A HOLLYWOOD mega-star's vintage 1958 Ferrari has been pulled from an upcoming auction after doubts were raised over its true history. A row has erupted between the auction house and members of an online owners' forum over whether the motor is the genuine article. Luxury auctioneer Christie's is gearing up for its "Exceptional Sale" in Paris on November 20.
Most of the lots are 19th-century antiques and high-end clothing, but there was originally a 1958 Ferrari 250 GT Coupe on the list. Only produced for six years between 1954 and 1960 as a less racing-orientated version of the Berlinetta 250 MM. Styled by legendary coachbuilders Pininfarina and featuring a three-litre V12, it is widely regarded as one of the most desirable classic models on the market.
READ MORE MOTORS NEWS And this particular example's value to collectors was boosted even further by the fact that it was, according to the listing, previously owned by A-list actress Angelina Jolie . It was expected to fetch upwards of £681,000 when the sale went through. But the ad has since been taken down after concerns were raised in the Ferrari Chat online forum.
Suspicions had been raised when users noticed the listing was light on detail about the car's link to the superstar. Most read in Motors Some suggested that Jolie never actually owned the car, but that it simply appeared alongside her in an advert for perfume company Guerlain in 2017. According to a report from Bloomberg , the car was originally sold by RM Sotheb.
