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2024-03-19: Porsche 962C and 911 Carrera RSR 3.0, and latest Nissan GT-R ...
The first event on our agenda is the Mugello Classic scheduled for the first weekend of April. To get you in the mood, we have taken a closer look at this Porsche 962C, which was raced during last year's edition. Originally a works car, it was raced in period by Joest Racing at select events. Acquired directly from Reinhold Joest by the current owner, it is in ultimate, high-downforce configuration. Particularly in the hands of Ralf Kelleners, 962-013 proved blisteringly quick during the 2023 season and will be back in action at Mugello.
A week later, we will be at Goodwood for the annual Members' Meeting. At last year's edition, there was an impressive demonstration of Porsche 911-based competition cars. Among them was this 911 Carrera RSR 3.0. Originally owned by Jean Blaton or 'Beurlys', it was raced at Le Mans four times, finishing second in class and winning its category at the fourth attempt. Chassis 911 460 9072 has survived in remarkably original condition and was raced in historic events before its recent restoration. Already in the Nissan line-up for 15 years, the GT-R has been gradually improved. The latest incarnation will include this striking T-spec Takumi. It is a cosmetic package only but the latest 565 bhp version of the potent package is still very impressive after 15 years. |
2024-03-14: Most powerful Porsche road car, new Mercedes-AMG and GTX Volkswagens ...
With the Taycan Turbo GT, Porsche have introduced the company's most powerful production road car yet. With the optional attack mode engaged, there is a staggering 1,092 bhp available for up to two seconds. This allows the Turbo GT equipped with the Weissach Package to accelerate to 100 km/h in 2.2 seconds. Using a pre-production version, Lars Kern used the battery electric Porsche to new lap records at the Nürburgring and Laguna Seca.
The latest plug-in hybrid model from Mercedes-AMG is the E 53 4MATIC+, which is available in Saloon and Estate versions. Combining a turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor, the latest E 53 has a system output of up to 576 bhp and 750 Nm of torque. Offering more than a small glimpse of future high-performance battery electric vehicles, Volkswagen revealed images of the ID.3 GTX and ID.7 GTX Tourer. The two performance models feature uprated drivetrains, good for well over 300 bhp. The definitive production versions of the ID.3 GTX and the ID.7 GTX Tourer will follow soon. |
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2024-03-11: Ferrari and McLarens from Jody Scheckter headed for Monaco auction ...
For the upcoming Monaco Auction, RM Sotheby's have consigned the formidable racing car collection assembled by 1979 Formula 1 World Champion Jody Scheckter. The absolute headliner is the very Ferrari 312 T4 that the South African used to win the World Championship. He raced the car nine times that year, scoring three victories. Scheckter bought chassis 040 directly from Ferrari in 1982. One of just two 312 T4s that were not updated to T5 specification, this rare Ferrari has a pre-sale estimate of over €5 million.
Scheckter started his successful Grand Prix racing career in this McLaren M19A Cosworth. It was originally allocated to Dennis Hulme and was also raced by the likes of Peter Revson, Mark Donohue and Brian Redman. Later also campaigned in F5000 events, M19A-1 has been restored to its original configuration and livery. Later in his McLaren tenure, the South African also raced this M23 Cosworth. The second M23 built, this particular car was raced to victory in the 1973 British Grand Prix by Peter Revson. Scheckter himself raced M23-2 twice before it also was converted to F5000. After it was re-acquired by McLaren International, it joined the collection of Scheckter in more recent years. It should find a new custodian for around €2 million. |
2024-03-07: Three great Ferrari and Maserati competition cars ...
With the 2024 historic racing season fast approaching, we have today taken a look at three great Ferrari and Maserati competition cars. First up is this Ferrari 333 SP, which was originally sold to the great French privateer Noël del Bello Racing. They did not actually race the car and it was sold to JB Racing instead. Painted in a striking Giesse livery, it was raced successfully, winning a couple of races and the International Sports Racing Series team championship. Among the subsequent owners were Stanislas de Sadeleer and Lawrence Stroll. Now in Swiss hands 023 was demonstrated at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Of slightly later vintage is this Ferrari 360 GT, which was also prepared for racing by Michelotto. It was raced in period by Risi Competizione and finished second overall in the 2003 Daytona 24 Hours. Chassis 2006 is now in Hungarian hands and was campaigned in the Endurance Racing Legends rounds at Mugello and Spa last year. Starring at the most recent editions of the Goodwood Revival and Monaco Historic Grand Prix was this Maserati 4CLT, which was sold new to future Formula 1 World Champion Giuseppe Farina. The 4CLT is an engineering work of art, sporting a 16-valve four-cylinder engine with eight separate headers. Farina raced 1602 successful and before it was acquired by the current custodian had a single owner for 40 years. |
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2024-03-04: Hypercars headed for RM Dubai auction and new Maserati GranCabrio ...
