Vintage cars being auctioned in Paris

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Vintage cars being auctioned in Paris

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04 February,2011 04:38 am

It's a classy location for some classic cars. In 1901, the Grand Palais welcomed the first Paris Motor-show, 110 years later, turn of the century automobiles are making a prestigious come back there.Bonhams auction house are preparing for a big auction with over 90 cars from the 20th century. The old-timers are still in pristine condition and look as much at home in the palace as they ever did. Visitors can stroll under the beautiful architecture of the Grand Palais while they witness over a century of automotive history. While avid fans could take home a stunning racing Alfa Romeo worth over one million euros, the one item which won't be going under the auctioneer's hammer is a blue Ferrari owned by John Lennon. The owner decided the car was just priceless. One of the attractions should have been a blue Ferrari which belonged to Beatles singer John Lennon.