A blend of pure artistic expression, idealism and moving machine, RM Sotheby’s offered and sold an undeniably significant trio of concept cars most commonly referred to as “The BAT Alfa’s”. The sale of the renowned trio of Alfa Romeo Berlina Aerodinamica Tecnica concept cars, B.A.T.
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Ghia’s Gilda: Siren Song for An Era
By Winston Goodfellow | Photos By Evan Klein | January 24, 2013 Fabulously Unadorned The Gilda’s sleek shape shows Savonuzzi’s design sensitivity and wind-tunnel testing. What makes cars like this “art” are details such as the arrow-shaped door handle and a superb use of colors.
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You Can Find Me Here On The Ghia Planet
We came across this great write up on Jalopnik of the Probe 1 Concept Car, almost poetic! Original Article – Raphael Orlove – Jalopnik February 2017 You may have been looking for me. I am not there. I am away, here, secluded at my Space
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American Cars With Italian Flair? Remembering the Lincoln Indianapolis and Chrysler Gilda
Original Articel – Jonathon Keats – Forbes.com The chassis came from Dearborn, the inspiration from Indianapolis. But when Gian Paolo Boano exhibited his new concept for the Lincoln Continental at the 1955 Turin Auto Show, it was obvious that the styling wasn’t American. Boano and
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1972 Maserati Boomerang Coupe Lands Highest Auction Price at Bonhams Sale in Chantilly
Bonhams had 27 collector cars available to the highest bidder at their recent auction event in Chantilly, France. The most expensive lot of the group turned out to be none other than, the one-off 1972 Maserati Boomerang. This one-of-a-kind concept car was built on the
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Mercedes-Benz Driverless F 015 Prototype – My ride in the sci-fi car of the future
Article originally published – MARCH 19, 2015 on Fortune Magazine Concept cars play a vital role in the development of the automobiles of tomorrow. Mercedes-Benz latest venture into the world of these fantasy vehicles, includes a car that doesn’t require a driver! I felt a bit uneasy
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History Channel Concept Cars Documentary (Video)
The History Channel Concept Cars Documentary shown here, titled from the Modern Marvels series, gives great insight into the early days of the concept car. They were pure fantasy on wheels, machines designed to make the heart race and the mind ask…what if? Explore the
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Harley Earl – GM’s Creative Mastermind (Video)
Harley J. Earl (November 22, 1893 – April 10, 1969) was the initial designated head of Design at General Motors, later becoming Vice President, the first top executive ever appointed in Design of a major corporation in American history. He was an industrial designer and
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Art Center Car Classic 2013: Recap
Art Center Car Classic 2013: Sunday, October 27th Pasadena California Scott Grundfor Company’s addition to the fabulous roster of cars on display over the weekend was the 1983 Ford/Ghia Barchetta one-off concept vehicle. This concept car, designed by Ghia for Ford Motor Company, was unveiled
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USA Today – Tell us about your car: Scott Grundfor’s Ghia Streamline X
As stunning cars go, it’s basically impossible to beat this Ghia Steamline X concept. The Italian prototype is a gorgeous and significant today as it was in 1955 when it set the auto world on fire. As if the looks weren’t enough, it innovated with
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