Vintage

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It seems that Kim Kardashian has flown all the way to Tokyo in order to get her hands on the dazzling diamond and gemstone necklace from Chanel’s spring/summer 1995 collection, complete with interlocking Cs and tear-drop pearls, that features in Greta Gerwig’s record-breaking Barbie movie.
For those of us who have been following Kardashian’s growing jewelry collection, it comes as no surprise that she would want to acquire the statement piece so soon after the film came out. While all of fashion’s favorite It-girls collect vintage pieces nowadays, this savvy businesswoman (who memorably wore Marilyn Monroe’s glittering Jean Louis dress to the 2022 Met Gala) takes it to the next level, via an archive that would be fit for any museum.
Case in point: earlier this year, Kardashian was revealed to be the proud owner of Princess Diana’s Attallah Cross necklace, which the royal wore at a charity ball in London in 1984, after bidding $197,453 (around AED 725,253) for it at auction. “We are delighted that this piece has found a new lease of life within the hands of another globally famous name,” Kristian Spofforth, Sotheby’s London’s head of jewelry, said at the time.
Kim Kardashian recently bought the Chanel gemstone and diamond necklace from spring/summer 1995 that appears in the Barbie movie, along with a pink Chanel vanity case. Photo: Instagram.com/kimkardashian
Clearly drawn to important pieces in fashion history, Kardashian also bid $379,500 (around £300,000) for Jackie Kennedy’s Cartier Tank watch at a Christie’s auction in 2017. Engraved with “Stas to Jackie” on the back, the timepiece was gifted to the First Lady by her brother-in-law, Stanislaw “Stas” Radziwill. Kardashian later revealed that she wore the watch when she met former US president Donald Trump at the White House in 2019, telling Vogue: “It gave me some power: let’s get in there and get this done!”
Kardashian is also the proud owner of Jackie Kennedy’s Cartier Tank watch, which she paid $379,500 (around £300,000) for at auction. Photo: Bettmann

Kardashian’s penchant for auction hunting actually began more than a decade ago, when she spent $65,000 (£51,000) on three gold and jade bangles by Lorraine Schwartz, which previously belonged to her “idol” Elizabeth Taylor.
It seems that the love of collecting runs in the family, too, with Kardashian buying her daughter, North, a custom velvet jacket that was worn by Michael Jackson to Taylor’s 65th birthday (see the connections?) from Julien’s Auctions in 2019 for $65,625 (£52,000). She also bought a white fedora hat that Jackson wore in his “Smooth Criminal” music video for North, along with a pair of Elvis Presley’s rings for her brother Rob for $15,000 (£12,000) in 2020.
What will Kardashian acquire next? We’re betting on Carrie Bradshaw’s feathered bridal headpiece, which is going up for sale at Sotheby’s next month with a price tag of between $40,000 (£32,000) and $70,000 (£55,000).
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The city of London is home to beautiful art, rich history, and stunning landmarks. However, if sustainable shopping is one of your favorite pastimes, you’ll be delighted to learn that London is also rife with must-visit vintage stores, making it a haven for major vintage enthusiasts.
Whether you’re a native or a tourist, there’s an abundance of opportunities to shop vintage in the capital of England. One of my favorite spots is the famous Brick Lane Market. Located in East London, this iconic market is the city’s biggest vintage clothing spot, and remains a popular attraction for a reason. On any given day, the market is bustling with shoppers, while the mouthwatering smell of eclectic foods lures you to keep exploring.
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So, if you’re looking to spend a few pounds mindfully, keep scrolling to learn more about which vintage stops you need to add to your agenda the next time you’re in London.
Vintage Market
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After grabbing a bite to eat, I encourage you to make your way to the Vintage Market, where vintage experts from around the United Kingdom showcase their clothes. Here, you’ll discover a wide range of treasures, from vintage denim and unique accessories, to glamorous fur coats and colorful decor that span across decades (think 1920s, 1990s, and everything in between). When you shop here, you can expect to walk away with something that’s one-of-a-kind.
Old Spitalfield Market
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Looking for something to do on an ordinary Thursday? Made up of a community of traders, the Old Spitalfields Market is another can’t-miss spot, especially for its Thursday Antiques Market.
Whether you’re on the hunt for some Victorian screens, a 1930s steam trunk, or a vintage chaise lounge, you’ll likely find it here. And if you want more information on these antique pieces, the traders are happy to tell you everything you’d like to know. It’s a prime opportunity to build your knowledge and collection of antiques.
Hunky Dory Vintage
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Hunky Dory Vintage is another Brick Lane Market gem for sustainable shoppers. They carry a wide range of vintage clothing pieces, including band tees, cool jackets, and statement-worthy accessories that allow you to showcase your distinct sense of style. Bonus: the items are in excellent condition and are just waiting for you to give them new life!
Levisons Vintage Clothing
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Before you wrap up your shopping spree, don’t forget to stop by Levisions Vintage Clothing, also tucked away in the streets of East London. This hotspot handpicks rare vintage pieces and specializes in workwear, military clothing, and knitwear, making it a great location to diversify your wardrobe. They add new items to their stock on a weekly basis, providing plenty of opportunities for shoppers to find an absolute treasure.
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It’s no secret that fast fashion has overtaken the fashion industry over the last decade. With trends constantly changing, the demand for new, mainstream pieces has skyrocketed, resulting in record-breaking material production and waste that takes an irreversible toll on the environment and garment workers.
Fortunately, there’s been a widespread rise in ethical consciousness to combat mass production. Ethical consumers are looking for ways to sidestep the fast fashion phenomenon and opt for more sustainable alternatives. One of the many solutions? Vintage fashion.
Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of vintage fashion and how it can positively impact your closet, the industry, and the planet.

