1965 Jaguar E-Type Semi-Lightweight Roadster

Sir Paul Vestey was a well-heeled privateer racer, having a raving stable that included the Ferrari 275GTB/C, 250LM, and a racing-spec Jaguar E-Type. Having gotten everything out of the E-Type he could, Sir Vestey got a blank E-Type chassis from the Jaguar factory — something only the very well connected could do. The E-Type was wrapped in the same aluminum bodywork used for the factory racers and fitted with a 3.8-liter D-Type straight six. The car would go on to have an illustrious racing career, in both current and vintage events up through the early 90s. With lightweight E-Type's getting up to $7.5 million at auction, expect a similar premium for a car with an extensive racing history.

1953 Ferrari 625 Targa Florio

One of just three 625TF's to be built, this 1953 Ferrari 625 Targa Florio is desirable for its rarity alone. The fact that it was raced by Enzo's team, by names such as Mike Hawthorn, Umberto Maglioli, and Luis Milan, makes it even more enticing. Following its first race, it was slightly remodeled, with a reduction in the radiator grille believed to be the work of Scaglietti. Following a stint in South America, it ended back in Italy and was untouched until 1974 when Franco Lombardi found it in a Naples scrapyard. Two restorations — one in Modena — and a handful of historic racing entries since, it remains in excellent driving condition, a track-worthy piece of automotive history.

East Coast Defender Range Rover Classic Project Alpha

Built to represent the most luxurious of their three Range Rover Classic models, East Coast Defender's Project Alpha is an eye-popping update to a '95 LWB. Like all ECD projects, it was stripped down to the bare chassis, then rebuilt, repainted, and reupholstered at the company's Florida HQ. This particular example was then given a more aggressive lower front fascia, LED fog lights, a glossy black roof, and custom painted black Range Rover wheels. Inside, the front seats were given bolstering for comfort and wrapped in soft cappuccino leather with contrasting black piping, the floor done in black carpet, and the gauges upgraded to digital.

Photos: Deremer Studios / East Coast Defender

1965 Porsche 911

At the 1963 Frankfurt Auto Show, Porsche unveiled its latest sports car, the Porsche 901. The all-new car was an evolution of Porsche's philosophy brought into the modern era. A dispute over the 901 name with Peugeot led to the 911 name we all know and love. This 1965 911 has an ultra-rare 300 series chassis number, meaning it is one of the first 911s to roll off the assembly line during the first full year of production. A literal barn find, it has its original engine and has been exactingly restored to its factory specification, making it one of the best early examples of the car that would go on to become a legend.

1969 Lamborghini Espada Series 1 by Bertone

Designed by Marcello Gandini at Bertone, the Lamborghini Espada was a V12-powered grand tourer with an elongated body that provided seating for four adults, a combination that made it the Italian company's most successful model until the Countach of the mid-1980s. Built in June of '69, this particular left-hand drive example recently received a comprehensive service in Switzerland, where it was noted to have 84,426 km — around 52,500 miles — on the odometer. It's presented here with its original engine and in its original white color with black interior.

1962 Aston Martin DB4 Series IV

Released in 1958, the Aston Martin DB4 was an instant classic. The DB4 would become the blueprint for Aston Martin's design language going forward, and spawned some of the most desirable cars made by the company in the 1960s. This 1962 Series IV has the desirable Superleggera-process, hand-formed aluminum alloy body panels over a rigid steel tube frame. The motor has been upgraded to larger 4.2-litre inline-six and the entire car has received a complete restoration to a high standard. A perfect driver's car, this DB4 is ready for the road.

1964 Lincoln Continental Convertible

There's a big block V8 under the hood with an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor, aluminum radiator, automatic transmission, and custom exhaust. But it's what's on the outside that makes this 1964 Lincoln Continental Convertible so special. It's covered with a custom tungsten wrap complemented by glossy black trim, a bold look that's continued on the interior by the Alcantara seats with suede inserts. It's finished off with upgrades like an 8.4-inch monitor with backup camera, remote poppers for the suicide doors, and 20-inch wheels wrapped in Whitewall tires.

1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

The Trans-Am racing series is where American muscle cars went to race in the late 60s and early 70s. The battles between the Mustang and Camaro were legendary and inspired the car you see here. This 1970 Boss 302 Mustang has period-correct modifications that recreate the look of Parnelli Jones' Trans-Am entry. The car rides on Koni shocks and magnesium Minilite wheels and has chassis modifications to strengthen the frame at critical points. Flared fenders and the original 302 cubic-inch motor and four-speed Hurst transmission make this Mustang go like it looks.

