This is what happens when Pagani teamed up with Hermés

Among the world's billionaires, the Hermès brand is certainly no stranger to them as one of the French classy fashion brands. But what if those famous brand is translated into a hypercar? Of course many want to see it, and recently Hermés collaborated with an Italian premium automotive manufacturer named Pagani Automobili to launch a special edition hypercar named Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition.

Manuchehr 'Manny' Khoshbin posed with his one-of-a-kind Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2Lz4YUL)

It is one of the last Huayra coupes built with the "Tempesta package" and one of the first times these Italian supercar brand collaborated with the Parisian luxury fashion brand.
The official Pacchetto Tempesta kit was revealed in Geneva in early 2016. It features tasteful aerodynamic design, as well as upgraded suspension, exhaust and wheels.

The swanky supercar kit for the mega million-dollar coupe costs about $182,000. We can only imagine how much the customized Hermès leather interior set him back. (A fancy Hermès bag can easily cost upwards of $10,000, so a custom order can't be small change.)

One-of-a-kind Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2O2t645)

Then who is the owner of the Huayra Hermès hypercar? Yes, an Iranian-born American property entrepreneur named Manuchehr 'Manny' Khoshbin is the owner of this super-luxury Hypercar. Khoshbin says the Tempesta kit gives the appearance of better exotic Italian coupes and a bolder look.

Right side view of One-of-a-kind Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LtrrlR)

The launch of the one-of-a-kind super hypercar was first heard in 2016, is known through Manny Khoshbin's social media account, where he displays photos of the back of the Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. At that time he wrote, 'I thought I would go with the orange Hermés and carbon fiber body. Pagani Hermés edition #Pagani # 1of1 '.

And recently he also uploaded a video about this extravagant hypercar on his YouTube channel. In the video, he explained the manufacturing process from the beginning to the final product. Khoshbin first approached the famous fashion brand in 2015 with the desire to use high-quality leather that is famous in hypercar - specifically, Pagani Huayra. After consulting with Pagani Automobili in Italy, then an agreement was reached and a multi-year design process began. In this case. PaPagani relinquished some control over the car’s construction and allowed Hermés to collaborate on some key material choices.

Interior view of One-of-a-kind Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XTEa33)

Though the car initially started with a black and red color palette, the owner finally decided on the final appearance of Huayra: dark brown paint over the bespoke Hermés caramel leather interior. The same leather and stitching that lines the renowned handbags cover the Huayra’s innards, contrasting Pagani’s exceptional carbon fiber work. Other important details include the brown carbon fiber section, Hermés-badged shift lever, and intake grates comprised made to represent the designer’s "H" logo.

There are also special luggage sets specifically made for this car, made to match the seats and other major interior components. While the design might be a little over-the-top for some, it exemplifies that the length that hypercar makers like Pagani Automobili are willing to reach in order to satisfy their clients.

Rear view of One-of-a-kind Pagani Huayra Hermès Edition. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2Lo5swZ)

Just to note, in standard conditions Pagani Huayra is equipped with a Mercedes AMG V12 biturbo petrol engine with a capacity of 6,000 cc which can spew out the power up to 730 hp and maximum torque of 1,100 nm. Those engine is mated to a seven-speed sequential gearbox transmission system with a single clutch disc.

Pagani Huayra is capable of accelerating from 0-100 kilometers per hour no more than three seconds, while its highest speed reaches 380 km/hour. To withstand the speed, the Brembo four-piston calipers brake devices are installed on the front wheels and carbon ceramic disc brakes 380 millimeters in diameter for its rear wheels. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PAGANI | MOTORTREND | MOTOR1]

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A unique-shaped Ferrari classic car called an 'Egg'

Maybe all this time you know the Ferraris as a sportscar with a sensational and sexy appearance, so that you might not recognize the figure of this classic Ferrari car. Indeed, this Ferrari sports car is one-of-a-kind in the world, and is called Ferrari Uovo, or Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo' for its full name. 

