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Saturday, September 10, 2022

Lamborghini 400 GT Monza

ONE-OFF Lamborghini is famous for its unique and powerful supercar. Of the many production some of which are made only on a limited basis and in fact only made one unit. Here is one supercar that only made one unit only by Lamborghini.
1966 Lamborghini 400 GT Monza featured with such unique bodywork by Neri and Bonacini. (Picture from: Supercars.net)
Here she is '1966 Lamborghini 400 GT Monza' was a one-off 2+2 seated sports car from Italian manufacturer Lamborghini. It as based on their 400 GT, but featured with unique bodywork by Neri and Bonacini.

Giorgio Neri and Luciano Bonacini, who were already previously known for their work on the Ferrari Nembo series had been previously retained by Ferruccio Lamborghini to build the first prototype Lamborghini chassis and engine, the Lamborghini 350 GTV.
Right side view of 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT Monza. (Picture from: Supercars.net)
They had acted as Lamborghini's chassis supplier, before the raging bull turning that job over to another Modena-based chassis fabricator Marchesi once production of the 350 GT was underway. Neri and Bonacini then turned their hand into their interpretation of a high speed Lamborghini GT sports car.
Dashboard view of 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT Monza. (Picture from: Supercars.net)
Originally meant to be called the "400 GT Neri & Bonacini" then its name was simply shortened to "Monza," and reportedly, the car built for an American client for the possibility of racing it in the 24 Hours of Le Mans at the time.
Rear side view of 1966 Lamborghini 400 GT Monza. (Picture from: Supercars.net)
However, homologation problems put a quick end to that plan. The car was eventually sold of at the Barcelona Motor Show to a wealthy Spaniard, where it remained until the owner died in the early 1990s.
In 1996, Brooks (now Bonhams) was contacted by the family of the now deceased owner to appraise some other cars, in short then they found  the 400 GT was discovered in storage. After nine years of negotiations, the car was finally put up for auction at Bonhams for  £160,000 to an unknown UK collector. *** [EKA [16072015] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES  | SUPERCARS.NET | BONHAM | LAMBORGHINI-FANDOM ]
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Friday, September 9, 2022

