Posted by Patrick Woolmer on Thu 5th February 2009 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Luxury Auto
This remarkable Ducati Carbon motorcycle weighs a piffling 143 kg with an engine output of 170 hp. That makes this bike bloody quick or in technical terms it produces 840 grp/hp which is a lot 
I think…..
The structure of the Ducati 999S Full Carbon is composed of lightweight carbon (as the name suggests) and titanium - this propels the retail price up to
120,000.00 Euros. For that, you get a superbike that does 0 - 100km in less than 3 seconds. Amazing, but it would scare the wits out of me!
Is Ascari the most exclusive driving club in the world?
Ermmm… YES!
The luxury Ascari Race Resort is nestled in the heart of southern Spain’s Andalusian Mountains (about an hour’s drive from the pomp and extravagance of Puerta Banus). Thanks to its geographical seclusion and protection from prying paparazzi, this is somewhere where the world’s wealthiest car enthusiasts and celebrities mingle and drive 360 days of the year.
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Posted by Patrick Woolmer on Fri 5th September 2008 at 06:00 AM, Filed in Luxury Auto
One in four adults (26 per cent) - that’s 12 million people - would rather own a used ‘prestige’ brand car than a new run of the mill vehicle according to research released by BMW Financial Services.
Men are more likely than women to choose a used prestige brand over a new mid-market vehicle. Almost a third of men (31 per cent) would rather have a top-end second hand car, while women are most likely to opt for the new bog-standard version (36 per cent). Image-conscious younger people are also leading this trend, with almost a third (31 per cent) of 18-21 year-olds hankering after refinement and luxury on the road, preferring a second-hand but high-end model to a new “average little run around.” Londoners and residents in Northern Ireland are most likely to choose a used prestige vehicle.
Joe Pattinson, General Manager of Marketing for BMW Financial Services, said:
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Becker Automotive Design Partners and STRUT have collaborated to produce this impressive Custom Escalade Limousine.
The new Becker/STRUT Cadillac Escalade ESV combines a blend of privacy and European luxury interior craftsmanship with cutting edge mobile office capabilities in a floor to ceiling custom leather interior designed for comfort, convenience, and ergonomic utility.
Integrated into the vehicle is an Apple iPod ready audio video system featuring satellite HDTV, DVD, and digital surround sound that yields picture and sound quality that apparently rivals those of any high end home audio or theater system. Becker has chosen high-end components from Alpine, JL Audio, LG, Dynaudio, and other manufacturers, all controlled by a custom Crestron touchscreen using proprietary Becker Automotive Design software.
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Posted by Patrick Woolmer on Thu 26th June 2008 at 06:53 AM, Filed in Luxury Auto
Two companies known for their inspirational design have collaborated to create the Versace and Lamborghini Roadster LP640. It’s obviously limited edition and unique in the fact that the programme allows individual clients to create personalised sports cars; choosing their preferred equipment technology, personalised colours and interior fittings.
The limited edition luxury car will be produced to order and displays the Versace logo on the lower part of the door. The cradle seats are clad in black and white leather, while opulent full grain soft nappa leather are hand-embroidered with the Versace logo.
Exclusive designed accessories include a trolley bag, suit carrier, gloves, driving shoes, small leather goods and even a pair of jeans. These will be available at Versace Boutiques and selected Lamborghini showrooms beginning in November 2008.
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