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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 – November 13, 2018

Top 10 Manual Transmissions Of 2018

Shifting your own gears was the only way to drive before 1939. GM's Hydramatic automatic transmission was launched by Cadillac and Oldsmobile, and the rest is history. Nowadays it is rare to see any car with three pedals and a shifter. Lamborghini and Ferrari haven't offered them in years, and it seems like everyone else might follow their lead. But if you enjoy a proper heel-toe blip as much as we do, here are our top sticks for Model Year 2018. 10. Jaguar F-Type Although a manual is not offered on the wild SVR series, you can have a six-speed with 380 horsepower V6 in the F-Type S. Fun, fast and 24 MPG, oh and the price will surprise you also! Jaguar F-Type For Sale 9. Cadillac ATS-V Coupe & Sedan Cadillac's smallest car packs a massive punch thanks to a twin-turbo 3.6L V6. It has 464 horsepower and 445 lb-ft of torque sent through the Camaro's six-speed. But the latest Tremec transmission is augmented by active rev-matching. The computer anticipates the rpm of the next gear, which makes the clutch action much quicker. Jaguar F-Type For Sale 8. Camaro ZL1 The fastest & most powerful Camaro ever built can be had with a 10 speed automatic or a six-speed manual. If you have 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, you don't really need six gears. The ZL1 can start in 2nd gear without a problem, and you can use 2nd,4th, and 6th without stressing the big 6.2 liter LT4. Find Your Camaro Here! 7. Porsche Boxster/Cayman GTS Porsche's mid-engine twins have 365 horsepower and perfect weight distribution. The 2.5 liter turbocharged four-cylinder offers 25 mpg and a perfect clutch pedal. The same chassis and powertrain, the Boxster is convertible and the Cayman is a hardtop coupe. Cayman GTS for Sale Boxster GTS for Sale 6. Audi A4 Sedan & A5 Coupe/Cabriolet Audi hasn't forgot about us. If you need the ultimate grip of quattro AWD, the A4 sedan and A5 two-door offer 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque along with a six-speed manual. Audi A5s for Sale 5. Dodge SRT Challenger Hellcat If you don't need the 797 horsepower of the Hellcat Redeye, the "base model" Challenger Hellcat offers 717 horsepower and 656 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed with this much power is a recipe for fun. Your Hellcat Is Waiting For You 4. Corvette ZR1 Corvette's first two years were automatic only, but it has offered some form of manual since 1955. The latest ZR1 is no exception. It ups the game by offering a 7-speed manual along with 755 horsepower/715 lb-ft of torque. It is mounted at the rear axles and it has separate cooling circuits for the gearbox and differential. Corvette ZR1 For Sale 3. Ford Mustang Ford has always offered a bulletproof manual transmission in the Mustang, and the upcoming GT500 is no exception. The Roush Stage 3 we had as a press car had a cueball shifter and perfect ratios. Browse Mustangs For Sale 2. BMW M Series If you like shifting, BMW offers six-speed symphonies in the M2, M3, M4 and even the M6 GranCoupe. The greatest feature of manual BMWs is that they hold their value better than automatic versions. See All BMWs for Sale 1. Porsche 911 GT3 Touring This subtle GT3 doesn't have any of the wild aerodynamics of the GT3 RS, but it does have a small Gurney flap on the rear deck lid. You would be hard-pressed to spot it at a distance because it is easily mistaken for a normal Carrera. But it has 500 horsepower, six gears, and a leather interior. It is the successor to the 911.R, which was built on the 991.1 Chassis. The 991.2 GT3 Touring Edition is the ultimate factory sleeper. It has 339 lb-ft of torque with a 9,000 rpm redline and does without AWD. It is not a limited production model, so don't fear the dealer markup. If you need 7 gears, the Carrera T is a retro-inspired lightweight cruiser. Find Your Porsche 911 Here Tell us which one you want in the comments below and stay with us for all your automotive news!

By Edward Jones – November 12, 2018

duPont REGISTRY December 2018 Issue Uncovered

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By Edward Jones – October 11, 2018

