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The Vue

MitchellC U S T O M T A B L E S

MADE in thE usASince 1977

6160 Ulmerton RoadClearwater, Florida 33760

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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission. Luxury Auto Direct Magazine TM is published in the u.S.A 12 times per year by Luxury Direct Media, Inc.. For subscription or advertising rates, call 813-920-1988 or write to Luxury Auto Direct Magazine, PO Box 1058, Lutz, FL 33548. Luxury Auto Direct Magazine TM makes no representation or warranty for accuracy or content. The pictures of automobiles for sale and the written offer for sale are the responsibility of the individual advertiser. All photos become property of Luxury Direct Media, Inc. when printed unless otherwise agreed to by the publisher.

The “Bull” UnleashedLamborghini Gallardo GT 540 Edition

Street Rocket Ducati 848

StandoutMercedes-Benz GLK Vision Freeside

Porsche Power2008 Porsche GTS Cup

Super Vette2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Wald InternationalBlack Bison CL550

Artistic VisionKahn Design Bentley Continental GT

A Mighty VantageV12 Vantage RS

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The Luxury Index is a high end luxury travel and rental website cateringto the niche market of the wealthy. This is the only website on the internet offering such an extensive array of categories and services directed toward luxury travel and rental.

The Luxury Index is comprised of five categories and will be FREE OF CHARGE. Those categories are: Properties, Automotive, Marine, Aviation, and Personal services. Each category has various search features, such as: search by location on an interactive Flash map, a fill-in-search-box, and a picture search feature. The site will allow people of wealth to find the proper accommodations for all of their travel and rental needsas well as create additional revenue by renting their tenure.

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BF PERFORMAnCE

the “bull”unleashed

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GT 540 EDITIOn

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The Switzerland-based tuner began developing products for Lam-borghinis in the mid-1990’s, ever since parent company Forstner Automobile GmbH started Lamborghini Stuttgart, now one of the largest Lamborghini dealers in Europe. Their association with a leading Lamborghini dealer gives BF Performance a distinct ad-vantage. Simply put, the BF Performance has unequalled familiar-ity with the unique characteristics of Lamborghini cars and their owners. Having access to the latest specification vehicles and the

BF PERFORMAnCE

BF Performance is known as “The home of special Lamborghinis”, and for good reason.

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GT 540 EDITIOn

ability to drive and evaluate models in real world use every day means that BF Performance engineers can develop products that resonate with Lamborghini owners and bring out the best in the “Bulls” from Sant’ Agata. At the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, BF Performance presented their newest package based on the Lamborghini Gallardo, the GT 540 Edition. The GT 540 includes an aerody-namic kit with a newly designed front spoiler, side skirts under the sills and a carefully sculpted rear diffuser. BF Performance offers a choice of two rear wing styles (the GT or GTR), a front hood and rear view door mirrors made from carbon fiber. In fact, all the BF Performance exterior accessories are made from high quality carbon fiber. In true custom-fitted tradition,

a client can specify fine or wide weave carbon components, with a clear-gloss, clear-matte or color-matched painted fin-ish. It is all up to the client’s preference. Of particular interest to many Lamborghini owners is the fact that BF Performance’s products are designed to affix to the vehicle without making any permanent modifications to the original body parts, which is particularly appealing to the purist collectors. The carbon fiber treatment continues in the engine compartment, which is accented with a comprehensive carbon panel package. The final exterior touch is something that many Lamborghini own-ers request- the door articulation is modified to allow for the classic “scissor” travel that Lamborghini made famous on the Countach and Diablo.

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BF PERFORMAnCE

The exhaust system is typically one of the first items a tuning client chooses to modify on their car. However, im-proving the performance and sound on a highly developed and uncompromised sports car such as the Gallardo is not a task that should be left to typical manufacturers. BF Performance’s exhaust technology partner has bona fides that include supplying exhaust systems for five Formula One Teams. Therefore, the fit, finish, sound quality and power de-velopment of the BF Performance exhaust system are just

what one would expect- world class. There are several ex-haust options for the Gallardo offered by BF, including a top of the range model featuring an electronic switch mechanism that gives the option of high or low sound volume. The interior of the BF Performance GT 540 Edition Gal-lardo receives as much attention as the exterior, and con-tinuing the theme of the exterior parts the emphasis is on extremely high quality carbon fiber. An extensive 19-piece package of interior trim components, finished in a wide range of client-specified colors, highlight the superb design of the Gallardo’s cockpit. The all important interface between man and machine is given attention, with a reshaped, ergonomi-cally formed and carbon fiber trimmed steering wheel along with light weight sport seats trimmed in fine leather and Al-cantara. The GT 540 Edition Gallardo as a complete package is a masterwork of art and function. However, Lamborghini own-ers who are intrigued by particular features on the GT540 do not have to commit to the complete conversion to whet their appetites. On the contrary, BF Performance understands that unique automobiles are owned by unique individuals, and will gladly work with clients to develop their vehicles to their personal specifications. In 2008, this level of personal service will be available to North American clients, as BF Per-formance will introduce a sales and service network in the US and Canada in March.

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EXOTICS SHOWROOM

2003 Aston Martin Vanquish, 14k mi., Silver/Gray, F1 shifters, 19 in. wheels,

1,350 watt Linn Audio System

2007 Lamborghini LP640 Coupe, 1k mi., Grigio Telesto/Nero lther, E-gear, DVD player, Navigation

2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR Silver Arrow, 4k mi., Blk/Blk, 19” tur-bine wheels, Carbon fiber seats

2007 Bentley Continental GTC, 5k mi., Chestnut/Saddle & Saf-fron, Navigation, 19” in. wheels

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, 81 mi., Silver/Black, Exclusive Nappa

Lther, Parktronic, Keyless Go

2003 Maserati Grandsport Spyder Cambiocorsa, 10k mi., F1 Shifters, Power seats, Navigation

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2008 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG, 9,000 mi., Black/Black Premium leather, Premuim 3 package, Panoramic roof, Distronic plus, I-pod integration kit, Nightview camera, Keyless Go, Drive Dynamic seats, Call The Garage 305-594-2223 or visit www.themiamigarage.com for more information.

2007 BMW 750LI, Micigan Blue/Natural Brown Nasca Leather, Luxury comfort seats, Park distance sensors, Navigation, Heated Seats, Call The Garage 305-594-2223 or visit www.themiamigarage.com for more informa-tion.

2006 Mercedes-Benz E350, 15,000 mi., Black/Charcoal, Xenon Headlamps, Air-suspension, Appearance Package, Avant Garde Package, Split folding rear seats, Sunroof, Navigation, Harmon Kardon sound, Call The Garage 305-594-2223 or visit www.themiamigarage.com for more information.

