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Bruce Meyer’s Ferrari Testarossa Claims Best of Show at The Quail by The Peninsula

By Charles Bradley –  August 14, 2026

Bruce Meyer’s Ferrari Testarossa Claims Best of Show at The Quail by The Peninsula

Few names carry more weight in the collector-car world than Bruce Meyer. A longtime advocate for automotive preservation, concours excellence and car culture, Meyer has spent decades shaping the hobby through his stewardship of historically significant automobiles. Now, one of the crown jewels from his collection has earned one of Monterey Car Week’s highest honors. At the 23rd annual edition of The Quail by The Peninsula, A Motorsports Gathering, Meyer’s remarkable 1957 Ferrari 625/250 Testarossa was awarded Best of Show, rising above a curated field of more than 200 automobiles to claim the event’s most prestigious distinction. The victory adds another chapter to Meyer’s celebrated collecting legacy while highlighting the enduring appeal of one of Ferrari’s most historically significant competition cars. Selected for its exceptional design, craftsmanship and historical significance, the Ferrari was inducted into the prestigious Rolex Circle of Champions, a tradition reserved for vehicles representing the pinnacle of automotive achievement. As part of the honor, Meyer received a specially engraved Oyster Perpetual Datejust 36 presented by Luca Bernasconi, president and CEO of Rolex USA. For collectors, concours judges and enthusiasts alike, the award reflects more than the quality of a single automobile. It underscores Meyer’s longstanding reputation as one of the most influential figures in the collector-car community, a passion that was also celebrated this year through The Bruce Meyer Collection, one of five featured classes at the event. A Ferrari Defined by Racing Provenance The winning Ferrari possesses a history as compelling as its appearance. Originally commissioned by famed Southern California Ferrari distributor and racer John von Neumann, the Scaglietti-bodied competition car established an impressive racing record during the 1957 season, collecting 11 victories. The car later received a 3.0-liter Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa V12, a transformation that helped contribute to a continued string of victories as a privateer racer. Its unique specification, combined with exceptional racing provenance and rarity, made it a standout among the world-class automobiles assembled on the fairways of The Quail Golf Club. Those qualities also embody the values celebrated by The Quail by The Peninsula: heritage, innovation, craftsmanship and the artistry of the automobile. Celebrating a Legendary Collector Meyer’s influence on the automotive world extends well beyond the cars he owns – six of which were on display at The Quail's greens (above). Widely regarded as one of the hobby’s most respected collectors and ambassadors, he has helped elevate appreciation for significant automobiles across generations of enthusiasts. His commitment to preservation, education and automotive culture has made him one of the most recognizable figures in the collector-car landscape. “I’ve never really looked at cars through the lens of value,” Meyer told duPont REGISTRY of his unique collection. “I consider myself more of an enthusiast than a collector. I’ve been buying cars for 50 years. I didn’t wake up one day and decide I wanted all the ‘right’ Ferraris. That's just not how I approached it. “For me, it's always been about the history and what excites me personally. If you walk through my garage, there's no common theme. It’s just a collection of things that spoke to me at a particular moment – cars that won races I cared about, cars with stories I loved. I’m interested in the history, the people, the stories, and what a particular car represents.” His impact was formally recognized at this year’s event through The Bruce Meyer Collection, a featured class showcasing the passion and vision that have defined his decades-long involvement in the automotive community. The inclusion of the class reinforced Meyer’s standing as a collector whose influence extends far beyond any individual vehicle. His collection has long been associated with historically important automobiles that tell broader stories about innovation, motorsport and design. With his Ferrari earning Best of Show, Meyer’s presence was felt across multiple facets of the event. A Showcase of Automotive Excellence The Quail by The Peninsula once again served as one of Monterey Car Week’s premier destinations for collectors, manufacturers and enthusiasts. More than 200 vehicles gathered on the show field, representing a carefully curated mix of automotive history, contemporary innovation and world-class design. The event also featured 22 vehicle debuts from OEMs and specialty manufacturers from around the globe. “The Quail By The Peninsula, A Motorsports Gathering embodies our approach to elevated hospitality, creating an experience where exceptional automobiles, thoughtful details and a shared passion for motoring come together in a truly distinctive setting,” said Benjamin Vuchot, CEO of The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited. “As The Quail continues to evolve, so does the remarkable field of vehicles and classes we welcome each year. What remains at the heart of the event, however, is an authentic celebration of motorsports, one that honors the heritage and craftsmanship of the classics while embracing the innovation, design and performance shaping its future.” The event’s combination of luxury hospitality, significant automobiles and carefully curated experiences has helped cement its status as one of the most sought-after invitations of Monterey Car Week. Celebrating Automotive Heritage This year’s featured classes highlighted a broad spectrum of automotive culture and achievement. The 100th Anniversary of Route 66 celebrated one of America’s most iconic highways and its enduring influence on car culture. The Lamborghini Diablo class brought together 30 examples of one of the marque’s defining supercars, while The Legacy of Japanese GTs honored the craftsmanship and performance heritage of Japan’s most influential grand touring machines. The event also featured a dedicated Ferrari F40 class celebrating one of Ferrari’s most revered modern supercars. Together with The Bruce Meyer Collection, the classes reflected the diversity of interests that continue to drive the collector-car market, from American automotive heritage to European supercars and Japanese performance icons. Throughout the day, attendees experienced the atmosphere that has become synonymous with The Quail by The Peninsula. A particularly memorable moment occurred when vehicles from the Legacy of Japanese GTs, Ferrari F40, Lamborghini Diablo and Custom Coachwork classes participated in a synchronized engine roar, creating a dramatic celebration of automotive passion across the show field. Distinguished Award Winners In addition to Best of Show, several other distinguished vehicles received honors. The Spirit of The Quail Award went to a 1965 Porsche 911 owned by Marc Davidian (above). The Hagerty Drivers Foundation Award was presented to a 1962 Lincoln Continental owned by Richard Plavetich and Susan Denton. The Magneto Editor’s Choice Award was awarded to a 1994 Lamborghini Diablo VT JOTA from the Caretakers Collection (below). While each winner represented a different chapter of automotive history, it was Meyer’s Ferrari that ultimately captured the event’s highest honor. For a collector whose influence has helped shape the modern collector-car landscape, the recognition felt particularly fitting. In a field filled with extraordinary automobiles, the 1957 Ferrari 625/250 Testarossa stood above them all – an achievement that reinforces both the car’s significance and Bruce Meyer’s place among the most respected custodians of automotive history. Photos courtesy of Kahn Media, Charles Bradley

