21 Things We Loved & Loathed About Porsche's $271,000 'Purist' Carrera T
21 Things We Loved & Loathed About Porsche's $271,000 'Purist' Carrera T

We’re slowly escaping our Winter here in Australia so what better time to take the new Porsche 911 Carrera T for a drive. Over seven days we drove the car in the rain, sun and overcast hues of Sydney. Sure we’re fans of the 911 but is this pure, no fuss version a good choice for an everyday drive? We dissect and see what’s what.

Let’s begin.

Quick Facts

Cost: AU$271,220
Transmission: 7 Speed Manual
0-100kmh: 4.5 seconds
Engine: 3.0 twin turbo 272kw (370hp)

1. The Porsche 911 is a revamped concept that is ‘made for drivers’, not posers (like me).

The head turning ‘Racing Yellow’ would not be our first choice of colour. The white model at the dealership was more to our liking.

2. It’s powered by the exact same 3.0 twin turbo 272kw (370hp) engine as the base model 911 Carrera.

3. The performance is just a fraction faster than the 911 Carrera, shaving just .01 off the 4.6 second 0-100 time.


Strangely people kept asking if it was a ‘turbo’. Sure, mate it’s a turbo. Twin turbo.

4. The T costs roughly 8% more than the base model Carrera which is an attractive offering for the enthusiasts. (Base model 911 Carrera pictured below).

5. The sweet 7-speed (yes, 7) manual transmission with short shifter reinforces the ‘driver’s car’ ethos, however for the posers you can get the T in PDK.


Took about 2 days to get used to driving manual again…

6. Sadly no wide bottom like you get on the 4S and Turbo models.


Wide enough tho, Kim.

7. Porsche keeps the old school turn key ignition…which does take some getting used to.


No school like the old school…

8. The exterior remains the same except for two tone mirrors, wheels and decals.

9. The T offers ‘titanium’ coloured wheels exclusively on this model.

10. Yes, the decals actually do make the car go faster.


Just kidding…

11. The Racing Yellow colour options turns heads. Mostly children and their fathers.


Mothers didn’t care too much.

12. Porsche have done away with the back seats in the T, so no more need to take children or incredibly short people on your daily drive.

13. The entertainment system is basic, actually non existent. Porsche have done away with the Porsche Entertainment System in the T.


Less is more – who needs navigation anyways.

14. Soundproofing in the T has been reduced so you feel like you’re in a race car when in sports mode.


It’s loud, and it rumbles and we loved it.

15. Speaking of Sports Mode, the turbo spool is immediately noticeable on take off and all of that visceral noise is fed back into the cabin for good times.

16. The door handle has been changed into a yellow fabric pull strap which is cute, but will get dirty in no time. Plus it’s a bit hard to use. Alcantara roof lining makes up for it though.

17. Yellow decorative accents in the seat’s upholstery and stitching are a beautiful touch.


The bright yellow 911 on the headrests are also great.

18. The exhaust pipe configuration is the same as the Carerra 4S, which is much better than the base Carrera.

19. Porsche Torque Vectoring is fitted as standard…this assists with braking on the rear wheels when you’re driving hard into corners.

20. Porsche have included auto rev-matching on downshifts which is great for linear power delivery but a tad ironic considering this is a driver’s car

21. Passenger car sickness rating was 7/10 – A touch higher than usual with the girlfriend. This was probably due to my poor driving in a manual.

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Ryan Gosling Just Ripped Up The Black Tie Rule Book & You'll Love It
Ryan Gosling Just Ripped Up The Black Tie Rule Book & You'll Love It

We don’t see Ryan Gosling too often but when we do, it’s usually worth the wait.

Ryan once again ripped up the style rule book while walking the red carpet ahead of the opening ceremony and the ‘First Man’ screening during the 75th Venice Film Festival at Sala Grande in Venice, Italy.

Opting for a custom made Gucci white dinner jacket and white shirt (which is commonly a more formal option), Ryan decided to ditch the bow tie. Yes, he ditched the bow tie. Most of us would never do this, but when you’re Ryan Gosling and it’s your movie premier, you can do whatever you want. His look was paired with classic black patent leather shoes and black trousers.

So you ask, is it ever okay to ditch the bowtie when the dress code is black tie? In theory, no it isn’t, however if your dinner jacket and trouser combo is killer then you could get away with it.

