Even though the car you see here is for sale, we’re foregoing running it as a Market Find given it’s being sold via Scherer Sport’s dealership in Germany and our finds are tailored for North American buyers. Nevertheless, there’s a lot to love about this ABT RS 7 Legacy Edition.
Let’s start with the paint. Though it’s been a factory color for cars such as the TT RS and RS 3 sedan, you’d need to place an Audi exclusive order to get Kyalami Green (kyalamigrün; non-metallic Uni; LZ6A; Audi) on an RS 7.
Next, the car is built to ABT Sportsline’s Legacy Edition specification, upgrading a whole host of components while adding the very distinctive body kit.
Though most of the cars ABT Sportsline builds are current-generation Audi offerings, we still count them as a remaster. Rather than simply selling upgrades and components, which they also do, ABT builds series cars to set packages like the Legacy Edition and then finalizes those with client determined details of the specification.
Distinctive MANUFAKTUR Kalahari Gold Magno paint, elegant details and unique finishes
Extensive standard equipment for exceptional luxury and performance
[source: Mercedes-Benz]
Mercedes-AMG presents the new 2025 AMG SL 63 MANUFAKTUR Golden Coast. Limited to 100 units globally, the special edition roadster arrives at select U.S. dealerships beginning in February 2025. The exclusive model is crafted by the MANUFAKTUR individualization program, which offers customers the highest possible individuality and exclusivity with exquisite details and distinctive finishes.
The AMG SL 63 MANUFAKTUR Golden Coast is finished in MANUFAKTUR Kalahari Gold Magno, reminiscent of gleaming golden sand beaches. The striking paint is complimented by 21-inch AMG Forged Cross-Spoke wheels in black with MANUFAKTUR Kalahari Gold Magno rim flanges. Black AMG brake calipers with white AMG logos further highlight the vehicle’s special status.
The AMG Night Package, AMG Extended Night Package and AMG Aerodynamics Package are among the extensive standard equipment and feature contrasting exterior elements. This includes a front splitter, A-Wing trim, exterior mirror caps, side sills and rear accents in gloss black, among other elements. Additionally, the radiator grille, as well as twin tailpipe trims, model badge and Mercedes star at the rear of the vehicle are finished in black chrome.
Elegant details are also highlighted in the interior of the special edition model. Standard AMG Performance seats are covered in hand-stitched black Nappa leather with intricate diamond stitching in gold. This gold contrast stitching extends throughout the cabin, including to the AMG Performance steering wheel, armrest, center door panels and instrument panel. MANUFAKTUR high-pile floor mats with black Nappa leather piping, an embroidered AMG logo and contrast stitching in gold also underscore the superb attention to detail. Unique MANUFAKTUR Kalahari Gold Magno trim elements on the seats, doors panels and center console further accent the interior. A “MANUFAKTUR Golden Coast” badge adorns the center console door, emphasizing the exclusivity of the special model.
A Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine powers the AMG SL 63 MANUFAKTUR Golden Coast, producing 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. An AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G transmission and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive enable acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds.
About Mercedes-Benz USA Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Atlanta, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse lineup in the luxury segment with 18 model lines ranging from the sporty GLA SUV to the flagship S-Class and the dynamic all-electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz. MBUSA is also responsible for Mercedes-Benz Vans in the U.S. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com and www.mbvans.com.
It’s hard to imagine building a brand new Porsche 911 GT 3 RS in Paint to Sample Mint Green (mintgrün; non-metallic UNI; 22R; Porsche) and yet all anyone wants to do is talk about the interior, but that’s exactly the case with this elfer going through pre-delivery at Porsche Colorado Springs and shared to Facebook HERE.
Imagine the task. You already know you’ve chosen one of the most iconic 964-era Carrera Cup colors, a color amongst an era that also established as greats the likes of Rubystar / Rubystone and Maritime Blue. Now, pick an interior to top that, and don’t do anything dumb like choosing a leather color that only has a shot of being cool in an ironic sense.
How do you do it? Well, if you’re this particular Porsche Colorado Springs Client, you lean into CXX special wishes and dig into unexpected classic tones and patterned fabric. Light grey leather is the name of the game here, over sport buckets with centers in Pepita houndstooth.
