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I just spoke with a friend who many years ago was flat broke. Now, he is A journey. I have never really given much thought to life being a journey. doing very well. I always enjoy conversations with him because he is always so I do reflect quite a bit and I know that our experiences shape us, people in our positive and upbeat. We were talking and he said something to the effect that lives shape us. I think about what I could have done better or differently. But he always does things 100%. Not 80% or 90% but 100%. He said that when most of the time I see to be running around in the “now” concerned about the he goes to bed at night that he sleeps well knowing that he did his very best. “today” and not the journey. I don’t know if I am driving the journey or it is Otherwise, he says, he could not sleep at night. I like that. He is a really cool driving me. Or if that is just life, you are on a ride and you better hold on. guy. So who is driving your journey and are you running at 100%. I think In talking with him and other people I find inspiration. I find it to be that I need to reflect on that a bit more. What has my journey been about? contagious. People like him are magnets that pull you towards them with their Where is my journey going? Am I running at full speed or am I at half-mast positive energy and their “get it done” attitude. I would like to believe that I missing opportunity, experience and fun. Am I accomplishing my dreams or have some of that in me as well, but at times I know that I do not go 100%. I am I just dreaming? It is not a success, these guys say, it is a life thing. At The Auto Gallery, we like have in the past, but it got me thinking, am I doing that now? The journey of life. I am always trying to figure out what I am meant to listen ourdoing customers. Our conversation was about cars and life and talking about people who to be doing. While I am trying to figure that out,toI am what I know. I 2013 Customer create things. Craftsman, builders, artists. He was talking about how for him, do try to do my best, but 100% am I Our at 100% daily? The honest answer is no. it is about the journey. The journey that led him to his first supercar I could pour more effort into everything that I do. I think that Iresults am a good Satisfaction Survey Canoga Park and then Van Nuys his second. It was not about the price or actually having it, but his journey to husband, father, community member,told business I do feel that I am us man, thatbut the number get to a place where he could buy them and enjoy them, for him. He did it, he lacking in different areas. I suppose I could make any amount of reasonable one complaint amongst our Woodland Hills really did. Two of the most desirable supercars in his garage. Well done sir. excuses, being tired, being busy, not having enough free time, but, I do owners was the lack 100%. I wonder, do we all live at 100% and what exactly does it mean. I remember getting up at 4:30am to ride my bicycle, something now that seems ofwith convenience of our remember one day when I was cycling with a friend, we were racing each other unfathomable. Unfathomable, because two kids, we don’t sleep a lot. And service locations. up a section of Mulholland Hwy, we were going so damn hard racing to the top my work schedule. But, there are tons of athletes that do get up that early to of a hill. Neither of us would back off. I beat him over the top and then almost train and earlier. I could turn off the TV and go to bed an hour earlier, but I passed out! Calabasas It was the hardest I had ever gone in a sprint. I remember it well. don't. I am proud of that moment, but in retrospect, I wonder if that is the hardest I suppose I could plan better, with business, with vacations rarely taken. I have ever gone. I have dropped in on big waves, and passed on others, but, There are so many things that I could do better. I would say that I am about did I drop in the biggest waves I could have. I know there were times where I 75%. Maybe 80. Higher for father and husband, but, I could still do better thought I was going to possibly drown if a huge wave broke on me, and yes, I there. have kissed the sand after getting out of the water during a huge swell so happy The other thing these guys talk about is detail. They love detail. They to be alive. And yes, you do feel alive. love craftsmanship. They love the time and energy that goes into a product or Beverly Hills are willing to pay any amount of money for something if they feel There is something about being all in. 100%. When you just can’t stop service. They Introducing twolove new drop-off what you are doing. For me it was always sporting activities.West I remember that someone poured their heart and soul into it. They being at the cutting LA points and Nuys. surfing at one of the islands off of Tahiti. I was surfing out at the reef which edge, redefining trends and thinking outsideinofWest the box.LA You mayVan say that it is was about 400 yards out. A long way out. If you had to paddle to the reef easier to do with money, but these guys didn't always have money. What they it would be about 45 minutes. I would pay a local guy to give me a ride on had was a ton of heart, motivation and a belief in themselves. And they never his boat and then have him pick me up 5 hours later. I was surfing with this gave up. They kept going and going until they became successful and their own british guy when he saw a 15 ft shark and then paddle to his sailboat and left success offered greater opportunities and they had the ability to jump on them, me there all alone. Shark bait. I was