What is vintage fashion?
Vintage clothing refers to pieces that were manufactured multiple decades ago. Vintage garments are also known to feature premium quality to withstand many years.
How old should clothing be to be considered vintage?
Opinions often differ on vintage qualifications; however, anything made over 25 years ago is fair game. So, your velour tracksuits from the early 2000s still have a ways to go before you can deem them vintage!
A few benefits of vintage fashion 
It’s sustainable
One of the strongest benefits of investing in vintage clothing is its eco-friendly status. Recycling and reusing pre-loved pieces reduce carbon emissions and preserve water, energy, and other resources. Plus, it prevents more garments from winding up in landfills and reduces manual labor, where employees are subjected to unfair working conditions and minimal pay.
It allows a deeper engagement with history
Vintage clothing is an excellent way to honor history. Wearing these pieces enables you to feel more connected to the people of the past, granting you an opportunity to be a time traveler and weave your own stories.
The search for vintage clothing yields hundreds of fun finds, from a pair of ’70s sky-high platforms and an early 20th-century corset to ’30s high-waisted sailor pants and full-skirted tea dresses from the ’50s. You can pair these garments with more modern pieces in your collection, opening the door for endless styling possibilities that pay homage to other eras.

It ensures a unique style and improved quality
You don’t have to sacrifice style when shopping vintage. On the contrary, vintage pieces allow you to adopt a one-of-a-kind look, taking self-expression to a whole new level. Additionally, their quality is often far superior to today’s fast fashion, as they’re made to last.
Not to mention, vintage clothing is extremely rare, meaning your wardrobe will be unique and individual to you. With these pieces, you don’t have to worry about arriving somewhere in the same outfit as someone else!
If you’re considering hopping off the fast fashion bandwagon, investing in vintage pieces is a can’t-go-wrong alternative to practice fashion sustainability. Whether you’re buying pre-worn clothing or giving new vintage pieces a try, they’ll allow you to reduce your carbon footprint while making a unique statement nonetheless. So, give vintage pieces new life by adopting them to your own style — your closet and the environment will thank you for it!

