Who owns the best Ferrari collections?

We have a local collector that opens his collection to local car clubs.

Ferrari's Alfa's Masarati A6, Porsche 550 spyder, twin Gullwings and the first Ford GT off the assembly line. 3 Pebble Beach winners. Just fantastic stuff. Two 250 california's,250gto,250tr,1 off 375,275's ,166, Daytona's etc. My favorite a 275 Nart Spider Yellow. Some fantastic stuff. DEEP into the 8 figures possibly close to 9 figures in value.

I'm sure there are larger but his will be the best I will ever see I'm sure.

 

That's incredible.

 

He drives them all as well. Rally's, Mille Miglia's. He'll take anyone of them run it the 1000 miles and bring it back for a full restoration afterwards. Obviously Historics as well. Well he drives all but the Schumacher F1 car.

 

I am told that Peter Kalikow has a pretty nice collection.

I know a guy with a California, A Daytona Convertible, A hard-top Daytona, an F-40, an F-50, A 16M Scud, a 599 and the rare and coveted 250 LM. He also owns a Quadroporte, and the MC-12

 

There are 3 other collections similar to the one you list in the same complex as the bigger one I listed as well. It's just hard not to be in awe of a large chunk of $5mil-$30mil cars in the same room so I had only mentioned it.

 

+1

AND he can out-dress Blampee

Jedi

 

Any "garage pics"?

MDS

 

Whats Anthony Bamford current collection?

 

All of the NW has been asked not to post pics. I have seen pics of part of his collection online before but I respect his request and don't post any.

 

Michael Fux... surprised no one has mentioned him yet.

 

Fair enough. I understand.

Thanks.

MDS

 

There are many collections out there of significant prominence. But, the posts about Fux's and the "I know a guy" raises an interesting question: are we talking classic or are we talking modern? No disrespect to any of these collectors. It's their money, and they are free to spend it as they like. But, is Fux's collection anywhere near as "important" as, say, Ralph Lauren's? There's actual HISTORY in Lauren's cars. Many of Fux's cars, while wonderful cars, are...meaningless. They're just cool cars. Nothing special, really. I mean, having a 288, F40, F50 and Enzo is interesting and fun, but beyond that, it's not of any real import. Maybe this is generational. Or, maybe it's a quality of the collection question. Few would argue that the Sultan of Brunei didn't have an enormous collection. But, would anyone argue that it had any cars of importance or real value? Maybe there were a few McLaren F1s and lots of customized one-offs, and he certainly threw a LOT of money at his stable, but I'm just not impressed by it. Now, seeing the cars that MADE the history? That's something.

CW

 

One thing you learn quickly in the world of collector cars... no two collections are alike. One is not 'better' than another; only different. It's true that some may contain more historical cars, or may be worth more... but when you start seeing collections of 50+ cars around, it's always awe inspiring.

The one I spend the most time with is the Lingenfelter Collection, with about 150 cars... 9 or 10 Ferrari's, 40% Corvettes including the first ever V8 'Vette, 30% Muscle cars, and 30% exotics.

Kruise has a nice collection, there are a few 40-50 car collections in the Grosse Pointe area, one of the DeVos' have a large collection of cars... the owner of Reliable Carriers has a great collection... the owner of Supercuts... I hear he has 10 F360's alone. The Gilmore Collection...Is it relevant to compare collections that are only 20-30 cars LOL?

 

So many great Ferrari collections are unknown to the public as the owners cherish their privacy, but as far as private collections in the US that have been shared with the public (at least through club events, etc.) go, you would be hard pressed to find nicer collections (and nicer owners ) than those of these 3 individuals in the Northwest -----

1) Jon Shirley --- Seattle area
2) Greg Whitten --- Seattle area
3) Ron Tonkin --- Portland area

.....and, we are privileged that these fine gentlemen have been so generous over the years to share their cars with us

 

What do you mean? In the same complex? Are there for 4 car collections in one building or how is it supposed to be understood?

 

There are also many, many outstanding collections in Europe. Owners such as ----

1) Pierre Bardinon
2) Sir Anthony Bamford

...are probably the most impressive of the well known collections --- you can search online and find details about their cars.

 

This is what I was talking about. While perhaps meaningful to the owner, 10 360s does absolutely nothing for me. And, historically, of absolutely ZERO significance. Just cars.

CW

 

I agree completely! I just don't understand such a mentality as that.

It's a real shame that some people with money have no idea how to spend it

Call me crazy.....But, I wouldn't want (10) examples of ANY of the same car.....even if they were 250 GTO's ---- "variety" is the spice of life for me

 

Both have VERY impressive collections. Although, of late, I think Bardinon has been selling off some cars, and the collection isn't what it once was. There are equally impressive collections on this side of the pond. Some of which have already been mentioned. But, plenty haven't...

CW

 

yes, i saw about 30 of his cars at celebration event in 2008

also phil bachman of TN

 

The "Schlumpf syndrome" ?

 

I think a 288, F40, F50 and Enzo ARE important, all in one collection, am I wrong? I'd love to have those, but how about a row of, 206, 246, 308, 328, 348, 355, 360, 430, 458? Would that be an important display of evolution? Anyway, I only have one measly F-car, so sad, but I did have one before, so it IS my second, heeheehee

 

Sure, I'd be happy with the supercars, too. I'd be very proud of that collection. VERY cool cars, but of no particular importance, either. We're talking the difference between money and class. And, just as a reminder, all 4 supercars can be acquired for less than the cost of, say, the 166MM at Sheehan's right now ($2.9MM). A 250 GTO/SWB/California collection would be upwards of $30MM if recent pricing is accurate. THAT collection requires diligence, time and money to acquire. Now multiply that by several times, and these are the kinds of collections that are deserving of the best collections in the world. Collections that took decades to amass, cost a bloody fortune and each car has an important history or story.

And, the evolution of the series? Interesting, but in 50 years is anyone else going to care? Insert shrug of shoulders...

CW