On Saturday, RM Sotheby's will stage their first-ever Dubai auction. It is headlined by the four recent hypercars featured today. The first of the quartet is this Aston Martin Valkyrie, which represents the first time an example of the Adrian Newey-designed machine is offered at auction. This particular example is finished in silver with red accents and has covered a mere 123 km. Also consigned in virtual brand-new condition are the Koenigsegg Agera RS and Lamborghini Centenario Coupe. Having fortunately seen more use is the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss that will cross the block in Dubai. Delivered new to Luxembourg, it competed in the Mercedes-Benz 1000 Miglia Challenge and was more recently sold to the Middle East.
Late last week, Maserati revealed the all-new GranCabrio. Like the GranTurismo, it is powered by the bespoke Maserati turbocharged V6, which produces 541 bhp in Trofeo trim. The striking GranCabrio features a fabric foldaway roof that can be tucked away in a mere 14 seconds. |
2024-02-29: Porsche, Lister and Ferrari headed for auction and new Artura Spider and Vantage GT4 ...
This weekend, Florida is taking centre stage in the classic car world with the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance and the Moda Miami and associated auctions. At Amelia Island, the two-day Gooding sale will feature this lovely Porsche 718 RS 61. It was originally sold to Austria and spent time in South Africa before it joined some of the most prominent American Porsche collections. Chassis 718-076 is estimated to sell for $4 - $5 million.
Nearby, Bonhams will also stage a sale on Thursday with the most notable consignments including this Lister Costin Chevrolet. It is the first of the Costin-bodied Listers and was fitted with a small-block V8. In more recent years, BHL 121 has been actively campaigned on both sides of the Atlantic. The pre-sale estimate is $800,000. - $1,000,000. During the Moda Miami, RM Sotheby's will offer this beautifully restored Ferrari 250 Europa Vignale Coupe. The very first 250 Europa, it was shown at the Paris Motor Show and was sold soon after to the United States where it remained ever since. The next owner of 0295EU will be expected to pay at least $4.5 million for the privilege. Earlier this week, McLaren announced the Artura Spider. It is the first open hybrid produced by McLaren and features a more powerful version of the bespoke twin-turbo V6. The uprated engine will also be available in the 2025 model year Artura Coupe. Aston Martin Racing also completed the Vantage line-up this week with the new GT4 Evo. As the name suggests, it is an evolution of the existing model and features subtle improvements in addition to the cosmetic changes carried over from the road car. Before the end of the year, Aston Martin Racing are expecting to build no fewer than 30 examples of the GT4 Evo earmarked for customers. |
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2024-02-26: Pininfarina Enigma GT concept, Renault 5 reborn and more F1 news ...
One event that particularly suffered from the global pandemic is the Geneva Motor Show, which was cancelled at the very last minute and has only returned for the first time this week. A lot has changed in the past four years and the 2024 Geneva Motor Show is in no way comparable to the star-studded event of the past. One loyal exhibitor that did return is Pininfarina, who revealed this striking Enigma GT show car. This 2+2 coupe boasts a windshield that tilts up like a canopy on a fighter plane and combines a mid-mounted 2.5-litre, turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor on the front axle. The Enigma GT also has a remarkably low drag figure thanks to moveable aerodynamic devices and the cut-off, Kamm-style tail.
Another remarkable car that broke cover this morning is the reborn Renault 5. One of the all-time great Renaults, the original 5 was both a car for the masses but also formed the base for some mightily impressive rally cars. The retro-styled 5 revealed today is once again intended for the masses and features an all-electric drivetrain. Rounding out our first coverage of the Formula 1 class of 2024, we today highlight the new Ferrari-engined Haas VF-24 and the RB VCARB 01, which the latest iteration of Red Bull's Italian F1 team. |
2024-02-22: Alpine A220 inspired twin-tail Zagato and the latest F1 news ...
Italian coach-builder Zagato have released the first details of the AGTZ Twin Tail. It is inspired by this particular Alpine A220 from 1968, which had its Le Mans specific long-tail removed to compete in road rallies. Accordingly the limited production Twin Tail has the option to be used with a long- and short-tail. Although clearly inspired by a car from the French manufacturer, the word Alpine does not appear in the press release once but the AGTZ is based on a current A110. The first of the 19 Twin Tails will debut during the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in May.
At the Bahrain International Circuit, the official three-day Formula 1 pre-season test kicked off on Wednesday. Followed with particular interest were defending champions Red Bull Racing. Instead of developing another evolution of the all-conquering RB18 and RB19, the Austrian-owned team have produced the more radical RB20. The latest Adrian Newey design features the 'zero side-pod' philosophy that failed so miserably for the Mercedes-Benz F1 team. It seems to work better for Red Bull Racing as Max Verstappen easily beat the opposition on the opening day with the RB20. The first and only official test also offered an opportunity to get a first look at cars of which only the new liveries were previously released. Among them was the Williams FW46, which was the last of the 2024 cars to be shaken down. The Mercedes-engined car represents the next step in the slow but steady resurgence of the legendary Williams F1 team. The Sauber C44 on the other hand is a product of a team in transition from the Alfa Romeo backing of the last few years to the imminent full Audi ownership. The C44 has the most striking livery on the grid with a black and bright-green colourscheme. |
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2024-02-20: Iconic 1930s racers and latest news from Alpine and Hispano-Suiza ...
