Imagine owning a piece of racing history—a car that dominated the iconic Bathurst 1000. Well, now you can, but there’s a catch. Erebus Motorsport is parting ways with not one, but two legendary vehicles, and the decision has left fans and collectors buzzing with excitement—and a bit of surprise. Here’s the full story.
Erebus Motorsport has announced the sale of its 2024 Bathurst 1000-winning Chevrolet Camaro, alongside one of only four Mercedes-Benz AMG E63s ever built and raced by the team. These aren’t just any cars—they’re symbols of speed, precision, and triumph on the track. Both vehicles are now up for grabs through the team’s partner, Young Timers Garage (YTG), the same outfit that previously handled the sale of the Gen3 Camaro and Mustang prototypes for Supercars.
But here’s where it gets controversial: Why would Erebus let go of such iconic machines? Team owner Betty Klimenko has been known to cherish her collection, retaining nearly every significant car from Erebus’ storied history. The only other E63 she sold was the 2022 race winner, purchased by former sponsor Penrite Oil. So, what’s different this time? Is it a strategic move, or simply a matter of making room for new victories?
YTG director Shaun Baker hinted at the high demand for these vehicles, stating, ‘We’ve just put the cars to market, and discussions with potential buyers are already well advanced. These are serious cars with serious demand.’ The Mercedes E63, in particular, could find a new home overseas, given its unique racing heritage. After all, it was this very car that secured Erebus’ first-ever Supercars race win at Winton in 2014, piloted by Lee Holdsworth.
And this is the part most people miss: Klimenko’s personal collection is a testament to her passion for motorsport. Her home garage and trophy room already house the 2013 Bathurst 12 Hour-winning Mercedes SLS and the 2023 Supercars Championship-winning Coca-Cola Camaro. The only spot left in her three-car space is reserved for the 2017 Bathurst 1000-winning Holden Commodore, currently undergoing restoration. So, is this sale a sign of shifting priorities, or simply a way to share the legacy with die-hard fans?
As the automotive world watches closely, one thing is clear: these cars aren’t just metal and rubber—they’re pieces of history. But here’s the question: Would you buy one of these legendary vehicles if you had the chance? And what do you think motivated Erebus to part with them? Let us know in the comments—this is one debate you won’t want to miss!