Nightcall: A Ferrari F355 in Paris

By Kris Clewell –  April 07, 2026

Nightcall: A Ferrari F355 in Paris

Paris after dark sounds different from inside a Ferrari. The V8 bounces off limestone and comes back louder than it left. Alexis Parenty drives his 1994 Ferrari F355 through it like a scene from an album cover nobody pressed yet.  He was nine when GoldenEye opened. The pre-title sequence. Xenia Onatopp in a red F355 on the mountain roads above Monte Carlo, keeping pace with Bond's DB5 like it wasn't even work. The Aston Martin was the legend. The Ferrari was the faster car. That should have been enough to hook a kid, but Parenty says what stuck wasn't the speed. Ferrari to him was something longer than a lap time. Craftsmanship. Racing heritage. The whole story of the house behind the badge. He was nine and already reading the car wrong by everyone else's standards. He didn't forget. The F355 showed up in 1994 as Ferrari's apology for the 348. The 348 had its issues. Luca di Montezemolo wanted a reset. What came back was a Pininfarina body shaped by 1,800 hours in a wind tunnel, a 3.5-liter V8 with five valves per cylinder, titanium con rods, and 380 horsepower screaming at 8,250rpm. The name told you everything. 3.5 liters. 5 valves. F355. Ferrari built just over 11,000 of them in five years. The F1 paddle-shift gearbox arrived as an option in 1997. Parenty's car predates that. Three pedals and a gated metal shifter you can feel in your wrist. No complex software anywhere near it. The engine is the whole point. Below five thousand it hums. Then something changes. "It screams," Parenty says. "Loud and so sweet." He calls it a dream to drive. He's not being poetic. He's being literal. The intensity of that V8 at full tilt takes everything else out of the room. His is blue. Not Rosso Corsa. Not what the poster on your wall looked like. Blue with a leather interior. That's the draw. "It's not the usual," he says. "And that makes it very, very rare." Most F355 buyers ordered red because most F355 buyers ordered what they thought a Ferrari was supposed to look like. Parenty ordered what he wanted. The synthwave thing dragged these cars back into a spotlight they never fully left. The F355 looks right in the dark. Sounds better. Parenty doesn't garage it. He drives it whenever he can. The nine-year-old got what he came for.