The Ferrari F430 - Owners Perspective

WHO IS DANIEL HURLBERT AND WHY DID HE BUY A FERRARI F430 Born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I’ve been a car guy ever since I could drive. My first car was a 71 Nova I bought for $2k. I’m actually a huge muscle car fan and have had a 71 Nova, 71 Cutlass, 70 Chevelle, 98 Mustang Cobra, 2004 Mustang Cobra, 2008 Mustang GT Currently, I’m working for my 3rd tech startup as their CTO (Chief Technology Officer) I’m basically a software nerd turned software programmer turned software manager and finally software executive. I started looking for a new fun car as I was not enjoying my 2nd Subaru STi that much. I began looking at the new GT350 and loved it, but found it hard to palette a $65k Mustang! So I started looking at other options and stumbled on Ferrari 360s. They still had belt maintenance and frankly were kinda slow and starting to look slightly dated. So I moved on to a new Corvette Z06 but didn’t like the depreciation risk. I then looked into the F430’s and fell in love with it. I got super lucky and found my car in less than a week and it was in San Antonio so very close. It had all the right options, right price and the dealer was easy to work with. I called them on Thursday, negotiated, then drove down there the next morning and bought it. EXOTIC CAR BUYING PROCESS I researched all the common problems, maintenance schedule, insurance, and the Ferrari F430 price & specs. Even then was still very nervous about buying such an expensive car, and buying a Ferrari! I assumed all the horror stories about “Italian engineering” were true and it was going to just fall apart. TEST DRIVING A FERRARI The test drive went well. I noticed a sound which turned out to be the wheel bearing. I suspected it was the case but didn’t really care. It was only my 2nd time driving a Ferrari. View All Ferrari F430s For Sale on duPont REGISTRY F430 Scuderia F430 Spider F430 Challenge LEARNING WITH THE HELP OF THE FERRARI COMMUNITY I joined the FCA, signed up on Ferrari Chat, and started looking for YouTube videos and any other resources. I was displeased with the current YouTube videos on F430’s especially with respect to Ferrari F430 maintenance. Plus many of the other YouTubers were frankly hard to connect with. Either they were SO rich that their lives were in another world, or they were not friendly. So I started my own channel out of frustration. Plus it was an excuse to go do things with the car. I find the traditional car shows to be boring. It’s not a show car so I have 0 expectations that it would ever do well at a show. However, Cars and Coffee or other informal car shows are very fun. Sell Your Ferrari: Get a Cash Offer People have been very nice, very few negative reactions. Lots of questions. Many are personal (how much do I make, how much did it cost) and many seem to be about money. However, lots are just about the myths of Ferrari’s.ex WHAT I LOOKED FOR IN MY FERRARI F430 Exhaust Support Components The stock exhaust mounts are known to cause the manifolds to fail. Supposedly swapping to certain aftermarket designs resolves this issue. Exhaust Manifolds The stock manifolds are prone to failure, even the MKII versions from Ferrari. The best solution is to replace them with aftermarket headers. The second solution is to change the exhaust mounts. If you don’t see aftermarket headers, it’s highly likely you will eventually need to replace the manifolds. Replacing manifolds: Weak Motor Mounts Normal wear items, prone to failure after some time. Mine may need to be replaced. Electronic Differential Not really a common problem, but if it fails, it’s very expensive. Carbon-ceramic brakes (CCM) A great option, super pricey to maintain or replace. Brake pads and rotors (any experience, resurfacing) Just look for normal wear on rotors, make sure pads have a decent amount of life. Look for hard breaking that may point to a car that was tracked hard. Wheel bearing (what was your experience replacing this?) Wheel bearings are somewhat prone to failure, especially if the car sees lots of track time. Mine had a bad bearing when I purchased it. You can identify if it’s bad by seeing if the rotor moves when the wheel is off, or you can hear if it’s really gone bad. It is a reasonably easy item to replace and not too expensive. Checking bearing: Replacing bearing: Other Issues Tail lights Very common - tail lights rattle apart and break the studs. Check all tail lights by lightly moving them up and down. If you can move it a lot, it may be broken. You can also hear if they are breaking sometimes. Not a big deal, but buy from 3rd parties - WAY cheaper than buying directly from Ferrari. Installation is super easy. Replacing tail light: Ball Joints Well known that they don’t last long. The chrome plating wears off and then they rust. There is a good aftermarket design that lasts MUCH longer Clutch life Mixed info on clutch life on the web, it’s hard to know what is real and what’s BS. Ranges from 10k to 50k. Supposedly has a lot to do with how you drive it - avoiding reverse, minimal stop and go traffic, etc… Sticky parts Almost all Ferrari’s get this after time. The coating on the buttons starts to melt and become sticky. You can remove it yourself but if you are a perfectionist, you need to get them sent out. FERRARI F430 MAINTENANCE AND UPGRADES Clutch Replacement I think my clutch should be good for another 20k miles so it’s a ways off. However, when it’s time, there is an aftermarket kevlar clutch that sounds like it’s much better and lasts a LOT longer and it’s cheaper. So it’s highly likely I’ll give that a go. Oil Change (brand, interval to change, interval to inspect) Video: Interval: 5k miles or yearly Pennzoil Euro Platinum 5w-40 - 10 quarts Filter - Ferrari filter Brake Fluid (brand, interval to change, interval to inspect) Castrol React SRF Racing fluid Inspect occasionally if not racing/tracking, prior to every track day otherwise If tracking a car, every 60 days is recommended, otherwise annually Part 1: My admission of error: Part 2: Transmission/Trans fluid Annual change or 10k miles Mobile 1 75w-90 Engine air filter Ferrari Filter Replace 5k or annual Cabin air filter I just replaced it when I bought it because it looked dirty. I would say replace as needed. Tires New Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Discount Tire $2,540.18 So far they have 7k miles and 2 track days. Probably will last through the summer. Tire size Front 245 - 30 ZR19 Back 305 - 30 ZR19 Tire pressure Front - 28-32 Back - 28-32 Fuel - Do you use premium? Is ethanol a factor? 