Archive
26/08/2020
Bonhams Monterey. Seeing is believing
The article reports on Bonhams' alternative online auction of classic cars, organized in response to the canceled Monterey Car Week due to COVID-19. Despite offering some high-value lots, including a pre-war Alfa Romeo and three Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the auction failed to generate significant sales. Although 62 cars were sold out of the 98 on offer, sales totaled just $12,625,730, a disappointing 34.58% of the estimated value. The article also discusses the challenges and opportunities of online auctions for high-end classic cars, and the significance of the failed Bonhams auction in shaping future sales choices. The article concludes with a report of the most expensive and best deals of the auction, including a 1959 Porsche 718 RSK and a 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta.
24/08/2020
Jankovits Aerospider
The article discusses the creation of the Jankovits Aerospider, a sports car built by Alfa Romeo dealers Gino and Oscar Jankovits in Croatia during the mid-1930s.
23/08/2020
Audi Sport: All in the past?
This article discusses the history of Audi Sport and its success in motorsports, from the development of the Quattro to compete in World Rally Championships to their current focus on electric mobility through Formula E.
21/08/2020
Best in Show at inaugural online concours goes to Sir Stirling Moss's 1955 Mille Miglia Mercedes
The article highlights the winners of the inaugural Concours Virtual, a virtual car show presented by Hagerty and in aid of UNICEF, with 245 cars entered into the competition. The Best in Show award went to the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR '722' racing car, which Stirling Moss and Denis Jenkinson drove to victory in the 1955 Mille Miglia road race. Second place went to the 1970 Lancia Stratos HF Zero concept car, and third place went to the 1970 Porsche 917K Salzburg car, which won the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours race. The judging panel included Nick Mason, Sir Chris Hoy, Derek Bell, and other notable names in the automotive industry.
20/08/2020
The driving gloves are off
The article discusses a "Tower Defence Game" which features classic cars being eliminated in rounds by popular vote on Instagram. In the first round, 16 cars were eliminated, including prestigious brands such as Bentley, Jaguar, Porsche, and Lamborghini. Among the 16 remaining cars, there are three models from different eras that stand out, the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, Lancia Stratos, and Bugatti Atlantic. The second round will feature matchups between eight seeded cars and eight drawn by lots. The article encourages readers to cast their votes to determine which car will be crowned Queen of the TCCT Classic Trophy 2020.
20/08/2020
RM sets the standard. Bravo!
The article discusses the recent RM Sotheby’s virtual auction, which was a switch from the traditional in-person Pebble Beach event. Despite the switch, the auction was a success with $29,668,650 in turnover, a respectable 62.63% sell-through rate, and a number of cars exceeding their estimated values. The article also highlights some of the most notable cars sold at the auction, including a 2001 Ferrari 550 GT1 Prodrive that sold for a record-breaking $4,290,000, a Duesenberg Model SJ Convertible Sedan, and a 1950s Jaguar XK120 Alloy Roadster.
17/08/2020
Applying intelligence to invention
The article discusses the innovative work of Czechoslovakian car maker Tatra, particularly the contributions of engineer Hans Ledwinka and streamlining theoretician Paul Jaray.
16/08/2020
BMW M: three colours, one message
This article explores the origins of BMW's sports car division, Motorsport, and how it came to be a driving force for the company. Starting with the company's post-World War II struggles, the article traces the development of the Motorsport divisio.
14/08/2020
Pieds dans l'eau
This article discusses the historical differences between the Italian and French attitudes towards cars and how this influenced the development of the "beach car" niche market.
11/08/2020