1950 Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo' has shown off at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2YTkgqv)

Yes, indeed Ferrari Uovo has a unique looks and styling, or can be said to be eccentric. This car is a one-off project from an Italian coachbuilder named Carrozzeria Fontana, and based of a Ferrari 166MM classic car platform, after it crashed in its first attempt its original buyers, the Marzotto brothers, decoded to rebuild it in this form. And the result is a unique car shaped like an egg, or 'Uovo' in Italian.

Front three quarter of 1950 Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo.' (Picture from: http://bit.ly/30vZUUs)

And sculptor Franco Reggiani who was the mastermind behind its special bodywork, and creating a shape he likened to that of a plane without wings. The good-looker raced for the first time in 1951 and powered by a 1.56-liter gasoline engine that produces up to 186 horsepower (138 kilowatts) of power and had a miliage of more than 341 miles (550 kilometers).

Dashboard view of 1950 Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo.' (Picture from: http://bit.ly/30vZUUs)

Armed with the bodywork and aerodynamic drivetrain made the Uovo very competitive and took part in the Mille Miglia and Giro di Sicilia in 1951, where the car had the chance to lead the race, before it being damaged and finally unable to continue the race.

Rear right side view of 1950 Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo.' (Picture from: http://bit.ly/30vZUUs)

If at that time Uovo did not experience severe damage, of course, most likely this car will be the winner in the two prestigious racing events, and maybe the results will be different. So maybe Ferrari will build more of these cars in the future. Even so, this classic Ferrari is still an historic iconic car, and makes it a special model for Ferrari collectors. 

And in August 2017, this car has been auctioned by RM. Sotheby's at an auction event at Moterey, California. Initially this car expected to sell at a price of US. $ 7 million, but in fact this car finally sold at a price of US. $4.5 million at the time and recorded as one of the world's most expensive cars. WOW!! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SUN | INDEPENDENT]
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The Tractorri, an Italian raging bull inside an American Mustang suits

We all know the feeling of being depressed when having to choose an American muscle car or Italian supercar. And at that time we could not choose one of the two choices above. But some people out there have built cars that combine the advantages of both. In another word, can be said combining American style and Italian power design vice versa.

2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LTPVV8)

The following is the most brilliant example of the process is the 2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe, a car built with a blend of Ford and Lamborghini. This car is once the star of the SEMA Show 2019, and became a one-of-a-kind car that at first glance looks like a 2007 Ford Mustang, but under its skin is also housed a brand-new Lamborghini Gallardo. 

Left sude view of 2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LTPVV8)

The merging process of 2 cars from 2 different worlds spends a modification fee of US $700,000. The car builder created a custom bodywork for these car, which included a sign from the Porsche 911 Turbo, steel fenders and side skirts. Uniquely, the rear lights still take from the Lamborghini Gallardo.

Interior view of 2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LTPVV8)

The car uses a Gallardo's 5.0-liter V10 engine, and combined with 6-speed automatic transmission system of those Italian supercar. The engine power later sent to its all four wheels, and there are anti-lock brakes and front lift systems.

Engine view of 2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LTPVV8)

Then what is name of the car? Tractorri? Yes, the name was given to pay tribute for a simple start from Ferrucio Lamborghini to make and sale the tractors when he started and founded the company. The car result is then also given special deep crimson red combined with white color in the middle.

Rear side view of 2009 Ford Lamborghini Tractorri Custom Coupe. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LTPVV8)

The preference for Lamborghini continued with the interior, which featured the Gallardo dashboard and center console (including all controls) that had been cut and the original seats. And another special options in the cabin include the Alcantara headliner, door panel, and illuminate sill plate.
Although almost 10 years old, this car has a keyless entry, and is equipped with a book that wrote about details of merging process of 2 cars into 1 as it is today. Since its debut, this car has traveled as far as 4,000 km. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES || GAS MONKEY GARAGE | TECHEBLOG]

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Bentley's centennial electric-powered concept car revealed

In order to commemorate its centennial anniversary, Bentley is looking forward to the future with the electric autonomous concept car rather than revisiting the past. The British company launched a prototype electric-powered car called the Bentley EXP 100 GT which is claimed to be a zero-emissions transformative concept car. The one-off concept car was unveiled on July 10, 2019, at Bentley's headquarters in Crewe. The concept car imagines an ultra-posh grand tourer for the year 2035. And it's stunning from every angle.

