The Petersen Museum continues to deliver outstanding content to the public despite the difficulties faced by the pandemic. A recent highlight provided by the Museum is a personal garage tour by Bruce Myer through his private car collection. Meyer is internationally known for his passion and devotion to preserving hot rod history and historic motorsports. There is no more prominent advocate for the love of cars … [Read more...]
Bonham Scottsdale 2021 Auction Preview
Bonhams will commemorate their 10th anniversary of the Scottsdale Auction in Arizona on 21 January 2021 at the gorgeous lawns of the Westin Kierland Resort. The auction is set to present 37 thoughtfully curated collectors’ cars that reflect over a century of American and European automotive history. Top Ten Listings of the Bonhams Scottsdale 2021 Auction: 1939 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Cabriolet … [Read more...]
Escaping From East Germany Smuggled in a BMW Isetta
The Quest for Freedom in the BMW Isetta It was a bold plan: Klaus-Günter Jacobi assisted his best friend to escape East Germany by hiding him in a BMW Isetta as they went across the check-point on 23 May 1963. The Berlin Wall Museum in Friedrichstrasse, Berlin, holds thousands of exhibits that serve as a reminder of the history of the city that was previously divided into an East and West, … [Read more...]
Dakar Classic To Feature at the 2021 Dakar Rally
26 classic cars to compete in the inaugural edition of the Dakar Classic in 2021. The Dakar Rally is acknowledged as one of the greatest rally raids in the world. It depicts the ultimate human and sporting experience, taking place over a duration of 10 -15 days over several thousand kilometers of some of the most challenging, hostile, and majestic terrain on the planet. This year marks a new chapter in the … [Read more...]
1934 Bugatti Type 59 Sports is the Most Expensive Car Sold in 2020
Multiple Auction Records Set in 2020 by Gooding & Company 2020 saw Gooding & Company report more than $125 million in total sales during their entire auction year. The company was able to record 568 lots sold with an impressive 91% sales rate. Of the 568 units, more than 27 cars sold above the $1 million mark. Five of the ten most valuable cars sold in all auction houses in 2020 were sold by Gooding … [Read more...]
Datsun 240Z: High Performance from an Affordable Sports Car
In October 1969, a sleek new two-door sports car was presented at the Pierre Hotel, New York in front of the Detroit Press and Automotive Media that would inevitably create history. The new Datsun 240Z was breathtakingly beautiful and combined performance and handling that matched or outstripped much more expensive competitors from Alfa Romeo to Porsche. Nissan had noticed a gap in the car market for a coupe … [Read more...]
Carroll Shelby’s Own 427 Cobra to be Auctioned in January
Mecum Kissimmee 2021 to auction CSX3178, Carroll Shelby's 1965 427 Cobra Roadster Mecum Auctions starts the new year with the hosting of 2021 Kissimmee auction at the Osceola Heritage Park grounds in Florida on Jan. 7-16. The Mecum Kissimmee 2021 auction is anticipated to observe approximately 3,000 vehicles cross the block during the 10 days of auctioning, with an impressive and wide-ranging lineup. 1965 … [Read more...]
Le Mans Winning Matra MS 670 to Headline Parisienne 2021 Sale
Artcurial Motors is starting 2021 with an exceptional sale on February 5, 2021, Parisienne 2021. The standout feature of the sale will be the Matra MS 670 with chassis number 001, the 1972 Le Mans 24 Hour Race winner. “On 5 February, Artcurial Motorcars will celebrate the brilliant history of motor racing and Grand Touring, in presenting an exclusive selection of the highest quality automobiles!”Artcurial … [Read more...]
Lamborghini SC20 – The Exclusive Open-top Track Car
Lamborghini Squadra Corse recently unveiled the SC20, a one-off example of an open-top track car that is approved for road use. The Lamborghini SC20 is the second one-off that was designed by Centro Stile in Sant’Agata Bolognese and engineered by the motorsport department. From the very first drawings by Lamborghini’s designers, the client has been actively involved with the project … [Read more...]
2021 London Concours to Feature New ‘Supercar Day’
Three-Day 2021 London Concours Tickets On Sale Now Traditionally the London Concours is held over a two-day event, however, the 2021 London Concours will be transformed into three days to add an all-new ‘Style Edition Day’ and ‘Supercar Day.’ The event will be held from June 8 to 10, 2021 at the Honourable Artillery Company. Initially established in 2017, the London Concours draws an extremely high … [Read more...]
Virtual Tour of Steve McQueen’s 1956 Jaguar XKSS – Most Valuable Jaguar?
Are you a Steve McQueen or Jaguar enthusiast? Leslie Kendall from the Petersen Automotive Museum provides an outstanding overview of the actor and automotive legend Steve McQueen's 1956 Jaguar XKSS. The 1956 Jaguar XKSS was based on the D-Type racing car and embodies the racing prestige of the Le Man's winning unit. It possessed a 3.4 L straight-six generating 250 hp and came with disc brakes on all four wheels. … [Read more...]
Rare 1993 Isdera Commendatore 112i Set for Auction
Hand-built 1993 Isdera Commendatore 112i, the only unit built, outfitted with an iconic Mercedes-Benz’s M120 V-12 engine RM Sotheby’s is preparing for their much-awaited annual Paris sale that is scheduled for February 2021. Since Covid-19 safety measures are still in place, there will be a completely new format for theRM Sotheby's 2021 Paris auction. 1993 Isdera Commendatore 112i. Rémi … [Read more...]
Concours of Elegance Celebrates Tenth Annual Show in 2021
Tickets on Sale now for Remarkable Concours of Elegance Tenth Annual Show The Concours of Elegance will be presenting its most spectacular and diverse event yet in 2021 for its 10th annual show and in the year of Her Majesty The Queen’s 95th birthday. Tickets for the top concours d’elegance event in the UK is already on sale at only £30. First established in 2012 to celebrate the Diamond … [Read more...]
1964 Monte Carlo Rally Tribute Mini Delivered to Paddy Hopkirk
Paddy Hopkirk MBE receives his own Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition MINI The first deliveries of the MINI Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition have commenced with Patrick ‘Paddy’ Hopkirk MBE being one of the first to receive a vehicle. The MINI Paddy Hopkirk Limited Edition was created to commemorate his victory at the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally behind the wheel of the classic Morris Mini Cooper S … [Read more...]
Once In A Millenium Auction of Exclusive Ferrari 1000th GP Memorabilia
On December 14, 2020, RM Sotheby’s, in partnership with Scuderia Ferrari, hosted Online Only: Once in a Millennium auction. The event was able to raise €1,680,840 from only 16 lots. The auction was held as part of the celebration for the milestone 1000th Grand Prix event for Scuderia Ferrari, which occurred on September 11-13 2020 at Mugello, Italy. Ferrari SF1000 Show Car, 2020 Courtesy of … [Read more...]
