We review Ford’s new $325,000 Mustang GTD and experience Ford’s new 815 hp creation. Jenson Button reflects on his decorated career and looks forward, and and we look at the legacy Mansour Ojjeh left behind.
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Phenomenal Fenomeno!
Our cover car is none other than the new, few-off Lamborghini Fenomeno, which features the most powerful powertrain in the Italian automaker’s history. We also speak with McLaren Automotive’s new COO to learn what’s next for the brand.
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The Fenomeno carries forward a tradition that began in 2007 with the Reventón, Lamborghini’s maiden few-o model.
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Luxury watches are celebrated for far more than their ability to tell time. Collectors and enthusiasts value them for a combination of craftsmanship, heritage, exclusivity, and investment potential. In this issue of duPont REGISTRY, we present 10 pages of complex complications, classic reissues, innovative materials, and tool watches for everyday wear – many of which are closely tied to luxury cars, motorsport, aviation, or iconic figures, lending each watch cultural significance.
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Our cover story reflects one of the stars of Monterey Car Week – Lamborghini’s phenomenal new Fenomeno. I was lucky enough to be on the spot as the covers came o this ultimate expression of what Lamborghini stands for, and just moments after the world got to see it at The Quail, I gleaned exclusive insights from its Chief Technical O cer, Rouven Mohr, about its creation. Meantime, my colleague Michael Teo Van Runkle visited McLaren’s Carmel Valley chateau to quiz its new CCO Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, and he got more answers than expected about its potential EV and SUV future.
In our DRIVE section, Basem Wasef tests out Ford’s new Mustang GTD, which is basically a street-legal version of its GT3 race car. We’ve seen Corvette taking on the European supercar elite recently, so how does its rival American heavy metal hero measure up? We also sit down with Jenson Button as he reflects on his career and what’s next, and we look at the recent sale of TAG Heuer legend Mansour Ojjeh’s sublime McLaren collection.
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PHENOMENAL FENOMENO!
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Limited to just 29 examples, the new Lamborghini Fenomeno debuted at The Quail as the brand’s most powerful and exclusive few-o creation yet. We get the inside line from the main players about what makes this car so special.
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Powering the new Lamborghini Fenomeno is the most powerful powertrain in the Italian automaker’s history: a V12 engine that produces 835 horsepower, paired with three electric motors that add another 245 hp for a combined 1,080 hp.
LLamborghini unveiled its latest creation, the Fenomeno, at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering during Monterey Car Week, a venue befitting the car’s exclusivity and significance.
Limited to just 29 examples, the Fenomeno is the latest chapter in the Italian brand’s legacy of ultra-exclusive models, blending breathtaking design and cutting-edge technology with relentless performance.
True to tradition, the car’s name draws from the brand’s heritage of honoring legendary bulls: Fenomeno takes inspiration from a courageous and renowned bull fought in Morelia, Mexico, in 2002. The word itself means “phenomenal” in both Italian and Spanish, a fitting descriptor for a hypercar that embodies the extraordinary spirit of Lamborghini.
The Fenomeno carries forward a tradition that began in 2007 with the Reventón, Lamborghini’s maiden few-o model. That limited-edition masterpiece paved the way for the Sesto Elemento (2010), Veneno (2013), Centenario (2016), Sián (2019), and Countach LPI 800-4 (2021). Notably, both the Centenario Roadster and Countach LPI 800-4 made their world debuts at The Quail, underscoring Lamborghini’s deep connection to Monterey Car Week.
“When we presented the Reventón in 2007, our goal was to create a truly superlative super sports car that represented the ultimate expression of what Lamborghini stood for,” said Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. “This new few-o carries forward the same philosophy of distinction and innovation.”
At the heart of the Fenomeno lies the most powerful powertrain in Lamborghini’s history. Its naturally aspirated V12 engine produces 835 horsepower, paired with three electric motors that add another 245 hp for a combined 1,080 hp. The result is staggering acceleration: 0 to 62 mph in 2.4 seconds, and a top speed exceeding 217 mph.
To harness this power, Lamborghini incorporated many advanced technical solutions typically found in race cars for the first time in its production vehicles, including a sixdimensional sensor system for enhanced driving dynamics and a CCM-R Plus carbon-ceramic braking system for maximum stopping power. “The Fenomeno introduces the most advanced technical solutions in our history, pushing the boundaries of performance and design, while honoring
WITH ITS WORLD DEBUT AT THE QUAIL, A MOTORSPORTS GATHERING, LAMBORGHINI HAS REAFFIRMED ITS MASTERY IN CREATING HYPERCARS THAT TRANSCEND THE ROAD AND ENTER THE REALM OF ART.
Lamborghini Centro Stile’s design for the Fenomeno blends futuristic elements that are rooted in Lamborghini’s heritage.
the values and achievements that are a fundamental part of our DNA,” Winkelmann said.
The Fenomeno’s powertrain is housed within Lamborghini’s monofuselage chassis, an aeronauticsinspired structure featuring a full carbon-fiber monocoque and a Forged Composite® front structure. This innovative material, first introduced on the Reventón, combines short carbon fibers with resin to deliver unmatched rigidity and weight savings.
Further performance enhancements include single-nut forged rims for agility, track-oriented Bridgestone tires engineered specifically for the model, and a sport-tuned suspension system designed for maximum precision. Together, these elements deliver what Lamborghini claims as “the best experience ever at the wheel of a V12.”
Beyond performance, the Fenomeno serves as a manifesto for Lamborghini Centro Stile, which celebrates 20 years since unveiling its first in-house design. The hypercar pushes the brand’s most iconic elements to their maximum, creating a form that is both futuristic and rooted in Lamborghini’s heritage, while providing su cient downforce and cooling from its aerodynamic devices such as the S-Duct system at the front end, and mobile rear wing where its special ‘omega’ design maximizes vehicle stability at high speeds.
“With the Fenomeno we are setting a new, authentic and brave course for our future-oriented design language,”
said Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini’s Director of Design. “We have created a hyper-elegant design piece that is as refined and sophisticated as it is both athletic and essential. It is an unexpectedly elegant spaceship, made entirely from carbon fiber while remaining true to our heritage.”
The Fenomeno, Borkert added, “plays the music of our unique design DNA but with a di erent tonality and rhythm, creating another stunning legend that exceeds the highest expectations of our customers and collectors.”
For Lamborghini’s most loyal clients and collectors, the Fenomeno represents more than exclusivity. It is a rolling statement of innovation, power, and heritage – a car destined to become one of the most coveted few-o s in the brand’s history.
“Fenomeno is an extraordinary car in terms of performance, style and disruptive representation of Lamborghini,” Winkelmann concluded. “Beyond its extraordinary design and power, it introduces innovative technical solutions to make the driving experience truly unique.”
With its world debut at The Quail, Lamborghini has rea rmed its mastery in creating hypercars that transcend the road and enter the realm of art. And mere moments after it was revealed to huge applause at The Quail, duPont REGISTRY sat down (with an espresso, natch) with Automobili Lamborghini’s Chief Technical O cer Rouven Mohr…
duPont REGISTRY : Where does the Fenomeno fit into Lamborghini’s range and legacy?
Rouven Mohr: “As Mr. Winkelmann just said on stage, this is a continuation of our tradition of “few-o s.” At the end of the day, I’d say that Lamborghini more or less invented the segment in the early 2000s with the Reventón. At that time, there really wasn’t such a category or special series and so on. Now, everyone does special editions. The Fenomeno is the first few-o of our new drivetrain generation, a fantastic design with a di erent language, that looks almost like a longtail – elegant yet very aggressive, a mix of both worlds.”
dR: Beyond design, what sets this car apart technologically?
Mohr: “For the first time, this is a few-o model that goes far beyond a cosmetic redress. We wanted to raise performance meaningfully. We have invested in the drivetrain, the Fenomeno has the most powerful V12 in Lamborghini history – 835 hp from combustion plus additional hybrid power, for 1,080 hp in total longitudinally. We have a completely new physical battery, with a di erent cell type and chemistry.
“But we invested even more in the lateral dynamics side, as we wanted the car to be two seconds faster than the Revuelto on our test track. With Bridgestone we developed bespoke race tires, added a CCM-R braking system with carbon disc technology from the hypercar racing world, and introduced a new six-dimensional motion sensor that dramatically sharpens driving precision. We also have the latest generation of brake booster, with a new generation of ABS.
