ULTIMATE PRE-WAR BEAUTY. Our new arrival is a 1934 Mercedes Benz 500 K featuring a Spezial Roadster body, which is arguably the most beautiful automobile design of the German pre-war era. Launched in 1934 the eight-cylinder supercharged models were built in a manufactory-like process and achieved a well-recognised level of beauty and quality that could hardly be surpassed. The very elegant Spezial Roadster was available for a generous surcharge of 4,000 Reichsmark. Its unique design, with its long, sweeping wings and tapered rear, is still considered unrivalled today. Only 29 examples were built.⁣ ⁣ In the 1990s this 500 K was acquired by a German restoration specialist. He then faithfully rebuilt the car to the specifications of a ‘typical’ Spezial Roadster for a German customer. Its excellent attention to detail demonstrates craftsmanship of the highest level. Moreover, a technical overhaul was done at a renowned specialist for supercharged Mercedes in Germany. The engine is a type-correct 500 K aggregate and the car is fully functional. This example would be a shining star in any high-end Mercedes collection and costs only a fraction of the price of a fully original example. Let’s experience the ultimate dream car of the 1930s with an exclusive touch of Hollywood.⁣ ⁣ #mercedes #mercedesbenz #classicmercedes #vintagemercedes #mercedes500k #mercedes500kspecialroadster #prewarmercedes #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #collectiblecars #drivetastefully #carpassion

BAVARIAN BEAUTY. The BMW 327/28 was a true milestone for the brand. Its beautiful design features all the stylistic features commonly associated with larger cars of that era: a long bonnet, curved wings, a split windscreen and an elegant, dynamically sloping rear end with an integrated spare wheel as well as trim panels (‘spats’) on the rear wheel arches. This was combined with the brilliant inline-six-cylinder from the 328 Roadster, which had achieved glory in motor racing. With a light-alloy cylinder head, V-shaped overhead valves and a triple-carburettor system its 80 hp provided a performance that was exceptional for its class.⁣ ⁣ Our 1938 Cabriolet example shows a stylish, contemporary two-tone paintwork in black and dark red, with a black leather interior with red piping. With the early ownership history is documented up to 1965 the motor car received a ‘frame-off’ restoration of the highest quality by a renowned specialist in pre-war BMWs in Germany a few years ago. Nice details are the steel rims with centre-locking. The engine runs smoothly with a rich, sonorous six-cylinder sound and the gearbox is fully synchronised. This BMW 327/28 Cabriolet is very easy to drive providing a carefree driving pleasure ! ⁣ ⁣ #bmw #classicbmw #vintagebmw #bmw32728 #bmw327 #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #drivetastefully #carpassion

We have around 50 years’ experience in dealing with automobile rarities. But the term ‘rarity’ has been chosen quite deliberately and with foresight. That’s because it’s timeless and not strictly limited to historic vehicles. Rather, it includes all special and exclusive cars that are of interest to collectors and enthusiasts – regardless of the cars’ age. Hence, we are looking also for the following ‘modern’ exclusive sports cars and supercars:⁣ ⁣ Ferrari: F355 manual gearbox, 360 Challenge Stradale, F430 Scuderia, 458 Speciale, 488 Pista, F8, 512 TR/M, 550 Barchetta, 575 Superamerica, 599 GTO / SA Aperta, F12 TdF, 812 Competizione, 288 GTO, F40, F50, Enzo, Monza SP1/SP2 ⁣ Porsche: 964, 993, 997, 991 as Turbo (S/WLS), RS, GT3, GT2, Speedster, Sport Classic and 991 R, Carrera GT as well as Singer and RUF models⁣ ⁣ Mercedes Benz: McLaren SLR, CLK DTM AMG, SLS AMG, AMG GT, 190 E 2.5-16 EVO I/II BMW: M1, M3 (E30), Z8⁣ ⁣ We are particularly interested in bespoke ‘tailor-made’ examples, rare specs (e.g. colours, features) and limited editions. Additional important criteria are low mileage, complete documentation, a service history and excellent condition. ⁣ ⁣ Over the years we have established a large international network made up not only of collectors but also of other dealers and specialists. Take advantage of our top-notch relationships when selling your automobile rarities.⁣ ⁣ #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #drivetastefully #carpassion