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Vintage has continued to grow in popularity in 2022, both on the red carpets and on the pavements. While the obsession with ’90s Jean Paul Gaultier, Tom Ford-era Gucci and John Galliano’s Dior continues, the likes of Versace, Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel have also enjoyed major vintage moments over the past 12 months.
As we head into 2023, expect the vintage boom to continue, with a growing number of fashion houses now opening up their archives. Meanwhile, lesser-known designers will be increasingly sought after, as those who’ve caught the vintage bug look to explore different eras of fashion history.
Below, see what the experts predict will be the biggest vintage trends in 2023.

Everyday vintage
In 2022, we saw more celebrities incorporating vintage into their day-to-day wardrobe. And it’s a trend that’s set to continue in 2023, as buying second-hand becomes second nature to more and more people. “The trend for vintage at the big events is pretty well-established,” Cherie Balch, founder of Shrimpton Couture, tells Vogue. “I would like to see that now trickle down and become more a part of regular day dressing – for everyone.”
The Met Gala effect
With the theme of the 2023 Met Gala being Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty, the designer’s extensive archive, from Chanel and Fendi to Patou, is sure to enjoy a resurgence – and not just on the first Monday in May. “I can see people exploring more of Karl Lagerfeld’s work as we get closer to the Met Gala,” Brynn Jones, founder of Aralda Vintage, comments, adding that the designer’s time at Chloé is set to be particularly popular.
Lesser-known designers
It’s not just major brands that are enjoying a revival, lesser-known brands are also set to benefit from the vintage effect. “Some designers that I hope to see more of are Kansai Yamamoto, Isaac Mizrahi, Todd Oldham, Chantal Thomass and Loris Azzaro,” Jones continues. “One of the dresses at the top of my bucket list is Todd Oldham’s rainbow dress from fall 1994. They’ve all made some extraordinary pieces: Yamamoto designed for David Bowie and Azzaro for Tina Turner. When you’re able to discover any of their rarer pieces, it’s thrilling.”
Naked dresses with history
The naked dress trend isn’t going anywhere, so it’s no surprise that sheer dresses are becoming increasingly popular in the vintage space as well. “Tish Weinstock, one of my clients, wore a spectacular and rare fall 2009 John Galliano as one of her wedding dresses,” Balch says. “She wore it true to the runway version with no lining underneath and I was flooded for requests for its twin or dresses like this.”
Nineties minimalism
While ’90s and ’00s pieces will remain popular, there’s likely to be a move towards more minimalistic styles going forward. “I think blingy Y2K style is phasing out as we’re moving towards a more minimalist, clean era of the late ’90s and early ’00s,” Natasha Fields, founder of NN Officiel, remarks.
Going beyond Y2K
Vintage from other eras will also be on the rise in 2023. “I think the smart stylist will look into different decades beyond just the ’90s,” Balch says. “I would love to see a ’50s revival in 2023,” Jones adds. “I love Givenchy, Dior and Balmain from that era. And the sculpted shoulders and dramatic collars of the ’80s.”
Fashion houses opening up their archives
As more brands reclaim ownership of their vintage pieces, from Gucci to Valentino, expect more fashion houses to open up their archives in 2023 (see Bella’s Versace moments at Cannes Film Festival for further evidence). “For quite a while most of the vintage we saw on the red carpet was coming from vintage dealers,” Jones comments. “But now, we are only going to see more and more rare pieces unearthed straight from the source – I can’t wait.”
Individual style
While certain designers will always be in high demand, the year ahead will see more people seeking vintage pieces that fit in with their own personal style. “I think in 2023, we will be moving into individualism more than ever before,” Fields concludes. “I love seeing people wear pieces in interesting and free ways. I’m seeing younger people going for a more sophisticated, bossy, chic look. Suiting, leather, thin-frame sunglasses and mules are all at the top of my list.”
Originally published on Vogue.co.uk
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Between Kim Kardashian’s Marilyn Monroe moment at the Met Gala and Kendall Jenner’s extensive Jean Paul Gaultier collection, it’s fair to say the Kardashian-Jenners have a keen eye for vintage. What you might not have noticed though is that Kylie Jenner, too, has been building her own impressive collection of archival fashion over the years.
Whether it’s a JPG set on the beach or a floral Dolce & Gabbana dress for sister Kourtney Kardashian’s Portofino wedding, the beauty mogul has made standout vintage pieces part of her everyday wardrobe. Over the summer, Kylie put her own twist on a rare Comme des Garçons top and skirt, adorned with 3D hands, from autumn/winter 2007. Most recently, she stepped out on the red carpet at the CFDA Awards in a one-shoulder Thierry Mugler gown dating back to autumn/winter 1999.
Below, see Kylie Jenner’s best vintage looks to date.
February 2021 
Kylie in a printed Versace cut-out top from spring/summer 2005
June 2021 
Wearing a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier conical bra dress from 1987 at the Parsons Awards in New York
May 2022 
Wearing a floral Dolce & Gabbana dress dating back to 1998 while in Portofino, Italy, for sister Kourtney’s wedding
August 2022 
In London wearing a hot-pink top and black skirt, featuring 3D hands, from Comme des Garçons’s autumn/winter 2007 collection
August 2022 
Wearing a vintage Thierry Mugler motorcycle jacket from spring/summer 1997 while out and about in London
November 2022
At the CFDA Awards in an archival Thierry Mugler dress from autumn/winter 1999
Originally published in Vogue.co.uk