2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 Roadster, 24,000 mi., Brilliant Silver Metallic/Charcoal, 20 in. Custom wheels, Active ventillated seats, Distronic, Park-tronic, Navigation, Call The Garage 305-594-2223 or visit www.themiami-garage.com for more information.

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Pearl Orange 2006 Gallardo E-Gear Coupe! Factory options include Fully Electric and Heated Seats, Transparent Engine Bonnet and Contrasting Orange Stitching. Only 2,349 miles. Call for Price! Call (866) 760-5530 or visit www.lamborghinihouston.com for more info.

1997 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster. Blue/Snowcorn Leather with match-ing blue piping and the optional rear wing, 11,023 miles. Less than 200 were ever produced for the U.S. making them quite rare. Call Steven Burks, Mo-torcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

2004 Bourget Fat Daddy Chopper in Cobalt Blue. Bourgets 113” S&S engine with a 6-speed transmission, 6 gallon fuel tank, 280 Rear Tire, Chrome Hyste-ria wheels, 4” rise handlebars and special chrome package. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

1999 Diablo SV in Yellow. 1 of only 25 Diablo SV’s built for the U.S. during the final year. 530hp, V12, Only 9,660 miles. Rear Wheel Drive SV contin-ues to be extremely popular with our clients. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

Rare 2005 Ford GT in Red with Ebony leather has only 2200 miles! Fully optioned with Lightweight Forged Aluminum Wheels, Red Painted Brake Calipers, and upgraded McIntosh Stereo System. Call for Price. Call (866) 760-5530 or visit www.lamborghinihouston.com for more info.

2001 Lamborghini Diablo 6.0 VT Coupe. Black/Snowcorn Leather, Black Stitching, Black Piping with 6,896 miles. Upgraded Stereo System, New Tires, Brake Calipers Coated in Yellow, Upgraded Exhaust, etc. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

2002 Lamborghini Murcielago. Black/Ivory, Only 2,655 miles with the fac-tory navigation system and a Car Cover. Also equipped with a custom Clear Bra and a hardwired Passport Radar detection system. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

2005 Lamborghini Murcielago Roadster E-Gear. Viking Red/Ivory. Sold new by us, just 1,482 miles. Loaded, E-Gear Transmission, Silver Painted Brake Cali-pers, $6,625 in Carbon Fiber Engine Compartment pieces. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

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DUCATI

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street rocketDUCATI AnnOUnCES ThE 848 SUPERBIKE!

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848 SUPERBIKE

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As agile and light as a Supersport, as powerful as a Superbike The words ‘agile’ and ‘refined’ aptly describe Ducati’s new 2008 848. At 369lbs the 848 is an amazing 44lbs lighter than its predecessor, and a significant 11lbs lighter than its larger capacity brother, the 1098. The new 848 enjoys all the performance advancements of the entire Superbike family, while adding its own innovations to redefine the middleweight sport bike class. With the first twist of the wrist, the powerful rush of the Testastretta Evoluzione engine confirms that the rules have changed. The 848’s 134hp is not only 30% more powerful than its predecessor, but it provides a power-to-weight ratio even better than the potent 999. In addition, the powerplant produces a staggering amount of torque at 9.8kgm (96Nm) at 8250 rpm. The new 848 Testastretta Evoluzione engine be-comes the benchmark for the middleweight sports-bike category, benefiting from all the experience accumulated with the larger engine on the 1098. It-successfully adopts the same design guidelines and

the same compactcylinder and cylinder head layout, but introduces for the first time ever an innovative solution for the crankcase, which has been designed with a further weight reduction for this advanced en-gine in mind. The overall layout of this engine inte-grates a series of avant-garde solutions, confirming the close links with the experience of Ducati’s racing department. The cylinder head has been modified in line with the characteristic bore and stroke of the engine in order to optimize the fluid dynamics of the intake (straight and plunging) and exhaust ducts and com-bustion chamber. The compression ratio is 12:1. The valve angle is the same as the 1098 engine and diam-eter is 39.5mm for the inlet valve and 32mm for the exhaust. The technology used sees the application of a bi-metallic alloy that combines increased lightness with resistance and reliability required for these par-ticular components. The desmodromic control system has also been designed with the weight and the inertia of the new components in mind, allowing extremely efficient valve lift during intake and exhaust phases. The excel-lent results achieved are confirmed by the engine’s power figures, producing outstanding performance thanks also to the use of MotoGP-derived elliptical

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The new 848 enjoys all the performance advancements of the entire Superbike family, while adding its own innovations to redefine the middleweight sport bike class.

throttle bodies, which have been fitted to the 1098 engine. For the first time ever, this Testastretta Evoluzione engine sees the introduction of a special technology for the construc-tion of the engine crankcase: Vacural casting. This is a forced vacuum die casting method that allows jet characteristics to be improved thanks to the absence of porosity, gas inclusion and oxidation. This allows extremely high measurement precision and greater ductility for aluminum alloy. Designers have been able to harness the benefits of this innovative process by rede-fining the shape and the wall thickness of the new crankcase by means of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) checks, which allowed the required reliability standards to be achieved, while simulta-

neously obtaining a significant weight saving of around 7.7 lbs. The high power figures achieved by this engine also come from the use of the same type of oil cooler and coolant radiator as the 1098’s engine, with an increased surface area assisted by lightweight, high flow electric fan assemblies. Finally, the 848’s exhaust system follows the same layout and uses the same in-novative technology as the 1098. The system terminates with Ducati’s trademark twin under-seat silencers, delivering the un-mistakable signature sound of the big bore 90° L-Twin. Supporting the massive engine and developed in coopera-tion with Ducati Corse, the 848 Trellis frame has a simplified tube layout featuring main section tubes increased in diameter

848 SUPERBIKE

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DUCATI

from 28mm to 34mm, while being reduced in thickness from 2mm to 1.5mm. The result is a 14% increase in rigidity and a weight saving of 3.3lbs. The 848, as all the Superbike family, is equipped with a unique single-sided swingarm. The engineers were encour-aged to re-think the construction technique of this element. The solution was to produce the main operational compo-nents using individual aluminum castings so as to ensure strength around the pivot points, wheel hub and suspension links, with fabricated aluminum sections used to complete the construction into a single, beautifully engineered com-ponent. Highlighting the way in which individual components are influenced by each other, the new lightweight Trel-lis frame and single-sided swingarm have enabled a more compact and further weight-saving rear suspension linkage system to be used featuring separate lower pick-up points for the push-rod and suspension unit. This ‘tandem’ design

effectively reduces stress around the linkage pick-up area of the Trellis frame. Working together with this highly efficient linkage is a fully adjustable Showa single shock for the 848, the same as the 1098. At the front, the new 848 is equipped with fully ad-justable 43mm Showa forks with radial mounts. This type of front suspension is professionally track-tuned and offers superior road holding, delivers superior feedback, and helps every rider to be more confident and in control. In addition, M4 calipers using four 32mm pistons and two radial mount-ed pads characterize the 848’s brake system. Matched to the calipers are two 320mm discs and the combination of these elements achieves spectacular braking power. As with all of the motorcycles in Ducati’s lineup, the 898 is a phenomenal example of intelligent design and the matchless engineering. For more information, please visit www.ducati.com

