Automotive

It is up for auction with a reserve of $1.2 million - any takers? ...  

...that non-original parts would have to be used to get it drivable again. Doesn't that kill any potential value?

...have a great Monday (if that's possible) : )

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Horological inspiration.

For 1.2 buck. The bubble is yet to pop with classic cars, even restomods for half a buck seem a bit extreme but as long as there are buyers there's a market for them I guess.

Reminds me of a Japanese war plane restoration where 90% of the actual original wreckage is cut up and thrown away. The only true value is in the VIN/frame number.

Structurally, the aluminium won’t be safe to reuse.

I agree, it looks like the only way to use the body is for getting dimensions for new fabricated body panels. The question is at what point is the car a restoration or a replica?

I love a classic car with patina but it must also be safe to drive.

Only some light wear and tear 😉

Also, this auction listing really should disclose the KM's.

Yeah, if you can find the VIN or Frame Number and cut it out for the refabrication, you will be lucky to register it as a 1954 Ferrari Mondal Spyder. So the car isn't a complete franken when done. It has and engine and transmission And the number plate. ...  

CHASSIS NUMBER 0406 MD Claiming period racing use and initial ownership by one of Italy’s better-known Scuderia principals, this long-secluded 500 Mondial has the history to warrant a thoughtful restoration. Chassis number 0406 MD is sequentially just the... 

I'm mainly working on airplane warriors at the moment 🤫 ...