Collection of classic cars found
A SWISS stately home has revealed what could be the Holy Grail of classic cars.
The stunning collection boasts 12 motors from luxury manufacturers including Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini and Maserati, with the oldest dating back to 1921.
Thought to have been started in the 1950s by a wealthy car enthusiast, the fleet is said to have remained largely untouched for years following the owner’s death.
The collection was rediscovered last year by the former owner’s son, and will be put up for auction later this month.
Two cars in particular hold exceptional value: a 1921 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Double Phaeton and a 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SI Roadster.
Also included in the haul is a 1934 Rolls-Royce Phantom II (£68,000 – £102,000), a four-seater Lamborghini GT Espada (£59,000 – £85,000) and the fastest road car ever produced by Maserati, a 4.9L Ghibli SS (£85,000 – £127,000).
If all vehicles sell close to the top end of their estimated value range, the entire collection will pull in well over £2 million.