all in that day. For sure. I had four more Santa Monicathe experience to know that it was a great opportunity and the courage to go hours of surfing and a shark swimming back and forth. That day was 100%. for it. Maybe that is the journey part. There was another time as well, circled by sharks in the South Pacific, boy you I wonder where I would rate on a journey level? The other day I was at a really feel alive and hope you live. potential client and Laird Hamilton walked by. If you know surfing, you know I can recall conquering fear, riding down a hill on my mountain bike or that he is arguably the best “waterman” in the world. He has surfed the biggest road bike, being 100% in. That if you crash, you are going to the hospital or... waves, has defined and redefined surfing trends, has defied death many times even worse. To make that commitment and go for it. Go for it. and the guy is all out awesome. Now that guy has a journey. Traveled the world Being alive, that is when I felt most alive. When I had skin in the game. following his passion, doing thingsWith in thesites water that are deemed impossible in Calabasas, Canoga Knowing that if you crash there will be serious consequences. Or if you drop and providing inspiration for millions. For many he is a living legend. The Park, Woodland Hills, Van Nuys, in on that huge wave....man, what could happen? To drown or break a neck, only other times I have seen him were surfing in Malibu and riding his bike on Beverly West LA, and that would suck. And surfing big Zuma or surfing a reef, can have serious Kanan. I wanted to walk up to him, shake hisHills, hand and say “thank you.” Why? you nowforhave consequences. Because the guy is awesome. ThatSanta guy is inMonica, charge of his journey sure and The journey. My friend likes the journey. It is funny, I have another he is definitely 100%, 100% of theatime. He has operate at to his level choice oftolocation use.and friend that talks about the journey. He too is very successful, works very hard to stay alive. I bet he makes a conscious decision every day to do the best in and I can say is always 100%. The Journey. Let’s think about that. The first guy everything he does. Again, his life depends on it. I am mentioning said, 25 years ago I was broke, now I have two of the rarest Your life depends on it... I wonder if it is possible to 100% all of the supercars in my garage at home. What a journey! time. It seems that the people that are at the forefront of what they do, the The Journey. Do you think about the steps you have taken to get where people that really excel and grow are pushing that hard. Maybe harder. They you have gotten or the road that you are on. Do you enjoy the journey? I don't are always looking for something else to do, a different approach, a different often think about the journey. Oddly, I had another friend that I ran into the direction, a better way, more efficiency and more fun. Somehow they have same day within the same couple of hours. He is a car collector, he is friends found a way to take what they do and make it fun. And the fun drives their with guys like Jay Leno. I was telling him how I was present when Jay Leno passion to excel and succeed. I think it becomes natural for those that chose to took delivery of his McLaren P1. That I had no idea how I was invited there, run at 100%. Maybe it is actually harder for them to run less than 100% that To make your next service but it was such an honor. And that at one point Jay walked over and knew my it is to run full bore all the time. 100% becomes like breathing for them, it is and arrange a decide name and asked how my family was. I never knew he knew my name...just what defines them, motivates themappointment and sets them apart from those who figured he thought I was the guy in the orange hat at the car show. Jay then just enough is enough. I suppose mediocrity the acceptance of average drop off ispoint that best suitsand asked if I wanted to be a “double” sitting in the car while they set up the shot. I average doesn’t inspire. Average isyou. easy. Too I guess at the end of Calleasy. Irene Velazquez atthe day, was stoked. What an honor. Sure to some it might just be sitting in a car, but when you are laying on your deathbed, did you get 100% out of your journey, (818) 932-1707 or email to me, I thought, how did I get here, Jay Leno knows my name and I am sitting out of your life? irenev@theautogallery.com. in the 1st McLaren P1 delivered, and it is Jay Leno’s car. I had no idea how I got there, how this moment in time worked out, but,it was a journey indeed. Be inspirational!
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Past Events:
Panterapalooza DeTomaso
ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY JAMES STANLEY
May 6th, 2018 was the date that all Southwestern Pantera owners will remember for years. It was the date of the annual Panterapalooza gathering in Irvine, CA. More than two dozen incredibly rare DeTomaso Panteras and other DeTomaso models were on display for all to see. Car after car made its way up onto the park lawn and were carefully positioned to create a fantastic display. The owners and spectators alike crowded each vehicle as its made its way to its show spot to see it up close. There were several Panteras that were modified wildly, and others that were closer to stock that were still just as beautiful. Some were ready for a Concours event, and others looked like unrestored daily drivers, but all were incredibly impressive. It was really amazing to see the variations of these cars and how different they all looked from each other. Perhaps I should start saving my pennies now!