The three early generations of the 1960s Ferrari 2+2 models

Rare ONES If we look back at the Ferrari's sportscar lineups, what we mostly know is two-seater sports models and very rarely do we know there is the four-seater models. But that does not mean the Maranello based automaker has never produced a sports car with a four-seater configuration. In fact, in the near future, the prancing horse logoed automaker will launch its flagship SUV candidate, the Ferrari Purosangue, which incidentally is SUV has a configuration of more than two seats.
The first generation of the 1960s Ferrari 2+2 model is known as the Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2 was produced from the early 1960s to 1964. (Picture from: RobbReport)
Well, specifically for the four-seater sports cars, it turns out that the prancing horse logoed automaker had ever produced them. Well, in the 1960s, Ferrari had a number of four-seater GT models with a 2+2 seat configuration intended for daily use, albeit with smaller rear seats and limited legroom as well.
The Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2 is powered by an 3.0-liter V12 engine and produced 950 units. (Picture from: Supercars.net)
The first 2+2 GT sports car production version presented by the Maranello-based automaker was the Ferrari 250 GTE 2+2 which was launched in 1960. This car is powered by an 3.0-liter V12 engine and produced 950 units. At the time, it's quickly became the best-selling GT car, and even one of the cars was later used as a favorite daily rides of Enzo Ferrari, the owner and founder of the prancing horse logoed automaker.
The second generation of the 1960s Ferrari 2+2 model is known as the Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 was produced from the 1964 to 1967. (Picture from: Ferrari)
Likewise, when the second generation was produced shortly after in 1964, "Il Commendatore" immediately used one of them as his daily car. Well, this second generation four-seater model is known as the Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 which is powered by a larger drivetrain, namely a 4.0-liter V12 engine.
The Ferrari 330 GT 2+2 is powered by a larger drivetrain, namely a 4.0-liter V12 engine. (Picture from: Barret-Jackson)
Finally in 1967, Ferrari launched the third generation coupled with a more powerful engine and a much larger body size as well. The car later was known as the Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 which was powered by a Colombo's 'Tipo 245' V12 SOHC engine with a capacity of 4.4-liter equipped with 6 Weber carburetors, so it can produce power of 333 hp and torque of 364 Nm. Then those engine power is channeled through a 5-speed manual transmission system to the rear wheels, so the car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 245 km/h.
The third generation of the 1960s Ferrari 2+2 model is known as the Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 was produced from the 1967 to 1971. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
As quoted of Wikipedia, this Ferrari sportscar bodywork was designed by Aldo Brovarone with body curves that flow from the front to the stern which is inspired by the Ferrari 500 Superfast and Dino 206 GT which is also the result of his design. This car has the same wheelbase as the previous generation model 330 GT, which is 2,647 mm but with longer overhangs.
The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 has the same wheelbase as the previous generation model 330 GT, which is 2,647 mm but with longer overhangs. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
Then the spaceframe chassis that supports the car's body made of steel plate with a cabin floor deck and a fiberglass engine room divider firewall. Uniquely, this Ferarri sports car' length was reach five meters, so makes it the longest Ferrari model until this day.
The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 has a spacious and very comfortable cabin with the interior is packed with genuine leather and luxurious wooden ornaments. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
No wonder then this car was the most sophisticated and luxurious Grand Touring at that time because it already equipped with air conditioning and power steering. Even its rear wheels have been featured with independent suspension and an automatic height adjustment hydraulic system to increase driving comfort.
The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 is powered by a Tipo 245 V12 SOHC engine with a capacity of 4.4-liter equipped with 6 Weber carburetors, so it can produce power of 333 hp and torque of 364 Nm. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
Unlike its predecessor 2+2 models, the 365 GT has a spacious and very comfortable cabin with the interior is packed with genuine leather and luxurious wooden ornaments. Not only on the center console and steering wheel, the Veglia instrument panel frame on the dashboard is also made of wood. Furthermore, the legs are equipped with classic-style Borrani spokes rims which are then wrapped with Pirelli Cinturato 205VR15 (CN72) favorite choice tires.
The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 was meet with the latest emission regulations and driving safety applied in the US at that time, thus making this car very in demand in that country. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)
The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 with the left steering wheel was produced as many as 801 units and 52 units for the right-hand drive during its production period in between 1967-1971. Well, because the specifications are in accordance with the latest emission regulations and driving safety applied in the US at that time, thus making this car very in demand in that country.
It is estimated that the current market price of a left-steering Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 with moderate conditions is in the range of $200,000. As for the right-steering variant, it can be ascertained that it has a higher market price, considering that the population is currently less than 50 units. Wow!! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI | WIKIPEDIA ]
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Thursday, September 8, 2022

