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RM Sotheby's Monterey Auction to Offer Jim Patterson's Pre-War Cars

market-auction · 2026-05-28

RM Sotheby's will present a selection from The Jim Patterson Collection at the 29th annual Monterey Auction, taking place August 13–15 at the Portola Hotel and Monterey Conference Center. The auction features pre-war automobiles, including a 1937 Delage D8-120 Coach Aérosport, a 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Atalante, and a 1939 Delage D8-120 S Coupe. These vehicles are distinguished by their handcrafted artistry and provenance, offering collectors a connection to motoring history.

Key facts

  • RM Sotheby's Monterey Auction runs August 13–15
  • Event held at Portola Hotel and Monterey Conference Center
  • This is the 29th year of the auction
  • Featured cars include 1937 Delage D8-120 Coach Aérosport
  • Also includes 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Atalante
  • And 1939 Delage D8-120 S Coupe
  • Collection is from Jim Patterson
  • Cars are pre-war, valued for craftsmanship and provenance

Entities

Institutions

  • RM Sotheby's
  • Portola Hotel
  • Monterey Conference Center

Locations

  • Monterey
  • United States

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