Faralli & Mazzanti unveils the Evantra supercar: Only 5 will be produced every year!

While most of us and even a large part of the rich folks, get a kick out of driving any racing car from a high end brand, there are some who like driving only that, which is available in extremely limited numbers. Faralli and Mazzanti is one such player into this niche segment of auto lovers, who have now unveiled their latest speed thriller, the Evantra supercar. Much like the classical designs from the racing industry, this vehicle will have only 5 units made in year for lucky and naturally uber-rich bunch of customers.

2012 Mazaanti Evantra supercar front view

A little of conventional shaping and styling from racing cars, a bit of aerodynamic designing, and completed with advanced automobile engineering, the Evantra caters to every speed thrill seeking rich boy out there. A black low-lying carbon fiber and aluminum body with LED lighting on the back and front, and a pair of doors which open vertically, it very much carries a ‘bat-mobile flavor’ but hopefully doesn’t belong to that movie franchise. Instead it’s a 1,200 kg, 600 HP pumping speedster, which takes a little less than 4 seconds to reach from 0-100 km/ph, on its own specially created set of alloy wheels

. Since the car is exclusive, those buying it will have Mr. Luca Mazzanti seeing that the vehicle is made entirely according to their taste. In fact, he would be juggling with suggestions like the all-aluminum single-unit construction, or a mix of the metal with carbon fiber, shades of the interior leather upholstery or the one for the car’s exterior. So, all those crazy nuts out there with a minimum of $392,000 (rough estimate) with them, could perhaps start drawing up their wish lists of what they want in their edition of the Evantra, as the early part of 2012 will have the company opening up for orders. Since only 5 of these will actually do each year, keeping a close tap on the company might help in getting your order approved early.

2012 Mazaanti Evantra supercar rear view

However, should this speed monster not be your thing, do take a look at theAlessi Fiberglass AR-1 supercar. Should cater to all those exclusive thrill seekers out there, who might fancy travelling in something made with fiberglass instead!

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Bentley's first luxury fragrance range for men captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

After recently impressing us with the launch of the world's fastest four-seat convertible, the 2014 Continental GT Speed, and the remarkable luxury saloon 2014 Bentley Flying Spur, the acclaimed British manufacturer of luxury automobiles Bentley Motors for the likes of Bentley Boys now delightfully launches its first luxury fragrance collection, the ‘Bentley for Men’ and the ‘Bentley for Men Intense’. Interestingly, the fragrance range which captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars also brings together the master French crystal maker Lalique and the iconic British car company for the creation of the first limited edition crystal flacon for Bentley, the 'Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition'. And this impressive collaboration further allows the transposition of Bentley brand core attributes into ultra-luxury fragrance. However, it’s not new to see noted automakers venturing into luxury fragrance business, as the German automaker Mercedes-Benz in 2011 launched the perfume for men created by the renowned perfumer Olivier Cresp of Firmenich, and in 2012 unveiled the fragrance for women, besides Bugatti launched its limited-edition fragrance back in year 2006.

Bentley launches its first luxury fragrance range for men that captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition

Bentley launches its first luxury fragrance range for men that captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

The bespoke Lalique for Bentley Crystal Edition is an impressive crystal flacon with the iconic 'Flying B' Bentley mascot.

Bentley launches its first luxury fragrance range for men that captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

Limited to only 999 examples, the eau de parfum itself, composed by Mylène Alran, from the French perfume house Robertet, is a fitting elixir of fine woody notes and exquisite leather to complement the epicentres of excellence within Bentley's craftsmanship.

'Bentley for Men' and 'Intense' range

Bentley launches its first luxury fragrance range for men that captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

Created by top French perfumer Nathalie Lorson, from the perfume house Firmenich, the 'Bentley for Men' (pictured above) and the high-impact 'Bentley for Men Intense' (pictured below) fragrances will be made available at selected perfumeries and department stores from April 2013.

