The yacht lovers today are spoilt for choice when it comes to buying a superyacht. But for those who crave truly extraordinary capabilities when it comes to the tech-specs without harming the environment, the Columbus Sport 130' Hybrid from Palumbo Shipyards is definitely a must-have. The yacht is powered by twin electrical and diesel engines which ensure reduction in emissions as well as running costs. The bilge water separator extracts oil from sea water entering the vessel's engines.]]>
With increased maneuverability courtesy its superior engines, this super yacht promises a performance unlike no other. The vessel's designers aim to fuse superyacht chic with an eco-friendly design concept. The exterior of the sleek looking vessel is made of aluminum which has reduced the yacht’s weight and energy consumption. The top deck of the yacht is an open space perfect for dining, entertaining and of course, sun bathing.
With a maximum of four cabins aboard this luxury hybrid beauty can easily accommodate a party of eight. A sleek, high-tech beauty, it truly sets new standards for high-tech superyachts. Also the yacht has a cruising range of 5000 nautical miles, making it a dream boat for speedsters.
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Those who have always dreamt of an “out-of-this-world” kitchen, here is your chance. The Space Shuttle Cafe is up for grabs for any enthusiastic takers for a cool $150,000! The Space Shuttle Cafe is the only known DC3 Airplane licensed for street use in the world and is painted in the theme of NASA’S Space Shuttle. Giving young entrepreneurs and foodies a chance to dish-out some really far-out dishes and also the opportunity to try their hands at starting a flourishing business, the air craft café is truly an ingenious idea for the creative minds.]]>
The aircraft also has historic significance as it was reportedly built in 1944 and flew during World War II. It also flew as an airliner during the 50’s and 60’s and was also rumored to have been hijacked to Cuba during that time. Converted for street use in 1976, this aircraft is mounted on a GMC Bus frame and today beckons interested buyers who would like to call it their own. The vehicle can be driven or hauled in the U.S.
Monaco played host to one of the most amazing auction of Ferrari cars, both vintage and new, held over the last weekend by RM Auctions. One can only imagine the excitement and war of bids that could have ensued among Ferrari enthusiasts and collectors. The most expensive item was a 1957 Ferrari 625 TRC Spider, which sold for just under €5,040,000 ($6.5 million)! The car is one of only two ever built by Ferrari and flaunts the chassis number 0680 MDTR and is powered by a 320-horsepower V-12. The car also came with all original documents to prove its authenticity.
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The car was originally purchased new by famed racing driver and pioneering American Ferrari importer John von Neumann and has enjoyed single ownership in California for over 30 years. Chassis 0680 MDTR is highly documented with complete history from new. It is the ninth of only 19 TRCs of all kinds built by Ferrari in total for 1957, including the Type 500 cars. A must have for collectors; this one is truly a class apart.
Project Canvas shoes were customized by renowned celebrities, artists and brands including designs by Mariah Carey with Crystal Icing. Of the lot that was offered for bidding, the Audemars Pieguet for Project Canvas shoe was picked by Mariah's husband Nick Cannon for $21,000. Mariah Carey designed sneakers in collaboration with Crystal Icing which sold for $2,000 making it the highest standalone shoes to be bid on. Project C.A.N.V.A.S. stands for CAN Visually Achieve Success, which promotes individuality and personality]]>
Some of the other celebrities who created custom designs for the charity included Swizz Beatz, Cee Lo Green,Kris Markovich, Lee Quinones and Stevie Williams.
The Tempus version stands apart without a wine storage and accommodates a double-sided carousel for 27 Time Mover and bar. It comes with additional storage for watches and jewelery in drawers. This version features satellites with additional 12 Time Mover, humidor, bar and pen display.
It’s funny how assets from yesteryears pop up all of a sudden, breaking estimates and stunning all of us. A saucy photo of pop singer Madonna from 1990’s in beach blond hair and dark eye-make up went on sale at Bonhams at a price three times the estimate. The sultry photo in grey and silvery tone was taken by fashion photographer Steven Meisel, when Madonna was about 31 during her Blond Ambition tour. The provocative image was one among many photographs for which Madonna had posed at the time.]]>
The picture that flaunts her bare breasts and just about covers her modesty, has the star posing with a cigarette and pouting her lips. The photo fetched £14,761 ($23,750), a price three times higher than Bonham’s £5,000 estimate.
Audi is all set to debut their prototype Wörthersee e-bike next week at Wörthersee in Carinthia, Austria. The event will be marked by trial biker Julien Dupont and downhill specialist Petra Bernhard will demonstrate their stunts and street bike skills. Adding style to bikes, Audi hopes to convert quite a few of its four wheel drive fans into considering a two wheel eco-friendly drive, at least for shorter distances. The high-performance electric bike from the German automakers features “the Audi core competences of design, ultra, e-tron and connect” stated Audi’s Head of Design Wolfgang Egger. ]]>
Weighing 24 pounds this lightweight bike boasts of a compact carbon fiber-reinforced polymer frame with a low center of gravity for agility. The 26” wheels also have the same carbon fiber make and feature an innovative “Audi ultra blade” design with broad flat spokes for an optimized transmission of pedal power. The cycle offers the cyclist five cycling modes that can be set using the touchscreen on the e-bike. If you select the Pure” mode, the drive power is purely the product of the your legs, while in “Pedelec” mode you are supported by the electric motor that helps you reach speeds of up to 50 mph possible and gives you a range of 31-44 miles. If you select “eGrip”, then the bike runs solely on the electric motor and can reach a top speed of 31 mph.
