In addition to the example that sold for $48.4 million, other 250 GTOs have brought high amounts at auction. Bonhams got $38.115 million for one in 2014. The Ferrari 250 GTO started as an evolution of the 250 GT Short Wheelbase Berlinetta (SWB). The swoopy, new bodywork featured wind-tunnel-honed styling.

It's been four years since a Ferrari 250 GTO, arguably the world's most collectible car, has crossed the stage at a major automotive auction. In 2014, an example sold for a hammer price of $34.65 million ($38.115 million with fees), establishing itself as the most expensive automobile ever sold at auction. This August, 250 GTO chassis 3413GT

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