RM Sotheby’s Scottsdale, Arizona Auction January 2021
Story and Photos by Greg Grudt - @exoticcarfotos
Every year Scottsdale, Arizona has their version of Car Week in the month of January. This year, most of the Arizona Car Week events have been postponed to March. RM Auctions received the green light and held their auction as planned on Friday, January 22, 2021. The Otto Car Club in Scottsdale graciously hosted the auction in their exclusive and spacious facility. With guest health and safety being their highest priority, RM Sotheby’s did a fantastic job ensuring just that. With temperature checks at the door and the socially distanced seating arrangements during the actual auction, I felt very comfortable during my visit. This particular auction saw bidders by phone and online from 35 different countries, as well as in person. The Scottsdale Auction collected a staggering $35,065,900 in total sales with 90% of the vehicles being sold that day. Prior to the auction, I had never been inside of this facility, but I was extremely impressed. The building was full of cars, not all of which were auction cars. Stored up on lifts three stories high, I saw numerous Porsches, Mercedes and even a Maserati MC12 and a Ferrari LaFerrari. I can only imagine what else they store inside when there isn’t a large auction taking up a majority of the space. If you live in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and you are in need of long term storage for your classic or collectible vehicle, I would recommend giving them a call. The RM Sotheby’s Scottsdale Auction catalog was pretty solid this year. There were vehicles available for just about every budget range. The red 1955 Jaguar D-Type was undoubtedly the most expensive car sold during the auction coming in at $6M inclusive of the buyer’s premium. The 1937 Bugatti Type 57SC came in 2nd place selling for a whopping $4,735,000. The very first McLaren Speedtail to come up for auction (1 of 106 produced)
was sold for $3,277,500. It was nice to finally see one in person. A few have been delivered to California already, yet I had to travel to Scottsdale to see my first Speedtail…go figure. A spectacular blue Cizeta V16T (1 of 9 produced) sold for $665,000 and a gorgeous blue 2019 Ford GT with a rare lightweight option sold for $967,500. A rare yellow with tan interior Ferrari Enzo did not sell which surprised me a bit. The Koenigsegg Regera, along with a few other vehicles, did not meet their reserve, but as of now are still available for sale on the RM website. Congratulations to RM Sotheby’s for another successful auction. Special thanks to the teams at RM Sotheby’s and Otto Car Club for the wonderful hospitality during my visit. I look forward to covering the RM Monterey auctions in August during Car Week. Story and Photos by Greg Grudt - @exoticcarfotos
By Dustin Troyan Photography by Tadeh Davoudi
Porsche Corral Days at Supercar Sunday are incredible as you never know who or what type of cars will turn up. That is something that Supercar Sunday is known for as well, diversity. This past Porsche Corral was no different. When we got word from Bisi Ezerioha of Bisimoto Engineering that he wanted to share one of his latest creations, we were hugely excited. It was not the first time Bisi had attended Supercar Sunday and we hope that his last visit will not be his last. Bisi was very kind to share his Bisimoto Porsche 935 K3 Electric race car with Supercar Sunday. The car makes 635hp and yes, it is indeed all electric. Needless to say, it was the car of the day! Perhaps the year! The attendees went wild over the all electric Porsche race car and Bisi was equally excited to share and spend time answering questions for hours. It was awesome! Thank you Bisi! Porsche Corral Day was a huge success with some of the rarest Porches on display as well as daily drivers and track cars. From air-cooled to turbos and RS Models, if Porsche made it, there was an example of it at Supercar Sunday. Not to get off topic, but it was a hugely successful morning with every type of other make and model on display. Hot rods, classics, imports, European and just about everything else that can drive in, did drive in. It was fantastic! Supercar Sunday is a weekly event presented by www.Keyescars.com and Porsche Woodland Hills. The event is every Sunday at Pierce College in Woodland Hills.
By Dustin Troyan Photography by Tommy Huth
The 2020 Grand National Roadster Show is in it’s 71st year. Once known as the Oakland Roadster Show, it is the longest running indoor car show in the world. This year, the Pomona Fairplex went all out to present the very best in custom automobiles. The Grand National Roadster Show is the embodiment of the classic car and hot rod movement. Notably, the roadsters are the highlight. The show boasts one of the most prestigious awards in hot rodding and custom car building; America’s Most Beautiful Roadster Award. Known as the AMBR Award, this award is the Roadster Show’s highlight and the award to win. This year’s trophy went to Monty Belsham’s Kugel Muroc ’32, built by Squeeg’s Kustoms. Winning ths award can put you on the map, for your build, vision and execution. It is truly an honor and is globally recognized. Having A show like the Grand National in our own backyard, is par for the course as Southern California is considered the birthplace of hot rodding and custom car building. This show is a tribute to all things hot rodding and customizing as well as a tribute to all of those car builders, innovators and car owners who dared to push the envelope of creativity, passion, design, craftsmanship and of course spending money. This is a show that every car lover should attend at least once! If you didn’t make the trip to Pomona this year to see this auto show, and you love custom cars, make sure you put this event on your list to attend. The GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER never disappoints.