That’s unexpected, because Pepita tends to get paired with black, or maybe brown on rare occasions. Not only does it look amazing on light grey, it might serve to wear a bit better than had the whole seat been done in such a lightly toned hide.
Kudos to Porsche Colorado Springs for sharing this. And, kudos to the builder who created this specification. With so many Paint to Sample and Sonderwunsch GT3 RS examples out there, it’s getting harder and harder to wow those of us who feel sometimes like we’ve seen it all before. No question though, this car has done just that.
What: 2025 Audi RS 6 Avant performance Color:Cumulus Blue(cumulusblau; non-metallic; LX5A / U4; Audi)) Chassis #: WUA1DBF21SN903733 Mileage: delivery Price: $167,695 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: see gallery Location: Audi Frederick, Frederick, MD Link:Link
Why We Love It:
The Audi RS 6 performance is already a compelling case, though a rare Audi exclusive color sends it over the edge. In the case of this new car inventory RS 6 from Audi Frederick in Maryland, that color is Cumulus Blue.
What’s Cumulus Blue? It’s one of those virtually white colors that we’d hesitate to call pastel only because a ubiquitous Carolina Blue (looking at you college sports team fans) or Hyundai N’s Performance Blue are both notably darker and more saturated in comparison. So, Cumulus Blue is so subtle that you’d be forgiven for mistaking it as white. Park it next to a white car though, and that’s where it becomes obvious. Cumulus Blue is like nothing else really on the road, making ownership of a car in this color an exercise at eliciting comments from people who are paying attention.
Near as we can tell, Cumulus Blue has never been a standard order book color on any Audi, though it’s’ been in the Audi exclusive color catalogue for years. This makes it known in Audi circles, but also exceptionally rare. That’s all a win in our book.
Beyond the paint paired with black interior, this particular RS 6 also has some nice options. This includes Matte Carbon Package, Executive Package and Driver Assistance Package.
What: 2025 Audi RS 7 Sportback Color: Goodwood Green (goodwoodgrünperleffekt; metallic UNI; Z6X; Audi) VIN: WUAPDBF27SN904802 Mileage: 300 miles Price: $167,995 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: See Below in Gallery Location: Audi Freehold, Freehold Township, NJ Marketplace listing:Link
Why We Love It:
We are always, and I mean always, fans of dealer salespeople getting the jump on tailored builds by posting them to enthusiasts on social media. We’ve seen it happen all the time, an enthusiast at the dealership knows what they have, grabs their own photos (see them in this story) and shares them online (see it on Audi Club North America’s Classifieds Facebook Group HERE) as Danny Alves just did.
The car in question is a very tasteful spec, 2025 Audi RS 7 Sportback performance with Audi exclusive Goodwood Green Pearl Effect paint. Inside, it’s also got Iguana Green interior stitching to round out the look. Other options include Matte Carbon Package, Executive Package and Driver Assistance Package. We’re going to give bonus points to whomever built it for going with more subtle black brake calipers over red that bestow just a bit too much of a yuletide vibe on a Goodwood Green Audi.
Thanks again to Danny Alves for sharing it with his own photos before the dealership has them live on their site. If you call Audi Freehold to inquire, check in with him since he was kind enough to share these photos. Email him at dalves@audifreehold.com or call him at 732 347 5371.
Fourth-generation bespoke GTC auctioned at 2025 Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) benefitting the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF)
Auction lot 45 raised $1.7M in 2025, the highest lot of the day
Auction winner to take delivery of Bentley’s latest open top grand tourer and join exclusive 2025 Monterey Car Week program
GTC sports unique Damson exterior with bespoke Mulliner interior of White and Damson hides with Silver Piping
Specification curated by Mulliner with Bentley Naples for the auction
The NWWF, in its 25th anniversary year, resulted in the most successful auction ever raising more than $34M for the NCEF
[source: Bentley]
Naples, FL – The first bespoke new Continental GTC Speed was auctioned for charity at this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival. Bentley’s latest pinnacle open top grand tourer took part in the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), raising $1.7M to support at-risk and underprivileged children in Collier County. This brings the total amount raised at the 2025 NWWF to over $34 million, resulting in the most successful auction to date for its 25th anniversary year.
