One of the most genuine and original, matching-numbers competition C-Types in existence, chassis number XKC-015, has joined the starting grid for RM Auctions’ Automobiles of London sale, returning 27th October, 2010. The 1952 car, which was taken to victory at the Golden Gate Nationals, San Francisco, by well-known driver of […]
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1970 Hemi Cuda Convertible to Cross the Block at Russo and Steele Scottsdale
The revolutionary ‘Pony Car’ wars began in the early 1960’s changing American muscles forever. This new class of American muscle quickly became established and resulted in increased competition on all fronts. Not one to back down from a challenge, Plymouth began to revise what engine options were available for the […]
197mph supercar on the grid for MPH show
Stunning £220,000 Spyker Aileron KC8 Spyder will get its UK debut at this year’s MPH show. Completely hand-made at Coventry, Spyker’s £220,000 Aileron KC8 Spyder is powered by an Audi-sourced 4.2-litre V8 engine producing 400bhp, and is constructed with a strong, lightweight aluminium framework. Bizarrely the new Spyker bears a […]
Bugatti Buyer Reneges After Sale
High bidder refuses to honor $700,000 auction of supercar; Barrett-Jackson CEO buys the car to protect the seller… Barrett-Jackson’s marquee sale of an exotic Bugatti Veyron in Las Vegas turned into soap opera Saturday when the winning bidder backed out of the sale, leaving the auction company holding the bag […]
Open Wheel Great Bobby Rahal Announced as 2011 Amelia Honoree
The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance announced today that Indy Car great Bobby Rahal will be the honoree for the 16th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance scheduled for March 11-13, 2011, at The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach. Rahal has impacted the sport like few other drivers and […]
Lamborghini unveils 199mph ‘Blancpain’ Gallardo
Lamborghini has announced a new 199mph version of the Gallardo to celebrate the manufacturer’s links with watch-maker extraordinaire, Blancpain. Set apart by its vast rear spoiler and engine cover designed for maximum ventilation, the latest Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Blancpain Edition is powered by a 562bhp V10 engine good for […]
Porsche 911 Speedster to Debut at Paris Motor Show
Paying homage to the first Porsche model to bear the Speedster name – the 356 Speedster – Porsche has announced that a new 911 Speedster will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show in early October. Significantly different from other members of the 911 family, this two-seat roadster features […]
World’s Fastest and Most Coveted Exotics Line Up for 3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction
3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Collector Car Auction will sell seven exotic cars 2008 Bugatti Veyron and McLaren convertible will cross the auction block on Saturday, Sept. 25 Five Ferrari’s will be up for sale at No Reserve LAS VEGAS – Sept. 9, 2010 – The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company announced […]
Star names sign up for Goodwood Revival
More than 65 star drivers and riders have signed up to take part in the retro-themed Goodwood Revival race meeting next weekend. Key names include current Renault F1 driver Vitaly Petrov, who will be racing an ex-KGB Volga M21 from 1958, and ex-F1 star and 10-times GP winner Gerhard Berger, […]
Paris Motor Show 2010: Faster new Bentley Continental GT revealed
The first official pictures the new Bentley Continental GT reveal an evolution of the outgoing grand tourer with a crisper, tauter outline. As well as “jewelled” headlamps with LED daytime-running lights, a more upright radiator grille and the new “double horseshoe” rear profile first shown on the flagship Bentley Mulsanne, […]