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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 – February 03, 2021

RM Sotheby's Sees Success in Arizona as First Live Auctio...

Presented by RM Sotheby's - On Friday, 22 January, RM Sotheby’s kicked off its 2021 auction calendar with the company’s 22nd annual Arizona auction, held this year at the OTTO Car Club in Scottsdale with limited, by appointment only in-person attendance, achieving $35,065,900 in total sales with 90 percent of all lots finding new homes. The one-day auction saw bidders from 35 countries around the world bidding in the room and via phone and internet. The undoubted star of the auction was a highly original 1955 Jaguar D-Type with substantial period race history, which sold to a bidder on the phone for a final $6,000,000. Wrapped in Red with an interior trimmed to match, the car was one of a very small number of D-Types to be so finished when new. Purchased new from Bernie Ecclestone by British racer Peter Blond and retaining many of its original components today, the well-documented example goes to its new caretaker as a worthy candidate for vintage competition at the highest and most prestigious levels. 1955 Jaguar D-Type 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Tourer by Corsica The second highest price achieved was an elegant and extremely rare 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Tourer by Corsica, one of eight examples bodied by the coachbuilder and just two examples in the four-seater configuration, which brought $4,735,000. Retaining its original chassis, engine, gearbox, differential, and body, the Bugatti came to the Arizona auction with known and fascinating ownership history, including time spent in the esteemed collections of Judge North and General Lyon. Additional pre-war classics also brought strong prices, including a CCCA Full Classic 1932 Cadillac V-16 Convertible Coupe by Fisher, one of 14 examples ever built, of which four survive today, and one of only a handful that were built with a factory rear-mounted spare, which surpassed its high estimate and went to a new home for $1,022,500; and a multi-award winning, CCCA Full Classic 1933 Packard Twelve Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich, one of two extant and a completely numbers-matching example, which brought in $819,000. Top sales were also highlighted by several modern supercars, including a 2020 McLaren Speedtail, the first example of the marque’s most technologically advanced and fastest road car to sell at public auction. A masterpiece of automotive engineering with central driving position and three-seat configuration, the car was one of only 106 examples produced, paying tribute to the 106 McLaren F1s. Highly optioned by MSO and showing only 30 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging, chassis no. 36 went to its next owner for $3,277,500. Additional well-sold supercars include a highly optioned 2019 McLaren Senna, the 95th of 500 examples produced and wearing Dramatic Visual Carbon Fiber bodywork, at $1,044,000; a desirable 2019 Ford GT ‘Lightweight’, a special option made available only to select applicants, which brought in $967,500; a 1993 Cizeta V16T, one of just nine examples completed and ordered new by the Royal Family of Brunei, which achieved $665,000; and an exclusive factory 1998 RUF Turbo R, extensively mechanically refreshed in October of 2020, which surpassed its high pre-sale estimate of $575,000 and sold for a final $764,000. 2019 McLaren Senna 2019 Ford GT 'Lightweight' - Automotive Photography by Deremer Studios, LLC Also claiming spots within the top ten were three highly sought-after 1950’s sports cars. Displayed at the 1954 New York World Motor Sports Show and 1954 Geneva Motor Show, the exclusive 1954 Ferrari 375 America Coupe by Vignale, one of just three examples bodied by the coachbuilder, sold for $2,557,000. The gran turismo came to the Arizona auction in its original and stunning burgundy and silver-grey finish over a beige interior and retaining its original 4.5-liter Lampredi V-12 engine. Another classic Ferrari, the 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Alloy Coupe by Boano, also caught bidders’ attention, selling for a final $1,352,500. One of just 14 alloy-bodied coupes produced by Carrozzeria Boano between 1956 and 1958, the Classiche-certified Ferrari went to its new owner equipped with its matching-numbers V-12 engine, gearbox, and differential and in exceptional restored condition. Rounding out the group, a delightful 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster presented in Light Green Metallic over dark green interior with a dark green convertible top sold for $1,066,500. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Alloy Coupe by Boano “It was tremendous to start the year off on such a positive note given that we were the sole remaining auction company to host a live event for the annual Arizona weekend. In working with the local authorities and the capable team at OTTO, we were able to safely welcome clients back to the live auction format,” said Gord Duff, Global Head of Auctions, RM Sotheby’s. “Our team worked extremely hard to ensure that the auction preview and event itself provided a safe atmosphere for clients to inspect cars in-person. Additionally, we saw that the added benefit of our preparation which included thousands upon thousands of additional detailed photographs, condition reports and documentation on all cars all available to our clients in advance of the auction truly helped make those who weren’t there feel comfortable bidding, whether via telephone, internet or absentee. With a diverse top three leading the charge—a period-raced D-Type, a beautifully presented Bugatti Type 57SC with notable provenance, and the first Speedtail to be sold at public auction—this sale proved once again that best-of-category, top-quality cars of every era continue to draw significant interest from collectors and bring strong prices.”Top Ten Sales Lot 141 1955 Jaguar D-Type $6,000,000 Lot 150 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC Tourer by Corsica $4,735,000 Lot 175 2020 McLaren Speedtail $3,277,500 Lot 162 1954 Ferrari 375 America Coupe by Vignale $2,557,000 Lot 143 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Alloy Coupe by Boano $1,352,500 Lot 138 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster $1,066,500 Lot 145 2019 McLaren Senna $1,044,000 Lot 134 1932 Cadillac V-16 Convertible Coupe by Fisher $1,022,500 Lot 132 2019 Ford GT 'Lightweight’ $967,500 Lot 168 1933 Packard Twelve Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich $819,000 1954 Ferrari 375 America Coupe by Vignale RM Sotheby’s continues its 2021 auction calendar with the company’s first European auction of the year, set for 13 February in Paris. The auction will be livestreamed with remote bidding options only, presenting approximately 65 of the finest sports, racing, and touring cars from both pre- and post-war periods, as well as a selection of memorabilia. The Paris sale is led by a one-of-50 factory 1931 Bentley 4½-Litre Supercharged Tourers, retaining many of its original components, alongside a phenomenal single-owner collection of Lamborghinis, each of which are presented in outstanding restored condition. 1957 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Roadster 1932 Cadillac V-16 Convertible Coupe by Fisher RM Sotheby’s forthcoming time-based auction, Open Roads, February, a globally sourced time-based online sale is set to open for bidding at 11:00 a.m. EST on Friday, 19 February. The auction will close over multiple days featuring consignments based in the UK, Europe, and North America. Should you be interested in offering your car or collection please contact one of our global Car Specialists to discuss consignment opportunities prior to 10 February. Complete results from RM Sotheby’s Arizona auction and additional information on all upcoming RM Sotheby’s 2021 events are available at rmsothebys.com. Visit RMSothebys.com 1933 Packard Twelve Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich

