Celebrating the most iconic automobiles in history. Explore in-depth profiles of automotive legends.
Salon Privé is showcasing a dazzling array of iconic competition cars, each renowned for its memorable sponsorship liveries. The “Legendary Liveries” class highlights the synergy between racing performance and branding, featuring some of the most famous race and rally cars from history. Featured Cars: 1974 Lancia Stratos HF – ‘Alitalia’ Livery Chassis: #829ARO001637 Overview: Designed … Read more
The Bentley EXP2 stands as a remarkable piece of automotive history, holding the title of the oldest surviving Bentley and the second ever made. This pioneering vehicle also boasts the distinction of being the first Bentley to secure a race victory. As an experimental model—designated with the prefix ‘EXP’—the EXP2 played a significant role in … Read more
The 1966 Ford Bronco Sport Utility is a revered classic that captures the spirit of adventure and ruggedness that defined the American SUV landscape of the 1960s. As the inaugural model of Ford’s Bronco line, this iconic vehicle set the standard for off-road capability and utility, making it a cherished collectible among automotive enthusiasts and … Read more
The 1964 Ford Galaxie stands as a testament to classic American automotive design and performance. Renowned for its sleek lines and powerful engine options, this model epitomizes the mid-60s automotive style. Variants and Body Styles The 1964 Ford Galaxie was available in several variants, each catering to different preferences: Ford Galaxie 500: This mid-range trim … Read more
Origins and Development In the early 1960s, Alfa Romeo embarked on an ambitious project to create a racing car that would excel in the Gran Turismo (GT) category. This effort resulted in the Alfa Romeo Giulia Tubolare Zagato (TZ), which was later succeeded by the enhanced TZ2 version. The TZ made its debut at the … Read more
Beginnings The Mercury Monterey made its debut in 1952 as a high-end trim level of the Mercury Eight, designed to offer a more luxurious and stylish option within Mercury’s lineup. It quickly gained attention for its sleek design and advanced features, setting the stage for future iterations of the Monterey nameplate. In 1953, the Monterey … Read more
Launched in 1936, the Rolls-Royce Phantom III holds a distinguished place in the marque’s storied history. As the first Rolls-Royce to feature a V12 engine, it set a precedent for future models and embodied the pinnacle of luxury and performance for its time. Despite its groundbreaking design and technical advancements, production ceased in 1939, leaving … Read more
Cyan Racing, the six-time world touring car champion team, has unveiled a new GT version of the Volvo P1800 Cyan. This latest iteration, introduced in February 2024, marks an exciting evolution of the iconic sports car. Christian Dahl, CEO of Cyan, stated, “The new GT version exemplifies the versatility of the Volvo P1800 Cyan, offering … Read more
The 1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith stands as a testament to the elegance and sophistication of pre-war British automotive engineering. This remarkable convertible, crafted by Thrupp & Maberly, has enjoyed a storied history, beginning with its first owner, the English writer Robert Sheriff. Acquired in 1939, Sheriff drove the Wraith through an era of literary and musical … Read more
When Aston Martin’s DB4GT first turned heads, it was already a marvel of automotive engineering. But when the renowned Italian styling house Zagato got their hands on it, the result was nothing short of extraordinary. Designed by Ercole Spada, the DB4GT Zagato is a stunning evolution of the original DB4GT. The transformation involved making the … Read more