Reminiscing Iconic Auto Designs of the Past and Their Contemporary Counterparts at Rétromobile
Retromobile Paris, the renowned classic car show that kicks off the global season of such events, has concluded for another year. Held at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, this year's edition was packed with a mixture of timeless classics and modern innovations.
One of the highlights of the show was the debut of the Type 59 Bugatti Monograph. Written by Bugatti historian Julius Kruta and designed by industrial designer Marc Newson, this thorough, forensic, and elegant set of three volumes is dedicated to the 1930s Bugatti Type 59. The Type 59 Bugatti Monograph features illustration and photography charting the design, development, racing pedigree, and subsequent history of the iconic Type 59.
Bugatti introduced a new vehicle named "Type 59 Bugatti Monograph" at the event. This modern interpretation of the classic Type 59 is a testament to Bugatti's rich racing heritage, with the original model winning the Le Mans 24 Hour race outright in 1929 and 1930.
Another notable display was the Renault Filante Record 2025, a modern-day electric version of the original Renault 4 and Renault 5. Renault showcased the Renault Filante Record 2025 at Retromobile Paris 2025 as a demonstrator and cheerleader for ultimate electric efficiency and range. The Renault Filante Record 2025 has a regular production 87 kWh battery, seats just one, weighs 1,000kg, and is 5.12m long to increase its aerodynamic abilities.
Bentley also made a significant impact at Retromobile Paris 2025, showcasing the next stage of its Continuation series with the Speed Six model. Bentley will take ten months to build each Continuation version of the Speed Six, a testament to the brand's commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Bentley also debuted the Continental GTC Speed equipped with the latest 782 PS 'Ultra Performance Hybrid' powertrain at the event.
Touring Superleggera showed off a freshly finished version of their Veloce12 at Retromobile Paris 2025. This radical reinvention of the Ferrari 550 Maranello is resplendent in Azzurro Cielo, a blue livery that takes around 600 hours of work to apply.
The event also saw the return of the DS 19 'balloon car' gimmick, first created in 1959 by Citroën's advertising director Claude Puech. This unique display added a touch of nostalgia to the modern-day showcase of classic and electric vehicles.
Retromobile Paris 2025 was more demographic and traditional compared to events like Monterey Car Week and the Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza, offering a more intimate and focused experience for classic car enthusiasts. Despite its traditional feel, the event remains a significant milestone in the global classic car calendar.
As the curtain falls on Retromobile Paris 2025, we look forward to next year's edition, where we can expect another exciting showcase of classic cars and modern innovations.
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