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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 – December 09, 2015

JetSmarter: Revolutionizing Private Jet Travel

Nowadays, you can open an app, go through a view prompts and a car will be at your location to take you to your destination. These on-demand apps are becoming more and more popular, and they are making their way into air travel. One company that is changing the way you look at on-demand air travel via private jet is JetSmarter."We're trying to bring aviation back to its roots," says Sergey Petrossov, Found, Chairman and CEO of JetSmarter.What separates JetSmarter's app from others is that they don't have their own fleet of jets. Instead, they work with over 800 carriers that provide app users with around 3,200 aircrafts located around the world. This provides users with a massive pool of jets and flights to choose from. With the app, you'll be able to see real-time availability and location of a jet, allowing you to choose the best-suited flight and book instantly with the push of a button."Best compliment I've ever gotten is that my application is better than sliced bread," says Petrossov.Annual membership for JetSmarter costs $9,000, not including the $3,000 initiation fee. Being a member will get you a variety of perks that will have you flying through the skies with ease.Along with their on-demand charter features, the JetSmarter app also has three other convenient options.With JetShare, users will be able fly privately at the fraction of the price. Like the name suggests, you'll be sharing the jet with other like-minded individuals. Through this option, you'll be skipping airport lines and security checkpoints without breaking the bank.JetDeals offers exclusive one-way and shuttle flights on private jets at discounted rates. When booking a JetDeal flight, you're booking a seat on already scheduled private flights. These are offered to non-members at a discounted rate, but are free to members. These flights are part of JetSmarter's exclusive empty legs.There's no doubt that by using JetSmarter you'll rethink how you travel for business trips and vacations. It's an intuitive app that is backed by a passionate team.To learn more, visit JetSmarter.com. To download the app from Google Play or App Store, click the buttons below.Google Play Download App Store Download Gallery Sponsored by: duPont REGISTRY

By Caitlin Duffy – December 03, 2015

Zach Eberly: Industrial Inspired Art

The rustbelt. A gritty industrial landscape who's heart, Cleveland, artist Zach Eberly calls home. Growing up working in industrial fabrication he has spent most of his life with the manufacturers that built the backbone of the country's infrastructure. The steel mills, auto plants, assembly lines, all fuel his creativity and hold deep meanings within his work.With his art, he’s preserving the gritty rough and tumble past that today’s America came from. Title: Closing In Size 50 x 102 inches“The industrial world that created us barely exists anymore,” Eberly said. “Woodshop, auto shop, those gritty classes I took in high school are gone.”The world is slowly changing, but his current works, large, minimalistic and bold, strive to hold on to the art of industry. The mixed media depictions of his beloved Cleveland have the exact texture to visually "feel" the rust belt's epicenter. Similar to the collector of beautiful classic cars, who holds in high esteem the craftsmanship of the auto industry’s early years, Eberly transcribes an industrial world with paint, ink, sometimes even earth, and canvas.Many manufacturers are currently launching entire departments and divisions dedicated to preserving their classic models; Jaguar recently launched a full line of E-type body parts from their Heritage department, and Ferrari’s Classiche Department is the centerpiece of any visit to their Maranello headquarters. Title: CLE, Size: 96 x 144 inchesAnd as Eberly describes, it’s because the beauty of those cars is timeless. “They are coveted things, and people don’t ever want them to go away.”With one of his industry-inspired pieces, a part of that mechanical heritage can be a part of your home or office at all times. The artist does commissioned work and makes stretchers of wood or steel to fit any size space. He offers pieces that can cover an entire factory wall or small enough to fit an 8 x 10 picture frame. A piece’s focus can be an inspiration from your own life, mixed media work can incorporate interesting personal tones such as oil from a car, though it will always hold the strength of a mechanical tone.To learn more about Eberly’s creations, visit www.zacheberly.com or contact his broker Rob Scharfeld direct at RobS.artbroker@gmail.com . Also, if you happen to be in the Manhattan area spring 2016, keep an eye out for a pop-up art gallery featuring a new body of Zach's work. We hear the series is based on old auto manufacturers and will be shown along side some serious horse power.Gallery duPont REGISTRY Exotic Cars

