After being parked at the airport for 40 years, Elvis Presley’s private plane was sold at auction (photos)

The plane of the famous American artist Elvis Presley was sold for $ 260,000 at auction in the United States of America.

According to American media, the 1962 Lockheed 1329 JetStar private jet was recently sold, in the presence of the late artist’s family, as the auction opened at $100,000, before it reached $260,000 by a person whose name was not revealed.

Elvis’ ex-wife, Priscilla Presley, told the audience at the auction: “Elvis loved airplanes and this was one of them… This is my first auction and I’m excited to be here. Today will be Elvis’ 88th birthday.”

The plane is parked at the Roswell International Flight Center in Roswell, New Mexico, where it has been located for nearly 40 years. Its four engines and most of its cockpit instruments were removed years ago, but the red velvet upholstery, red carpet and a few basics remain.