Bentley launches its first luxury fragrance range for men that captures the ‘essence’ of their powerful supercars

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The $100,000 Bowlus Road Chief is a classic American travel trailer that looks like a rolling art

Genius is never obsolete, and this hold true for today’s ultimate travel trailer Bowlus Road Chief. Historically, an aircraft designer named Hawley Bowlus back in 1934 started building the feather-light 1,200 pound travel trailers ‘Road Chief’. Unfortunately, owing to the Great Depression Hawley stopped manufacturing Road Chiefs, and resumed work on aircraft. In those times, another entrepreneur Wally Byam adopted the basic design and started producing similar trailers in year 1936, under the Airstream name, the manufacturer of recently launched 'Land Yacht' Concept Trailer inspired by the luxury yachts, and the classic 1954 Airstream caravan, the Victorinox Special Edition Airstream, and the 2011 Eddie Bauer Airstream travel trailer. And in the decades that followed, the Bowlus brand and the original design were virtually forgotten, except by few of devoted collectors. But now the Bowlus brand has come-up with a bang with the release of an aerodynamically engineered, all-new Bowlus Road Chief. Described to be a mobile metal sculpture, the adventure-ready Road Chief boasting a streamline design impressively shares the best of the original, classic style, and efficiency, all in a soap-bubble-light aircraft-grade aluminum shell; perfectly adapted to 21st century conditions.

The $100,000 Bowlus Road Chief is a classic American travel trailerthat looks like a rolling art

Bowlus Road Chief

Inspired by timeless American style, and expertly handcrafted from honest materials for a lifetime of adventures, the new Bowlus Road Chief that looks like a rolling art, is actually the most modern, aerodynamic travel trailer, which is equally ready for an afternoon inspiration, a relaxing weekend getaway, or an ambitious cross-country adventure.

Bowlus Road Chief

The Bowlus Road Chiefs boasts Zen-like stateroom’s V-beds which easily reconfigures from ‘twins’ to almost a ‘king’, an efficient SMEG kitchen, full bathroom complete with shower, AGM batteries and 120-watt solar panel to offer power supply, smart electronics and multiple storage options.

Bowlus Road Chief

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CAVIAR iPhone 5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobile Lamborghini.

Catering to the huge interest and demand for the precious phones among the affluent individuals and show-business stars, the owner of the jewelry brand Perla Penna, Elijah Giacometti in year 2011 came up with a line of limited-edition, luxury CAVIAR iPhones

 handcrafted with Italian 18-karat gold, exotic leather and rare materials, and named it after the most expensive food item Caviar. And over the times, the collection of these exclusive Italian smartphones ‘CAVIAR’ has grown to an eclectic range, offering limited-edition, truly work-of-art models based on iPhone 4S and iPhone 5. Now, the renowned Italian jeweler Elijah Giacometti (Elia Giacometti) has come up what is said to be the most brutal male phone ever, the CAVIAR iPhone 5 Titano Diabolo. Limited to just 99 examples, the $4,260 masterpiece comes crafted from titanium and carbon fiber, and has been created with the participation of specialists from Automobili Lamborghini SpA. Besides, we have also earlier seen the world's first 24 karat gold plated iPhone 5, the world’s most luxurious iPhone 5 collection by Golden Dreams, the $100,000 iPhone 5 case that features natural sapphires and rubies, and the $302,985 most expensive iPhone 5 case by UUnique London.

CAVIARiPhone5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.

CAVIARiPhone5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobili Lamborghini

The notable highlight of the model ‘2006,811 are the logo and plaque covered with gold or ruthenium, which is a dark, almost black metal of the platinum group that doesn’t dissolves in acids (even in aqua regia).

CAVIARiPhone5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobili Lamborghini

Notably, the phone comes in branded leather case, and with an offer for an engraving a unique phone number.

CAVIARiPhone5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobili Lamborghini

The rear panel of the CAVIAR iPhone 5 Titano Diabolo has been crafted with tempered MPE titanium grade DIN 3.7145 , laser engraving TiTouch - Cella, and automobile carbon Battaglin.

CAVIARiPhone5 Titano Diabolo by Elijah Giacometti is created in cooperation with Automobili Lamborghini

CAVIARiPhone5 Unico Alligatore LE

Besides, some of the other notable iPhone 5 models include the CAVIAR iPhone 5 Unico Alligatore LE (pictured above), and the CAVIAR iPhone 5 Anaconda Rosa (pictured below), to name a few.

