Koenigsegg fans and hypercar enthusiasts, take note: a rare piece of automotive history is up for grabs. A 2006 Koenigsegg CCXR prototype, one of the earliest vehicles designed to run on biofuel, is set to go on auction at Bonhams in London on December 12. This pioneering hypercar represents a significant milestone in Koenigsegg’s evolution into a cutting-edge performance automaker.
Nearly two decades ago, Koenigsegg was still carving its place among automotive giants. While the brand is now synonymous with innovation and speed, the CCXR marked its ambitious foray into sustainable performance. Based on the already impressive CCX, which delivered 806 horsepower, the CCXR took things further by introducing biofuel compatibility.
To make this leap, engineers reconfigured critical components, including injectors, fuel lines, and piston rings. The result? A twin-supercharged 4.7-liter V8 capable of producing 1,018 horsepower and 782 lb-ft of torque. This allowed the CCXR to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and achieve a top speed exceeding 250 mph—all while running on E85 or E100 ethanol.
The specific example heading to auction has an intriguing backstory. Allocated to Bård Eker, a former Koenigsegg shareholder and industrial designer, it was used for road testing during its development phase. Its sleek black exterior features unique graphics, adding to its allure for collectors.
Bonhams has placed the estimated value of this rare prototype between $1.8 million and $2.3 million, reflecting its historical significance and limited production—just 19 CCXR examples were ever made.
As biofuel gains renewed interest in the race for sustainable performance, this early prototype remains a testament to Koenigsegg’s forward-thinking ethos. Expect fierce bidding as enthusiasts vie to own this pivotal piece of hypercar history.
Shawn Henry