Coachbuilding is the art and science of producing bespoke bodywork installed on a pre-assembled chassis with the art as timeless as the motor car itself. Mass production has practically extinguished the practice; however, coachbuilding lives on with Rolls-Royce at the forefront of its rejuvenation. With greater than a century of experience and modern-day Bespoke capabilities, the marque has redefined … [Read more...]
Trio of Significant Historic Racing Cars Headline Shannons Winter Online Timed Auction
Shannons upcoming Winter Online Timed Auction will offer a trio of significant historic racing cars, including a pair of magnificent Brabhams and a fabulous works prepared Lotus Cortina. The online auction, which is to be held from June 8 -15, will be sure to capture the interest of collectors both in Australia and around the globe. From a private Sydney collection, Shannons will offer a pair of Brabhams dating … [Read more...]
2021 Amelia Island Concours D’Elegance Best in Show
The 26th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Awarded Best In Show to a 1926 Hispano-Suiza H6B Cabriolet and a 1974 Shadow DN4. The 26th annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance crowned a 1926 Hispano-Suiza H6B Cabriolet and a 1974 Shadow DN4 as this year’s Best in Show. Due to the global pandemic, the event, which is regularly scheduled in March, was … [Read more...]
McLaren Elva Windscreen Version to Commence Limited Production
Luxury supercar manufacturer McLaren Automotive has announced that a windscreen version of the Elva roadster will commence production shortly. The windscreen version was conceived for customers who either prefer to have a physical screen instead of the air barrier that the Active Air Management System (AAMS) provided or those in USA states that require the windscreen to meet local legal … [Read more...]
Mercedes Benz Motorsport -Drivers, Developers, and Racing Victories
Mercedes have an unparalleled motorsport history. Throughout the years, the German manufacturer has been continuously innovating, testing, and retesting. From the invention of the first modern car, the use of four-wheel motors, to the dominance of the Silver Arrows in the 1930s, Mercedes have a long and rich history in motorsports. This article looks back on the people and races that contributed to Mercedes Benz … [Read more...]
A 911 SC Redesigned: Porsche Partnership with Aimé Leon Dore
Porsche and Aimé Leon Dore (ALD), a New York fashion label, have again collaborated to redesign a 911 Super Carrera. This is not their first partnership together with the pair restoring a Type 964 911 Carrera 4 in 2020. For Teddy Santis, ALD founder and Creative Director, the project was the fulfillment of a dream involving the olive-colored 911 SC, which is a very personal 911 that is based on the … [Read more...]
Ferrari Mondial Buyers Guide: Essential Knowledge Before Buying
The Ferrari Mondial is one of the most affordable Ferrari cars out there today. If you are planning on buying one, you are at the right place as we will take you through some of their common problems seen along with their current valuations. Owning a Ferrari at least once is high on the list for all true Ferrari enthusiasts. The prime Italian sports cars have been in the focus of automotive enthusiasts for over 70 … [Read more...]
The Fastest Porsche in the World: 5 Fast Cars You’ll Want To Drive
Fast cars have forever been a fascination. And the enchantment to speed just appears to be increasing. So today, we will be taking a peek at the top five fastest Porsche in the world. There's no doubt that Porsche has proven itself in the realm of fast cars, be it in racing or in the streets. Porsche has an impressive history of victories in the six decades they've been competing in motorsports and continuously … [Read more...]
Pfaffenhausen Speed Shop – The RUF Gallery
The Petersen Automotive Museum has freshly announced a two-part exhibit series that will be curated in partnership with the Porsche-themed event organizers Luftgekühlt. The first special exhibit is called “Pfaffenhausen Speed Shop – The RUF Gallery”. It will showcase the German manufacturer RUF, displaying eight bespoke supercars and restomod classics. 1990 RUF CTR yellowbird The second display, opening in … [Read more...]
Iconic 1970 Porsche 917K Coupe Headlines Auction
The Mike Hailwood/David Hobbs JW Automotive Gulf Racing 1970 Le Man's entry, the iconic 1970 Porsche 917K Coupe, is to be offered in Monterey 13-14 August by RM Sotheby's. The word ‘iconic’ is loosely applied to many cars these days, but the worthiness of the term can sometimes be questioned. The 1970 Porsche 917K, chassis # 917 031/026, being the vehicle that challenged at the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans with Mike … [Read more...]
Bentley Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary of First Win
Bentley has celebrated 100 years to the day of their first race victory. In celebration of the achievement, Bentley brought out the winning car itself, known as EXP2, to lead a parade of 3-Liter Bentleys at the Brooklands Racetrack in Surrey. EXP2 is the second car that W.O. Bentley company ever constructed. Manufactured in 1921, it is the oldest Bentley in the world. 24 3-liter cars from across the country … [Read more...]
Lewis Hamilton’s First Grand Prix Winning Car: Once-in-a-lifetime Auction
Lewis Hamilton's 2010 Turkish Grand Prix winning McLaren Mercedes MP4-25A Formula 1 Race Car will be auctioned at the 2021 British Grand Prix, the first time any Lewis Hamilton GP winning car has come to market. The auction is scheduled on Saturday afternoon of the Formula 1 Pirelli British Grand Prix 2021 race weekend right before the first-ever Sprint Qualifying Race. This will be the first time that … [Read more...]
10 Best British Sports Cars: The Vehicles That Made Britain Great
With over a hundred years of constant innovation, legendary cars, and advanced technology, the Brits have left an enormous mark in the way we create, drive and perceive automobiles. One of the classes heavily influenced by British car manufacturers is sports cars. Here is a look at some of the best British sports cars created over the years. Our 10 Best British sports cars: MG TC MidgetAustin-Healey … [Read more...]
First Customer Registered McLaren P1 to Feature at Silverstone Auction
One of just 375 vehicles produced, the initial McLaren P1 to be registered to a customer, complete with a personal letter from P1 designer, Frank Stephenson, goes on sale in May. The McLaren P1 was nothing short of revolutionary. It was equipped with unique aerodynamics, monstrous power output, adjustable front and rear wings that could give as much as 600kg of downforce at 160mph, creating a performance nothing … [Read more...]
The History of Mazda MX: From the MX-81 to the MX-30
The Mazda MX-81 made its debut 40 years ago at the 1981 Tokyo Motor Show proudly showcasing its futuristic, wedge-shaped coupe design by Marc Dechamps for the Turin-based coachbuilder Bertone. It would be the first of a long line of models to feature the iconic MX badge. Nuccio Bertone Bertone used the running gear of the Mazda 323 to build the Mazda MX-81 Aria concept car - a futuristic wedge-shaped … [Read more...]
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