Retromobile 2024: A Summary of Highlights
Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights from the Retromobile 2024 exhibition, based on the provided text:
Star Vehicles & Exhibits:
* bugatti Autorail: The biggest star of the show – a unique, aerodynamic train designed by Ettore Bugatti in 1933, powered by engines from the Royale model. It reached speeds of up to 194 km/h.
* BMW Art Car (1975): The very first BMW Art Car, a 3.0 CSL coupe designed by Alexander Calder, featured prominently and is on the official exhibition posters. Six other designer BMWs were also on display,celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Art Car program.
* 1935 Car Sold: A car from 1935 sold for 935,000 euros (over 22.7 million Czech crowns).
* Škoda Presence: Škoda celebrated 125 years of motorsport with a display including road and racing models like the Fabia 130, 130 RS, 1100 OHC, and Favorit 136 L/H.
Manufacturer Displays:
* Citroën, Peugeot, & Renault: All three French manufacturers had extraordinary displays.
* Renault: Showcased all generations of the Clio.
* Peugeot: Featured 205 GTIs and the 205 T16.
* Citroën: highlighted progressive concepts that inspired the modern ELO concept, including the Karin model.
Auction Highlights (Gooding Christie’s):
* Lamborghini miura P400 SV: Sold for 3 million euros.
* Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta: Sold for 6.6 million euros (almost 161 million Czech crowns).
* Ferrari 250 GT LWB california Spider: Did not sell.
* Other notable auction items: Bugatti Type 57C Atlante, Ballot 3/8 LC Grand Prix.
Entry-Level/Beginner Collector Section (under 30,000 euros/730,000 crowns):
* Suzuki Samurai: The new star in this category.
* Mini & Fiat 500: Remained the most popular choices.
* Other cars available: golf Country, various “Ameriks”, Renaults, Peugeots, VW Golf Cabriolet, Ford Mondeo.
Event Details:
* Dates: January 30 – February 1, 2024
* Location: Three floors of a hall (location not specified).
* Entrance Fee: 25 euros at the door, cheaper online.
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