MAYBACH MASTERPIECE. We had the honour to present an outstanding and one-of-a-kind Maybach DS8 Zepplin from 1934 at an international Maybach event in Southern France, organised by Mercedes-Benz. The purpose was the introduction of the new refined Mercedes-Maybach S-Class. ⁣ ⁣ The DS8 Zeppelin features several technical highlights like its sophisticated 12-cylinder engine with 8-litre displacement and 200 hp as well as a unique 8-speed shift regulator transmission ensuring very comfortable and smooth but also powerful driving characteristics. Hence, this DS8 example was perfectly suited to convey the origin of the Maybach brand as Europe’s leading luxury car manufacturer by engineering and craftmanship in the 1920s and 1930s. ⁣ ⁣ During the event the DS8 Zeppelin showcased the brand’s heritage as the trustworthy origin for today’s ultimate luxury of Maybach to a large number of international motor journalists and social media influencer. By the way: the car wears a one-off ‘Streamline Cabriolet’ body by coachbuilder Spohn – its impressive six metres in length are outstanding beauty. ⁣ ⁣ We like to thank @mercedesmaybach for this exceptional experience and opportunity, which was a great pleasure for us.⁣ ⁣ #maybach #maybachzeppelin #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #drivetastefully #carpassion

GENTLEMAN’S DRAGSTER. The Jensen C-V8 is an Anglo-American Gran Turismo, offering the perfect combination of two worlds: luxurious British style meets powerful, reliable US drive technology. The Mk III version (1965/1966) was the fastest 2＋2-seater of its time, and its performance rivalled that of the supercars of the era. The “Gentleman’s Dragster” (as described by the press) accelerated from 0 to 60 mph faster than an Aston Martin or Jaguar and on par with a Lamborghini Miura. However, the engine is not a capricious in-house design, but a tried-and-tested 6.3 litre V8 Big Block from Chrysler’s large-scale production range providing 335 hp.⁣ ⁣ Our 1966 MK III is an exceptional example in an attractive, sophisticated paintwork in ‘California Sage’ (only 15 cars delivered) with a black leather interior. It received a complete ‘frame-off’ restoration in top quality carried out between 2007 and 2011. This includes various technical upgrades for improved drivability, e.g. additional coolers installed and a conversion to left-hand drive. Moreover, the history is largely known with its current owner since 1999. We love the exotic appearance of this Jensen C-V8. Its eccentric design elements and the engine sound are always a great show.⁣ ⁣ #jensen #jensencars #jensencv8 #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #drivetastefully #carpassion

SUPER SPORT KURZ. Among the pre-war supercharged Mercedes, the rare S/SS/SSK models are the most impressive with the SSK being one of the most legendary pre-war racing cars. Thanks to the shortened wheelbase to 2,950 mm, the model gained significantly greater agility – perfect and specifically designed for winding hill climb competitions. Its 7.1-litre inline six-cylinder engine with a Roots supercharger provided up to 250 hp. The SSK played a major part in the Mercedes works team’s racing programme and its victories are closely linked with the famous driver Rudolf Caracciola.⁣ ⁣ We are delighted to have an exceptional, road-and-race-going SSK, which was faithfully rebuild in high-quality in 2003 by a renowned specialist in Germany. Subsequently the SSK was owned and actively used by a single owner for 20 years. Equipped with an original 1929 supercharged engine it shows an impressive performance. With a comprehensive documentation available this racy motorcar is eligible for numerous historic motorsport events. ⁣ ⁣ The imposing appearance and its distinctive supercharger sound are characteristic of this arguably most iconic historic racing car in automobile history. The future owner of the SSK offered here can also look forward to an outstanding driving experience in the ‘spirit’ of late 1920s motor racing. Our SSK is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-class and road-ready SSK – highly prestigious but significantly more affordable than an original.⁣ ⁣ #mercedes #mercedesbenz #mercedesbenzssk #superchargedmercedes #classicmercedes #vintagemercedes #prewarmercedes #classicdriver #classiccars #carphotography #classiccartrader #drivetastefully #carpassion