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Amal Clooney has delivered a series of stand-out vintage moments over the years, and last night was no different. Joining husband George at the LA premiere of Ticket To Paradise, the human rights barrister opted for a red printed Alexander McQueen dress from spring/summer 2003 – adding another piece of fashion history to her vast collection.
The floaty dress, featuring a handkerchief hem (a trademark of the Noughties), is something of a departure from Clooney’s usual red carpet choices, which often include slinky slip dresses and glitzy ball gowns. Recently, the vintage obsessive opted for a beaded mint green dress from John Galliano, and has sourced archival looks from the likes of Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass.
Clooney’s go-to vintage dealer, Mon Vintage’s Marie Blanchet, previously attributed the vintage boom we’ve seen of late to the desire to make more meaningful purchases during the pandemic. “Vintage in this sense is a sustainable signifier,” she told Vogue. “The amazing thing now – and this is something I have been fighting for for years – is that vintage is a proper fashion proposition.”
Indeed, Clooney joins a series of high-profile stars in championing vintage on the red carpet, including the likes of Bella Hadid, Zendaya and Cardi B. Given her penchant for a party dress, we can’t wait to see what archival looks she brings out next.
Originally published on Vogue.co.uk
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Whether it’s a rare ’80s Jean Paul Gaultier piece or a ’90s Chanel coat in bubblegum pink, it’s no secret that Rihanna is a vintage obsessive. That certainly applies to her vast handbag collection, which is packed full of rare gems that only the keenest of eyes will have picked up on.
Case in point: the megastar stepped out with a Tom Ford-era Gucci bag from spring/summer 1996 earlier this month, which was sourced from archivist Lab2022 and covered in the designer’s iconic python print. It’s not the first time RiRi has sported Tom Ford’s Gucci designs either, with her ’90s velvet monogrammed bag being a wardrobe staple.
Rihanna with a Tom Ford-era Gucci bag slung over her shoulder in August 2022. Photo: Getty
Vintage Dior is another favorite. Rihanna has several of the French fashion house’s iconic saddle bags in her collection, including one in camo print that she sported with a maternity crop top earlier this year, as well as a Noughties tie-dye version. Rather than just sticking to classic styles in easy-to-match neutrals, the singer gravitates towards rare collectors’ items, such as the brand’s bowling bag, again in a camo print, dating back to the early 2000s.
The same can be said for Rihanna’s growing assortment of vintage Fendi bags, too. In March, the beauty mogul added the brand’s rare Squirrel Spy bag in velvet to her collection, which also includes the iconic Croissant shape, sourced from Vintage By Misty. She’s also been spotted with a number of limited-edition Louis Vuitton bags, such as the LV X Stephen Sprouse Pochette bag, as well as the brand’s 1998 soccer ball-shaped purse created to commemorate the World Cup.
Rihanna carrying a Tom Ford-era velvet monogrammed bag dating back to the ’90s in July 2021. Photo: Getty
The megastar with a vintage Fendi Croissant bag in April 2021. Photo: Getty
Ensuring she’s got all bases covered, RiRi owns a number of vintage Chanel accessories too, including a tangerine terry-cloth camera bag dating to the ’90s, as well as a rare velvet quilted box bag that she was first spotted with back in 2012.

