Not the prettiest car to look at, but then again it’s from the 80s. This Mercedes started off as a 500SEL model, but was then tuned by Benny-S, a German company. Named “El Riyadh”, this tuned Benzo was destined for a Saudi owner. The exterior was graced with small touches like badging, different front and [...]
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An Arab custom Mercedes from the 80s… say hello to Benny-S El Riyadh!
September 4, 2011Video: How good was Lewis Hamilton before F1?
August 3, 2011The year was 2006. A certain Monsieur Hamilton who currently drives for McLaren F1 – with a World Championship title to his name – was moving up through the ranks and racing in the GP2 Series. During that year’s Istanbul Grand Prix, Lewis put in one of his best ever performances. Lap 2: Lewis spins [...]
Video: The Monaco Grand Prix nobody wanted to win?
May 30, 2011It was 1982, a season which contained the likes of Nelson Piquet, Mario Andretti, Keke Rosberg, Nigel Mansell and Alain Prost. Not short of superstar drivers, the season wasn’t short of tragedies either. The season witnessed two fatalities: drivers Gilles Villeneuve and Riccardo Paletti were both killed during racing incidents; while there had been a career-ending accident as well: Didier Pironi suffered [...]
Sell a few Ralph Lauren “Polo Shirts” and you could own a garage like this! (w/video)
May 18, 2011Yeah right, in your dreams! From the man that put the twist on the “Polo Shirt”, comes an exquisite car collection that will blow your mind. Mr. Lauren really has superior taste. Many of the cars which he purchased over the years have been tastefully restored with every wheel, nut, bearing, etc. brought up to [...]
Video: Cheesy vintage Formula 1 TV ad + a few more treats! You gotta love the 80s!
April 13, 2011What you’re about to see is a very short Formula 1 commercial promoting the 1985 Adelaide Grand Prix in Australia. A race which included names like Alain Prost, Ayrton Senna, Nigel Mansell, and Keke Rosberg (father of Nico). Watch the ad after the jump, as well as an extra treat!
Remembering the 2011 Kuwait Concours d’Elegance: The one and only Lamborghini Miura Roadster (w/video)
February 22, 2011The 2011 Kuwait Concours d’Elegance has come and gone, and left in its wake some wonderful memories forever cemented in my head. One that really stands out is this magnificent and eccentric car you’re looking at. It is indeed very special and very rare. How rare? Let’s just say it’s the only one in the [...]
Kuwait Concours d’Elegance 2011: Classic Car Parade
February 6, 2011The Kuwait Concours d’Elegance classic car parade took place at Marina Crescent yesterday. There’s nothing like seeing these rare cars in motion, with the sights and sounds teleporting us back in time. There was a pleasant crowd on hand, clapping and cheering on every car since these machines are all superstars in their own right. [...]
Kuwait Concours d’Elegance 2011: Classic Car Highlights (Part II)
February 4, 2011More classic car action from the Kuwait Concours d’Elegance which took place today. I obviously cannot post all the cars here, but that should be more of an incentive for you to go out and see the show for yourself. The Concours is taking place at Marina Mall and Crescent everyday until the 6th of [...]
Kuwait Concours d’Elegance 2011: Classic Car Highlights (Part I)
February 3, 2011Well ladies and gents, it’s that time of year again when rare, vintage and priceless cars come rolling into our shores. Welcome back Kuwait Concours d’Elegance! 1913 Bugatti T22 3-seater – flown in from Italy. Today was a gorgeous day at Marina Crescent, a bit chilly with slight winds, and sunny to the extreme. As [...]
Vintage Video: Ferrari’s F40 LM was the sound of music
January 28, 2011When was the last time you saw a Ferrari with an actual shift knob? The good ole’ days, eh? This video, although not the most exciting, shows a Ferrari F40 LM being driven by former F1 driver Jacques Lafitte. Watch the video after the jump.
Video: Vintage onboard footage with Fangio!
December 23, 2010It’s not the most-involving video but all I have to say is WOW! No safety harnesses, no roll-bars, nada… zip… zero! Just a polo shirt, an open-helmet and some goggles… the way gentlemen intended it. Juan Manuel Fangio (1911 – 1995), the Argentine legendary racer, was one of the best to ever live. Having dominated F1 [...]
Vintage onboard footage from F1 at the 1967 Nurburgring race. Classic stuff!
December 8, 2010I don’t know what I love more about this video! The vintage onboard footage? The turn-by-turn educational points? Or simply, the fantastic old-school commentary? Watch the video after the jump and enjoy!
Steve McQueen’s legendary TAG Heuer watch
April 21, 2010Well, it’s the watch that started it all for racing fans really. Anyone who is truly passionate about cars will know the legendary Steve McQueen, and his passion for TAG Heuer items; especially the Monaco watch he wore (pictured below). TAG’s website reads: “In 1969, TAG Heuer broke with tradition by creating the first square-cased, [...]
From the Vintage Tool Box: 80′s Porsche commercial
March 22, 2010It’s not often that I find old Porsche commercials, especially ones with Mr. Ferdinand (a.k.a. Ferry) Porshce himself. This commercial seems to be more than 20 yrs old, but is the first one to grace the Brake Banzeen Vintage Tool Box. Enjoy! [Source: Youtube]
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