Rolex Datejust 16013

A Rolex Datejust 36, "Golden Ghost" Dial Wristwatch with Formula 1 Provenance Circa 1984

Description: This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust reference 16013, distinguished by its elusive ‘ghost dial’ a rare variant characterised by a subtle, faded aesthetic that has become highly sought after among collectors. This particular model, presented to the vendor — formerly closely associated with the McLaren team, by Mansour Ojjeh, then principal of TAG and co-owner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team— commemorates McLaren’s extraordinary 1984 season. That year, McLaren-TAG 37 38 secured the Constructors’ Championship, while Niki Lauda clinched the Drivers’ title by just half a point over teammate Alain Prost which still is the narrowest margin in Formula 1 history. The vendor recalls, “It was a heck of a season in 1984. The Ojjeh family, plus both Niki and Alain, were there to do the presentation. It was something quite special.” The ‘ghost dial’ variant of the 16013 is seldom seen in the market, with few examples surfacing in online listings. Its rarity make it a prized piece among vintage Rolex enthusiasts and collectors. Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 Reference: 16013/62523 Year: 1984 (by serial and paperwork) Material: Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Case Dimensions: 36mm diameter, 43.6mm lug to lug, 12.8mm thickness Dial and Hands: Champagne "Ghost" Dial, appliqued baton index markers, baton hands. Crystal: Acrylic Plexiglass crystal with date magnifying cyclops lens Calibre: Rolex calibre 3035, automatic self-winding, 27 jewels. Bracelet/Strap: 62523 Jubilee bracelet with 455 end links Box/Papers: With paperwork only All watches are sold "As Is". Webb's makes no guarantee of the future working order of the watch or battery life and timepieces may need to be serviced to improve accuracy. Generally, none of the watches have been tested for time keeping accuracy or running time, nor have any seals been tested on water-resistant watches. If they have been tested this is for indication purposes only and not guaranteed. Vintage watches may have been restored or repaired over the years and as such, Webb's cannot guarantee that individual component parts are original or of manufacturer origin. EST. $10,000 - $12,000