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Steve McQueen's 'Le Mans' Racing Suit for Sale

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Men's Style, The Classicist

The racing suit worn by the great Steve McQueen in his epic 1971 motorsports film Le Mans is being offered for sale by Toronto's Collector's Studio. The iconic two-piece flame resistant Nomex cream uniform made by Hinchman of Indianapolis bears the name of McQueen's character in the movie, Michael Delaney. It also features the insignia of Gulf, Heuer, Firestone, and the American flag. While the company has not put a firm price on the suit, there have been several serious offers so far, the highest of which is $140,000. The suit shows good signs of use and is fully documented, having been donated by Solar Productions / MGM to a British newspaper for a Le Mans themed contest in 1971. It was presented to the winner by British racing legend Richard Attwood, who won Le Mans in 1970 driving the famous Porsche 917K with Gulf livery made famous by McQueen. McQueen memorabilia is of course a proven earner; Antiquorum sold the actor's Rolex Submariner at auction last year for $234,000.

[via JamesList]

Tags: celebrity, Collectors Studio, entertainment, Heuer, Le Mans, memorabilia, motor racing, movies, Porsche, race car, racing, racing+suit, racingsuit, Steve McQueen

Le Mans-Winning Aston Martin That Inspired Bond's DBS for Sale at $1.5 Million

by Jared Paul Stern (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

The incredible Aston Martin DBR9 race car (above) that was the 2008 Le Mans GT1 class winner and fifth vehicle overall is a pretty mean piece of machinery in its own right. But the car, which was built in 2006, has an even more impressive item on its resumé: the DBR9's styling lead to the ultra-cool Aston Martin DBS driven by Daniel Craig as James Bond in Casino Royale. Now the iconic DBR9 has been listed for sale in the UK for about $1.5 million. Based on the DB9 road car, the name DBR9 is derived from the original 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning DBR1 car which not only won the 24 Hour race in 1959 but also the World Sportscar title. The DBR9 features custom carbon fiber composite body panels for racing to help make the most of the 600 hp engine along with some other modifications built for speed. The racing history of the car with its famed blue and orange Gulf livery is varied and successful with 3 wins and 2 second places in the 2006 American Le Mans Series, and a win in the FIA GT1 Championship at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps as well.

Tags: Aston Martin, Aston Martin DBR9, Aston Martin DBS, carbon fiber, Casino Royale, Daniel Craig, James Bond, Le Mans, race car, supercar, UK

Winning Ferrari F1 Car Listed for Sale at $3 Million

by Jared Paul Stern (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

The amazing 2006 Ferrari 248 F1 racer (above) that was Philip Massa's No. 1 car for the 2006 Grand Prix season has been listed for sale via global online luxury marketplace JamesList for about $3 million. The car, designed by Rory Byrne and Aldo Costa featuring a 785 hp V8 engine, won seven of the last nine races of the '06 season; overall, the 248 gave Ferrari nine race wins and four pole positions, and second place finishes in both the Drivers' and Constructors' World Championships. It's just one of the rare Ferrari F1 cars listed on the site by the UK's Red Dog; also up for grabs is a 1974 Ferrari 312 B3 F1 car for $2.2 million; a 1984 Ferrari 126 C4 F1 car for $940,000; and a 1994 Ferrari 412 T1 for $810,000, all with various victories under their bonnets. Gentlemen, start your engines.

Tags: F1, Ferrari, Formula 1, Formula One, grand prix, JamesList, motor racing, race car, racecar, racing

Historic Jaguar C-Type to Fetch $3.7 Million in London

by Jared Paul Stern (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Auctions

A rare 1950s Jaguar C-Type has been added to the lineup at RM Auctions' Automobiles of London event on October 27, where it joins the famed 1964 Aston Martin DB5 driven by Sean Connery as James Bond in Goldfinger and Thunderball as we reported in June. The 1952 C-Type (above), which was taken to victory at the Golden Gate Nationals, San Francisco, by well-known driver of the period, Masten Gregory, boasts successful racing history and an unbroken chain of ownership.

Eligible for the world's most prestigious events, it is expected to fetch up to $3.7 million. "Specifically designed to win the Le Mans 24 hour race, the legendary C-Type Jaguar is one of the most desirable sports racing cars ever built," notes Max Girardo, Managing Director of RM Europe. "Powered by a 210bhp, 3,442 cc six-cylinder engine, Jaguar C-Types have an enviable racing heritage from the glory days of 1950s motorsport. The example on offer, XKC-015 is a wonderful illustration and an exciting addition to our London sale."