Bentley EXP 100 GT concept car was unveiled at the company's headquarter in Crewe on July 10, 2019. (Picture from: https://cnet.co/2XPiObp)

How's not, the concept of this car is equipped with a ton of luxury on the outside and inside. The carbon fiber and aluminum built low-slung GT resembles a car out of Batman: The Animated Series.

The Bentley EXP 100 GT is a battery-electric vehicle with four motors enabling torque vectoring to make the most of the system's peak torque output of 1,100 lb-ft. These motors allow for a zero-to-sixty mph run of 2.5 seconds, and a top speed of 186 mph (299.34 kph). A horsepower figure hasn't been given yet.

Bentley EXP 100 GT is the future of the luxury marque. (Picture from: https://yhoo.it/2NIkZt9)

Besides that, there're many unique and sophisticated features that are also installed on this car, such as the headlights are very attractive because of looks as they blend with the front grill design. And the company said that those massive front grill made of 6,000 LED bulbs, separated by a slim piece of copper, gives the front fascia an unmistakable expression.

Interior view of Bentley EXP 100 GT concept car. (Picture from: https://engt.co/30zkXpj)

Actually, the Bentley EXP 100 GT is not Bentley's first all-electric concept car. The automaker has previously launched the Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e convertible at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. As reported by Engadget, July 10, 2019, even the interior design combines a spaceship with natural materials including 5,000-year-old copper-infused Riverwood. Bentley stated that all car materials were present to help create a sustainable luxury future. It even has its own 'ethically-aware' fragrance.

Left side view of Bentley EXP 100 GT concept car with its door open. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2LjdMOm)

One of the attractions of the Bentley EXP 100 GT is its battery's ability to carry the car running up to 435 miles (700.07 km). The car also has a promising fast charging time, which is only 15 minutes for charging from 0 to 80 percent of the battery capacity.

Then there is also the sophistication of the future that is installed on this car is the application of Artificial Intelligence/AI technology, which is named Bentley Personal Assistant which has many tasks like a butler to serve his master in the mansions. Its tasks such as charging vehicles, adjusting seats, and curating the experience of passengers through biometric information, environmental conditions, etc.

Even it offers several different driving modes for passengers such as Enhance, Cocoon, Capture, Re-Live and Customize. In Enhance mode it is intended to resemble open-air driving with a glass roof. Cocoon creates a protective space by blocking other people from seeing inside. While Capture records a trip, and Re-Live plays a trip highlight.

In order to feel the luxury, the Bentley EXP 100 GT is equipped with an autonomous mode. So, when Cocoon is activated, the driver can take a nap without being seen from the outside. Again, this is still a concept. So it's possible there are still design changes or features in the future.

The Bentley EXP 100 GT will probably be able to preview Bentley's first all-electric production model, which has the due date in the year 2025. Bentley also plans to add hybrid powertrain options to each of its models by 2023. The process will begin later this year with the launch of Bentayga Hybrid. It is not yet clear whether Bentley will use the same powertrain in other hybrid models, or something different. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BENTLEY | ENGADGET | CNET | FINANCE-YAHOO | SLASHGEAR | MOTOR1]

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The 3rd party ultimate tribute for '80s Ferraris

Might be it's still fresh in your memory, a row of works from Ferrari's bespoke divisions such as SP1 and SP2 speedsters and P80/C, but it's not. This supercar figure began its life journey as a Ferrari 488 GTB which was later changed by a third party into a tribute to legendary previous flagships from these prancing horses logoed manufacturer such as 288 GTO and F40 that followed it.

Ferrari 7X Design GTO Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2JoRUh8)

This beautiful supercar was created by an automotive design company called 7X Design and was named the Ferrari 7X Design GTO Vision.

This car is more than just a retro-flavored modern prancing horse as it also takes cues from some recent models. For example, the dual winglets at the back at a glance remind us of the FXX K track beast, while the rear bumper and diffuser look like those of the F12 Berlinetta.