93 octane - preferably a major brand I don’t really worry about the ethanol content but if it was very high, I would be concerned about it gumming up some of the fuel system. Interior Use Chemical Guys leather cleaner on most of the interior as it’s almost all leather Pros/Cons - what do you like/don't like? CON- Ashtray cover broke. CON- Fairly simple interior, not a lot to it PRO- Surprisingly comfortable, very nice materials PRO- Exotic car performance and sound New Kenwood stereo/ Bluetooth mic Stereo that was in the car broke after only a few months… Had to get a replacement. Just went to a local shop that has done work on exotics before. I probably should have done it myself but I just wanted it working again so Meg would be happy. $580 total Invisible Mask - Cost, process $167.90 2nd Installation: 1st installation F430 ENGINE TUNE Performed by Eurocharged ATX The tune leaned up the fuel curve a little bit. It was running very rich and we could safely lean it out more without any risk. Gained 27hp and makes 447whp now. Absolutely recommend it! Was only $1500 and it removed some hesitation that would occur occasionally, got more horsepower, and it shoots flames now. All pluses in my book.INSURANCE Removes any CEL caused by cat-delete Pre-tune: After tune: Sound comparison: Shooting flames: Exhaust headers (what and why were they replaced) Stock manifolds are prone to failure, so I wanted to replace them. As a side effect, aftermarket headers increase the horsepower and removes the pre-cats which also changed the sound dramatically! It’s now MUCH louder. Header wrap Not sure if it makes much of a difference, but it was reasonably easy to install (WEAR GLOVES!) and it was only $80 vs $1500 for a header blanket. TRACK DAY INSPECTION Show a screenshot of this: http://northeasttrackdays.com/ntd/tech_form.pdf Link to it and reference the site. “Here is a sample inspection sheet…” They were looking for any safety concerns My brake fluid was >60 days old and therefore needed to be changed (thus I changed the fluid) I had a small oil leak from the transmission but it was not enough to be a concern. Tires OK, brakes (pads, rotors) are fine. Dropping off the F430 to get inspected at Ferrari of Austin: COTA track day part 1: COTA track day part 2: F430 SERVICE RECORDS Error codes, check engine light. If so, what was done? Only 1 CEL since I owned it - it was because when I screwed on the gas-cap it pinched the little rubber strap that holds the cap to the car so it did not seal correctly. I ran a scanner, saw the code, and re-did the gas cap. Cleared CEL and it never came back. Of note - new Ferrari owners are freaked out because all ODBII Ferrari’s have the CEL show up for about 20 seconds after starting Has your F430 been to an official Ferrari dealership for service? Yes, but not since I’ve owned it I have receipts from the last owner if those would be of interest. Refer to my documentation spreadsheet Was the Ferrari Certified Warranty an option with your car? No Would you like one? Sure, if it was the right price. But honestly the car is fairly reliable so I’m not sure it’s a big concern. Maintenance is more of the cost issue. WASH AND DETAIL Products used. Sponges, special cleaning tools you like to use. Drying towels. Etc… Mothers car wash for full wet washes Microfiber mitt 1 bucket method sometimes - use grit guard 2 bucket method occasionally - 1 clean bucket, 2nd bucket with rinse water and grit guard Mothers wheel brush with Chemical Guys Diablo Gel wheel cleaner for wheels Chemical Guys waffle drying towel Mothers silicone drying blade Optimum no-rinse (or no-rinse with wax) for rinseless washes Great for when it’s not very dirty Can do it in the garage easily Use lots of microfiber towels - change to clean area of towel constantly Use second towels for drying Can use on all of the car including wheels if not too dirty Featured in multiple videos of mine, for example: When I first bought it I had it professionally detailed Polished and color corrected Single-pass as the paint was already thin in spots so better safe than sorry Car had a ceramic coat put on Detailer Identified that the rear of car has been re-sprayed, front has not Front paint is very thin from probably too much polishing in the past Cleaned up a lot of swirl marks Ceramicoat still beads up water wonderfully over 6 months in now EXOTIC CAR FINANCING ISO Options: My career: Lender USAA Applied for loan online, called to verify loan and negotiate rates… Got 2.99% What did you learn? Any advice? Cars over 10 years they aren’t super fans of long loans. Loans of that amount may not be easy to get unless you have excellent credit and a decent history with your bank. I was able to get mine set up easily. USAA is very easy to deal with. Best rates I saw elsewhere was around 5% Discussed in this video " title="YouTube video" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen> Loan process Down payment, payment options Car was $94k, traded in STi at $28k (owed $9,870) and put $5381 in cash down so loan was for exactly $75k INSURANCE Provider USAA Cost $870/6 months What's covered Normal car insurance just like any other car. However, I put higher limits for non-insured / under insured motorists as likely other people’s policies won’t cover the car fully. ($100k vs was only at $50k before) What's not covered HPDE is questionable / probably not covered Mileage restriction? 4k / year Anything else buyers need to know? Make sure you have enough uninsured and underinsured motorists coverage in case someone else is uninsured or only has a small cap. I called to verify they would value the car fairly if it was totaled. This ended up being a lengthy conversation but the conclusion is that they would check the values of other F430’s for sale on the market for comparables as there is no real blue book value on the car. This is great for me as I bought at the low end of the F430 market so likely they would value my car much higher. However, if you have a pristine car that is on the upper end of the scale, that could be a problem and you may need to have a predetermined value. USAA didn’t offer that. Featured in my early video TOP TIPS FOR NEW F430 BUYERS Don’t let higher miles scare you Make sure it was actually driven! Cars that sat around rot and have lots of problems Try not to worry, it’s impossible not to but try. Don’t be afraid to work on the car if you are mechanically inclined. It’s actually an easy car to work on Be ready for more expenses as you will likely have them right away. What are the top 5 things you like most about your Ferrari F430? I have a video on this coming out in a few days… The performance balance The look - classic flowing lines, not datjed The feeling when driving it Sharing the experience with car lovers Meeting new friends What are the top 5 things you dislike most about your Ferrari F430? Low ride height Getting in and out Stupid people The Ferrari Tax The worry (by far the biggest thing) Invisible Mask - Cost, process $167.90 2nd Installation: 1st installation View All Ferrari F430s For Sale on duPont REGISTRY F430 Scuderia F430 Spider Ferrari F430 Challenge

