Retromobile: 70 Years of the Citroën DS celebrated in lights
At the Retromobile, if there's one exhibit to visit, it's the one celebrating the 70 years of the Citroën DS. In a showcase of light, thanks to exceptional chandeliers, the timeless DS is sublimated. From DS Automobiles to the Citroën DS, the French sedan has offered its name "Déesse" (DS) to the brand created in…
Rétromobile: the exhibition dedicated to French Formula 1 in photos
Motorsport enthusiasts, especially those who never miss a Formula 1 Grand Prix, should be delighted during their visit to the Rétromobile show. Many F1 single-seaters are, indeed, present. In this regard, within Pavilion 2 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the exhibition "The tricolor Formula 1, from the 60s to the…
Rétromobile: Renault’s stand and its overabundance of electric cars
The Rétromobile show opens today and runs until Sunday, February 9th, welcoming the public. As in 2023, Renault makes a strong impression this year at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles with a stand shaped like a luminous metallic arch. Connecting past, present, and future, Renault bridges the gap between its popular…
Citroën 2CV Sahara: a 4×4 ‘Deudeuche’ for Sale, estimated between €80,000 and €120,000
In a few days, the Rétromobile 2025 Show will open its doors from February 5 to 9. As part of this unmissable event dedicated to classic and vintage cars, as well as other vehicles from the past, Artcurial Motorcars will organize two auctions. Within the catalog of "The Official Sale" (257 lots) of Rétromobile 2025,…
Rétromobile: the Artcurial Motorcars auction catalogue
The Rétromobile 2025 show (February 5-9) is approaching, promising to be the must-attend automotive event of early 2025. As per tradition, Artcurial Motorcars will host the "Official Sale" auction during the event. This year's sale will be unmissable, taking place over two days, February 7 and 8. An additional…
Nissan Skyline GT-R: introducing the unbearable 100% electric R32 EV
The Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 represents, for many Japanese car enthusiasts, and others, a sort of "grail". As part of the Tokyo Auto Salon, Nissan unveils an astonishing, for lack of a better word, Nissan R32 EV (EV: Electric Vehicle). To our eyes, a new "automotive blasphemy", a Skyline GT-R R32 from 1989 has "traded"…
Spirit of America Sonic I: the legendary supersonic machine is up for sale
Driving as fast as possible has been a challenge pursued by humans since the end of the 19th century. One of the most incredible and powerful machines in the history of supersonic automobiles will be auctioned by RM Sotheby's at the end of February in Miami. 60 years ago, precisely on November 15, 1965, at the…
24 Hours of Le Mans: the 1965 victorious Ferrari 250 LM is for sale
In 1966, Ford achieved a historic triple victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, triumphing over Ferrari. During the six previous editions of the world's most prestigious car race, Ferrari had dominated the competition, clinching victory each time. The Ferrari 250 LM (Le Mans), victorious in Sarthe in 1965 thanks to…
Mercedes-Benz W 196 R: towards a record sale of over €50,000,000
Driven by Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss, the first Mercedes-Benz W 196 R Stromlinienwagen (Streamliner - streamlined body) will be auctioned by RM Sotheby's on February 1st in Stuttgart. The W 196 R with chassis number 00009/54 is estimated at over 50,000,000 €. In a few days, during the auction organized by RM…
KITT: we found a Pontiac Firebird Trans Am from the Knight Rider TV series
K.I.T.T, or KITT, for Knight Industries Two Thousand, the iconic car from the TV series Knight Rider, is much more than just a vehicle. It embodies the perfect alliance between high technology and man, represented by the famous vigilante played by David Hasselhoff. Here is the fascinating story behind this car that…