“So, it’s everything; from longitudinal acceleration, it’s the fastest Lambo ever. From the lateral dynamics, you have a much more precise driving experience. And from longitudinal deceleration, you have much more braking performance. It’s not just about show and shine.”
dR: Lamborghini has such deep history with the V12. How do you keep extracting more performance from a naturally aspirated engine?
Mohr: “It’s continuous evolution. We optimize friction, finetune the air intake and exhaust, and balance all of this while meeting global emissions regulations. It’s never one thing – it’s a 360-degree optimization.”
dR: Monterey Car Week is a special place to launch such a car. Does the feedback you get here at The Quail or Pebble Beach Concours influence product development?
Mohr: “Absolutely. We take customer, journalist, and even social media reactions seriously at every launch. You can’t follow every single opinion for orientation, but ignoring feedback would be a mistake. Events like these are unique because it’s a melting pot of customers, press, competitors, restomod and niche manufacturers – they’re are all here. I always come one hour early, just to walk around and be inspired. It’s part of my job, to keep the finger on the pulse of the automotive scene.”
dR : How has Lamborghini embraced electrification in recent years?
Mohr: “Let me first say that I’m a lover of the cars of the 1990s, because it’s emotional that these were the cars when I was young. But, as an engineer, I’ve found this current era to be more exciting than ever before. New technologies, initially as a support and in the future as a single energy source, open doors. The task for our business, and my engineering colleagues, is to always find the step to define the next dream car. You can look behind you sometimes, to appreciate where you’re coming from, but we must always lookto the future.
“Hybridization lets us deliver higher performance and make cars more approachable on track for a standard customer. Fifteen years ago, you had to be a superprofessional to drive a hypercar at the limit – for a normal driver, you were just surviving! Today, thanks to hybrid systems, electronics and active systems, and tires, any customer can enjoy most of the car’s potential safely.”
dR: How do you ensure this car fits the profile of what a Lamborghini should be?
Mohr: “Well, you have the more philosophical question: ‘What is the intention of this car – pure performance or emotional heritage?’ For me, the answer is both. Lambo is such an emotional brand that my task is to interpret the new technology that preserves its core. For instance, a Lambo should not be too perfect; the car needs a character. You should not make the mistake to over-engineer it. If you make a car that’s too perfect, then it’s boring! But that does not mean you should close your eyes to technology and progress.”
dR: Some worry that driver-assist and AI might dilute that emotional experience. How do you see it?
Mohr : “For me, technology should enhance emotion, not replace it. We already use machine learning in torque distribution. I have a clear vision: sometime in the future, AI will adapt to the driver’s style – and maybe even their emotions, which will be a gamechanger, to allow them to reach the limit. Imagine a car recognizing you’re enjoying a power slide and allowing a greater drift angle. It is about fun cars that are being enhanced by technology.”
dR: So, you’re not worried about the future of emotional supercars?
Mohr: “I’m not worried about the future. These cars were never about mass mobility, for instance, the Countach of the 1980s was never that. But the need for them is inherent in human beings, and there will always be people who look towards this kind of car. They’ve always been about lifestyle, expression, and passion. With new technology, I believe the fun will only increase.”
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WHAT’S NEXT FOR MCLAREN?
Will the British brand embrace an EV or SUV?
New CCO Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer hints to duPont REGISTRY that McLaren’s future could stretch beyond two-seat, hybrid-powered supercars.
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: Michael Teo Van Runkle
During Monterey Car Week, McLaren made less of a splash than in years past. Rather than debuting an allnew model, the British supercar manufacturer displayed the previously unveiled W1 hypercar, revealed livery packages for the 750S ‘Le Mans’ and ‘Project: Endurance’ racing hypercar – both already shown at Le Mans in June – and brought along the race team’s 2025 Formula 1 racer alongside the original F1 supercar.
This makes sense given the recent announcement of a new ownership group, CYVN Holdings LLC out of Abu Dhabi, which acquired McLaren Automotive and a non-controlling stake in its race team on April 3, 2025. So, keen to learn more about future plans, I spoke with Chief Commercial O cer Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, whose job is to amplify the brand’s strategy moving forward.
Wilhelmsmeyer joined McLaren on January 6, immediately preceding the CYVN acquisition, after multiple roles within the BMW group including six years served as Rolls-Royce’s Director of Sales and Brand. At McLaren, he faces this challenge: how to successfully balance racing success while catering to supercar customers who care about performance and engagement, amid efforts to cement the company’s luxury status within an increasingly competitive market segment. For his part, Wilhelmsmeyer recognizes the challenges and opportunities ahead of McLaren, but subtle answers to my probing questions provided deeper hints than I honestly expected.
“I think we have a rich heritage, a great story to tell,” he began. “But I don’t think we have told the full story. If you just think of Bruce McLaren and his dream to become a race driver and how that informed anything else that follows, there’s so much more that we will talk about going forward.”
Leveraging the popularity and success of the F1 team doesn’t necessarily translate to the customer’s perception of McLaren as a luxury brand, though. “We have a Formula 1 team that is highly successful, they focus lots on merchandising, but it’s a di erent audience,” he admitted. “I think this is important for a brand in terms of brand awareness, getting a positive endorsement. But this is not the target audience for the automotive business, necessarily.”
Instead, as he did at Rolls-Royce, Wilhelmsmeyer brought up a renewed focus on the customer experience and the individualization process.
“Luxury has certainly to do with availability, with exclusivity,” he explained. “Quality, I would say, is a key ingredient. But it has di erent facets… Exclusivity is not only about products and price points, it’s about how much does a customer feel a part of a brand, the experience that comes with it. Because our product is more than a car, hopefully, our product is the experience.
“And here MSO [McLaren Special Operations] comes into play,” he continued. “We want to build you a McLaren, but that requires us to understand who you are, what matters to you, and how would that translate into building a McLaren for you? So, I think these are some key ingredients that we will strengthen going forward to shape the DNA of the McLaren brand.”
Therein lies a conundrum, I suggested: Increasing the number of custom supercars doesn’t necessarily translate to increased total sales volume for a company that desperately needs to shift more units. And most of McLaren’s competitors now sell an SUV, or at least a fourdoor of some kind – highlighted by Lamborghini’s Urus, the Bentley Bentayga, Ferrari Purosangue, Aston Martin DBX, and Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Wilhelmsmeyer personally oversaw the Cullinan’s debut, and its e ect on Rolls-Royce as its best-selling model globally since 2022.
He believes that the new corporate structure will allow for more freedom to expand McLaren’s o erings. Does that mean a McLaren SUV is in the pipeline?
“We are grateful to have the new owners, because they have a big vision going forward and a long-term commitment,” he replied. “We see potential to grow the brand further and to grow the business, that also requires that you are not only fishing in the existing pond, but you
GOING FORWARD, I THINK WE WILL LOOK INTO ALL OPTIONS THAT WE HAVE FROM A TECHNOLOGY POINT OF VIEW.
find a di erent pond. And I’m always saying we have great cars, if you look at the Artura, you look at the GT, you look at a 750S. The two-seaters, they all have a mid-engine, and it’s great for this audience.”
I sense a “but” is coming…
“But there are so many people out there who might say, ‘Gee, I also would love to drive my McLaren, but the o ering of a two-seater with a mid-engine does not suit my lifestyle or is not helpful as a day-to-day car.’ So, I think you can expect us to go into territories that help people to enjoy a McLaren without necessarily being limited to two seats.”
A clue to how McLaren might proceed in the future emerges if you look closely at the CYVN conglomerate. Critically, this included integrating the electric vehicle startup Forseven into the fold, whose CEO Nick Collins
even took over the same role at the ‘new’ McLaren.
Given Forseven’s skunkworks EV operation, might a theoretical McLaren SUV debut as an all-electric o ering to complement the P1, Artura, and W1 hybrids?
“An Artura, you can take and drive in a full-electric mode, from your home to o ce, and you can also enjoy it at the weekend,” Wilhelmsmeyer said. “Going forward, I think we will look into all options that we have from a technology point of view. And if a customer’s interest lies in a change in drivetrain technology, that is an example that is certainly something we will further explore. We made this step with Artura, we are looking into further steps for how to do this, but it needs to be true to the McLaren DNA.
“You don’t want to become, all of a sudden, something that is very di erent.”