By Roberta Naas – October 03, 2018

duPont REGISTRY Luxury Watch Guide 2018

Watch Designs Race Forward at Lightning Speed By Roberta Naas:ust like the auto industry invests millions of dollars each year into research and development of new car designs and materials, so, too, does the watch world. In fact, in the past decade alone, more and more watch brands are partnering with automobile companies, aviation technology firms and even with scientific research labs in an effort to bring exciting and unusual watches to the forefront.Thanks to Nano-technology and incredible research into creating new alloys and materials, watch brands are able to create timepieces that not only are as stealth and precise as the most advanced F1 racecar, but also that are as futuristic and cutting-edge as the most elaborate concept car.While advances in technology (micro-technology, CNC machines that allow more precise cutting, laser etching and more) have helped to spur this new direction, the ideas for these watches are still the result of the human quest to be different, to be visionary. As such, the design of timepieces has come a long way both inside the watch, with skeletonized and stepped movement architecture, and outside, with 3D cases that look almost space age.This new breed of multi-dimensional watch designs represents the pioneering spirit of a centuries-old craft that continues to re-invent itself. In these newest, sometimes revolutionary, timepieces, innovative belts, pulleys, and capillaries live inside a mechanical movement, side-by-side with classic gears, wheels, springs and barrels. A blend of past and future, the most cutting-edge designs are all about transcending borders and developing works of art, mechanics and precision for the wrist.Interestingly enough, with these new designs, new materials also often emerge. Forged carbon, engineered ceramic, high-tech alloys borrowed from the aviation and automobile fields, or even developed expressly for certain brands are stealing the limelight in many of today’s fine watches. Additionally, watch brands are combining complications into their watches that are more relevant for today’s busy lifestyles. Such complications include calendars, chronographs, multi-time zone indications and more. Some are even developing new and unusual ways to display time, or to show off those added complications.As you read through the pages of this watch guide, you will find some of the most exciting timepieces available on the market. Some are three-dimensional in scope; others take their design inspiration from the automotive, or even the space industries. Some offer a modern rendition of a classic, while others are quite simply, dramatically different. Just like the auto industry, the watch industry offers a size, shape and engine for everyone. Enjoy. Roger Dubuis EXCALIBUR SPIDER PIRELLI SOTTOZERO DOUBLE FLYING TOURBILLONThis Roger Dubuis/Pirelli Sottozero watch has a big name, but that’s because it is a lot of watch. Inspired by its exclusive partnership with Pirelli, the sole supplier of premium tires to the world’s flagship motorsports competitions, Roger Dubuis unveils this Double Flying Tourbillon watch. While the movement and the famous Pirelli color codes are enticing all by themselves, the strap is also an eye-catcher. It is made using rubber inlays from certified Pirelli tires that competed in exhibition races on snow. It depicts the legendary tread motifs of the profile of a Pirelli CinturatoTM intermediate tire. Thanks to a sapphire caseback and crystal, the entire skeletonized RD105SQ hand-wound caliber with signature blue Astral Skeleton is visible. The double flying tourbillons at 5:00 and 7:00 are rimmed by speedometer-like seconds counters with automobile-inspired pointers. The multi-colored power-reserve indicator is a nod to racing-car cockpit fuel gauges.Approx. $328,000. EXCALIBUR SPIDER PIRELLI AUTOMATIC SKELETONIn addition to its partnership with Lamborghini Squadra Corse, Roger Dubuis has a special relationship with Pirelli and has created an entire series of watches dedicated to that alliance. This special edition Excalibur Spider Pirelli Automatic Skeleton watch is equipped with the skeletonized mechanical Caliber RD820SQ that is visible via the sapphire crystal and case back. The watch features a fluted titanium black DLC bezel with orange numerals, complemented by a color-coordinated crown over-molded with orange rubber. The Excalibur Spider Pirelli strap features rubber inlays from certified Pirelli winning tires that competed in (and won) real races. The strap is finished with orange stitching, and the back of the strap reproduces the profile of a Pirelli CinturatoTM intermediate tire.Approx. $73,500. Visit RogerDubuis.com Angelus U50 DIVER TOURBILLONThis incredible skeletonized Angelus U50 Diver Tourbillon watch is a true diver’s watch, water resistant to 300 meters. The brand’s first diver’s watch, this haute horlogerie watch was four years in the research and development stages. It is powered by the in-house-made, hand-wound skeletonized Angelus A-300 tourbillon with a one- minute flying tourbillon (that compensates for errors in timekeeping due to the effects of gravity on the wrist). The 45mm case is crafted of Grade 5 titanium. The crown at 4:00 is for winding and setting the watch; the crown at 2:00 is for rotating the unidirectional 60-minute flange. It is also equipped with a helium escape valve at 9:00.Approx. $32,995. U21 TOURBILLONPart of the brand’s Urban collection, the Angelus U21 Tourbillon is particularly avant-garde, thanks to its NPT carbon fiber main plate, that is a carryover from the carbon fiber on the case and offers an integrated look. The 42mm watch is devoid of a bezel and is crafted in 18-karat rose gold with a carbon fiber central case. Even the bridges, visible on the main plate are crafted in solid gold. Powered by the Angelus A-250 movement with one-minute flying tourbillon that is highly visible and open-worked to offer maximum viewing of the constantly turning escapement. The box-like domed sapphire-crystal also enhances the view of the open-worked movement. Just 18 pieces will be made.Approx. $52,200. Visit Angelus-Watches.com Arnold & Son GLOBETROTTERBoldly reinterpreting the world-time function, Arnold & Son releases the Globetrotter watch. With a highly domed sapphire crystal and a sculptural bridge that stretches across the entire diameter of the dial, this 45mm stainless steel watch is a true attention- grabber. Housing the A&S6022 self-winding movement, entirely developed and manufactured by Arnold & Son, the watch offers a rotating three-dimensional world time display. The beautifully finished dial depicts a view of the Northern Hemisphere as seen from directly above the North Pole. The brass plate has been chemically etched and sandblasted to achieve the textures of the continents and the oceans, which is also lacquered by hand. A 24-hour