Everyone knows that the Ferrari F40 is one of the
most special supercars in the history of the automobile but you know what’s
more special? The racing LM version of course. This is perhaps the most
recognizable Ferrari F40 LM in the world, chassis No.74045, finished in French
Racing Blue, which will be offered in RM Sotheby’s Paris Auction on February 6.
It’s one of the just 19 F40s developed and
constructed by Michelotto to either LM or Competizione spec, featuring bigger
IHI turbochargers and intercoolers, an advanced Weber-Marelli fuel injection
system, upgraded brakes, a race-spec transmission, an extensively modified
bodywork, as well as all the necessary chassis stiffening work. Power is
estimated to have increased to over 700 hp, up from the standard 471 hp.
Chassis No.74045 is also the third F40 produced by
Ferrari, which used it extensively as a pre-production prototype before getting
sent to Michelotto by its first post-Ferrari owner. It has a long and illustrious
racing history, which includes two times at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1995 and
1996 (finishing 12th overall and sixth in the GT1 class in 1995), a win at the
1995 Anderstorp 4 Hours, and multiple finishes at the Global GT Series. Described to be in top condition,
it’s ready to participate in vintage racing events, including of course the
Club GT Competizioni, Ferrari’s official program.
The Ferrari F40 LM will be accompanied by its
original gearbox and a set of spare wheels, representing a must-have
opportunity for serious Ferrari collectors. The price estimate is between 4.5
to 5.5 million euros.