We suggest trying this look at your next ‘no so formal’ black tie event.

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Memes Are Breaking Down The Stigma Around Mental Illness
Memes Are Breaking Down The Stigma Around Mental Illness

Memes that inspire existential dread may seem depressing. But their devastating honesty is actually breaking down the taboos around talking about mental health, and helping people struggling with anxiety, depression and social isolation realise: they are not alone.

Headspace, Australia’s National Youth Foundation Centre, found that approaching mental health in a “non clinical” way, “Like finding a meme that captures your feelings and worries into a funny image,” is breaking down the stigma attached to talking about mental health issues, particularly among millennials. A far cry from the patronising stereotype that “dank” memes are a malevolent force that could damage our fragile mental states, dealing with these issues half-tongue-in-cheek actually makes them easier to handle.

“Two things make it easier to speak about difficult subjects: humour and distance — qualities that memes naturally provide,” (Headspace).

They may even be better than “health influencers” whose phoney inspirational quotes only make us feel worse about not being happy and shiny 24/7. In fact, Brock Bastian, an Australian psychologist, reckons stigma around negative emotions is one of the main causes of depression, and if people could just come to terms with the fact that it’s completely normal to feel down every now and again (as memes help us to realise), we would all be, on balance, happier.

This idea was really brought home in the Headspace investigation, when one volunteer revealed, “Making memes allowed me to discuss my experience with mental illness or the effects of trauma or even just the ugly parts of life and myself that I don’t usually display in a way where I wasn’t as scared that I would come off as too ‘intense’ or ‘heavy’…”

“The idea is that when people find themselves in a context where happiness is highly valued, it sets up a sense of pressure that they should feel that way,” Bastian told Quartz. So when we experience failure, we “ruminate about why (we) are not feeling the way (we) think (we) should be feeling,” further worsening our state of mind. Which is why it’s better to look reality (and memes) straight in the face.

I’m done with this shit.

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The Best Exercise To Stimulate Your Brain Has Been Found
The Best Exercise To Stimulate Your Brain Has Been Found

When your new year’s resolutions fitness goals start to slip, science has some much-needed motivation to stick with your running resolution.

Two recent studies suggest that cardio doesn’t just do your body good – it also delivers serious boosts to your brain.

The first study, published in The Journal of Physiology, researched the effects of sustained running exercise (as well as HIIT and resistance training) on the brains of adult male rats. Those who got regular aerobic exercise by running on a wheel exhibited the most significant brain-cell growth.

Rats who were prodded to sprint, simulating high-intensity interval training, showed second-most brain-cell growth. Those who climbed with their tails weighted to mimic weightlifting and those who did no exercise whatsoever did not grow any new brain cells by the conclusion of the experiment.

So, for starters, cardio could set you on the path to that rocket science degree you’ve always wanted. Or, at least, help make up for all the brain cells you’ve decimated during weekend binges.

The second study, due to be published in Preventive Medicine next month, found a strong link between cardio and depression. Felipe B. Schuch of Centro Universitário La Salle used three other studies to assess the fitness levels of over one million participants. His research found that low cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with a 75 percent higher risk of depression. Individuals with medium fitness levels have a 23 percent higher risk.

“The idea here was to evaluate whether an objective measure of physical fitness would be associated with depression in the future,” Schuch told PsyPost. “Clearly, fitness can be improved by physical activity practice, therefore increasing physical activity should be targeted as a strategy to prevent depression.”

These results reinforce another study from earlier this year, which found that combining meditation and aerobic exercise is also effective in reducing symptoms of major depressive disorder.

If you’re still not convinced to lace up and hit the pavement, consider this: cardio can heal a (literally) broken heart.

Now why not slip into your favourite trainers and hit one of the world’s best running trails? Your body and brain will thank you.

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Carb-Backloading Is A New Diet That Could Help You Shred Whilst Indulging
Carb-Backloading Is A New Diet That Could Help You Shred Whilst Indulging

By now the Atkins, Paleo, Keto and maybe even the “raw til 4” diets are old news. The common theme?

You restrict your carbohydrate intake, teach your body to run off its fat reserves, lose a bunch of weight and end up as ripped as the shredded beef tacos you eat on your Friday cheat day. But now there’s a new game in town – carb-backloading – which promises to deliver all the benefits of a low-carb diet, while still letting you eat pizza and pasta.