It just goes to show, you don’t have to stick to the classics to build an impressive vintage bag collection. Keep an eye out also for the rarer, collectable pieces that show off your knowledge of fashion history, and – like Rihanna – make you stand out from the pack.

At the UEFA Champions League in 2019 with her vintage Louis Vuitton soccer bag, first made to commemorate the 1998 World Cup. Photo: Getty

Pre-loved pieces emerge front and center on the red carpet, as stars bask in the unique spotlight of old-world glamour.
Marilyn Monroe in the bespoke Jean Louis dress Kim Kardashian would controversially borrow for the 2022 Met Gala
The 444 million-and-counting multi-platform viewers of this year’s Met Gala gave a collective gasp when Kim Kardashian arrived on the red carpet in Marilyn Monroe’s Jean Louis crystal embroidered dress.
Originally worn by the blonde bombshell herself in 1962 at Madison Square Garden when she famously serenaded President Kennedy with a very sultry rendition of Happy Birthday, Monroe had been sewn into the bespoke piece that night to achieve a seamless fit. Purchased by pop culture archivists Ripley’s Believe It or Not! for US$4.8 million in 2016 — making it the most expensive dress in the world — this very fabric of history is usually kept in a temperature and light-controlled vault in their Orlando museum and gallery. All of which contributed to making Kardashian’s modern ‘Mr President’ moment such a polarizing affair for the Internet, with many questioning why the delicate dress, made from sheer and flesh-colored marquisette fabric and set with 2,500 rhinestones, had been taken out of the archives. Dubai-based Joe Challita, couturier and fashion history enthusiast weighed in, stating, “Kim Kardashian acquiring Marilyn’s dress for the Met Gala, in my opinion, was not a move for sustainability but a move to acquire its iconic status. That dress had its moment through Marilyn. It has already been in the limelight, and it is still etched in our memories today.” Increasingly, vintage dresses are appearing more and more on the red carpet, but the motives behind the trend appear less grounded in sustainability than an opportunity to achieve an away-from-the-pack look that’s very modernity is entrenched in the past.
A vintage Dior dress Bella Hadid paid homage to at the Prince’s Trust Gala 2022
Dani Levi, Kardashian’s fashion stylist, expresses that her reasons for sourcing vintage are related to creative freedom, declaring, “A circular fashion system allows for more possibilities to express what I want to say without being bounded. I don’t want to be limited by what designers or trend forecasters think is relevant this season. I feel we stylists are artists and should be more original by letting our personal vibes, environment, and likes play a part in our aesthetic and work. Archive fashion gives us endless ideas.” Kardashian has been donning vintage since 2016, from Thierry Mugler to Vivienne Westwood, each piece delivering new iconic moments in fashion, creating conversations around the importance of historical couture.
Zendaya wears vintage Balmain at this year’s NAACP Image Awards
The idea that vintage frees women from the constraints of trends is also expressed by Bella Hadid. The Palestinian-Dutch model made an old-glamor statement on the red carpet when she wore a 1950s Dior gown to the Prince’s Trust Gala in New York, in April. It did not end there. The Cannes Festival red carpet saw her wearing not one, but two Versace gowns plucked from the maison’s archives — confirming her position as a vanguard for the vintage trend. Law Roach styled Hadid’s striking looks and is a huge supporter of vintage couture. He recently commented on actress Zendaya’s Bob Mackie moment, “Vintage and archival dressing isn’t a trend for me, it’s what led me to this career and will always be my first option when possible.”