Tips
For Maintaining & Protecting Your Ferrari From the Mattioli Automotive Group
DETAILING In addition to keeping a car looking its best, consistent detailing is an important step in protecting a vehicle’s finish. Contaminants such as dirt, pollen, tree sap, and bird droppings can scratch and deteriorate painted surfaces if left over long periods. Given the value of a Ferrari, It is important to ensure that “best practices” are followed when performing a car wash; here are just a few from Mattioli Automotive Group’s (MAG) very own detailing specialists. • Use the proper products: Ensure that the soap and other cleaning products being used have been formulated specifically for automotive use. Excessively strong chemicals and detergents will not only strip the wax off but can also dull the finish on paint and trim. • All Towels are not equal: Microfiber towels offer low friction and can absorb more than seven times their weight in water, making them less abrasive and more effective than other towels. It is best to use a separate towel for each function (i.e..washing, drying, applying chemicals, etc). Also, towels should never be used if they are contaminated or have fallen on the ground; washing your towels often will help ensure that they are free of debris. • Two bucket Technique: To help prevent the re-introduction of dirt and contaminants It is best to employ the “two bucket technique” when washing your car. One bucket should contain the diluted soap and a second bucket should have clean water. After each pass with the soap, rinse contaminants off of the sponge in the clean water before re-introducing into the soap solution again. • Nooks and Crannies: Dirt and water can gather in the seams of the doors, trunk, and hood. It is important to clean and dry these areas thoroughly to prevent dripping onto clean surfaces. • Avoid Direct Sunlight: Water evaporates quickly in direct sunlight which can result in watermarks. Is your Ferrari in need of a thorough and professional cleaning? Feel free to reach out to one of the MAG’s four service centers to schedule a complete detailing service. PROTECTIVE FILM Stones, road debris, chemical stains, and UV damage are all potential dangers when exposing your prized Ferrari to the road and the elements. But owners can save themselves from headaches and costly refinishing bills simply by installing protective film over their immaculate finish. This nearly invisible film can be applied just to the most vulnerable surfaces or the entire vehicle depending on your needs and driving habits. Protect your Ferrari against road hazards and the harsh elements before it's too late. The Mattioli Automotive Group contracts several of the top protective film installers to perform the service in our facility and can guarantee timely turnaround and flawless results. To learn more about protective film options for your Ferrari, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers. CERAMIC COATING Ceramic Coating is another popular option for protecting paint and other vehicle finishes. When compared to protective film, it can be a more comprehensive and economical alternative. Ceramic coating is a special chemical compound that is applied to various vehicle finishes to form a permanent bond with the surface. The result is a 9H+ hard coating that repels water and offers protection from UV rays, chemicals, oxidation, and corrosion. It can be applied to paint for protection against light scratches, wheels to prevent the build-up of brake dust, and glass for increased visibility in wet weather. The MAG contracts several of the top ceramic coating specialists to perform the service in our facility and we can guarantee timely turnaround and flawless results. To learn more about ceramic coating, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers.
Keep your Ferrari ready for your next drive. SKID PLATES The most common dangers for Ferrari owners are steep driveways and parking curbs. Even with the optional lifter, which is available on newer models, there are still some obstacles that are too big to maneuver over unscathed. To add protection against marring the underside of the front bumper, many owners elect to install a skid plate. This sacrificial piece of durable plastic polymer is precision cut to fit precisely on to the underside of the front bumper. The result is a nearly invisible layer of protection against costly paint and autobody repairs. To learn more about skid plates for your Ferrari, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers. Each MAG location stocks an extensive inventory of skid plates for various models and can complete the installation in a matter of hours. BATTERY MAINTINENCE The phrase “if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it” has never been more accurate than with regards to automotive batteries. When a battery is in a discharged state for an extended period of time the lead sulfate crystals inside the battery begin to increase in size. The bigger the crystals get, the harder they are to dissolve which ultimately blocks the chemical reaction that allows the battery to charge, and eventually leads to battery failure. For this reason, Genuine Ferrari offers Battery Re-conditioners which are designed to maintain a battery’s charge and combat the growth of sulfate crystals. A Battery Re-conditioner should be utilized any time a vehicle is parked for long periods of time. This is especially vital for new vehicles which contain more electrical components that put a drain the battery. For specific questions regarding the use of the Ferrari Battery Re-conditioners or to order one for your vehicle, feel free to reach out to one of Mattioli Automotive Group’s four service centers. "STICKY INTERIOR TRIM" Over time, environmental factors and harsh chemicals can take a toll on the interior components of a mature Ferrari resulting in sticky buttons, controls, and trim pieces. The only remedies to this condition are to replace the deteriorated components or have them re-finished. Either way, the process is very involved. Thankfully, the Mattioli Automotive Group’s service centers are very experienced with this issue and can help advise owners of their options when restoring their interior to like-new condition. If your Ferrari is in need of interior trim restoration, we invite you to reach out to one of MAG’s four service centers to learn more or schedule a service appointment.
