My Luxury Auctions

How would you like to enjoy an incredible 4 day – 3 night getaway for 2 people and attend the 2013 55th Annual Grammy Awards? Of course you’d love to, but what if it didn’t cost you anything to win the auction. Even better, right? Now read on and make your dream a reality.

My Luxury Auctions “MyLuxuryAuctions.com” helps everyday people achieve uncommon prestige and gives anyone a wonderful opportunity to own and experience everything that is luxury – luxury vacations, cruises, jewelry, cars, yachts, real estate and much more! The thrill of online bidding is truly an adrenalin rush – become part of this exciting trend.

The Life of Luxury (https://www.thelifeofluxury.com) has partnered with My Luxury Auctions to create and provide an array of luxury products and travel packages to auction off. The first package (valued at $12,000) we offered is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to attend the 55th Annual Grammy Music Awards scheduled for Feb. 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

Grammy Music Awards

If you are the auction winner, two people will fly to Los Angeles, California on Friday then spend Saturday exploring the city’s  popular local landmarks and luxury stores. On Sunday, you’ll attend the Grammys then fly home on Monday. This amazing luxury auction travel package includes all airfare (first class) and hotel accommodations (five star or greater.)

As a leading provider of VIP Event Tickets, The Life of Luxury is very excited to partner with My Luxury Auctions and provide the best life has to offer.

With an ambitious goal of becoming the world’s best online penny auction service for luxury products, MyLuxuryAuctions.com offers people a chance to experience uncommon prestige.

I asked Jason Mottley from My Luxury Auctions what was the driving force behind the company’s concept?

A: “We realized there was an untapped market for a quality online venue which could hold high-end luxury auctions and most importantly – give back to the community through charitable donations.

Of course everybody is familiar with eBay but is not built for the luxury market. A lot more finesse and care is required with selling luxury items or assets that can be valued sometimes into the tens of millions of dollars.”

Auction sites like My Luxury Auctions provide numerous advantages over traditional auctions. Discover that many luxury items may be obtained at a fraction of their regular cost. By simply visiting, you’ll get an opportunity to bid and win a luxury product or vacation package for a whole lot less … literally pennies on the dollar.

Jason Mottley was asked about the large amount of interest and media coverage My Luxury Auctions has received so far?

A: “We’re not really surprised at all. We saw the need for such a niche. By creating this auction venue, we created a single place on the web to buy the best luxury products available. This levels the playing field the field by making luxury items within reach of almost anyone.

What we’re most proud of is the winning auction bid becomes our Auction Donation Value. MyLuxuryAuctions.com will donate this closing value of the auction price to one of five charities the winning bidder selects, including: American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Promise House and Loving My Neighbor.”

To begin, the process is quite simple. All you’ll need to get started is purchase your credits in advance then start bidding on any luxury item you like. Access high-end luxury products and services at extremely low prices.

Looking for a memorable tropical vacation? There are currently several terrific luxury vacation getaways available including a 9 day trip to Hawaii for 4 people. Begin by visiting The Big Island and Maui, then end up on the capital island of Oahu. Looking for a romantic getaway for 2, then you’re in luck. Enjoy time on the lush, Garden Island of Kauai, the tranquility of Lanai, then finish up by experiencing the true Hawaiian culture on magical Molokai.

If you have always wanted to own a luxury boat, then take a look at a 2009 Supra Sunsport 24V. This incredible red craft measures 24 feet long, and offers a 340 Hp engine. The boat holds up to 16 people and is loaded to ensure a fun-filled afternoon on the lake. If purchased new, this luxury boat would retail at around $80,000. Bid now and can you can end up winning it for just pennies on the dollar.

Don’t worry about getting a sub-par trip. Each vacation package offered is booked using only first class travel and the best accommodations. In addition, the winner will also receive a pre-paid debit card valued at thousands of dollars of instant cash available to spend as you wish!  This offering is an unheard of value-added reward.

Keep a look out for many other luxury products such as fine watches, jewelry, high fashion, vacation getaways, shopping experiences, and much more!

You’ll receive A+ service throughout the auction process. One of their Destination Experts will help the winner customize their vacation experience.

So what are you waiting for!  Please visit http://MyLuxuryAuctions.com and start bidding!

Early Porsche 911 lr – Photo by Porsche Werks

The 18th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will be held the weekend of March 10, 2013. The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is definitely among the top automotive events in the world.