sapphire disk fixed to the same bridge that holds the hemisphere surrounds the world-time display that makes one complete rotation every 24 hours.Approx. $16,995. TOURBILLON CHRONOMETER NO.36Part of the Royal Collection, the 46mm Arnold & Son Tourbillon Chronometer No. 36 is crafted in gunmetal-colored gray and rose gold for dramatic appeal. The architecture of this complex skeletonized hand-wound movement, combined with the watchmaking feat of the one-minute flying tourbillon, make this a mechanical masterpiece. The movement offers double barrels for 90 hours of power reserve. The components are finished with haute horlogerie motifs. Topping it all off is the fact that the watch is a certified chronometer. It is finished with a sapphire caseback for viewing the in-house made movement. Just 28 pieces will be made.Approx. $40,500. Visit ArnoldAndSon.com Corum ADMIRAL AC-ONE 45 SQUELETTEOne of the key pillars associated with Swiss watch brand Corum is the beloved Admiral collection. Typically classic yet elegant with pennant flags on the dial, this is the series that embraces the sailing lifestyle. With this new Corum Admiral AC-One Squelette watch, though, the brand goes thoroughly bold and modern. The automatic watch — powered by the totally skeletonized CO 082 caliber, is a transparent vision of mechanics and sophistication. The 45mm Titanium case features a sapphire crystal and caseback for viewing the movement. The sapphire crystal bears the numerals in bold yellow (achieved via electrical discharge machining) and the seconds hand is in matching yellow. There is also a middle case accent in yellow that wraps around and covers the crown guard. The watch is finished with a bright yellow textured rubber strap. There is a date indication at 6:00. The watch is water resistant to 300 meters. Just 288 pieces will be made.Approx. $9,800. BUBBLE 47 CENTRAL TOURBILLONFondly referred to by insiders as the Bubble 47 Swoosh, this beloved Corum Bubble watch marks the first time the brand offers a central tourbillon. The 47mm grade 5 titanium case features a highly domed sapphire crystal that is the signature of this series. The peak of the crystal acts as a magnifier for the central tourbillon below. The automatic watch, with 65 hours of power reserve, has an inline movement construction so that the constantly moving tourbillon escapement is in the center. The bridge of the tourbillon features Corum’s key logo. There are no hands to indicate the time. Instead, the hours and minutes are read off of the flange via two triangular markers. It is water resistant to 100 meters.Approx. $76,500. Visit Corum-Watches.com Devon THE DEVON INTERSTELLARStill in pre-production development, Devon unveils its newest masterpiece: an epic desktop clock. The base of the clock uses electromagnetics to float the Devon clock -- a crystal clear globe with timekeeping device in the center -- without interfering with the power. In fact, the power to the clock within the pod is being delivered through the air in the pod. The clock, which uses Devon’s patented system of interwoven time belts to display the hours, minutes and seconds -- then harvests the power thanks to high-tech inductive technology. The levitating clock actually defies gravity. The globe can be launched from the base and rotate left or right or move up and down. The Desk Clock uses the Devon Tread 1 watch’s onboard microprocessor to control all of the functions. It gathers data from a temperature-compensated crystal and a proprietary optical recognition system, which continuously monitors and verifies the position of the time belts for steadfast accuracy. The Clock is accurate to within one half of a second per day; it will be built in a very limited edition.Price upon request. GROUP 63 CUSTOM TREAD 1Devon teams with Group 63, a premier AMG club, to create a totally exclusive Group 63 Custom Tread 1 watch. The new Group 63 watch features case parts that are made of black DLC coated 316L stainless steel and carbon fiber master links. The black movement uses red motor housings, indicator plate, hour and minute numerals and a red seconds indicator – all against pitch black. It is finished with a handmade custom black leather strap with red racing cross stitching. The Tread1 movement consists of an onboard microprocessor that controls the watch functions, as well as a proprietary optical recognition system, lubricant-free ruby bearings, and more. Power is provided by a lithium-polymer rechargeable cell which is repowered inductively and can run for up to two weeks on a single charge. Just 63 pieces will be made.$25,000. Visit DevonWorks.com Eberhard & Co. NUVOLARI LEGENDInspired by the champion driver of the 1920’s to 1940’s, Tazio Nuvolari, Eberhard & Co. dedicated an entire collection to him nearly 30 years ago that remains a coveted signature to this day. The brand is even the main sponsor of the Nuvolari Grand Prix. Easily one of the most beautiful auto-inspired pieces is the Nuvolari Legend. It is available in both a 39.5mm stainless steel case, and in the 43mm “Grande Taille” version shown here with intricate chronograph dial. The black dial is accented with luminescent vintage-style beige-hued Arabic numerals. The black baton shape hands are also coated with luminescence. The dial features a minutes counter at 12:00, hours counter at 6:00, and a spiral tachometer scale (in km/hour) in the center. The automatic watch is finished with a vintage-looking rough-hewn brown leather strap.Approx. $5,400. SCAFOGRAF BLACK SHEEP GMTThe beloved Scafograf watch by Eberhard has the distinction of winning the Sports Watch Prize in the 2016 Grand Prix de Haute Horlogerie. Now the brand extends the collection by adding the Scafograf Black Sheep GMT in a limited edition. Housing an automatic movement with date and triple time zone function, the new version – of which just 500 pieces will be made – is totally clad in black. The 43mm steel case has a black DLC treatment and the bi-directional rotating bezel has a ceramic inset and lumines- cent indices. Even the dial is black, with white hands and numbers and a bold orange GMT hand. The screwed caseback has a stylized hemisphere engraving with time zones. Water resistant to 100 meters, the watch is finished with an integrated black DLC treated steel bracelet. Black Sheep have never looked so good.Approx. $6,600. Visit Eberhard-co-Watches.ch Hublot BIG BANG UNICO RED MAGICHublot is known for its pioneering work in new materials. This year the brand does not disappoint. Thanks to four years of research and development, Hublot unveils a new, patented material called Red Ceramic. The bright red ceramic material represents the first time a watch brand has been able to produce a vibrantly colored ceramic (most are black or white) that is also specially developed to be harder and much more dense than regular ceramic. The 45mm Hublot Big Bang Unico Red Magic watch is the first to