What: 2025 Lotus Emira Chapman Bespoke Launch Edition (1 of 60) Color: Isotope Green (isotopegreen; B132 / C132; Lotus) VIN: SCCLEJAX2SHA10499 Mileage: 800 miles Price at Time of this Writing: $78,500 CarFax: N/A MonroneyLabels.com Window Sticker: Link Location: Washington, UT Auction listing:Cars and Bids
It was just a couple of months ago that Lotus pulled the wraps off of their own in-house tailoring division Chapman Bespoke and one of the first results is this limited run of 60 “Chapman Bespoke Launch Edition” models. This one, painted Isotope Green, has just popped up on Doug DeMuro’s internet auction site Cars and Bids.
As a builder of premium sportscars, it makes sense that Lotus would both get into the lucrative tailoring business and also push for greater market penetration by building limited run series of cars. That’s pretty standard fare in the space, and it works well here for Hethel.
We like the way Lotus is using cue elements such as the triangular badge on the C-pillar of the car as a plaque to spell out just what the car is. The neon green level of Isotope Green is also quite different from standard colors of Emira we’ve seen so far, which will help you stand out from the Emira crowd should you join the ranks of ownership for one of the best new cars for driving purists that’s in production today.
It was just last month that Singer pulled the wraps off of its latest Carrera specification, a stunning tribute to the G-body era of the 80s. Now, they’re sharing one of the first builds to this spec. We’re here for it, and we think you will be too.
The car you see here is finished in a military-looking green known as Sempreverde, Italian for “evergreen”. The exact source of the color wasn’t shared, but it’s a handsome darker green that plays to its namesake.
This Carrera also features the unique high performance auxiliary driving lights that pop out of the boot lid much like the headlights on a 928. It’s also got a speed activated rear spoiler, typical of a the 964-based Singers not fitted with whale tails of some sort.
The interior is flat white, featuring carbon fiber seats and raised gear shifter for the ultimate in cool.
Power comes from a 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat six. It’s been restored and developed by Singer with engineering work from Cosworth. It features four valves per cylinder, variable valve timing, water-cooled cylinder heads, air-cooled cylinders and an electrically powered fan.
Find this car and more on Singer’s social media presence HERE.
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 11 June 2025 – Without a doubt, one of the characteristics of Automobili Lamborghini most appreciated by its customers is the strong attention to customization. The House of Sant’Agata, thanks to its Ad Personam program, can satisfy even the most particular requests, including the color of the vehicle. Currently, Automobili Lamborghini is able to propose 400 different colors to choose from to make the car one of a kind, as well as the potential to produce special colors matched to a client’s exact requirement.
Among the wide range of colors designed by Lamborghini, there are certain shades that have a particular background story. This category includes Verde Scandal (verdescandal; non-metallic UNI; 154513; Lamborghini), a color shrouded in a legendary story. To understand the genesis of this adjective combined with the color green, we have to go back to the late ’60s, when Automobili Lamborghini launched one of the most iconic cars in the brand’s history: the Lamborghini Miura.
We are at the dawn of the company’s success and the beginning of the use of color as part of customizations. But even back then, the company had the foresight to recognize the importance of customizing its cars, aiming to satisfy the array of customer requests. And then as now, all customization was managed entirely in-house at the Sant’Agata Bolognese facility, in a context synonymous with Made in Italy, and therefore, with globally recognized quality and value.
The story tells that a woman, asking for a color not yet developed by Automobili Lamborghini, indicated that the desired color was that of the dress she was wearing in that moment. The company representative asked her for a sample in order to work on the request, and so it ensued that the women took off her dress and left it as an example for creating that shade. This was the origin of Verde Scandal, in everlasting memory of this singular and “scandalous” episode.
Verde Scandal has recently come back into the limelight. In fact, it features prominently on the livery of the new Ducati Panigale V4 motorcycle, which was unveiled on April 9 during Milan Design Week. The model draws inspiration from the Revuelto[1], Lamborghini’s first HPEV (High Performance Electrified Vehicle) hybrid super sports car. This car has the distinction of being the one that started the hybridization process of the range and that defined a new paradigm among super sports cars in terms performance, sportiness, and driving pleasure.
So the past returns to highlight the initiatives of the present, with an eye toward the future. A perfect mix that shows how at Automobili Lamborghini, tradition and history go hand in hand with innovation and technology.