The newest electric-powered coupé Maserati GranTurismo Folgore started to reveal

New EV Maserati, as one of the world's leading car marques, has always followed the prevailing trends in the automotive world, and recently the Italian marque has proven that again by giving a teaser video of its electric-powered sports coupé called the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore Full-Electric during the 2022 Monterey Car Week.
A teaser video of the upcoming Maserati GranTurismo Folgore Full-Electric while on driven by a stand-up comedian Sebastian Maniscalco in California during the 2022 Monterey Car Week. (Picture from: HarianNews)
The Italian company claimed, that the GrandTurismo Folgore is not just an ordinary electric car. For the reason it has extraordinary power reaching up to 1,200 horsepower, that's twice the power of previous Maserati cars. It could be said that the Italian trident-logoed automaker is seriously working on an electric vehicle (EV) model to be launched in the near future, which reportedly its global premiere soon in the next 2023.
Although the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore Full-Electric's powertrain is unrevealed yet, the automaker said that it has extraordinary power reaching up to 1,200 horsepower, that's twice the power of previous Maserati cars. (Picture from: DCNewsNow)
From its appearance, as we can see in general that Maserati's first EV carries a coupé typical design such as another GranTurismo cars of their-owned featured with some details inspired by the previous Maserati MC20, ranging from the more upright look headlights, thin brakelights, to the three-spoke rims that adorn the legs.
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore Full-Electric has some design cues taken from the Maserati MC20 such as more upright look headlights. (Picture from: Carscoops)
In addition, the most prominent right at the door is the Maserati emblem livery with each end of the trident accented in accordance with the colors of the Italian flag (green, white and red) as well as on the front hood but with a larger size. If the design still tends to be the same as the previous cars of their-owned, another main attraction presented by Maserati on the GranTurismo Folgore is its powertrain.
The Folgore badge above the three holes on the side gills betrays the electric nature of the underpinnings, as with the lack of exhaust pipes at the back. (Picture from: Carscoops)
But until now the Italian automaker is still coy to provide details of the powertrain which is said to be capable of producing up to 1,200 horsepower. Well, as the company confirmed, by using such power the GrandTurismo Folgore able to accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) in 2.6 seconds, the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 2.7 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 200 mph (320 km/h).
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore Full-Electric uses three spoke rims to support its legs similar to one used on the MC20. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Besides that, so far the trident logoed automaker has also mentioned that the batteries are located in the central tunnel for lower ground clearance. When plugged to a fast charger, the battery will replenish enough juice for 100 miles (161 km) of range in 10 minutes. Although there has been no explanation regarding the other specifications of the powertrain in detail, the GranTurismo Folgore is also rumored to be using the inverter technology developed by Maserati for Formula E racing cars.
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore has similar proportions to its predecessor, combined with even sexier curves, and modern styling touches. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Meanwhile for the interior, as we can see clearly from the video,  the cabin in 2+2 configuration with seats that are given a touch of a combination of white and blue. The Italian car manufacturer said that the materials used for this car's interior arrangement used a special fabric made of recycled nylon. As for the headroom, it looks quite adequate even though it looks narrow at the back. Unfortunately, Maserati is still reluctant to reveal the dashboard, they will likely reveal it at the official premiere later.
Apart from the planned presence of its first EV,  Maserati also confirmed in its official release at the same time, that promised to offer electric versions of all its production car models by 2025. So after the GrandTurismo Folgore launches in the next 2023, in the same year followed by the electric versions of Grecale crossover and Grancabrio, then the electric variants of the MC20, Quattroporte and Levante in 2025. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MASERATI | ROADANDTRACK | CARSCOOPS | AUTOBLOG ]
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Here's a radical roadster concept named the Pininfarina Sergio

Unique ONES As we all know that the Ferrari F150 LaFerrari hypercar is not the only prancing horse logoed car that debuted at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. At the time, Carrozzeria Pininfarina also unveiled and brought their own Ferrari concept that called Pininfarina Sergio. The car concept named after the coachbuilder company leader Sergio Pininfarina (1926-2012), as a tribute for his services in building a good partnership between Pininfarina-Ferrari.
This speedster concept named Pininfarina Sergio, that's named after the man who led the coachbuilder company for 40 years and conceived some of the greatest car legends. (Picture from: Pininfarina)
This Pininfarina's concept car presented in the form of an entirely different open-top barchetta, and is intended to be a study design. The unique-shaped concept car built based on the Ferrari 458 Italia, and powered by an 4.5 liter V8 engine combined with a dual-clutch seven-speed manual transmission system which can generate power of 570 hp at 9,000 rpm. So no wonder if it can be accelerated from 0-100 kph (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of up to 321 kph (199 mph).
The Pininfarina Sergio concept car is built based on the Ferrari 458 Spider, shared the wheelbase, and also combines the elements from Pininfarina’s tradition with modern design cues. (Picture from: CarBodyDesign)
After it completed, the Sergio concept car tested at Pininfarina's wind tunnel, at the time it showed aggressive profile which is dominated by the elegant curves and roll bars are angled to the front. The car was deliberately set up not only to generate down-force and cut off the air, but also to direct the airflow to the top of its users head. Due to the Sergio doesn't have windshield or roof, so its driver and passenger need to wear racing helmets when drive the car.
The Pininfarina Sergio concept car is much longer, lower, and wider than the Mazda MX-5. (Picture from: MotorTrend)
Pininfarina Design Director then, Fabio Filippini said that his team was motivated by the spirit of the best
Pininfarina-Ferrari sports cars of the 60s and 70s who designed under the leadership of Sergio Pininfarina. As you can see, the Sergio concept car is much longer, lower, and wider than the Mazda MX-5.
The Pininfarina Sergio concept car's cockpit. (Picture from: MotorTrend)
Having exhibited at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show as a concept car, then the Carrozzeria Pininfarina immediately produced the Sergio in a limited number of only 6 units. As Pininfarina CEO Silvio Angori said at the time, "We are considering a very limited production of five to six units," as quoted by Automotive News Europe, Tuesday, March 13, 2013.
The Pininfarina Sergio's body features some sharp character lines and an interesting graphic contrast provided by the dark surface of the hood flowing into the cockpit area and extending up to the rear wheels. (Picture from: CarBodyDesign)
"The Sergio is meant to celebrate the spirit of my father's involvement and the development of relationships Pininfarina-Ferrari. Though built as one-off concept, Pininfarina also could be built it in very limited quantities," added Paolo Pininfarina furthermore.
Rear view of the Pininfarina Sergio concept car at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. (Picture from: Vehiclejar Blog)
The car's extreme design certainly will not change even entered into the production line. "We know how and where to modify the Sergio concept car to make it more to fit as street car," says Fabio Filippini. Perhaps the Sergio production version will use the windshield to meet the European regulations, because in the concept model, it does not have a windshield.
At the time, reportedly the Pininfarina Sergio's price reached 3 millions (Rp.37.7 billion). And for comparison, this price numbers is the same as the latest Lamborghini Veneno supercar, which was also exhibited at the same event. *** [EKA [29072-13] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PININFARINA | CARBODYDESIGN | AUTOMOTIVE NEWS EUROPE | MOTOR TREND | VEHICLEJAR BLOG | WIKIPEDIA ]
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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

