Consider the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing: It was the first of its kind, and a singular performance car in its day.

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This year RM, which provided the images for the slideshow above, will offer a wide range of models but focus again on high-end European stunners from the red-hot Ferrari family consider the 1954 Ferrari 250 Europa and from Jaguar, Aston Martin and Mercedes-Benz (the 300SL Gullwing is a favorite).

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