Four top vintage cars at auction

Every summer, the best vintage cars in the world are auctioned off at Pebble Beach, and Fortune has put together a scouting report for this year's show. Whether you're buying or just gawking, these cars will have your heart racing.

By Sue Zesiger Callaway, Fortune

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1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT "Factory Lightweight"

Estimate: $1.6 million to $1.9 million

Auctioneer: RM Auctions

This Aston Martin was the first car to go zero to 60 to zero in under 20 seconds, thanks to featherweight bodywork and disc brakes. It's one of only six built.

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