be made of the high-tech material. The brand’s in-house-made Unico HUB1242 mechanical movement powers the watch. It will be made in a limited edition of just 500 pieces.Approx. $26,200. BIG BANG FERRARI MAGIC GOLDNew this year, Hublot brings its famed non-scratchable Magic Gold together with a highly complex in-house Unico HUB1241 flying chronograph movement for a redesigned Big Bang Ferrari watch. In fact, six years ago when the brand launched its first Ferrari watch, it used its patented Magic Gold alloy, so the new watch is a fitting tribute to the on-going collaboration. While standard gold has a scratch resistance of 400 Vickers, Magic Gold – produced internally at Hublot – fuses boron carbide with 24-karat gold to achieve the hardest gold in the world, resistant to almost 1000 Vickers. The 45mm Big Bang Ferrari Magic Gold watch features a tachymeter style minute counter, date aperture in gear selector mode, second chronograph counter emulating an air extractor, and displays the famed prancing horse.Approx. $36,700. Visit Hublot.com HYT H2OThis H2O watch is crafted in stainless steel with a black DLC coating and features a box-domed sapphire crystal with anti-glare treatment for better viewing of the electric green fluidic hours and phase shift minutes. This watch offers a thermal indicator and a crown-position indicator (hours, neutral, rewind). The manual-wind movement is equipped with HYT’s exclusive patented micro-fluidic module, a glass capillary with multi-layer bellows and two immiscible liquids so that the green emerges on demand to indicate the hour. A jumping minute hand is also added. There are two versions of this watch being made, each in editions of 25 numbered pieces.Approx. $95,000. H0 X EAU ROUGEIn a bold move, HYT unveils its newest fluid watch with bold red fluidic hours indication. Aptly named H0 X Eau Rouge, the watch indicates time via a patented micro-fluidic module (essentially a patented capillary) with red and clear liquids that indicate the hour. The watch is created using a large box-like sapphire crystal to give the wearer a better look at the intriguing time-indication function. The 48.8mm case is crafted using stainless steel and DLC anthracite stainless steel for a contrast in shades. The watch offers 65 hours of power reserve and is water resistant to 30 meters.Approx. $39,000. Visit HYTWatches.com Orbita GERSTNER WATCHWINDERIn an intriguing move perfect for watch lovers, Orbita Corporation unveils The Gerstner watch winder. For generations, the family owned and operated H. Gerstner & Sons has been building extraordinary wood tool chests. Now, Orbita, a family run company building only the finest watchwinders in the world has created a watchwinder expressly for Gerstner. The extraordinary chests can be purchased equipped with an Orbita double or triple winder that features a storage drawer for additional watches. Also made in the USA, the winders and the chests offer incomparable excellence.Approx. $1,495 to $2,195. MILANO 6For those who prefer to have their watches winding in a more modern mode, the elegant Milano 6 watch winder, with six spaces for Orbita’s acclaimed Rotorwind winders, is the perfect piece. Made of 10mm thick smoked and tempered glass (and 6mm thick tempered glass doors), the case sits on four feet. While the outer case is black, the buyer can select the faceplate. In this case, it is white for striking contrast. The case is finished with brushed nickel hinges and lock. Orbita’s unique winders gently swing watches according to pre-set times and lengths of time to mime the natural movement of the wrist.Approx. $4,995. Visit Orbita.com Perrelet TURBINE PILOTA beloved rendition of Perrelet’s Turbine collection, the Pilot offers a true aviation aesthetic. Now interpreted in shades of black and midnight blue, the watch masterfully celebrates the brand’s Double Rotor technology. This watch is also equipped with a circular slide-rule on the bidirectional inner rotating ring, adjustable via the crown at 3:00. The turbine here is made of 12 black anodized aluminium blades that rotate at the slightest move of the wrist thanks to hidden tungsten counterweights beneath them. The numerals, indexes and hands are luminescent blue that contrasts with the black lower dial. It is equipped with the P-331 automatic movement with 42 hours of power reserve.Approx. $5,980. PERRELET TURBINE MONTE CARLOIn true Perrelet style, this limited edition 48mm Turbine Monte Carlo features the brand’s proprietary Double Rotor technology. As the wrist turns, the turbine rotates, revealing a redand black lower dial inspired by casinos and reminiscent of a roulette wheel, rimmed in gold. On that dial are good luck symbols, including a horseshoe, a dollar sign, a four-leaf clover and the number 777 that not only reflects the jackpot on a slot machine, but also stands for the year Perrelet was founded: 1777. Arabic numerals on the outer flange depict the 10-minute increments. This watch also features a sandblasted glass arc that bears the word “automatic.” The watch is powered by the P-331 mechanical self-winding manufacture caliber. Limited edition of 100 pieces.Approx. $5,480. Visit Perrelet.com Reservoir LONGBRIDGE CLUBIn the early 20th century, certain famed British auto brands settled in Longbridge, England, and subsequent car designs emerged that would forever pay homage to the town. Paying tribute to Longbridge, RESERVOIR offers a complete collection of bi-tonal colored urban chic watches. This Longbridge Club watch offers great vintage appeal with its highly masculine black dial with taupe accents and rich brown leather strap. Crafted in stainless steel, the dial is designed as a reminder of the original car gauges. Here, the hour is indicated via the jumping hours at 6:00, while the minutes are indicated via a retrograde hand using hand and font-style for the minutes that clearly harken back to the dashboard indications. A power reserve at the bottom recalls the fuel gauge, and a Sapphire and Tourmaline cabochon recalls the diodes of the meters.Approx. $3,900. GT TOUR CARBONTaking its inspiration from the codes of the Classic car race, the RESERVOIR GT Tour Carbon is a stealth embracement of the automotive field. Crafted with a carbon steel case and a sandblast dial inspired by the coatings of the legendary automobile race tracks, this watch is designed to reflect the R.P.M. meter – supercharged. In order to really reflect the vintage gauges, the watch offers an incredibly different way to tell time: a jumping hour indicator that recalls mileage meters, a retrograde minute hand that recalls the R.P.M. counters and, beneath the jump hour at 6:00 is a power reserve indicator that resembles the readouts for fuel gauges. The automatic watch is finished with a perforated black leather strap inspired by steering wheel leathers. Just 200 pieces will be made.Approx. $5,900. Visit Reservoir-Watch.com Buy This Issue Now