How does it work? Basically you stick to a strict regimen of healthy protein and fats (think chicken breast, olive oil etc.) throughout the day, and then let your carb cravings loose once the clock strikes 6pm (or whenever it is you have dinner). Like Cinderella but fatter.

Otherwise known as the “circadian rhythm diet”, carb-backloading has been hashtagged more than 48,585 times on Instagram, with a definite uptick in the last few months. Sure: it looks impressive, but the real question is – does it work?

Contrary to popular belief, eating carbohydrates at night time could be the ultimate life-hack—and the key to shedding unwanted kilos – if carb “backloaders” are to be believed. According to them, the idea is that you should only eat carbs when your muscles are likely to store them as sugar, which is late in the day after exercise, as opposed to early in the morning (when the body stores them as fat).

This means that you follow a standard keto diet (a regime which causes the body to burn fat reserves for energy) during the day, then (unlike its religious advocates) let it go by night. The theory of carb-backloading, whilst in need of further research, sounds promising. However scientists have pointed out most people’s implementation leaves a lot to be desired, which is why it is often perceived as a “fad”.

This is hardly a surprise: across Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook, users regularly post their carb-heavy dinners and evening snacks they like to indulge in, justifying their cheesy fries, heart-attack burgers and chocolate ice-cream as ‘backload’. Fried chicken by any other name, etc.

People who stick to a reasonable carb-intake (i.e. who got their evening carbs from healthy sources) report the diet to be a success, claiming it has helped them avoid insulin spikes throughout the day, the dreaded afternoon slump, reduced their bloating, and improved their sleep—all while enabling them to maintain their social lives—something which 24/7 low carb dieters struggle with (due to pizza, pasta, beer etc. being ingrained in many of our social interactions).

Of course true Keto advocates argue carb-backloaders are undoing each day’s good work, and taking themselves out of ketosis, the process by which the body runs itself on fat rather than carbs and sugar. Carb-backloaders see their diet as a healthy compromise, which replenishes muscle glycogen stores—which is harder to do on a 100% Keto diet.

Carb Backloading for Fat Loss by @baumbodies – One of the worst parts about dieting for fat loss is the feeling of deprivation. That feeling like you can’t eat as much or enjoy your favorite foods. The beauty of carb backloading is that it allows you to eat a high carb meal and also feel full while still eating in a caloric deficit. – Backloading is essentially just eating progressively more calories at each meal throughout the day. It matches up well with our body’s daily stores of willpower too. It’s pretty easy to say no to a box of cookies in the morning, but by 9PM that’s a different story. – Limiting carbs during the day will also keep you sharp mentally and help you avoid the 2PM post lunch crash. Then when you eat your feast at night you’ll be nice and full. The carbs will trigger a big release of serotonin, which will help you drift off into a nice deep sleep. – Here’s a sample day for someone eating about 2200 calories to lose fat. BREAKFAST -3 egg omelette -Protein shake LUNCH -Salad w/ chicken -Fruit DINNER -Steak -Sautéed veggies -Mound of potatoes – – – – – #carbcycling #carbbackloading #carbsafterdark #fatlosshelp #fatlosstips #weightloss #fitnessfood #fitnessfreaks #ketoweightloss

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For those that want to try it, we recommend healthy carbs like whole grains, pasta and rice, lentils, quinoa and sweet potato (with the occasional ice-cream thrown in for good measure). Another handy tip is to vary your carb-intake depending on your exercise routine: the less you exercise in a day the more important it is to limit your carb intake, and vice versa.

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Unmistakeable Signs You're Ready To Take The Plunge & Work For Yourself
Unmistakeable Signs You're Ready To Take The Plunge & Work For Yourself

We all fantasise about being our own boss—smelling the roses in the morning, settling down to an 11am brunch for one, then casually flicking open the Macbook around 1pm. You do a solid hour of work, wolf down an UberEats, then smash out a late arvo siesta. Before you know it you’re sipping whisky, casually discerning who you’d like to grace with your services, as waves of enamoured clients pour into your inbox.