Mattioli Automotive Group’s service centers are happy to help with any inquiries about these and other services offered to help protect and maintain your Ferrari. Ferrari South Bay Service 23305 Hawthorne Blvd Torrance, CA 90505 (877) 887-9183 service@ferrarisouthbay.com www.ferrarisouthbay.com M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm
Ferrari Beverly Hills Service 2110 Cotner Avenue. Los Angeles, CA 90025 (888) 849-9726 service@ferraribeverlyhills.com www.ferraribeverlyhills.com M - F 7:30am - 5:00pm
Ferrari Los Angeles Service 7051 Hayvenhurst Ave. Van Nuys, Ca 91406 (888) 545-4385 service@ferrariwestlake.com www.ferrariwestlake.com M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm
Ferrari Silicon Valley Service 2750 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA (888) 875-8963 service@ferrarisiliconvalley.com www.ferrarisiliconvalley.com M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm
By Dustin Troyan Photography by Steve Geldman
Past Events:
Porsche Corral Day at Supercar Sunday Just another day in California. If you know anything about the car culture, you know that California is the mecca. What happens in California resonates around the world. We have been and always will be at the leading edge of what is cool in automotive. On any given Sunday, you can see an example of just about every make and model cruising Pacific Coast Highway or Mulholland. Roads made famous by movies and the stars they featured, the passion for everything on wheels only grows. Supercar Sunday is a great example of the passion for all things automotive. For almost twenty years, Supercar Sunday has been a staple in the car world that is hard to ignore. What has made the show truly incredible over the years is not only the consistency of the weekly event, the support from the community, but most importantly the variety. The variety of cars and people. This past Porsche Marque Day, not only did two of the finest examples of the revered Porsche 959s arrive in tandem, but, General Motors also brought the brand new Chevy Corvette to share. Which would be rarer to see, two 959s or the unattainable and unreleased 2020 convertible Corvette? Needless to say, the crowd of car enthusiasts when wild and once again, the show maintained its reputation of being one of the best in the world. Just another day in California. Supercar Sunday is a weekly event presented by www.Keyescars.com and Porsche Woodland Hills. The event is every Sunday at Pierce College in Woodland Hills.
2020. That Was The Year. In 2020 life changed for all of us. People everywhere learned that "luxury" means an extra roll of toilet paper in the cupboard. Another life lesson was to sing the Happy Birthday song to our hands even when it's not their birthday. Often hope and humor helped to sustain us. Here is a humorous list of other 2020 life lessons that has been traveling around
the Internet. The source material is unknown, but we think you will enjoy it: 1. The dumbest thing I ever bought was a 2020 planner. 2. I was so bored I called Jake from State Farm just to talk to someone. He asked me what I was wearing.
3. 2019: Stay away from negative people. 2020: Stay away from positive people. 4. The world has turned upside down. Old folks are sneaking out of the house & their kids are yelling at them to stay indoors!
5. This morning I saw a neighbor talking to her dog. It was obvious she thought her dog understood her. I came into my house & told my cat. We laughed a lot. 6. Every few days try your jeans on just to make sure they fit. Pajamas will have you believe all is well in the kingdom.
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Does anyone know if we can take showers yet or should we just keep washing our hands?
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This virus has done what no woman has been able to do - cancel sports, shut down all bars & keep men at home.
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I never thought the comment, “I wouldn’t touch him/her with a 6-foot pole” would become a national policy, but here we are!
