Genesis of an Icon The genesis of the remarkable 250 GT California Spider took place in the final days of...
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The late Neil Peart, legendary drummer and lyricist for the iconic rock band Rush, shares one last love letter to...
One of the world’s most historically significant racing cars, the 1954 Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Formula One “Stromlinienrennwagen”, chassis number 00009/54, is to be offered in an exclusive standalone auction at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart on 1 February 2025. The car forms part of an outstanding 11-car collection from...
The Ferrari 275 GTB, introduced in 1964, represents a significant shift in Ferrari’s engineering and design approach. It was among...
Background A derivative of English engineer John Tojeiro’s design, the Ace’s ladder-style tubular steel chassis carried a barchetta-style aluminum body...
Originally introduced in 1934 as the successor to the short-lived 380 K, the Mercedes-Benz 500 K represented the next evolution of supercharged, eight-cylinder engineering. Designed by the brilliant Dr. Hans Nibel, 500 K models are celebrated for their rich heritage and iconic status in automotive history. Now, a stunning [Add...
Grand Prix Origins The origins of Alfa Romeo’s legendary 6C 1750 model can be traced to 1923, when Nicola Romeo...
Background The Bugatti factory in 1927 was at the peak of its automobile production with multiple lines to handle the...
The Good Life Motorlux, now owned by Hagerty Insurance, once again served as the iconic party that set the stage for Monterey Car Week at the Monterey Jet Center on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. The luxury event represented the best of the best, including 225 enthusiast vehicles and 14 aircraft,...
Background Following the October 1960 Los Angeles Times Grand Prix at Riverside, California, successful Texan racer Jim Hall had a...
Background By the late 1950s, sports racing cars were becoming increasingly sophisticated, transitioning from traditional front-engine production-based cars to a...
Nobody could foresee the significance of the race they were about to watch when the starter’s flag dropped at the SCCA National Road Races at Pebble Beach on April 22, 1956. The season’s most prestigious race, all eyes were on the sleek Italian Ferraris that had come to do battle....
Soon after the Ferrari 330 GTC’s unveiling at the 1966 Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari introduced a companion Spider variant: the...
Ahead of its time In the world of early 20th-century racing, the 1914 Sunbeam Tourist Trophy (TT) stands as a...
BMW 507 Debut When the Frankfurt Motor Show opened in late 1955, the principal BMW attractions were two sporting variations of the V-8-powered 502: the 503 and the 507. Though both models were designed by Count Albrecht von Goertz, it was the spectacular 507 Roadster that stole the show. BMW’s...
1961 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Series I Coupé Aerodinamico (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $3,000,000) Highlights One of Just 14 Series I Short-Wheelbase...
Background Lamborghini’s Miura S, an iconic masterpiece of automotive design, was conceived by Marcello Gandini of Bertone. Gandini’s genius is...
Background The recently held “Dare to Dream” auction in Toronto, Canada, represented a wide variety of automotive milestones, specifically for European Sportscars. Aptly described on Sotheby’s website, “They represent what could be—what will be in our eyes, the greatest.” Collector Miles Nadal It’s always inciteful to know a little about...
With an almighty roar, Goodwood welcomed a fleet of incredible cars from the Canadian-American Challenge Cup, including examples from McLaren,...
Background The world’s most famous car social media influencer, Supercar Blondie (aka Alex Hirschi) is launching SBX Cars, a new...
The evolution of Ferrari supercars marks a significant journey in automotive innovation, beginning with the 288 GTO. Launched in 1984, the 288 GTO introduced advanced aerodynamics and turbocharged performance, setting a new standard for speed and design. The F40, introduced in 1987, continued this legacy, becoming the first production car...
Italy’s Best High-end luxury and sporting brands often have a tradition of creating a limited-edition halo product, something so special...
First, the name “Dino” Throughout Ferrari’s history, one name remains emotionally charged: Dino. The name’s origins hark back to early...
The iconic 300 SL Roadster needs no introduction, as it is one of the most coveted and revered sports cars ever produced. This particular car is one of the most original, well-preserved 300 SLs of any type in existence, chassis 198.042.7500348. This extremely rare factory Rudge-wheel Roadster is one of...
Amelia Island Auction Gooding & Company holds the unique honor and privilege of presenting 20 lots from the Peter Mullin...
Bonhams is offering a rare opportunity for deep-pocketed automotive enthusiasts to acquire one of the world’s fastest and rarest road cars...
The iconic Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa reigns as one of the most beautiful creations the industry has ever seen. The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, or 250 TR, was introduced at the end of the 1957 racing season in response to rule changes that enforced a maximum engine displacement of 3...
The Enzo holds a significant place in Ferrari’s rich history, rightfully earning its status as one of the most iconic...
Hagerty has revealed the cars selected as the 2023 UK Bull Market List stars. Every year, Hagerty’s global data analysts...
The L88 was a special option package developed under the direction of Zora Arkus-Duntov, director of GM’s performance division. First introduced in 1967, the L88 Corvette featured a highly modified version of Chevy’s 427-cubic-inch V-8 engine. Although this engine received a factory horsepower rating of 435, actual engine output was somewhere between 540 and 580 horsepower, giving the “stock” L88...
