Every now and then, a classic car comes along that breaks all the rules. The Beast is one of those rare legends. Fitted with a gigantic 27 liter Rolls Royce Merlin V12 engine, originally built for WWII fighter planes, this custom shooting brake is making headlines once again as it heads to auction. Freshly restored and looking bolder than ever, The Beast stands as a symbol of wild automotive imagination and engineering from a past era.
The Beast stands out in the world of classic cars not just for its size or performance, but for its pure audacity. Built in the 1970s by John Dodd, this shooting brake features a fiberglass body, a Rolls Royce grille, and that unforgettable Merlin V12 under the hood. In 1973, The Beast set an official Guinness World Record by reaching 295 kilometers per hour, an incredible achievement for any car, let alone one built in a small English workshop. Over the decades, its story has only grown more legendary, making it a must see for classic car collectors and fans of unique automotive history.
The Beast is crossing the auction block at Historics Auctioneers in the United Kingdom with an estimated price starting at just over 100000 British pounds. For collectors, this is more than a chance to buy a car, it is a chance to own a piece of automotive folklore. The car’s dramatic two tone paint, black businesslike interior, and unmistakable presence make it a conversation starter wherever it goes. Its reputation for turning heads and sparking stories is as strong as ever, and only a true enthusiast will be able to give The Beast its next chapter.
Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.
SHARE
