Nestled along the scenic Lake Tegernsee amidst the Bavarian Alps, RM Sotheby’s is set to host an exclusive auction in collaboration with the inaugural Concours of Elegance Germany. Scheduled for July 27th at the historic Gut Kaltenbrunn estate, this event will immerse guests in centuries of Bavarian heritage, framed by the area's stunning natural beauty.
Anticipating over 200 cars, Germany’s first Concours of Elegance will be a significant event, highlighted by RM Sotheby’s Tegernsee Auction. The auction will showcase a remarkable collection of automotive history, featuring iconic Porsches, vintage Ferraris, Aston Martins, modern classics, and a selection of rare, highly sought-after vehicles. Here are some of our top picks expected to appear at the Tegernsee Auction.
Top 5 Cars to Watch Out for at the RM Sotheby’s Tegernsee Auction
1955 Porsche 550 Spyder by Wendler
One of only 90 examples ever built, the 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder was the first ever car the Stuttgart marque ever made from the ground up to be a racecar. It was called the 550 for its relatively light weight of just 550 kilograms. The car achieved surprising results against rivals Ferrari and Maserati at some of the 1950s most prestigious racing events like the 24 Hours of Le Man, Mille Miglia, Targa Florio and Carrera Panamerica.
The car presented at the RM Sotheby’s Tegernsee Auction is one of two cars delivered to Portugal and has scored class podiums at the Barajas and Monsanto races in 1955. It went through a complete mechanical restoration by Porsche at Zuffenhausen, while legendary coachbuilder Wendler worked on its exterior in 1980. This example retains its number-matching engine, gearbox and chassis, which is very rare for a racecar of this time, making it perfect for serious Porsche and racecar collectors.
Lot 126 | Estimated Price €3,500,000 - €4,200,000 EUR
1965 Aston Martin DB Short-Chassis Volante
The DB Short-Chassis Volante is the rarest convertible Aston Martin ever produced and arguably one of the most beautiful to leave the factory. Aston Martin launched the successor to their iconic DB5 the DB6 in 1965, leaving a handful of unused DB5 chassis. The team decided to build to use the leftover chassis and build a convertible that had the aesthetic features of the DB6 with the shorter and sportier proportions of the DB5. They named the car the DB Short Chassis Volante, an incredible 2-door convertible with only 37 examples produced.
This marked the first time Aston used the monicker ‘Volante’ which is Italian for flying and has since been used on all their convertible models. The car presented at this auction is believed to be one of only 11 left-hand drive examples of the DB Short Chassis Volante.
Lot 114 | Estimated Price €1,000,000 - €1,400,000 EUR
1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/6C by Scaglietti
After the success of Ferrari’s 250 series, the team at Maranello released the 275 series as a successor in 1964. Legendary coachbuilder Pininfarina was tasked to design an elegant yet aggressive bodywork for the 275. Among the various versions of the 275 the 275 GTB/6C was one of the rarest, lightest and most powerful versions. It was also the last Ferrari that Pinn himself supervised the design of. It was the first time a street-legal production car featured independent rear suspension that used a double-wishbone and coil spring setup.
With a ‘Long Nose’ Scaglietti body, six Weber carburettors and a torque tube, the car presented at the Tegernsee auction is the most desirable configuration from the 275 series. It was fully restored by Bacchelli & Villa in 2004 in its factory-correct colour combination of Amaranto over a Beige Conolly leather interior. The car was certified by Ferrari Classiche in November 2005 and reinspected again in May 2024, proving that it retains its number-matching engine and transaxle and won the 2024 Cavallino Modena Platinum Award. The car is eligible for prestigious events like the Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche, Rallye des Legéndes and the Cavallino Classic in Palm Beach and Abu Dhabi.
Lot 117 | Estimated Price €2,500,000 - €3,000,000 EUR
2006 Porsche Carrera GT
In the late 1990s, Porsche was working on creating a successor to its legendary GT1 prototype for Le Mans. However, rule changes by the FIA during the development phase rendered the car ineligible for racing. Instead of abandoning the project, Porsche started working on the vehicle to make it suitable for road use, leading to the creation of the Porsche Carrera GT.
The Carrera GT stood its ground against rivals like the Ferrari Enzo, Mercedes SLR McLaren, and Ford GT. It used advanced materials, including a carbon-fibre monocoque and sub-frame, as well as carbon-ceramic brakes. Porsche's engineers pushed the boundaries of mechanical engineering to achieve maximum lightness and strength. They developed a unique three-disc carbon-fibre racing clutch, one-third the size of a standard clutch, and forged magnesium wheels with centre-locking bolts to reduce weight further. The car used a racing-derived 5.5L naturally aspirated V10 engine, which is considered to be one of the best-sounding engines of all time. It was exclusively available with a manual transmission, with the iconic wooden gear knob becoming a hallmark of the Carrera GT.
Lot 123 | Estimated Price €975,000 - €1,275,000 EUR
2010 Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss
The Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss was one of the most unique and remarkable cars of the 2000s. The open-top speedster version of the SLR McLaren was built to pay homage to Sir Stirling Moss and the fearsome 1955 300 SLR in which he dominated the 1955 Mille Miglia. The late Sir Stirling Moss is a Formula 1 Hall of Fame driver and a legend in the motorsport industry and the 1955 300 SLR is now the most expensive car in the world.
With only 75 units produced which were offered exclusively to existing SLR owners, the SLR McLaren Stirling Moss has a unicorn status in the car world. It is the crown jewel of the SLR lineup which in itself was a remarkable collaboration between Mercedes Benz and McLaren, something we may never see happening again. The example presented at this auction has just 45 km on the odometer, offering the lucky buyer a rare chance to own a virtually new SLR McLaren Stirling Moss.
Lot 121 | Estimated Price €3,200,000 - €3,800,000 EUR
Final Take
The RM Sotheby’s Tegernsee Auction, in collaboration with Concours of Elegance Germany, promises a spectacular weekend dedicated to stunning automobiles. Featuring some of the most sought-after cars available for purchase, along with exceptional Bavarian hospitality, gourmet dining, and a picturesque setting, this event is sure to be a highlight for true enthusiasts.
