Classic Car News
Selective and strong bidders at the Bonhams auction in Scottsdale 2014
Bonhams opened the series of Scottsdale auctions on January 16, 2014, with 102 cars on offer, comprising a broad mix of pre- and post-war, sports cars and limousines, as well as affordable and high-end offerings. 85% of the vehicles sold for an average of Euro 199,000 or CHF 248,000. This auction report analyzes the results and shows many of the vehicles in pictures.
Diversity and exotics at Bonhams in the Grand Palais on February 6, 2014
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As in 2013, Bonhams will hold a major auction of automobiles, motorcycles and automobilia during Rétromobile Week on February 6, 2014 at the Grand Palais. 149 cars are on the lot list, with a total value of around 25 million euros or CHF 30 million. The lot list is bursting with rarities and super classics, many of which are presented here in pictures and on the detailed lot list ...
Ferrari 250 GTO at the start of the Ennstal-Classic on July 9-12, 2014
Events
After the Porsche 917, Jaguar C-Type, D-Type and countless Mercedes Benz 300 SL and relatives, a Ferrari 250 GTO, the most expensive production car in the world, will take part in the Ennstal-Classic for the first time in 2014 ...
The great Opel Manta in a nostalgic reprint (book review)
Between 1970 and 1988, the Opel Manta became a sports coupé success for the Rüsselsheim-based company. Over a million vehicles were sold, and the need for information on this car was and is correspondingly great. In 1990, Heel-Verlag published its great Manta book, which has now been reprinted exactly as it appeared 24 years ago. This book review guides the interested reader through the book and explains who it is aimed at.
Cars of famous personalities at the Artcurial auction at the Rétromobile Paris on February 7, 2014
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Artcurial will be holding an auction in Paris on the occasion of the Rétromobile on February 7, 2014. On February 7, 2014, four cars will be auctioned off that impress with the names of famous personalities such as Brigitte Bardot, Charles Aznavour, Philippe Starck, Ringo Starr or Steve McQueen...
A classic car umbrella organization in Switzerland - when everyone agrees, and yet a common path is not easy ...
Car Culture
The discussions surrounding the representation of Swiss classic car owners in a common umbrella organization are becoming increasingly heated, even though all those involved actually agree on the objective ...
New 24-hour race for historic racing cars: Classic 24 Hours of Daytona from Nov. 12-16, 2014
Events, Motorsport
The Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR), Historic Motor Sports Association (HMSA) and Vintage Racing Events (VRE) organizations are joining forces to stage a major, promising sensation: a 24-hour race for historic racing cars on the legendary Daytona race track. This event is planned for November 12 to 16, 2014.
Paris-Dakar Youngtimer rally cars at the Rétromobile Paris 2014
Events
Wähile the 37th Paris-Dakar Rally is underway, Youngtimers magazine will be showcasing a dozen of the vehicles that have successfully participated in the difficult rally through Africa in the past at this year's Rétromobile in Paris (February 5 to 9, 2014).
Figoni Delahaye and other classics at RM in Amelia Island on March 8, 2014
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On March 8, 2014, RM will hold its annual auction around the Concours d’Elégance Amelia Island. The highlight is likely to be the sale of part of an extensive collection of the successful American car dealer Malclom S. Pray Jr. ....
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