If you love luxury and antique cars, then this event is truly a celebration of the automobile like no other. Now in its second decade, the annual car show will honor iconic luxury car brand – Porsche 911’s 50th anniversary.

Commonly known as “The Amelia,” this popular Florida car show draws nearly 250 rare vehicles from various collections around the world to The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island.

The Porsche’s 911 was first launched in the autumn of 1963 at the Frankfurt Auto Salon. This car quickly became the classic design and the car that jettisoned Porsche to its commercial and competition success.

Even today, the classic Porsche 911 remains a timeless success in showrooms, on the roads and race courses worldwide. From its first entry Porsche’s new 911 won its category in all the classic sports car endurance races.

Class wins in the 1966 24 Hours of Daytona, the 12 Hours of Sebring and the 24 Hours of Le Mans were followed by outright victory in the rugged Monte Carlo Rally in 1968. In 1973 the Brumos Porsche 911 RS driven by Jacksonville’s Peter Gregg and Hurley Haywood won a legendary upset victory in the 24 Hours of Daytona, defeating an international field of pure prototypes.

Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance

Also in 1973, Porsche’s 911 won overall victories in the punishing 12 Hours of Sebring and the World Championship Targa Florio on the rugged mountain roads of Sicily.

The Porsche 911 has seen numerous changes over the years. It has been turbocharged making it one of the fastest and strongest accelerating cars for highway use. On February 4, 2012 Porsche introduced the latest version of the 911, the 991.

The 2013 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will be held March 8-10th on the 10th and 18th fairways of world famous The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach, Florida which is next to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island.

The show’s Foundation has donated nearly $1.8 million to Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, Inc. and other charities on Florida’s First Coast since its inception in 1996.

To receive additional information about the upcoming 2013 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, please visit www.ameliaconcours.org or call 904-636-0027.

Contact us to help arrange your travel reservation or purchase tickets

Jaguar XJL

Luxury British car manufacturer Jaguar has just released several new videos showcasing Jaguar car models. The videos are part of the brand’s “Alive” ad campaign.

Jaguar USA introduces a series of digital video interviews entitled “Backseat Stories.” These entertaining videos are fun to watch and highlight Jaguar’s luxury car line-up – Jaguar XJL and the 2013 Jaguar XJL with all wheel drive.

The interesting twitch from Jaguar is the video series actually take place in the back seat of a Jaguar XJL. View a range of topics including acoustic concerts to captivating personal stories.

This video includes NBC’s “30 Rock” stars Tracy Morgan and Jane Krakowski who share their comedic thoughts and vocal talents.

Jaguar was founded back in 1922 by Sir William Lyons as the Swallow Sidecar Company. Since that time, Jaguar has clearly defined a strong niche in the luxury car industry and become one of the world;s most popular automobile brands.

You can view the entire collection of Jaguar’s “Backseat Stories” by visiting Jaguar USA’s official YouTube Channel – http://www.youtube.com/user/JaguarUSA

Lexus LF-LC Concept Car

The Lexus LF-LC Concept Car has a distinctive and luxurious look that will definitely turn heads. The stunning vehicle from Lexus is a 2+2 coupe that comes with a hybrid drivetrain and a low profile.

The video was shot at the 2012 Concorso d’Eleganza. Whether we ever see it in production or speeding down the highway, it’s an incredibly attractive car.

To continue to battle both BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the luxury car market, Lexus may need to make an aggressive move like actually producing the stylish LF-LC.

Bentley EXP 9 F

Luxury car brand Bentley has done it again.  After providing released images and video of its new EXP 9 F luxury performance SUV, we’re getting closer to seeing the real deal next month.

The new Bentley EXP 9 F luxury performance SUV will be showcased at the Concours d’Elegance in Pebble Beach, California. We reported about the Bentley SUV’s first appearance in Geneva.

The first view recently occurred at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed.  Bentley displayed the concept EXP 9 F at Goodwood and it appears the public embraced the idea of Bentley offering a luxury SUV.

The EXP 9 F will be Bentley’s first foray into Sport Utility Vehicles, and from the initial peek …. it will be a winner in the luxury SUV class.

Developed as a luxury vehicle with all-terrain capability, the EXP 9 SUV from bentley will become the fastest and most luxurious SUV in the world.

Offering all-wheel drive and a 6.0 liter, turbo-charged W12 engine, the new Bentley SUV also features its famous matrix grille, 23-inch alloy wheels, ultra-wide, two-part split tailgate and twin exhaust tailpipes in the rear, plus round lamps in the front.