Unfortunately, that’s not how entrepreneurship works. Put simply: there’s just not room for everyone in the gig economy. So we spoke to the Lonely Hunter  (aka Richard Johnston) an ex plumber who just set up his own photography business—and recently won the Canon Light Awards—to get a telescopic (lens) view into what it’s really like to trade your day job for a hobby.

These are the symptoms you need to exhibit before saying adios to your 9-5.

You’ve Proven Your Dedication

Everyone knows the importance of picking a project you are passionate about as the basis for your start-up. But what people forget, is that as you monetise your hobby (whether that be woodchopping or forensic social-media stalking), it often becomes more about—brace yourself—making money and less about the ~purer~ aspects that made you fall in love with it. Although Richard has retained his excitement, he admits his approach to photography has changed since taking the full-time plunge.

“Starting out photography began as something I enjoyed doing in my spare time but as time passed I began to take it more and more seriously.”

You’ve Hit Milestones

“I guess there comes a point in any photographer’s journey when you start to wonder if there is value to your work and how it might stack up against others,” Richard said. “After doing some research on the different types of competitions out there, I felt that Canon’s Light Awards (the next one is in Brisbane from the 1st-2nd of September) was a great platform for me to get the type of feedback I was looking for.”

“It can be quite daunting putting your work out there for others to judge but in order to grow as a photographer it’s all part of the process.”

Having never entered a photography competition before, Richard said he, “Never could have anticipated actually winning.”

“I remember not being able to wipe the smile off my face.”

“Before entering I always wondered if I had what it took to pursue photography as a career, but winning the Canon Light Awards helped give me the confidence I needed to pursue photography full time—and I haven’t looked back since,” he said. It also gave him, he emphasised, “The opportunity to meet some incredibly talented people.. and has proved to be a stepping stone in my career.”

A sample of Richard’s work.

You Have Belief In Yourself

When it comes from a self-help guru it sounds lame. When it comes from a self-made entrepreneur, you’ve got to at least give the delusional American catchphrase some thought.

“I believe I still would have made the transition it just may have taken a little longer. The whole experience has definitely provided me with some opportunities that I otherwise wouldn’t have had.”

When we asked what would’ve happened if he hadn’t won the competition, Richard replied: “Winning the competition meant I was able to gain some useful insight into the lives of other professional photographers and gain an understanding for what it takes to get there. On the trip I was given the opportunity to get my hands on high-end equipment, which at that stage in my career I had never used before.”

And it wasn’t just equipment—on the trip Richard was also given, “Tips from Canon ‘masters’ regarding camera settings and customisations for different scenarios, which vastly improved (his) photography and taught (him) how to best tell a story through still imagery.”

You’ve Identified Your Weaknesses

If you are about to launch a business, knowing your limits is essential. For Richard, one challenge was, “Getting my head around the business side of photography.”

“You can go and take photos until the cows come home, but if you’re not marketing yourself correctly and running the business side of things efficiently then unfortunately people won’t know who you or your services are.”

It takes time and hard work, but the flip-side, he revealed, “Can be very rewarding when you start to succeed. I also love going to work now and that’s not a feeling I was normally used to when I was plumbing.”

You Like To Improvise

“I feel that there are so many different avenues that you can head down when it comes to a particular line of work,” Richard said. “It might not be exactly what you had in mind, but could be closely related and provide just as much fulfilment—if not more.”

“I think everyone should follow their dreams at some point!”

Part of the reason why Richard dedicated himself to photography, he told us, “Was because I didn’t want to look back in 10 or so years and think to myself: Why didn’t I give it a go? Even if it doesn’t work out in the long run, at least this way I’ll never have any regrets for not trying.”

You’re A Fighter

“How do you know if you have what it takes? I feel that question comes down to the amount of determination you have to succeed. If you want it badly enough then one way or another you will find a way to make it happen.”

Having said that, Richard suggested aspiring entrepreneurs, “Keep the security of (their) main job and work (their) dream job on the side in (their) own hours until it starts to get some traction. “Only you will know when the time is right to let the main job go,” he added.

You’re Willing To Learn New Skills

“At the start of my journey I didn’t realise just how important it was to have a good network of people around me—and quickly realised that those people who you have good connections with can play a huge role in the success of your business,” Richard explained.

Another area he had to improve quickly in, he told us, was time management. “I often find myself needing to do two or three different tasks at the exact same time, which is why you need to be able to work as efficiently as possible in order to get the most out of each and every day.”

