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The Man Who Made Monterey Car Week | An Interview with Gordon McCall

Interview with Gordon McCall

Featured Image Credit: Angela Decenzo, provided courtesy of Gordon McCall On a warm, June afternoon in Monterey, California we were given the privilege of interviewing one of the Automotive and Motorcycle world’s most interesting personalities. “The location for this interview?” you may ask. It is what appeared to be a humble storage unit, however it ended up being anything but. As the door opens to this metal building, you are greeted by an expansive automotive paradise. If you haven’t already…

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Rolls Royce Introduces an All-new Epicurean Experience

Rolls Royce Introduces an All-new Epicurean Experience

When an automotive enthusiast share a gourmand passion for champagne, among other epicurean delicacies, then one never can go wrong with a champagne chest. And that is certainly the case when introducing the Champagne Chest by the House of Rolls Royce. In what marks the latest addition to the name’s accessory portfolio, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Design Collective had created the new Champagne Chest to suit the most luxurious of outings. The epicurean accessory can complement any setting, be it on…

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The 11th Annual The Quail Motorcycle Gathering

The 11th Annual The Quail Motorcycle Gathering

On May 4th over three thousand motorcycle enthusiast gathered at the Peninsula Hotel’s Quail Lodge & Golf Club. The event at hand can only be described as one of the most spectacular gatherings of unique motorcycles, enthusiasts, and delicious cuisine. Of course, the event we are referring to is The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, a sister event to the beloved Motorsports Gathering, which occurs during Monterey Car Week. The highlight of the event was a 1969 Honda CB750 Sandcast owned by…

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The DBZ Centenary Collection: A Pair of Timeless Classics

The DBZ Centenary Collection: A Pair of Timeless Classics

Just ahead of Zagato’s 100 year anniversary; we have learned that once again the Italian design firm has partnered with Aston Martin to create an offering that is simply exceptional. The stunning Aston Martin DBS GT Zagato is the product of this collaboration, which will complete the DBZ Centenary Collection. The DBZ Centenary Collection was launched as a celebration of the long standing relationship shared by Zagato and Aston Martin which has spanned over half a century. At the heart…

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The Most Luxurious Ford Bronco

We’re sure all of you off-road enthusiasts have heard about Ford’s upcoming revival of the famed Bronco planned for 2020. However with that said, all of those with a disposition for classic 4x4s may want to stick to a restored or even modified classic Bronco. The off-road experts at Velocity Restorations have created what can only be described as the most luxurious Ford Bronco. The vehicle was crafted with the attention to detail desired by the most discerning of off-road…

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Most Prestigious Car in the World: 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Berlinetta

Earlier this month the iconic 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Berlinetta was dubbed the most prestigious car in the world at the fourth annual The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award Ceremony at The Peninsula Paris hotel. The event, which has become one of the most well respected in the automotive community, was founded in 2015 by the Hon. Sir Michael Kadoorie, Chairman of the Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited. This exciting development comes just months after this Alfa Romeo was…

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Rolls Royce Unveils The ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ Fabergé Egg

Rolls Royce Unveils The 'Spirit of Ecstasy' Fabergé Egg

Meticulously crafted and ostentatiously designed, the Fabergé Egg has long since been a prominent object for many affluent collectors. Taking into consideration that only 50 pre-1917 Imperial Fabergé Eggs are in existence, the Fabergé Egg has become one of the most sought after ornaments to add to one’s collection since the 20th century. Things only got more exciting with the announcement of two leading, luxury houses’ partnership to shape an ultra modern Fabergé Egg: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Fabergé come together to introduce to the…

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McLaren Unveils the Speedtail

McLaren’s all new “Hyper GT”  has been highly anticipated as one of the most exciting vehicles to be unveiled in 2018. McLaren initially provoked our attention with the release of teaser images of the Speedtail this past spring; the few details that were shared evoked a modern interpretation of the famed McLaren F1 in the heads of motor enthusiasts. The Speedtail is the latest addition to McLaren’s ultra exclusive “Ultimate Series,” which already includes the Senna and P1. Upon immediate…

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Mecum’s 47 Million Dollar Auction at Monterey Car Week 2018

Mecum's 47 Million Dollar Auction at Monterey Car Week 2018

Mecum Auctions received an astounding 38% increase in total sales at the end of their 10th annual Daytime Auction. Like the years before, the auction was a hot attraction for automotive enthusiasts during famed Monterey Car Week. A wide selection of vehicles that are high in rarity, extremely diverse and in excellent quality have made the overall sales break past last year’s total and reach a massive $47 million. This year’s auction was certainly something to celebrate about, and not…

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Best of Show Winner at The 68th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

Best of Show Winner at The 68th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

Following significant international competition at the 2018 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, a 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Touring Berlinetta captured the gold Best of Show award. Opposition was stiff to say the least as the highly prestigious Pebble Beach Concours draws over 200 vehicles a year from more than half a dozen countries. This particular example owned by David Sydorick achieved its title as best in class prior to acquiring the the highly sought after Best of Show award. Highlights…

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