Front three quarter view of Ferrari 7X Design GTO Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XnJJXm)

From the looks, almost all of the original 488 GTB exterior panels have now been replaced with new bodywork made entirely of carbon fiber to keep the weight down low. Then, there're the glorioust F40-like engine cover up to the 288 GTO-inspired double headlights, thus perfecting the appearance of this GTO Vision as a result of a blend of styles from the past Ferrari's models.

Rear side view of Ferrari 7X Design GTO Design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2XnJJXm)

It’s a wonderful combination of classic and current models, and it goes even further than that by riding on new wheels created specifically for this car. There're many 'floating' elements neatly integrated into the bodywork to show this was more than just simply strapping on custom bumpers, since the GTO Vision has what looks like a tremendous amount of new details.

There are also quite interesting parts in this car, namely the slanted rear slats just behind the rear wheels like the ones on the 288 GTO, while the fat rear tires harken back to the 80s era of supercars. Another interesting detail is the Ferrari badge on the front, which serves a double purpose as it actually unlatches the trunk at the push of the prancing horse.

The GTO Vision is more than just a one-off project as 7X Design mentions on their official website that accepting  orders from those of You who own a GTB 488 or its successor, the F8 Tributo. It costs You around €1.8 million (around $2.02 million), but the first five customers can get special bodywork for €1.35 million (around $1.52 million). Depending on what you want, it may cost more and You have to wait between six to nine months to take delivery of the reworked Ferrari. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | 7X DESIGN | MOTOR1 | ZERO2TURBO]

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The world's most expensive premium car

How much money are you willing to spend to buy a car? For premium car enthusiasts, even tens of billions don't seem to be a problem. But what if a car is priced at a price that is sold at prices up to Rp.190 billion?

Roll-Royce Sweptail is the most expensive car in the world. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2FwoYCE)

As reported by Gobankingrates in June 2018, a wealthy businessman whose identity is deliberately unnamed had purchased a unit of Rolls-Royce Sweptail which was sold for US $13 million or around Rp.190,442,200,000. WOW ...!

With these prices, it is not surprising that the Rolls-Royce Sweptail was consecrated to be the most expensive premium car in the world. The price of the car above is very far compared to Bugatti Chiron Sport ($3.26 million) and Lamborghini Veneno ($4.5 million).

Roll-Royce Sweptail is a melding of modern luxury with a flavor of the 1920s and ’30s. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2WWVpQB)

Rolls-Royce Sweptail is the handcrafted marvel manufactured by the Rolls-Royce Bespoke department. This premium car was launched in 2017 at Villa d'Este, Tivoli, Italy, after four years of development and became one of the world's most expensive vehicles to sell.

Roll-Royce Sweptail was took four years of developmen. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2X6izcj)

Indeed, when viewed from any angle this premium car looks sexy and different from other vehicles. For example, an attractive panoramic glass roof plus special lines that are reminiscent of Rolls-Royce cars in the 1920s and luxury yachts.

"Sweptail is a truly extraordinary car. Unique," said Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO Torsten Müller-Otvös. "We listen carefully to our special customers and their interest in investing in truly exclusive works," he added.

Rolls-Royce Sweptail is the handcrafted marvel manufactured by the Rolls-Royce Bespoke department. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2FwoYCE)

Do not get there, the front of the car is also very different reflected in the large grille, so claimed to be one of the largest grille ever installed in modern cars. On this front there are also new headlights and redesigned bumpers. Similarly, the interior design.

Uniquely, there is a feature if we press a button then a bottle of champagne will come out to be enjoyed. And there are no details about how much the service or insurance costs of the car.

To be sure, the British car manufacturer does not want to produce the Sweptail anymore. So, those car can only be owned by one luckiest rich person. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | GOBANKINGRATES | CARSCOOPS | MOTOR1]
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A unique street-legal Limo-Jet

If you look at the vehicle picture below, can you guess this is a private jet or limousine with an intact jet's fuselage? Watch out not to be fooled. Right, this is a modified limousine using a jet's fuselage.

Jetsetter, Inc. turned a Jet into this awesome street legal Limo-Jet. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2BFsJ6b)

As reported by Motor1, this unique modified limousine is a crazy work from a company named Jetsetter, Inc. and it was gave a name Limo-Jet. Those nickname was pinned for the modification result is according to the shape of a limousine with jet's fuselage.

