Luxury vehicles that fetched the highest prices during Monterey Car Week include a 1935 Mercedes-Benz and a 2025 Ferrari, representing the most costly automobile transactions from this prestigious event.

Headline: Record-Breaking Sales at Monterey Car Week: Ferrari Remains King of Collectors

The Monterey Car Week, a prestigious event in the automotive world, saw record-breaking sales this year, with the total sales reaching $432.8 million, making it the second-highest result in the event's history.

Paragraph 1 The highlight of the week was the sale of the 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 "Tailor Made" for an impressive $26 million. This extraordinary sum was donated to the Ferrari Foundation, with the buyer choosing to remain anonymous. The high bidding price was likely influenced by the donation to the charity, reflecting the strong connection between Ferrari and philanthropy.

Paragraph 2 The Ferrari Daytona SP3 is a tribute to Ferrari's 1960s-era motorsport prototypes, boasting a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine that delivers 828 hp and 514 ft lbs of torque. It was one of eight Ferraris that made up the top 10 cars sold during the week, solidifying Ferrari's position as the most popular brand among collectors.

Paragraph 3 Other notable Ferraris sold at the event include the 1993 Ferrari F40 LM GTC, which fetched $11.005 Million at RM Sotheby's, and the 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Competizione Alloy Spider, which sold for a staggering $25.305 Million at Gooding Christie's.

Paragraph 4 The top 10 cars sold spanned the largest swath of time ever represented for that pinnacle group at the Monterey Auctions, showcasing the enduring appeal of these classic and high-performance vehicles.

Paragraph 5 Among the other exotic cars sold, the Bugatti Divo, one of 40 examples made and boasting 1,500 hp, was sold for an undisclosed price with no reserve at auction. This particular Bugatti Divo was previously showcased in the "Hypercars: The Allure of the Extreme" exhibition at the Petersen Automotive Museum.

Paragraph 6 RM Sotheby's represented all but four of the cars on the list of the top 10 most expensive cars sold in Monterey, solidifying their position as a leading player in the collector car market.

Paragraph 7 The 2020 Bugatti Divo, the 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, and the 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari were also among the top sellers, demonstrating the continued demand for high-performance, limited-edition vehicles.

Paragraph 8 The Monterey Car Week also saw the sale of several other notable vehicles, including a 1935 Mercedes-Benz 500 K Special Roadster, which went for $5.34 million, and a 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione, which fetched $8.145 million.

Paragraph 9 As the dust settles on another successful Monterey Car Week, it's clear that the collector car market remains strong, with Ferrari continuing to dominate the scene. The event not only showcases the beauty and power of these extraordinary vehicles but also raises significant funds for charitable causes, making it a truly special event in the automotive world.