CAVIARiPhone5 Anaconda Rosa

Via: Caviar.Perlapenna

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$42,000 Hot tub electric boat is fitted with a waterproof stereo system and on-board chargers

Experience comfort, relaxation and revolving scenery, while being in a hot tub surrounded by water all around, doing drinking, listening music, and leisurely boating with your loved ones, all at once with the revolutionary Hot Tub Boat. Engineered and built in Seattle by a marine carpenter that specializes in custom house boats, this one-of-a-kind vessel is basically an electric boat with an 8-foot long hot tub built into its deck, and positioned on the boat’s center of buoyancy, providing the boat exceptional stability. Ideal for carefree fun and relaxation on the water, moving or stationary, this 16-foot Hot Tub Boat built to accommodate 6 adult bathers, also comes equipped with waterproof stereo system

, four ice chests built into the desk, a teak swimstep, and a 24-volt electric motor that propels the boat up to 5 mph on calm water, steered via a joystick. However, this $42,000 hot tub electric boat reminds us of the similar vessel, the $21,000 Hot Tug Hot tub boat that gives a new meaning to hot-tubbing, along with other water toys like the $35,000 sea cabana from ParrLuxe, and the $16,000 zero-emission electric sofa boat, to name a few.

$42,000 Hot tub electric boat is fitted with a waterproof stereo systemand on-board chargers

Hot tub electric boat

This vessel that drafts only 20", even when filled with its load limit of 6 adult bathers and 2,100 lbs. of water, comes with diesel-powered boiler with an adjustable thermostat that heat’s the hot tub’s water to a maximum temperature of 104° F.

$42,000 Hot tub electric boat is fitted with a waterproof stereo systemand on-board chargers

For the comfort of the users, the vessel boasts a water-proof speaker system that plays music through the flush-mounted 5-watt speakers that pop-up from the deck, a teak swimstep that provides easy entry into and from the surrounding water, and the built-in ice chests provides sufficient storage capacity.

$42,000 Hot tub electric boat is fitted with a waterproofstereo systemand on-board chargers

Further, the vessels rechargeable battery bank provides up to 10 hours of power from an overnight charge using its built-in Smart Plug shore power connection and on-board chargers.

Hot tub electric boat

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Mickey Mouse poster from 1928 sells for more than $100,000

The official mascot of The Walt Disney Company, the cartoon character Mickey Mouse
, an anthropomorphic mouse who typically wears large yellow shoes, red shorts and white gloves is one of the world’s most recognizable cartoon characters created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks back in 1928. Starting from its first appearance in 1928 in test screenings of 2 undistributed silent cartoons, went on to appear in over 130 films, extensively featured as comic-strip character, and eventually became the very 1st cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This renowned cartoon character now with an incredible history spanning over 80 long years has a special place in the history of cartoons. And, the recent sale of a 1928 made vintage Mickey Mouse movie poster, one of the earliest known surviving example hidden away in a Chico home for years, for more than $100,000 by auctioneer Heritage Auctions, makes it very apparent that anything associated with Mickey is truly a treasure of the pop-culture.

Mickey Mouseposter from 1928 sells for more than $100,000This rare Mickey Mouse

 poster originally belonged to he family of a deceased collector based in Northern California. This particular color poster shows a smiling Mickey, which was the first ever cartoon character to talk, waving his gloved hand, and advertising the ‘Mickey Mouse sound cartoon,’ with slogan calling the “The World’s Funniest Cartoon Character," and "A Sensation in Sound and synchrony".

Mickey Mouseposter from 1928 sells for more than $100,000

Described to be an important piece of pop-culture treasure, the poster drawn by Ub Iwerks was bought by an anonymous buyer in Dallas, Texas for $101,575.

Via: Reuters & BornRich

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Audi R8 China Edition - Only 30 will be made

Since its birth in 2006, German automaker Audi’s high-performance 2-seater sports car, the Audi R8 has continued to impress the motoring world with its high-design, captivating refinement, and a heritage of racing dominance. This car which is actually setting the supercar standard has now been tailored to Chinese tastes to be provided as the R8 China Edition, which fully expresses the automaker’s understanding of super cars. Tailored to attract the affluent Chinese driving aficionados and endowed by Audi with every unimaginable perfect element, the R8 China Edition boasting cool Nordic gold exterior color will be made available in whole of China in a limited number of just 30.

