Archive
23/03/2024
RM Sotheby's. Prosperous Florida
Amidst shifting auction venues, RM's Miami event dazzles with a 77% sale rate, $48M+ in transactions, and record-breaking sales. Highlights include a Ferrari 250 Europa at $4.3M and a Bugatti Veyron at $3.1M. Mercedes and BMW also smash records.
16/03/2024
The great and discreet Marcello Gandini has left us on tiptoes
Marcello Gandini, son of an orchestra conductor, merged artistry with pragmatism in iconic car designs like the Lamborghini Miura. His legacy: a proud visionary shaping Italian automotive excellence.
16/03/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Frazer-Nash, UK, 1922-1957
The saga of Frazer Nash unfolds with a dreamer's pursuit, from cyclecars to Le Mans glory, intertwined with BMW and Bristol. A legacy of speed, ambition, and fleeting success, immortalized in post-war classics and cherished by collectors.
16/03/2024
Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Evert Louwman, a Passion for Car History
Evert Louwman's journey from a family rooted in automotive passion to creating the renowned Louwman Museum, showcasing 100 years of automotive history, revered by enthusiasts worldwide.
16/03/2024
Amelia Island. The Arrow hits the mark. Indeed, it goes further...
Amelia Island auctions by Broad Arrow and RM Sothebys impressed with record-setting sales, including a Ford GT40 MkI and Porsche 959 Reimagined. However, some cars, like the Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A SS LeBaron, sold below estimates.
16/03/2024
Eric Clapton's Ferrari Symphony: When Guitars Meet 12 Cylinders
Renowned guitarist Eric Clapton's dual passion for music and classic cars, especially Ferraris, is illuminated. From his iconic 365 GTC to custom creations like the SP12 EC, delve into the symphony of speed and style in Clapton's remarkable collection.
09/03/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Edsel, USA, 1957-1960
In the 1950s, Ford launched Edsel to capture the mid-high market, but misaligned branding and consumer perception led to its swift demise. Today, it's a collector's item, prized for its rarity.
09/03/2024
Spring winds on Amelia Island
Amelia Island Spring Auctions: Gooding shines with $66M sales, Bonhams sets records. Highlights: 1903 Mercedes-Simplex at $12.1M, Ferrari Daytona Spider $3.6M. Notable lots: Napier L48 'Samson' at $742K, Lancia Aurelia B24S Cabriolet steals show at $112K.
09/03/2024
Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: GĂ©rard LĂłpez, The Ravenous Collector
Gerard LĂłpez, a dual national with a passion for classic cars, excels in business, from technology to football clubs and Formula One. Known for his negotiation skills and entrepreneurial vision, he leaves a mark in diverse industries.
09/03/2024