By Edward Jones – January 28, 2021

17th Annual Cars on 5th Preview: More Than 650 Cars To Be...

Presented by Naples Chapter of the Ferrari Club of America - The Naples Chapter of the Ferrari Club of America presents Naples’ premier luxury car event — the Naples Automotive Experience — beginning with preliminary events starting on Thursday, February 4, 2021, and culminating with the 17th Annual Cars on 5th Concours on Saturday, February 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 5th Avenue South in downtown Naples. Cars on 5th is the largest one-day event in Naples. More than 650 cars, including more than 150 Ferraris and 450 other exotic, Porsche, Corvettes, vintage and muscle cars, will be exhibited along 5th Avenue South. Purchase Tickets Proceeds from Cars on 5th events support St. Matthew’s House in its work to provide programs and services for those struggling with homelessness, hunger, substance abuse and poverty in Southwest Florida. St. Matthew’s House has been a leader in providing food and services during the COVID-19 pandemic. VIP and general admission tickets are available for advance sale now. Advance tickets are $30 per person for general admission (age 12 and over), $35 at the gate. Advance VIP, all-access tickets are $80 per person, $100 at the gate. VIP tickets include admission to the main show, plus exclusive access to the VIP Scuderia area where the highest value Ferraris will be showcased. Complimentary drinks, wine tasting, and food by Delicious by Design Catering are included in the VIP ticket as well as private restrooms. All attendees must wear an official Cars on 5th face mask for entrance and during the events. Face masks are available with paid admission and for pre-order. Pre-ordering is recommended as sales will be limited this year and may not be available the day of the event. The Naples Auto Experience Jetport Reception will be held on Thursday, February 4, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Naples Airport at the Elite Jets Hangar and outdoor tarmac. The evening will feature exotic cars, private jets, a helicopter, a special boat, automotive artwork, a cigar lounge, fine wines, music and great food. Advance reservations are required. Admission is $200 per person. Purchase Tickets

