Archive
14/10/2023
The mystery of barn finds: A one-off in Japan
A hidden gem, the Ferrari Daytona saga unfolds with a one-off lightweight aluminum-bodied road car. Purchased by Luciano Conti in 1969, it vanished in Japan, shrouded in secrecy for nearly 40 years.
14/10/2023
Carrera Panamericana, between myth and reality
The Carrera Panamericana, a 1950s spectacle, celebrated the Pan-American Highway's completion with a 3,500km race. From American grit to European flair, it showcased speed and danger.
11/10/2023
Brun Motorsport. The German private team that became World Champion
In 1982, Walter Brun transformed GS-Tuning into Brun Motorsport, a powerhouse in motorsports. With the iconic Porsche 956 and a stellar driver lineup, tragedy struck in 1985 with Stefan Bellof's loss.
11/10/2023
Zoute: Bonhams celebrates even in a cautious market
Cliff Goodall's Belgian adventure revolved around Bonhams Zoute, a crescendo of classic cars by the seaside. The star, a resurrected Ferrari 250 GT Tour de France, danced its way to €4,830,000.
07/10/2023
The mystery of barn finds: A very special Bugatti trio in Belgium
Renowned sculptor August Thomassen's life unfolds like a cinematic script—health challenges, wartime escape, and a passion for art and Bugatti cars. Three hidden treasures, treated as art, were unearthed decades later, commanding high prices at auction.
07/10/2023
GT 40, Born out of spite
In 1963, spurned by Ferrari, Henry Ford II birthed the GT40, a Le Mans conqueror. Led by Shelby and engineered in England, it defied European dominance. Initial setbacks fueled Shelby's audacity, morphing the GT40 into a powerhouse with a 7.0 engine.
07/10/2023
Do you want to have fun with your Classic car? The Tour Auto and Modena 100 Ore offer the perfect formula.
Ultimate Classic Car Experiences: Tour Auto & Modena 100 Ore - Unleash Speed, Thrive on Competition, and Embrace Unforgettable Fun!
04/10/2023
North American Racing Team, the famous NART
Luigi Chinetti, a Le Mans champion, shaped Ferrari's destiny. From a triumphant 1949 victory to founding NART, he pioneered Ferrari's success in America. The iconic blue and white NART livery, a protest move in F1, marked a pivotal era.
04/10/2023
Bonhams' famous coup in Newport
Bonhams' Audrain triumph: 96% sales success, $7.2M turnover. Astonishingly, two cars resisted allure. A 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, lacking key features, defied a $1.2-1.5M estimate, fetching $1.26M.
30/09/2023