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MERCEDES-BEnZ

MERCEDES-BEnZ UnVEILS ITS PRODUCTIOn READy COMPACT SUV, ThE VISIOn GLK FREESIDE

standout

Text and Photos from Mercedes-Benz

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VISIOn GLK FREESIDE

combination of letters that has specific con-notations. The “G” alludes to the archetypal cross-country vehicle, the “L” intimates luxury and, as in other Mercedes model series, the “K”

stands for compactness (German: Kompaktheit). At first sight these three aspects may appear to be mutually in-compatible. But on closer inspection they offer the perfect combination as Mercedes-Benz takes its SUV expertise and launches it in a whole new dimension – in the excit-ing Vision GLK FREESIDE. In January 2008 this compact character made its world debut at the Detroit Auto Show, providing a vision of the shape of SUVs to come. The Vision GLK FREESIDE, now close to series pro-duction, has a distinctive design and combines typical SUV characteristics such as robustness and off-road capability with refined motoring characteristics on “normal” roads. The AGILITY CONTROL suspension ensures excellent han-dling dynamics and agility, coupled with excellent ride com-fort and pioneering active safety. A high-strength bodyshell forms the backbone of this model and also ensures other key characteristics: the driving stability and virtual absence of vibration and noise, whatever the conditions, are com-pelling, and the passive safety, as you expect from the brand, is of the highest standard. The economical and environmentally friendly new-generation BLUETEC four-cylinder engine, combined with the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission and

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the new 4MATIC all-wheel drive, en-sures highly appealing performance. The compact concept vehicle, mea-suring 14.80 ft in length, also boasts technology usually reserved for higher vehicle classes. Features not only include the anticipatory PRE-SAFE® safety concept and the Intel-ligent Light System (ILS), but also the intuitively controlled COMAND APS infotainment centre, a rear-seat en-tertainment system with two screens and THERMOTRONIC 3-zone auto-matic climate control. Extremely attractive in stylistic terms, this vision of a future compact SUV, a vehicle packed with character, succeeds by combining the angular design of the original G-Class with typical design features from the con-temporary Mercedes-Benz passenger car range. The interior of the Vision GLK FREESIDE complements the expressive body design and impresses with high-quality materials and an ergonomically coherent overall concept, instantly conveying that typical Mer-cedes ambience. The Vision GLK FREESIDE is to undergo its first test of char-acter at the NAIAS in Detroit. “The Vision GLK illustrates the logical way in which our extremely successful model strategy can be con-

tinued in the SUV segment,” commented Dr Dieter Zetsche, CEO of Daimler AG. Dr Zetsche has a very close connection with the compact and distinctive Vision GLK FREESIDE, based on his time as a vehicle developer back in the mid-1980s. One of Dr Zetsche’s areas of responsibility at that time was the development of the leg-endary G-Class. Looking back, he explained, “The needs profiles are different now. But there’s one thing that hasn’t changed: if a Mercedes has a G in its name, it has to perform exceptionally in all conditions.”

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TIME IS IT. Over 92% of people who own exercise equipment and88% of people who own health club memberships do notexercise. A 4 minute complete workout is no longer hard tobelieve for all the people who since 1990 have bought ourexcellent Range of Motion machine (ROM). Over 97% of peoplewho rent our ROM for 30 days wind up purchasing it based uponthe health benefits experiencedduring that tryout, and the ROMperformance score at the end ofeach 4 minute workout that tells thestory of health and fitnessimprovement. At under 20 cents peruse, the 4 minute ROM exercise isthe least expensive full bodycomplete exercise a person can do.How do we know that it is under 20cents per use? Over 90% of ROMmachines go to private homes, butwe have a few that are in commercialuse for over 12 years and they haveendured over 80,000 uses each,without need of repair or overhaul.The ROM 4 minute workout is forpeople from 10 to over 100 years oldand highly trained athletes as well.

The ROM adapts its resistance every second during the workoutto exactly match the user’s ability to perform work. It balancesblood sugar, and repairs bad backs and shoulders. Too good tobe true? Get our free video and see for yourself. The best prooffor us is that 97% of rentals become sales. Please visit ourwebsite at: www.FastExercise.com.

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The typical ROM purchaser goes through several stages:1. Total disbelief that the ROM can do all this in only 4 minutes.2. Rhetorical (and sometimes hostile) questioning and ridicule.3. Reading the ROM literature and reluctantly understanding it.4. Taking a leap of faith and renting a ROM for 30 days. 5. Being highly impressed by the results and purchasing a ROM.6. Becoming a ROM enthusiast and trying to persuade friends.7. Being ignored and ridiculed by the friends who think you’ve lost your mind.8. After a year of using the ROM your friends admiring your good shape.9. You telling them (again) that you only exercise those 4 minutes per day.

10. Those friends reluctantly renting the ROM for a 30 day trial.Then the above cycle repeats from point 5 on down.

The more we tell people about the ROM the less they believe it.From 4 minutes on the ROM you get the same results as from 20 to 45minutes aerobic exercise (jogging, running, etc.) for cardio and respiratory benefits, plus 45 minutes weight training for muscle tone andstrength, plus 20 minutes stretching exercise for limberness/flexibility.

