“Legendary $48M Prius” Creates a Buzz in the Bitcoin Community

The iconic “$48M Prius,” recognized widely in the Bitcoin community, has sparked a bidding war among enthusiasts and collectors. This unique vehicle, which came into prominence after its acquisition through a 1,000 BTC transaction in 2013, has since become a symbol of Bitcoin’s growth and acceptance.

A Journey Embedded in Bitcoin History

Over the past ten years, the Prius has marked its presence at over 30 Bitcoin-related events, facilitating the transport of substantial sums of money from early Bitcoin ATMs. Its journey and the stories it carries have made it a living testament to Bitcoin’s early days and its evolution.

A Niche Auction with NFT Perks

Adding to the allure of this auction is the integration of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). Each participant placing a bid on the car will receive a unique NFT as a token of participation. Furthermore, the individual placing the first bid will receive a special 1 of 1 NFT. The highest bidder, along with owning the vehicle, will also receive a distinctive 1 of 1 NFT, symbolizing their winning bid. All these NFTs will be minted using the counterparty protocol on the Bitcoin blockchain.

The Auction Details

The auction is being hosted on Scarce.City, a dedicated Bitcoin auction platform, and will continue until 11pm ET on May 20th. The auction will reach its climax at the Bitcoin2023 event in Miami, where an exciting in-person and virtual party is planned.

Celebrating the Prius’ Legacy

The car’s legacy will be further enhanced by the signatures of renowned individuals from the global Bitcoin community, including personalities like Tone Vays, Andreas Antenopolous, Rassah, and many more. David Bailey and other influential figures in the Bitcoin space will be signing the car live at the conference.

Devin Konopa, co-owner of the Prius, expressed his excitement and honor in being part of this significant chapter in Bitcoin history. He shared his enthusiasm about the overwhelming response from the Bitcoin community and looked forward to giving the legendary vehicle the grand sendoff it deserved.