By Edward Jones – October 27, 2015

ModernLook.com: Automotive Essential Sales

Every automotive enthusiast needs a few essential items for their everyday lives. Those who frequently get behind the wheel for road trips find that proper luggage is a necessity. Have a desk at work that's looking a bit bare? A die-cast model of your favorite car could change that.Offering these and many more automotive essential items is ModernLook.com, a platform to discover new luxury goods and services that many people wouldn't otherwise have access to.How do they create these sales? ModernLook scours the world for uncommon goods and gear, and bring them to you, for sale, at member's only pricing. Along with their daily sales, they also offer The Collected Series. These sales are always available and will introduce you to new brands, unique designs and inspired interpretations.Below are just some of the automotive-centric sales currently offered on ModernLook.com. Check them out and be sure to sign up to see more sales like these.AutoArt Die-Cast Models AutoArt is so committed to creating the highest quality die-cast models that they have their very own factory dedicated to manufacturing AutoArt products. From the paint, to the detail of the brakes, these models are impeccable. Buy NowFerrari Watches Whether you drive a Ferrari or are a just fan of the Italian sports car manufacturer, you can never have too much Ferrari merchandise. This watch was designed in Italy and crafted from superior materials. What's more, this watch is exclusive to ModernLook and is offered at 60 percent off.Buy NowArthur Schening Graphic Illustrations There's no denying that the race cars of the '50s, '60s and '70s are some of the finest automobiles to roll across the earth. Arthur Schening captures the essence of these cars with his beautiful original graphic illustrations, featuring such cars as the Ford GT40 MK1 and Ferrari 330 P3.Buy NowFerrari Fanwear Need something to hold all of the exclusive items you've purchased from ModernLook.com? If so, their Ferrari Fanwear sale, featuring 18 unique travel bags officially licensed by Ferrari, will do the trick. They come with a 90 percent Nylon and 10 percent Polyester construction, and the official Ferrari Anti-Counterfeit Hologram tag. Buy Now Velo Sock Sometimes it's great to just get on your bike and ride, whether down a trail or road. But, what do you do with your bike when it's not in use? Sure, you could just park it in the garage or living room, but dirty tires can track mud on an otherwise clean floor or carpet. Preventing these domestic catastrophes are Velo Socks. They easily wrap around the wheels of a bicycle, keeping your home clean of sand, mud and other debris while transforming the bike into a more visually appealing subject. Buy Now Sponsored by:

By Edward Jones – October 09, 2015

MPH Club: One of South Florida's Most Diverse Exotic Car ...

http://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/results/ferrariThere’s a certain ambiance in the room. The faint hum of a jet propulsion engine can be heard in the background as a young team sits at an oak desk discussing the monthly marketing strategy. At Fontainebleau Aviation, a private hangar known only to the stars, resides the Opa-Locka airport and the office of Luxury Car Rental concierge company, mph club®. mph club® began as a small exotic car rental company and has grown into a luxury behemoth, offering dozens of diverse vehicles for rent in South Florida including models from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce and more under one roof. mph club® utilized the talent of parent company MCO Network to leverage social media influence to build a brand. “If clients can’t connect with what you do, or what you’re looking to accomplish, you’ve already lost your most important asset.” - Liram Sustiel, Co-Founder of mph club® mph club® boasts one of the most diverse exotic and luxury fleets in the world, including two Lamborghini Aventadors, a Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead and dozens more. Their location, an office in the peak of modern luxury, is a catalyst for excitement. It is the auto aficionado's dream. mph club® promotes their vehicles via marketing strategies that incorporate the community to showcase vehicles. Vehicles include: BMW i8 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Lamborghini Huracan Ferrari 458 Spider Complete Fleet Can Be Found HERE “We understand the importance of our clientele. We love to explain the features of each vehicle and showcase their power through video and image content. We know that by connecting with them, we can leverage their passion for exotic vehicles to create a living, breathing company” -Stac Yagu, Co-Founder of mph club®mph club® is the most popular Exotic Car Rental Company on Instagram with more than 199,000 active followers. Each image is meticulously refined around the brand to create a level of continuity. “Instagram instantly gives our fans a glimpse into our inventory in an exciting way. We want to keep them entertained and anticipating our next move,” says Mr. Yagu. mph club® has a grand total of more than 300,000 engaged fans across six social media platforms and consistent blog content to boot.To browse their complete exotic car rental fleet, visit Exotic Car Rentals in Miami for details.Gallery

