Car enthusiasts across the country are undoubtedly marking their calendars for one of New Zealand’s most anticipated automotive events, The Sunday Drive Christmas Classic and Performance Live Auction. With an impressive roster of rare vehicles, celebrity-owned gems, and nostalgia-packed classics, this event promises to bring 2024 to a roaring close.
Set to culminate on Sunday, December 10, with a live auction at 7pm, this year’s showcase will offer over $2.5 million worth of classic and performance vehicles. Among the collection are two headline-making automobiles with celebrity ownership that will undoubtedly send bidders into overdrive.
From Rocket Man to Mustang Legend: The Star Cars to Watch
Leading the celebrity lots is a 2004 Bentley Continental GT, once owned by none other than music legend Sir Elton John. A sleek black beauty oozing with rock-star charisma, this Bentley is the epitome of luxury, style, and provenance. Having been part of the Rocket Man’s personal fleet, bidders can only imagine the stories whispered through its hand-stitched leather interior, glamorous red-carpet arrivals, private singalongs, or even behind-the-scenes moments of musical magic. Complete with documentation verifying its previous ownership by Elton John himself, this is more than a car; it’s a piece of rock and roll history.
While for motorsport buffs, the 2021 Ford Mustang SM17 will be a must-see. Personally owned by Kiwi racing icon Scott McLaughlin, this Limited Edition model was created by Herrod Performance to celebrate McLaughlin’s three Supercars Championship wins. With only 130 of these beasts in existence, and a mere 30 making their way to New Zealand, the rarity alone is enough to excite collectors. Add its personal use by McLaughlin during trips back home from the U.S., and this Mustang becomes not just a car, but a trophy for any racing-obsessed enthusiast.
More Gems Await Under the Hammer
Outside the realm of celebrity, the auction boasts a lineup guaranteed to catch the eye of collective gearheads. Highlights include a rare American Airstream Caravan, a stylish 1932 Chevrolet Coupe Hot Rod, and an iconic Daimler SP250 Dart. Each vehicle represents a piece of motoring history, offering bidders the chance to own something truly unique.
Sneak a Peek at the Lineup
The full range of auction lots will be available to view at the Sunday Drive HQ (363 Church Street, Penrose) starting from December 2, culminating in a special late-night viewing on Thursday, December 5 from 6:00pm – 7:30pm. This provides prospective buyers the opportunity to inspect every curve and detail before the bidding war begins.
Closing 2024 with a Bang
The final moments of the live auction on December 10 are expected to be nothing short of dramatic as collectors, fans, and car aficionados battle it out for some extraordinary vehicles. Whether it’s the Bentley’s rock-star legacy or the Mustang’s championship pedigree, the Sunday Drive Christmas Classic and Performance Live Auction promises thrills, excitement, and perhaps, a new set of keys to a legendary ride.
Don’t miss your chance to join the action and make automotive history.
For more details and previews, visit Sunday Drive HQ or contact them directly ahead of the big day.