[1] Consumption and emission values of Revuelto: Combined fuel consumption: 11,86 l/100km; Combined power consumption: 10,1 kWh/100 Km; Combined CO2 emissions: 276 g/km; Combined CO2 efficiency class: G; Combined fuel consumption with discharged battery: 17,8 l/100km; Combined CO2 emissions and discharged battery efficiency classes: G; [WLTP].
What: 2025 BMW M3 Competition xDrive Color: BMW Individual British Racing Green(non-metallic UNI; 312; BMW) VIN: WBS33HJ07SFU94710 Mileage: 790 Miles Price: $94,980 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: West Chester, PA Listing:Sky Motor Cars
Westchester, PA’s Sky Motorcars is one of those interesting independent used car dealerships focusing on premium luxury cars, made even more interesting by their ability to consistently show cars in their inventory that are so low mileage as to be virtually new. Such is the case for this 2025 BMW M3 Competition xDrive sedan. It’s got under 1,000 miles on it.
More importantly, it’s in a rare and sought-after BMW Individual color. British Racing Green on an M3 Sedan makes for a handsome and sporting daily. Being well-appointed as well certainly adds further to the case. Okay, it’s not a manual, but it is very compelling regardless.
What: 2017 Audi A8 L Color: Audi exclusive Verdant Green(verdantgrün; metallic UNI; LO6A; Audi) Chassis: WAU44AFD9HN008969 Mileage: 129,198 Price: $18,990 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Milwaukee, WI Sales listing:Audi Milwaukee
It sure seems to cluster, doesn’t it? The Tailored staff finds one vehicle in a genuinely uncommon hue, and just a few days later, we find another. Call it frequency delusion if you will, but we’re quite happy when a second of something pops up, even moreso when it happens to be a personal favorite. Bentley’s Verdant Green initially entered our radar when it was spotted on a senior Audi staffer’s personal car in Ingolstadt, and promptly featured on our prior endeavor, Foutitude. The post caught fire, that executive car left an indelible impression and went on to inspire more than a few applications of Verdant here in the US. While we can’t be sure if this is one of them, we can say that the color looks great on anything, and this A8 L is no exception.
What: 2025 Audi SQ8 Color: Goodwood Green (goodwoodgrünperleffekt; metallic UNI; Z6X; Audi) VIN: WA1CWBF11SD023686 Mileage: Delivery Price: $131,455 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Audi Elk Grove, Elk Grove, CA Listing:Link
The facelifted Audi SQ8 is still relatively new to the market, and in as much we haven’t seen much in the way of Audi exclusive examples yet. Typically these begin with special orders then eventually start slipping through with dealer-ordered examples. So while we’ve seen a lot of updated SQ8s on the market, this is one of the first Audi exclusive examples we’ve seen available at a dealership.
The exterior color is an Audi staple. Goodwood Green has been around since the B5 RS 3 and D2 S8, and remains a favorite in the Audi exclusive catalogue. Here, it’s paired handsomely with grey leather intro.
This new example is a Prestige equipment level, meaning relatively loaded. It’s also got full black optics, meaning black finish on the wheels too.
What: 2014 Audi RS 7 Color: Verdant Green (verdantgrün; metallic UNI; LO6A; Audi) VIN: WUAW2AFC9EN903062 Mileage: 46,100 Price: $62,000 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Private Party, Undisclosed, MI Listing:Link
Verdant Green is a color Audi borrowed from Bentley, the ultra luxurious British marque that’s a sibling to Audi in the Volkswagen Group. And while the hue looks natural on something Anglo and stately like a Continental GT, we’d also argue it looks the business on an RS 7.
This one is up for private party sale on AutoTrader. It does sport some modifications (those black wheels in the photos are clearly not factory), and the owner also sounds pretty specific about imperfections it has collected in its first 46,100 miles.
If you need another reason to add the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este to your bucket list, perhaps these photos of Totem Automobili’s latest GT Super known dubbed “Persephone” will help seal the deal. The illustrious Alfa Romeo remastering firm displayed the car handsomely at Villa d’Este’s Giardino di Fuoriconcorso.
The location was close to the waters of Lake Como, a spot where Totem paired “Persephone” and another commission “Gaia” displayed the firms capabilities, drawing in attendees and press.