By Andrew Nabors – September 15, 2015

Customizable Shooting Ranges from Shooting Range Industries

Honolulu is a beautiful, but landlocked city. With space at a premium, an outdoor gun range is almost unthinkable. That’s why the AirForce’s 154th wing, which comprises the Hawaii Air National Guard, needed a compact solution for small arms training.Thinking outside the box, our friends at Shooting Range Industries took their popular and portable self-contained individual shooting ranges and combined them into the Modular Containerized Small Arms Training Sets (MCSATS), as Ho'okele News reported reported Aug. 14.Learn MoreThe MCSATS are prefabricated, freestanding buildings with central heat and air, along with the most advanced sound insulation available. Each of the 12 lanes within features programmable lighting, and can simulate daylight or nighttime scenarios. Since the facility is on-site, it allows for training day or night, without the hassle of scheduling transportation, and probably saving the taxpayers a few dollars.The MCSATS are completely customizable, from the number of lanes to interior amenities. Other satisfied customers include the Air National Guard of Nevada and New York, and consequently, more orders have been placed. If you have thought about owning or opening a range, ShootingRange Industries has the solution. Learn more at their website, www.ShootingRangeIndustries.com.Gallery Sponsored by:

By Caitlin Duffy – September 10, 2015

GRAHAM Chronofighter Oversize Navy SEAL Foundation Watch

With knowledge derived from centuries of watch making experience, GRAHAM has created a new timepiece meant to commemorate those who take on the world's most extreme battles: the Navy SEALS.Just released Sept. 1 is the Chronofighter Oversize Navy SEAL Foundation watch, a stunning and impeccably durable timepiece. It was created to withstand the same environments as the SEALs, while helping the families and support systems of those soldiers."Whether faced with scorching deserts, freezing Arctic landscapes, or hot and humid jungles, this GRAHAM timepiece has been tested and proven to endure," describes a release from the company marking the Chronofighter's release. And its design reflects its purpose; a digital camouflage pattern creates a low profile for the face, while a PVD case made from 47 mm steel keeps it all tightly together. Each aspect of the watch blends seamlessly together, aside from two notable points.Between the 10 and 12 on the watch's face, above GRAHAM's insignia, is the Navy SEAL Foundation logo. On the sapphire crystal back, that logo again appears, but in front of the watch's only colors: red, white and blue on a waving American flag. ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, GUAM (January 11, 2000) – At 12,000 feet, a U.S. Navy SEAL (Sea Air Land) salutes as he exits a C-2 Carrier Onboard Delivery (COD) aircraft from Fleet Logistics Squadron Three Zero (VRC-30) Detachment Five, during parachute training over Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class Chris Desmond.The Navy SEAL Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to support U.S. Navy Seals, Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewman, NSW support personnel and the families of each worldwide. Their comprehensive set of programs help ease the stress of adjusting to life as a part of the SEALs, including improving health and welfare, building and enhancing resiliency and providing support in case of injury, illness or loss.The values of both the SEALS and the SEALS Foundation are those of courage, determination and precision - values that also lie at the heart of GRAHAM's operations. It was from finding this like-minded approach to life and work, as well as a respect for the immense sacrifices made by the US' special operations forces, that lead to the creation of this new timepiece."We were drawn to the Navy SEAL Foundation because of their excellent work supporting those who give so much to support others,” described Eric Loth, GRAHAM founder, in a release commemorating the watch's introduction.The Chronofighter features a 48-hour power reserve, black ceramic bezel, domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both faces and water resistance to depths up to 330 feet. Only 500 examples will be created, with the purchase of each guaranteeing a donation to the Navy SEAL Foundation. Take a moment to see the Chronofighter in closer detail in the gallery below, and visit GRAHAM's website to learn more about finding one for you.More InfoGallery Sponsored by: duPontREGISTRY.com