The Bentley Naples auction lot included two core areas: delivery of a unique Continental GTC Speed with Mulliner specification crafted specifically designed for the Naples Winter Wine Festival and an exclusive one-off package and access to Bentley’s largest event of the year, Monterey Car Week, taking place in August 2025.
The GTC features a striking Damson exterior paint paired with a Dark Grey Metallic fabric roof, while the Light Grey interior roof complements the White main hide and Damson secondary hide, accented with silver seat piping. Adding to its exclusivity are personalized Naples Winter Wine Festival treadplates, blackline and touring specifications, LED welcome lights, and a Moonbeam-painted pinstripe around the exterior. The GTC also features a unique piano white and Damson-painted veneer, a specification exclusive to Mulliner, making this vehicle truly one of a kind.
This year, for the first time, Bentley auctioned its most powerful engine offering, the Ultra Performance Plug-In Hybrid V8, which produces 771 horsepower, over 100 more than the previous version, and can accelerate from 0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds.
In addition to the new Continental GTC, the winners will experience Bentley’s exclusive Monterey Car Week 2025 program in August, the brand’s most significant activation of the year. The package includes four nights of luxury accommodations at The Inn at Spanish Bay, two tickets to Bentley’s VIP Terrace during The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, and two VIP tickets to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, complete with access to The Bench hospitality suite at The Lodge, offering unparalleled views of the prestigious awards. Winners will also receive an exclusive invitation to Bentley’s Beach Dinner at Seal Rock Beach and access to Bentley’s Signature Party at the Beach and Tennis Club.
“Bentley Motors is pleased to support Bentley Naples as we see through another successful auction at the Naples Winter Wine Festival continuing its charitable efforts,” said Jun Watanabe, Senior Director, Sales and Operations at Bentley Americas. “Contributing to the community and fostering a sense of purpose are integral to our broader understanding of sustainability, paving the way for future generations to thrive.”
As part of Bentley’s commitment to philanthropy, the proceeds from the auction benefited the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), which works to improve the lives of underprivileged children in Collier County, Florida. The Naples Winter Wine Festival, now in its 25th year, is celebrated for its exceptional auction lots and its dedication to community impact, having raised more than $336 million since its inception.
“We have been honored to be involved with the Naples Winter Wine Festival Auction since 2006 and it’s transformative work the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF),” said Jason Reidel, Managing Partner of Bentley Naples. “Each year, together with Bentley Motors Inc we are grateful for the opportunity to play a role in supporting this incredible mission and making a meaningful difference in our special Southwest Florida community.”
“We are sincerely grateful to Bentley for allowing us to showcase this phenomenal automobile in our 25th annual Naples Winter Wine Festival live auction,” said Bill Beynon, Team 25 Co-Chairs. “Their extraordinary support this year and in the past several years has enabled us to raise much needed funds for essential programs that will improve the lives of underprivileged and at-risk children in our community.”
About Naples Winter Wine Festival The Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), one of the world’s most prestigious charity wine auctions, offers a weekend of unforgettable memories. Guests enjoy world-class food and wine during intimate dinners in elegant, private homes and other landmark settings throughout Naples and are invited to bid on once-in-a-lifetime travel and wine experiences during an electrifying live auction. Since its inaugural event in 2001, the NWWF has raised more than $336 million, making a profound difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of children in Collier County.
What: 2025 Audi RS 6 performance Color: Audi exclusive Ipanema Brown (ipanemabraun; metallic uni; LY8Y / 7V ; Audi) Chassis: WUA1DBF25SN903766 Mileage: New, Undisclosed Price: $159,270 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: Link Location: Audi Naples, Naples, FL Sales listing:Link
Why We Love It:
Here’s an interesting turn of events. We’re always interested in dealerships apparently selling a new tailored build apparently without any dealer markup as this appears to be. We’re even more fans of salespeople inside the store who are motivated to snap initial photography and get the word out to enthusiasts online. Such is the case with this 2025 RS 6 performance in Audi exclusive Ipanema Brown over Cognac Brown Leather.
Though the link isn’t embeddable, Trevor Fehr from Audi Naples posted the car and basic details over on the Audi Club North America Classifieds Facebook Group HERE. Gold star to Trevor, who also named the color and the specs and options (Matte Carbon Package, Bang & Olufsen Advanced sound, Executive Package, Black Dinamica Headliner, Driver Assistance Package, RS Sport Exhaust), sharing photos and even a grab of the window sticker that proved essential to our finding the car for sale online at his dealership.