10. I need to practice social-distancing from the refrigerator. 11. I hope the weather is good tomorrow for my trip to the Backyard. I’m getting tired of the Living Room. 12. Never in a million years could I have imagined I would go up to a bank teller wearing a mask & ask for money. Wishing you a New Year full of smiles, peace, love and good health. (323) 252 1700 (310) 985 2719 Connecting the Worlds of Real Estate www.LosAngelesLuxuryHomesForSale.com
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Supercar Sunday
Article by Dustin Troyan Photos by Steve Geldman | @ImagePhotoMotorsports
The Supercar Sunday British Marque Day was a huge success. It was the last Supercar Sunday event prior to the weekly car show having to go on “hiatus” due to the Corona Virus Pandemic. As many of you know, Supercar Sunday began in the El Camino Shopping Center almost twenty years ago at the Village Coffee Roaster coffee shop. As the event grew overtime, it became one of the preeminent weekly car shows in the United States if not the world. This was also before social media was driving event participation and event coverage. The event was, is and always will be something special and we can’t wait to resume the event. The British Marque day brought British Cars of all types to Pierce College in Woodland Hills. The event Sponsored by KeyesCars.com once again kept to its reputation of offering the most amazing cars and diversity of any event around. Here are just a few examples of the British Cars in attendance. For more information: www.supercarsunday.com
The McLaren 765LT
By Dustin Troyan Photographed by McLaren
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he McLaren 765LT is spoken for... Sold out. With 765 examples made, this rarefied supercar for the streets is one of those products only a few people may claim ownership to. The “LT” stands for “longtail”, which pays homage to McLaren’s racing heritage at Le Mans and one of the most iconic race cars of all time, the McLaren F1 GTR. To make it a bit clearer, “LT” is to McLaren as “RS” is to Porsche, “ZR1” is to Corvette and so on and so forth. Basically implying that this is the limited edition, lightest weight, fastest, best, and most exclusive model of the line-up. Those that can do. McLaren produces amazing cars. Period. If you have never driven one, it is really hard to explain how special they really are. On paper the stats are very impressive, but behind the wheel, the symphony of racing heritage sings to the heavens as the driver is only limited by their own abilities. One might compare a McLaren to a Ferrari, Porsche GT2 RS, and similar supercars, but, it has a personality all to itself. Mclaren is Mclaren and the only way to understand that is... to drive one. The 765 LT boasts 755 horsepower and 590 lb.-ft. of torque from twin-turbocharged V8 engine. This enables the 765 LT to an earth shattering 0-60mph in 2.7 seconds; 0-62mph in 2.8 seconds; 0–124mph in 7.0 seconds and 0-186mph in 18.0 seconds. I dare say there are few on the planet who could drive this car to its limits, but to be a passenger when they did would be a story for life. If you can, you should, why wouldn’t you. For those that know, that understand the legacy of McLaren, this car will be hard to beat and over time...well, Google what a McLaren F1 goes for... For more info: www.mclaren.com
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By Dustin Troyan Photography by Chevrolet
The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette and Camaro are bursting at the seams with performance and technology. Somehow Chevrolet has been able to provide supercar performance to the “average” car enthusiast. The evolution of both the Corvette and the Camaro are a source of American automotive pride, offering tremendous performance at a tremendous value. Today’s Corvette and Camaro could go head to head with just about any European sports car or sports car otherwise. The flagship 2021 Camaro ZL1/1LE starts at about $63,000.00 and will buy you a mountain of performance. The heart of the ZL1/1LE as it is known to enthusiasts is a 6.2L supercharged V8 engine pushing out an astonishing 650 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque. Available with a 6-speed manual or a 10-speed paddle shift automatic transmission, you should definitely splurge on the Brembo 6-piston front and 4-piston rear calipers in Red (1LE Extreme Track Performance Package). A race car for the street with the drivability of a Cadillac. Then there is the glorious C8 Corvette. An absolute incredible showing of the best that GM/Chevrolet can offer. By all standards and rights it is a supercar that is within reach for a large segment of car enthusiasts. The first mid-engine Corvette, it is a grand-slam home-run. Available in both coupe and convertible models, this new mid-engine Corvette will get from standing to sixty miles per hour in under three seconds. At a price point far below it’s contemporaries, there is no denying that the Corvette is the best priced sports car on the planet and one of the best sports cars on the planet. If you are a car enthusiast it is truly a great time to be alive. Performance and technology is moving in warp speed and horsepower is available and within reach. Great job Chevrolet! For more information: www.chevrolet.com
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Rare Among the Rare ARTICLE BY Sandy Bettelman
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Manufacturer
Alvis Car and Engineering Company Ltd was a British manufacturing company in Coventry from 1919 to 1967. Alvis cars were a quality build equivalent to a Bentley. In addition to automobiles designed for the civilian market, the company also produced racing cars, aircraft engines, armored cars and other armored fighting vehicles. In 1968, a buyout of the car operations was finalized and all the Alvis car design plans, customer records, stock of parts and remaining employees were transferred to Red Triangle of England (still in existence today). The Alvis TB 21 was a two seater open car (right-hand drive) based on the running gear of the TA 21 saloon and made only in 1952. Alvis contracted AP Metalcraft, a Coventry coachbuilder, to produce the TB 21 body to fit on the TA 21 chassis. Alvis, records show that 31 TB 21 Sports Tourers were produced. Only 8 are in the USA. This Alvis TB 21 chassis #25133 (one of the 31 built) was conceived as a factory prototype in order to have a left-hand drive, 4-seater roadster for the American market in the lineup of Alvis Cars. The project was discontinued because of the high cost of production (making this car a one off ). In 1952 this car was sold to the Alvis dealer in New Zealand. Since early 2000s, this one of a kind car was in Southern Germany. In 2017 this prototype car came to America, as was originally intended.
