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EDITORIAL
There's a strong Italian flavour to things this week.
First, there's news of a Ferrari drop-top GT, aiming to attract 'new recruits' to the marque. But for new recruits, don't read bottom-end buyers wanting an affordable route to Ferrari ownership. Oh no.
The brand-new V8 California is by no means 'entry-level' but it does have certain characteristics (such as super-smooth 7-speed dual-clutch transmission) ideal for buyers who shy away from the harder edge of Ferrari performance. I see only one downside to the new model and that's the multitude of predictable headlines. It'll be California Dreamin', everywhere. Betcha.
And then our Editor, Steve Wakefield, waxes lyrical about the Maserati GranTurismo, which he took for a long weekend's test drive and a trip to sunny Suffolk. Many pundits have bemoaned the relative lack of torque of the Trident's handsome 2+2, and are eagerly awaiting the sportier GranTurismo 'S', unveiled at Geneva in March. But not our Ed. Being something of a sophisticate himself, he admits to enjoying the comfortable, rather than neck-snapping, acceleration of the current model — a 'super car' rather than a 'supercar', he says. More Mercedes CL than Ferrari F430, apparently. Nothing wrong with that.
And finally, still on the Italian theme, Steve Wakefield is at the RM Ferrari auction in Maranello but will be back next week with a full report.
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Charis Whitcombe |
THIS WEEK IN CLASSIC DRIVER
New Ferrari CaliforniaSudden RevelationOn 9th May, Ferrari announced that its forthcoming GT would be revealed, bit by bit, over a period of weeks, on a dedicated website — before the new car's final unveiling at the Paris Auto Show in October. read more... |
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Grand Tourer: Maserati GranTurismoThis is a super car. Please don't confuse that statement with the over-used expression 'supercar', as Maserati's current GT is more of a rival to a Mercedes CL than an F430. That said, anyone considering a pre-owned DB9 or Bentley Continental GT would be well advised to try the GranTurismo. read more... |
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1964 Ferrari 250 LM: Dramatic Last-Minute Entry in 2008 Maranello SaleThe ex-Jochen Rindt, Austrian Grand Prix-winning Ferrari 250 LM, chassis 5845GT, will be one of the headlining entries at this weekend's all-Ferrari sale. read more... |
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Don't Overcook It, James!The Mille Miglia is upon us once again and Cars International last week played host to Sir Stirling Moss — who regaled the audience with tales of his famous 1955 victory. Also at the gathering was celebrity chef James Martin, who took the opportunity to gain a few hints and tips from Sir Stirling. read more... |
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Coys at Brands Hatch Sunday 25th May 2008 — PreviewCoys will hold its next sale at the Masters Racing Series Festival at Brands Hatch. Over 50 cars are catalogued, including this 1954 Lancia Aurelia B24 Spyder. read more... |
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Bonhams Les Grandes Marques à Monaco - 10th May 2008 - ReviewThe 2008 Bonhams Monaco sale achieved generally good results, despite some significant entries either not selling or being withdrawn. One of the highlights was the 238,500 euros achieved for the quite superb 1966 Maserati Mistral 4000 Spyder. read more... |
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Advertorial:Klassikwelt Bodensee 2008:Land, sea and airMay 22nd to 25th sees a new and lavish celebration of classic engineering on land, sea and in the air, at Klassikwelt Bodensee in Friedrichshafen, Germany. read more... |
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THE PULLMAN GALLERY PRESENTS:
'Superfast': an exhibition of original Ferrari artworks by the renowned automobile artist Dexter Brown.63. Dexter Brown (b. 1942): Michael Schumacher: Helmet
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Simon Khachadourian's latest book 'Superfast - the Ferrari Paintings of Dexter Brown', is available in two editions:
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The Pullman GalleryAt - |
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THE CLASSIC DRIVER PREMIUM CAR MARKET
MODERN
Aston Martin DB9
colour Ferrari Titanium Silver |
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Special ordered Ferrari Titanium Silver with Caspian Blue leather interior with Caspian Blue carpeting, F1 style Touchtronic controlled through twin paddles mounted on the steering column, 3,000 miles from new. Factory options include: Mahogany Wood Veneer, Mahogany Door Cappings, Heated Front Seats, Satellite Navigation, Heated Front Screen, Powerfold Mirrors, Rear Parking Sensors, Linn 950w Audio System, Cruise Control, Seatbelts (Warm Charcoal), Color to Match Leather, Headliner (Blue Haze), Red Brake Calipers and Aston Martin Factory Overmats.
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Autosport Designs Inc.Town/City: New York, USA |
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CLASSIC
Ferrari 'Dino' 246 GT
colour Blue Scuro |
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This 1973 Ferrari 246 GT is presented in Blue Scuro with a black leather interior. Concours restored in 1995, winning Ferrari Owners Club best car in class the same year. Fantastic history file. Tool kit and all books are supplied with this car.
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DK EngineeringTown/City: Watford, UK |
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SPORTING
Porsche RS 61
colour Silver |
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The ex-Holbert-Payne USA racing Spyder. Restored and track ready (fuel cell, fire system, rev limiters, etc). Original body, correct motor and trans. Extensive period racing history in the USA in 61/62/63, many 1st place wins. One of only 14 built.
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Ferrari of Newport BeachTown/City: Newport Beach, CA, USA |
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EVENTGUIDE 2008
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15.05. — 18.05. Mille Miglia 2008, Italy |
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