Gallery: 1952 Jaguar C-Type

Tags: auctions, classic cars, Jaguar, Jaguar C-Type, Le Mans, London, race car, RM Auctions, UK

1959 Ferrari Sells for Record $7.26 Million at Pebble Beach

by Jared Paul Stern (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Auctions

A rare 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione (above) with coachwork by Scaglietti fetched a whopping $7.26 million at Gooding & Company's Pebble Beach sale in California over the weekend, setting a new world record for the model and capping a round of stunning auction results. The stunning roadster, which took 5th place overall at the 1960 12 Hours of Sebring race, was just one of several multimillion-dollar Ferraris to cross the block over the weekend. Gooding & Co. also hammered down a rare 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB SEFAC Hot Rod for $6.1 million, and a 1933 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Monza for $6.7 million. As we reported previously, Bonhams set another world record over the weekend with the $4 million sale of a 1970 Porsche Gulf-JWA Le Mans 917K coupe, while RM Auctions netted $4.6 million for a 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Berlinetta, among others. Gooding achieved a new record in sales, realizing $64.5 million for 106 cars during the landmark event.

Tags: Alfa Romeo, auctions, Bonhams, California, classic cars, Ferrari, Gooding Company, Monterey, Porsche, race car, RM Auctions, world record

Performance Race Chairs for Your Office

by Laura Malesich (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Gadgets, Luxury Cars & Autos

I'm not sure where the partnership of high-end vehicles met office furniture but these luxury desk chairs put you in the driver's seat of some pretty fine autos. From Ferrari to Pininfarina, Maserati to Lamborghini and even Porsche, whatever prime car brand you admire you can sit your rear on its premium leather and speed-seeking construction everyday. If you think the list below is tempting wait till you see the gallery.

Pininfarina's Xten Office Chair ($3,000)
Ferrari 360 Daytona Office Chair ($6,500)
Maserati Coupe Office Chair ($3,500)
Ferrari Challenge Leather Race Chair ($4,000)
Ferrari 430 Daytona Office Chair ($7,500)
Lamborghini Superleggera Grey ($5,000)
Porsche 997 GT3 RS ($3,500)

'Tis the season...for speed.

Gallery: Race Inspired Office Chairs

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Tags: ferrari, lamborghini, maserati, performance chair, PerformanceChair, pininfarina, porsche, race car, race car chair, RaceCar, RaceCarChair

Monticello Driving Club

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

For those who spend money on exotic cars it can often be a challenge finding a place to let them really show what they can do. After all, you don't want to split your Ferrari Enzo in two taking a sharp turn on PCH or face speeding tickets. For people like New York investor James Glickenhaus who paid $4 million for his one-of-a-kind Ferrari P4/5 and celebrity car collectors like Jerry Seinfeld and race car driver Jeff Gordon there is the Monticello Motor Club.

Bloomberg reports that the new Monticello Motor Club is a members-only club with a private track located 90 miles northwest of Manhattan. Members pay $125,000 for access to the , 4.1-mile loop plus $7,500 in annual dues. Membership is by invitation only and enrollment will be capped at 500. In this exlcusive club, members' net worth averages almost $20 million. It cost about $50 million to build the facility, which is on the site of a former airport near the village of Monticello. The clubhouse is a 30,000 square foot facility that includes a fitness center, restaurant, bar, lounge and business center. Cars can be stored in temperature-controlled garages. Future plans include a hotel, spa, cafe, stores, and a helipad for quicker transportation from Manhattan.

Those who can't afford membership can buy day passes for $2,500. A race with retired race-car driver Mario Andretti will be part of the opening celebrations this weekend.

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Tags: james glickenhaus, JamesGlickenhaus, jeff gordon, JeffGordon, jerry seinfeld, JerrySeinfeld, monticello motor club, MonticelloMotorClub, race car

Luxury Motoring Without the Gas Guzzlage

by Erin Mays (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

Gas is getting more expensive, both politically and economically, yet we cringe to see the likes of Cameron Diaz and George Clooney in such un-glamorous vehicles as the Toyota Prius hybrid or Tango electric car.What's a politically and environmentally-conscious luxury car lover to do?

Hybrid Technologies has the answer. Check this out:

Ferrari F430: 660 hp, 0-60 in 3.3 seconds, mileage of 8 city/12 highway.

Hummer H1: 300 hp, maximum towing capacity of 9,303 lbs., mileage data not available because its curb weight exempts it from EPA testing, but estimates put the H1 at about 10 mpg... on diesel.

Hybrid Technologies' 2007 L1X-75: 600 hp, 0-60 in 3.1 seconds, runs on lithium batteries charged by a simple household 110-volt outlet.

