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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 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 09, 2015

Montblanc for BMW Travel Collection for the 7 Series

BMW and Montblanc have both been recognized as leaders in the creation of items that define contemporary luxury, and in a newly announced collaboration, a collection of lifestyle accessories brings their innovation into your hands.The "Montblanc for BMW" Special Edition lifestyle collection was announced by the German auto manufacturer in a press release today, which details each of the items crafted with the new 7 Series in mind."This special collection embraces select leather creations and writing instruments, all perfect companions for the new BMW 7 Series – in everyday life as well on extended, luxurious journeys," describes the release. With each of these items, the experience of being surrounded by utter luxury no longer ends once you leave the car.The Meisterstück series items feature "European, full-grain cowhide in unique, deep-gloss Montblanc black," and each is the perfect item to secure some of your most valuable posessions. The Meisterstück business card holder and key case will come with you throughout your day, every day, while the Meisterstück passport case will travel with you throughout the world. A Meisterstück case holds each of the two "Montblanc for BMW" writing instruments, the Platinum Line LeGrand fountain pen and Rollerball.For true travel, keep everything secured in one place with the pieces from the Nightflight Collection. A document bag is small enough to keep close to your feet in transit, while the 55-liter capacity flight bag is just large enough for any last minute excursion your life calls for. A luggage tag featuring high-quality calfskin keeps your name attached to it all.(See Also: The Ferrari Pirelli Cinetica Design Concept)This collection will make its official debut at the 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), and will be available for purchase at BMW dealers and Montblanc boutiques beginning in spring 2016. Until then, find yourself a 7 Series from our exclusive listings, and begin filling your life with BMW luxury.7 Series Listings For SaleGallery (Source: BMW) See More Lifestyle News

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By Caitlin Duffy – September 08, 2015

The Ferrari Pirelli Cinetica Design Concept

The last design we saw from him featured classic styling in an aquatic form, but a new design concept from Fraser Leid's is better suited to time on solid ground.The Ferrari Pirelli Cinetica Racing Bike is, essentially, what Leid believes a cycling-based collaboration between Ferrari and Pirelli could look like. But it also shows a bicycle with innovative mechanics that would make it a worthy contender to bear the Ferrari and Pirelli names.Its inspiration came from watching the Tour de France, when Leid decided to find a way to recover and store energy expended by the cyclist, then utilize it at a later point in time."While peddling, the carbon and steel wheel rotates around a circular brush. This causes an electric direct current to build, which feeds into a capacitor located at the bottom of the frame," describes the design's caption on Leid's digital portfolio. "When demanded by the rider, the stored charge is used on a motor located at the front of the frame.... This energy feedback system allows the rider an opportunity to rest while the bike propels itself."A carbon fiber composition with hints of titanium would keep the bicycle's weight down, while housing of all cables and brakes internally keeps drag down and increases aerodynamic abilities. But beauty, as well as efficiency, guided the design process for this concept. A perfect example of form and function meeting beautifully comes in the handlebars. They allow for three grip choices while also adding to the ferocity of this bike's overall appearance."I wanted its stance to be fast and aggressive, but I also wanted it to look sleek and lightweight to the eye," Leid described. "In the end, it has something animalistic to its traits."Check out the gallery below to see a little more of this Ferrari Pirelli design concept, and find your own existing Ferrari from our exclusive listings. To see more of Fraser's designs, visit his profile on Behance.net.Ferraris For SaleGallery (Source: Fraser Leid) See More Gear News