By Edward Jones – September 26, 2018

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By Edward Jones – September 11, 2018

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David Lee's passion for car collecting all started with his pure love for the automobile. His stunning collection of cars has become famous both online and within the automotive world. More importantly, his collection of new and classic Ferraris is one that would make any automotive enthusiast green with envy. What started as a love for the Italian automaker has grown into a pursuit of owning the most significant Ferrari collection. What inspired you to seek out this Dino and tell us about the process? The Ferrari Dino was a departure from what I was doing. I was into buying top quality cars, either Concours or driver type classic cars, Blue chip, Supercars and so forth. I would then restore them to even better quality, keeping them all original and Classiche Certified. The Dino came during an interesting time. I made a call to Magnus Walker about doing a video of a Porsche collector and Ferrari collector racing up a mountain. He said, “That’d be great.” I then asked him what kind of car he would use. “I would use my outlaw 911” He then asked if I had anything from the 70’s to match his car. So I said I’d get back to him. I discussed it with my pal Andy Cohen from Beverly Hills Motoring who helped me build my collection and had a vintage Ferrari background, as well as a passion for upgrading cars, and we decided it was time for a modern restoration and interpretation of the Dino, which many people believe to be one of the most beautiful Italian cars ever built, which no one had ever done in the way we wanted as far as we knew. So we did some research and found a shop in the UK that did build a 355 powered Dino 11 years ago and decided to find the shop and talk to him about taking what he did and building an even more modern version that would ride and handle like a modern Ferrari and would have much more power, as the original Dino had a pretty low horsepower V6 engine, the first Ferrari with a V6. He used 360 wheels and other components we did not love, but the basic idea was great but needed a lot more. It looked kind of off, but he had built it over 10 years ago. He did not want to sell his, but he did offer to build a new one. He also said that since his Dino was built over eleven years ago and he’s learned a lot since then and can make it a lot better. Going in, we didn’t know how long it was going to take or cost, but that’s because it was a whole new process to discover. It was the beginning of an adventure to see what we could accomplish. We upgraded almost everything mechanically from his first build, and it ended up being a 3000 hour ground up restoration that transformed it into a fast modern driving car that still has its vintage look. It is called Monza 3.6 Evo and it's a modern interpretation of an iconic sports car. Is the Monza 3.6 Evo Dino a sign of change for your collection? The Dino shows a different facet of my collection, but I still love to collect the blue-chip cars. I love the classics, Concours-ready cars, supercars, limited editions, and all that good stuff. I’m going to keep collecting those. I would just say that this is a new phase that I’ve incorporated into how I build my collection. I wanted to do something that would make a statement and answer a question that’s been asked for decades: Could the Dino be better. The Dino is so beautiful it’s worth making it just incredible, but only by doing it in a very careful way, and I think we’ve done that. What is your favorite feature of this car, and of the Dino series? What I love about this Dino is that exterior-wise it’s pretty much the same. Its exterior has been restored just like any other Dino, and the interior has been redone very nicely. The difference is the wheels that we had recalibrated by the factory from 13-inches to 17-inches to be a more low-profile. Also, the covered headlights. With today’s technology, we were able to make the covered headlights without clips and have an invisible set. In the back, just like watches, you can see in and view the new heart of this Dino. The Dino is a great car on the street, so do you consider this a driver or is it for show? What’s so great about the engineers that worked on this car is that they were able to turn it into a great driver’s car. We took an F40 block, bored it out, put in an aluminum crankshaft, fuel injection, all that. The output of the V8 is now rated at 400 horsepower. That car is 2,400 lbs, so the power-to-weight ratio is incredible. We put in modern brakes, a new drive trans, gearbox, clutch, steering, suspension, exhaust… Many of the mechanical parts have been upgraded with modern Ferrari components. So, it looks like a classic Ferrari, but all of the new mechanical components make it incredibly drivable. It’s not just about adding in one new piece, because everything has to work together and this car runs like a symphony. "It is called Monza 3.6 Evo and it's a modern interpretation of an iconic sports car." I love driving all of my cars. To me, there’s no car that’s “too good to drive.” But this car is in Concours condition making it more than just a car I love to drive. I’m still going to take it to the Concours, but I’m still going to drive it all the time. It starts right up, goes fast when you need it to and handles just like any other modern Ferrari. What reaction do you get from Ferrari purists regarding the engine swap? What I’ve noticed with collecting cars, is that you’re never going to make everybody happy. You’re going to have people from all sides with different opinions. I certainly understand the Ferrari purists’ side, because I own a lot of cars that are within that philosophy. But this car can easily be returned back to stock, and all of the original components are delivered with the car. That should allay the fears of the purists! But as a lot of people my age and the younger generations begin to get into classic cars, they don’t want to deal with the unreliability of the classic car. Now they’re used to performance, because of hypercars. There’s a new understanding in the market, where people appreciate the classic-looking car that has better performance. I think that in 2018 there’s more acceptance if this than ever before. Are there any other mechanical changes that have been made or are you planning on any future changes to this Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Since I’ve shared the car on social media, everyone’s been talking about it, and everyone wants to write about. In fact, it’s going to be on Jay Leno’s Garage in May. It’s an interesting topic, and it’s something that hasn’t really been done. A lot of people have started asking me about wanting to do the same thing regarding this modern interpretation of a Dino. So in order to protect the car and do it the right way, I signed an exclusive agreement with the company that made it. We plan on making five of these cars a year, keeping the production low, making them all unique and making each of them very special in all the right ways. People will be proud to own them. And when they decide to sell them, the value will have increased. The price has not been determined yet. "The Dino is so beautiful it’s worth making it just incredible, but only by doing it in a very careful way, and I think we’ve done that." Now that you own one and have possibly raised the value of every other Dino, do you have any advice for our readers who are looking for one? The most important factor in buying any Dino is to find a rust-free example, as they were not made when new with must rustproofing. But, I do think it will create a new market for this. Other people may try to replicate ours, but it’s not going to be as good as the one I’ve created. This one serves as the blueprint for future examples that will be made. I know what I’ve put into this: time, energy, money and more. It’s not something people can just figure out right away. Because I was so committed to this, the project was able to be completed in the right way. There may be copycats, but they won’t have the quality and integrity of this build. Do you think Ferrari needs to revive the Dino model? Ferrari is the top sports car brand in the world’s I am sure they will eventually consider making a new Dino. Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Exterior Gallery by Ted7 Monza 3.6 Evo Dino Interior Gallery by Ted7

By Andrew Nabors – July 18, 2018

2019 duPont REGISTRY Exotic Car Buyer's Guide

duPont REGISTRY Exotic Car Buyers Guide is the go-to source for the best reviews on upcoming exotic and luxury vehicles. Every year, new cars are released and countless amounts of people are left wondering which one they should add to their collection. Here to help is the 2019 edition of duPont REGISTRY's Exotic Car Buyers Guide. Featured in this year's publication are more than 100 reviews of the hottest exotic and luxury automobiles to hit showroom floors this year and next.Pre-order Yours Now

By Edward Jones – July 17, 2018

Wheels x Wardrobe: Silver, Red and Black for the Track

The new 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS looks natural when graced with racing stripes. Its sporty design and pension for speed go perfectly with a pair of stripes that run along the top of the car. If you own one with such a setup, it would be fitting to have an outfit that exemplifies the car's appearance. For that, we have put together an ensemble that would go perfectly with the German supercar. Check it all out below and click the buttons to learn more about each piece within the outfit. 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Shop Now Eberhard Chrono 4 Geant Shop Now Gucci Endura Aviators Shop Now Gucci Bomber Jacket Shop Now Givenchy Mad Love Tour T-Shirt Shop Now Amiri Striped Denim Jeans Shop Now Yeezy 500 Utility Black Shop Now Gucci Kingsnake Cardholder Shop Now

