Coys auctioned 55 classic cars, including rare racing cars, motorcycles and so-called "future classics", on the occasion of the AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix 2012 at the Nürburgring. However, the bidders did not really want to let it rip, so around a third of the bids remained unsold. This report presents the results in detail and shows some of the auction items.
The AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix was held at the Nürburgring for the 40th time this year. Over 600 cars were at the start, and the 50,000 spectators were never bored in the best weather conditions. Our report describes extraordinary and recurring events, but also looks back 40 years. Over 1,000 photos make this report a feast for the eyes and there are also audio samples.
This photo gallery shows the most beautiful pictures and vehicles from the 22nd AvD Historic Marathon, on the occasion of the AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix 2012, which took place from August 10 to 12, 2012.
This photo gallery shows the most beautiful pictures and vehicles from the two races of the World Sportscar Masters Series, on the occasion of the AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix 2012, which took place from August 10 to 12, 2012.
This photo gallery shows the most beautiful pictures and vehicles from the two races of the revival of the German Racing Championship (1972-1981), on the occasion of the AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix 2012, which took place from August 10 to 12, 2012.
This photo gallery shows the Formula 1 cars from the Grand Prix Masters (historic Formula 1 cars with Cosworth engines), on the occasion of the AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix 2012, which took place from August 10 to 12, 2012.
Safety is important, especially in historic racing. Joe Wyss from Auto Sport Switzerland (ASS) talks to Daniel Reinhard about safety measures and precautions in historic racing in Switzerland, where only hill climbs can be organized alongside rallies due to the ban on circuit racing for classic cars.
On June 10, the Oldtimer Galerie Toffen held an auction on the occasion of the DolderClassics on the Zürichberg. 50 automobiles (and one scooter and one motorcycle) were on offer, but the bids did not really want to flow, the bidders were stingy. And this despite the high-class vehicles on offer. This report provides and analyzes the (preliminary) results. It is supplemented with atmospheric pictures and a gallery with a selection of the vehicles on offer.
The tenth historic Gaisbergrennen was a highlight of the 2012 classic car year. With a tried-and-tested event format, a rich field of vehicles and generally very good weather conditions, the participants were able to indulge their passion for classic cars for three days. This report summarizes the course and results and is illustrated with almost 600 pictures in four galleries.
There was no shortage of superlatives at the press conference before the start of Techno Classica 2012, and rightly so, as the subsequent tour of the halls showed. The classic car industry, if you can call it that, is still on the upswing and the trade fair organizers are benefiting too. 1,200 exhibitors presented their vehicles, products or services in 20 exhibition halls, which once again represents a considerable increase compared to the previous year. Highlights of the 2012 edition include the Pegaso special exhibition, the impressive factory stands of Mercedes-Benz, Opel, Volkswagen (Group), BMW, Ford and others, as well as many rare classics presented by clubs, dealers and even private individuals.