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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Edward Jones – August 16, 2016

2016 Concorso Italiano Preview

Concorso Italiano, now in its 31st year, will present a plethora of features, celebrations, and new announcements. Through our strategic partnerships with manufacturers, and strategic dealers, Concorso has once again shown it has grown into the preeminent place to be during Automotive Week for true automotive enthusiasts. With expanded lifestyle elements, featured art plaza and special displays, Saturday August 20 will be filled than ever with more to see and accomplish.Click Here For Used Ferrari 458's Concorso Italiano 2015For 2016 Concorso Italiano is featuring several 50th Anniversaries including the iconic Alfa Romeo Duetto, the Fiat 124 spider, the groundbreaking Lamborghini Miura, and of course the Ferrari 330 GTC and GTS. Mattioli Automotive Group is bringing the newest icons from the Modena and Maranello, enabling us to see the newest Ferrari California T Handling Speciale and Maserati Levante SUV. This will complement the display of Scuderia Corsa race car and rarely seen exotic Ferrari selections.The lifestyle elements include a dramatically expanded CI Club with an exclusive Friday evening preview reception, early admission with hot breakfast, and all day dedicated club facilities, lunch and special gifts. Also new for 2016 is the aptly named Piazza d’Arte with fine artists not only displaying their craft, but engaged in creating works of art as well. Don’t miss the Art School College of Design students with their creative ideas for supercars of the future, and meet alumni who have designed many of the cars you will see at Concorso such as Ken Okuyama’s latest creating at the Podio Concorso display and Frank Stephenson’s McLaren P1 GTR. Concorso Italiano 2015Fans of racing will be pleased to have the opportunity to view winning race cars that will be on display at several sponsor pavilions, and also meet several iconic race car drivers from Kevin Buckler, Justin Bell, and Dominic Dobson. There will be up and coming driver Andrew Evans, and of course the Scuderia Corsa podium winners Townsend Bell, Jeff Segal and Bill Sweedler at the Mattioli pavilion still fresh from capturing victory in the GTE -AM class at the biggest race in the world – the 24 Hours of Le Mans and showing their Le Mans trophies.With the sea of red Ferraris on the green grass fairways of Black Horse Golf Course overlooking the majestic Monterey Bay, Concorso for 2016 will once again be the best way to “Celebrate Italian Style”. Join the fun and festivities on Saturday. Advance tickets are available at http://concorso.com/tickets-registration/buy-tickets/ and tickets are available at the door.Buy Tickets Concorso Italiano 2015

By Edward Jones – August 11, 2016

Excellerate Exclusive Cocktail Reception and I-295 Exotic...

The Excellerate Exclusive Cocktail Reception and I-295 Exotic Car Drive returns for its second year to Jacksonville, Florida. In this one-of-a-kind police escorted ride with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, high-end cars take a speed limit lap around the 61-mile beltway in the name of charity. Jacksonville’s most unique fundraiser kicks off with the Reception on Friday, October 21st, then powers into the Exotic Car Drive on Saturday, October 22nd.The public can get in on the all the action at the Excellerate Exclusive Cocktail Reception at Malone’s Air Charter at Craig Municipal Airport. Guests will enjoy great food and spirits, see the cars, meet the drivers, tour world-class private jets, and most importantly, support at-risk city youth by benefitting the Jacksonville Police Athletic League (JaxPAL).This is an event you will definitely want to be a part of. Reserve your spot today. Tickets sales and car registration are now open at ExcellerateJax.com. Registered cars must be approved to participate. Learn More

By Edward Jones – August 09, 2016

Third Annual Taste of Speed in Atlanta

We are excited to announce that the 3rd Annual Taste of Speed will be held on Saturday, September 24 inside a 10,000 square foot hangar at Peachtree DeKalb Airport. This signature fundraiser event will benefit one Atlanta Children’s Charity.Presented by the duPont Registry, Taste of Speed is most exclusive Jet Set Lifestyle event in Atlanta and attended by hundreds of tastemakers, high profile executives, entrepreneurs, and elite society members from around the Southeast.During the festivities, guests will indulge in luxury branded activations, get to preview showcases that feature upscale, high-end products and services such as private jets, exotic cars, a couture fashion show, concierge services, specialty retail products, and more. Other highlights of the events include food prepared by celebrity chefs, high-quality spirits, live music entertainment, and a runway fashion show by Image Rock Live.The 2016 Taste of Speed is sponsored by the AC Hotel Buckhead, Tesla Motors, Tint World, Patron Spirits, Engel & Volkers Real Estate, Topper’s Rhum, Digital Xpress Printing, Dimensional Designs and Epic Lifestyle Events just to name a few.Buy Tickets Now

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – August 05, 2016

MotorCity Rally: Driving Cars Like They Were Meant to be ...

