‘Exclusive’ does not even begin to describe this car. Scheduled to hit auction blocks in July, the only Ford GT Roadster to ever race at the Le Mans, is expected to fetch up to $10M. Going up for bid at the Mecum Auction’s upcoming Indy 2020 sale, this competition prototype roadster, is just one of five open-top examples every built and one of two still in existence today.

The Prestigious Ford GT/109 Competition Prototype Roadster is Worth At Least $10M

Constructed by Ford Advanced Vehicles, England, in March 1965, the Ford GT/109 Roadster entered the 24 Hour Le Mans race under the automaker’s French division, making it the sole open-cockpit GT to ever compete in the legendary competition. Completing 11 laps before facing technical difficulty and a failed gearbox, the model was swiftly shipped to Shelby America where it was fully rebuilt and refurbished, before being transferred to Kar-Kraft where it became known as a developmental vehicle for transmissions, motors, and other parts and applications.

Gifted in 1968 to Dean Jeffries, it remained in immaculate condition under a single ownership up till 2013, where it was acquired by Dana Mecum. Now, the curvaceous speedster returns to the public eye, in its original Le Mans livery, with a white base bisected by a thick blue racing stripe, bordered by two thin red pinstripes and a matching blue interior, this car is fueled by a Cobra-spec 289 cubic-inch engine, mated with a ZF 5-speed gearbox.

Boasting a multitude of rare modifications, the Ford GT/109 Roadster which will go for bid from 10^th to 20^th July 2020, features side-mounted engine oil radiators, rear-body exit vents, and a dramatic rear spoiler.

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Situated on Half Moon Street close to Green Park Underground Station in London, the six storey Mayfair Townhouse, designed by Katharine Pooley, combines cutting edge lighting with ornate classical architecture.

Katharine Pooley Transforms The Decades-Old Mayfair Townhouse in London

Featuring private dining rooms, intimate fireplaces, expansive basements and cushy bedrooms, the building represents the epitome of luxury and symmetry with three rock crystal and brass lighting installations suspended below the ceiling’s intricate scrolling plaster moulding, every detail is mirrored to amplify the pulchritudinous architecture.

Boasting clean lines and immaculate finishes, the building is littered with eye-catching lapis coffee tables and bleached birds eye maple joinery, backed by the highest grade of white onyx.

In the dining room, hand painted cherry blossom chinoiserie adorns each walls, whilst ripple effect Murano glass chandelier and wall lights brighten the space, create the perfect balance of opulence. With one-of-a-kind detailing scattered throughout, from the inset agate and bronze starbust dining table top, to the agate and brass threat stitch work on the cushions, each miniscule detail works seamlessly together to create a cohesive theme within the space.

Showcasing vast ceilings and listed panelling, the main entrance is enhanced by sweeping installations of twisted glass, alongside a meticulously handcrafted chandelier from Europe, which work to reflect a precise shapely and ombre effect. In this case, pairing high gloss, black chevron parquet floors, a bespoke glass lift shaft and a sculpture from Irish artist, Niamh Barry, has proven to be undeniable awe-inspiring.

 

In the space combining the original arts and crafts mouldings with the stark linear utilitarianism of New York lighting designer, Bec Brittain, lies a dark panelled reception room, lined with selenite side tables and cashmere curtains for a touch of organic warmth, whilst specified black wood marble flooring and a vanity top with rebated Murano glass wall lights, emphasise the client’s desired dark and ‘moody’ feel.

Featuring a large mirror to reflect the elegant simplicity of the vast nickel and crystal orb chandeliers, the ground floor living room consists of intricately carved detailing of the statuary marble fireplace with contemporary burnt orange accessories and bespoke lamps made from large nuggets of citrine crystal.

 

A deep cobalt blue adds depth to an ivory scheme, as the bedroom’s gypsum panelling sits on either side of the headboard and is softly lit by the crystal and nickel table lamps below. Showcasing a multitude of the highest-grade marble, selected by the designer over the course of her many travels to the quarries of Northern Italy, the room features highly polished Zabrina marble positioned horizontally around the room, alongside incredible Selenite slab wall lights, held in a polished and glowing stainless steel knuckle.