Alvis Car and Engineering Co. Ltd.
Location
Coventry, England
Model/Year
TB 21 Sport Tourer 1952
Production
30 (RHD, 2-Seater)
Prototype
1 (LHD, 4-Seater)
US IMPORT
8 Original MSRP 21 ÂŁ1,598 = $4500
DIMENSIONS Length 177.5in
Wheelbase 111.5in
Width 66in
Height 58in
Weight
2844lbs
MECHANICALS Engine
3.0L In-Line 6 Cylinder
Power
95 HP | 150 lb-ft tq
Transmission
4-Speed Manual
Suspenion
Independent Coil Spring Front Beam Axel, Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Rear
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Brakes Drum
Performance Top Speed 95 mph
1st Gear | 31mph 2nd Gear | 47mph 3rd Gear | 69mph 4th Gear | 95mph
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2006 Porsche Cayman 987 A beautiful example of a 2006 Porsche Cayman S that is ready for the next owner. Owned by a mature car collector this Cayman S is in impeccable condition. Service records are available upon request. - Displacement: 3.4l - Transmission: Automatic/ Tiptronic S - Exterior Color: Red Metallic - Interior Color: Stone Grey Stadard Interior - Heated Front Seats - 19in Sport Design Wheels - Bose Surround System - more options as well. For More info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com FOR SALE
1996 FORD MUSTANG COBRA #1205 1996 Ford Mustang Cobra #1205 with Mystic Paint. This Cobra is a single owner car owned by a Ford Collector. With 20,829 Original Miles, this is the rare opportunity to own an “unmolested” Cobra. The vehicle is fully documented, clean Carfax and all original. All servicing has been done at the dealer. This rare cobra is ready to go into your collection. Contact: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com for more info. FOR SALE
1989 PONTIAC TRANS AM If you're a fan of Pontiac, then you know how special this car is. Besides it being a limited production Trans Am GTA, it's fully loaded and completly stock. It has never been registered, and rarely driven with only 740 original miles on it. This 80's icon will only increase in value, and it a piece of Pontiac history. For more information please contact dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1930 FORD COUPE Out of the Harrah’s Collection. This is a stunning 1930 Coupe. Owned for 40 years after purchased from Harrah’s. Ruble Seat, All steel, All original. Needs the interior to be finished. For more info: dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1970 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1 1970 Ford Mustang Mach1 This car is a 351 Cleveland, with an Automatic transmission. All options including air conditioning. This car is a show car quality, has been featured in magazines and is ready to drive cross country. The car has had the same owner for over over 20 years and is collector owned. Asking $55,000.00 For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1954 Chevy Sedan Delivery 6 cyl. Registered, Running and ready to go. Restoration is 85% done, needs interior work to finish. A very nice example. For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1988 Porsche 928 S4 Barn Find Original Owner! What a find! Local to Southern California, this is an original owner 1988 Porsche 928 S4. This Porsche is extremely well kept with just over 52,000 original miles. Only having had one owner in its lifetime the record keeping of this car is mostly complete and the sale comes with years of maintenance records and documentation of the car. Contact Information: Collector owned, this Porsche was always kept in pristine condition. Only driven on the weekend, this is Porsche is Dustin@Connectedmediagroup.com owned by the type of person you want to buy a Porsche from. This 928 is accident free and has never had any body or paint repair in its lifetime. The exterior of the Porsche is in wonderful condition. All light assemblies are complete and intact. The front spoiler, vinyl hatch trim, and rear bumper guards are excellent. All glass is clear without any scratches. This Porsche is all original. Yes, All original. The interior is in excellent condition. Ready for your PCA run or out do dinner, this Porsche is as new as an unrestored car can get. The leather seats show no wear and the carpets look showroom. The 928 has the distinction of being Porsche’s first production V8 powered model and the only coupé powered by a front-mounted V8 engine. The automatic transmission shifts beautifully and is very smooth. The engine sounds great and the car drives as it was designed to. Everything on this Porsche works and the car is ready to drive. If you are looking for a one owner Porsche 928 s4, look no further, this is your unicorn. For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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2012 PORSCHE GTS CABRIOLET One owner, 6,700 miles. All options other than ceramic brakes. In perfect condition. Garage kept, only driven on the weekend. NOT a daily driver. This Porsche is in showroom condition For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1932 FORD | V8 3 Speed Manual. All Steel. Running, driving, registered. Not the original motor. Added hydraulic brakes for safety. Rumble seat car. Same owner for 30 years. A great example. For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com
