M. Despite a softening vintage market, exceptional examples like this Chairs and Flares GTS still command premiums.

1998 Porsche 993 Carrera 4S — Sold for $395,500 (est. $300,000 – $350,000) → +$45,500 (+13.0%)
Auction note: New public auction record for a 993 C4S — and with 12k miles. Very well sold.

2005 Porsche Carrera GT — Sold for $1,655,000 (est. $1,250,000 – $1,500,000) → +$405,000 (+32.4%)
Auction note: CGT market is officially back. I’ve been saying the dip was temporary, and values are now back near pandemic highs.

2019 Porsche 991 Speedster — Sold for $610,000 (est. $400,000 – $450,000) → +$210,000 (+52.5%)