Overview
- At the Lyon Court of Appeal on October 2, roughly 200 confiscated items opened at a combined €1 million as authorities said they hoped to double that total.
- Luxury cars were listed well below market value, including a model valued around €110,000 with a starting price of €40,000.
- The priciest lot was an industrial aerial platform set to open near €120,000, with an estimated value close to €200,000.
- Proceeds are designated to replenish state finances and compensate victims, with AGAR overseeing assets and Actalliance running the sale.
- A separate Toulouse auction the same day saw a Rolex Daytona sell for €28,800 amid strong in-room and online bidding, with revenue directed to the state and anti-drug initiatives.