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BUTTON SHIFTS GEARS
The Formula 1 World Champion reflects on a decorated career while turning his focus to vintage racing at Monterey, Goodwood and beyond.
WORDS : Charles Bradley
Jenson Button has scaled motorsport’s heights , but now the 2009 Formula 1 World Champion is hanging up his helmet, bringing down the curtain on a glittering professional career featuring 15 Grand Prix victories, 50 podium finishes, and amassing 1,235 points. After his F1 career concluded, he also won the Super GT title in Japan, contested the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and even raced in NASCAR.
But his motorsports story isn’t quite over yet; although he’ll no longer race for a paycheck, his passion for cars keeps him active in the historic racing world. It means he’s swapping the World Endurance Championship grid for a spot at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion.
“I love cars, but events like this and The Quail go beyond just the cars themselves, it’s about seeing these incredible historic machines and the passion around them,” says Button. “People call them ‘old,’ but they’re historic, and that’s what makes it special. We just raced the little Alfa Romeo, which was fantastic.
“It’s a Giulia GT Junior, so not one of the lightweight aluminum cars, a bit heavier, but with great history. It started life in 1967 and has been racing ever since. That kind of heritage really drew me in. The Goodwood Revival was the inspiration to buy it; you see so many beautiful cars racing there – Lotus Cortinas, Minis, Alfas. Then we learned that this one had extensive history, including as a works Autodelta GT Junior in the U.S. It’s been raced its entire life.
“It’s great fun, and we just went out, enjoyed ourselves, and won the race. On track, they might look slow, but behind the wheel you’re having an absolute blast. Sliding around at 100 mph, revving to 8,000 rpm, no power steering, no traction control, you’re using the clutch all the time, heel-and-toe downshifts – it’s pure, mechanical racing. You feel everything.”
Button co-owns his Alfa with Maz Fawaz, Singer’s Chief Strategy O cer. Jenson also has a Jaguar C-Type, which was originally purchased by fellow F1 World Champion Juan Manuel Fangio, and he’s just bought a famous E-Type Jag, number plated ‘CUT 8’: “That’s going to Goodwood for the TT, where I’ll be racing against some of the best drivers in the world. What I love about historics is the competition. Slower racing is normally more fun, especially in a 30-car field.”
Button, who is a Rolex Testimonee, also took on the role as Grand Marshal of this year’s meet at Laguna Seca, which featured over 400 cars and hosted a spectacular display to honor F1’s 75th anniversary.
“I’m very fortunate to share my passion with Rolex, who has supported historic racing for decades,” he adds. “Being an ambassador with them takes me to incredible events worldwide, and it’s always special to have that connection. Oh, and I’m wearing the new Land-Dweller – I just got it last week; it’s stunning.”
IT’S A GIULIA GT JUNIOR WITH GREAT HISTORY. IT’S GREAT FUN, AND WE JUST WENT OUT, ENJOYED OURSELVES, AND WON THE RACE.
Bahrain’s WEC season closer will be Button’s final race as a pro, and he’s come a long way since he began karting at Clay Pigeon Raceway in 1988, aged eight: “My final race will be emotional, because I’ve been with such a great team, JOTA really is a family, and it’ll be a pretty cool send-off. Obviously the pinnacle was winning the 2009 Formula 1 World Championship – that’s what you dream of. But honestly, winning in smaller categories has brought the same adrenaline and excitement. From Super GT in Japan to Le Mans and Daytona, each event carries its own special weight.
“Retiring from F1 relatively young, when you look at it now, that gave me the chance to explore other racing avenues, which I’ll always be grateful for. The great thing is that I always have a documentary about my championship year that I can watch!
[‘Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story’ – his buddy Keanu Reeves is narrator, co-producer, and interviewer.] Now, I get to share more of my racing with my kids. They’re six and four, still too young to fully understand what I used to do. This year at Goodwood, they’ll take part in the Settrington Cup pedal car race, which is brilliant. It’s such a fun event for the families of drivers, and honestly, I think my wife’s more excited to watch them than me!
“That’s the beauty of events like this – you’ve got gentleman drivers pushing their cars harder than ever, pros mixing in, and families getting involved. The competition has gotten stronger in recent years, but it’s still a celebration of motorsport history.” 2.
SIX-FIGURE ’STANG
Ford’s $325,000 Mustang GTD is born from Jim Farley’s passion and Multimatic’s precision, taking America’s pony car into supercar territory with its 815 hp Nürburgring-rocking performance.
WORDS : Basem Wasef
If you think spending Lamborghini money on a Ford is madness, Jim Farley would like to have a word with you. The Blue Oval CEO’s fondness for his O.G. pony car, the Mustang, makes the 7-and-sometimes-8-figure-per-year exec seem more like Joe Six-Pack than a captain of industry. But his ’Stang fanboying comes from the heart: he restored a 1964 ½ basket case at 15, acquired a ’65 Shelby GT350 years later, and has tracked all manner of Mustangs in between.
Farley’s championing of the platform is well documented and was perhaps most clearly expressed when he shielded the Mustang from extinction during Ford’s 2018 shift to building only trucks, crossovers, and SUVs. The big boss also embiggened the Mustang by throwing the model into a slew of race series, most critically GT3 where the humble American pony car competes on the international stage against nameplates like Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and McLaren. When contextualized against those ultra-fancy competitors, a heavily spoilered, flared, vented and $325,000 Mustang GTD road car starts to make a tiny bit more sense.
“Mustang is the flagship race car of the Ford Motor Company, and pretty much any given weekend we’re racing one somewhere,” GTD chief program engineer Greg Goodall told duPont REGISTRY. “We’re competing against the exotic European carmakers. Why wouldn’t we compete with them on the road?” The first goal when
815 Horsepower 202 mph
Track Top Speed 6:52.072 sec O cial Nürburgring time
THE GTD’S SUPERCHARGED V8 COMES TO LIFE WITH A RAW SNARL, ITS TITANIUM AKRAPOVIČ EXHAUST BETRAYING ITS TRACK-FOCUSED INTENTIONS.
building the baddest-ass Mustang in all the land was establishing a killer Nürburgring time: “You can’t just tell people we’re like Porsche,” insists Goodall, “you have to measure it in some way.” Hence, the sub-7-minute time target.
An August 2024 run achieved 6:57.685, but the team felt there was room for improvement, which inspired chassis, suspension and aero tweaks along with revisions to ABS and traction control tuning. In May of 2025, Dirk Müller found 5.6 seconds, elevating the 815-horsepower muscle car’s 6:52.072 time. Like that other performance-focused strain linked to international competition, the Ford GT, the GTD was executed through a deep collaboration with Canadian-born engineering powerhouse Multimatic.
The transmogrification starts with a run-of-the-mill Mustang’s body-in-white that gets plucked from Ford’s Flat Rock, Michigan plant to Multimatic headquarters in Ontario. Its body-in-white is shipped without front fenders or a hood, which Multimatic replaces with a massively flared and vented pair of fenders and a carbon fiber hood with removable top grilles for track use. Deep surgery begins by plasma cutting and removing the second row, the rear floor, and outer shell. Much of that negative space gets filled with the Tremec 8-speed dual-clutch transaxle, which helps deliver near perfect 50/50 weight distribution.
Up front is an evolution of the Predator supercharged 5.2-liter V8 found in the GT500 and Raptor R, tuned to 815 horsepower and
664 lb-ft of torque. This application uses dry-sump lubrication and drives power through a carbon fiber propshaft – all proper racecar stu .
Due to the transaxle’s disruption of a space that was never intended to house it, Multimatic developed an inboard suspension system which leverages a similar setup to the late, great Ford GT. Using dual adaptive spool valve dampers, the suspension adjusts semi-actively within each drive mode. Also like the GT, a track mode (which requires the vehicle to be stopped and in Park to activate) drops the body dramatically in under two seconds, yielding a super-low ride height and satisfyingly aggro wheel stance.
Incidentally, carbon fiber reinforcements mend the broken jigsaw puzzle of the GTD’s discombobulated rear end, lending it sti er torsional rigidity than stock. They also crammed in heat exchangers to cool the transaxle, a massive active wing with DRS that mounts to the rear pillars, and the pushrod suspension, which is visible inside the cabin through a Lexan window. Pro tip: tilting the rearview mirror down while driving enables a clear view of the mesmerizing suspension kinematics. Don’t try this at home!
