How much is a restored Spitfire worth?
One of only two Mk. 1 Spitfires still able to fly today has sold for a record amount at Christie’s auctions. The gavel fell at £3,106,500 (US$4,784,010) on the painstakingly restored RAF Spitfire P9374, far exceeding pre-auction estimates of £2.5m.
How much does it cost to maintain a Spitfire?
£50K PER YEAR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.
Are there any original Spitfires still flying?
07 Jun How many Spitfires are still flying? Out of the 20,000+ Spitfires that were built from 1938 to 1948, today, just a handful of these (around 60) are still airworthy. This means our flights are authentic and a-once-in-a-lifetime experience.
How many Spitfires are being restored?
Surviving Spitfires
| Condition as stated below | Number listed below |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | 70 |
| Static Display | 65 |
| Restoration / Stored | 64 |
| Total | 199 |
How much does it cost to restore a Triumph Spitfire?
A complete set of laser cut stiffener boards from £30! on EVERYTHING! on most kits! on most kits! Owning and restoring a classic car can be a joy. There’s nothing quite like pootling along a country lane with the top down and the sun on your back. The comfy seats hold you like a proper sports car should.
What do you need to know about Spitfire?
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Where can I find a restored Supermarine Spitfire?
It’s good to have a diversion, so Warbird Online is featuring the recent restoration work underway at Vintage Fighter Restorations (VFR) at Scone NSW. The big news is that Mk IX Supermarine Spitfire MH415 has now been completed and has had engine runs and taxi trials which were very successful.
When did the Spitfire XVIII come into service?
The ultimate photographic reconnaissance version of the Spitfire which incorporated a pressurised cockpit and the Mk XIV Griffon engine. It entered operational service in May 1944 and would only retire from frontline service with the RAF until April 1954. The Mk XVIII was a refined Spitfire XIV with additional fuel, stronger wing and bubble canopy.
