The Brumos Collection’s “Frontrunners” Exhibit will feature the Iconic 2009 ROLEX 24 At Daytona-Winning Porsche Riley The Brumos Collection has announced that the iconic #58 Brumos Racing Porsche Riley will be on display at their recently reopened 35,000 square foot facility. The Porsche Riley was involved in a tense battle before taking the checkered flag at the 47th ROLEX 24 at Daytona in 2009 by less … [Read more...]
Porsche 918 Spyder Tops RM Sotheby’s Open Roads, February Auction
RM Sotheby's Online Only: Open Roads, February auction was held from February 19-28 achieving a 76 percent sell-through rate. Day one of the online auction was devoted to consignments based in the UK and Europe, which saw €3,328,600 in sales. Cars based in North America were the focus of day two and resulted in $3,236,075 in sales. Finally a stand-alone Swiss single-owner collection of seven rare, limited … [Read more...]
Goodwood 78th Members’ Meeting Rescheduled to October
Goodwood has confirmed that the 78th Members’ Meeting will be moved from its original schedule in May to October 16-17, 2021. The Members Meeting's rescheduling was done after the Government announced on Monday, February 22, its roadmap to slowly lift the restrictions over the coming months, making it impossible to hold the event on the original date. https://youtu.be/Mm8xs4qxW88?t=266 The iconic Porsche … [Read more...]
Mazda RX-3 – Celebrating 50 Years
2021 marks the 50th Anniversary of one of Mazda’s most exciting, versatile, and successful vehicles- the Mazda RX-3. Often overshadowed when compared with the RX-7 coupe or even the earlier and rarer Mazda Cosmo, the Mazda RX-3 created a milestone in Mazda’s history – a vehicle that bonded Mazda’s relationship with the rotary engine at home and abroad. Its export success served Mazda well, stamping Mazda as a serious … [Read more...]
Remembering Bruce Meyers – Creator of the Legendary Meyers Manx
Bruce Meyers passed away last week at the age of 94. He lived a fulfilling life most of us can only dream about. He was an inventor, a surfer, a war hero, an artist, and a race car driver. Meyers completely changed the landscape of the 1960s Southern California car culture when he created the Meyers Manx, an off-roading fiberglass buggy that was based on the Volkswagen Beetle. Bruce Meyers. Source: Historic … [Read more...]
1000 Miglia 2021 Postponed to June
Although the 1000 Miglia 2021 was initially scheduled for May 12-15 this year, the Board of Directors of 1000 Miglia Srl, with the Automobile Club of Brescia's approval, agrees in postponing the event for five weeks. The new schedule is set to leave Brescia on June 16 and return on June 19. They also confirmed the new counterclockwise route with Viareggio, Rome, and Bologna as intermediate stages. 375 cars … [Read more...]
The Porsche 356 Speedster Uniting its Owner with a Veteran Racer
Ron Szasszer’s love for patina drew him towards a well-worn 356 Speedster. Discovering its history fostered a close connection between him and the man who used to race it. Nature has slowly wrestled control over the Marlboro Motor Raceway, with birch trees sprouting from the tarmac, though the grandstands are still mostly intact. The Marlboro Motor Raceway was a venue racing royalty would … [Read more...]
Second Phil Hill Automobilia Sale achieves 100% Sell-Through Rate
The second Geared Online Phil Hill Automobilia Collection sale achieved $1,156,156 in sales with an impressive 100% sell-through rate of the 306 lots offered. The auction was held for two weeks in an online auction format that saw 64% of lots achieving a final sale price greater than their pre-auction estimates. “We are incredibly proud to consign automobilia and cars that have resonated with the tastes of … [Read more...]
Rare Bugatti Sells for over £4 Million at Bonhams Legends of the Road Sale
Bonhams Legends of the Road Sale delivered a 100% sell-through rate for the six rare collector cars on offer. The sale collected over £7 million, with the standout sale being a rare 1937 Bugatti Type 57S, which sold for £4,047,000 in the live and online auction. “Today’s sale shows that exceptional examples of rare and pedigree collectors’ motor cars are attracting strong interest and bids from … [Read more...]
Historic Motor Sports Association Debuts at Historic Laguna Seca for 2021
On March 13-14, HMSA will return to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for its season opener. A year ago, the Historic Motor Sports Association (HMSA) members met to open the 2020 racing season. At the time, the COVID-19 pandemic had not yet drastically shaped the world. Handshaking and hugs were substituted for elbow bumps and nods as people did what was required to avoid COVID. HMSA … [Read more...]
1972 24 Hour of Le Mans Winner Tops Artcurial Parisienne 2021 Sale
Artcurial Motorcars’ Parisienne 2021 sale was held on February 5, 2021. The collectors’ car world witnessed an esteemed line-up of vehicles on offer, including some of the out-and-out stars in motorsport history. The famed trio Maître Poulain, Pierre Novikoff, and Matthieu Lamoure presided over the sale that totalled €18,300,564 /$22,005,970 (including tva and premium). The clear star of the event was … [Read more...]
Discover the Incredible History of the GP Ice Race
For more than 20 years, Austria’s frozen Lake Zell has hosted racing festivals in honor of Ferdinand Porsche. And despite the pandemic, the audacious, daredevil tradition carries on, though this year without the crowds. Let's go back and take a look at the history of the GP Ice Race. https://youtu.be/ttch8LY0lWQ 2020 GP Ice Race Highlights Originating from Scandanavia, Skijoring, historically was a mode of … [Read more...]
Silverstone Auctions to Feature 3 Unique Series 1 Jaguar E-Types
Three Series 1 Jaguar E-Types, each with their own unique history, will be offered for sale at the upcoming Silverstone Auctions Race Retro Live Online Auction scheduled to be held on 27 March. With 2021 marking the 60th Anniversary of the Jaguar E-Type Silverstone Auctions will be coincidentally offering a Jaguar E-Type, Chassis number 60 (860060) on the day. Here's a look at the three Series 1 Jaguar E-Types … [Read more...]
Lamborghini Miura is Top Sale at RM Sotheby’s 2021 Paris Auction
RM Sotheby's conducted its live-streamed Paris auction on February 13, where 40 exceptional sports, racing, and touring cars were auctioned. Total overall sales reached €9,407,600 with bidding received from 32 countries. The top sale for the event was a newly restored, Polo Storico certified 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV by Bertone that reached a sale price of €2,423,750. The top ten sales … [Read more...]
A look at the First Presidential Limousine Fitted with Armored Plating
The Petersen Automotive Museum has recently produced a video presenting the 1942 Lincoln Zephyr Limousine that was built factory fitted with armored plating for its new owner, President Franklin D. Roosevelt. With the fear of future Japanese aggression following the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, this 1942 Lincoln Zephyr Limousine was the very first car with built in armored plating to be delivered to … [Read more...]
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