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And the orders and interest in prestige and luxury brands has continued with stand managers claiming an increase in figures, despite a slight decline in overall attendance.
The Mercedes SL500 was bought by a customer who was part of a group of VIP guests and has since sold four more models.
"We're generally generating around 45 to 50 leads of interest every single day during the motor show," Mercedes Benz spokesman Peter Fadeyev said.
The new Bentley GT Continental Convertible has also generated a lot of interest with its first appearance at the Darling Harbour event.
Bentley spokesman David Jackson said up to six orders have already been taken for the $400,000 car.
"We generate a huge proportion of enquiries from the motor show and we sell a lot of cars as a result of it," he said yesterday.
Two Ferrari 599 GTBs, worth $700,000 each, have been sold while on display in Australia for the first time.
Audi spokeswoman Anna Burgdorf said there has been a lot of interest in its R8, with 10 strong leads and major interest in the much-anticipated new TT model.
BMW has already sold two cars from its stand and has generated a lot of interest in the coupes and M6.
What's on today
* The third nightly fashion parade features Sydney designer Nicola Finetti, noted for high fashion and cocktail wear. There will be two shows at the Saab stand at 6.30pm and 7.30pm.
* When: 10am-10pm
* Where: Darling Harbour Exhibition Centre
* Tickets: Adults $17, 5-16 $10.50, under 5 free, family (2 adults and 3 children) $42
* Follow the show online at the official Australian Motor Show website
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