Classic Car News
Rétromobile 2013 - Automotive dreams and traditions in the most beautiful colors and shapes
From February 6 to 10, 2013, the Rétromobile in Paris opened its doors to fans of classic cars. Once again this year, there was plenty to see and discover. The highlights were certainly the special exhibition with the Citroën DS model at the center, but also the selected classic cars lined up on the stands of dealers, specialists and clubs. A unique feature was a collection of Hélica propeller cars and the first ever combination of four Lambert automobiles. This event report shows some of the highlights and many impressions in over 180 pictures and provides an overview in the text for all those who stayed at home or visitors who want to refresh their memories.
Cabaret, cancan and culture at the Artcurial auction at the Rétromobile 2013
On February 8, 2013, Artcurial hosted the Rétromobile auction. 115 vehicles (in addition to motorcycles, automobiles and a Mirage jet) went under the hammer. Once again, Maître Poulain staged a perfectly entertaining event, which was also a commercial success, as most of the vehicles on offer, including both exclusives and genuine people's cars, were sold. This auction report summarizes the atmosphere in the hall, describes some of the items for sale and lists all the results in detail. With over 100 pictures, you can gain an in-depth insight into the event.
Large crowd at the Grand Palais for the Bonhams auction
The Grand Palais in Paris provided a festive and dignified setting for the Bonhams auction of 123 classic cars (in addition to a number of motorcycles, an airplane and various automobilia). The offer was interesting, people came in large numbers and the majority of the cars were sold at or above the estimate level. This auction report describes the atmosphere in Paris and lists the results in detail in a randomly sorted list. Many of the vehicles can also be viewed in the picture gallery.
Northern Germany rocks the eighties - the Bremen Classic Motorshow in 2013
Between February 1 and 3, 2013, the Bremen Classic Motorshow opened the series of classic car trade fairs in Germany, as it does every year. A special show celebrated the racing and rally cars of the wild seventies and eighties. This report on the 2013 Bremen Classic Motorshow gives you an impression of the atmosphere and attractions in words and pictures.
A slightly different look back at the beginnings of motorsport - "No shortage of horses" (book review)
Very few of us are likely to have our own memories of the early days of motorsport. With "An Pferden kein Mangel", Carl F. Wagner has written a fictional story that is embedded in the actual events of the time and sheds a lot of light on the challenges faced by racing car designers and crews at the time, meticulously translated by Roger Gloor. This book review briefly describes the plot of the novel "An Pferden kein Mangel" and points out the parallels with the reality of the time and the popular long-distance road races. The report is illustrated with historical pictures of sports and racing vehicles from the time, even including a steam-powered vehicle and a whole series of Benz cars.
An entire museum is auctioned off - miniature vehicles from the Bruce Weiner Museum under the hammer
On February 15 and 16, 2013, the RM auction house in Madison (Georgia) will go under the hammer to bring 200 microcars from 95 different manufacturers to new owners. The entire Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum will be auctioned off on these two days, including 23 Messerschmitt vehicles. This announcement report shows a photographic cross-section of the offer and lists all vehicle lots including estimated prices in a sortable list.
A multi-faceted reunion with the automobile at the Transport Center of the Deutsches Museum in Munich
The Deutsches Museum is the world's largest technical museum and, since 2003, has had its own area dedicated to the automobile in all its facets in the form of the Transport Center. In three halls, rare but also popular vehicles are on display along the themes of "City Traffic", "Travel" and "Mobility and Technology". This museum visit report shows impressions and impressions from a recent visit and shows - with over 120 pictures - why and for whom a visit is worthwhile.
Bonhams Grand Palais Auction - Selected Rarities in Paris (Announcement)
On February 7, 2013, Bonhams will auction 123 automotive rarities and specialties at the Grand Palais in Paris. Vehicles worth around 20 million euros are up for grabs and the pre-war period in particular is unusually well represented. The offer is wide-ranging and probably contains something for almost everyone. This announcement report provides an insight into the offer and lists all lots in detail with estimated prices. You can see at a glance whether a visit is worthwhile or not.
Rally Schneegestöber 2013 - wintry fun with well-protected classic cars
The 12th Ländle Classic Schneegestöber took place from January 18 to 20, 2013. The best snow conditions and mostly sunny weather allowed the participants to drift impetuously. This rally report describes the event from the participants' point of view. It is illustrated with a few photos showing the atmosphere and participants' vehicles.
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