For all the visual theater of the GTD’s flared, swollen, stanced and steroidal body, the cabin is surprisingly – and disappointingly – normal. The usual Mustang bits abound, from the touchscreen display to the same HVAC implementation (which blows
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8-speed dual-clutch transaxle (rear)
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remarkably cold in 100+ degree weather by the way) to the faux carbon fiber texture around part of the center console. Minor tweaks include the steering wheel’s adaptive cruise buttons, which have been repurposed to control the multi-stage traction control settings in Track mode.
Two days at the Thermal Club provides plenty of time to acclimate, starting out in Dark Horse Mustangs. Despite the annoyingly similar interiors, going from a $75,000, 500-horsepower Dark Horse to a $325,000, 815-horsepower GTD is like, well, going from a horse to a supercar.
The GTD’s supercharged V8 comes to life with a raw snarl, its titanium Akrapovič exhaust betraying its track-focused intentions. Surprisingly though, it seems the supercharger whine has been quieted at speed. Despite this, there are a number of ways the GTD exceeds the GT3 race car. Though heavier, it also produces more power and boasts active aerodynamics and suspension.
You’d never know the GTD weighs 4,386 lbs from the cradle of the specially developed Recaro driver’s seat; once accelerating, the V8’s tug is magnificent, the steering feel excellent, and the chassis and suspension remarkably agile. Overcook it into a corner, and a brake stab and steering adjustment tucks the ’Stang back into form quickly; this beast never feels like its mass is getting away from you, especially at higher speeds since downforce escalates from 941 lbs at 125 mph all the way up to 1,951 lbs at 180 mph.
Also commendable are the six-piston carbon ceramic Brembos which produce powerful, easily modulated fade-free stops. Oh, and you can have any tire you want on the GTD… as long as it’s ultra-sticky Michelin Cup 2 R tires.
As much as the GTD’s Hertz Rent-a-Car interior sends the wrong signals about its capabilities, its mercilessly aggressive bodywork and broad-shouldered stance sings to its true self. And lest you suspect that well-heeled muscle car buyers will balk at the price, the order book is already full for the first two years of production.
Fierce, controlled and bombastic about performance, the GTD is the All-American M2 Browning .50 cal to the GT3 RS’s Teutonic surgical scalpel. And if you’re wondering why Ford and Multimatic didn’t go even wilder with a full carbon fiber chassis, the answer is simple: it would no longer be a Mustang.
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ULTIMATE GAME OF TAG
From shaping TAG Heuer’s Formula 1 legacy to assembling the world’s finest McLaren collection, Mansour Ojjeh’s vision and passion redefined both watchmaking and supercar culture.
: Charles Bradley
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The late Mansour Ojjeh was many things –visionary, industrialist, connoisseur – but above all, he was consumed by a passion for McLaren cars and racing. He was also instrumental in the TAG Heuer watch brand, helping orchestrate the Formula 1 line of watches that still exists today. His business success allowed him to amass a personal collection of 20 McLaren road cars – whose sale in August to an anonymous buyer via Tom Hartley Jnr caused a seismic stir in the collector car world.
Ojjeh was also a founding force behind one of the greatest cars ever produced, the McLaren F1. When McLaren Automotive began producing vehicles in earnest, he sold his earlier collection –which included a Ferrari 250 California Spyder and a 288 GTO – and turned his attention to building the ultimate McLaren anthology.
The F1 is the jewel of his collection. His car was a one-of-one example finished in a shade named Yquem, after the rare dessert wine. It is also the last McLaren F1 produced, which he purchased from his brother.
Ojjeh also requested the final chassis number for each model, ensuring his cars incorporated all technical updates made during production. With the exception of the F1 (which has just 1,810 kilometers) and the P1 GTR (used occasionally on McLaren track days), every car remains unused, delivered in factory condition and maintained directly by McLaren – a service provided to no other collector.
Ojjeh’s business acumen was equally sharp. At just 33, he was CEO of TAG when it acquired Swiss watchmaker Heuer in 1985. His father, Akram, was friends with Yves Piaget, who had purchased the brand in 1982 under Lemania. As the story goes, Piaget – who stayed on the board – sketched the TAG Heuer shield in green and red with white lettering on a tabletop in Geneva, alongside TAG Finances’ chairman.
Using the “Formula 1” name – Ojjeh had already invested $5 million in McLaren and badged its engines TAG-Porsche – the watch line was pitched as modern, lightweight, colorful, and youthful. Targeting the a uent surfer and diving crowd in California, where Ojjeh had studied, it was a breakout success.
By 1999, Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton acquired TAG Heuer for more than $750 million. While Ojjeh proved an astute businessman, his ultimate dream was to build a road car unlike anything before…
That dream took shape, somewhat ironically, during a delayed fl ight home from the 1988 Italian Grand Prix. McLaren had just lost its perfect season after Ayrton Senna was taken out by Williams stand-in driver JeanLouis Schlesser at Monza. In an airport lounge, Ojjeh, team principal Ron Dennis, his cohort Creighton Brown, and designer Gordon Murray laid the groundwork for the McLaren F1.
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OJJEH’S VISION WAS SIMPLE BUT AUDACIOUS: BUILD THE WORLD’S GREATEST ROAD CAR, UNCONSTRAINED BY
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Murray sketched a three-seater sports car on the spot. The vision was simple but audacious: build the world’s greatest road car, unconstrained by convention. By 1992, the F1 debuted with a carbon-fiber monocoque, a bespoke BMW V12, and a central driving position. Just 106 examples were produced, including racing variants such as the GTR and GT, plus the celebration LM edition honoring the five McLaren F1 GTRs that finished the 1995 24 Hours of Le Mans.
That year, the F1 achieved what no other productionbased GT car has done since: it won Le Mans outright. In 1998, its 240.1 mph top speed earned it the Guinness World Record as the fastest production car in the world.
Ojjeh’s influence at McLaren extended beyond road cars. Under his tenure, the Formula 1 team secured seven Constructors’ and 10 Drivers’ titles. He also helped establish McLaren Applied Technologies, cementing the brand’s place in performance engineering.
For all his achievements, Ojjeh was remembered for humility, loyalty, and generosity. When he died in 2021, the global outpouring of respect underscored the impact he left on industries ranging from watches to motorsport. His legacy endures most visibly in the unparalleled McLaren collection he built – one that, without him, might never have existed at all.
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2025 WATCH GUIDE
For the 19th year running, the duPont REGISTRY Watch Guide returns with a curated look at the newest and most compelling releases in haute horology. From Historical Reissues that revive iconic designs to bold works from Independent Watchmakers, along with inventive complications, everyday tool watches, and timepieces crafted from Modern Materials, this year’s guide captures the breadth of watchmaking today while highlighting the pieces collectors are already chasing.
Curated by Jordan Aquistapace
2025 WATCH GUIDE
HERITAGE REISSUES
Heritage reissues bring the past into the present, celebrating key moments in the history of haute horlogerie. By blending iconic designs with modern craftsmanship, these watches show just how far luxury watches have come.
1. Girard-Perregaux
Laureato FIFTY
Girard-Perregaux marks the Laureato’s 50th anniversary with the 39mm Laureato FIFTY, styled in steel and yellow gold as a direct nod to the 1975 original. At its core is the new GP4800, a compact in-house caliber built with silicon components, variableinertia balance, and modular architecture. Echoes of the brand’s “Three Bridges” design highlight a movement that combines heritage with modernity.
Price: $28,320 girard-perregaux.com
2. Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 44mm Breitling introduced the Superocean Heritage in 1957 as a fresh alternative to utilitarian dive watches, defined by clean proportions and distinctive hands. The newest release stays true to those origins while adding the in-house B31 caliber, a ceramic bezel, and integrated mesh bracelets. It’s a faithful continuation of a design that’s always balanced performance with personality.
Price: $6,200 breitling.com
3. Omega Seamaster Diver 300M
The Seamaster Diver 300M, a staple since 1993, returns here in stainless steel with a black anodized aluminum bezel and matching dial. Rhodium-plated skeleton hands and Super-LumiNova indexes deliver clarity, while orange accents nod to its sporting edge. Inside, the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8806 powers the watch, visible through a sapphire caseback.
