Reading Time: 6 minutesPowerful, extremely comfortable, prestigious: the Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 is a veritable high-end power saloon. At its unveiling 50 years ago, this top-of-the-line variant of the 116 model series enchants the professional press – and customers as well: driving the “six point nine” signals the utmost confidence and sophistication. FastContinue Reading
Reading Time: 7 minutesFor 115 years, Bugatti has written an unparalleled story of technical excellence, precision, and artistry – values that have not only defined its cars but have also forged an enduring relationship with the world of horology. Throughout its evolution, the French marque has maintained an intrinsic connection to watchmaking, withContinue Reading
Reading Time: 2 minutesBentley Motors will showcase the Bentley Speed Six Continuation Series following the successful completion of twelve Bentley 4½ Litre Supercharged ‘Blower’ Continuation models, the world’s first pre-war continuation series. The of each car will take a total of ten months from start to finish.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 11 minutesIn 2025, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars marks the centenary of the launch of the first Phantom. Throughout its long history, the Phantom nameplate has been reserved for the pinnacle model in the marque’s portfolio – the very apex of excellence.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt is surely the iconic Ferrari layout: front mid-mounted V12 under a long and shapely bonnet, cosy and comfortable two-seat cabin, and clear blue sky over your head. The sunshine above is unmuffled and so too is the glorious V12 music coming from that iconic engine.Continue Reading
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the annals of motorsport, few cars have proved as successful as the Bugatti Type 35, which made its competition debut 100 years ago. As a race car, the Type 35 was utterly without equal. Ettore Bugatti’s visionary design and engineering principles, coupled with his relentless pursuit of perfection, resultedContinue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the ‘Models of the Marque’ series showcases the Rolls-Royce Phantom III. Launched in 1936, it was the first model to be powered by a V12 engine, setting the template for every Rolls-Royce up to and including the modern era. It was also Sir Henry Royce’s last major design beforeContinue Reading
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn March 1964, Automobili Lamborghini was still in its infancy. Established just a few months previously, it had presented its first prototype in October 1963, known as the 350 GTV and designed by Franco Scaglione and built at Carrozzeria Sargiotto in Turin. The production car, derived from that first prototypeContinue Reading
Reading Time: 5 minutesFrom the day it was formed in 1909, Bugatti has embodied exquisite design, with founder Ettore Bugatti hailing from a family of acclaimed artists. Ettore’s grandfather, Giovanni, was a celebrated architect; his father, Carlo, was an internationally renowned furniture and jewelry designer; and his brother Rembrandt was an admired sculptor.Continue Reading
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Reading Time: 4 minutesSant’Agata Bolognese, August 1st, 2023: Automobili Lamborghini is renowned for its connection to strong and often unique automotive colours and, sixty years on from its foundation, it celebrates this symbiosis by recounting their evolution and importance in customizing its super sports cars.Continue Reading