Founded in 2012, MotorCity Rally was just a basic little car gathering meant to be a local Michigan event. It spread to Indiana, but remained small. In 2015 though, the event garnered enough popularity to become a multi-state event. The 2015 event spanned from Detroit to New York City at first, but was pushed to cover the southern states as well. Creator of the event, Waseem Qureshi realized there was a demand for the event, and decided to take it full throttle.Not just a regular rally, Qureshi wanted to mesh together the rally lifestyle with the gearhead aficionados. His goal was to find like-minded enthusiasts that aren't afraid to drive, hit the tracks and go hard on the trail. MotorCity Rally caters to the motorsport enthusiasts.The event covers a total of 1,200 miles and tracks are rented along the route for the drivers. The general theme is to "party like rockstars," and participants definitely get their fill.The rally is exciting from start to finish and the participants are enthusiastic, bonding over their love for pushing cars to the limit, "as they are meant to be driven," states Qureshi.The event start time is 8:00 AM on Wednesday, August 3. There, Qureshi and his team go over the flags on the track and racing etiquette. The M1 team will be there to help the drivers. Hot laps, for fun. Don’t want anyone to wreck cars before it starts! The event is limited to 65 cars to ensure quality on track, making it one of the most exclusive experiences of its kind. Qureshi's goal is less about money and more about cultivating a family of people having fun driving cars.Teams compete in scavenger hunts. Team with the most points will get their entry fee back, and get to come back the next year free of charge. Second prize is credit towards next year.The rally will start at the new M1 Concourse in Michigan, which was built on the old GM facility. It will then travel down to Louisville, KY, stopping at Fort Wayne Automotive (Dream Makers Automotive) for a catered lunch. Day two will take drivers to Margaritaville Island Resort in Pigeon Forge. There, drivers can head to Tail of the Dragon as well as a local drag strip. Day three is all about Nashville, starting at the Nashville Omni Hotel right next to Broadway. Participants will be treated to a Honkey Tonk party that night, and by Day four, they'll stop by Velocity Motors for breakfast before heading to the Nashville Cars & Coffee. From there, participants will head to the Atlanta Motorsports Park, where the entire track has been rented out. This part of the event is sponsored by GM. After that, it's off to Loews hotel in Atlanta, where the event will end with a ceremony, dinner and announcement of winners.To learn more about this incredible rally, be sure to visit MotorCityRally.com or click the button below.Learn More

By Andrew Nabors – July 11, 2016

23rd Annual Corvettes at the Pier 2016

The Suncoast Corvette Association, in co-operation with the City of St. Petersburg, hosted the 23rd Annual “Corvettes at the Pier” show on Saturday, May 28th, 2016 in North Straub Park, St. Petersburg, Florida. The show, which started 23 years ago on the St. Petersburg Pier, ran every year until the Pier’s closing, which was when it moved to South Straub Park.This year, the show moved to the even larger North Straub Park after a three-year run in South Straub Park. This year the show hosted a total of 203 cars ranging from 1956 through 2016 with two classes of Modified, one class of Customs, and several 650 horsepower late model Z06's. Admission was free to the public, and several thousand spectators took advantage of the great weather. Two Team Corvette race cars were on display along with four new Stingrays from Maher Chevrolet. The show had 27 Vendors selling everything from parts and cleaning supplies to women’s jewelry and clothing, decorative signs, professional services, leather goods, food, frozen drinks, smoothies and more!Each year, the Suncoast Corvette Association donates a portion of this show’s proceeds to a St. Petersburg based charity in addition to supporting other local organizations and charities including Hospice, Boy and Girl Scouts groups, CW Young (Bay Pines) VA Hospital and more. This year, Suncoast Corvette Association donated $1500.00 of the show’s proceeds to the Children’s Dream Fund, a St. Petersburg based charity who provides a “Dream” for chronically or terminally ill children.With record turnout of this event, plans are already in the works for Saturday, May 27th, 2017. More vendors, more clubs, great food and hundreds of cars will make it a must-see event for Corvette lovers everywhere. See you there!