1968 Shelby GT350 Convertible

Shelby Mustangs are rare, but this GT350 Cobra convertible is among the rarest — only 404 were made for the 1968 model year. 1968 saw the 289 cubic-inch V8 dropped for a factory 302 V8. Aggressive fiberglass front and rear fascias, horizontal tail lights from the 1965 Thunderbird, and grill-mounted high beams set classic Shelby design touches that continue in today's Shelby Mustangs. This car has a manual four-speed transmission, factory air conditioning, and Carroll's own signature on the dashboard, setting this classic apart from the rest.

Zagato 356 Carrera Speedster & Coupe

Zagato has created many iconic car designs in its near-century of existence. Yet two of the best have stayed relatively unknown. The Zagato 356 Carrera Speedster & Coupe are revivals of two master modifications of Porsche's Beetle-based sports car. The Speedster was originally ordered by Ferdinand Porsche for racing driver Claude Storez. Built in 1957 as a one-off, it was destroyed in a 1959 crash. This recreation is based on photometric measurements of the few remaining images of the car. Arguably even more impressive is the coupe, with its clean lines taken from a 1959 drawing found in Zagato's archives. Built upon original 356 chassis, each is limited to just nine examples, all of which are already sold.

1999 Lamborghini Diablo GT

It might share the Diablo name with the SV and VT that debuted the same year, but this 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GT was an entirely different beast. The most track-focused on the group, its V12 engine jumped from 5.7 to 6.0L, increasing horsepower to 575. All that power was delivered to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual, while a dramatically different body crafted primarily from carbon fiber provided added downforce and air to the engine. With only 171 miles on the odometer, this example — number 12 of just 80 ever produced — may be the most pristine example left in the world.

Photos: Tim Scott / RM Sotheby's

1950 Ferrari 195 Inter Coupe by Ghia

Ferrari made 27 195 Inters in 1950, the road-going version of its 195 S racer. Only 11 were bodied by Ghia, and even fewer had the optional triple Weber carburetors — all of which makes this extremely rare, even by early Ferrari standards. This 195 Inter made its way to Los Angeles in the late '50s after being sold by its original Italian owner, eventually finding its way to Illinois and Paul C. Clovis in 1976. Paul spent the next 35 years meticulously documenting and restoring the car. With only around 35 Ferraris ever bodied by Ghia, this 195 Inter is in a class all its own.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 250 GD SUV

Seemingly unrestored, this 1991 Mercedes-Benz 250 GD SUV is highly desirable regardless. A two-door, short wheelbase convertible, it's powered by a 2.5L, inline five-cylinder diesel mated to a manual transmission sending 84 hp to all four wheels. Its light olive green color and matching jerrycan give it a military look, while an aftermarket stereo and wood-lined cargo area give it some level of creature comfort. As the G-Class wasn't officially launched in the US until 2001, this example was imported and modified to meet DOT regulations, but retains its km/h speedo, with under 40,000 km — or just a hair over 24,000 miles — on the odometer.

Photos: Matt Malamut / RM Auctions

Guglielmo Miani's 1972 Land Rover Range Rover

Purchased by textile magnate and noted car collector Guglielmo Miani in 2009, its past owner isn't even the most interesting thing about this 1972 Land Rover Range Rover. Instead, it's the fact that Miani had it restored by Mario Galbiati, a man known for hand-building most Zagato releases over the years. As you'd expect, it's in great shape both mechanically and aesthetically, finished in its original Tuscan blue with an interior that's nearly entirely original and sitting atop a rare suffix A chassis.

1969 Dodge Charger Defector

From the outside, this looks a tastefully executed 1969 Dodge Charger restomod. Look closer, and you'll see that this Ring Brothers custom is much more than new wheels and fresh paint. The car has been shortened two inches and the wheelbase stretched by three, with a Detroit Speed subframe up front and four-link suspension in the rear. Custom 19-inch HRE wheels are wrapped in massive Michelin rubber slowed by Baer disc brakes, and a 6.4-liter Wegner Motorsports Hemi provides power that would make the original blush.

Paul McCartney's Lamborghini 400 GT

Powered by a 4.0L V12, the 400 GT 2+2 was immediately welcomed into the ranks of the world's best Grand Tourers — and into the garage of Sir Paul McCartney. Delivered during the height of The Beatles' popularity with seating for every member of the Fab Four, the car stayed in Macca's possession until 1979 when it was sold to a well-known collector. The collector ended up purchasing the car twice, selling it in 1989 only to buy it back in 1996, with a rear suspension and gearbox rebuild the only changes in that time. It has been stored in a climate-controlled environment since 2011, and outside of its wine red livery — a change made long ago — remains in highly original condition.

1970 Jaguar E-Type 'Series 2' Coupe

The Jaguar E-Type came to the public in 1961 and caused an immediate sensation. Enzo Ferrari himself called it the most beautiful car ever made. Major innovations were underneath the gorgeous exterior, with fully independent suspension, disc brakes, and monocoque construction. This 'Series 2' E-Type made its way into the hands of a Mr. Stevens in 1986, where it sat until now. This E-Type is a perfect candidate for restoration and sports an amazing 32-year-old patina.