Price: $6,800 omegawatches.com
4. TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch
The TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Stopwatch reinterprets 1960s and ’70s Heuer stopwatches in a 39mm black DLCcoated titanium case. A grained black-and-silver dial sets the stage for red racing accents, including a lacquered index at 12. Inside, the Calibre 11 drives the vintage-inspired chronograph, a modern tribute to TAG Heuer’s motorsport-driven timing legacy.
Fifty years after Ferdinand Alexander Porsche first introduced the Chronograph 1 in 1975, Porsche Design honors its legacy with a 350-piece limited edition in glassbead-blasted titanium.
The matte black dial, Super-LumiNova hands, and signature rectangular minute hand echo the original’s uncompromising clarity, while the COSCcertified Caliber WERK 01.240 with flyback function brings modern precision to a true design icon.
Price: $9,650 shop.porsche.com
Orbita Watchwinders
Tourbillon 3
Elevate your watch collection with a meticulously crafted winder that blends sophistication with cutting-edge technology. Designed to preserve both accuracy and beauty, it ensures your mechanical timepieces remain in peak condition. At its core lies a digital system with a precise display for monitoring turns per day (TPD). The real marvel, however, is its photo-optic system, which tracks each rotation and recalibrates by 30°, defying gravity to keep your watch impeccably accurate.
Encased in a crystal glass sleeve, the Tourbillon Watch Winder turns routine winding into a visual experience, showcasing every detail of the graceful mechanical dance. At midnight, the TPD display resets, while blue LED lighting casts a dramatic glow, making it as striking as it is functional. Powered by a universal AC/DC adapter, it integrates seamlessly into any collection. More than an accessory, it’s a celebration of horology—where timeless craftsmanship meets modern innovation. Price: $3,295.
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Independent watchmakers thrive on creative freedom, pushing boundaries in design and mechanics. Free from big-brand constraints, they experiment boldly, crafting unique timepieces that redefine luxury watchmaking for collectors and enthusiasts.
INDEPENDENT WATCHMAKING
1. MB&F SP One
MB&F’s SP One emerges from two decades of unbuilt ideas, a watch born from pure independent creativity. Its 38mm pebble-like case frames three levitating elements, the barrel, balance wheel, and dial, suspended under sapphire domes. Conical gearing, a manual-winding single barrel, and 191 meticulously finished components showcase a rare union between inventive engineering and artistic freedom in modern watchmaking.
Price: $76,000. mbandf.com
2. URWERK UR-150 Blue
Scorpion
3. Orbita Tourbillon 3
The Orbita Tourbillon 3 feels more like a display piece than a tool. Its glass cylinder reveals every rotation, with a photo-optic system quietly shifting angles to keep watches wound evenly. Blue LEDs add a touch of drama at night, making it as much about the spectacle of motion as utility.
URWERK’s UR-150 Blue Scorpion turns time into theatre. A flying carousel guides three-hour satellites along a cam-defined route, coming together in a 240° retrograde sweep as the satellites rotate 270° at each hour. The dial becomes a stage for controlled mechanical drama, showcasing URWERK’s signature satellite complication and revolutionary approach to horology, where precision and visual spectacle connect in outstanding fashion.
Price: CHF 90’000. (excl. tax) urwerk.com
Price: $3,295. orbita.com
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4. H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Tourbillon Pierre Gasly H. Moser & Cie.’s Streamliner Tourbillon
Pierre Gasly channels the F1 driver’s eye for detail with a chocolate fumé dial, a one-minute flying tourbillon, and a red gold case.
Limited to just ten pieces, it carries a discreet ruby set at ten o’clock—Gasly’s racing number—making it personal and collectible.
5. De Bethune DB28XS
Kind of Blue Tourbillon
De Bethune’s DB28XS Kind of Blue Tourbillon turns engineering into art. Its 38.7mm blued titanium case frames a five-day handwound movement, an ultralight 30-second tourbillon, and a titanium-and-whitegold balance optimized for precision. Floating lugs, a microlight blued dial, and polished bridges highlight the brand’s mastery of materials, making the watch feel as much like a sculpture as it does a wristwatch.
Price: $225,000. debethune.com
Price: $148,500. h-moser.com 6. F.P. Journe Élégante 48mm Titalyt
F.P. Journe’s Élégante 48mm Titalyt translates electro-mechanical ingenuity into a wearable statement. Its motionsensing movement stops the hands when idle, conserving energy while a microprocessor keeps time, then resets automatically. Housed in a Titalyttreated grade 5 titanium case, with luminescent dial and ergonomically shaped straps, the watch merges avant-garde engineering with a timeless, contemporary design.
Price Upon Request. fpjourne.com
COMPLICATIONS BEYOND THE CHORNOGRAPH
Luxury watchmakers push beyond the chronograph, creating complex movements that blend precision and artistry. These technical marvels highlight the ingenuity and craftsmanship behind some of the most celebrated names in horology.
1. Glashütte Original PanoMaticCalendar
Glashütte Original’s PanoMaticCalendar showcases precision and poetry in a single design. Its 42mm platinum case houses a skeletonized blue dial, revealing the Calibre 92-11 automatic movement that powers an annual calendar, retrograde month, Panorama Date, and moon phase. Silicon balance spring and 100-hour power reserve ensure accuracy, while hand-finished bridges, bevels, and blued screws demonstrate the craftsmanship behind all 150 limited-edition pieces.
Price: $43,800. glashuette-original.com
2.
Arnold & Son
DSTB 42 Collection
Arnold & Son’s DSTB 42 introduces Mint Green and Ascot Blue limited editions, incorporating asymmetry with technical flair. The offcentered opal hours dial sits opposite three openwork gold bridges, showcasing the in-house A&S6203 calibre and its rare true-beat seconds. Self-winding with a 55-hour reserve, the movement translates oscillations into precise one-second jumps, a tribute to the brand’s maritime chronometer heritage.
Price: $67,400 (Platinum Ascot Blue)
Price: $52,800. (Red Gold Mint Green) arnoldandson.com
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Patek Philippe Retrograde Perpetual
Patek Philippe’s Retrograde Perpetual Calendar reimagines a classic complication for a modern wrist. The gray metallized sapphire dial offers a clear view of the mechanical movement, while the retrograde date hand adds a vibrant touch. White gold case, bezel, and caseback adorn the brand’s signature guilloché hobnail pattern, integrating technical mastery with understated elegance in a watch that feels both contemporary and unmistakably Patek.
Price: $142,260. patek.com
4. Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin
Vacheron Constantin’s Perpetual Calendar UltraThin is the result of pairing a wildly complex movement with the subtle sportiness of the Overseas. Housed in 18K white gold at just 8.1mm thick, the ultra-slim movement tracks date, month, leap year, and moon phase until 2100. A star-studded dual-moon display complements the Hallmark of Geneva–certified finishing, while three interchangeable straps offer versatile style, including rubber and gold.
Price: $120,000.
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5. Jacob & Co. Bugatti Tourbillon
Jacob & Co.’s Bugatti Tourbillon brings the Bugatti’s newest hypercar to the wrist. Its case mirrors the V16-powered supercar, complete with sapphire “windows,” dashboard-inspired sub-dials, and a miniature engine automaton. The movement combines a 30-second flying tourbillon with off-centered jumping retrograde hours and retrograde minutes, plus dual power-reserve indicators. Over 550 components reshape extreme automotive engineering into a horological masterpiece. Price Upon Request. jacobandco.com
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MODERN MATERIALS 2025 WATCH GUIDE
From high-tech metals to next-level composites, these watches show how materials can make a timepiece lighter, tougher, and more interesting.
2. Richard Mille
RM 43-01 Ferrari
The RM 43-01 Ferrari fuses Richard Mille’s cutting-edge materials with automotive-inspired engineering. Carbon TPT and grade 5 titanium form its skeletonized baseplate and bridges, offering extreme rigidity at minimal weight. Its manual-winding tourbillon with split-seconds chronograph channels Ferrari’s precision DNA, delivering around 70 hours of power reserve while withstanding shocks over 5,000 g.
Price Upon Request. richardmille.com
1. Tudor Black Bay
Chrono “Carbon 25”
TUDOR’s Black Bay
Chrono “Carbon 25” celebrates 2025 with a lightweight carbon fibre case and titanium pushers, inspired by the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 livery. The column-wheel MT5813 calibre powers chronograph functions, while even the sub-dials use carbon fibre. Limited to 2,025 pieces, it brings together motorsport heritage and track-ready style.
