Archive
13/10/2020
A game choice
This article explores the unique Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Shooting Brake, a singular car created by Luigi Chinetti Junior, also known as “Coco”.
12/10/2020
So much more. Maybe too much
This article examines the 1939 Delahaye 165 M, a car designed by the famous Figoni & Falaschi coachbuilders. With its soft and rounded shapes, chrome accents, and luxurious interior, the Delahaye 165 M was a symbol of France’s “crazy years”.
11/10/2020
The desire to buy
This article describes the sale of a private French collection that once belonged to André Lurton, a legendary French winemaker from the Bordeaux area. The sale included cars, agricultural vehicles, and military vehicles. The article highlights four cars in particular, including a 1942 M10 Tank Destroyer, a 1943 Sherman M4A1, a 1960 Citroen M35, and a 1928 Rolls Royce Phantom I Boat Tail Tourer. The article also discusses an 1898 Fisson 8hp Tonneau and a 1956 Citroen 2CV. The sale was a success, with all lots offered without reserve and all of them being sold for more than their estimated value.
10/10/2020
The Tragic Queen
This article examines the remarkable story of the Mercedes-Benz 300SLR, a revolutionary car that rose to fame in the 1950s. Through its pioneering use of innovative technology, the 300SLR achieved great success on the racing circuit.
09/10/2020
Auto tattoo
This article discusses the use of decorated cars as a form of artistic expression. It takes a look at the postmodern revolution of the 1980s and how Renault seized the moment to launch its “Supercinq” with a unique character.
08/10/2020
The Hybrid Judging experiment was tested successfully at Salon Prive
This article discusses the new form of judging car competitions called Hybrid Judging, introduced by the International Chief Judge Advisory Group (ICJAG) and Salon Privè. The process includes presenting cars to the judges present on-site, and connecting with the remote judges through a digital platform. Additionally, trained videographers record four to five two-minute videos of the entrant's vehicle which are transmitted to the remote judges. This allows the remote judges to have an accurate view of the car's exterior, interior, engine, and any forgotten elements. This Hybrid Judging system is an encouraging development, and could be reapplied at future events.
07/10/2020
The assassin within
Steve McQueen was a racing driver and actor who was lucky to escape the horrific mass murder at the Bel-Air mansion in 1969.
06/10/2020
Stormy Matilda!
The Terre di Canossa Grand Prix, created ten years ago by Luigi Orlandini, is one of the few rallies that resumed activity this year despite the difficulties faced due to the pandemic. The event consisted of 650 kilometres over three days with 68 time trials and 6 average speed tests. The winners of the rally were Alberto Aliverti and Stefano Valente in a 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 SS Zagato, which prevailed over two different Porsche cars. The best moment of the race for the winners was when they got a few kilometres of meteorological mercy to discover their car and restore its magnificence.
05/10/2020
The epitome
This article discusses the rise of the French automobile industry in the 1930s, with a focus on the Bugatti brand and their iconic Type 57SC Atlantic model.
04/10/2020