For Totem, the displaying of the two cars offered an opportunity to show the spectrum of their capabilities. One car is built as an internal combustion engine, powered by the Italtecnica-sourced twin-turbo V6. Theater is fully electric, for those who prefer an embracing of the future of mobility without losing out on the style that runs through both of them.
Gaia boasts a triple-layer green paint Totem refers to as “Verde EVO”, inspired by the color of premium extra virgin olive oil. Persephone is finished in an updated version of the firm’s Verde Pino, paired with orange interior for a bold contrast.
See more photos below, with the full press release below that.
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PRESS RELEASE
TOTEM AUTOMOBILI DAZZLES AT GIARDINO DI FUORICONCORSO WITH “PERSEPHONE” AND “GAIA”
source: Totem Automobili
Villa Flori, Como, May 2025 – In the refined setting of Giardino di Fuoriconcorso—a rising highlight of the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza weekend—Totem Automobili proudly debuted its latest creations: the GTSuper “Persephone” and the GTElectric “Gaia”. This dual premiere marks a significant step forward not only for Totem’s design and engineering journey, but also for the growing prestige of this exclusive lakeside event.
Just a few meters from the shimmering waters of Lake Como, “Persephone” and “Gaia” drew crowds of collectors, enthusiasts, and international press. They embody two distinct yet complementary visions of modern performance: one powered by Totem’s now-celebrated twin-turbo V6 engineered by Italtecnica, the other fully electric, crafted to meet the future of mobility without sacrificing style or soul.
“We designed this electric car because I don’t like electric cars” says Riccardo Quaggio, Totem’s founder and CEO, with his signature candor and irony. “It’s true—EVs don’t deliver the raw emotion of an internal combustion engine, which we still proudly build. But at least this one still stirs something—because it’s beautiful. That’s the point. Sculpting a fully electric car by hand, tailored to each client, is something few in the world can offer with such deep passion. Gaia is proof of that.”
Gaia features a refined triple-layer “Verde EVO” paint, inspired by the hue of premium extra virgin olive oil—a nod to nature with a bold aesthetic edge. Persephone, meanwhile, updates the legendary Verde Pino with a modern twist and pairs it with vivid orange interiors that give the car its assertive, unmistakable personality.
Both models showcase a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail typically reserved for the most exotic coach-built cars, while staying true to the retro inspiration that defines the Totem philosophy. “We improve with every car,” adds Quaggio. “I started this company at twenty-two, and it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come with these two builds—from the design to the mechanical and dynamic performance. The feedback we received at Villa Flori from peers, clients, media, and enthusiasts really says it all.”
Totem’s presence at the Giardino di Fuoriconcorso reaffirms its growing stature in the world of boutique automotive excellence, and highlights the increasingly rich and diverse program of events that now orbit the Villa d’Este weekend—an unmissable celebration of beauty, innovation, and car culture at its finest.
What: 2024 BMW X6M Color: BMW Individual Isle of Man Green (Isle of Man grün; metallic UNI; C4G; BMW) VIN: 5YM23ET04R9T33164 Mileage: 16,892 Price at Time of this Writing: $114,300 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: Pictured below Location: Ultimo Motors, Northbrook, IL Dealer listing:Link
There’s something about a low mile and recent year tailored build from a top luxury manufacturer. Letting someone else pay the premium to make something spectacular is a great way to get a shrewd price on a modern offering, and we think this Isle of Man Green X6M fits the bill.
Inside, is a handsome and equally tailored cockpit. The main leather color is BMW Individual Ivory White, contrasted with Atlas Grey – a $3,500 option when ordered new.
What: 2016 Audi S8 Color: Goodwood Green (goodwoodgrünperleffekt; metallic UNI; Z6X; Audi) VIN: WAUJSAFD8GN009652 Mileage: 86,230 Price: $34,900 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Jaguar Land Rover Solon, Solon, OH Listing:Link
A car like the Goodwood Green Audi S8 you see here makes a compelling case for a number of different reasons. For starters, it’s a nearly ten-year old S8 (D4 generation) stemming from a time before diesel gate, meaning cost cutting at Audi and its parent the Volkswagen Group hadn’t yet truly begun. For many, this makes it relatively pinnacle in that era of great cars coming from a large manufacturer managing historically renowned marques.
Also, at nearly 10 years old (and 86,230 miles), this car slots in at a relatively affordable price. If you’re looking for a budget-level entry into the tailored automotive market, we’d definitely advise cars like this S8 be considered.