Price: $7,575. tudorwatch.com
3. Ulysse Nardin
Freak X Crystalium
The Freak X Crystalium blends Ulysse Nardin’s signature mechanical daring with a futuristic twist. Its Crystalium plate is as much about material innovation as it is about aesthetics. Limited to 50 pieces, the 43mm UN-230 houses a flying carousel movement with silicon escapement and 72-hour power reserve, making it a standout in modern watchmaking.
Price: $42,200. ulyssenardin.com
4. IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 TOP GUN Miramar IWC adds a fresh shade to its Colors of TOP GUN line with the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Miramar. Its light blue ceramic case, dial, and rubber strap are engineered through a complex zirconium oxide process, combining precision with color consistency. Powered by the 69000-caliber movement, it offers 46 hours of power in a limited 1,000-piece run.
Price Upon Request. iwcwatches.com
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HYT S1
The HYT S1 Beadblasted Titanium Red pairs lightweight, antiallergic titanium with bold, fluidic hours in retrograde red. Its open-worked case showcases the disruptive 501-CM hydromechanical caliber. Ergonomically angled straps and a 45mm case create comfort, while 72 hours of power reserve and titanium bellows highlight HYT’s mastery of materials and progressive watchmaking.
Price: CHF 58’000. (excl. tax) hytwatches.com
Leica ZM 12
Every Second Is a First
Leica refines its minimalist watchmaking philosophy with the launch of the ZM 12 collection capturing the essence of simplicity with a modern, sophisticated edge. Featuring a new 39mm case in stainless steel or titanium, the ZM 12 embraces a more compact silhouette while preserving the signature dual-layered dial that plays with light and shadow to create visual depth.
Timekeeping remains clean and balanced, with a small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock and luminous indices powered by Swiss Grade
A Super-LumiNova® for optimal legibility in any light. At its core is the Leica Calibre LA-3002, developed in collaboration with Chronode, o ering COSC-level precision and a 60-hour power reserve.
Available in four distinctive models, each ZM 12 is complemented by handcrafted, interchangeable straps in durable rubber or technical textile. Whether bold or understated, each piece reflects Leica’s commitment to engineering excellence and design purity. The ZM 12 is more than a watch, it’s a new perspective on time.
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Tool watches prove luxury can be worn daily, combining rugged design with elegance. Backed by pioneering history, they deliver practical functions collectors rely on while carrying undeniable prestige.
TOOL WATCHES FOR EVERDAY WEAR 2025 WATCH GUIDE
1. Bulova SHELBY Racer Chronograph
Bulova’s Shelby Racer Chronograph channels the spirit of Carroll Shelby into a 43mm silver-tone bullhead case. Its high-precision quartz Precisionist movement delivers 1/1000-second timing with a sweeping chronograph hand. An iconic blueand-white colorway, tachymeter ring, and the Shelby Cobra emblem bring racing heritage to the dial, while 8-hand functionality, sapphire crystal, and a numbered case back make this limited-edition 7,500-piece watch a serious tool for car enthusiasts.
Price: $1,350. bulova.com
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Rolex GMT Master II
Rolex’s GMT-Master II is one of those watches that feels equally at home in an airport lounge or a café. Its hallmark 24-hour hand and rotating bezel instantly let travelers track another time zone, making it a companion for life across borders. Launched in 1955, the GMT-Master was born in the jet age, when crossing oceans in a single flight was possible. Decades later, the watch still embodies that spirit of effortless travel.
Price: $11,100. rolex.com
3. Panerai Marina Militare PAM05218
The Panerai Luminor Marina Militare PAM05218 leans into one of the brand’s most storied chapters, revisiting the legendary ref. 5218-202/A from 1993. That watch was built exclusively for the Italian Navy, cementing Panerai’s reputation for rugged, purpose-driven instruments before the brand’s introduction to the civilian market the same year. It’s a modern homage to Panerai’s naval heritage, reminding collectors that beneath the luxury polish is a watch born for realworld utility.
Price: $8,800. panerai.com
4. Leica ZM 12
The Leica ZM 12 turns precision into a daily companion. Its 39mm stainless steel case houses the LA-3002 automatic calibre, calibrated to -4/+6 seconds per day, with a 60hour power reserve. A small seconds dial and SuperLumiNova-filled hands enhance readability, while 100M water resistance and Leica’s Easy Change strap system guarantee comfort and versatility for the whole week.
Price: $6,690. leicacamerausa.com
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Accutron Astronaut LTi
Accutron’s Astronaut LTi revisits its 1968 spaceage design with modern materials and engineering. The Grade 5 titanium case and bracelet keep the watch light, while the Caliber 9058 GMT automatic movement delivers a 50-hour power reserve and 16,000 A/m anti-magnetic resistance. An eggshell dial with SuperLumiNova markers and interchangeable titanium and Cordura straps makes this a wrist-ready tool watch for daily wear.
Price: $3,150. accutronwatch.com
WATCH WINDER AND SAFE
6. Athos 12 Piece Watch Winder And Jewelry Safe
Introducing Athos by WOLF: where world-class security meets refined design. This Eurograded, UL-tested safe is wrapped in a sustainable bio-based material with detailed stitching, protecting your most valuable possessions with seven steel locking bolts and a secure keypad code. Inside, find 4-20 patented Bluetooth-enabled watch winders and LusterLoc™ lined drawers to prevent your jewellery from tarnishing. Athos is available in British Racing Green with gold details or black with gunmetal finish. Price: $43,699. wolf1834.com
Arnold & Son DSTB 42 Collection
The Arnold & Son DSTB 42 collection expands with two striking new editions: a Mint Green dial in red gold and an Ascot Blue dial in platinum, each limited to just 18 pieces. Defined by asymmetry, technical mastery, and the rare true-beat (deadbeat) seconds complication, these timepieces showcase three openwork gold bridges that support the mechanism, opposite an o -centered white opal hours dial.
The true-beat seconds, central to John Arnold’s historic marine chronometers for the Royal Navy, ensures a precise one-second rhythm—recreated here with the in-house A&S6203 calibre.
This self-winding movement, with a 22-carat gold rotor and 55-hour power reserve, beats at 4 Hz while translating its oscillations into 60 distinct jumps per minute.
Visible on the dial side, the true-beat seconds mechanism features bridges in solid gold and an anchor-shaped counterweight, reinforcing Arnold & Son’s maritime heritage.
DSTB Platinum : $67,400 . DSTB Red Gold : $52,800 Price subject to change.
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Calling Pagani Residences home includes having a stunning dream garage.
WORDS : Tyler Rampersaud
Completion is slated for second quarter 2028 on Pagani Residences , the world’s first boutique luxury residential building from the brand with 30 stories and 70 all-corner residences in Miami’s stunning waterfront North Bay Village. The interiors of the building’s two-to-four-bedroom units feature design from Pagani Arte, as well as 2,000 to more than 3,300 sq ft of space each, outdoor terrace spaces, access to a 240-foot boardwalk, private boat slips, unparalleled amenities, entertainment spaces, and more. Meanwhile, grand two-story penthouses range from 10,500–12,000 sq ft, with the interior and exterior included.
The design of the building was done by renowned Miami firm Revuelta Architecture International, with 11-foot ceilings in all the units, 13-foot ceilings in the penthouses, along with private pools, and design principles inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s legendary combination of art and science, a guiding principle behind Pagani’s hypercar lineage, as well. However, for many automotive enthusiasts enticed by the luxury lifestyle of Pagani Residences, the stunning waterfront views, world-class amenities, 24/7 concierge service, and beautifully curated interiors are all icing on the cake for one of the most important aspects of any home: the garage. And this garage was personally designed by Horacio Pagani, ensuring that it reflects the same artistry, precision, and philosophy found in his legendary hypercars.
As one of the world’s most renowned manufacturers, Pagani is known for creating some of the most beautiful, rare, exclusive, expensive, and desirable machines for the road and track, with stunning artisan craftsmanship, groundbreaking design, and a combination of traditional ethos and performance-oriented innovation. Accordingly, the world’s first Pagani Residences project is set to feature some of the most stunning dream garages in the world of luxury real estate, perfect for housing vehicles of the caliber that Pagani is known for.