By Andrew Nabors – July 03, 2018

Top 10 American Rides For Independence Day

President John Adams was one of the founding fathers, and he described how the 4th of July should be celebrated. In a letter to his wife: "It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shows, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more." We can only assume he would add cars to the list. So we took a quick office poll around the water cooler this morning, and here is what we came up with.10. Hummer H1 The truck that won the Gulf War, these beasts are powered by a 6.5L Detroit Diesel turbocharged V8. A bulletproof Chevrolet TH400 transmission sends power to 4-wheel independent suspension. Air pressure in each tire is independently controlled so you can take this thing can handle any terrain.Hummer H1 For Sale9. Ford Mustang The perfect car for undercover cops is the 2019 Mustang Bullitt. If you are chasing crooks through San Francisco, any Mustang will do. My choice would be Boss 302 Laguna Seca, and we have many to choose from in the link below.Ford Mustangs For Sale8. Jeep Wrangler Once the beachhead was established at Normandy, the Jeeps came ashore and started heading for Berlin. America's enthusiasm for the Jeep has been unfaltering since 1941.Jeep Wranglers For Sale7. Dodge/SRT Viper 2016 Dodge Viper ACR with Extreme Aero PackageWhen Lee Iaccoca asked Carroll Shelby to build a modern American supercar, the Viper hit the streets in 1992. It had no windows, roof, or automatic transmission. Fiat-Chrysler has different priorities, so they discontinued the mean snake last year. We still have plenty to choose from, and they are only going to appreciate in value.Vipers For Sale6. Ford GT Ford wanted to win LeMans in 1967, and they did. Ford also wanted to win in 2017, and the Ford GT brought home the trophy.Ford GT For Sale5. Chevrolet Corvette Just when we thought the Z06 would reign supreme for a few years, Chevrolet dropped the Corvette ZR1 on us. This 755 hp beast can be had as a targa top coupe or convertible. With an 8-speed automatic or a 7-speed manual. It has 13 radiators, 715 lb-ft of torque, and a top speed of 212 mph.Corvettes For Sale4. SRT Hellcat or Demon Dodge only built 300 Demons, and they are already collectible. The 840 horsepower Challenger was the first production car to be tuned for race fuel. Since it is capable of consistent 9 second times in the quarter-mile, it is the first production car to be banned by the NHRA. If you missed out, the 2019 Challenger and Charger Hellcats have some nice upgrades you might enjoy.Dodge Demon For Sale3. Ford Raptor Powered by the same twin-turbo V6 as the Ford GT, this F-150 is simply amazing. The remote reservoir Fox suspension and locking differentials allow you to leave the pavement and enjoy all our nation has to offer.Ford Raptors For Sale2. Chevrolet Camaro What you are looking at is the 15th fastest car to ever lap the Nurburgring. At 7.16.04, every car faster than it costs several times as much as the Camaro ZL1 1LE.Camaros For Sale1. Cadillac CTS-V I always thought Cadillacs were built for senior citizens, but four years ago I found one at a great deal in the world's best car magazine. Someone at the Lansing Grand River plant stuffed a Corvette Z06 engine into the CTS and the suspension was dialed in at the 'Ring. It has the same 650 horsepower engine from the Corvette Z06 and Camaro ZL1, along with comfy magnetic suspension and acres of leg room. If you don't need all that power, the CTS Vsport offers the twin-turbo V6 from the ATS-V, it has 420 hp and 24 mpg.Cadillac CTS-V For SaleCars and alcohol and fireworks: Pick one, because none of them should be combined. Remember that firework ashes will ruin your paint, so keep your rides upwind of the festivities. Have a great 4th from all of us at duPont REGISTRY.

By Andrew Nabors – June 29, 2018

Designer Spotlight: Marcello Gandini

In this new series, we will be profiling automotive designers who have changed the world. To get started on the right foot, we decided to start at the top. Marcello Gandini was born in Turin on August 26th of 1938. The son of an Orchestra Conductor, his life's work would inspire generations of designers.After seeing the creations of Nuccio Bertone, he asked to join their firm in 1963. This was met with opposition from Bertone's chief stylist Giorgetto Giugiaro, who left the company two years later. Bertone hired Gandini, and the rest is history. He has always said he favored mechanical and practical designs, and some of his creations could be considered as such. 1997 Lamborghini DiabloIf you want a graceful sedan, he is the man behind the first BMW 5 Series (1972 to '81), Maserati Quattroporte, and the Citroen BX hatchback. If you want an Italian body with American power, he designed the final DeTomaso Pantera, along with the Corvette-powered Iso Grifo 90 and 96 concept cars. The Iso Lele was a 2+2 coupe built between 1969 and 1974 and it was powered by a 350 hp Corvette 327 V8.After the Iso era, Enzo Ferrari asked for a model that would bridge the gap between the Dino and Ferrari brands. The result was the Dino 308 GT4, which would evolve into the Ferrari 308 GT4. It was their first mid-mounted V8, and the first Ferrari to not be styled by Pininfarina. 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4The World Rally Championship saw many examples of his Lancia Stratos, and he also penned its competitor in the Renault 5. His attention to detail impressed the owner of an Italian tractor company, so Ferrucio Lamborghini allowed him to design the Miura, Bravo, Countach, Espada, Jarama, Uracco, Marzal, and his crowning achievement has to be the Diablo. Retirement left him restless, so he was asked by Bugatti to design the EB110 in 1991. Bugatti EB110His creations were in production from 1966 to 2001, and the automotive world owes him for a lifetime of work. Who knows, maybe he has something new on the drawing board, 80 is the new 60 we've been told. Tell us which of his creations you would own in the comments below and stay with us for the next Designer Spotlight.

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