JRM Racing is pleased to announce that it is offering its two remaining FIA GT1 World Championship winning Nissan GT-R NISMO GT1s for sale by auction.
The unique opportunity to purchase these rare, official NISMO-built, Nissan GT-Rs will conclude in Abu Dhabi on 2nd December – to coincide with UAE National Day. The sale is expected to raise considerable sums for charity.
The cars will be put on display in the Al Masaood Automobiles flagship Nissan showroom in Khalidiya area, where they can be viewed throughout November.
Prospective buyers and VIP guests will be invited to attend an exclusive introduction event at the dealership on Monday 12th November 2012, This will include a presentation and a chance to take a close look at the cars.
A further invitation will be extended to attend the auction night itself on Sunday 2nd December, when last-minute bids will be accepted and the lucky new owners of the cars will be revealed.
“We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a private collector or enthusiast to purchase these two very special cars that have made their mark in motorsport history”, said JRM Group CEO James Rumsey. “As we are no longer able to race these Nissan GT-Rs in the GT1 World Championship, we would like to see them become part of a private collection and kept for posterity.
“It is no coincidence that we have decided to hold this sale in Abu Dhabi, as the first rounds of the GT1 World Championship in both 2010 and 2011 took place at Yas Marina Circuit. Therefore, the region holds some great memories for us.”
Irfan Tansel General Manager at Al Masaood Automobiles, who are hosting both of the preview event and the auction itself, said:
“We have contributed generously towards philanthropic activities in the past by donating different types of vehicles for people and groups with special needs, such as the Red Crescent organisation. We are therefore delighted to be the part of the charitable activity in association with JRM Group and wholeheartedly support this initiative as part of our commitment in making a contribution to our community.”
About the auction
The sale will be conducted as a ‘silent’ auction, with sealed bids made confidentially from 2nd November until 2nd December. The reserve price for each car is set at $1,000,000 (USD).
The winning bids will be accepted at the Al Masaood Automobiles premises at 6.00pm on 2nd December. JRM has confirmed that 10% of the sale value will be donated to a charity of the buyer’s choice.