By Andrew Nabors – January 21, 2021

Final 2021 Ram TRX Launch Edition Heading To Barrett-Jack...

Offering a Hellcat Hemi in a half-ton pickup is a recipe for success. For those that wanted one of the first examples, the final 2021 Ram TRX Launch Edition is heading to Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale. While normally we would already have our booth built by now, Craig Jackson and his team rescheduled the world's greatest collector car auction to the week of March 20th. Because the Launch Edition sold out in only 3 hours, Dodge has saved the last one for a great cause. This truck is actually VIN 001, seen in the promotional materials and videos. With 100% of the proceeds going to the United Way, the winning bidder will receive 702 horsepower, 35" tires, and the fully-loaded Level 2 Option Group. "The response to the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Launch Edition has been amazing,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “This truck is the pinnacle of performance, durability and capability, and has set a new benchmark for half-ton pickup trucks. We’re excited to see it cross the block at the Scottsdale Auction in March, giving one lucky bidder the chance to own VIN 001 and support a very worthy cause at the same time.” In order to comply with safety guidelines, the auction arena will be limited to bidders, consignors and their guests. That's why we will cover the event for you. Stay with us for all your Barrett-Jackson news. MUST READ: RAM TRX HORSEPOWER, PRICE & SPECS

By Andrew Nabors – January 12, 2021

2021 Caterham Academy Is Your Ticket To Race

No other motorsports training is this inclusive. If you need a new car along with training by England's best instructors, the 2021 Caterham Academy is your ticket to race. With a starting price of £29,995 ($40,800), you will receive extensive training, entry to seven races against other students, and a shiny new Caterham Seven street-legal race car. This modern interpretation of the classic Lotus for sale, it offers Bilstein suspension, a 5-speed manual, and 125 horsepower. Only a few openings are left for this year's class, so click the button to reserve your spot. Learn More In case you missed it, learning to drive a new Corvette for sale can now be done on Forza Horizon 4! " width="680"> Image (C) Caterham Cars Limited

By Andrew Nabors – January 05, 2021

Relive The 2020 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Tonight...

You can't deny that the outbreak put a hit on the world's biggest automotive events. In case you missed the festivities in March, you can relive the 2021 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance tonight on NBCSN. "Driving Amelia" is an hour-long documentary highlighting the events and automotive celebrities that make the week unlike any other. Tune in tonight at 10pm ET for a recap with host Roger Penske. Here is a look at what our guests are treated to: " width="680"> As a native of the island, this show is how I became addicted to the world's greatest car magazine, so I shall refrain from interjecting any personal bias. Instead, I invite you to stop by our display this year, so we'll see you there! Image (C) Deremer Studios

By Edward Jones – December 16, 2020

The Eleventh Annual SuperCar Week, Jan 2-10, 2021 - Palm ...

