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Prince of Monaco Auctioning Classics from Fathers Collection

13 years ago
1 min read


by Michael Satterfield – 06/27/2012

Prince Rainier III of Monaco spent years amassing a collection of classic, rare and collectible automobiles. It was an eclectic assortment of makes, models and eras. From 1928 Hispano Suiza to a 1971 Fiat 500. But his son, Prince Albert II is putting 38 of the cars up for auction, perhaps to make room for some new toys.

The cars on the block include:

  • 1971 Fiat 500
  • 1964 Dodge Dart
  • 1973 Chevy Camaro
  • 1955 Citroen Traction 11C Commerciale 
  • 1972 Lancia Fulvia Coupe
  • 1924 Maxwell Torpedo
  • 1930 Ford A Roadster
  • 1933 Austin Seven Roadster
  • 1924 Peugeot 172 Torpedo
  • 1956 Bentley S1 Berline
  • 1981 Citroen CX Reflex D Break
  • 1939 Simca 5
  • 1927 Renault NN Torpedo
  • 1959 Peugeot 203 C
  • 1987 Fleur De Lys Newark Minibus (looks like an old Model T bus)
  • 1982 Porsche 928 S
  • 1949 Simca 8
  • 1931 Peugeot 201
  • 1942 Dodge 4X4 Command Car
  • 1942 Dodge WC 62 6X6 
  • 1943 GMC CCKW 3A1 6X6
  • 1942 Dodge WC 51 4X4
  • 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC AMG
  • 1925 Citroen 5 HP Torpedo
  • 1952 Citoren Traction 11B Berline
  • 1980 Citroen CX 2400 Pallas
  •  1931 Plymouth Cabriolet
  • 1969 NSU Sports Prinz Coupe
  • 1914 Panhard & Levassor X19 Roadster
  • 1924 Panhard & Levassor X47 
  • 1926 Renault KZ Torpedo
  • 1924 Ford Model T
  • 1969 Siata Spring Roadster
  • 1976 Volkswagen Beetle
  • 1907 Berliet C2 Double Phaeton
  • 1931 Chrysler Six
  • 1925 Citroen 5 HP Cabriolet
  • 1930 Ford AF Coach

See the full catalog HERE

Source: Artcurial

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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