Spitfire Auction

[CoastieJohn]

I went back four pages and didn't see this mentioned. If you have about $4 mil this could be yours. A bit more info at the link.

http://www.foxnews.com/science/2015/05/ ... p=obinsite

Fully restored WWII fighter plane up for auction

By Elizabeth Howell
·Published May 04, 2015



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This restored Mk.1 Spitfire warplane was flown by a Royal Air Force (RAF) pilot during World War II. (© 2011 John Dibbs)

A British warplane that was shot down in 1940 during World War II and was later meticulously restored to flying condition is slated to hit the auction block this summer.

The fighter plane — one of only two original Mk. 1 Spitfire models still able to fly — will be sold to commemorate the 75th anniversary of two pivotal WWII skirmishes: the Battle of France and the Battle of Britain. The historic aircraft could fetch up to $3.8 million, according to Christie's London, the auction house handling the sale.

The Spitfire, called P9374, has been restored to its original specifications and is able to take to the air today, said auction house Christie's of the sale, which will take place July 9. [See video of the historic Spitfire warplane in flight]

[Lon Moer]

[Triplane102]

Calling Mr. R. Lewis ? What better to pair up with one's MK 5 ?

[DB2]

Somewhat related (it's for the other Mk1, N3200), but I stumbled across this program just last night, very well done:

"Guy Martin Builds a Spitfire"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7Zebpu2nS4