Presented by SuperCar Week - Palm Beach is celebrating the 11th Annual SuperCar Week, January 2-10, 2021 and each year, both Palm Beach County and the City of West Palm Beach proclaim the second week of January as SuperCar Week. Determined to make Palm Beach County the premier travel destination for auto enthusiasts around the world each January, Supercar Week is South Florida’s largest and most significant exotic, luxury and collector car showcase. The Supercar Week Sunday Grand Finale on the West Palm Beach Waterfront is a free public event that celebrates the 9 days of Supercar Week’s public and private VIP auto enthusiast events. All events are planned as media events and multiple production crews shoot each event with professional photography and video to broadcast television network specifications. SuperCar Week is a nine day series of auto related events held throughout Palm Beach County each January, that all lead up to the Grand Finale on the West Palm Beach Waterfront, the second Sunday of January, from 10:00 a to 5:00 p. Last year over 100,000 general public and 1000 VIPs attended SuperCar Week. “This year, even with the Supercar Week COVID ACTION PLAN in place, we are expecting approximately the same attendance. Especially, since everyone seems to want to come out of their homes these days to the beautiful outdoor West Palm Beach Waterfront and take a stroll with their family and enjoy our locally produced community event.” Said Neil London, Supercar Week President and Executive Producer. “Supercar Week is more of a grass roots community economic impact initiative, than it is an entrepreneural car show production. It involves the entire South Florida car community and is probably the only car show that invites other car shows into it for them to promote their shows throughout the year. And there are some great ones” London added. SuperCar Week includes: A spectacular VIP Sponsor’s Kick Off Event, this year held at Presenting Sponsor’s EAU Palm Beach Resort and Spa Palm Beach, the SuperCar HorsePower exhibition, opening day of the International Polo Club Palm Beach season in Wellington, Florida, the Supercar Week Race Experience at Palm Beach International Raceway in Jupiter, this year with road course sessions with HOD Hooked on Driving, dragstrip action with Clean Culture, car show, music and entertainment and other events held throughout Palm Beach County in Palm Beach Gardens, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach Island and West Palm Beach. Supercar Week Vice President Gina Palmer says “My favorite is always the track event at Palm Beach International Raceway. Introducing new people to motorsports is so rewarding. Seeing the smiling faces of our friends, associates and sponsors, after having had some time on the track with either their vehicle or one of ours, with professional drivers giving them thrill-rides, never ceases to amaze me. I like seeing that women have been taking more time on the track than ever before and celebrity women race car drivers like Jet Dragster Elaine Larsen and Larsen Motorsports LMSJets.com comes out to inspire women to the excitement of motorsports. Neil also curates a special art exhibition paying tribute to the top women in racing called Women in Wheels / Women in Motorsports, sort of our own Women’s Hall of Fame. Elaine Larsen is one of the most recent inductees it pays tribute to. Lyn St James, Milka Duno, Kim Morrell, Lisa Matthews, were among the first ten in 2012.” SUPERCAR WEEK RACE EXPERIENCE AT PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY WOMEN IN WHEELS/WOMEN IN MOTORSPORTS EXHIBITION On Sunday, January 10, 2021, the one mile length of the Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront District is laid out as an auto enthusiasts city-scape of vehicles including designated areas for local and regional dealers, brands and car clubs such as: Lamborghini, Ferrari, McLaren, Porsche, Bugatti, Pagani, Aston Martin, BMW, Mercedes Benz, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Jaguar, Lotus, Land Rover, a SuperCar Street for supercars, hypercars and exotics, Muscle Beach, Memory Lane for vintage and classics, Green Street for Electrics, Corvette Court, Viper Blvd., Mustang Manor, ArtCar Ave., the Race Village of race teams, race tracks and displays of race vehicles, the SuperJeep Village and some of the world’s most unique privately owned vehicle collections, representing over a hundred years of the world’s most significant automobiles. “This year, is our 11th Anniversary.” said Tim Byrd, co-founder and Vice President of Supercar Week. “It’s been extremely gratifying and rewarding to see that Florida’s entire state of car culture has recognized Supercar Week as a world class and significant car show, on a landscape of so many other great car shows in the United States. Cars and people come in from all over the country.” Palm Beach is no stranger to great car shows either. The Boca Concours d’Elegance, Cavallino Classic, Barrett Jackson, The Palm Event and the largest monthly Cars and Coffee event in the world according to the Guinness Book of Records, all reside here. But it’s the people and relationships that have built a solid foundation around Supercar Week that has enabled it to not just last, but to grow each year. “Our first year in 2011, we only had 150 cars and 15,000 people showed up. It was amazing, since there were only three weeks to produce the first waterfront event. This year we’ll have over 1500 vehicles and more than 50,000 people attending.” Said Thomas Clarke, Executive Vice President of Supercar Week. “A lot has to do with our group’s, passion, dedication to excellence and our internal marketing motor. Let’s just say, we’re a finely tuned machine.” Clarke said. London added: “This year’s newest features include the all new “Larry Goldman Marine Village,” a tribute to one of the world best and most beloved off-shore powerboat racers and builders, and the Concours Palm Beach display on the West Palm Beach Waterfront’s Great Lawn. Don’t forget your mask, but if you do, we’ll have some there for you and hand sanitizers too. Supercar Week developed an outdoor event COVID ACTION PLAN to ensure your good time and safety. (please see http://supercarweek.com/covidactionplan ) Join the Supercar Week team on the beautifully redesigned $30,000,000 Downtown, West Palm Beach, Flagler Drive Waterfront Sunday, January 10, 2021 for one of the most incredible car shows in the world. They come by car, train, yacht or plane. Flying into West Palm Beach or cruising in by yacht or driving in on I-95 or the Florida Turnpike is easy peasy. Mom and dad bring the kids and kids, bring your mom and dad. You’ll be glad you did. By land, air or sea… Vroooom ! It’s Supercar Time! GPS Address 101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Goto http://supercarweek.com for more details For Hotel Reservations see our hotel partners for special rates at http://supercarweek.com/hotels Contact: Neil London 954-296-5204 Email Neil@supercarweek.com Visit SuperCarWeek.com

