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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 – 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.

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – February 19, 2016

Update: James Bond's Aston Martin DB10 Sells for £2.4 Mil...

In January, we reported on the sale of the infamous Aston Martin DB10 from Spectre, the latest installment in the James Bond story. Last night, at Christie's in London, the famed supercar held an audience captive as the auction for the DB10 began.Just a reminder-- this is the only DB10 that was made available for public sale, making it a truly exclusive masterpiece to add to any collection, and one auction attendee now holds the coveted title as the new owner. Last night's auction brought in an incredible final price of £2.4 million for the car, approximately $2.6 million USD.Christie's reported that Aston Martin's CEO, Dr. Andy Palmer, touted the DB10 as "one of the rarest cars ever created." He further specified the only 10 DB10s were fashioned, and those 10 will be the only ones every made. This particular DB10 for auction, will be the only one ever available for public sale.What's more, the over $2.6 million raised in the auction will benefit Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), known in the United States as Doctors Without Borders-- a humanitarian organization that provides medical care for those in areas affected by conflict and disasters that wouldn't otherwise have access to such necessities.An amazing sale for a much needed cause. We're happy to see the only DB10 to ever hit the market benefit such an organization.Aston Martins For Sale

By Edward Jones – December 17, 2015

$50+ Million Worth of Cars, Including Koenigsegg One:1, S...

Toys for Tots is a great way to help less fortunate kids have something amazing to open on Christmas morning. We can think of no better way to get donations than to showcase some of the world’s most powerful cars.Even though the participants of the South Florida Exotic Car "Toy Rally" dealt with bad weather, they showed up in massive numbers and in some of the world's most amazing cars. Prestige Imports made quite the show and brought the Koenigsegg One:1, Pagani Huayra Project Vulcan, more Paganis and Bugatti Veyrons. Acclaimed videographer David Nickerson of Nue Vue Photography was on hand to film the action for us all to see. You can view these videos below.From the Diplomat Golf Club, the cars were driven to the Goodyear Airship Base in Pompano Beach. Tell us which toy you would drive, and why. As always stay tuned to Autofluence for more exotic car footage. (Source: YouTube)

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

By Edward Jones – December 14, 2015

duPont REGISTRY Scottsdale Auction Week After Party at th...

Every year, thousands of automotive enthusiasts and collectors visit Scottsdale, Arizona for the momentous Scottsdale Auction Week. During this week, auction houses from around the world roll some of the world's finest cars across their blocks. These cars range from classics to modern exotic cars, meaning there's something for everyone.To celebrate this week in the desert that we look for every year, we're throwing an afterparty at the luxurious W Scottsdale. The party will be held January 29, 9 pm - 2 am.For reservations, please call (480)970-2121. W Scottsdale 7277 East Camelback Road Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 W Scottsdale Website

By Edward Jones – December 11, 2015

RM Sotheby's New York City 2015 Top 10 Auction Results

In New York City last night, RM Sotheby's "Driven by Disruption" auction took the city by storm. Classic and modern vehicles were auctioned off, some fetching multi-million dollar results. Overall, the total amount in sales at the event was in excess of $73.5 million.Impressively, their top ten sales each went for over $1 million, with the highest-valued car fetching almost $30 million. 10. Lot 228 - 1934 Delage D8 S Cabriolet (Chassis 38229), $1,430,000 9. Lot 227 - 1954 Siata 208S Spider (Chassis BS 535), $1,650,000 8. Lot 206 - 1964 Porsche 356 C 1600 SC Cabriolet (Chassis 160371), $1,760,000 7. Lot 202 - 1972 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV (Chassis 5014), $2,420,000 6. Lot 219 - 2003 Ferrari Enzo (Chassis 135440), $3,300,000 5. Lot 216 - 1953 Ferrari 250 Europa Coupe (Chassis 0313 EU), $3,300,000 (post-sale transaction) 4. Lot 214 - 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow (Chassis 2575029), $3,740,000 3. Lot 211 - 1958 Ferrari 250 GT Cabriolet Series I (Chassis 0791GT), $5,720,000 2. Lot 215 - 1962 Aston Martin DB4GT (Chassis DB4GT/0186/R), $14,300,000 1. Lot 221 -1956 Ferrari 290 MM (Chassis 0626), $28,050,000 (Source: RM Sotheby's)

By Edward Jones – December 03, 2015

South Florida Exotic Car Toy Rally for Toys for Tots

On Saturday, December 5, 2015, the South Florida Exotic Car Toy Rally, benefitting Toys for Tots, celebrates its 10 year anniversary. This rally will be taking to the streets as one of the largest processions of exotic cars and one of the most anticipated exotic car events in the country.Hundreds of exotic cars will be driven from the beautiful Diplomat Golf and Tennis Club, up to the amazing Goodyear Airship Base, home of the Goodyear Blimp.To say this will be an amazing sight is an understatement - a caravan of exotic cars stretching over 5 miles long, all driven by their owners to benefit underprivileged children. It will be incredible to see, but even more incredible is the positive impact and difference the Toy Rally makes for the children as a charity event.Last year, the 2014 Toy Rally broke some amazing records, with over $50 million in exotic cars and record attendance. The most important records were the insanely huge mountain of toys - over 21,400 toys. To move them all, they required moving trucks for the United States Marine Corps to collect them all. That also collected $32,000 in cash, which was all donated to Toys for Tots. This equated to a lot of smiles on the faces of kids, and a positive impact on their holidays.This year, the Toy Rally intends to pull off the same, if not bigger numbers. To learn how to donate or be a part, be sure to visit ToyRally.com or click the button below.Learn More Sponsored by the South Florida Exotic Car Toy Rally duPont REGISTRY Exotic Cars

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