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GEAR & GADGETS

VeuVe CliCquot VertiCal limit

by PorsChe Design

Visually stunning and immediately engaging, the Vertical Limit is a must have for any champagne and art enthusiast. Each unit is fully handmade of stainless steel and stands over six feet tall. The champagne tower chiller comes with 12 classic Veuve Clicquot magnums, starting with the 1955 Vintage and ending with 1995. Each bottle is housed in its own compartment lit with the classic Veuve Clicquot yellow light. The temperature is set at a constant 12 degrees celsius—ideal for tasting and the same climate as the Veuve Clicquot cellars in Reims, France.Just 15 of these champagne tower chillers have been made costing $70,000 each. www.porschedesign.com

The Ferrari Motorola Z8 handset will come in the auto-maker’s hot black and red color scheme featuring a ‘kick slider’ that achieves a ‘fit-to-face’ profile by gliding open in a curve to match the contour of the user’s face. This limited edition version comes loaded with 2 Ferrari vid-

eos, pre-registration to the official Ferrari site (ferrariworld.com), cus-tom Ferrari wallpapers and ring-tones, direct links to various online

Car Magazines along with “The Bourne Identity” movie.The Ferrari Motorola Z8 will have the same specifications at Motorola’s Z8 handset, including multiple connectivity options, a TI 2420 processor, and 2mega-pixel camera with flash, allowing users to get mobile TV, gaming, video and music all on one speedy-looking device. Handsets will be available for purchase the first quarter of 2008. www.motorola.com

Ferrari motorola Z8

luxury Key PenDants From imPerial CraFtworKs

Whether you own one of these luxury vehicles, or wish you could, the Imperial Craftwork key pendants from Imperial Craftwork should be on everyone’s wish list. There are ten luxury auto logos to choose from, including Bentley, Ferrari, Rolls Royce, BMW, and Audi. These key pendant are made from your choice of sterling silver, sterling with white gold plating, or pure platinum. Prices start at $130.00www.imperialcraftwork.com

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naCsounD For sonanCe sPeaKers

Italian sound system designer NACSound has teamed up with Sonance to create these stylish speakers, meant to be noticed rather than hidden. The Sonance series is especially designed to blend in with your interior and they look like modern sculptures or lamps. These loudspeakers are constructed of ceramic, aluminum, wood, and carbon-fiber materials and are designed to be either suspended from the ceiling or be placed on a flat surface. The speakers range in price from $1,000 to $4,500. www.sonance.com

Vrx maCh 4

The VRX Mach 4 is the ultimate, home-entertainment race simulator. It is pow-ered by four Xbox 360’s, outputting 4 Teraflops of power, which drive the 3 Sharp Aquos LCD’s; the fourth Xbox 360 powers a 7” LCD rear view mirror. This simulator is the first in its class to completely immerse the driver and el-evate the virtual racing experience to a new level of realism. Some other specs on this virtual racing must-have are a Virtual Wind Syster powered by 2 dual Honeywell Fans, a Microsoft force feedback steering wheel, Harmon Kardon AVR-144 surround sound receiver, 1500 watt tactile vibration feedback system, 1900 watt tactile power amplifier, Italian Sparco Monza racing seat (choice of red/black or black/silver), suspension seat base, and even a place for your drink. Compatible with Xbox 360, Windows, PS3, and Nintendo Wii$24,995.00. For ordering information contact: [email protected]

riCaVision VaVe100

The VAVE100 features Windows SideShow, a technology that will enable user through a graphical interface to view news headlines, weather, email, computer stored pics & music, and much more. One touch of the Microsoft Media Center green button instantly activates the Windows® Media Center from Windows® Vista. Control MCE to play your favorite music or recorded TV and dis-play pictures. This state of the art universal remote also packs a bright 2.4-inch QVGA LCD for displaying SideShow content, and gives you the ability to control over 20 different entertainment devices. It uses IR, plus Bluetooth 100-meter Class 1 SPP/A2DP connectivity (up-gradable through the built-in mini USB) with au-dio streaming. VAVE100 comes equipped with a rechargeable Li-On battery, and a docking station that features a RC6 receiver, a Bluetooth transceiver and a power charger. Price is $349.00 and ships on leap day, February 29, 2008.www.ricavision.com

bugatti saFe by stoCKinger

The Bugatti Safe by Stockinger combines the lastest in anti-theft protection. It is made of an armored material which protects is

against almost any threat including a dia-mond cored drill normally used to break into

safes. The safe is heat and water resistant and includes special alarms to tell if the safe has been moved or damaged. Its anti-theft features include a five button keypad, four-way ground anchor with break-off sensors, sonic and noise sensors in both the door and body, and even optional GPS which allows it to be tracked any-

where in the world. Available in all the same colors as the Bugatti Veyron as well as inte-rior materials and leathers. Only 50 Bugatti

Safes will be made. www.stockinger.com

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PORSCHE SHOWROOM

Reach thousands of Qualified buyeRs the

effective way!call 813-920-1988 or

email: [email protected] for more information

SELL YOUR CAR HERE

1997 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo S Extremely Rare, 1-Owner with only 4,305 miles in Speed Yellow over Black Leather interior! The Turbo S was the “ultimate air-cooled 911” and was limited to just 182 cars worldwide in 1997 only. Call for more information. Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

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Reach thousands of Qualified buyeRs the

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email: [email protected] for more information

SELL YOUR CAR HERE

PORSCHE SHOWROOM

1997 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo in Deep Ocean Blue Metallic over Cashmere leather. Call for more information. Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet. Speed Yellow/Black/Black Soft Top, Only 4,859 miles! Color combo is absolutely stunning! Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

2003 Porsche 911 GT2. Blue/Black, Only 8,352 miles! Loaded w/upgrades, Black Sport Seats with Blue Stitching, , 20-inch Upgraded Wheels with Porsche Crest in Center, Yellow Brake Calipers plus much more! Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

1996 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo. Silver Metallic/Cashmere Lther. Available for only 2 years, Porsche’s air-cooled, twin turbo charged, flat 6 engine, 400hp output, a 6-spd manual, all-wheel-drive trans. Call Steven Burks, Motorcars International 417-831-9999 or visit www.motorcars-intl.com

2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. Black/Black Leather! Only 21,292 miles. This one-owner Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is a fully loaded SUV. Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

1964 356 SC Coupe. Sunroof, Black/Tan leather, Very nice paint, this is an excellent turn key driver. For more information contact Rayda Sinni, Phone: 705-321-7398 or Email: [email protected]

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S F77 Package. Carrara White/Special Sand Beige Leather Int., Sport Chrono Kit! This car has it all! Still under Full Porsche Factory 4yr/50,000mile warranty and has only 6 Miles! Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

2007 Porsche 997 GT3 RS. Orange / Black. Very special Porsche. For more information contact Rayda Sinni, Phone: 705-321-7398 or Email: [email protected]

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PORSChE

PorschePower

ThE nEW 420 hORSEPOWER PORSChE 911

GT3 CUP

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911 GT3 CUP

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he new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup is entering the 2008 motorsport season with engine output increased to 420 bhp. The car will be raced in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup, the world’s fast-

est international brand trophy, and worldwide in national Porsche Carrera Cups and GT3 Cup Challenges. 265 units of this production-based racing car developed in Weissach will be built on Porsche’s production line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhau-sen, marking a new record for a car of this category. The most significant modification compared with last year’s model is the new rear end following the design of the production model. Air venting slits ensure better dissipation of heat at the rear. The 3.6-litre six-cylinder boxer engine developed in Weissach is also based on the street-legal GT3 and develops maximum output of 420 bhp, 20 horsepower more than on the previous model. The sequential six-speed transmission with interruption of engine power enables the driver to shift up under full throttle without disengaging the clutch. The transmission itself has been optimised and the gear ratios adjusted to the characteristics of the engine.