We are counting down the days until the historic racing season kicks off again. Among the highlights coming up is the Monaco Historic Grand Prix and to get you in the mood early, we have taken a look at two early Grand Prix cars that starred during the 2022 edition. The first is this unique 6CM, which was sold new to a German gentleman racer. He raced the car several times and it then moved to France where it was rebooted in the style of a 4CL. Still in highly original condition, chassis 1548 was raced at Monaco by a Dutch owner.
Competing in the same group was this MG Magnette K3. Originally earmarked for an Italian customer, it was the last K3 built. It was sold instead to the White Mouse racing team for Prince Bira to race. After he was done with the MG, it was sold to Australia where it has remained ever since. Having had just two owners since 1958, its most recent custodian brought K3030 over from Australia to Monaco in 2022. Alpine released images of a camouflaged version of the A290 seen testing in Sweden. The all-electric hot hatchback is and addition to the line-up and based on the upcoming Renault 5 and will be revealed in earnest in June. Due to break cover during the same period will be the Hispano Suiza Sagrera. For now, the Spanish manufacturer only showed details of the supercar currently under development and some technical details. |
2024-02-16: Formula 1 class of 2024 and Chrysler concept car ...
It has been busy week of Formula 1 launches with all four cars expected to star at the sharp end of the field in 2024 breaking cover. Last night Red Bull Racing debuted the RB20, which has the difficult task of succeeding the all-conquering RB19. It is an another evolution of the successful machine with further refined aerodynamics. What exactly has changed remains to be seen as the only clear pictures revealed are very basic renders of the RB20.
Looking set to take on world champions Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen are the Ferrari SF24, Mercedes-AMG F1 W15 and the McLaren MCL38 Mercedes. Another major launch this week was of the Chrysler Halcyon Concept. It is built on the new all-electric Stellantis platform and breaking form for Chrysler, it is not a minivan. The striking show car has spectacular doors that open in three directions. The Halcyon Concept also support wireless charging, which allows the car to be charged on the move over specially equipped road lanes, providing a theoretical unlimited mileage. |
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2024-02-12: Latest news from Aston Martin, Alpine, Audi and Pagani ...
It has been a busy day at Aston Martin and Aston Martin Racing today. The British sports car company revealed a substantially updated Vantage. Among the numerous changes are a revised exterior and an enhanced twin-turbo V8 engine. In its latest guise, the four-litre unit that powers the Vantage evolution is now good for 655 bhp. At the same time, a GT3 version of the Vantage was also introduced. Now eligible for all major international endurance races, the Vantage GT3 will race all around the world. Aston Martin Racing expect no fewer than 30 examples to be competing before the end of the year. The third Aston Martin launched today is the AMR24 Grand Prix car. It is an evolution of the surprisingly competitive 2023 car. Among the most noticeable changes is a switch to push-rod rear suspension. The AMR24 already hit the track today for a brief shakedown at Silverstone ahead of the official test sessions later this month.
Another new Formula 1 car revealed is the Alpine A524. Slated as a major step forward, the A524 will be driven by Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon. As a tribute to the iconic 90 Quattro IMSA GTO, Audi have created a limited production RS 6 Avant GT. Powered by a 620 bhp version of Audi's twin-turbo V8, the Avant GT boasts a series of striking exterior features that are unique to this model. Only 660 examples will be built with deliveries starting in the second quarter of 2024. Also announced this week is the Pagani Huayra R Evo. Compared to the original Huayra R introduced in 2021, the Evo version has a more aerodynamically efficient coda lunga or long-tail body. The naturally aspirated V12 powering the Huayra R Evo has also been improved and now produces 887 bhp. |
2024-02-06: 2024 Retromobile report and 190-shot gallery ...
Last week Paris was the classic car capital of the world courtesy of the annual Retromobile show. It proved to be another record year with the 48th edition of the annual classic car show attracting over 130,000 visitors. They were treated to a spectacular show with, in particular, Ferraris taking centre stage. Among the many highlights were a pair of Ferrari 250 GTOs, a Porsche 911 GT1, the ever fascinating Dome S101, two McLaren F1 GTRs, the road-legal Porsche 917 K and a fully stacked Ecurie Ecosse transporter. In good Retromobile tradition there were also more obscure cars that grabbed or attention like a 1.1-litre twin-supercharged eight-cylinder Salmson Grand Prix car and a six-wheel Dakar racer. We explored the vast Portes de Versailles exhibition centre to capture all the highlights for our 190-shot gallery that serves to illustrate our concise report.
Also included in our coverage are the results and galleries from the RM Sotheby's, Bonhams and Artcurial auctions that were also staged during the Retromobile week. |
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