By Edward Jones – April 11, 2016

Das Renn Treffen 2016 Celerates The Porsche Automobile

The second annual Das RennTreffen (literal translation: the race meet), returned to South Miami’s iconic Shops at Sunset Place Sunday, March 6, 2016 with rousing success. Over 250 cars worth over $20 million dollars came together to celebrate almost 60 years of Porsche evolution.The highly anticipated event kicked off on Saturday evening with a VIP reception at ‘The Porsche Automobile Obsession,’ a collection of over 3,000 Porsche memorabilia showcased at Sunset Place by Bruce Hollander. ‘It is a pleasure to share my life-long passion with the public for the first time,’ said Hollander who has collected Porsche artifacts for decades. Hundreds of Porsche model cars, rare correspondence by Mr. Porsche himself, and several Hoffman trophies are part of the unique collection, which was open to visitors throughout the concourse.On the following day, a picture perfect Florida Sunday, cars started arriving for registration as early as 7am. Everything from Porsche 356 to the Porsche 918 Spyder hypercar lined closed-off 72ndStreet, creating a safe and relaxed environment for enthusiasts and their families to take a leisurely stroll and admire the cars. Hundreds collectors, Porsche Club members and enthusiasts participated this year to exchange stories and revel in their Porsche passion.Alvaro Rodriguez de Vera, Das RennTreffen organizer and director at Parkhaus 1, was delighted: “Nothing brings me more joy than to unite people and their families for the love of Porsche cars. We are honored to bring this event to the City of South Miami.”A special highlight of this year’s gathering was the attendance of Urban Outlaw, Magnus Walker, who flew in from Los Angeles to be part of the spectacle. Mingling with fans and taking photos of several rare Porsche cars he said: ”This is an amazing show. It doesn’t matter if you speak English, Spanish or German – we all speak Porsche here. Many thanks to all the fans in Miami for the 305 love and especially the Parkhaus 1 crew.”Learn More (Gallery by Matthew Gomez)

By Edward Jones – March 31, 2016

James Bond Headed To Top Marques Monaco 2016

In this extraordinary homage to James Bond, visitors to the 13th edition of Monaco’s premier auto show will be able to see James Bond’s Aston Martin DB10; boasting a 4.7-litre V8 engine and a six-speed manual gearbox. Daniel Craig drove this incredible machine in a spectacular high-speed car chase in the film. Supercar fans will also see the Jaguar C-X75 which Spectre’s villain Hinx drove in a chase with Bond through the streets of Rome. Created by Jaguar Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations division, the C-X75 produces 850bhp with a top speed of 200mph.The Range Rover Sport SVR, Land Rover "Big foot "Defender and Aston Martin DB5 which also featured in Spectre are available to view, as well as other 007 memorabilia brought to Top Marques by the PropShop, the company who produces gadgets for the Bond films.Another highlight of this year's Top Marques, the only live auto show in the world where visitors get to test drive the supercars on a F1 GP circuit and being held from 14th to 17th April in the Grimaldi Forum, is the Icona Vulcano. Made entirely out of titanium, the hypercar will be shown in final form for the first time ever at the Monaco show. Icona VulcanoTop Marques will also exhibit the Arrow by Apollo; with close to 1,000hp this hypercar built in Germany is financed by Chinese investors. The Donkervoort D8 GTO, one of the fastest street legal cars which exists today, will also be exhibited and may be test driven on parts of the famous GP track.Top Marques co-owner Steven Saltzman said: “We thank EON Productions and the producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli for allowing us to feature the 007 Spectre supercars at Top Marques 2016." Apollo ArrowSince 2012 the Edmond de Rothschild group has supported this upscale event in Monaco, which every year asserts itself more as a vector of high tech and know-how. The alliance between the Edmond de Rothschild group and Top Marques illustrates the Group’s determination to promote innovation, creativity and excellence —three values at the core of the Group’s philosophy.Steven Saltzman added: “This is the best ever Top Marques. However, it would not be possible without the continuing support of our patron, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II, who happens to be a huge James Bond fan. We are also very grateful to our title partner the Edmond de Rothschild group who is returning for the fourth year and shares in our passion for innovation and excellence.”“The Top Marques Show is clearly the place to be in Monaco. Innovation, creativity and excellence are the keys to success for our Group. Teaming up with the Show was a natural process in our Group’s vision," says Hervé Ordioni, Head of Edmond de Rothschild (Monaco). Aston Martin DB11One of the most intriguing global launches at this year’s show must be the ArcaBoard, a flying hoverboard straight out of the movie Back to the Future which will perform its' first public demonstration at the opening of Top Marques.As well as supercars and 'flying carpets', there will also be more than 50 luxury brands displaying their exclusive products in Luxury Lane, whilst more than 30 of the most exclusive watch and jewellery marques will be present in the Watch Pavilion.A complete list of exhibitors for Top Marques 2016 is available at www.topmarquesmonaco.com where visitors can also buy tickets – both premium, with access to the Supercar Restaurant and VIP Lounge, and regular one-day entries. There are also reduced tickets on Saturday and Sunday for families.Learn More