Reworking the layouts on the top floor to create three children’s bedrooms, nickle table lamps works to add a playful touch to the oldest boy’s room, as emerald green silk and burnished bronze cushions add a richness to the tonal master bedroom.

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Echoing the leather and nickel finish of the table lamps with the surrounding joinery to create a cohesive theme, the master ensuite is clad in tempered cream travertine stone and ivory polished plaster.

Finally, topping the building off with a basement, ground floor, and a limestone clad roof terrace, the property features a light filled spa, sauna, steam room, and gym, plus multiple contemporary sculptural furniture.

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Revolutionary ‘Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63’ to Launch in 2021

Automobili Lamborghini and The Italian Sea Group will launch the first 60-knot Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 next year, having recently revealed details of the supercar-inspired motor yacht.

Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 will reach 60 knots with twin MAN V12 2,000hp engines

With a design influenced by the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37, the sleek 19.2m yacht is being built by The Italian Sea Group, which owns the Tecnomar and Admiral luxury yacht brands and NCA Refit.

With twin MAN V12 2,000hp engines, the 63-footer will be Tecnomar’s fastest model, with a top speed of 60 knots. The use of carbon-fibre material – typical of Lamborghini super sports cars – enables the ultra-lightweight yacht to weight just 24 tonnes.

The yacht’s sporty design was inspired by the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37

Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, said: “Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 will become as futuristic an icon as the car she is inspired by. Selected owners around the world will own not only the fastest Tecnomar motor yacht in the fleet but a Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 masterpiece.

“I’m proud we have chosen to create this innovative and challenging project with Automobili Lamborghini, which links technology, supreme design, quality and performance.”

Lamborghini’s Style Centre helped design the super sporty yacht

Designed in collaboration with Lamborghini’s Centro Stile (‘Style Centre’), the yacht was inspired by the Sián FKP 37, the hybrid super sports car incorporating a supercapacitor and groundbreaking technology, and offering customised colours and details.

The yacht’s super sporty exterior is characterised by a sporty silhouette, with an aerodynamic hardtop is inspired by Lamborghini roadsters. The hull and superstructure are created from a high-performance shell developed by naval engineers specialising in hydrodynamic sciences.

The aerodynamic hardtop is inspired by Lamborghini roadsters

The bow lights are an homage to the Lamborghini concept car Terzo Millennio and the Sián FKP 37, both distinctive for their Y-shaped front lights.

Lamborghini’s iconic clean lines, hexagon shapes, Y-motif and materials are incorporated into the design, together with the fully customisable colours and materials in the manner of the company’s Ad Personam programme.

Clients can choose from extensive exterior colours and livery options

Clients can choose from extensive exterior colours and livery options, while the interior is offered in two versions, with options from an extensive combination of materials.

The yacht’s instrument panel interprets the car cockpit in a nautical style. As in Lamborghini super sports cars, details are finished in carbon-fibre, with Lamborghini’s Carbon Skin used in the sports seats and on the helm, styled as the super sports car’s steering wheel. The two start/stop buttons, one for each engine, are the same used to start a Lamborghini engine.

The instrument panel interprets the car cockpit in a nautical style

Stefano Domenicali, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, said: “Our co-operation on this yacht allows the essence of both organisations’ style and expertise to be transferred to different worlds, sharing in their diversity to interpret and add value to the final product in a new environment. If I had to imagine a Lamborghini on water, this would be my vision.”

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SEABOB-The World's Fastest Water Sled

This luxury yacht toy has taken the watersports industry by storm, and can be found in yacht charters and beaches in places like Miami, Aruba, Ibiza, Curacao, and the Maldives.

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The Bahamas’ road to tourism recovery

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is preparing for Phase 2 of the Tourism Readiness and Recovery Plan, which will begin tomorrow and will allow for the resumption of international travel to The Bahamas. Policies and procedures for all travellers visiting The Bahamas beginning 1st July are as follows. Plans continue to evolve in response […]

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