Why was that essential? Well, over at the dealership’s site, photos aren’t up yet and it’s mislabeled in the description as Goodwood Green, which is a great Audi color but clearly not the same as Ipanema Brown and also quite a bit more common in Audi exclusive parlance.
What’s so special about Ipanema Brown. It’s always been a very exclusive color at Audi, used over the years for auto show cars in exotic world gatherings like the Geneva and Paris motor shows. @Auditography once shot video of one, getting reposted on Motor1 under the headline “Audi RS 6 Avant with Ipanema Brown Paint is Peak Wagon”. We’d tend to agree.
Back to this particular car, Trevor Fehr from Audi Naples shared in that post to the Audi Club Classified Facebook Page that the car is in inventory and won’t last long. Being so unique and not laden with annoying markup, we’d tend to agree with that assessment. If you are interested. Move quickly and reach out to Trevor when you call the dealership since he was kind enough to share it. Also, let him know you saw it on Tailored Driver.
The Audi Forum Neckarsulm is home base for Audi exclusive, boasting a large showroom of some of the latest and craziest capabilities of Audi’s in-house tailor. In as much, the Audi Deutschland Facebook Page is generally on the spot to share a brief gallery of the more noteworthy entries to this very special showroom. This month, it’s the latest RS e-tron GT performance with striking Azure Purple Pearl (azurepurpleperleffekt; metallic; 8Q6; Audi).
Azure Purple isn’t a common purple from Audi, not like Merlin Purple or Velvet Purple that we tend to see a lot more often. Here, it’s paired the Bicolor Audi exclusive design package interior in black and Calendula Yellow.
Opposites on the color spectrum, purple and yellow are always a striking combination. The pairing is a bold statement, and one that looks particularly good when combined with the RS e-tron GT performance’s optional forged carbon fiber trim on the exterior.
It looks like the Facebook post in question isn’t set up for embedding and sharing. We’ve added each of the photos below. Also find them at Audi Deutschland’s Facebook Page and make sure to give them a follow.
Rolls-Royce recently dropped basic color and specification from the Cullinan Series II and Black Badge Cullinan Series II global media drive held in Ibiza back in June. Alas, we weren’t on that drive, but we are able to share the basic color information in order to help inspire those ordering Rolls-Royces of their own, or considering Rolls-Royce hues in build specifications from other manufacturers.
We’ve been adding each car in our Color Check over the last few weeks. Next up is this Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II christened ‘Pioneer’. It’s finished in Twilight Purple Pearl II (twilightpurple; pearl uni; 4E1K / F48 / K9C; Rolls-Royce).
There’s no doubt that a deep medium purple like Twilight Purple Pearl is a bold choice on such an opulent car as the Cullinan. It will be noticed everywhere it goes, with no chance of stealth or flying under the radar. It is an unquestionably rich hue.
Rolls-Royce didn’t detail the rest of the spec on ‘Pioneer’, but it’s clear the multi-tone purple interior is as bold as the exterior.
Rolls-Royce recently dropped basic color and specification from the Cullinan Series II and Black Badge Cullinan Series II global media drive held in Ibiza back in June. Alas, we weren’t on that drive, but we are able to share the basic color information in order to help inspire those ordering Rolls-Royces of their own, or considering Rolls-Royce hues in build specifications from other manufacturers.
We’ve been adding each car in our Color Check over the last few weeks. Next up is this Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II christened ‘Protagonist’. It’s finished in Monteverde (scalaredmetallic; metallic uni; R97; Rolls-Royce).
Though not officially sited, the deep red of Rolls-Royce’s Scale Red Metallic is spot-on similar to the trademark red carpets and curtains that adorn the interior of Milan’s Teatro Alla Scala that dates back to 1778.
It is said that reconstruction of the Scala theatre began with an unusual concert amidst the wreckage, with the orchestra seated in front of the curtain and the audience seated on ordinary chairs. The theatre was rapidly rebuilt and was reopened less than three years later on May 11, 1946.
Could that be the reason this Rolls-Royce has been christened ‘Protagonist’? That’s unclear, but it makes for a great story paying a nod to European history that is not so black and white as this Cullinan’s interior.
