What: 2024 Porsche 718 Spyder RS Color: Paint to Sample Auratium Green(auratiumgrün; non-metallic Uni; 5712; Porsche) VIN: WP0CE2A84RK240054 Mileage: 3,494 miles Price: Call for Price CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Pompano Beach, FL Link: Champion Porsche
This Tailored Driver marks the second instance of Auratium Green to grace our pages, and frankly that’s a shame. This pale pastel green has all the makings of a future classic, yet it’s still as relevant on this 718 Spyder RS as it was on the 356 where it debuted. Inoffensive yet in-your-face, we think anyone who opts for Auratium will be quite pleased with the result.
What: 1994 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet Toscana Edition Color: Copper Metallic (camemetallic; metallic Uni; LK2V; Volkswagen) VIN: N/A Mileage: 85,060 km, 52,853 miles Price: € 19,999 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Remscheid, Germany Link: Auto Nord Remscheid
For the most part, Volkswagen doesn’t have an in-house tailor, but this German economy brand is rife with special editions, ranging from sticker pack mediocre to truly special. We’d weight the Golf Cabriolet Toscana special edition more on the truly special side of that spectrum.
What makes it so interesting? For starters, it was sold as a final runout of the so-called “Mk1 Cabriolet” built by Karmann. It’s a version and a color that North America never received, and with a March 1994 build date, this car was built after Volkswagen of America ceased importing Cabriolets.
The Toscana came in several distinctive paint colors – Bordeaux Red Pearl, Brilliant Black Metallic, Lieder (Lilac) Metallic, Pearl Grey Metallic and Came (Copper) Metallic you seen here on this example. The cars came with interior code #28, including height adjustable front sport seats trimmed in a set black sport cloth and fabric combination standard across all colors, MFA instrument cluster, leather-wrapped non-airbag steering wheel and shift boot, and Gamma stereo-cassette radio with cassette holder.
Each car would have had 15-inch Le Castellet alloy wheels, though this one shows what look like 15-inch BBS RA wheels that Volkswagen / Karmann had offered on other Cabriolet models but likely weren’t original to this car. We wouldn’t rule their originality out entirely though as this is a very late production car and it’s entirely possible Karmann was fitting whatever they still had in stock.
We note this car has an aftermarket stereo head unit, but is otherwise relatively pristine and reflecting its remarkably low mileage.
Special thanks to Cabby-Info.com for the very detailed index of information on the Toscana.
What: 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron Color: Believed to be Audi exclusive NATO Olive(NATO Olivegrün; non-Metallic UNI; L6H; Porsche) VIN: WA16CBGE5RB050760 Mileage: 5,221 miles Price: $82,995 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: Pictured Location: Palo Alto, CA Link: Audi Palo Alto
Now this is exciting! Audi’s Q8 e-tron is pretty rare, moving just under 6,000 units in 2024 when counting both standard and S variants. When was the last time you saw an SQ8 e-tron in the wild? Exactly. Beyond that, this particular SQ8 e-tron is finished in what we assume to be NATO Olive Green. Why assumed? Well, we’ve reached out to a number of Dealer and Corporate contacts, and can’t seem to get much in the way of a confirmation. Adding to the mystery is the CarFax- one owner, 5,211 miles, and claimed delivery in Virginia (no Dealer specified)n zero service history and now on offer at Audi Palo Alto. Why is this significant? For starters, Audi’s US has offices in Virginia, Michigan, and California, with California being home to both the Design center in Malibu, and their Innovation center, conveniently located just 10 short miles from Audi Palo Alto. Finally, Audi corporate employees can keep their car for roughly this amount of time before trading for the next. So is this an ex-executive Tailored Driver? Signs point to it being incredibly likely.
What: 2021 BMW M5 Competition Color: BMW Individual Nardo Grey(nardograu; non-Metallic UNI; P6K; BMW) VIN: WBS83CH01MCH50510 Mileage: 26,342 miles Price: $81,900 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: Pictured Location: Boston, MA Link: Boston Motorsport Maserati
The BMW M5 is an absolute bruiser, and this particular example finished in BMW Individual Nardo Grey certainly pulls no punches. More than 600 horsepower are available for whatever your heart desires, and the Executive Package’s ventilated seats ensure fatigue will be kept to a minimum as you commute to work, or attempt a new Cannonball record. In all it’s a sharp package that would be a great addition to any Tailored Driver’s fleet.
