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NZ Autocar
2 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Celebrate 24 Hours of Le Mans with Porsche New Zealand
Porsche New Zealand, in collaboration with The Wrap Shop, invites motorsport enthusiasts to join a special celebration of the 24 Hours of Le Mans this Sunday at Issy's Cafe in Milford. Event Details: • When: Sunday, June 15, 2025 • Where: Issy's Cafe, 110 Kitchener Rd, Milford • What's On: o Complimentary coffees (while supplies last) o Live streaming of the 24 Hours of Le Mans o Exclusive display: Le Mans-inspired Porsche Taycan, featuring a custom livery by The Wrap Shop with vinyl supplied by Arlon Graphics. Experience the thrill of endurance racing as we celebrate Porsche's motorsport heritage. The all-electric Taycan, on display, embodies Porsche's racing DNA, boasting 800V architecture derived directly from the Le Mans-winning 919 Hybrid. The 24 Hours of Le Mans, held in France, runs from Saturday afternoon to Sunday afternoon local time. Kiwis can catch the heart of the action from 3am Sunday to 3am Monday. Attendees at Issy's Cafe will be able to witness the pivotal middle hours of the race. Porsche holds an enviable record at Le Mans, with 19 overall victories since 1951. Iconic models like the 917, 956, and 919 Hybrid have defined endurance racing. Innovations from the track turn up on Porsche's road cars. In 2025, Porsche is targeting its 20th overall win, with the Porsche Penske Motorsport team fielding three Porsche 963 hybrid prototypes and a fourth entered by Proton Competition. Manthey Racing will also represent Porsche in the LMGT3 class with three 911GT3 R entrants. Special Announcement: Porsche has unveiled the new 963 RSP, a road-going version of its Hypercar, as the team prepares for this weekend's race. Kiwi Connection: New Zealanders Brendon Hartley and Earl Bamber, both former Porsche factory drivers and Le Mans winners in the 919 Hybrid, are competing this year for non-Porsche teams, continuing the proud Kiwi tradition at Le Mans.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Bentley Collector Completes Le Mans-Themed Garage with Bespoke Bentayga Apex Edition
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Longtime Bentley collector Mark King has taken delivery of a Bespoke Bentayga Apex Edition by Mulliner, a vehicle that completes his one-of-a-kind Le Mans-inspired collection. The Northern Ireland-based enthusiast now owns a matching pair of Le Mans Collection Bentleys, with the Bentayga joining his 2023 Continental GT Le Mans Collection in the same Verdant Green and Moonbeam livery. The Bentayga Apex Edition is one of just 20 examples worldwide, hand-built by Mulliner and exclusively available to owners of the Le Mans Collection Continental GT or GT Convertible. This pairing marks the 20th anniversary of Bentley's 2003 Le Mans victory, which ended the brand's 73-year hiatus from the winner's circle at the prestigious endurance race. King's Bentley collection reflects his deep appreciation for the brand's high-performance and luxury vehicles. His latest Apex Edition Bentayga joins an already impressive lineup, including a Bentayga Speed, Continental GT3-R, and a Continental Flying Spur. Known for using his Bentleys extensively, King has logged over 100,000 miles in his Bentayga Speed, often using it to transport other vehicles in his collection. His decision to commission the Le Mans Collection Continental GT in 2023 made him an ideal candidate for the matching Apex Edition Bentayga. Bentley's exclusive offer to existing Le Mans Collection owners made the decision easy, and King was quick to secure his place among the 20 recipients. The Apex Edition Bentayga: Performance Meets Heritage Based on the Bentayga S, the Apex Edition is the most dynamic iteration of Bentley's SUV yet. Powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8, it delivers 542 horsepower (550 PS) and 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) of torque, propelling the luxury SUV from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. Performance enhancements include: Bentley Dynamic Ride for improved handling Rear-wheel steering for agility 22-inch Mulliner carbon wheels, reducing unsprung mass by 44 kg Carbon-ceramic brakes for superior stopping power Le Mans-inspired livery, exclusive to owners of the Continental GT Le Mans Collection This Bentayga not only offers enhanced handling but also maintains Bentley's signature luxury with an interior crafted from Beluga hide and Dinamica fabric, accented by contrast Hotspur stitching. King's Le Mans Collection Continental GT, introduced in 2023, was built to honor Bentley's six victories at Le Mans. Inspired by the #7 Speed 8, which took the checkered flag in 2003, the GT features: Verdant Green exterior with Blackline accents Painted #7 grille in Arctica White Carbon-ceramic brakes with red calipers 22-inch ten-spoke black wheels A special inlaid emblem commemorating Bentley's six Le Mans wins A standout feature of all Le Mans Collection Bentleys is the Rotating Display, which includes a vitrine containing a real engine valve from the 2003 Speed 8 race car—a tangible connection to Bentley's racing legacy. With this Le Mans-inspired Bentayga Apex Edition, Mark King's collection now stands as one of the most exclusive Bentley stables in the world, blending performance, history, and bespoke craftsmanship. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
