Anyone who grew up in the 1950s and beyond has likely heard the name John Lennon, and now those who have a special place in their hearts for the former Beatle have the chance to bid on his first car. Lennon purchased a 1965 Ferrari 330GT 2+2 Coupe with an Azzuro blue paint job and a matching blue interior in February 1965. Lennon had just gotten his driver's license, and a caravan of cars arrived at his gated home in Surrey, England. He chose the Ferrari, which he owned until late 1967.

"It is a wonderful commentary on the early excitement generated by 'Beatlemania' that John Lennon didn't even have to leave his house to buy his first car," said Sholto Gilbertson, a senior specialist in the Bonhams Motor Car Department. "We are delighted to be offering a car associated with such an icon of contemporary popular culture at the first of our Goodwood series of auctions in 2013."

After Lennon parted with his ride, it got a red paint job in the 80s, but has since been restored to its original splendor. In addition to being owned by such a legendary cultural figurehead, the car is one of only 500 of its kind. Experts at the Bonhams U.K. auction house estimate that it could bring in anywhere between £180,000 and £220,000 (about $277,000 to $339,000).

While most drivers are likely not going to bid on this noteworthy car, that doesn't mean they can't get a ride of their own that is just as special. Those in the New York/New Jersey area can check out the selection of makes and models available at NJ State Auto Auction. Every car, truck and SUV on the lot is CARFAX certified, ensuring drivers they'll be getting behind the wheel of a reliable ride.