The Alfa Romeo Severtail that You've never known before

~Unique ONE~ The existence of this car may not be widely known by the public, because this car was made once, besides that it may also be because it has been overlooked from the start. Maybe after seeing the picture maybe many will say that it is the ugliest Alfa Romeo ever, even though, this classic car has won the elegance contest in its era.
1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail is a unique-shaped one-off coupe is built by Carrozzeria Dario Casale of Bassano del Grappa based on the 1965 Alfa Romeo 105 Giulia GT Veloce 1600's platform and mechanics. (Picture from: TopMarques S.r.l.)
The classic car in question is the Alfa Romeo Severtail which is a unique-shaped one-off 4-seater coupe is built based on the 1965 Alfa Romeo 105 Giulia GT Veloce 1600's platform and mechanics by Carrozzeria Dario Casale of Bassano del Grappa in 1967. If you're curious about the donor car's design, watch the video below:
As quoted from AlfaBB, it was stated that the car making was initiated by a friend of Dario Casale named Consalvo Sanesi who managed to persuade him to improve and given refinements to the Alfa Romeo car as a whole. The car is powered by an 1,570cc engine developed by Trivellato that allows this car to run up to 220 kph.
1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail's interior covered by all genuine-leather, which is dominated by olive green with hints of black on the seats. (Picture from: TopMarques S.r.l.)
The classic car's bodywork is made entirely of aluminum which is molded by English wheel in such a way as to create a harmonic design. At first glance, the Alfa Romeo Severtail looks similar to the Alfa Romeo TZ made by Carrozzeria Zagato, especially on the back which both applies the Kamm-tail.
Inside the cabin of 1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail has three-spoke steering wheel, simple dashbord and center consol arrangements. (Picture from: TopMarques S.r.l.)
As You can see the car's interior everything looks contrast, and fresh covered by all genuine-leather, which is dominated by olive green with hints of black on the seats. 
1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail is powered by an 1,570cc engine developed by Trivellato that allows this car to run up to 220 kph. (Picture from: AutoClub99.ru)
The cabin also has a pair of separate short bucket sports seats at the front, plus dashboard with simple arrangement consisting of only a three-spoke sports steering wheel, instrument panels behind it, Alfa Romeo badge and script, car name, Casale badge, while on the center console, there is a unique gear lever positioned inline to the steering wheel.
An old photo of the 1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail while on display at the 1967 Concorso d'Eleganza Cortina d'Ampezzo. (Picture from: AlfaBB)
So no wonder if the car had success since the year of its presentation in 1967. As quoted of Carrozzieri-Italiani, the Alfa Romeo Severtail managed to win in second place of the Concorso d'Eleganza which was held at the nearby ski resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo, and Consalvo Sanesi was proudly smile behind the wheels at the time.
1967 Alfa Romeo Severtail managed to win in second place of the 1967 Concorso d'Eleganza Cortina d'Ampezzo. (Picture from: TopMarques S.r.l.)
After Dario Casale passed away, his coachbuilder company was acquired by the Pilate Group, and reportedly the car is still owned by the Casale family in good condition and regularly attends several annual automotive exhibition events such as the Concorso d'Eleganza Cortina d'Ampezzo, etc. For the last time, this unique-shaped classic car was on display at the Top Marques S.r.l. in 2017. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARROZZIERI-ITALIANI | ALFABB | DUETTOCLUB.IT | HISTORICAUTOPRO || AUTOCLUB99.RU | TOPMARQUES ]
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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Ducati newest ride's suit inspired by Lamborghini Huracán STO