1966 Sunbeam Tiger

When you mention Carroll Shelby, the conversation is dominated by fire-breathing Cobras and Mustangs. But there was another British roadster that had an American V8 wedged in the engine bay — the Sunbeam Tiger. Powered by a 260 cubic-inch Ford V8 and having nearly perfect weight balance, the Tiger was another excellent collaboration between the United States and the UK. This restored example comes with its removable factory hardtop, folding convertible top, and original chassis and engine.

1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

Born as a cheaper alternative to Mercedes' 300 SL track weapon, the 190 SL looked similar but had a more typical chassis construction and a 1.9-liter four-cylinder motor. The 190 SL was a grand tourer through and through, being more practical, comfortable, and nearly as stylish as it's track-bred cousin. This 190 SL has gone from California to the Netherlands and back to the States, picking up a concours-level restoration along the way. With just under 65,000 original miles, it's an affordable place to start for the vintage motoring enthusiast.

1972 AMC Javelin AMX Defiant

Forget the Pacer and the all-wheel-drive Eagle — AMC made the best muscle car of the era. And Wisconsin's own Ring Brothers have made one of the wildest AMX customs imaginable. Starting with an AMC AMX, Ring Brothers dropped in a 6.2-liter Dodge Hellcat Hemi, rated at over 1,000 horsepower. The rest of the car is nothing short of beautiful, with tasteful front and rear pieces that accent the AMX's great lines.

1968 Porsche 908 Works

In 1968, Porsche unleashed the 908 on the sports car racing world. It would turn out to be the first step in making Porsche the most successful Le Mans manufacturer ever, with 19 overall wins in their trophy case. Having wrecked out of the Spa 1000km as the factory entry, chassis 908-10 was sold and moved to Switzerland where it disappeared for more than 20 years. Brought to the US and now fully restored, this car marks the beginning of more than 40 years of endurance racing dominance by Porsche.

1965 Meyers Manxter 2+2

Built atop a full-length VW Beetle floorpan — as opposed to the shortened base of the standard Manx — the Meyers Manxter 2+2 provided added utility in the way of two more seats or added cargo space. This particular example was built atop a '65 Bug and was recently restored by San Francisco-based Manx specialists. Painted in an Olive Green shade more commonly seen on FJ40 Land Cruisers, it has a tan leather interior, red wheels capped with Porsche caps, and a rare, removable fiberglass hardtop.

Photos: Robin Adams / RM Sotheby's

1963 International Harvester Scout Camper

Seemingly 100% original and ripe for restoration, this 1963 International Harvester Scout Camper is a highly collectible oddity. One of only 88 ever made, this 68,000-mile example is one of only three known survivors. The sides of the camper fold down and with window inserts convert into beds, while the interior also has room for a seating area with table, kitchen with working fridge, sink, and oven, and a fold-out toilet. It also runs and drives, and is currently located in Austin, TX.

1961 Aston Martin DB4GT Zagato

Between 1961 and 1962, this Aston Martin was dueling with the Ferrari 250 GT for the sports car crown. Driven by the legendary Formula One World Champion Jim Clark, this DB4GT has competed at Le Mans, Goodwood, and the Paris 1,000 Kilometers. Built to Aston Martin's factory ultra-lightweight specifications, it has a racing pedigree that few other cars from the early 60s can claim. Emerging from single-family ownership for nearly 50 years, this Aston Martin occupies a unique place in racing history.

1958 Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet

You'd very hard pressed to find a more rare Ferrari than this 1958 250 GT. One of only 40 made, it's also one of eleven with its original motor and transmission. After the original motor failed in 1971, it was replaced with a competition-spec motor. In 2013, the current owner undertook a complete restoration of the car, including finding and rebuilding the original motor — an amazing feat of research and dedication. With its combination of beautiful lines and exclusivity, this 250 GT starts with an $8.6 million opening bid.

1967 Shelby 427 Cobra

Barn finds are becoming increasingly rare, and this 1967 427 Cobra with its stablemate Ferrari 275 GTB is one of the greatest finds ever. In remarkably original condition, this Cobra still wears its Rangoon Red paint, black interior and Goodyear Wingfoot tires. One of only 260 made, opportunities to own classics in such original condition are becoming extremely hard to find.

Barn Find 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Long Nose Alloy

For over 25 years, this 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB sat in a garage, untouched. The only mechanic the owner trusted was also a motorcycle racer and died in an accident. The Ferrari was parked shortly afterward until coming up for auction — along with a 1967 Shelby 427 Cobra. A rare long nose, alloy-bodied example, only 80 were ever made, and the exceptional condition only adds to its value.