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76 - 1928 – Marmon ‘Grand Prix’
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Estimate €80,000 - €120,000
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1928 – Marmon ‘Grand Prix’ French classic car registration document Vehicle sold without a roadworthiness test ‘An 8-cylinder in-line engine and a look to die for! ” The Marmon Motor Car Company, founded in 1902 by Howard Marmon in Indianapolis, epitomises the excellence, luxury and technological innovation of the early 20th-century American motoring industry. Before becoming a global benchmark for elegance with its cutting-edge engines, the brand cemented its place in motorsport legend thanks to a single model: the Marmon ‘Wasp’. Designed specifically for racing, this yellow and black single-seater with its streamlined silhouette made history by winning the very first Indianapolis 500 in 1911, driven by Ray Harroun.    This car was built by Mecanic Import in Belgium. It is a tribute to the brand’s racing models, based on the ‘Petite Marmon’ and powered by an inline 8-cylinder engine. Subsequently sold to a French collector, the car has remained in the same collection for almost 20 years.   During this time, numerous technical improvements have been made to the car. It is now fitted with a modern 4-speed gearbox, installed to make driving easier. In terms of performance, the vehicle is very powerful and drives exceptionally well. The mechanical components and bodywork now display signs of use characterised by a patina and an ‘era-appropriate’ look.   With its mechanical configuration and American-inspired design, this car offers an alternative for buyers wishing to stand out from the Bugatti replicas frequently seen at historic car meets. Its technical specifications and the rarity of this Marmon replica make it a distinctive choice for rallies or track demonstrations.
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About the sale Autoworld 2026 | Auction & Motion
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Auction time 10/10/2026 at 3:00 PM
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