By Edward Jones – March 01, 2016

Das Renn Treffen – South Florida’s Largest Porsche Concourse

Porsche is undisputedly an iconic brand. Ever since the launch of the first 911 at the Frankfurt motor show in 1963, the ‘Porsche Mythos’ (translation: ‘the myth of Porsche’) has consistently grown. No other car’s shape is more recognizable. Few other brands have more history. No other make is loved as much as Porsche.On March 6th the second annual ‘Das Renn Treffen’ (translation: the race meet) will once again pay homage to this icon and unite hundreds of Porsche cars with thousands of enthusiasts in the streets of South Miami.Last year’s inaugural event featured 175 classic and new Porsche automobiles, among them a 1-of-7 Carrera G5 356 four-cam, a Carrera GT and a 918 Spyder. 6,000 visitors were awed by an unforgettable display.This year promises to be even grander with over 200 cars expected to register, showcasing almost 60 years of Porsche evolution. Judges and visitors will vote on their favorite cars in 21 categories of the curated concourse.Spectators have the opportunity to mingle with collectors to get first-hand details on every car.To add to the excitement, Magnus Walker of Urban Outlaw fame, joins Das Renn Treffen to share stories and sign autographs. Rumor has it that he is collaborating with Nakai-san of RWB at Miami’s Parkhaus 1 , the event organizer.And if all this was not enough, Bruce Hollander will exhibit his extensive collection of Porsche memorabilia publicly for the first time during the concourse. Over decades, he has preserved unique items such as the very first English-language Porsche brochure, printed in 1948, hundreds of Porsche race car and car models, and several rare ‘Hoffman trophies,’ which were awarded to deserving dealers in the 1950s by Max Hoffman, Porsche’s first importer in the US. Lovingly named “Porsche Obsession,” this collection is said to be one of the largest in the world.Das Renn Treffen, the largest Porsche gathering in South Florida, will certainly not disappoint and offers something for everyone. Especially if you, like us, love Porsche.Learn More