By Caitlin Duffy – September 08, 2015

Bentley Lifestyle Collection to be Introduced at Frankfurt

In addition to the official launch of the Bentayga, Bentley is unveiling the newest additions to their lifestyle collection at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), which kicks off Sept. 17.Stunning designs, rich leathers and bright colors define the latest collection updates, and a press release from the marque shares a few details about these new options. Briefcases and travel bags for men and women, scarves, blankets and more expand the existing ways Bentley quality can follow you throughout your day, but it's the 1:43 scale model becoming available that's especially noteworthy.A total of 2,250 1:43 scale models of the Bentley Bentayga will be created, each in one of three colors that will be available on the production model. There will be 1,000 sporting Dark Sapphire, 1,000 in Glacier White and 250 in Bentayga Bronze, a new color that will be found on the launch model at the IAA.We have yet to see the Bentayga in its final production form, and this comes as the first official statement that it will be unveiled just a little more than a week from today. It's also the first mention of the colors that will be available for the model, giving us a better idea of what we might see on the streets once deliveries begin. However, no images of the scale replicas were released, leaving our imaginations to determine just what those paints will look like.The 1:43 models will be on display next to the actual Bentayga, and available for purchase at the Bentley stand or online beginning Oct. 1. An additional run of 1,000 1:18 models of the Bentayga will be made available for purchase in November, each sporting Extreme Silver paint.The Home collection is expanded with the addition of a cashmere equestrian blanket, a handmade desk clock from Breitling in Piano Black and a Portland leather and chrome photo frame, "a stylish addition to any room," as well as a vintage leather scented candle.Browse the gallery below to see some of the other additions to the Bentley collection, all of which will be available at Bentley dealers or online at www.BentleyCollection.com beginning Oct. 1, and find the perfect Bentley for your collection from our exclusive listings.Bentleys For SaleGallery (Source: Bentley) See More Bentley News

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

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By Caitlin Duffy – September 03, 2015

Rolls-Royce Porto Cervo Wraith Celebrates End of Summer

September has arrived, and with it, the end of 2015's summer season. Rolls-Royce spent most of their summer enjoying Porto Cervo, Italy from the Rolls-Royce Summer Studio, and with their specially crafted Porto Cervo Wraith, they made sure to mark the turn of the seasons.A series of photos posted to the marque's Facebook page both today and Sept. 1 shared photos of the bespoke Wraith and the few final events of the summer hosted at the studio."Commissioned to take centre stage at the Rolls-Royce Summer Studio in Porto Cervo, this Bespoke Porto Cervo Wraith takes inspiration from the island’s yacht-loving Costa Smeralda," described the caption of the gallery showing off the Wraith. And in Porto Cervo, the Rolls-Royce lifestyle was lived in the most exemplary way.(See Also: Rolls-Royce Dawn to be Unveiled Sept. 8 Ahead of IAA)The Sept. 1 gallery shared images from their "Tastes Like Rolls-Royce" experience weekend, which included such events as trips to vineyards, drives in Rolls-Royce models around the Costa Smeralada's winding roads, "Wines for Cruising" where guests sampled fine wines and even a "Drink Like Bond" event, with each of the cocktails from the James Bond books and movies was made for guests.The experience weekend ended with "La Dolce Vita" Aug. 31. Guests drove the Porto Cervo Wraith "into the spectacular hills of Gallura for a traditional lunch and wine tasting at the Vigne Surrau vineyards with Tom Harrow." An appropriate way to enjoy the sweetness of Italy's culture and the bittersweet feeling of summer's end.Check out the photos from these events and of the Bespoke Porto Cervo Wraith in the gallery below, then find your own Rolls-Royce from our exclusive listings.Rolls-Royces For SaleGallery (Source: Facebook, Rolls-Royce) See More Rolls-Royce News

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By Caitlin Duffy – September 03, 2015

Test Out Porsche's Driving Dynamics in Atlanta

There's no question that the experience of driving a Porsche is noticeably different from driving a car from another marque. But on roadways, and even most tracks, you won't really be able to experience the full range of abilities your car has.However, for those in the United States, there's now a location designed specifically for your Porsche, by Porsche. Atlanta, Georgia is the home of the new Porsche Experience Center, where six different circuits have been crafted for you to take your Porsche to its limits and extremes.A post on Porsche's Facebook page Sept. 2 announced that the center is now open, and a series of photos showed off a few of the circuits' highlights. On their website, a full map of the grounds is available, as well as a detailed explanation of what each section was designed to do.The Dynamics Area allows you to test out "speed, agility and lane-change performance," while the mile-long Handling Circuit teaches you how to navigate winding narrow roads, negotiate corners and the "proper application of braking technique." The Low-Friction Circle allows drivers to "experience the over-steer capabilities of a Porsche," and the Off Road Circuit, specifically designed for the Cayenne, takes you through a 45-degree vertical descent and a creek bed.The best part? You don't even need to own a Porsche to book a trip and enjoy the track. Various booking options available online range from $300 for an hour and a half in the Panamera GTS, to $750 for an hour and a half comparing the abilities of the 911 Turbo against the 911 GT3. And, all of this is just minutes from Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.Check out Porsche's website for full details about this new locatoin at www.PorscheDriving.com, and find your own Porsche to bring with you to Atlanta from our exclusive listings.Porsches For SaleGallery (Source: Porsche, Facebook) See More Porsche News