By Andrew Nabors – December 10, 2020

Mecum Auctions Houston Puts 2020 In The Record Books

Despite the calamities caused by the virus, the market for classic and exotic cars is stronger than ever. We see this in reports from our clients and results from events, as Mecum Auctions' Houston puts 2020 in the record books. This three day event took place over the weekend, and it saw $14.7 million in overall sales. If you missed the live stream, here are the top ten: 1941 Ford Custom Pickup (Lot S81) at $206,250 1990 Land Rover Defender 110 Custom (Lot S108) at $176,000 2013 Ford E350 Sportsmobile (Lot S180) at $176,000 1934 Lincoln KA Convertible (Lot S143) at $137,500 1987 Porsche 930 Turbo (Lot S110.1) at $132,000 2004 Ferrari 360 Spider (Lot S132) at $126,500 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190SL (Lot F125.1) at $121,000 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (Lot S130.1) at $115,500 2010 Dodge Viper ACR Final Edition (Lot S72) at $110,000 1963 Lincoln Continental Convertible (Lot S124) at $106,700 As you can see from the top three, Texans love trucks. The new Corvette convertible was hours old when it hammered above sticker price, and an 87 Porsche 911 Turbo was a bargain at $132,000. You won't find another venue with such a diverse offering of cars and trucks for sale, and that is why we are part of every Mecum auction. In the coming weeks we will preview their 2021 lineup, so click the button below to learn more and stay with us for all you Mecum news. Browse Inventory At Mecum Auctions " width="680"> Image (C) Mecum Auctions

By Andrew Nabors – December 07, 2020

Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale Invites You To The 15th Annual...

If you have been looking for something fun to do this December, our friends at Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale invites to you the 15th annual South Florida Exotic Car Toy Rally! No matter where you are or what you drive, you should try to join us next weekend. Our friends at Experience Auto Group are converging on their flagship store for an unprecedented event. " width="680"> The Marine Corps has been collecting new toys for underprivileged children since 1947. In keeping with all COVID restrictions, the events will start at 10:00 am. After visiting the hottest spots in South Florida, cars will converge at the Goodyear Airship Base in Pompano Beach. This "open house" format will be an opportunity to drive through the massive hangar along with photo opportunities with the toys and the Marines. You will need to register beforehand, and plan to bring at least $100 in toys. This event is the largest of its kind, and it's all for a great cause. Click the button below to register and stay with us for complete coverage of the rally! View Details

By Andrew Nabors – December 01, 2020

Giving Tuesday: Help Fight Spina Bifida With The Amelia I...

