Gooding & Company’s August 18-19 Pebble Beach auction featured the original Porsche 917 from Steve McQueen’s classic racing movie Le Mans (1971).

This 917 was the first to be entered into a professional race

The lot (chassis 917-024) sold for $14m, a record for a Porsche at auction.

It was also the first 917 ever professionally competed, a factor that will have enhanced its appeal among collectors, and was previously owned by legendary Porsche team driver Joe Siffert.

David Gooding, head of Gooding & Company, commented: "The Porsche 917 is among the most significant competition cars ever created and they remain highly coveted by knowledgeable enthusiasts worldwide.

“This example, with its fascinating history, iconic livery and exacting restoration, is among the most exciting racing cars that has ever come to public auction."

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