Socialite Laree Jane fetches more than $2 million for South Yarra penthouse

TYRE king Bob Jane’s ex-wife, Laree, has sold a South Yarra penthouse for more than $2 million.

The penthouse has been at the centre of legal action taken again Mrs Jane for allegedly defaulting on mortgage repayments.

It is understood the couple once shared the luxury penthouse which Mrs Jane continued to live in after their marriage bust-up.

The elegant, three-bedroom apartment in the Alexandra building enjoys views across the Yarra River and to the CBD.

It was put on the market in February and records show it sold for $2.1 million on May 11.

Documents filed in the Supreme Court the same day allege Mrs Jane has failed, refused or neglected to remedy the default.

The plaintiff, Elbas Pty Ltd, is suing for possession of the property, $1.155 million, interest and costs.

The Janes endured an ugly split in 2006 before reconciling in 2010. Their relationship attracted controversy from the start: Mrs Jane was an 18-year-old beauty pageant contestant when she met then 58-year-old Mr Jane.

The tyre king and former racing driver has recently been plagued by financial woes and court battles with estranged son Rodney.

Estate agency Rodney Morley Persichetti handled the penthouse sale. Director Rodney Morely declined to comment.

Mr Jane also declined to comment.

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