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Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
This Mercedes Red Pig Isn't What It Seems
Read the full story on Backfire News The Mercedes 'Red Pig' is famous among fans of AMG, the high-performance division in the automaker. After all, it's the car that started it all. From time to time, someone creates a tribute to the heavily modified Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL, but this one isn't what it the exterior is faithful enough to the original, grafted to the 300 SEL body is a 2017 Mercedes-MG C63 S chassis. If that sounds insane, it is, so it seems fitting the build comes from none other than S-Klub, a shop in Los Angeles that's famous for over-the-top creations like this. We profiled another build of theirs before, a widebody Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing that also uses modern AMG power. The story behind this build apparently involves a friend of the shop buying a partially done, partially botched Red Pig tribute car, asking the S-Klub to do it properly. They did with their typical flair, as you can clearly see. What's truly amazing is the shop finished the project in just 40 days. That's beyond impressive, crossing over into the insane. Considering S-Klub doesn't just slop through things, and the details of this car look amazing, that wasn't accomplished by cutting corners. You'll note bits of modernity are present on the exterior, like the blacked-out trim, carbon fiber pieces with exposed weave, and of course modern LED headlights with red halos. That's the first sign this isn't just a straight tribute car. Rather than just leave the C63 S powertrain alone, they upgraded the turbos, downpipe, and did some other tweaks. Horsepower has been pushed from the factory rating of 503 to 1,000. The guy from S-Klub says it's a legitimate racecar. There are a lot of cool details on this build, especially if you pull up a photo of the original Red Pig and reference that as you watch. For fans of Mercedes and especially AMG it's a real treat. Images via Autotopia LA/YouTube
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Broad Arrow Opens 2025 with $14.5 Million Academy of Art University Collection Auction
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious Broad Arrow Auctions launched its 2025 auction season with resounding success, achieving $14.5 million in total sales at The Academy of Art University Collection Auction on February 15. The sale, held at the university's Museum facilities, drew an enthusiastic crowd alongside hundreds of online and phone bidders from 13 countries. Leading the auction was a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing, finished in an eye-catching Strawberry Red, which sold for $1,490,000, topping pre-sale estimates. The car sparked a heated bidding war, ultimately selling to a new Broad Arrow client over the phone. 'The fantastic results from this auction reaffirm that enthusiasm for classic-era collector cars remains strong,' said Caroline Cassini, Senior Car Specialist at Broad Arrow Auctions. 'The unique nature of these vehicles attracted significant interest, demonstrating our team's expertise in connecting private collections with the right buyers.' Among the top sales were several coachbuilt pre-war classics, including a 1933 Chrysler Custom Imperial Dual-Windshield Phaeton by LeBaron, which sold for $1,039,000—a historic car originally owned by LeBaron designer Ralph Roberts. A 1937 Squire 1½-Liter Drophead Coupe by Corsica exceeded expectations, fetching $643,000, while a 1931 Invicta S-Type 4½-Litre Low Chassis Fixed Head Coupe, complete with an invitation to the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, secured $445,000. Rounding out the top five was a 1932 Marmon Sixteen Convertible Sedan by LeBaron, once owned by J. Paul Getty, which sold for $423,000, surpassing its pre-sale estimate. Lot Vehicle Final Price (USD) 180 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Coupe $1,490,000 157 1933 Chrysler Custom Imperial Phaeton $1,039,000 160 1937 Squire 1½-Liter Drophead Coupe $643,000 143 1931 Invicta S-Type Fixed Head Coupe $445,000 167 1932 Marmon Sixteen Convertible Sedan $423,000 150 1930 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A Castagna Cabriolet $412,000 164 1939 Lagonda LG6 Rapide $401,000 130 1928 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Brewster Town Car $357,000 162 1934 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria $357,000 146 1928 Daimler Double-Six 50 Royal Limousine $346,000 Complete results from the auction are available at With a strong start to 2025, Broad Arrow now turns its focus to The Amelia Auction, taking place March 7-8 at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island. The official auction of The Amelia Concours d'Elegance will feature over 165 collector cars, including two Le Mans legends: a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione and a 1954 Jaguar D-Type Works Competition known as OKV 2. Bidding registration and event details can be found at
Observer
16-02-2025
- Automotive
- Observer
Oman to host inaugural classics car rally from Feb 17
MUSCAT, FEB 15: Oman is set to welcome its first-ever classic car rally, Oman Classic — The First Drive, from February 17 to 21, featuring 12 legendary automobiles from Germany, Switzerland, the UK and the UAE. This event promises a visual treat for motor enthusiasts as these vintage masterpieces take to the streets of the Sultanate of Oman. The lineup includes rare automotive icons from the late 1950s and early 1960s, such as the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing and Roadster, the Jaguar E-Type and the Mercedes-Benz Pagoda. The rally is organised by Al Mamari & Kiefer Investments LLC (AKI) in collaboration with Germany's HK Engineering and is supported by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Oman Automobile Association (OAA) and Muscat Municipality. Zainab Al Maamari, the event's organiser, shared her remarks to Observer that the rally aims to celebrate Oman's heritage through these historic vehicles. "Classic cars are rich in history, and their owners appreciate heritage and strong roots, much like Oman itself. We envision this as an annual event, exploring different parts of the country each year," she said. As a prelude to the rally, a prestigious Gala Night of Oman Classics will be held under the auspices of Dr Mohammed bin Said al Maamari, Minister of Awqaf and Religious Affairs. This exclusive evening will bring together collectors, industry leaders and enthusiasts to celebrate automotive excellence, luxury and heritage. A key highlight of the event is the presence of Hans Kleissl, a world-renowned expert in classic Mercedes-Benz restoration and the mastermind behind HK Engineering, the only company dedicated exclusively to the full restoration of the legendary 300SL Gullwing. "With decades of experience, his expertise has helped preserve and elevate the 300SL's legacy as one of the most sought-after collector cars in history," added Al Maamari. The public will have a rare opportunity to view these iconic machines up close on February 21 at 6 pm at the Royal Opera House Muscat (ROHM).