In addition to sweet Italian-inspired roadster styling, lithium battery action means no gas guzzling. Plus, the only emissions coming from this vehicle are in the form of smoke rising from squealing tires.

With Hybrid Tech wooing potential distributors at the New York International Auto Show press preview this past week, you may be able to pick one of these babies up at a dealership near you in the not-too-distant future.

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Tags: alternative fuels, AlternativeFuels, ferrari, fuel cell, FuelCell, hybrid, italian sports car, ItalianSportsCar, lamborghini, lithium, race car, RaceCar, sports car, SportsCar

Lotus 72D Collector's Edition Car

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

This ostentatious little beauty is a new 35th anniversary edition of the commemorative edition type 72D from Lotus. The edition is a tribute to the Lotus 72D's Formula 1 championship race car. The limited edition Lotus Elise will have gold wheels and gold pinstriping as well as a decorative helmet with a display case. There will be 50 of these cars worldwide with just 20 set to end up in the U.S. and they are expected to sell for under $60,000.

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Tags: elise, formula one, lotus, race car, sportscar

Maserati's Million-Euro Racecar

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

Now that they keep making more and more Bugatti Veyrons, those needing something a bit more exclusive might want to check out Maserati's latest offering. Inside Line reports that the MC12 Corsa will be a build-to-order, track-only model based on the MC12 GTI racecar. The car will sell for a million Euros ($1,275,000) and you can't even take it to the street. The car has 18-inch wheels and tires, Brembo racing brakes and a 6.0-liter V12 engine that delivers 755 horsepower.

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Tags: bugatti, exotic car, maserati, mc12 corsa, race car, racecar

Mercedes Lotec C 1000 on eBay

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Auctions

Our siblings over at Autoblog do an eBay find of the day. Their picks are always fun to see but today's entry is truly extraordinary. This beauty is a car created by Mercedes and Lotec called the C 1000. There is only one in the world and it has a carbon fiber body with a twin-turbo 5.6L V8 engine. It has a top speed of 268 mph and does the zero-to-60 hop in just 3.2 seconds. The bidding starts at $350,000 which is a deal considering that it cost over $2 million to create back in the 1990s. The eBay listing has more pictures including shots of the car's candy-apple-red leather interior.

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Tags: auction, automoblie, ebay, exotic car, lotec, mercedes, race car, super car

Sinden Racing

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Events

Have the urge to take a spin in an IndyCar this summer? Sinden Racing arranges the ultimate driving experience for those with the need for speed. In order to drive the car you must first go through an orientation program and then get outfitted into a race suit, gloves, and helmet. You will be strapped into a real IndyCar and follow a certified instructor around the course. For those who would like to be driven rather than drive, you can ride in a special two-seater IndyCar. The driving events take place at the Indianapolis Raceway Park and the riding events are scheduled for a variety racetracks around the U.S. this summer at a starting price of $550.

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Tags: indianapolis, indycar, race car, race track, racecar, racktrack, sinden racing, SindenRacing

Maserati Opens a North American Driving School

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Events

Maserati is following in the footsteps of Ferrari and Land Rover and opening a driving school. The Master Maserati North America Driving School is open to Maserati owners or anyone who wants to drive a Maserati around a world-class racetrack, Road Atlanta. The school will begin next month and will offer one-and two-day programs and will offer the GranSport, Quattroporte and Coupe. The school will be managed by Panoz Racing School and each course is limited to 18 participants per session. One-day courses will cost $1,800 with two-day courses at $3,400, not including airfare and transportation. Two-day courses will include a dinner and stay at the Chateau Elan Inn and Resort.

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Edo Competition Maserati MC12

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

Inside Line shows us another tease car, a one-off that has already found a home. This is a souped-up version of the Maserati MC 12. Edo Competition, a tuning company which specializes in exotics, created it for a "wealthy Russian enthusiast." The car has 700 horsepower and can hit speeds over 230 mph. It also has bigger ceramic brakes, an adjustable suspension, Bridgestone tires instead of Pirellis and a spiffy new paint scheme.

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Tags: edo competition, exotic, maserati, mc12, race car, sports car

The Antas Project

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

Autoblog has pictures of the Antas project, another swoop-shouldered car destined to make me swoon. The Antas project is as much art as auto, it was designed on paper not in a computer. The Antas gets its name from the Etruscan word for eagle and gets its power from a Maserati engine. It may look a bit overwrought but I love it right down to that weird fin on the back. Autoblog has lots of pictures of this amazing vehicle.

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