The Avant-Garde Classic Z1
The same year Ferrari introduced the F40 at the 1987 German International Motor Show, BMW turned heads with the unveiling of its most daring production car: Zukunft 1. A few years earlier, the newly established BMW Technik GmbH, who developed the Z1 as their first concept car, came up with some radical innovations, such as its vertical retracting doors, replaceable thermoplastic panels and internal spoilers. With its stunning two-seater roadster look, BMW Technik paved the fu
Life of Luxury: ICONS 2017
In 2015, the Driven by Disruption auction stunned collectors by fetching 73.5 million for 31 of the world's most exclusive cars. Two years later, New York City is once again the epicenter of RM Sotheby's Life of Luxury ICONS auction and presents a wide selection of truly iconic automobiles to the public. Oozing with the tranquility and sophistication of a fine-arts gallery, ICONS 2017 welcomed prospective buyers, art lovers and car enthousiasts to admire 31 iconic automobiles
Life of Luxury: ICONS 2017
In 2015, the Driven by Disruption auction stunned collectors by fetching 73.5 million for 31 of the world's most exclusive cars. Two years later, New York City is once again the epicenter of RM Sotheby's Life of Luxury ICONS auction and presents a wide selection of truly iconic automobiles to the public. Oozing with the tranquility and sophistication of a fine-arts gallery, ICONS 2017 welcomed prospective buyers, art lovers and car enthousiasts to admire 31 iconic automobiles
Amelia Concours 2017 Recap
For car enthusiasts, the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance offers a unique perspective that blends classics and sports into an extraordinary showcase of elegance and horsepower. Now in its third decade, Bill Warner and his team have long set the bar for how any Concours shows should be run, and 2017 was in that regard no exception. Having been fortunate to attend the Amelia Concours multiple times in past years, it is easy to see why over 30,000 people spend an entire day per
New England's Mini Pebble Concours
Lauded as an east coast mini Pebble, the Misselwood Concours offers an intimate boutique setting to discover automotive beauty in a stunning environment. What started in 2010 as a modest show has grown to a mature concours that remains unique in every aspect. Purposely kept small in size, Misselwood offers an eclectic showfield that, due to the nature of its grounds, surprises around every corner. Looking back at past Best of Show marques with names such as Duesenberg, Packar
Prestige Galore at the Zoute Grand Prix
See and be seen - the infamous motto of Knokke-Zoute's "Place M'as tu Vu" - forms the perfect catchphrase for BElgium's top automotve event. now in its eighth edition, it rivals europe's other top concours events. The mighty roars of Ferraris, Porsches, Maseratis and Lamborghinis meandering through the streets of Belgium's top coastal resort reminded me of a previous stay at the Grosvernor House in Dubai Marina, where highrises continuously reverberate the sound of revving en
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