Archive
04/05/2024
The Mullin Collection: Gooding repeats the previous resounding success of 1421 Emerson Avenue.
In Oxnard, a renowned collection of French cars, once housed in the Mullin Museum, hits the auction block. Surpassing estimates, the event rekindles nostalgia and showcases automotive history, with standout Bugattis stealing the show.
27/04/2024
The American market is flourishing: Barrett-Jackson and Mecum confirm.
Two prestigious auctions, Barrett-Jackson and Mecum, reveal a thriving market for classic cars, marked by record sales and unexpected bargains.
27/04/2024
Coppa delle Alpi 2024
The Coppa delle Alpi 2024 becomes a mobile seminar, cars discuss themes like agriculture and energy across Alpine locales. Liechtenstein hosts a stop with speeches from the Prime Minister and automotive authority Fritz Kaiser.
27/04/2024
Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Jon Shirley, The Luckiest Manager
Jon Shirley's journey from Microsoft's fiscal architect to renowned car collector epitomizes strategic foresight. Transitioning from financial realms to automotive passion, he curates a prized collection, marrying rarity with provenance.
27/04/2024
The myth of Italian coachbuilders: Carrozzeria Touring
Roarington uncovers Carrozzeria Touring's innovation in automotive design, from Alfa Romeos to Ferraris. Yet, a failed partnership in 1966 marks the tragic end of Touring's legacy.
27/04/2024
The Nostalgia of Forgotten Gods: Hispano-Suiza, Spain, 1904-1938
Hispano-Suiza's luxury legacy, led by engineer Marc Birkigt, soared with iconic models like the Alfonso XIII and H6B, rivaling Rolls-Royce. Amidst innovation and wartime shifts, their J12 epitomized automotive excellence marking a timeless era of prestige.
20/04/2024
The myth of Italian coachbuilders: Zagato. Rationality and lightness
Explore the legacy of Zagato, rooted in Milanese Rationalism and aerodynamic prowess. From historic victories like the 1931 Alfa Romeo 8C to contemporary collaborations with Porsche and Aston Martin, Zagato's blend of functionality and elegance endures.
20/04/2024
Strong Performance of Bonhams at Goodwood
Goodwood auction: Bristol 450 Le Mans, Mercedes SLR McLaren excelled. Vintage: Bentley 3 Litre, Frazer-Nash TT Replica impressed. Modern classics like Morgan Plus 8, Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano drew interest.
20/04/2024
Business F1 Top 20 Petrolheads: Jerry Seinfeld, A Desire For Comedy And Cars
Jerry Seinfeld: The Comic Icon Turned Car Collector Extraordinaire. With a fortune amassed from sitcom success, Seinfeld's 150-car collection, including the iconic Porsche 917, cements his legend in both comedy and car circles.
20/04/2024