Palm Beach Cavallino Classic To Host Exclusive RM Sotheby’s Ferrari Boutique Auction

By Charles Bradley –  February 03, 2026

Palm Beach Cavallino Classic To Host Exclusive RM Sotheby’s Ferrari Boutique Auction

Photo courtesy of RM Sotheby's. The Palm Beach Cavallino Classic has long stood as one of North America’s most rarefied celebrations of Ferrari, a blue-riband concours where historically significant cars from Maranello gather each winter amid palm trees and ocean air. This year, the 35th edition of the storied event expands its luxury footprint with a highly anticipated live boutique auction, further cementing its status as an essential moment on the global collector-car calendar. Cavallino, which is part of duPont REGISTRY Group, continues to elevate the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic as a destination experience for owners, collectors and enthusiasts alike. The event’s Concorso d’Eleganza will unfold on the 18th fairway of The Boca Raton’s golf course, offering a picturesque setting for a carefully selected field of Ferraris. This year’s concours introduces a completely new show field layout, an enhanced check-in process and a reimagined awards ceremony. The day will conclude with the Cavallino Auction by RM Sotheby’s, followed by the traditional Cavallino Night – an elegant finale that blends concours culture, high-end hospitality and world-class collecting. Together, the concours and auction reaffirm the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic’s position at the intersection of luxury lifestyle and automotive heritage, where Ferrari’s past and present continue to command center stage. Presented in partnership with RM Sotheby’s, the one-day sale will take place Saturday, Feb. 14, at 8:30 pm, bringing a tightly curated selection of Ferrari Classiche-certified and Cavallino Platinum Award-winning automobiles to the block. Drawn from across the marque’s illustrious history, the 16 lots reflect the highest standards of provenance, originality and concours pedigree – precisely the attributes prized by the Cavallino Classic’s deeply knowledgeable audience. Leading the sale is a 2015 LaFerrari, Ferrari’s hybrid hypercar halo model, which carries an estimate of $4.45 million to $4.75 million. Close behind is a 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 by Scaglietti, one of the most coveted front-engine V-12 berlinettas of the era, estimated at $3.4 million to $3.6 million. Rounding out the headline cars are two elegant grand tourers from Ferrari’s golden age: a 1955 Ferrari 250 Europa GT Coupe by Pinin Farina and a 1964 Ferrari 500 Superfast Series I by Pininfarina, each expected to achieve between $1.3 million and $1.6 million. Beyond the automobiles, the auction embraces the broader mythology of the Prancing Horse. Among the more esoteric offerings is a bespoke two-piece suit made for Enzo Ferrari, accompanied by dress shoes. Offered without reserve, the ensemble is expected to bring $100,000 to $200,000. Also crossing the block are signed helmets worn by Ferrari Formula 1 drivers Charles Leclerc and Gerhard Berger, further underscoring the sale’s appeal to collectors of Ferrari automobilia and motorsports history.

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