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How To Travel With Friends & Not End Up Killing Each Other
How To Travel With Friends & Not End Up Killing Each Other

Arthur is a nervous flyer. Barney gets car sick. Calvin is a picky eater. Danny’s a control freak. Ed is a cheapskate. Fabio can’t keep his face out of his phone for longer than 5 minutes, and Gus has been MIA since you arrived. You’re barely a day into your trip and already you need a vacation from your vacation. Maybe Contiki would have been a better idea after all…

As Mark Twain said, “There ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them.” A holiday with your mates could be an epic experience full of once-in-a-lifetime memories — or an expensive death match of awkwardness, animosity, and subtweeted bitching.

Yet despite the obvious risks, get enough beers in and it’s almost inevitable that someone will suggest getting the band back together for the brocation to end all brocations. Before embarking on an adventure with your entourage, here’s what you need to know to keep your sanity and friendships intact.

Choose Companions Wisely

Keep the wrong company and your group holiday is over before it begins. Every candidate must be evaluated based not only on how well they get along with you, but also on how well they’ll mesh with the rest of the crew. Aim to assemble a squad with similar – or at least complementary – interests, energy levels, travel experience, budgets, habits, communication styles, and social skills. If you love late mornings and lounging by the pool, you may not want to travel with your survivalist backpacker buddy. Also beware of: High-Maintenance Henry, Penny-Pinching Pete, Sloppy Drunk Dennis, and Socially Awkward Ivan.

Set Clear Expectations

Once you’ve assembled the Avengers, make sure everyone is on the same page about the basics. Just because you all want to go to Thailand doesn’t mean you want the same thing out of it. There’s conflict ahead if one person is thinking beaches, another is into temples, and a third is all about the Full Moon Party. Likewise, battles are brewing if one person expects 5-star stays and another only has a hostel budget. Have everyone consider their goals, expectations, and travel styles before booking anything, and construct a rough itinerary everyone can agree on prior to take-off.

Plan A Path

Unless you’re travelling as part of a packaged tour, expect to waste time discussing what to do. You will lose precious minutes debating the merits of subways vs taxis and tourist highlights vs local hotspots. Minimise those moments by compiling a plan that eliminates the need for any major decision-making on the fly. Give everyone an opportunity to contribute. Then arrange an itinerary by including as many requests as possible, merging similar or conveniently-located activities, and trying some things that are completely new to everyone.

Make Organising Easy

You’re on the same page in theory, now make it literal. Organise the details of your adventure in a way that is accessible and understandable to all parties involved. Use Google Docs and spreadsheets to share itineraries, budgets, phone numbers, packing lists, etc. Create a shared calendar to schedule activities. Use a private Facebook group or event to centralise all communications. Download an app like TripIt to put all your travel plans in one place.

Money Talks (Have Them)

Money makes the world go around, but when you’re going around the world, it can be a serious source of contention. Talk travel expenses upfront as it could be a deal-breaker for some people, and the most sensitive subjects are best tackled before take-off. Creating a trip fund to bankroll shared expenses works well for some groups, while others prefer to pay for all expenses individually. And that’s only two of many, many permutations of a viable group travel financial plan. Your mileage may vary, but these things are certain: it’s not worth it to fixate on a few dollars here and there, and the only answer that’s actually wrong is “Eh, we’ll figure it out later.”

Pro tip: if your crew is big enough, look for group discounts on activities and attractions. A travel planning service may be best equipped to help you and your roving horde take advantage of your group status.

Divide And Conquer

Play to your strengths. Assign each group member a role based on their interests and skills. Make the most fair and decisive person the group leader. Make the Bourdain wannabe the trip cook. Put the obsessive organiser in charge of research and scheduling. Other members could be the resident photographer, driver, bookkeeper, language expert, weather tracker, accommodations finder, or GPS navigator. No one likes a control freak, and relying on one person to do all the planning and booking is a surefire way to build resentment in your relationships.

Be A Conscientious Packer

The key word here is “light.” Don’t be the asshole hauling around half his possessions, holding the group up at baggage claim and pitching a fit every time you encounter an unexpected staircase. Pack what’s necessary so as not to be a drain on everyone else’s resources and leave the rest at home. Decide ahead of time whether you’ll all be checking bags or strictly using carry-ons, and for certain gear that can be shared, create a collaborative packing list to avoid carting around duplicates you don’t need.