Street Fighter As we all know, Ducati has launched several new motorcycle models in collaboration with Lamborghini Automobili. For example, in 2021 the Italian motorcycle manufacturer was launched the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini, which was inspired by the Lamborghini Siàn FKP 37. And in early 2022, the company was also launched the Ducati Superleggera V4J Special Edition, which was inspired by the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini posed along with the Lamborghini Huracán STO. (Picture from: MerahPutih)
Recently, again the Italian motorcycle manufacturer, Ducati released its new motorcycle model called the Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini which is physically a limited edition super naked fighter motorcycle inspired by the Lamborghini Huracán STO at the MotoGP 2022 in Misano, Italy.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is s claimed to be produced very exclusively, with extreme performance values, sporty, and exclusive collaboration between the two Italian companies. (Picture from: NaikMotor)
As quoted of MCN, that the Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is claimed to be produced very exclusively, with extreme performance values, sporty, and exclusive collaboration between the two Italian companies. 
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini inspired by the Huracán STO is built based on the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 S superbike . (Picture from: MerahPutih)
Furthermore, the motorcycle inspired by the Huracán STO is built based on the 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 S superbike, which is integrated within the elements of typical Lamborghini's DNA, and making it as one of Ducati's very exclusive models. Regarding to the performance of the Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is equipped with a 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine that can spit out power of 208 hp.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini's front fenders, tank covers, wings, and air intake vents are the new design components which also known as Lamborghini supercar's characterizes. (Picture from: NaikMotor)
The Lamborghini characteristics can be seen starting from the Huracán styled special forged rims, with a single nut on the back. Then the front fenders, tank covers, wings, and air intake vents are the new design components which also known as Lamborghini supercar's characterizes.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is equipped with a 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale engine that can spit out power of 208 hp. (Picture from: NaikMotor)
In addition, there are carbon fiber elements that are used the same as the super sports car of the Sant'Agata Bolognese-based automaker. Likewise, the seats are designed like the Huracán STO's superstructures. Meanwhile, lightweight aluminum footrests and brakes and rider-adjustable clutch levers are made directly in collaboration with the Rizoma.
The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini would be produced a limited number, namely only 630 + 63 units around the world. (Picture from: MerahPutih)
Of course, as a very exclusive product, these Ducati motorcycles would be produced a limited number, namely only 630 units, and are fitted with a metal plate on the tank with a specific color combination from the Huracán STO, namely Citrea Green (Verde Citrea) and Dac Orange (Arancio Dac). Beside that this special motorcycles also produced of 63 units are offered exclusively by Ducati to 63 Lamborghini customers called the Speciale Clienti editions, and ready to be customized according to their taste in aesthetic aspects.
As quoted of MCN, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is offered starting at $68.000 or around Rp. 1 billions, meanwhile for the Speciale Clienti is $83.000 or around Rp. 1.2 billions. And for the North America (the US and Canada) markets, this new bike will be shipped from May 2023.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | DUCATI | MOTORCYCLESNEWS ]
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