Bugatti Type 51 Grand Prix at Masterpiece London Sale

Masterpiece London is delighted to announce two exciting additions to its impressive starting grid with the internationally-acclaimed classic car specialists, Fiskens and Coys joining the line-up. Some great cars are set to be offered, with a £3 million 1932 Bugatti from Coys in pole position, having successfully raced in some of the most famous early Grands Prix.

These two prestigious exhibitors will be showcasing a dazzling array of fine historical automobiles: a major attraction for Masterpiece London - the brand new fair taking place at the former Chelsea Barracks, London SW1 between 24 and 29 June. Masterpiece London represents the next generation of fairs, combining fine and decorative art with premium collectors’ items.

Coys, the historic motor car specialists founded by Wilfred E Coy, is one of the world's truly innovative motoring and aviation entrepreneurs. The 1932 Bugatti Type 51 Grand Prix motor car is representative of the exceptional calibre of vehicle they offer, having been raced by legendary driver Jean Pierre Wimille and one of the finest surviving examples of its kind.

Another highlight will be the superb showcase of classic cars from Fiskens, including cars such as a magnificent Aston Martin DB4 GT, which competed on a multitude occasions at some of the most high-profile Swiss races between 1962 and 1965. This handsome French Blue Aston Martin frequently challenged its Jaguar E-Type and Ferrari 250 GTO contemporaries at events such as the Rally de Geneva, St-Ursanne-les Rangiers and Mitholz-kandersteg hill climbs.

 

Masterpiece London offers motoring enthusiasts a rare opportunity to admire a fine selection of high calibre classic cars ranging from early 20th Century Rolls-Royces and Bentleys to expertly-restored 1960s competition models and a chance to acquire a very special example of some of the world’s finest historic models.

Offering the ultimate in elegance, quality, luxury and sophistication, Masterpiece London will be a truly exceptional experience. Visitors in need of refreshment will be able to enjoy, for the first time under one roof, a spectrum of fine food brought to the fair by Urban Caprice, the catering and production arm of Caprice Holdings. The restaurants and clubs at the fair will include satellites of The Ivy, Bam-Bou, Scott’s and Harry’s Bar, and Le Caprice will have a full restaurant on site.

The historic Bugatti and the equally-remarkable Aston Martin form part of an amazing procession of usual and exceptional masterpieces at the Fair. Exquisite pieces from the diverse worlds of arms and armour, contemporary furniture, antiquities, clocks, ceramics, haute couture, watches, fine antique jewellery, textiles, rare antique books, paintings, modern works of art and other objets d’art will also appear in this showcase of excellence from around the world.

Thomas Woodham Smith, Chairman of the Masterpiece London Board comments: “Masterpiece London will offer something for everyone, whether you are a fine art connoisseur or a new collector looking for that once-in-a-lifetime treasure.” Defined tags for this entry: Bugatti, Bugatti Type 51, Bugatti Type 51 Grand Prix, classic cars, Ferrari 250 GTO, Masterpiece London