What: 2024 Aud S5 Sportback Prestige Color: Audi exclusive Nogaro Blue(nogaroblau; pearl effect UNI; Z5M; Audi) VIN: WAUB4CF51RA032073 Mileage: 13,303 miles Price: $67,000 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Audi Grapevine, Grapevine, TX Link: Audi Grapevine
With the B9 Audi range having ended production to make way for the B10-generation of A5, enthusiasts seeking a fine example of the outgoing model are left having to fend for what’s on the market. So, when we find a compelling car like the S5 Sportback and it’s painted an even more compelling color like Nogaro Blue, you have our attention.
This example also has Audi’s Prestige Package equipment level, plus the S Sport Package, Black Optic Plus Package, Navigation Package, Convenience Package and Audi Guard Protection Kit.
Red leather may be a polarizing choice to pair with Nogaro Blue, though we’d still argue it’s very attractive.
What: 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S Color: Porsche Paint to Sample Viola Metallic (violametallic; metallic Uni; L39G; Porsche) VIN: WP0AC2994VS375765 Mileage: 26,000 miles Price: Sealed Bid CarFax:Link Window Sticker: Link Location: Deerfield Beach, FL Link: RM Sotheby’s
As measured by its Viola Metallic paint, this Porsche 911 Turbo S delivered new to Brumos Porsche is one of just three U.S. market cars to get this color. Now pair it with its unique interior specification and it is believed to be one-of-one.
While the paint is self explanatory when viewing these incredible shots provided by RM Sotheby’s, the interior is worth lingering on for a bit more detail. Leather is special Rubicon Grey leather that, to our eye, looks quite lavender in these photos. Does that qualify this car as tone-on-tone purple-on-purple?
Even better, the interior doesn’t just stop at the unique hue of the leather. Porsche Exclusive extended leather abounds, including the heated and power-adjustable 993-era racing-style sport seats. Deviated stitching in Speed Yellow and Speed Yellow seat belts tie in the yellow of the brake calipers, not to mention pop as accents on a purple background given yellow and purple are color spectrum opposites.
Other interior equipment includes carbon fiber interior trim on the dashboard, door panels, door pulls, and Tequipment shift knob and emergency brake handle. Other equipment includes power sunroof, staggered light alloy wheels, Digital Sound Packag, embossed headrests and Litronic headlights.
What: 1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 2 Targa Color: Oak Green Metallic (oakgrünmetallic; metallic Uni; 22L / 265; Porsche) VIN: N/A Mileage: 97,006 km, 60,276 miles Price: € 129,900 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Sint-Martens-Latem, Belgium Link: Garage Vandenberghe
While the Porsche 911 964 generation was definitely sold in the United States, the last of the primarily hand built and upright headlight air-cooled 911s has become a rare and valuable commodity thanks to the likes of Singer and RWB conversions. Given that, seeking out cars in Europe can not only net more selection, it can also pay a bonus with rare specifications most American buyers weren’t likely to order. We think this green-on-green 1991 911 Carrera 2 Targa qualifies.
This Belgian-delivered Targa is painted Oak Green Metallic, listed as a Paint to Sample by the dealer. While we know Oak Green was available during the 964 production run at times, we’re not certain about its availability for the Belgian market in 1991 specifically. Regardless, it’s a rare and attractive color on a 964, and that’s made even more appealing and rare with the unexpected interior specification.
Primarily, the interior specification is most unforgettable thanks to its extremely rare Sherwood Green Leather – optional in Europe, but a rare find to be sure. Other options for this car include English labeling, headlight washers, standard bolster electrically operated seats for both driver and passenger, cassette and coin holder, power antenna and speakers, no amplifier, no airbag, lighting regulation, split rear seat backrest, and velours carpet in trunk.
You’ll note the same green finish on elements such as the no-airbag steering wheel and shiftknob. Here, in these high touchpoint locations, the green is starting to wear off. These pieces are unobtainium and the car is likely worth more with them still unrestored and in the car, but they’re worth noting.
