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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 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 Andrew Nabors – June 10, 2016

2016 Greenwich Concours Recap

Last weekend was a new event for us, with duPont Registry being a major sponsor of the 2016 Greenwich Concours. After a cannonball run up Interstate 95, we arrived Thursday evening to find the narrow streets choked with auto transporters. If you haven't experienced the coastline of Connecticut, Greenwich is an enclave of tranquility less than an hour from Manhattan.duPont REGISTRY Live GreenwichThe main waterfront attraction is the historic Delamar Hotel. With several hundred feet of deep water dock space, we invited a few clients from our boat magazine to add to the festivities. Due to the limited space of the park, the show is divided with American cars on Saturday and Europeans on Sunday. To provide a smooth transition between them, our duPont REGISTRY Live event was the highlight of the weekend. With help from the volunteers of AmeriCares, attendees were treated to beautiful cars and boats along with amazing food.SaturdaySundayIf you plan on visiting, take the road less traveled. The twisty back roads offer great elevation changes and the occasional view of the parking lot that is I-95. A big thank you to AmeriCares and to the staff of the Delamar Hotel for allowing us to be a part of the action. We're heading back to Connecticut in 3 weeks for Barrett-Jackson's inaugural auction at the Mohegan Sun Casino, so stay tuned for a preview.

By Andrew Nabors – April 15, 2016

Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2016 Recap

Last week we told you about some of the exciting listings for Barrett-Jackson's annual auto auction extravaganza in West Palm Beach. It is a great way for us to connect with our clients and to show duPont REGISTRY enthusiasts the power of print and event marketing.Normally our only apprehensions about this show come from the unpredictable weather. But, this year it turned out to be an unforgettable experience. We hosted the VIP Pavilion, which featured all the high-end and Salon cars that headlined a very successful auction weekend.Our mobile chill lounge happens inside the Airstream Interstate, so it was moved in first. With seating for nine and WiFi, they are the perfect way for us to stay cool & connected during the show. North Trail RV brought a new 2016 model which has Air Ride suspension and more USB ports than you will ever need.Front and foremost was the Ruf Nek from Starwood Motors. Built for SEMA 2015, this radical rat rod Wrangler trades civility for a 6.4L 392 HEMI V8 riding on air suspension. Bomber seats and teak wood compliment the Alpine/Focal, which tries hard to be louder than the stainless side pipe exhaust.Taggart Autosport participated with a custom Jeep Wrangler and a 2013 Aston Martin Rapide S. Two additional Jeeps arrived from California Custom Sport Trucks. One was customized by Guy Harvey, complete with an aquatic wrap and fishing rods.Ronald McDonald House of the Central Valley is a charity that provides a respite for families of sick children, so we enjoy supporting their collector car raffles. Ticket sales exceeded expectations thanks to the new Corvette Z06 convertible along with a Superformance Cobra.If four wheels are too many, Vanderhall sent us their latest Laguna for the weekend. These tandem two-seaters are powered by the 1.4L turbo EcoTec four cylinder from Chevrolet. From heated seats to stability control, Laguna packs more features than any vehicle its size.Towering over the tiny roadster were the brilliant polished stainless & marble grills from Kalamazoo Gourmet. Hand fabricated from thick 304 alloy, their top end outdoor kitchens include a sizable pizza oven. On the other end of the temperature scale, Sovaro Coolers allowed us to realize that natural cork is still the best insulator on the market.We were able to facilitate several sales from the booth, and we had a great time interacting with our fans.As for the sales from the auction, Barrett-Jackson touted in a press release that they had exceed $23.2 million at the Palm Beach event. Contributing to this amount were a few top sales, such as a 1969 Ford Boss 429 ($550,000), two Heritage Edition Ford GTs ($467,500 and $412,500) and much more. The first 2017 Corvette Grand Sport sold for $170,000 and the first 2017 Camaro 50th Anniversary sold for $150,000. For full results, be sure to visit Barrett-Jackson.com.Looking forward to Barrett-Jackson's upcoming event at the Mohegan Sun, it will take some ingenuity to build a better experience than this year at Palm Beach.Thank you to our clients and to our fans for making this show one for the books.

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 Nicole Slaughter-Graham – April 05, 2016

First 2017 Corvette Grand Sport and 50th Anniversary Cama...

