A Ferrari Enzo, previously owned by double Formula 1 world champion Fernando Alonso, was recently sold at a Monaco auction for a staggering 5.4 million euros (approximately $5.9 million). This price is more than double what Enzos typically sell for, even considering the current inflated prices for classic and specialty cars.
The fact that this Enzo was previously owned by a celebrity undoubtedly played a role in driving up its auction price. Alonso even recorded a video message that was played during the sale. In the video, he expressed his fondness for the car, calling it a “magic piece of art” and expressed his hope that the new owner would take good care of it and enjoy it.
One of the factors that contributed to the high price of this Enzo was its unique history. It is the first Enzo to have its body completed, known as Scocca no.1, making it one of the earliest Enzos ever built. This provenance is confirmed by the car’s Ferrari Classiche red book, which was provided by Monaco Car Auctions, the auction house that handled the sale.
Ferrari only produced 400 Enzo road cars, along with 30 Enzo-derived FXX track cars. Alonso’s Enzo is finished in Ferrari’s iconic Rosso Corsa red and has only 2,982 miles on the odometer. However, it is unclear how many of those miles were actually driven by Alonso himself. Alonso previously drove for the Ferrari F1 team between 2010 and 2014 and currently drives for Aston Martin.
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The Enzo, named after Ferrari’s founder Enzo Ferrari, was the company’s flagship supercar in the early 2000s, succeeding the F40 and F50. It featured a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis and a paddle-shifted transmission, which were innovative features at the time but have since become standard in high-performance cars. The Enzo is powered by a 6.0-liter V-12 engine that produces 650 horsepower, allowing it to go from 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds and reach a top speed of 217 mph.
In addition to the Ferrari Enzo, another notable car was sold at the auction. A 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Boano fetched a price of 1,512,000 euros ($1.65 million), including the buyer’s fee. This car is one of only 14 examples of the alloy-bodied coupes and has a racing history. It competed in the 1956 Nassau Governor’s Trophy with customer racer Jan de Vroom behind the wheel.
Overall, the auction of Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari Enzo and the 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Boano demonstrate the enduring appeal and value of classic and specialty cars. The combination of celebrity ownership, unique history, and exceptional performance make these vehicles highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