The price on this car isn’t especially low for a 964 Targa, but the mileage is also quite low and the specification is highly unique.
What: 2025 Audi SQ7 Prestige Color: Audi exclusive Nogaro Blue(nogaroblau; pearl effect UNI; Z5M; Audi) VIN: WA1VWBF78SD021902 Mileage: Delivery Price: $118,165, currently with National Customer Credit so $115,165 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Audi Grapevine, Grapevine, TX Link: Audi Grapevine
Finding a sought-after Audi exclusive build in new car inventory is a bit of a Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt for big kids. Such is the case for this new car inventory Audi SQ7 fully loaded and in an excellent spec with Prestige equipment level, Night Vision Assistant and Trailer Hitch packages. Even better, it’s got Audi exclusive Nogaro Blue paint that is iconic in the eyes of Audi aficionados having been originally popularized on the Audi RS2 Avant. Given the tall wagon-like nature of the SQ7, we think it’s a good fit.
Inside, whomever ordered this specified it with Arras Red leather. Frankly, we’re surprised they didn’t go with black leather in order to appeal to all the people who would love and can’t find an Audi RS 6 RS Tribute Limited Edition. Red is an acquired taste on a car like this, undoubtedly handsome and yet polarizing.
Whatever the case, this is a very compelling car. Somebody should grab it before it’s gone.
What: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL 5.0 AMG “Blueberry” Color: : Lapis Blue Metallic (lapisblau; metallic Uni; DB-932; Mercedes-Benz) VIN: WDB1260371A077462 Mileage: 114,294 miles Price Estimate: $150,000 to $200,000 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Deerfield Beach, FL Link: RM Sotheby’s
Vintage Mercedes-Benz AMG’s built long before Mercedes’ own buyout of the firm tend to command a premium by collectors in the know. That statement is true for any pre-buyout AMG, but even amongst those, this Lapis Blue 500 SEL known as “Blueberry” is special.
You see, it was the personal car of AMG North America founder and CEO Richard Buxbaum. Augmentation to the car was done in period under the personal supervision of Hans Werner Aufrecht as a Christmas gift to Richard and his wife Robin back in 1984.
Inside, the car gets extended Orion Grey leather upholstery with custom door cards completed by Gemballa.
The car was driven plenty in period and has logged miles to show for it. That said, it’s also got $120,000 in receipts for mechanical and cosmetic restoration since October 2022.
Obviously this car has a very unique and historic backstory. RM Sotheby’s goes above and beyond to tell that story in detail, so we highly recommend clicking through and digging in. Beyond that, their lot listing includes historic photos, documents, build list, etc. Make sure to check it out.
What: 2015 McLaren P1 Color: Unknown Matte Green VIN: SBM12ABB8FW000022 Mileage: 130 km, 81 miles from new Price at Time of this Writing: Sealed Bid CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Auction Listing:RM Sotheby’s
Okay, this is both not a North American spec car nor is it old enough for easy import. It’s so special though, we’re making an exception. We figure the motivated owner who can afford it likely isn’t terribly worried about importation and road registration in the U.S. or Canada. At least, that was the excuse we’re telling ourselves to add this car to our blog.
The P1 was McLaren’s first hypercar since the legendary F1. In its time, it teed up against the likes of the Porsche 918 Spyder and Ferrari LaFerrari. 375 cars were built, making it more exclusive than either the Porsche or the Ferrari.
The car you see here was delivered new to Qatar, and is painted a non-specified shade of “Matte Green”. It’s one of “only a handful” to boast matte paintwork according to RM. And while that exterior is a bit subdued military spec, the interior is decidedly more rowdy in McLaren Orange. The orange continues to the P1 graphics and McLaren badges front and rear that are typically painted in red. Also orange are the brake calipers, wheel caps, tops of the rear spoiler, hydraulic rams, top of the engine and side skirts just aft the front wheels.
Beyond the seats, McLaren Orange accents continue through the interior including contrast stitching, P1 logos in the headrests, upper dashboard and steering wheel. Elements such as switchgear for the IRIS system, powertrain management, trim surrounding the start button and light and mirror switches on the driver’s side door are also color-matched in McLaren Orange.