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1964 1/2 FORD K-CODE MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE 1964 1/2 K-Code Mustang Convertible K-code convertible with a 289 that is Paxton Supercharger installed by Paxton for a Magazine Story. No power-steering, power brakes or power windows. This car is running, registered and is a show car. The car is all original other than the supercharger and is a true K-code. A very rare example indeed. The car has had the same owner for over over 20 years and is collector owned. Asking $65,000.00 For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com FOR SALE
1957 CHEVROLET BEL AIR 283 cu. in, four barrel, power brakes, power steering, power windows, padded dash. Same owner for over 25 years. A very clean example, running, registered and ready to drive For more info: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com FOR SALE
2001 DODGE VIPER GTS Purchased 4 years ago with 3600 original miles. Now has 8600 original miles. All original except tinted windows and muffler delete Original owner’s manual and dealer brochure. Sounds amazing! Stunning and rare collector car in EXCELLENT condition.
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by Mark Llewellyn
If you were a child in the 50’s or 60’s, the chances are you owned some type of battery operated tin toy. There were character toys, holiday toys, and vehicle toys! Most of these toys were produced in Japan. After World War II ended, the treaty with the Japanese limited the type of items that the country could produce. With a strong sense of ingenuity and work ethic, they became the premier manufacturer of inexpensive toys after the war. Soon the toys they produced had multi functions. They would move, make sounds, and have flashing lights. The majority of components used were tin. Since resources in Japan were very limited after the war, much of the tin used was from old food cans. Many of these toys if taken apart reveal names like “Hunt’s” or “Dole”. These toys were fragile to say the least. They had multi colored lithographics, plastic parts, and rubber tires. It did not take long for plastic parts to break off and batteries to wear down. A toy left in the rain was “rust” the next day. Not a lot of these toys survived. Japan has a tin toy museum, which preserves and restores these classic toys. Many books can be found on these and there is a high cash value on many. Have you been good this year? Maybe Santa will leave one of these under your tree!
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The Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster
By Dustin Troyan Photographed by Lamborghini
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he Lamborghini SVJ Roadster may just be the ultimate convertible. A very limited edition with only 800 units being produced for the global market, this is the roadster to own if you mean business.
From Lamborghini: The Aventador SVJ Roadster inherits all the power, performance and ground breaking aerodynamic technologies of the coupé, but with its own iconic presence and prowess,” says Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, Stefano Domenicali. “It is as fundamentally exciting to drive as the Aventador SVJ but with an added exclusivity: the option of the open air. With the same extraordinary performance roof on or off, the Aventador SVJ Roadster incorporates the dynamism of the coupé with the unique spirit of a Lamborghini roadster.” The SVJ Roadster, beyond it’s aggressive looks and incredible presence also has the heart to back up it’s SVJ name. The SVJ stands for Super Veloce Jota. Super Veloce means “super fast” in Italian. Jota was a name first given to a one-of-a-kind extreme performance version of the classic Lamborghini Miura back in 1970. Translation, this is a track prepped street racing machine that has the best of Lamborhgini’s heritage and technology. It is “the package.” The SVJ boasts the most powerful series production V12engined car produced by Lamborghini, outputting 770 hp at 8,500 rpm. Lamborghini technology is at the cutting edge of handling, breaking, safety and acceleration and the SVJ Roadster is the very best option for those who demand exclusivity, performance, art and innovation. The SVJ Roadster is perfection.