By Caitlin Duffy – September 04, 2015

Gumball 3000 Collection from ARMIN STROM

It's been just over three months since car spotters around the world waited in anticipation for the Gumball 3000 Rally to come through their town, but ARMIN STROM has ensured that just because the event ended, "Gumball fever" doesn't have to, too. RG15-GB.90 Tourbillon Gumball 3000The Gumball 3000 Collection was first introduced just ahead of the rally's May 23 kickoff in Stockholm, where Serge Michel and Claude Greisler, the owner and director of ARMIN STROM, respectively, joined the drive. The two traveled as ARMIN STROM Team 78, with the Techart GT Street R Cabriolet, based on the Porsche 997, as their mode of transport across continents. The "78" in their team name is derived from Greisler and Michel's birth year - both were born in 1978.And while driving for Team 78, each wore a specially crafted timepiece for the event. The ARMIN STROM Skeleton Pure Team 78 matched their Porsche, with sleek black as the main color and striking lime accents. These two were crafted specifically for them, but the Gumball 3000 Collection is a bit more accessible."ARMIN STROM director and chief horologist Claude Greisler collaborated with Gumball 3000 founder Maximillion Cooper, to interpret the boisterous rock 'n' roll atmosphere of the rally into powerful watch designs," describes ARMIN STROM's release announcing the numbered-edition watches. TI15-GB.90 Double Barrel Gumball 3000The Tourbillon Gumball 3000 watch features a stunning rose gold case, with the Gumball 3000 name discretely found on the face. The Gumball logo is a little more loudly announced on the Manual Gumball 3000, which features a stainless steel PVD black case and the event's 2015 logo on the face. The back is engraved with "2015 Gumball 3000 17th Anniversary Edition," as well as the image of a small airplane with the rally's start and end points, Stockholm and Las Vegas.The third timepiece in the collection is the Double Barrel Gumball 3000. A titanium PVD black case contrasts nicely against golden trim lines and a carbon fiber inlay. The face and the back of the watch both feature the 2015 Gumball logo, large enough to be visibly noticeable, but not so large as to overpower the stunning design of the watch itself. ST15-GB.90 Manual Gumball 3000Check out the images of these collectible timepieces in the gallery below, and learn more about making one yours by visiting the ARMIN STROM or clicking the button below.More InfoGallery duPontREGISTRY.com

By Caitlin Duffy – September 01, 2015

Tucson Home Designed for the Enthusiast Fits 24 Cars

On 25 acres at the edge of the Saguaro National Park, just a short jaunt away from downtown Tucson, sits the ultimate home for a true automotive enthusiast, and it isn't just the location that makes it so.6501 West Sweetwater Drive, priced at only $1.5 million, is surrounded by beautiful Sonoran Desert scenery, the Rincon Mountains and plenty of space for more than 24 cars. Three separate garages can be found around this home, two attached, one detached, each with its own distinct purpose.The smallest of the three offers space for two cars, perfect for storing the daily drivers in an easily accessible location. The second garage is detached, but is much larger than the first - with full operational lifts already installed, this collector garage can fit 18 cars within. View Price and InfoThe third garage is the hobby garage. Also attached to the home, its walls are lined with workbenches and storage cabinets that rival those of the finest mechanics' shops. A car wash station and loading dock spans the space between the hobby and collector garages. Between the three garages, a massive total of 7,847 sq. ft. is covered, all dedicated to automotive purposes.Now comes the home itself. Expansive, warm, inviting and absolutely stunning, the 5 bedroom home encompasses nearly 6,000 sq. ft., with each room more interesting and beautiful than the last. Connected to the hobby garage is the bar-media-game room, an area that includes a private theater, a full bar and room for a pool table.The gourmet kitchen features custom alder wood counter tops and concrete counter tops, each in a warm, darker tone that plays off the rich colors of the Sonoran Desert. That theme is continued into the bedrooms, including the master suite, which feature massive his and hers closets and large bathroom. There's even an area down the hall specifically for washing your dogs.Guests will enjoy their own quarters, with full kitchen, bathroom, fireplace and loft, accessed by a beautiful spiraling iron staircase. To learn more about this listing from Douglas Trudeau of Tierra Antigua Realty, hit the button below, and be sure to check out the videos for a full look at each aspect of this stunning home.View Price and Info Gallery Sponsored by: duPont REGISTRY

By Caitlin Duffy – August 24, 2015

Built for Classics: Waterfront Automotive Abode on Florid...

