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The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Edsel, USA, 1957-1960 image

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.
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: ATS, Italy, 1962-1965 image

02/03/2024

The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: ATS, Italy, 1962-1965

In 1960s Italy, amidst Ferrari's turmoil, ATS aimed to rival it. Financial woes and internal conflicts led to a short-lived dream, yielding few cars like the ATS 2500 GT, a nostalgic relic.
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02/03/2024

Iconic: Surviving the Hurricane

Due to weather, Iconic Auctioneers moved event to Silverstone, halving cars & revenue. Top lots included a Ford Focus WRC (£343,125) and a Skoda Fabia WRC (£258,750). Surprises: a BMW M3 (£258,750) and a Peugeot 205 GTi (£42,500).
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02/03/2024

Future Events: What to Know and Where to Go

Early 2024 sees Concours d'Elegance events paving the way for the Best of the Best celebration. March features scenic road events like Winterace and Coppa Milano Sanremo, while April awaits with Techno Classica and Terre di Canossa rally.
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02/03/2024

Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Jay Leno, King of Late Night Laughter

From childhood car fascination to late-night TV fame, Jay Leno's passion for comedy and cars shines. With 300+ vehicles, he's the steward of a motoring legacy, hosting "Jay Leno's Garage" after retiring from "The Tonight Show."
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02/03/2024

The I.C.E. 2024: Snow on Ice. But passion always wins.

An elegance competition in St. Moritz moved indoors due to heavy snow. Judges assessed cars in a garage overlooking the lake. The 1938 Delage D8-120S won Best of Show, preserving its legacy.
Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Ralph Lauren, the Great Car Connoisseur image

24/02/2024

Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Ralph Lauren, the Great Car Connoisseur

Ralph Lauren's passion for classic cars, housed in DAD Garage, reflects his belief that cars are art meant to be driven. His collection, valued at hundreds of millions, influences his fashion lines with its elegance and craftsmanship.
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24/02/2024

Elon Musk. An endothermic heart

Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla, also harbors a love for gasoline-powered classics. Explore his eclectic collection, from a vintage BMW to the iconic McLaren F1, revealing unexpected facets of this tech pioneer.
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods. Avions Voisin (cars), France, 1919-1939 image

24/02/2024

The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods. Avions Voisin (cars), France, 1919-1939

In 1906, the Voisin brothers founded Avions Voisin, pioneering aluminium aircraft during WWI. Shifting to automobiles post-war, they introduced innovative designs like the C6 Laboratoire, attracting famous clientele.
Nine good deals at Parisian auctions. This is collecting! image

24/02/2024

Nine good deals at Parisian auctions. This is collecting!

The record sales at Retromobile's auctions - Artcurial, Bonhams and RM Sotheby's - should not obscure the fact that there are many affordable bargains passing under the gavel. Cliff Goodall has chosen nine that make you regret not being there.