In an unprecedented move Barrett-Jackson is set to break records and turn heads at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction thanks to the auctioning of the first 2017 Corvette Grand Sport and 50th Anniversary Camaro on April 8. Barrett-Jackson is known for their sizable contributions to charities both local to their auction locations and those with a nationwide base. Most recently, they auctioned off the first 2017 Acura NSX, which, in conjunction with ten other vehicles, brought in an incredible $3.4 million for charity.Acura NSX For Sale Thanks to Chevrolet's generous donation of the inaugural production installment of the 2017 Corvette Grand Sport, Barrett-Jackson is keeping with tradition and will auction the vehicle off. One-hundred percent of the funds raised will benefit the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute-- "one of only 45 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the country," according to GM. The 2017 Corvette Grand Sport, Vin #001, is scheduled for auction in Palm Beach, Fla. on Friday, April 8.On Saturday, April 9, the iconic 2017 Camaro 50th Anniversary Edition is set for auction, with 100 percent of the proceeds benefiting the United Way of Southeastern Michigan. The 50th Anniversary Camaro boasts exclusive anniversary stripes and is finished in Nightfall Gray Metallic.Check out both of these and many more unique offerings at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction.

By Edward Jones – April 05, 2016

Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach 2016 Preview

Taking South Florida by storm starting April 8 is the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction. Hundreds of collector, sports, super, muscle and luxury cars will up for cross the event's auction blocks, including many for charity.Of the supercar variety, the auction house will be offering cars like two Porsche Carrera GTs, a Ford GT Heritage Edition and even a one-owner Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. If you're looking for something a bit more vintage, they'll have a trio of 1950's icons, including a supercharged Thunderbird. You can view some of the hot dockets in the slider below.(Click image to play video)duPont REGISTRY will, of course, be present at the event with a massive tent full of prestigious brands. These include: Airstream USA Ronald McDonald House Charities Central Valley Taggart Autosport Sean Hyland Motorsport California Custom Sport Trucks Savaro Coolers Kalamazoo Gourmet Cannonball Run Vanderhall Motor Works Go Armored Starwood Motors Cars in our booth include vehicles like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, custom Jeeps, Land Rover Defender 110, Corvettes, exotic three-wheeler and even a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter that's fit for a king. Be sure to stop by our booth to check out these amazing vehicles and pick up a free issue of our magazine.

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 – February 23, 2016

duPont REGISTRY Live Boca Raton Hangar Party

Last Friday, February 19, we hosted our duPont REGISTRY Live hangar party in Boca Raton, Florida in celebration for the 10th Annual Boca Concours of Elegance.The hangar was filled with supercars, luxury cars, jets, food, beverages and of course, hundreds of guests. Bringing in the wheels were a few of our best clients. Via Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward CountyUpon entering the event, guests were greeted by a white Lamborghini Aventador and a red Huracan, both courtesy of Lamborghini Palm Beach (seen in the featured image). Needless to say, these cars were a great way to get the party started. Brian Quail (Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County ), Tom DuPont (duPont REGISTRY), Event Founder Rick Case Rick Case Hyundai in Plantation & event Event Chairman Jaime McDonnellAirstream brought one of their luxurious Sprinters, which is the closest to a private jet you can get to on wheels. If you wanted to take a comfy seat away from the crowd, the inside of their Sprinter was the place to be.Right next to their Sprinter were two Jeeps from California Custom Sport Trucks. One was painted and customized to the theme of a Guy Harvey underwater painting. There was also another Jeep, fitted with Metal Cloak Fenders. These Jeeps were a testament to how well CCST can personalize their vehicles.Matching the Orange of the Jeep was an Orange Lamborghini Huracan, presented by Excell Auto Group and Palm Beach International Raceway. Champion Porsche was also on hand, and they brought some seriously heavy hitting cars, including a 1/25 Porsche 911 GTS Rennsport Reunion Edition, 911 Turbo tuned to 680 whp on pump gas by Champion Motorsport, new Boxster Spyder and a Carrera GT also modified by Champion Motorsport.A line of Ferraris and Maseratis were on display right along the red carpet courtesy of Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale. Guests walked right under a 458 Challenge EVO, suspended in the air, which was next to a 458 Speciale. US Specialty Vehicles was showcasing their Rhino GX. This rugged SUV is based on the Ford Super Duty Chassis, allowing it to be tough on the outside, yet spacious and luxurious on the inside.Being a hangar party, JetSmarter was showing guests how they are revolutionizing private jet travel. Coupled with the most unique services in aviation history, JetSmarter has established itself as the benchmark for savvy travelers around the world.We had a great time at the hangar party in Boca Raton and can't wait to be back next year.

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