Indholdsfortegnelse for October 2025 i duPont REGISTRY Magazine

The BMW Art Car program began with French racing driver and art enthusiast Hervé Poulain, who invited his friend, renowned artist Alexander Calder, to transform his 1975 BMW 3.0 CSL race car into a moving canvas. With the support of Jochen Neerpasch, then head of BMW Motorsport, the first BMW Art Car was born – and quickly became a fan favorite on the track. Since that pioneering moment, BMW has added to the collection at select intervals, commissioning singular works from celebrated artists including Andy Warhol, David Hockney, and Jeff Koons. 1. 2010 BMW M3 GT2 By: Jeff Koons A contemporary artist known for his bold, shiny, and often monumental sculptures that explore themes of pop culture, consumerism, and mass appeal. 2. 1979 BMW M1 GROUP 4 By: Andy Warhol…

Through its Private Office Shanghai, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has revealed a trio of one-of-one commissions inspired by Chinese art, fashion, and landscape. This exclusive release comprises the Phantom Extended, Black Badge Cullinan, and Black Badge Spectre – each infused with ancient symbolism and contemporary elegance. More than just customizations, these creations form a visual dialogue between tradition and innovation, East and West. At the heart of the collection is Silken Spirit, a recurring design motif conceived by Rolls-Royce Bespoke designer Shuai Feng. Referencing the flowing elegance of the Spirit of Ecstasy and the heritage of imperial silk, the motif appears throughout all three vehicles, gracing everything from Starlight Headliners to treadplates and leather-wrapped Galleries. This artistic trio draws its primary inspiration from the Dunhuang Mogao Caves, a sacred complex of…

Maserati is one of the most talked-about names in the automotive world, with its lineup transforming significantly in recent years to include a sensational new supercar and its racing-focused derivatives, a new generation of its celebrated GranTurismo and GranCabrio grand tourers which include ICE and electric-powered variants, the new Grecale luxury SUV with practicality, stunning design, luxurious comfort, and the upcoming MCPura, an evolution of the MC20. In addition to revitalizing the vehicles it has on offer, Maserati has revamped its presence in the motorsport world, as well, participating in Formula E and also competing with its GT2 supercar. Triumphantly returning to the global racing scene, Maserati is on the cusp of celebrating an important year, the 100th anniversary of its Trident logo, and also the brand’s presence in motorsport…

There was a lengthy expanse of time – between 1931 and 1998 to be exact – that Bentley Motors and Rolls-Royce were cleaved together as essentially the same company. Despite the forced business circumstances, the Flying B brand’s true identity is inextricably linked to its geographical home in Crewe where the 106-year-old carmaker has been based since 1939. Design philosophy is crucial to any brand’s identity, let alone ultra-premium marques, and the recent expansion and renovation of Bentley’s design center speaks as much to the carmaker’s past as it does its future intentions. Respecting legacy while embracing modernity is no cakewalk, and Bentley’s freshly overhauled design studio straddles both through a single architectural gesture: a symmetrical brass staircase that presents a visual centerpiece just beyond the building’s refreshed façade. The restored…

Rockingham Speedway, known as “The Rock,” is now available for acquisition—a rare opportunity to own one of North Carolina’s most iconic motorsports and entertainment properties. Spanning 250 acres in Richmond County, the property is ideally located within 90 miles of over 12 million people across Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro, and just 20 miles from Pinehurst Golf Course. Fully equipped to host high-capacity events, the facility includes seating for over 25,000 spectators and parking for more than 10,000 vehicles. Complete sitewide ABC permits allow for alcohol sales across the entire venue, making it ideal for both motorsport and festival use. With more than $12 million invested in infrastructure upgrades over the last three years, Rockingham recently returned to the national stage by hosting its first major NASCAR event in two decades.…

duPont REGISTRY: How does your dealership differentiate itself from others in the luxury car market? Ferrari of Central New Jersey: Becoming part of the Ferrari familywas a lifelong dream. When the opportunity to acquire the dealership came in 2019, we embraced it wholeheartedly. Ferrari is not only the most iconic brand in the automotive world but also one of the most revered names in the realm of ultra-luxury. We consider our dealership the crown jewel within our family of stores. As stewards of a brand that will far outlast us, we approach everything we do with reverence and responsibility. dR: Which models are currently your top sellers, and what makes them resonate with your clients? FCNJ: The Ferrari Purosangue has redefined what a luxury performance vehicle can be. As Ferrari’s…

824 Horsepower 214 mph Top Speed 3.3 sec 0-60 mph How can something beautiful be capable of being so brutal? That’s the dichotomy of the 2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante; this breathtaking and luxurious sight is an absolute monster in terms of performance. The fastest and most powerful front-engine production car on sale, it even surpasses Ferrari’s 12Cilindri by a handful of horsepower. And this stunning convertible variant can deliver absolute fury on demand. Parked outside Aston Martin’s Q NewYork flagship showroom, my designated Volante shimmers in Satin Aluminite Silver, its tone shifting from molten alloy to matte gray depending on the sunlight that’s flickering off the skyscrapers. The Vanquish marks the fourth model in Aston’s recent product renaissance, following the Vantage, DB12, and DBX707. But while those rely on…

Second Star Homer, Alaska 2+ Acres Accomodates 24-30 Guests Price: $6,750,000 There’s something deeply American about the idea of staking a claim in the wilderness, and few places capture that spirit quite like Alaska. That dream of owning something raw, remote, and real still resonates, and Fay Ranches—led in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska by Troy Dana—has helped make that dream a reality for decades. With deep experience across Washington and Alaska, Troy brings a special blend of frontier expertise and brokerage insight to the table, shaped by a life spent navigating rivers, coastlines, and complex land transactions. Before his real estate career, Troy was a licensed tugboat captain operating on the Yukon River and coastal Alaska, from the Arctic Ocean to Prince William Sound. That firsthand connection to the…

For the last 15 or so years, special exterior paint colors have been ‘in’. The Porsche vernacular for special-order color, ‘paint to sample’ or ‘PTS’, has become fashionable lingo among car enthusiasts, and wild shades are celebrated across seemingly all makes today in a market that is relentlessly searching for uniqueness. This enthusiasm extends to models from every era – let’s start with the modern day. I looked at auction results over the past year for manual examples of the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring which recently ended production (992.1 generation). Paint to sample was available for this model for about $12.8k over the $161.1k MSRP. With rare-color culture proliferating so much, 24 out of the 37 cars sold at auction over the last year wore PTS shades from the factory.…