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By Caitlin Duffy – September 01, 2015

The 3D Printed De Rosa SK Pininfarina Racing Bicycle

Pininfarina has announced another partnership in the world of transportation, but owning this creation will demand a little more leg work than most of their designs do.On Aug. 26, Pininfarina joined De Rosa, an Italian creator of fine bicycles, at Eurobike, Germany's bicycle trade fair, to announce their partnership and new creation. The De Rosa SK Pininfarina was introduced the same day as the partnership, showing an absolutely stunning racing bike embodying the design ideals of both companies.A press release issued by Pininfarina the same day shared some of the information behind this collaboration, as well as the reasons driving the two companies together. As they call it, it's the "perfect synthesis of two icons of Made-in-Italy excellence," and excellent it certainly is.Sleek, streamlined and designed to eliminate as much drag as possible, the De Rosa SK Pininfarina racing bicycle is available in different sizes and colors, all crafted from carbon. An "ultra-precision 3-D printing" process combined with the use of "a special resin" helped ensure the frame of the bike is both as stiff and as light weight as possible. But in ensuring that stiffness, comfort has not been sacrificed.Of course, such a creation could be expected from the collaboration of two companies that so clearly embody the same values: "family-owned business traditions, a passion for innovation, incessant search for better performance, artisanal production methods and attention to detail, love for beauty and design."Photos shared on Pininfarina's Facebook page Aug. 26 and 28, as well as on De Rosa's website alongside purchasing information, give us a look at this stunning design. Check it out on the gallery below, and learn more about how one of these stunning bicycles can become yours by visiting www.DeRosaNews.com.Gallery (Source: Pininfarina, De Rosa) See More Lifestyle News

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 31, 2015

Bentley Lodge Opens in Kitzbühel, Austria

Tucked away in the Central Eastern Alps, in the section of Austria nestled between the borders of Germany and Italy, is the newest way to indulge in the full Bentley experience: the Bentley Lodge.Available to customers and friends of the brand, the new Bentley Lodge in Kitzbühel offers an exclusive experience designed to bring the Bentley lifestyle to a full vacation experience. A press release from the marque today announced the opening of the lodge, which can sleep up to eight guests at a time and be rented for either three consecutive days or a full week."Every Bentley motor car is created, not merely assembled," said Robert Engstler, Regional Director Europe at Bentley Motors, in the release. "The interior of each car is trimmed with the finest supple leather, hand-finished wood veneers, gleaming metals and deep-pile carpets and at the Bentley Lodge Kitzbühel we give our customers the opportunity to experience these materials first hand and commission their very own Bentley."Guests of the lodge will have access to one of the latest Bentley models throughout the entirety of their stay, as well as the full host of amenities at the nearby Kitzbühel Country Club. The release also tells us that bespoke experiences are available to guests, including fishing, hunting, horseback riding, skiing, tennis, golf and spa treatments. The center of town is just 500 meters, or 1,640 feet, from the lodge, meaning world class restaurants, shopping, entertainment and annual events are just a few steps away.(See Also: The Cars Bentley's Bringing to Pebble Beach 2015)Pricing for a stay at the lodge varies by season, and ranges from €780 ($875 USD*) to €1,480 ($1,661 USD*) per night. Learn more about booking your stay at the exclusive Bentley Lodge at their website, www.BentleyMotorsLodge.com. Find your own Bentley to continue the experience after you return home from our exclusive listings below.Bentleys For Sale Gallery (Source: Bentley) See More Bentley News

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