Arrange Accommodating Accommodations

Be extremely thoughtful in your choice of lodgings. Are there enough bedrooms? What size are the beds? Who gets the master? Will the snorer have a roommate? Is there sufficient storage space? How many bathrooms are required to accommodate everyone’s morning shower? Shared living space can feel like a return to your college dorm glory days or a prison sentence with no parole. Chat ahead of time about what’s most important to the group: saving cash by bunking up, or splashing out to have more space.

Go With The Flow

Practice patience, communication, and compromise. Know that you will not see or do everything on your list (for that matter, neither will your friends). Some days you may pay more than your fair share for dinner. Some days you may be late because someone needed a bathroom break. Some days you may have to take the middle seat or the bottom bunk. Make peace with it. Remember that in exchange for a little give-and-take, you get to share an incredible experience with your favourite people on the planet.

Communicate

Sometimes the flow just isn’t flowing. When that happens, speak up before the issue has a chance to fester and intensify. There is such thing as being too laid-back if it means burgeoning resentment. You cannot ignore anything into submission. Deal with problems as they arise, before too much tension builds and someone throws a punch.

Take A Break

Too much togetherness is a recipe for catastrophe. The easiest way to travel harmoniously is to part company for a bit, giving individuals time to recharge and explore interests the group doesn’t share. Make free hours part of your plan, perhaps even scheduling an entire day or two to be spent separately. Someone may come back with your next great group adventure.

Don’t:

Be overly ambitious. Forget to plan downtime. Make any decisions while tired, hungry, or stressed. Spend too much time glued to a screen. Get judgemental when the pressures of travel bring out the weirdest and worst in your pals. Maim anyone out of frustration.

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John Legend Is Bringing Back Sheen & Making It Look Damn Fine
John Legend Is Bringing Back Sheen & Making It Look Damn Fine

It wasn’t too long ago that shiny clothes were frowned upon in the men’s wardrobe. With questionable connotations to the overzealous fashion scene of the 70s and early 80s, it was a look usually reserved for rock stars, celebrities and their adjoining groupies.

Not anymore. John Legend became part of the new crop of men who are now embracing sheen as a staple colour in their wardrobes – and there are no rules. From bomber jackets to tuxedos, the shiny finish is now making its way into a range of the most popular menswear pieces.

RELATED: Cool Ways Men Can Use Colour To Elevate Their Style Game

More specifically, these pieces can effortlessly take a man from a formal cocktail event through to after work drinks with friends.

Don’t believe us? Hit the gallery to see how some of today’s best dressed men like Donald Glover, David Beckham and Henry Golding are scrubbing up in a battle of the shine.

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$48 Million Ferrari Becomes The Most Expensive Car Ever Sold At Auction
$48 Million Ferrari Becomes The Most Expensive Car Ever Sold At Auction

So how’s your annual salary looking? If it’s anything short of US$48 million then we’re sorry to say that you cannot buy this unicorn known as the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.

The legendary vehicle went under the hammer at Pebble Beach over the weekend via RM Sotheby’s in Monterey and conveniently managed to take the title for the most expensive car ever sold at an auction.

For the uninitiated, the question is…why?

The car itself is only 1 or 36 GTO models ever built but adding to that weight is the fact that this is 1 of 4 GTOs that has seen an upgrade by the period-correct Scaglietti – the Italian automobile design and coachbuilding company that was active in the 1950s.

Beyond that the car has seen a winning pedigree throughout its glamorous racing career. Edoardo Lualdi-Gabardi drove it to victory in the 1962 Italian GT Championship. This followed on with a slew of victories which included over 15 class and overall wins during the 1962 – 1965 seasons.

Under the skin of the car resides a 3.0-litre V12 tucked low in the chassis, a formula which paved the way for the future of the Italian carmaker. The body has also been designed by Pininfarina which showcases a wider and shorter vehicle complete with raked windscreen and improved aerodynamics.

Whilst the lucky buyer hasn’t been revealed, the car’s seller was Greg Whitten, a Microsoft employee from the early days who hit it big during the dot com boom.

You can find out more on chassis 3413 in the promo video below.

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