Weighing 2,530 lbs. in race trim, the new 911 GT3 Cup has a power-to-weight ratio of 5.9 lbs. per horsepower. The 26 units of the 911 GT3 Cup built for the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup feature a special exhaust system with an even more striking sound pattern reminiscent of the Formula 1 racing scene as well as PCCB Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes as exclusive highlights. Compared with conventional brake discs, PCCB reduces unsprung masses by 44 lbs. and sets new standards in terms of responsiveness, resistance to fading, and a long service life. The racing cars entered worldwide in the Carrera Cup feature a modified exhaust system and steel brake discs. Porsche’s Racing Department in Weissach is respon-sible for the fine-tuning and running in the 911 GT3 Cup cars. Deliveries will be directly from Weissach, depending on the country of destination and the schedules to be observed. While the cars for the Carrera Cup New Zealand have already been shipped, delivery of the racing cars for the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup and the Carrera Cup Germany is scheduled for early March 2008.

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FERRARI SHOWROOM

1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS. A Beautiful 246 GTS with original Daytona seats, air, and power windows. Documented with recent major mechanical work including suspension rebuild. As beautiful underneath as it is on top. Excel-lent working air conditioning and a new clutch enhances the already enjoyable driving experience this car delivers. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

2004 Ferrari 360 Spider F1. Factory options in-clude: F1 transmission; Scuderia shields; Red brake calipers; 6 disc CD changer; Electric seats. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

2004 Ferrari 360 Spider. Factory options in-clude: F1 Transmission; Modular Wheels; Red Brake Callipers; Scuderia Shields; Challenge Grill; 6 Disc CD Changer; HiFi Stereo System; Daytona Seats; Electric Seats; Yellow Piping. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

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FERRARI SHOWROOM

1997 Ferrari 456 GTA. This gorgeous 456 is dark blue with beige interior. With a Ferrari 5.5 Liter V12 engine this 2+2 coupe has all the power you need. And with an automatic transmission this car drives as smooth as glass! Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

1994 Ferrari 348 Spider. This 348 Spider is in great condition, and has already had its major service work performed. It is stunning to the eye in a black over beige color combination. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta. This particular-Barchetta is Silver with a gorgeous dark blue interior. It has been fully serviced and is ready for your enjoyment! It also includes a full set of Ferrari 550 Barchetta Pininfarina luggage. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

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ChEVROLET

superVette

2009 ChEVROLET CORVETTE ZR1: ThE MOST POWERFUL AnD FASTEST AUTOMOBILE EVER

PRODUCED By GEnERAL MOTORS

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CORVETTE ZR1

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hevrolet has officially announced the 2009 Corvette ZR1. The project has been rumored for months, known internally as the “Blue Devil” named so for GM CEO Rick Wagoner’s alma mater, Duke University, and may just have the power

to breathe new life back into the Motor City. Built as an all American supercar, the ‘09 ZR1 will bring the technology and engineering refine-ment of carbon fiber, ceramics andelectronics together in a distinctive, yet alluring, design. Ed Peper, general manager for Chevrolet, explained, “Preliminary-testing shows the ZR1 builds on the highly respected Corvette Z06 inevery performance category, from acceleration and braking, to corner-ing grip and top speed. It all boils down to the power-to-weight ratio and the ZR1’s is exceptional—better than the Porsche 911 GT2, the Fer-rari 599 and even the Lamborghini LP640. In fact, the ZR1 is expected to be the first production Corvette to achieve a top speed of at least 200 mph.”

The Corvette ZR1 relies on an all-new LS9 supercharged 6.2L V-8 targeted at producing at least 100 horsepower per liter and ap-proximately 595 lb.-ft. of torque with a six-speed close-ratio race hardened manual transmission. The LS9 is hand-assembled at GM’s Performance Build Center, in Wixom, Mich., and incorporates specialty processes typically seen in racing engines to produce a highly refinedand precise product. The enabler of the LS9’s performance and refinement is a large,positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger with a new, four-loberotor design. It is augmented with an integrated charge cooling system that reduces inlet air temperature for maximum performance. A sixth-generation supercharger developed by Eaton helps the LS9 make big power and torque at lower rpm and carries it in a wide arc to 6,600 rpm, as it pushes enough air to help the engine maintain power through the upper levels of the rpm band—the area where supercharged per-formance tends to diminish. Facilitated by the close-ratio transmis-

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the ZR1 is expected to be the first production

Corvette to achieve a top speed of at least 200 mph.

sion, heavy-duty and lightweight reciprocating components enable the engine’s confident high-rpm performance. The LS9 engine is backed by a new, stronger six-speed manualtransmission and a twin-disc clutch that provide exceptional clampingpower, while maintaining an easy clutch effort. ZR1-specific gearing in the transmission provides a steep first-gear ratio that helps launch the car, and top speed is achieved in sixth gear—a change from the fifth-gear top-speed run-outs in the manual-transmission Corvette and Cor-vette Z06. This setup is much more common in race tuned vehicles, and definitely helps allow the LS9 engine to perform optimally. Magnetic Selective Ride Control is standard and tuned specifi-cally for the ZR1. The system’s ability to deliver a compliant ride with nearly instantaneous damping adjustments enabled engineers to de-velop a surprisingly supple ride quality in a supercar that still delivers cornering grip of more than 1g. From a high-performance perspective, Magnetic Selective Ride Control helps the rear axle remain planted

during launch for smooth, hop-free acceleration. It also helps suppress axle movement when cornering on broken or uneven pavement. Com-mensurate with the ZR1’s engine output is the braking system, whichis headlined by carbon-ceramic brake rotors. Found on only a few ex-otics and more expensive supercars, carbon-ceramic brake rotors are made of a carbon-fiber-reinforced ceramic silicon carbide material. Their advantage comes in low mass and resistance to wear and heat. In fact, the rotors should never show any corrosion or requirereplacement for the life of the vehicle, when used in normal driving. The vented and cross-drilled rotors on the ZR1 measure 15.5 inches (394 mm) in diameter in the front and 15 inches (380 mm) in diameter in the rear—making them among the largest carbon-ceramic rotors available on any production vehicle. Clamping down on the high-tech rotors are six-piston front calipers and four-piston rear calipers painted a ZR1-exclusive blue. The exterior design received equal attention, creating a silhou