In the region, fashion purveyor Sheikha Dana Al Khalifa is vocal in her praise for vintage couture and jewelry, revealing, “Cherie Balch of Shrimpton Couture taught me a lot about vintage dressing, and I have bought a number of pieces from her in the past.” Balch is a vintage expert to the stars and has dressed the likes of Rhianna and Adut Akech in yesteryear’s Moschino and Christian Lacroix. “I think everything in fashion is cyclical, it could never be old if it was never new. Nothing really new is being created, everyone is looking back to create their designs. Women’s current fashion climate is setting the trends on the market for fast fashion to emulate and it is costing our environment. In the Middle East, women feel they are less-than if they wear vintage; you are seen as someone who can’t afford what is new and considered ‘in.’ Through the red carpet, a shift in this opinion is starting to be seen.” Al Khalifa confirms that heritage accessories, however, are much loved. “Vintage jewelry is a big deal in the Middle East. When anyone asks me what I am wearing, I always reply that it’s my mother’s from the Eighties. I love the fact that these pieces have a story.”
Audrey Hepburn wears the Tiffany Diamond in 1961, which Lady Gaga, in Alexander McQueen, wore to collect her 2019 Oscar for Best Original Song
Looking back on the trade of garments, during the Renaissance, it was common for servants to sell their masters’ old clothing to peasants in nearby villages. Fast forward to today, when did vintage fashion become trendworthy? In an article written for Smithsonian Magazine by Professor Jennifer Le Zotte, and in her book Goodwill to Grunge, the author marks the moment second-hand buying went from “suspicious to significant.” In the Fifties, when freethinkers took to the trend of wearing thrifted garments, it became desirable. An affront to capitalism, these groups were opting out of the bourgeoisie fashion scene, with the view that if you adopted the trend, you were special, unique, and different. The style adage goes that fashion recycles every 20 years, and stars are looking back, to appear forward-thinking. A lot like the grass roots of vintage, one can see a relation to how celebrities categorize themselves today when wearing exclusive, one-of-a-kind pieces. It is something of a rebellion against commercialized fashion and acts as a further differentiator for women seeking to separate themselves from the crowded huddle of designer trends.
Originally published in the July/August 2022 issue of Vogue Arabia
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In today’s edition of exceptional finds, a stunning circa 1960 Mercedes-Benz has just been listed for sale. And to sweeten the deal, a matching sky-blue trailer comes with the classic coupe.

Known as the Mercedes-Benz W128 220 SE Ponton, the model debuted in 1953 as the German marque’s second automotive design since the conclusion of WW2. It was also the carmaker’s first-ever monocoque, unitary body production model, andwas only produced for a decade. The two-door coupe is named after the German word for “pontoon” and boasts a bulbous style of bodywork that is accented by a nostalgic mid-century appearance. It also features a rare sunroof, Becker Grand Prix radio and an automatic antenna. German car dealer Mechatronik is selling the car and its pristine Austermann Type Knospe-K camping trailer for a cool $132,700.

The 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Ponton coupe. 