Audi R8China Edition - Only 30 will be made

Exterior Design

Audi R8China Edition 19" Tires

With unique Nordic gold colors and 19” wheels in 5 twin-spoke ‘Y’ design in titanium look, the Audi R8 China Edition features rear and front intakes/outlets and matt black light-weight tail pipes, while the front and rear slats, rear bumper, radiator grille surround and bars comes in matt titanium grey.

Audi R8China Edition - Only 30 will be made

Further, the front spoiler, sideblades, the exterior mirrors, and the specially enlarged diffuser are in carbon matt.

Interior Design

On the inside, this special China Edition R8 boasts an aluminum gear knob featuring limited edition number, which is truly an embodiment of prestige.

Audi R8China Edition Aluminum gear knob with limited edition number

Notably, the cars will be numbered from 1 up to 33 excluding the numbers 4, 14 and 24.

Audi R8China Edition - Only 30 will be made

The car sports bucket seats in black Alcantara with contrasting stitching and piping in trim color, along with contrast-stitched knee-pad in shark skin black, the console inlays and door trim inserts in the dazzling body color.

Audi R8China Edition - Only 30 will be made

While the instrument cluster with black dials and R8 emblem, and the door sill trims with aluminum insert and R8 logo.

Engine

Audi R8China Edition - Only 30 will be made

A lightweight 5.2L V10 mid-engine is equipped on the Audi’s trademark quattro permanent four-wheel drive with rear-biased setup, which allows the ride with automatically controlled manual gearbox ‘R tonic’ to accelerate from 0 to 100 within 2.9 seconds.

Also, the German automaker recently launched the limited edition 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder with a price tag of $210,000

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Luxury Christmas Gift Ideas for Men

Christmas is around the corner, so we are back with our handpicked gift ideas to help you pick for the sartorial man in your life. For those who have it all, we have earlier rounded up the most expensive accessories for men. The latest selection features myriad of options to choose from -- from cufflinks to watch and the best scotch. Take your pick!

Sartorial Gifts

1). Theo Fennel Matterhorn Ski goggle Cufflinks
Price: $13,130

Theo Fennel Matterhorn Ski goggle Cufflinks

British jewelry and silverware designer whose pieces have been captivating the world for over 25 years, Theo Fennel notably takes inspiration from anything and everything to design collection that is delicate, uplifting and wearable. Referred to be the perfect gift for any skiing enthusiast, the Matterhorn Ski goggle Cufflinks are one such example that has been beautifully crafted from white gold in Theo Fennel’s London workshop, and with hand painted enamel. (Theo Fennell)

Also check out the cufflinks made from parts of the vintage cars and super aeroplanes.

2). Etoile Hookah by Airdiem

Price: $12,100

Etoile Hookah by Airdiem

Handcrafted by master craftsmen, the Airdiem’s Etoile hookah which has been described as the ultimate luxury for the design-minded tobacco connoisseurs is made from pure obsidian sourced from the mountains of Armenia. Exclusively created by designer Jean-Philippe Martin, this elevated smoking accessory which requires more than 150 hours of cutting and polishing comes with a hefty price tag of $12,100. It also includes a protective gift box, a porcelain burner, a 3-piece set of metal grids, and obsidian stand for 4 mouthpieces. (Airdiem)

3). The Rolling Stones x Suntory 50th Anniversary Whisky

Price: $6,300

Suntory Releases Limited Edition TheRolling Stones50th Anniversary Whisky

The noted Japanese liquor brand Suntory will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the English rock band ‘The Rolling Stones’ with the release of a limited edition of its blended whisky, the Rolling Stones 50th anniversary whisky. Released as part of the successful cross-category Stones Bar series, theRolling Stones 50th anniversary whisky, limited to just 150 bottles, impressively feature The Rolling Stones’ iconic lips and tongue logo.

Suntory Releases Limited Edition The Rolling Stones50th Anniversary Whisky

This commemorative whisky is actually a blend of carefully selected 6 malts distilled and casked in milestone years throughout the iconic rock-band’s proud 50 years of performance. (Suntory)

4). Tumi’s high calibre bulletproof briefcase

Price: $5,995. Available at Harrods

Tumi’s high calibre bulletproof briefcase

With a 30-year history of creating superior products for discerning professionals and frequent travelers, Tumi which is recognized as the world's leading brand of luxury travel, business and lifestyle accessories has now come up with Tegra-Lite Bulletproof Attaché.