By Edward Jones – February 26, 2016

RM Amelia Island: The Ultimate in Performance

The collector car world turns its focus to Amelia Island, Florida next month for the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance weekend. Beyond the concours itself, a highlight of the weekend is RM Sotheby’s annual Amelia Island sale at the Ritz-Carlton—the official auction of the concours—which will celebrate its 18th Anniversary, March 12. Over the years, RM’s Amelia Island auction has been witness to the sale of some of the world’s most important automobiles, and this year’s event will be no exception, lifting the gavel on more than 90 blue-chip automobiles.For those with a penchant for modern performance, we’ve highlighted our “picks” of the catalogue, which is available for viewing in full here.2014 Pagani Huayra Est. $1,900,000 - $2,200,000There’s only one word to describe the Pagani Huayra when it comes to performance, technology, and styling: phenomenal. Powered by a Mercedes-AMG V-12 engine producing a remarkable 720 bhp, the car can sprint from 0–60 in just 3.0 seconds, with a top speed of 238 mph. Delivered new to the United States, the example on offer is striking in Blue Argentina and boasts just over 400 miles. With just 100 examples slated to be built—all of which are spoken for—it’s upcoming sale presents a rare opportunity to join a very exclusive club.View Lot2011 Ferrari 599 GTO Est. $650,000 - $750,000The first Ferrari to utilize the “Gran Turismo Omologato” nomenclature since the 288 GTO and the vaunted 250 GTO before it, the 599 GTO channels the mystique of its ancestors and their place in Ferrari history. At the time, the 599 GTO was the most powerful road car Ferrari had ever built, with 670 bhp on tap, eclipsing even the fabled Enzo. This particular example is differentiated from its peers by a stunning array of options: special-order Rosso Fuoco paint, a seldom-seen full Charcoal Alcantara interior, and a Bose Hifi audio system, just to list a few. Ferrari Classiche certified, it boasts just two owners and less than 7,200 kms from new.View Lot1985 Ford RS200 Evolution Est. $475,000 - $675,000The Group B regulations fostered some of the most powerful and most sophisticated rally cars ever built, including the Ford RS200. Holding the long-standing Guinness record for ‘fastest accelerating car in the world’, it could tear up the tarmac, propelling from 0–60 in just over three seconds. One of only 24 Evolution models built, the example on offer has been upgraded by the factory to 600 brake horsepower and is probably one of the most, if not the most, unused RS200s with less than 450 original miles.View Lot2005 Porsche Carrera GT Est. $750,000 - $850,000Utilizing a carbon-monocoque engine fitted with a naturally aspirated V-10, the Carrera GT was laden with a mesmerizing assortment of advanced lightweight racing-derived components. Originally developed by Porsche for the Footwork Formula One team, the mid-mounted engine would be the first V-10 engine used in a Porsche. It also proved to be the defining feature, providing the car with not only a breathtaking soundtrack but also incredible performance. The example on offer—a one-owner, lifelong Beverly Hills vehicle—shows a mere 1,184 miles and benefits from a fresh clutch and service (performed less than 10 miles ago).View Lot For further information on RM Sotheby’s Amelia Island offering or to register to bid, visit www.rmsothebys.com or call +1 519 352 4575.Learn More

By Edward Jones – December 15, 2015

Carlisle Events Presents: 2016 Winter Florida AutoFest

The sand (it would be dust in the north) hasn’t even settled yet on Carlisle Events’ first offering, Fall Florida AutoFest at the SUN ‘n FUN complex, and already the team from America’s Automotive Hometown in Carlisle, Pennsylvania is prepping for a return to Lakeland for another large scale event. After 20,000+ guests converged on the Polk County facility in November, nearly double that is expected for Winter Florida AutoFest, February 25-28.Having previously been held in Zephyrhills, the event outgrew its footprint which necessitated the move to Lakeland. Now, with momentum moving forward from the fall show, all of the history, glitz and glamour of what made things at Zephyrhills so grand will be on full display in Lakeland starting February 25.Almost everything that made the fall show so successful returns with some new features, including an orphan car themed car display and other aspects to announced soon. Popular known features include an automotive based swap meet where pieces, parts, merchandise and collectibles are for sale, a car corral that allows for person to person sales of classic and collector cars, plus the two-day collector car auction presented by Carlisle Auctions. The November auction sold out weeks in advance and moved millions of dollars worth of classics. For anyone who loves watching auctions on TV, they can again experience one in person with over 400 classics ready to move!Also returning are a pair of car shows; Cars and Coffee on February 27 sponsored by us, duPont REGISTRY, and a two-day car show powered by Carlisle Events on February 27-28. In addition, the Air & Coach Concours returns for those who enjoy living and traveling in luxury, there are more plane rides, the onsite Aerospace Museum will once again be open and the weekend will even have at least one very special guest!Onsite for three of the four event days will be Tom Wopat, star of stage, screen and TV. Wopat, best known as Luke Duke from TV’s Dukes of Hazzard, will meet with fans of the iconic program Friday, Saturday and Sunday of event weekend. His appearance will be flanked with at least one General Lee orange Dodge Charger and a Hazzard theme is expected for the event. More details about Wopat himself and specifics on his appearance will be made available in the coming weeks.The weekend as a whole is fun for the entire family and the fun comes with acres of FREE parking, a $10 daily admission (kids 12 and under free), great food and the chance to pick up amazing pieces of automotive history. The aforementioned Carlisle Events car show offers awards for participants, access for two for the entire weekend with registration and a chance to hang out with thousands of car crazy folks just like them. There’s even a Manufacturers Midway with top vendors within the industry including Meguiars, Amsoil and Heacock Classic just to name a few.For more information, visit CarlisleEvents.com or CarlisleAuctions.com.More InfoGallery Sponsored by: duPont REGISTRY

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