Arno Heirath’s Post

Our Range Rover Classic ‘Rijkspolitie’ in the weekly top 5 collector cars, to put in your garage this week.

In the wake of Marcello Gandini's passing on March 13th, 2024, the automotive world mourned the loss of one of its most visionary designers. Yet, amidst the sorrow, there remained a legacy—a legacy embodied in the timeless beauty of the 2000 Qvale Mangusta. As news of Gandini's passing spread, enthusiasts and admirers of automotive design flocked to pay tribute to the maestro who had left an indelible mark on the industry. Among them was a small group of devoted Qvale Mangusta owners who gathered for a solemn yet celebratory drive through the winding roads of Italy's countryside. As the convoy of sleek Mangustas navigated the curves and bends, they seemed to echo the graceful lines and bold spirit of Gandini's masterpiece. Each car bore witness to the genius of a man whose imagination had shaped the very essence of automotive artistry. At a picturesque stop overlooking a sun-kissed valley, the owners gathered to share stories of their beloved Mangustas and the joy they brought into their lives. Amidst the laughter and camaraderie, there was a shared sense of gratitude for Gandini's contribution to their passion. In that moment, it became clear that while Gandini had left this world, his spirit lived on in every curve, every contour, and every detail of the Qvale Mangusta. His legacy would continue to inspire generations of designers, enthusiasts, and dreamers to come. As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over the landscape, the owners revved their engines in a salute to Gandini's memory. And as the echoes of their engines faded into the night, it was as if the spirit of the maestro himself lingered, forever intertwined with the timeless beauty of his creation, the Qvale Mangusta.

For sale! 😍 KTM X-BOW GT-XR LIMITED EDITION 1 of 100

Mercedes-Maybach G 650 Landaulet with only 285 km’s, 1 of 99 manufactured… ‘Definition of unique luxury’ The history of the G-Class is rich in superlatives and landmarks. With the Mercedes-Maybach G 650 Landaulet, the off-road classic demonstrates that the definition of unique luxury can always be taken to a new level. Not only that: it is forever reinventing itself and providing yet more evidence of the potential that still resides in this classic all-terrain vehicle today, which has been in production since 1979. Tomorrow online! 🤫 www.kaevecars.com

Ferrari 196/328 SP ex Chris Rea This rare and bespoke Ferrari 196/246 SP (sport prototype) evocation was ordered by non other then rock legend Chris Rea 30 years ago! Since many years he admired racing legends like Wolfgang Von Trips and Phil Hill, just to mention a few. Chris adored the famous ‘shark nose’ race cars and had two other recreations made for his movie La Passione: a single seater F1 156 and a Ferrari 330 TRI/LM. This particular Ferrari has been recreated, based on Phil Hills Fantuzzi bodied 196 SP from 1961. The donor car was a Ferrari 328 GTS. It was the chosen because it is rear-engined and could easily be modified the accept a low replica body of the iconic Ferrari typo 196/246 SP six cylinder sports racer of the early 1960s. Furthermore the wheelbase is nearly the same as the genuine 196 SP. The alloy body has been hand crafted from thin sheet alloy panels just as they were built in period. Repeating this today would cost a fortune indeed. Some minor adaptations were made on the space frame structure in order to allow the mounting of this sleek and voluptuous work of art to the original Ferrari 328 GTS chassis. The low front section covers both radiators and a custom-built alloy cover with dzus fasteners gives access to the small racing battery and brake fluid reservoirs. The cockpit is based on the original car but with some adaptations to make it more comfortable compared to the 1961 race spider. The beautiful blue hand built racing seats have four point safety harnesses. The handsome alloy dashboard is low and based on the original layout of the 1961 sports racers. Combining the V8 performance of the ‘modern’ Ferrari 328 GTS with this beautiful and exciting lightweight body promises an exhilarating drive, just like the modern Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2, but at a fraction of the price. This gorgeous street-legal evocation of one of the sexiest sports racers ever built will put you in the seat of Phill Hill, Von Trips or Olivier Gendebien and bring you right back to those glorious days, without the complexities and technical problems of the period technical layout. The car is on the button and has recent Belgian registration documents. Also present is the old V5 registered on Chris Rea’s wife!

Expected! 🔥 Ferrari 458 Italia HELE Soon online! Kaeve Cars www.kaevecars.com