2005 Peugeot 908 HDi FAP
High-end car collectors are
looking for more than a fleet of exotics - and a genuine Le Mans Prototype with
a pedigree behind it is very compelling.
The 908 model was presented
in concept form in 2005 as the direct successor of the two-time Le Mans winning
905 model, announcing Peugeot’s return to the famous 24-hour competition after
a 13-year layoff.
This particular example is
chassis number 05, which took three 2nd place finishes and three
pole-positions, registering four fastest laps in the process. Impressive
achievements, but what’s even more impressive is that the car came 2nd overall
at the 2008 24 Hours of Le Mans, and took the chequered flag at the 2009 Petit
Le Mans, with Franck Montagny and Stephane Sarrazin behind the wheel.
There’s no doubt the vehicle
was a strong contributor to the 908’s overall record of victory, as it helped
Peugeot win three team championships, three Constructors’ Championships, and
two Drivers’ Championships in just four years.
Powered by a clean-emission
V12, 5.5-litre, twin-turbocharged diesel engine, the car develops over 730 HP
and 1,200 Nm of torque and it’s evaluated by RM Shotheby’s at
€ 1.200.000 - € 1.600.000 (US$ 1,380,600 – 1,840,800).
The car won’t run without
specific equipment and third-party software license, but Peugeot Sport will
provide the necessary technical support for a period of two years.