Private garages are available, as well as preferred parking for Pagani Residences owners, and one of the first amenities residents will get to enjoy is valet parking and the building’s beautiful porte-cochère on the ground floor. However, the garages and preferred parking in Pagani Residences aren’t excluded from the artful, elegant, and modern design excellence available in the building’s units.
In new renderings of what the garages and parking are going to look like when the building is completed, elegant lighting, luxurious materials, and generous space within the private garages at Pagani Residences, as well as the preferred parking spaces, o er residents the lifestyle perks of an ultra-luxe highrise on Miami’s North Bay Village waterfront, while refusing to succumb to the usual compromises of high-rise living.
Starting at $3.7 million for a unit, Pagani Residences is set to o er the ultimate lifestyle for the luxury automotive enthusiast and collector, bringing access to Miami’s hottest luxury destinations like Bal Harbour, Miami Design District, Fisher Island, Miami Beach, and more together with waterfront views, stunning design elements inspired by Pagani’s gorgeous vehicles, incredible amenities, and a lifestyle meticulously catered to discerning car collectors.
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Nino Farino “Battista Edition”
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• PAYS TRIBUTE TO F1 WORLD CHAMPION – NEPHEW OF BATTISTA ‘PININ’ FARINA
• BESPOKE PAINT “ROSSO NINO”, SAME AS THE VEHICLES NINO FARINA DROVE THROUGHOUT
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THE BATTISTA EDIZIONE NINO FARINA – A tribute to racing heritage and Italian design mastery. Born from the award-winning Battista electric hyper GT, this exclusive edition honors F1 legend Nino Farina, the sport’s first World Champion and nephew of Battista ‘Pinin’ Farina. Only five examples exist— each commemorating a defining milestone in Farina’s career. A true one-of-a-kind creation, blending innovation, artistry, and performance, designed for collectors who demand history, exclusivity, and perfection.
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LAMBORGHINI PALM BEACH
As one of the largest Lamborghini dealerships in the world, the team at Lamborghini Palm Beach has built its reputation on trust, passion, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit memorable. We sat down with the team and asked them some questions to learn more.
duPont REGISTRY : Since its founding, how has Lamborghini Palm Beach evolved?
Lamborghini Palm Beach: From day one, the goal was simple: make clients feel at home. That “family” atmosphere has encouraged people to return, refer friends, and build long-term relationships with our team. Growing that culture steadily is how we became one of the largest Lamborghini dealerships in the world.
dR: How does Lamborghini Palm Beach di erentiate itself from other dealers?
LPB: We hand-pick every pre-owned Lamborghini, bring all services current, and, when the car qualifies, deliver it with a certified warranty. This gives clients peace of mind knowing their purchase is backed by factory standards. Certified Pre-Owned vehicles can also access preferred finance and lease programs.
dR: What models are your clients most interested in, and why?
LPB: The Urus SE, which sets a new benchmark for the Super SUV segment in terms of comfort, performance, e ciency, emissions, and driving experience. It’s an 800-hp hybrid super-SUV that families can live with every day, for school runs, commuting, and weekend trips, without losing the excitement people expect from Lamborghini.
dR: Can you share the story behind one of the most unique or rare vehicles you’ve sold?
LPB: We sourced a 2001 Diablo 6.0 in Marrone Eclipsis, one of only 20 produced, showing 1,495 miles. It went into a client’s collection years ago, and we recently took it back on trade, so now it’s available again. Seeing a car like that come full circle is special.
dR: How do you create a memorable experience for your clients?
LPB : We keep an active calendar: private polo gatherings, Rolex 24 at Daytona, Super Trofeo viewing, overnight drives, service clinics, and yacht tours. Inside the showroom, there is clear communication and timely updates so clients always know what’s happening with their car.
dR: What trends are you noticing in the Lamborghini market?
LPB: Clients are more sophisticated and expect toptier service, clean documentation, and smooth delivery, especially on pre-owned and CPO. We meet that with rigorous prep and a process that respects their time.
dR : How has the profile of the Lamborghini buyer evolved in recent years?
LPB: It’s widened at both ends, with younger buyers and long-time enthusiasts. This definitely has to do with the strongest lineup in the brand’s history, which appeals to more clients than ever before, including an increasing female audience.
dR : What should people know about Lamborghini Palm Beach when first stepping on the showroom floor?
LPB: An impressive selection of Lamborghini vehicles in one place, new, pre-owned, and certified, presented by specialists who can walk through specs, service history, and options at the client’s pace.
dR: What are the goals for Lamborghini Palm Beach in the next five to ten years?
LPB: Earn more business the right way by delivering excellent service and keeping that family feeling intact. Growth matters, but trust is the priority.
dR: What does duPont REGISTRY mean to you?
LPB: It’s a go-to source for car news and insights, and a serious platform for searching and comparing vehicles. For our clients, it’s a smart place to find their next exotic and stay informed along the way.
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Monterey Car Week 2025 proved that the collector car world is alive and spending, but with sharper taste than ever. Near-modern icons stole the spotlight, while Ferrari once again dominated the week’s biggest results.
WORDS : Andrew Riedell
Every August, the collector car world turns its attention to the Monterey Peninsula, California or the latest round of high-end auctions from RM Sotheby’s, Gooding Christie’s, Broad Arrow, Bonhams, and Mecum. These sales attract the most desirable models, bring out the most pristine examples, and make for the largest and most diverse events from most of the auction houses involved.
Consequently, the prices that these auctions bring are typically seen as an annual ‘state of the market’ snapshot, reflecting not only the latest values of individual models but also the health of the market overall. I reviewed the results across the five auctions and came away with three key conclusions worth sharing.
Near-modern
supercars are the ‘it’ cars right now
I define ‘near-modern’ supercars as those introduced between 1980 and 2010. Monterey 2025 saw a slew of such models take the stage, and these cars comprised a significant share of the week’s standout results.
The 1995 Ferrari F50 offered by RM Sotheby’s, discussed in September’s issue, surpassed expectations and sold for $9.25m, a record for the model and 67% above the previous record from earlier this year. Another 1990s icon, the Lamborghini Diablo, had never sold publicly above $1m prior to this year’s Monterey auctions. A 2000 Diablo GT obliterated that ceiling and sold for $1.44m. Additional model records in this segment included the Ferrari F40 LM (double the previous), Ferrari 599 GTO (also doubled), Ferrari 599XX Evo, Maserati MC12, Koenigsegg CCXR, and more.
RM Sotheby’s set fifteen new model records at its auction, the top
This is one of just two US-spec Ferrari F50s finished in Giallo Modena, and it was ordered new by Ralph Lauren.
event of the week. Seven of the fifteen (47%) featured near-modern supercars despite only 15% of their offered lots meeting my definition. Over at Broad Arrow’s sale, near-modern supercars comprised the top three lots and half of their eight model records. While other segments of the market put forth several record results as well, no segment contributed more disproportionately than near-modern supercars.
The takeaway: The average car from my ‘near-modern’ category dates to 1995, meaning a buyer today who was ten years old when such a car debuted is now forty years old and likely in the higher-earning period of their life. With the interested buying pool becoming wealthier, the bidding war for these cars has heated up significantly. F50s, F1s, 911 GT1s, CLK GTRs, MC12s and more are approaching or already matching the market stature of stalwarts like 250 GT SWBs, Miuras, 550 Spyders, and 300 SLs.
Ferrari still carries the flag for the collector market Ferrari has long been in a league of its own among collector vehicles, and Monterey 2025 only reinforced that status. Both newer and older models set records, and results that didn’t excite still typically upheld the marque’s sky-high values.
Across the five auctions, Ferrari made up an incredible eight of the top ten lots sold. The manufacturer contributed six of the top ten at both RM Sotheby’s and Gooding and even took the top six spots at the latter. A 1961 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider Competizione became Gooding & Company’s top sale in its two-decade history, selling for $25,305,000. Ferrari also made up three of the top ten at both Mecum and Broad Arrow when including post-block transactions. The only sale Ferrari didn’t lead was at Bonhams, whose spread instead leaned heavily on a collection of modern supercars from Pagani, Bugatti, and Koenigsegg.
One of the top stories from the week was the 2025 Ferrari Daytona SP3 that sold for $26m – the top sale of the week. This lot, o ered new from Ferrari to support the marque’s foundation to support educational initiatives, says more about charitable giving than it does about the Daytona SP3 market. However, it does say a lot about Ferrari, as it’s hard to imagine another manufacturer achieving such a high figure by o ering a current model for charity.
