Innehållsförteckning för No. 26 från Gentlemen Drive

Dear readers, We begin this issue with a hands-on experience at the I Rally Catalunya Històric-RACC where, after a route lasting nearly 800 km, we were awarded the Trophy for the Oldest Car To Finish The Rally, thanks to the tireless “Blue Beauty”. As always, a magical experience thanks to a magical vehicle. From the classics to the most modern. We will get up to date with the latest from the Geneva Motor Show, such as the Ferrari 812 Superfast and the new Ruf “Yellow Bird”. We will also review some of the best current events, such as the Amelia Island Concours or the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, and will test some of the latest models on the market such as the Audi Q2, the Q7 e-tron quattro and the improved…

This was the first time the RACC had been in charge of a Classics Rally and, given its extensive experience in organising leading automobile events, the event looked sure to be a success. There was a broad scope for admissions: from 1947 to 1986. I opted for one of my favourite cars, which, unfortunately, I had not used for almost 2 years. A few days before the race, I decided to prepare the car and check that everything was working properly. Obviously it took some effort for it to start up after such a long period of lethargy, but when it did it afforded me a huge smile. I realised that the roadworthiness certificate was out of date, and when I went to renew it they found that the front…

An event which is unknown to many except specialists in Goodwood. Perhaps the best event of all the ones they organise. The Festival of Speed and the Revival have become hugely popular, not just among classic car enthusiasts but also among the wider public, and they are both now very much a social event. All this in addition to them being a point of reference in the sector. The industrious Lord March and his competent team do not rest on their laurels but rather, year after year, event after event, work tirelessly to offer a wonderful show with the best cars, the most legendary drivers and –the most difficult part of all– an unbeatable atmosphere. To some extent, the Members’ Meeting is going back to its origins. A more authentic…

FERRARI 812 SUPERFAST Powered by a new 6.5-litre V12, the 812 Superfast is the benchmark in the mid-front- engined sports car segment; is also Ferrari’s most powerful production car yet and has an striking and muscular design. El 812 Superfast, impulsado por un nuevo V12 de 6,5 litros, es el vehículo de referencia en el segmento de los deportivos con motor central delantero. Es el Ferrari de producción más potente hasta la fecha. BENTLEY EXP 12 SPEED 6e A full electric Bentley? Yes, the Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e concept brings luxury ownership experience to EV sector. Bentley levels of craftsmanship and refinement, with electric performance and grand touring capabilities Un Bentley eléctrico? Sí, el Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e redefine el sector de los vehículos eléctricos combinando los esperados…

Chopard 1000 Miglia Price: 6.800 € www.chopard.com Chopard Mille Miglia GTS Automatic Speed Black With its resolutely vintage style, the Mille Miglia GTS Automatic Speed Black recalls the classic design of legendary Mille Miglia race cars. Crafted from DLC-treated blackened stainless steel and featuring pure, uncluttered lines, its black matte dial perfectly highlights the central seconds in red. With an emblematic rubber strap evoking 1960s Dunlop tire treads, this bold timepiece adapts flawlessly to the wrist. Inside, the chronometer-certified self-winding in-house movement ticks away with perfect precision—a testament to Chopard’s renowned watchmaking prowess. Bell & Ross RS17 Price: t.b.a. www.bellandross.com Bell & Ross BR 03-94 R.S.17 The design, inspired by Formula 1, brings together the latest technological advances and the most innovative materials used in the racing world. This timepiece…

original badge t-shirt Escuderia Montjuich is considered to be one of the best private teams in motorsport. This t-shirt is a tribute to all the drivers who wear this badge in different racing competitions. La Escudería Montjuich es considerarda una de los equipos privados con más reconocimiento en competición. Esta camiseta es un tributo a todos aquellos pilotos que han defendido este escudo en competiciones automovilísticas. www.escuderia-montjuich.com Price: 20 € autodromo driving gloves Autodromo beautifully crafted driving gloves in cognac color will take you back to that simpler era every time you slip them on for a drive. Featuring a short, split cuff, these gloves will pair perfectly with your Autodromo watch, and have no annoying snaps to do up. Estos preciosos guantes de conducción en color cognac de la…

A lot has changed since SUVs became a common sight on roads around the world. They have undoubtedly evolved a lot, particularly in terms of comfort: no longer are they austere 4x4 off-roaders, but nowadays are easy-to-drive vehicles which are versatile, luxurious and comfortable. Naturally, given their volume, size, weight and engine capacity, they have always been high-consumption vehicles which are not the most environmentally-friendly. However, brands such as Audi, which is constantly evolving, have found extraordinary solutions for this vehicle segment. The latest trend is to supplement the traditional mechanics of internal combustion with batteries and an electric motor, making the versatile Q7 a cutting-edge hybrid vehicle. Its 57 km of autonomy in electric mode is more than sufficient for driving in built-up areas, with the batteries giving extra…

Siempre he sido un fan del BMW i3 desde que salió hace ya casi 4 años. Me gustó la decidida apuesta de una marca “premium” a la hora de sacar al mercado un automóvil 100% eléctrico y con un concepto, diseño y estética original y rompedora. Su interior es también moderno, pero confortable. Destacamos su visibilidad y luminosidad que sin duda hacen de su conducción algo mucho más agradable. Su talón de Aquiles, como la mayoría de vehículos eléctricos, es la autonomía. Durante la prueba que hicimos a una de las primeras unidades que llegaron a España incluso me quedé a unos escasos 300 metros de llegar a casa cuando intenté apurar la energía de sus baterías al máximo. En esta edición remasterizada la autonomía ha mejorado gracias a unas…