Luxury & Mr Hunt

Contents

? Quiet Luxury

? Hunt the Shunt

? Two Dreams for Sale

?? The Aston Martin DB4 Zagato Continuation

?? Tim Birkin & the 1929 4?-litre Supercharger

Quiet Luxury

Money Screams, Wealth Whispers

Quiet Luxury is a resurgent movement against more ostentatious displays of wealth and status. It celebrates subtlety, restraint, and a refined sense of style.

It emphasises investment in high-quality pieces that have timeless appeal.

Sometimes referred to as Old Money Aesthetic or Stealth Wealth, it is the subtle art of silent Luxury and understated Elegance.

Spreading across fashion, sophisticated timepieces, fine art, and motor cars.

It's about Sophistication and Refinement.

While quiet luxury items may not flaunt their status, they often come with a sense of exclusivity.

Limited production runs, skilled craftsmanship, and personalised service contribute to the allure of these luxury goods.

It's about surrounding oneself with things that bring joy and meaning rather than simply accumulating wealth for its own sake.

'Where Elegance Whispers and Extravagance Listens'

Quiet Luxury in the context of expensive motor vehicles refers to the holistic experience of owning and driving a luxury car beyond the technical specifications or performance.

Quiet Luxury in the context of fine art typically refers to artwork that exudes a sense of refinement, elegance, and sophistication through subtlety rather than ostentation.

It's about capturing a sense of timeless elegance that transcends trends and speaks to a more discerning audience.

Quiet Luxury, in the context of very expensive watches, is about creating timepieces that speak volumes through their understated design, impeccable craftsmanship, and the finest materials.

From the Houses of Patek Philippe, Lange & S?hne, Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet and Jaeger-LeCoultre.

'The Art of Making a Statement without Saying a Word'

A handful of purveyors of Quiet Luxury play a crucial role in elevating the concept of silent luxury, catering to affluent consumers who value elegance, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.

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Hunt the Shunt

James Simon Wallis Hunt. August 29, 1947 – June 15, 1993

Lord Alexander Fermor-Hesketh, Anthony 'Bubbles' Horsley and James Hunt.

Definition:?A triumvirate is a group of three people who work together, especially when in charge of something.?

A Formula One Team.

'The establishment didn't like us at all. They just saw me as a fat aristocrat throwing his money around. Showing they could be beaten suddenly became rather important' - Lord Hesketh.

The 'Good Lord, ' as James Hunt often referred to Lord Hesketh, provided James with his debut in Formula One.

James entered the F1 stage in 1973, driving a March 731 for the Hesketh Racing Team.

James was known for his playboy lifestyle, a match made in heaven when he joined Hesketh Racing.

James had a reputation for being outspoken and unpredictable, on and off the track; his reckless and outrageous exploits on track earned him the nickname 'Hunt the Shunt.'

He was a masterful driver, especially in wet conditions, which provided him with opportunities that other 'mature' drivers wouldn't contemplate.

Hunt won the 1976 World Drivers' Championship in his first year with McLaren and retired partway through the 1979 season.

He is characterised as the 'bad boy of F1' —a hard-drinking, hedonistic playboy.?

In his private life, he was very different. He didn't seek stardom, and it is said that his celebrity made him uneasy.

James once said, 'My first priority is to finish above rather than beneath the ground.'

In that, he succeeded.

In 1993, he died in his sleep of a heart attack.

'Crafted with Passion. Driven by Legacy'

The Aston Martin DB4 Zagato Continuation is a modern recreation of the iconic Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato, produced by Aston Martin Works in Newport Pagnell.

The DB4 Zagato Continuation pays tribute to Gianni Zagato's meeting of minds with David Brown at the 1960 Geneva Motor Show.?

The magicians at Aston Martin created a meticulously hand-built DB4 Zagato to reflect the original's authenticity and detail.

'A Timeless Masterpiece reborn for the Modern Era'

Using artisan skills, the Continuation reflects one hand-built masterpiece at a time.

The Continuation carries on the sequence of VIN numbers from the original Zagato.

Despite a faithful recreation, the Continuation has modifications in safety and modern-day performance areas.

A 3.7-litre powered the original Zagato, whilst the new engine is a 4.7-litre.

The Aston Martin DB4 Zagato Continuation is a modern, limited-edition heritage model that captures the essence and authenticity of the original DB4 Zagato.

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'An Icon Reimagined, a Legend Continued'

Sir Henry 'Tim' Birkin was part of the Bentley Boys, a group of wealthy British individuals who raced Bentley cars in the 1920s.?

The Bentley Boys were known for their flamboyant lifestyle and success on the racetrack.

The Bentley 4? Litre Supercharged, often referred to as the 'Blower Bentley',?remains one of the most iconic and celebrated cars in Bentley's history.

Tim Birkin was the driving force behind the Blower Bentley

It has a combination of power, speed, and distinctive design.

A world-renowned British Bentley restorer meticulously recreated an original 'Blower' using a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern engineering.

This motor car pays homage to the heritage and legacy of the iconic Blower Bentley.

The Blower Bentley Philosophy: Why settle for a gentle breeze when you can have a full-blown hurricane?

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