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ette that is instantly recognizable. Perhaps the most identifiable feature is a raised, all-carbon-fiber hood that incorporates a clear, polycarbonate window. The window provides a view of the top of the engine’s intercooler, with the legend—LS9 SUPERCHARGED—embossed on the left and right sides and an engine cover with the Corvette crossed flags logo at the front. The underside of the hood has an exposed carbon-fiber-weave, calling attention to the vehicle’s track-like performance. Exposed carbon fiber is also used on the roof, roof bow, rocker molding and front splitter. These ex-terior components are protected by a specially developed glossy, UV-resistant clear coat that resists yellowing and wear. The ZR1 also features widened, carbon-fiber front fenders with specific, dual lower vents, and a full-width, body-color rear spoiler incorporating the center high-mounted stop lamp. All of the exterior features of the car were developed to enhance high-speed

stability and driver control, yet also enhance the vehicle’s appeal. Inside, The ZR1’s interior builds on the brand’s dual-cockpit heritage, with high-quality materials, craftsmanship and functional-ity that support the premium-quality experience promised by the vehicle’s performance. “Chevrolet’s goal with the new ZR1 is to show what an Ameri-can supercar can deliver, at a price that trumps exotics that cost two, three or four times as much and does so with exceptional driv-ability.” Said Peper. In addition to the vehicle’s appealing price, the ZR1’s special-ized components work harmoniously to make it the most powerful and fastest automobile ever produced by General Motors. Perfor-mance estimates will be announced closer to vehicle’s summer 2008 launch.

quick specsPrice to be announced

engine Ls9 aLuminum V8

asPiration suPercharger

VaLVetrain ohV

transmission 6 sPeed

horsePower 620 hP

weight 3,350 Lbs

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MERCEDES-BENZ SHOWROOM

2005 Mercedes SLK350. Black on black. Nothing says Ger-man high class like a black on black Mercedes Benz! This sleek roadster is as easy to drive as it is fun to drive! And it can change from a hard top coupe to a convertible in a mat-ter of seconds, with the push of a button! Come see for your-self, this one won’t last long. Contact Sean at Steve Harris Imports 801-521-0340 or visit www.ferrarisales.com

2008 Mercedes CL600 Carlsson V12 Bi-Turbo! Arctic White with New for 2008, Exclusive Black Nappa Leather Interior! 15 Miles! Fully Loaded! Contact Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren! Crystal Cassiterite Black / Silver Arrow 300SL Red! 649 Miles! This is one of the most rare and desirable sportscars in the world. Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

2008 Mercedes S600 Carlsson V12 Bi-Turbo. New, Rare Black/Exclusive Black Nappa Leather Interior, 25 Miles, Fully Loaded, This Mercedes S600 Carlsson is the ultimate combination of hi-performance & luxury. Contact Dennis at Exotic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

1985 Mercedes 380SL Roadster. Ivory/Red Leather Interior, 36,583 miles, The ultimate combination of reliability and luxury. This is the finest low-mileage 1985 Mercedes 380SL on the market today! Contact Dennis at Ex-otic Motorcars at (561)588-6166 or visit www.8887exotic.com

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MERCEDES-BENZ SHOWROOM1959 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Roadster. This 300SL Roadster that was built in 1959 for 1960 year model and is one of 1858 ever produced for the world! It is a rust-free California car, three owners and was originally delivered in Red with a Black interior. Marx Mercedes Service (Est.1970) has been servicing this 300SL for over twenty years. Over $30K has been spent on the engine & brakes. European Collectibles has replaced the original interior with a brand new leather interior & new German Soft-top and has redone some paintwork. This is an ex-cellent turn key 300SL in excellent condition with both hard-top and soft-top. The 300SL was the pioneer of multi-tube “space frame” approach to chassis construction. All-indepen-dent suspension - the rear by treacherous swing axles and direct fuel injection. Top speed of 165 mph from the 3.0-liter straight six engine. It is a beautiful example that is highly desirable. Contact Rayda Sinni, Phone: 705-321- 7398 or Email: [email protected]

2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Roadster. Silver / Cream / Charcoal, 1 of 5 roadsters ever produced (+ 20 Coupe). Astonishing performances and highly collectible. Never registered. Each CLK GTR reflects the suc-cessful heritage which includes the 1997 FIA championship. The CLK GTR Roadster is one of the greatest modern-day supercars ever offered. Top speed 198 mph! Contact Rayda Sinni, Phone: 705-321-7398 or Email: Rayda @thecarexperience.com

1936 Mercedes-Benz 290 Special Roadster. Red/Tan Leather/Black Top, 12, 738 miles, This beautiful Mercedes Benz 290 Special roadster was developed on the chassis of a Mercedes Benz 290 (1936). Design and plans from the 30’s (chassis frames, engine, transmission and rear axle originate from originals 290 from 1936). Contact Rayda Sinni, Phone: 705-321- 7398 or Email: [email protected]

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WALD InTERnATIOnAL

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BLACK BISOn CL550

blackbeauty name synonymous with Mercedes Benz tuning: Wald International. With years of experience in creating the most eye catching aerodynamic packages for Mercedes Benz, WALD creates yet

another dramatic and versatile program to meet the de-mands of luxury car enthusiasts from Northern America, all the way to the Middle East. The W216 CL tuning program has international appeal that is well sought after by the top

echelon of entrepreneurs, Hollywood A-List celebrities, and devoted car enthusiasts. Mercedes Benz recently introduced their impressive facelift to the CL chasis, and WALD International immedi-ately took on the challenge to design an aerodynamic kit to compliment its new sleek body. Mercedes Benz definitely took the CL550 to a new level, however the WALD aerody-namic package packs a mean punch for those seeking to

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make a bold statement. At first glance, this modern machine is often intimidating, however it seems to grow on you the more and more you try to resist its infinite beauty. We like to compare it to a work of art, where beauty is in the eye of the beholder. With its flawless appearance and eye-catching contours, its no surprise that people are turning their heads, gazing in admiration as this seductive beast hits the roads. We have heard some refer the WALD CL to having a “Knight Rider” look, and even some resemblance of a car Darth Vadar would choose for himself. Indeed, those opinions are befitting since the styling was made for people who exude mystique, influ-ence, and aggressive appeal. Enter the Black Bison, WALD’s name for its CL creation. The Black Bison encompasses a front half bumper with quad angel-

eye fog lamps, replacement sport front fenders, a side skirt set, aerodynamic roof and trunk wing and a rear bumper replacement with quad-tip sport exhaust system. Matching wheel sets includes a set of lightweight 22-inch 9.5/9.5 WALD P11F forged wheels, exquisitely embossed with the Portofino insignia, which carries a Pirelli PZero Nero 245/30-22 front and 285/25-22 rear. For those lucky enthusiasts, the first Black Bison debuted at the 2007 SEMA show in Las Vegas, which featured a brilliant silver CL built by Kartoyz of San Jose, CA. The WALD CL received high marks for its unique and innovative design, boosting its ap-peal to the international market. Ultimately, WALD has earned a solid reputation and is growing in popularity in the high end luxury market. For more information and availability: Jonari Cor-poration 650-343-9253.