Tumi’s high calibre bulletproof briefcase

Crafted from an ultra-protective polypropylene thermoplastic composite, the case which has been tested using calibre .22 Long and .38 Special firearms, guarantees the safety of your documents from threats such as handgun rounds and disgruntled PAs. Also it features a secret false bottom for added peace of mind, an iPad case, and outside the case features a handcuff ring that you can secure to your wrist. (Tumi)

5). Giant Samarcande chess set by Hermès

Price: $5,500

Giant Samarcande chess set by Hermès

Part of Hermès Spring/Summer collection 2012, this beautiful high-end luxury chess set by Hermès is truly a proper gift for the chess player in your world. Both functional and fantastically elegant, this 3-foot chess table fashioned from clemence leather impressively features competing armies in rosewood and mahogany. (Hermes)

6). A. Lange & Söhne Limited Edition Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst watch

Price: NA

A. Lange & Söhne Limited Edition Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst features a hand-engraved white gold dial

Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst, these A. Lange & Söhne’s exclusive collector’s edition watches limited to just 30 units is actually the 3rd edition of brand’s award-winning Lande Zeitwerk wristwatch.

A. Lange & Söhne Limited Edition Zeitwerk Handwerkskunst features a hand-engraved white gold dial

This particular edition which has been described as A. Lange & Söhne’s most advanced watch, boasts an exquisite platinum case, a dial in black rhodiumed white gold and movement decorations, along with Glashütte lever escapement stand.

7). Bole’s Made to order Reindeer Leather Apron

Price: $840

Bole's Made to order Reindeer Leather Apron is an ultimate gift for the quintessential man

Böle, the far-north Sweden based fourth generation tannery and bespoke saddle maker has now produced an old-fashioned tanner’s apron, which can be referred to as an ultimate gift for the quintessential man and an accessory that complements Böle’s briefcases and rucksacks. This $840 limited edition reindeer leather apron has been crafted exclusively from bark-tanned reindeer leather that has been cured for a full 12 months.

Bole's Made to order Reindeer Leather Apron is an ultimate gift for the quintessential man

Limited to just 30 pieces, each apron comes numbered, and can also be embossed with the owner’s name or monogram. (Böle)

8). Kurt Geiger’s custom kicks

Starting from $380

Kurt Geiger’s custom kicks

Regarded as UK’s coolest footwear brand, Kurt Geiger which sells more than 2 million pairs of shoes each year through luxury and premium UK department stores including Harrods, John Lewis, and Selfridges has now launched made to order service from its freshly christened concession in Selfridges’ new men’s show department, allowing the clients to fully personalize the purchases. Handmade in Italy, the five styles fall into 2 categories, the studded and the smart. And, for each buyer can choose the color of leather trim, material mixes, the type of sole, and in some cases even the shade of the studs. (Kurt Geiger)

9). Dr Dre Beats Executive Headphones

Price: $300

Dr Dre Beats Executive

Especially designed to take the music enthusiast from boardroom to the tarmac and everywhere in between, here’s the Dr Dre’s headphone dubbed as ‘executive’. This lightweight, comfortable to wear, and easily foldable headphone set impressively delivers the legendary Beats sound, the pure audio integrity for crystal clear highs, signature bass and sonically true mids, in a refined package that’s easier than ever to take on road.

Dr Dre Beats Executive

Notably, the Beats Executive headphones use battery-powered noise cancellation to deliver your music without outside interruption.

10). Baxter Base Camp X Straight Razor

Price: $280

Baxter Base Camp X Straight Razor

Inspired by the same axe handles Base Camp X is known for and made by hand, here’s an exclusive razor handle that has been custom designed and produced by BCX wood studio in Toronto. Made of Tennessee hickory, each handle is cut and shaped by hand with special focus placed on the grain of the wood. Further, it has been sanded to a marble smoothness, and finishing coats were applied to create a deep and velvety polish that is moisture resistant. (Baxter Of California)

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