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Mad Man-style coupes like this surface frequently, however, it’s the trailer that makes this listing truly one-of-a-kind. Capable of accommodating up to eight guests, it’s one of only 1,300 units ever produced. The trailer is also one of the last remaining of this model, making it an extremely rare pick-up for collectors. Inside, you’ll find a steel sliding roof with a Webasto wind deflector, gorgeous brown-leather seats (which match the car’s upholstery) that recline and a 6.5 x 6.5-inch bed. The caravan expands to just over 7 inches in width and has a more compact 4.5 inches in width when folded close. It’s sold with a matching awning as well.

A look inside the car’s matching trailer. 

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The Mercedes Benz 220 SE Ponton itself features a 105 hp inline-six engine that is paired with a four-speed manual transmission. It’s known to reach a top speed of 99 mph and go 0-60 in 15 seconds. After all these years, this classic has only used up about 36,000 miles, leaving you lots more for travels and camping.
Both the car and its trailer have undergone extensive restorations from the ground-up, including refurbishment of their interiors and exteriors. Fans of the marque will recall that the Ponton series was phased out in favor of the more modern W110 and W11 models, but that makes it no less of a coveted steal today.
Its dealer, Mechatronik, launched in 1997 and is based in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is internationally recognized as a specialist for classic Mercedes-Benz models but also holds classic listings from other exotic marque’s such as Porsche, BMW, Ferrari and Lamborghini. To learn more about the Mercedes-Benz W128 220 SE Ponton sale, visit the company’s website.

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And… action! A blockbuster Ferrari previously owned by Hollywood royalty is ready to join your collection.

The Prancing Horse in question is a pristine 1971 Ferrari 365 GTS/4 Daytona that once belonged to the late, great filmmaker Sydney Pollack. The vintage four-wheeler, which has just been listed for private sale by RM Sotheby’s, represents the pinnacle of Italian engineering and comes with a dramatic backstory worthy of the big screen.

The model has a rare Argento Metallizzato exterior over a Nero interior. 

William Walker/ RM Sotheby’s

Named after the marque’s 1-2-3 podium finish at the 1967 Daytona 24 Hours, the Ferrari Daytona, officially designated the Ferrari 365 GTB/4, was first introduced at the Paris Auto Salon in 1968 to replace the 275 GTB/4 and give drivers even more power. The two-seat grand tourer was fitted with its predecessor’s classic Colombo V-12 that was further bored out to 4.4 liters and mated to a five-speed manual transmission. Complete with an equally aggressive shark-nosed body penned by Pininfarina’s Leonardo Fioravanti, the Daytona was an instant hit. As such, the automaker followed up with an open-top variant that it introduced at the Frankfurt International Auto Show in ‘69.

This particular Spider is one of only 121 that were produced by Scaglietti in the scant three-year production run between ‘71 and ‘73. It is also one of just 14 models to be finished in Argento Metallizzato paint over a Nero interior, which is a nice departure from the signature Rosso red. The rarity was first purchased by Ferrari enthusiast H.J. Hoff in ‘72, before it was acquired by Pollack three years later in ‘75. The acclaimed director, producer and actor, who had a prolific career spanning some 50 years, held onto the car for a couple of years while he was at the peak of showbiz.

The car has a Colombo V-12 that bored out to 4.4 liters and mated to a five-speed manual transmission. 

Robin Adams / RM Sotheby’s

In 1979, the Ferrari was purchased by Alberto Amezcua of Mexico City, who was later strong-armed into selling the car to the owner of a local pawn shop loosely connected to the Mexican president. The Daytona eventually resurfaced in the States in ‘83 and was rightfully returned to Amezcua, who kept the car for another decade. It changed hands a few more times before ending up with a caring collector in ‘99, who commissioned a show-quality restoration by Vantage Motor Works.
Today, the Daytona is presented in mint condition with its original paint scheme and a mere 40,150 miles on the dial. As for price, the car actually went under the gavel last weekend at RM Sotheby’s Arizona auction with a high estimate of $2.8 million, but didn’t land a buyer. You can contact the auction house directly to make an offer.

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