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ecum is relocating its founding Belvidere Spring Clas-sic Auction to the Indiana State Fairgrounds in India-napolis, Indiana. The auction has traditionally been held in Illinois over Memorial Day weekend. Accord-

ing to CEO Dana Mecum, “The 2008 event will be held one week earlier May 15th, 16th, 17th & 18th and return to its original name, Dana Mecum’s Spring Classic. The auction takes place one week prior to the Indianapolis 500. The facility at the Indiana State Fairgrounds and encompasses four buildings that are joined together and will have over 400,000 square feet under roof. “Every car consigned, be it $10,000 or $1,000,000, will have the red carpet treatment” says Mecum. The top three reasons the move has been initiated are:Facility: The new location offers a weatherproof environment, paved parking and all cars under roof. Mecum says “Even though we had over seven acres of tents in the past, the weather brought undesir-able conditions. Our number one customer concern is that we have a proper parking environment.”Market Proximity: Indianapolis is located in close proximity to ma-

jor metropolitan areas including: Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, Chicago, Champaign, Bloomington, Dayton, Detroit, Fort Wayne, In-dianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, Peoria, Springfield, and St. Louis. Upcoming TV Series: Eight episodes over seven weeks will deliver live auction coverage in High Definition on a major cable network be-ginning Saturday, March 29, 2008. Six episodes of smaller 100-car auctions will build up to the 1,000-car Grand Finale episode (Dana Mecum’s Spring Classic). CEO Mecum and key staff members will be in Scottsdale, Ari-zona January 19th and 20th for a public preview of the Christenholz Collection consisting of 21 world-class muscle cars and 150 vintage signs to be sold at Dana Mecum’s Spring Classic. This is the only opportunity for the public to view the collection prior to the Indiana sale. The Mecum Auction Company, with corporate headquarters located in Marengo, Illinois, is in their 21st year of selling collector cars, specializing in Muscle Cars and Corvettes. In spring of 2008, Mecum anticipates the sale of their 50,000th car.

Mecum Relocates Auction to Indianapolis for TV Series

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LUXURy WATCh SPOTLIGhT

conteMporary WatchMakInG at

Its hIGhest leVel

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EAN DUNAND Pièces Uniques was founded in 2003 by watchmaker Christophe Claret, Switzerland’s leading in-ventor and constructor of complicated movements for luxury brands, and entrepreneur Thierry Oulevay. The

purpose of both men is to create advanced and unprecedented horological mechanisms as the basis for unique timepieces, each representing the summit of contemporary watchmaking . Thierry Oulevay, an expert in watch design and marketing, gained his experience with Piaget and engineered the successful relaunch of the Bovet brand from 1997 to 2001 with an award-winning design. He urged Christophe Claret to develop the orbit-ing tourbillon — an idea many in the watch industry considered impossible. The two men share a fascination for the work of the Swiss-born artist, Jean Dunand (1877 – 1942), one of the great crafts-men of the Art Deco movement, and decided to name the brand in his honor. Art Deco celebrated the machine age — speed, streamlin-ing , aircraft, skyscrapers and ocean liners — to the rhythms of George Gershwin’s music. Consecrated at the Par is internation-al exhibition of modern decorative and industrial arts in 1925, Art Deco’s simple geometries captured the image of the twen-ties and thirties in furniture, typography, industrial design and sculpture. The JEAN DUNAND Pièces Uniques seek to capture the spirit and essence of the Art Deco movement rather than to replicate the watch styles of the period. Art Deco embraced the technologies and new materials of its world, emphasiz-ing high craftsmanship and functional design above all. The styling of JEAN DUNAND watches thus reflects the elite crafts and techniques of today rather than of the past. But the fine workmanship and clean design of Art Deco are, and will always be, fundamental to watchmaking . In the JEAN DUNAND watch-es, Christophe Claret defines what makes watchmaking an art. Essen-tially it’s to dream an impossible dream and then to make it work. It requires a spatial imagination to configure forces, le-vers, springs and wheels into mechanical solu-tions that have never been done before. His stake in the JEAN DUNAND brand gives Christophe Claret the outlet for his prodigious skills and imagination in works that rep-

resent the highest levels of contemporary horology. As a Pièce Unique, decorations and mater ials are differ-ent for each timepiece introduced to the market. The styling of the watch is however always consistent w ith Art Deco ideals of simple geometries, functional design and high craftsmanship in precious materials. Each JEAN DUNAND Pièce Unique is thus an integral and contemporary work of art, and a truly unique piece. The watch collector is guaranteed an unparalleled level of exclu-sivity. The finish is essential dimension of the watchmaking art, and as such it must be impeccable and comprehensive. The graining, chamfering and polishing of the movement are done entirely by hand. The sharp, inner ang le of a chamfered edge, for example, cannot be done by machine. The artwork and decora-tion of the case are similarly executed to the highest standard. Next to the Grande Complication and the Tourbillon Orbital, Thierry Oulevay and Christophe Claret are proud to present their new world premier Shabaka.

For more information on these fine timepieces and others visit: www.jeandunand.com

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LUXURy WATCh SPOTLIGhT

The Tourbillon Orbital, the first of the JEAN DUNAND Pièces Uniques and an achievement never before seen in watchmaking, features a one minute flying tourbillon that or bits the dial once an hour on a revolving movement. The watch also introduces a novel power-reserve indicator in the caseband, provides a new view of the movement and displays the phases of the moon on the caseback. This extraordinary movement is patent-protected.

Reinstating the tourbillon as a precision deviceThe Io 200 movement (named after Jupiter’s moon) constructed by Christophe Claret confounds the opinion of his fellow watchmakers that an orbiting tourbillon was impossible to realize. Furthermore, it returns the tourbillon to its original role as a precision device. Timing tests show that the combined rotation of the tourbillon and the movement signifi-cantly improves the rate stability of the watch.