The takeaway: Some manufacturers boast prestigious racing pedigrees, and others have built legendary road cars - Ferrari has done both, and consistently for nearly eighty years. Only Porsche compares, and even then, I rank Ferrari on its own tier in the collector car hierarchy. Monterey 2025 proves that nothing has changed.
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Collectors are still spending lots of money
2022 was a banner year for the collector car world, with buyer spending best described as a frenzy – seemingly every model was jumping sharply from prior years’ values. 2023 and 2024 were, by comparison, more restrained: prices remained high but gradually eased from their 2022 peaks across many models.
Monterey 2025 brought back the heat. While the 2022 auction totals were not beaten, this year stands as the secondhighest-grossing Monterey to date, at $432.8m per Hagerty data. Numerous public world records for individual models fell—several by substantial margins.
This year’s tone was less ‘frenzy’ and more ‘selective enthusiasm’ for specific models and segments. Many models remained at softer levels or failed to sell altogether, while many others continued to climb even beyond the 2022 mania.
The takeaway: A softening market since 2022 – coming alongside various geopolitical and financial headwindsgave many the impression that wealthy buyers were growing hesitant to open their wallets for expensive, non-essential purchases like collector cars. While likely true for some buyers, the data shows that the bulk of the buying market is still out there spending big. The focus is just more selective and may be shifting toward di erent, newer areas of the market.
Cavallino embroidery to headrests in Rosso, front lift
Rosso Mars/Nero Ade
Blue/Carbon Black
McLaren Orange calipers
2021 MCLAREN 765LT
White/Carbon Black • Gloss black laser etched wheels • Carbon ceramic brakes • Black calipers • MSO exterior black pack
Only 3,643 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2025 ROLLSROYCE SPECTRE
Black Diamond/Black • MSRP was $502,950 • $80,000 in options • RR monogram to all headrests • Extended leather headliner with shooting stars
Only 3,890 Miles! Showroom: Newport Beach
2020 LAMBORGHINI HURACAN EVO GT CELEBRATION
Blu Nethunes/Nero Ade • Tribute to the #11 race car • Lifter • Style package in high gloss black • Carbon fiber sport buckets • Arancio Leonis stitching
Only 573 Miles! Showroom: Baltimore
2025 MCLAREN ARTURA SPIDER
Aurora Blue/Carbon Black • Super lightweight wheels
• Carbon ceramic brakes • Red calipers • Exterior upgrade carbon fiber pack • Front axle lift
Only 3,362 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2009 MERCEDES MCLAREN SLR 722S
Antimony Gray/Gray • 1 of only 150 722S Roadsters • 24 sold in US • Dark grey top • Size large driver and passenger seats • Carbon fiber interior trim
Only 3,423 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2018 PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS WEISSACH
White over Black/Red • Front axle lift • Door handles in gloss black • Carbon fiber bucket seats • Sport Chrono package • Sport Chrono face in white
Only 1,450 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2024 MASERATI MC20
Grigio Incognito over Nero/Blue • 20" MMXX alloy wheels • Blue calipers • Gloss black roof with panoramic glass • Carbon fiber interior pack
Only 789 Miles! Showroom: Cleveland
2023 ROLLSROYCE PHANTOM
Arctic White/Seashell • Contrast piping and stitching
• Shooting star headliner • Walnut burr veneers • Fiddleback eucalyptus gallery with Phantom logotype
Only 2,457 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2021 FERRARI F8 SPIDER
Blu Corsa/Nero • Suspension lifter • Carbon fiber and leather steering driving zone with LEDs • Cavallino stitched in headrests in Giallo, contrast stitching in Grigio Chiaro • VIN#266944
Rosso Corsa/Beige • 5-spd gated man • This Testarossa will come to you with a zero mile • Full engine-out belt and fluid service • Pioneer head unit • Tools • VIN#083221
Only 8,045 Miles! Showroom: Beverly Hills
2023 MERCEDESBENZ G63 AMG 4X4 SQUARED
Manufaktur Dark Olive Green Magno over Espresso Brown/ Black • AMG night package magno • Silver AMG brake calipers • PROFESSIONAL roof rack with 220lb capacity
Only 305 Miles! Showroom: Cleveland
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To give it the proper sendoff from under the hoods of Aston Martins that it deserves, the historic British manufacturer created the DBS 770 Ultimate, and made sure that it would live up to its name. Being a proper farewell to its 5.2-liter, twin-turbocharged V12 engine and the current-generation Aston Martin DBS, the manufacturer pushed the engine to its limits, and with 759 horsepower, it’s the most powerful car that Aston Martin has made yet. This is the only vehicle where Aston Martin has modified the Transmission Shift Pattern.
It’s able to get from 0-60 in under 3.4 seconds, and it tops out at a soaring 211 mph, on top of all of that, its production number of just 199 Volante examples, makes it one of the most exclusive and desirable Aston Martins as well.
With Aston Martin’s unmistakable blend of British elegance, opulent luxury, timeless style, and exhilarating performance, the DBS 770 Ultimate Volante won’t be an easy car to get your hands on.
1955 Chevy 210 Custom | $139,900 Award winning ‘55 Chevy. Chromed and detailed 502 Ram Jet engine. Transmission 700R4, Art Morrison chassis, 9” Ford rear end, power Wilwood disc brakes, power steering, power windows, Vintage A/C. Finished in a PPG O’s Orange Pearl finish.
1939 Ford Coast to Coast | $65,000
The first 1939 Ford Coast to Coast ever sold in the US–yes you read that right, the FIRST Coast to Coast! We were fortunate to acquire this 12,000mile car from the original owner/builder. Own a piece of history!
1957 Chevrolet Nomad Restomod | $129,900 The car has a custom frame off rotisserie restoration. Powered by a LT1 C4 Corvette 350 CI V8 engine. Performance is enhanced with a 6-speed manual transmission with hydraulic clutch. Finished in a Sage Pearl with saddle tan leather Lexus SC400 seats.
1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup | $169,900 Frame-off build w/only test miles. Powered by a 5.3 LS V8 engine. All new wiring from front to back. Burnt Bronze Cerakote Chevrolet script Holley coil pack covers. All American billet serpentine belt system. Transmission is a 4L60 auto 4-speed overdrive.
1963 Chevy C10 Custom Truck | $129,900 Completely rebuilt from top to bottom with a 430hp LS3 6.2-liter fuel injected engine paired with a 6L80 automatic. Show quality from top to bottom featuring Tan Leather interior, power bucket seats, Vintage A/C, back up camera, power windows and more. Call for additional details.
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1959 Rambler American Super Wagon | $82,500 Multiple National Award Winner, built by Creative Rod & Kustom. Frame-off build. The drive train is a GM Ramjet 350 V-8 crate motor, 425 HP w/6,362 miles. Dressed up nicely with custom valve covers. Transmission is a 700R4 automatic with Gear Star overdrive.
1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS | $87,500 Under the hood you will find a 454 CI V-8, four speed automatic transmission. Power steering and power drum brakes. All new engine hoses and Chevrolet chrome valve covers. The interior is finished in black leather and cloth. Tilt wheel and air conditioning. Under dash gauges with aftermarket Premiere cassette stereo. New floor carpet.
$265,000 | YEAR: 2023 | MILES: 43 PORSCHE 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet America Edition
$51,760 In Factory Optional Equipment! America Edition Package! Only 100 Produced in USA!
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$148,000 | YEAR: 2024 | MILES: 1,861
Mustang Dark Horse Hennessey Super Venom 1 Of 1 Hennessey Super Venom Launch Edition! RARE FIND! Like New! Only 1,861 Miles! 850Bhp! CONTACT: 888-442-1070 soakleaf@sarchione.com Scan to view more on dupontregistry.com
MARTIN Vanquish
$536,700 | YEAR: 2025 | MILES: 44
2025 Aston Martin Vanquish – sleek design, pure performance, ultimate luxury. Inquire today!
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Shelby Super Baja F-250
$143,000 | YEAR: 2024 | MILES: 5
Black Appearance Package, Body Color Front/Rear Bumpers, Ebony Black Painted Front Grille Bars!
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Urus Performante
$309,000 | YEAR: 2024 | MILES: 6,011
Super rare Viola Pasifae Urus – carbon fiber, PPF, 23” wheels, B&O 3D sound, loaded options.
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