Inside, the EXP 9 F SUV offers elegant floormats that are a wool-silk blend. Passenger seating will be 4+1. For a nightcap or glass of champagne, the rear armrest that conceals a cooled compartment.

The new 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is poised to take on the Audi A7, Porsche Panamera, and the Mercedes-Benz CLS. The base price for the luxury Gran Coupe car is $76,000.

The 2013 BMW 640i features a turbocharged 3.0 liter inline 6-cylinder engine that produces 315 horsepower and 332 lb-ft. of torque. The 8-speed automatic transmission is very responsive and quick.

The 640i offers paddle shifters that are found on the steering wheel for those who prefer a more involved driving role. The BMW 640i Gran Coupe has a couple of different driving modes from Sport+ which enhances performance, to Comfort which softens up the suspension and ride, to ECO mode which targets the best fuel economy possible.

2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe

The exterior of the 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe is comprised of a very sleek profile and a wide stance. Offering the best of both worlds with its 2-door styling and 4-door convenience, the 2013 BMW 640i is one sexy coupe.

Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce recently opened its second largest showroom in the world in Jericho, Long Island – New York. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Long Island is the 33rd Rolls-Royce showroom to open in North America.

The new Rolls-Royce showroom facility is larger than 9,200 square feet and includes room to display more than a dozen of the ultra-luxury automobiles. The showroom is owned and will be operated by Antoine Dominic of Bespoke Motor Group.

Featuring Rolls-Royce’s largest customer configuration lounge in the world, the showroom will allow prospective customers the opportunity to browse thousands of leather, color and trim samples.  The mold-breaking trend in dealerships will feature a café, ultra modern meeting spaces with floor to ceiling glass walls and an outdoor terrace.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Long Island opens just several months before the much anticipated arrival of the luxury car maker’s latest model – the Phantom Series II.   The Phantom Series II is schedule to arrive in showrooms in September and will mark the first significant improvements to the Phantom since 2003.

Rolls-Royce

The new Phantom Series II by Rolls-Royce will feature several technological upgrades intended to improve the timeless appeal, performance and efficiency of the car.

While the distinctive Rolls-Royce grill and iconic Spirit of Ecstasy remain intact, the striking new front-end features re-styled bumpers and rectangular LED headlights – the first full LED headlights to be offered as standard on a production car.

Rolls-Royce

A new 8-speed automatic gearbox and rear differential not only enhance the driving experience, but decrease fuel consumption by 10%.  he Phantom Series II also features upgraded driver assistance technologies, an updated satellite navigation system and new user interfaces which augments to the effortlessness and ease that the driver experiences.

Imperium Automotive is based in the historic city of Edinburgh, Scotland. The company designs and manufactures unique hand built limited edition vehicle upgrade packages for the motoring individualist.

Imperium Automotive is a Bentley personalization specialist and just introduced their new limited edition customization package for the new generation Bentley Continental GTC.

For luxury car fans enthusiasts, the dream of just driving a Bentley Continental GTC can be a life-long dream. But to own a custom Bentley Continental GTC … is just plain the ultimate joy!

As summer near, the exclusive Imperium Audentia GTC convertible upgrade program arrives just in time.

Imperium Automotive focus on bespoke low volume manufacturing using the finest traditional British engineering processes to create beautiful unique limited edition luxury vehicle upgrades.

The new Imperium Bentley Continental GTC Audentia package is a limited edition upgrade and only available in extremely limited worldwide production numbers. This exclusive package is available to order directly only through UK based Imperium.

All Imperium Bentley Audentia GTC bodywork components are expertly designed and manufactured using the finest British engineering techniques, processes and principles.

The Audentia GTC package includes a new bespoke designed front bumper with grille, air vents and visually lowering sport side skirts. The custom rear apron design features a new subtle boot lip spoiler, rear diffuser and newly designed sports exhaust tips.

Each individual limited edition package is manufactured to order in the finest ultra light prepreg autoclave carbon fibre.

For more information please visit: www.imperiumautomotive.com

Bentley EXP 9 F

At the recent Geneva International Salon d’Auto car show, luxury car maker Bentley revealed it’s new Sport Utility Vehicle Concept Car (EXP 9 F).

