Lot 134: 2004 Qvale Mangusta

The Qvale Automotive Group is one of the oldest and most respected privately owned companies in the USA automotive sector, with over 50 years of experience in manufacturing, importing, distributing and retailing. Under a licensing agreement in 1998 with De Tomaso and after purchasing a state of the art factory in Modena, the spiritual home of sports car building in Italy, Qvale began production of the Mangusta in 1999.The car's conception benefited from an exotic blend from the cream of the world's sports car builders. The body having been designed by Marcello Gandini and the chassis by F1 designer, Enrique Scalabroni. The end result is something of a marvel. Powered by a Ford V8 4.6 litre engine producing some 320 bhp and through a manual 5 speed gearbox the car can reach a top speed of 160mph and 0-60mph in approximately 5 seconds. Another unique feature is the three position roof system lets you convert the Mangusta from a coupe to a Targa to a convertible to suit all weather conditions. This exquisite example is number 22 of just 272 cars built and is believed to be the only GTR version which features the very striking Shelby style paint work.Described in excellent condition the car has a sumptuous tan leather interior which also features air conditioning, electric windows and seats and an Apline stereo system. This one owner from new car has only 4,100 km showing and is currently German registered, supplied with a current TUV and European certificate of conformity, it is believed to be the only example currently on offer in the UK.