For the past 3 decades, our friend Bill Warner has organized the Amelia Island Concours as a world-class charity that also happens to be an amazing car show. As one of the founding sponsors of the event, we just need a minute of your time. 2020 Amelia Island Concours Recap Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, Florida provides assistance for those who are beleaguered by the disease. In cooperation with Community Hospice & Palliative Care, the Amelia Island Concours Foundation has donated over $3.75 million to local charities since 1996. Despite Covid fears this year, we saw Craftsman tools donate $10,000 back in March. Next year's event is scheduled for the weekend of March 4th to 7th, so stop by our hospitality booth and say hello. Click the button below to learn more and stay with us for all your event news. Learn More MC Wayne Carini and Announcer Max Girardo Award $10,000 to McPherson College (March 2020)

By Andrew Nabors – December 01, 2020

duPont REGISTRY Cars & Coffee at Armature Works Recap: Al...

None of us can see how historians will judge this strange year. As a result of the Pandemic, families are facing tremendous hardships. This has resulted in a much larger number of requests to Toys for Tots for assistance this Christmas. With that in mind, we decided it was important for us to help in our community. We have been collecting for Toys for Tots to assist the Marine Corps every November for over 20 years so despite the Pandemic we set a goal to outdo ourselves by an order of magnitude. What transpired on Saturday morning November 21st was the culmination of months of planning with clients, the staff at Armature Works in downtown Tampa and Toys for Tots. . This event space is comprised of nearly two dozen indoor food vendors surrounded by acres of parking on the mouth of the Hillsborough River. Hillsborough County's Sheriff Chronister, arrived by boat, and his team brought a pursuit helicopter, the bomb disposal unit, K-9's and much more. By 6:00 AM the Marines had positioned toy boxes in a perimeter which by the show's end, were overflowing with thousands of toys. Careful planning staged the arrival of trailers, cars, and displays in successive intervals of 15 minutes. Once the paved lots were full, overflow spilled onto city streets and along the riverfront. When the sun awoke, our guests and our staff were in awe. With at least 400 cars positioned in designated spots and some 600 additional show cars in the surrounding lots, the Corps began a tally of the toys. Once the bicycles topped 500, it was clear they would need a bigger truck. New and old, exotics and muscle cars along with Trucks, Planes, Golf carts, and more, did not mind parking on the grass to help this noble cause. All we asked for admittance was a new toy or bike which leveled the playing field for owners of all cars. Pagani, Porsche, Pontiac, and Peugeot were parked 6 feet apart without a stigma of class or social differences. This was the first car show to involve seaplanes, boats, helicopters, SWAT trucks, Marines, and show cars from around the world. Todd Werner arrived with his collection of historical Hemi Mopars including the Sox & Martin Cuda and Richard Petty’s Talladega-Winning Superbird. The Pagani Huayra Roadster perplexed many fans as it looks identical to the prototype. While many Pagani purists were quick to mention that no two Huayra are alike, they were delighted to learn that this car is Chassis #01; the actual star of the show that was revealed in Switzerland. By 11 am the weather was closing in. Instead of the normal mass exodus, the crowds realized that we are all in this together. Tops went up and we moved inside as Florida’s 5-minute showers moved through. This amazing event was another one for our record books, so perhaps it is a preview of what we have in the works. None of this could be possible without our friends and clients, so here's to Dimmit Automotive Group, Ferrari of Tampa Bay, Ferman Automotive/Force Customs, Paddock1, Ferrari of Tampa Bay, Reeves Import Motorcars, Forza Tuning, The Motor Enclave, Auto Den, Oxford Cigar Co., European Exotic Center, Luxury Lease Partners, Lamborghini Sarasota, Hillsborough County Sherriff's Department, Icon Aircraft, Icon Electric Vehicles and the United States Marine Corps. We also want to send a thank you to PDQ, Glory Days and DEX Imaging for the donations. Tell us what you thought of the show in the comments below, and have a fun & safe Thanksgiving.

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