Bentley’s EXP 9 F is a true fusion of contemporary crafted luxury, advanced in-car technology, commanding driving position and all-terrain capability in a spacious and high performance SUV.

The EXP 9 F from Bentley would be the third Bentley model-line to go along with the bespoke Mulsanne and the high performance Continental GT, GTC and Flying Spur.

Wolfgang Dürheimer, Chairman and Chief Executive of Bentley Motors was quoted, “We are very excited by the potential of a high performance, ultra-luxury Bentley SUV. We know that many Bentley customers already own SUVs, admiring their style, luxury, performance and versatility. With EXP 9 F, Bentley is making a clear statement of intent that we have both the expertise and desire to meet and exceed their expectations.”

Below for specific details for the new model’s key design features and additional resources:

Exterior:

• Signature Bentley cues such as matrix grill, round lamps, and strong power-line and haunch along each flank
• Turbine theme of the 23-inch alloy wheels which includes spokes reminiscent of the shape of turbine fan blades
• Rear lights inspired by the forms and details of fighter jet engines

Interior:

• Light, airy, contemporary cabin design with exquisite British “sporting” detailing such as handcrafted wood, leather and polished metal elements
• Panoramic glass panel roof design that is inspired by the roll cages of rally cars
• Luxurious and reversable silk wool floormats: one side finished in durable ribbed saddle leather
• One-piece wood veneer dashboard

Technology:

• Touchscreen and tailored interface technologies throughout the car
• 3D navigation flanked by two analogue reverse-read dials
• Rear seat business mode with fold-down keyboard and internet connectivity via an iPad or tablet, powered footrest and infotainment movie screen
• Cooled compartment for champagne and glasses under rear armrest
• Two-piece tailgate that may be used as a viewing bench or picnic table

2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe

The new 2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe is the ultimate driver’s car. This 2012 luxury car line from Jaguar is impressive and the new Jaguar XKR-S is not only the fastest Jaguar ever, but also the most agile and responsive.

The 2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe loaded with both power and luxury, the perfect blend for luxury motor enthusiasts.

The Jaguar XKR-S features 550hp from a massive but efficient 5.0L Supercharged V8, and 502 ft-lb of torque to throw you into the driver’s seat.

“Introducing the 2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe” –

The new Jaguar XKR-S Coupe was completely redesigned, both the exterior and interior. Several upgrades include: Carbon Fiber splitter, CF rear diffuser and Leather Performance Seats – give it that exotic Jaguar look and feel.

The Jaguar C-X16 features a 3.0L Supercharged V6 with a performance boosting electric motor inspired by Formula One’s Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS).

Additional high-tech features include Smartphone Connectivity integrated into the cockpit’s touchscreen and the Intelligent Venting System that rapidly alters the cabin temperature based on the climate.

“Smooth is Fast: The Jaguar C-X16 Concept Hybrid”

330 LM GTO Ferrari – Dave Wendt

Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is now in its second decade and the luxury car show is among the top automotive events in the world.

The 2012 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will be held March 9-11 on the 10th and 18th fairways of The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island.

“The Amelia” is its commonly known, draws nearly 250 rare vehicles from car collections around the world to The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for a celebration of the automobile like no other.

The 330 GTOs were Ferrari’s in-house hot rods: prototype Grand Touring cars with four-liter V-12 engines instead of the GTO’s traditional 3-liter V-12. Just two were built; a cross between a pure prototype and a road going Grand Touring car.

Assigned to Ferrari Engineer and racer Mike Parkes and factory F1 and sports car ace Lorenzo Bandini, Jim Jaeger’s 4-liter GTO (#3765) appears as it did on June 23, 1962 when gridded seventh at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

In 1967 “3765” came to America. Jim Jaeger took possession of this prototype GTO in 1985 and began a historically fastidious restoration. Once he had obtained the car’s original 4-liter V-12 engine block, Jaeger returned the car to its original 1962 Le Mans livery. Today “3765” wears the number seven, just as it did 50 years ago at Le Mans on Saturday afternoon, June 23, 1962.

330 LM GTO Ferrari – Dave Wendt

Amelia founder and Chairman Bill Warner was quoted, “This is our ‘marquee car.’ It’s the car on our website and, with its deep and pronounced hood bulge, the most recognizable and voluptuous of the GTO breed.” Jaeger’s GTO is one of the first two four-liter GTOs built by the Ferrari factory.

For more information, visit http://www.ameliaconcours.org or call 904-636-0027.