A luxurious and festive atmosphere is presented on Limo-Jet cabin like a private club and able to accommodate 8 passengers at once. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2BFsJ6b)

It is true that the Limo-Jet was built by using an intact Lear Jet fuselage (minus the wings) made of aluminum and combined with fiberglass materials. As the result is these unique long limo has a lenght dimention of 12.8 meters and 2.4 meters wide.

Limo-Jet has a dimension of 12.8 meters long, 2.4 meters wide and with a height of 3.5 meters on the tail section. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2BFsJ6b)

And another cool thing is, on its tail section is still attached the original parts of the Lear Jet aircraft include its jet engine with a height of 3.5 meters. And of course now Jet-Limo is free to drive on the streets due to it's a completely street-legal vehicle (in the US).

Although the jet engine still exists, unfortunately it no longer contains the actual engine. Now, the Limo-Jet uses a Vortec V8 engine made by General Motors (GM). But unfortunately there was no mention of those engine's performance.

While in its interior, a luxurious and festive atmosphere is presented like a private club that can accommodate 8 passengers at a time. The luxury cabin accessories are complete, ranging from TV, audio and many amplifiers installed in most corners of those Limo-Jet cabin.

The Limo-Jet had its official debut at KnowledgeFest, a mobile electronics convention in Dallas, TX back in August 2018. If You want to feel the sensation of riding this unique limo, please contact the owner's company through their official website. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LIMO-JET | MOTOR1]

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This Lego-made Bugatti Chiron replica also can be driven

For fans of toys, the Lego brand is definitely known as a toy manufacturer that forces you to think creatively. But what the Lego team did this time really exceeded the creative expectations of toy enthusiasts in general.

Full-scale and drivable of Bugatti Chiron hypercar replica made of over 1 millions Lego Technics elements including its engine. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GzsEXh)

Back on Thursday, August 30, 2018, Lego announced through their social media account that they succeeded in creating a replica of the Bugatti Chiron, a hypercar that costs of US $2.6 million, with a comparison scale of 1:1, like the original.

Not only that, the Lego team also revealed that they also made these Lego Chiron drivable, by using an engine made of Lego Technic elements too. This engine is capable of producing 5.3 horsepower and on the test ride, it able to reach speeds of 19 kilometers per hour with an overall weight of 1.5 tons.

The Lego-made replica posed side by side with the real Bugatti Chiron hypercar. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GzsEXh)

If you build the original car, you need about 20 people, within six months and 1,800 parts, but to build the Lego version you need more. 

Then the Lego-made Chiron was taken to the Volkswagen Ehra Lessien test tracks, the same place when Chiron was first tested. Behind the steering wheel, entrusted to Andy Walace, a Le Mans 24 Hours champion and also the Bugatti's brand ambassador. 

The functional instrument panel on dashboard and steering wheel of Lego-made Bugatti Chiron replica. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GzsEXh)

"Driving this Lego Chiron is an amazing experience and I really enjoyed it. Years ago I couldn't imagine that one time I would drive a car from Lego," Wallace said as quoted of Top Gear.

Lego reveals that the manufacturing time is almost the same as the original car, only for parts of it more than 1 million parts of Lego Technic. It consists of 2,304 parts for the driving motor, 4,032 for the gears to drive the tires, and 2,016 for the axles.

On the test at the Volkswagen Ehra Lessien test tracks, the replica drove by the legend of Le Mans 24 Hours champion and also the Bugatti brand ambassador named Andy Wallace. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2GzsEXh)

To make the Chiron replica as similar as possible to the original, Lego also makes the speedometer section, the rear wing all of which function. Doors, headlights, rear lights, steering wheel and brakes also work like the original car, except the throttle pedal is removed.

Lego uses the original tires and rims taken from the real Bugatti Chiron with additional frames made of steel to strengthen this replica. This Lego Chiron parts are connected without the use of glue and almost more than 90 percent of these Chiron replica car is actually made by using Lego. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS OSURCES | LEGO | TOP GEAR]

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