Wheels within w heelsThe barrel and the flying tourbillon (set opposite each other) or bit the center, sandwiched between two plates held apart by pillars and rotat-ing on ball bearings. The top plate constitutes the revolving dial, with an aperture to reveal the tourbillon. The tourbillon has been raised as much as possible to make it more easily seen. The barrel unwinds against a central fixed pinion, driving itself and the tourbillon around. The tourbil-lon escapement regulates the speed of rotation. As it or bits, the tour-billon cage rotates once a minute against a fixed circumference wheel through a train of wheels. This elegant configuration reduces the num-ber of jewel bearings to 14, substantially cutting friction.

How to wind and set a rotating movementIt took Christophe Claret two years to work out the mechanical solu-tions to winding and setting a rotating movement with a mainspringbarrel that never stays in one place. The conventional crown throughthe caseband is obviously impossible. The solution of winding and setting the movement vertically through its central axis is new to watchmaking. A folding key set into the caseback replaces the crown. Lifting the D-ring of the key engages a central wheel on ball bearings that turns the ratchet-wheel to wind the barrel-spring . Pulling out the key connects the motion work of thehours- and minutes-hands to set them in any direction. Set against thefixed chapter-ring , the minutes-hand turns with the rotating dial.

Windows to the hear t of the movementThe winding key and the moon-phase display on the back of the watchprevent a conventional view of the rotating movement through a sap-phire-crystal caseback. But the absence of the usual crown at 3 o’clock allowed the casemakers to provide a fascinating lateral view of the re-volving mechanisms by cutting two windows in the caseband.

A power-reserve indicator never seen beforeThe side windows opened the oppor tunit y for another first in watch-making — an entirely original way of indicating the power reserve. The window at 3 o’clock displays a vertical needle that moves between F (full) and E (empty) like the fuel gauges in vintage cars. The secret of indicating the power-reserve in one place from a constantly movingbarrel is patented.

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Shabaka

JEAN DUNAND presents a feat of micro-engineering complexity in its 2007 super watch — a minute-repeater on cathedral gongs and an instantaneous perpetual calendar with a unique display of the dates, phases of the moon and leap-year cycle, as well as an ingenious stateof-wind indicator. The originality of this impressive timepiece is in the calendar indi-cations on four cylinders instead of the conventional discs. These are rotated by four different 90-degree transmission systems, each fitted with a security device to ensure precise calendar changes. Furthermore, unlike in most calendar indications, the dates (two digits on separate cylinders), days and months jump instantaneously at midnight, when a sprung mechanism is released. The indication of the leap-year cycle is also novel: a white plate under the dial illuminates in turn the letter B (for bissextile) and the three ordinary years cut out on the dial between 7 and 8 o’clock. The leapyear is mirrored by the phases of the moon for which black discs travel over the surface of the moon like the shadow of the earth, eclipsing it to the left as it wanes, and revealing it from the right as it waxes. The mechanical moon deviates from the real moon by only one day ever y 120 years. For all the complexity of the calendar indications, the state-of-wind indicator on the back of the watch is absurdly simple yet equally original. A single moving part — the mainspring itself in an open barrel — shows the power reserve of the watch against a scale. The minute-repeater strikes on two cathedral gongs that go twicearound the movement to g ive a deeper and more resonant chime. Theminute-repeater slide on the left of the case means that the calendar

setting controls are on the r ig ht. Two chronograph-style pushers areused to set the entire calendar (the gold pusher at 4 o’clock) and the days only (at 2 o’clock). A pushpiece set coaxially in the crown advanc-es the months and years, while the moon is set by a pushpiece in the caseband at 5 o’clock. A complex ser ies of levers reaches around the movement from the pushers to activate the respective calendar indications. The caliber is of a par ticular construction, with the per petual-cal-endar mechanism integrated in the 13-ligne repeating movement. The7mm-diameter cylinders are embedded 2.5 millimetres into the level of the minute-repeater to reduce further the thickness of the move-ment. An anthracite-black finish on the circular-grained baseplate and on the bridges decorated in concentric Geneva stripes, contrasts with burnished steel, ruby and gold to highlight the beaut y of the movement presented through the caseback. The original calendar displays are integrated into the stunning geo-metrical design of the dial — a superb piece of engineering on four levels composed of a nickel-alloy frame delineating fields of blackened gold set with lapped pyramids of pink gold. The red hour-markers at 10, 12 and 2 o’clock serve to indicate the day, date and month respectively, against corresponding red triangles in the centre of the dial. The Art Deco-inspired design, with its Egy ptian influences, is re-flected in the exotic name of the watch — Shabaka, the 25th-dynasty pharaoh and king of Egypt. Shabaka is produced by Thierry Oulevay, di-rected by Chr istophe Claret and manufactured in the Christophe Claret workshops in Le Locle, Switzerland.

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t the official opening of Aston Martin’s first ever dedicated design center in Gaydon, Warwickshire, on Tuesday 11 December, Dr Ulrich Bez, Chief Execu-

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force. The front bumper features cooling ducts for the carbon ce-ramic brakes and a carbon fibre splitter to balance down force. Director of Design, Marek Reichman, commented: “Much of Aston Martin’s recent success has come from the ability of our

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and Rover just unveiled a vision of its future at the NAIAS (DetroitShow) with the world debut of the LRX concept - a bold evolution of Land Rover design that signals the brand’s shift into new areas of the market, while remaining true to

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LRX, with no exposed pillars, creating a bold design graphic. Pushing the wheels out to the four corners helps give the car its purposeful stance, and its front-end design makes a powerful and instantly recognizable statement of Land Rover’s identity. The carefully sculpted corners dramatically reduce the car’s visualoverhangs front and rear. With its perforated two-bar grille, doorreleases concealed in the car’s shoulders and graphic details ‘punched out’ of the smooth body surfaces rather than overlaid on them, the LRX is beautifully proportioned and elegantly simple - but very dramatic and distinctive. The interior of the LRX concept clearly demonstrates how a compact Land Rover can still be roomy, practical, versatile and sophisticated. Every interior design detail combines to maximize both actual space and the feeling of space. The impeccably ex-ecuted cabin features a combination of soft leathers in rich tan and dark chocolate, with polished aluminum details. The ‘fast’ sloping architecture of the center console reflects LRX’s sporty dynamics, as does the distinctive binnacle over the instrument cluster. The electronic display uses ‘floating’ LCD graphics to create a three-dimensional look that can be personal-ized for different drivers, as well as interacting with LRX’s touch-screen display. When appropriate, displayed information transfers between the main instrument cluster and the touch screen. Although LRX is compact, clever use of space makes it im-pressively roomy, and many design touches maximize its practical-

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