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Zagato unveils the Porsche Carrera GTL Sanction Lost

The Porsche Carrera GTL Zagato Sanction Lost marks the final chapter of the remarkable Zagato Sanction Lost Trilogy, a project dedicated to reviving Porsche’s legendary past with masterful Italian craftsmanship. This journey began 12 years ago with the first 356 Carrera Speedster, followed by the Coupé, and is now complete with the GTL model from 1960. The trilogy is the ultimate collection of iconic models reborn, paying tribute to a glorious past while continuing to inspire the present.

The Alfa Romeo 1900 Super Sprint: A Closer Look

Alfa Romeo’s 1900 had already proven itself as a jack-of-all-trades—comfortable enough for family road trips yet eager to show its claws on the racetrack. But not everyone was satisfied. Enthusiasts craved more power, while purists bemoaned the lack of a proper floor-mounted gearshift. And then there were the coachbuilding connoisseurs—those who longed for a coupé, a cabriolet, or a bare chassis they could hand over to Italy’s finest carrozzerie for a tailor-made masterpiece.

The Alfa Romeo Montreal: Born from a Dream, Built in a Hurry

The Alfa Romeo Montreal was never meant to be a production car. Born from a last-minute Expo showpiece, it was a rolling piece of Italian automotive art that unexpectedly captured the public’s imagination. Styled by a young Marcello Gandini, powered by a detuned racing V8, and rushed into production, the Montreal was equal parts stunning and flawed. It wasn’t a purebred sports car, nor a conventional grand tourer—it was something uniquely Alfa: fast, beautiful, and a little temperamental. Though it never reached commercial success, the Montreal remains a cult classic, proving that the best cars aren’t always the most logical—they’re the ones that make you feel something.

Bertone Runabout: New Design Details Revealed

Bertone has done it again. The legendary Italian design house has lifted the veil on the new Bertone RUNABOUT, a modern reinterpretation of its audacious 1969 concept. Set against breathtaking Italian landscapes, the latest digital previews reveal a machine that seamlessly blends heritage with contemporary innovation. With production limited to just 25 units worldwide—each priced at €350,000 (excluding VAT)—this is a collector’s dream infused with a rebellious spirit.

Abarth’s Legacy of Speed: The Record cars

Carlo Abarth’s ambition to break speed records was not just about achieving victory in motorsport; it was a reflection of his relentless drive to prove the capabilities of his engineering innovations. His Abarth Record cars were designed with the explicit goal of setting new benchmarks in speed and performance. Abarth sought to challenge the established norms of automotive engineering, using his vehicles to demonstrate that even small, lightweight cars could achieve extraordinary feats. For him, every record shattered was a testament to the precision and expertise behind his designs. This ambition was not merely about competition—it was a deeper quest for recognition, ensuring that Abarth’s name would forever be associated with excellence and technical mastery in the automotive world. By constantly setting new records, Abarth not only solidified his own reputation but also revolutionized the way the industry viewed performance and engineering potential.