Fernando Alonso’s prized Ferrari Enzo, the very first Enzo built, is set to go under the hammer at next month’s L’AstaRossa auction in Monaco. The car is expected to fetch a staggering €5 million ($5.36 million), making it the most valuable Enzo ever sold. Although it is unclear why Alonso is selling the car, it is known that he has owned it for the past 12 years and has only driven it for around 4,800 km (2,983 miles). The car is finished in the popular color of Rosso Corsa and comes with a Ferrari Classiche Red Book certifying it as the first Enzo built.

The auction, which includes 41 other prized Ferrari models, will be hosted by Monaco Car Auctions. However, the auction house has provided very few details about Alonso’s Enzo, such as a detailed report of its ownership history and movements over the years. Nonetheless, the car appears to be in excellent condition and boasts carbon fiber seats wrapped in black Alcantara with red stitching and red Prancing Horse logos on the headrests. This is a unique feature as many other Enzos left the factory with seats clad in leather, cloth, or a combination of the two.

While Alonso’s Enzo may be the most expensive to trade hands, it isn’t the lowest-mileage example we’ve seen hit the market recently. In March, a silver 2003 Ferrari Enzo was listed up for sale in Ontario, Canada with just 141 miles (227 km) on the clock.

The Ferrari Enzo is powered by a 6.0-liter naturally-aspirated V12 that was good for 651 hp when the car was new. This engine is mated exclusively to a six-speed automated manual transmission with paddle shifters that sends power through the rear wheels.

## The First Enzo Built

Alonso’s Enzo is particularly special as it is the very first Enzo that was built, officially known as Scocca n.1. The Enzo was named after the company’s founder, Enzo Ferrari, and was first introduced at the 2002 Paris Motor Show. The car was designed by Ken Okuyama, who also designed the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and the Maserati Quattroporte.

The Enzo was built using Formula One technology, with the aim of creating a car that could be driven on the road but would still be capable of delivering a racing experience. The car was fitted with an electrohydraulic shift transmission, which allowed for gear changes in just 150 milliseconds, and a carbon-fiber body that was designed to be as aerodynamic as possible.

## L’AstaRossa Auction

Alonso’s Enzo is just one of 41 prized Ferrari models that will be auctioned off at the L’AstaRossa auction next month. The auction will take place on May 1st and will feature some of the most sought-after Ferrari models in the world.

One of the highlights of the auction is a 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/6C Alloy Berlinetta, which is expected to fetch between €2.8 million ($3 million) and €3.2 million ($3.4 million). This particular model is one of just six alloy-bodied 275 GTBs ever built and is considered to be one of the most desirable Ferraris ever made.

Another standout model is a 2003 Ferrari Enzo that has just 1,500 km (932 miles) on the clock. This particular model is finished in Nero Daytona with a black interior and is expected to fetch between €2.6 million ($2.8 million) and €2.9 million ($3.1 million).

## Final Thoughts

Fernando Alonso’s Enzo is a truly unique car that is sure to attract a lot of attention at next month’s L’AstaRossa auction. As the very first Enzo ever built, this car is a piece of automotive history and is sure to be highly sought after by collectors around the world.

While it is unclear why Alonso is parting ways with the car, it is clear that he has taken excellent care of it over the past 12 years. With just 4,800 km (2,983 miles) on the clock, this Enzo is in excellent condition and is sure to be a prized addition to any collection.