Halfway down Florida's Atlantic coast, closer to Cocoa Beach than Miami, sits a home in a private gated community with more than a few unique features.Indian River Shores in Vero Beach, Florida is a quiet community devoid of high-rise condo buildings and hotels that block the skyline of many other beach towns. Within Indian River Shores is John's Island, a 1,650 acre private community where residents and members have access to three 18-hole golf courses, 1- Har-tru tennis courts with a court-side cafe, a health and fitness center, professional croquet and 32-miles of private shaded roads.Ferrari For Sale Of course, the true draw to the area is the seemingly unlimited access to the water. Both the private beaches and waterways on John's Island Sound make boating, fishing and swimming daily activities. But at one home overlooking the Sound, there's another draw - with a little more focus on asphalt related activities."In 1984, Ben Caskey designed, with the help of renowned architect James Gibson, this 'one of a kind' personal residence to share with eight of his favorite classics," describes the description of this automotive-focused home. The center of the home, its two-story great room, wasn't made for the television to be on display; rather, etched glass windows look into the two four-car garages, showcasing each car stored within. Next to the cars is a custom bar, fully ready for mixing any drink after arriving home from a Sunday drive.There's room for another four cars out front underneath the porte cochere, just in front of the antique, double-front doors. Sourced from a Charleston hotel that survived shelling during the Civil War, these doors are simply the first statement of this four bedroom, three and a half bathroom home's purpose: to put fine history and classic beauty on full display for all to see.Which eight cars will you park in the garages when this becomes your home? Let us know in the comments, and click the button below to learn how this stunning automotive abode can be yours.View ListingGallery (Sponsored by Treasure Coast Sotheby's International) See More Automotive Abodes

By Edward Jones – August 07, 2015

JetSet Group: Safe and Luxurious Private Jet Solutions

Flying nowadays can be a real pain. You have to book the flight, travel to the airport, wait, possibly get delayed and eventually you'll be on your way. What if I told you JetSet Group could make flying easier, more luxurious and incredibly affordable? Well, luckily for you, this is all true. They offer a number of services that will have you up in the air before you can book a commercial flight and say, "Which seat do I take?" Beechcraft KingAir 350i InteriorOn-Demand Aircraft CharterThrough JetSet's on-demand aircraft charter, their staff will arrange your travel painlessly and quickly, thanks to their access to over 5,000 luxury aircraft from turbo props to jumbo jets. This means instead of stressing out about booking flights, you can sit back and relax knowing it's all being taken care of. With their pay-as-you-go, on-demand charter brokerage service, you don't have to fly often in order to take advantage of this service.The fleet of aircraft used in their charter services is not only one of the safest, but also one of the most luxurious. And, with only one call directly to them, any time, any day, they can have a jet ready for you quickly - no more booking months in advance. Boeing Business Jet25-Hour Membership CardThis membership card is perfect for the flier who knows how they want to fly and that they want to fly often. All you have to do is pay a set hourly rate that's all inclusive - no fuel surcharges, landing fees, taxi time or repositioning charges - and the flight hours from the card are deducted only for point-to-point travel time. It couldn't get any simpler or easier than this.When flying with JetSet, you can know that you're in good hands. Their Safety Management Team ensures that any and all risks are assessed and hazards are eliminated before takeoff. In fact, their maintenance standards exceed what is required by the FAA and manufacturers. Gulfstream G200 InteriorAircraft Sales and LeasingIf you're looking to get a plane of your very own, JetSet's sales and leasing services can help you out. Through their established network of aircraft owners, operators and management companies, they know of aircraft on the market and even ones that haven't hit the market yet. Contact JetSet Group and they will assist you in finding the aircraft of your choice to purchase or lease. If you're on the other end of the spectrum and have an aircraft you'd like to lease out or sell, their team of professionals can assist you with that as well.JetSet Group has a lot to offer, whether it be an on-demand charter, a one-way flight, membership program or assistance in buying or selling an aircraft. To learn more, be sure to contact JetSet Group by visiting JetSetGrp.com or clicking the button below.More Info Sponsored by:

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