
May 2023
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/refitting-heesen-superyacht-octopussy
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/media/home/video/264852518
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkH7lDD-U3Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBdPYAgPVJE
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/palm-beach-2023-day-three-april-15/
April 2023
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/palm-beach-23-day-two-april-14/
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/chevrolet/corvette
March 2023
https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/gallery/8-james-bond-boats-007-good-water-1234814713/#!
February 2023
https://www.livingfla.com/event/boca-raton-concours-delegance-grand-gala-2/
https://superyachtscroatia.com/blog/heesen-yacht-shipyard/
https://bocaratonconcours.com/event/
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1956-pontiac-starchief-668698
https://palmbeach.floridaweekly.com/ads/american-heart-association-14/
https://www.pbboatshow.com/en/home.html
January 2023
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/superyacht-casino-royale-at-anchor
https://yachtbible.com/quantum-of-solace-yacht/
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1956-pontiac-starchief-668698
December 2022
https://yachtbible.com/quantum-of-solace-yacht/
https://yachtbible.com/world-is-not-enough-yacht/
https://www.luxuo.com/leaders/yachts/championing-the-gulf-mohammed-alshaali.html
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1949/oldsmobile/98/90181
https://trendingnewsbuzz.com/reason-why-the-super-rich-love-yachts/
November 2022
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FL0123-539362/1949-oldsmobile-98-futuramic-convertible/
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1959-plymouth-fury-4/
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/chrysler/300e/2631185.html
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FL0123-539597/1959-chrysler-300e-convertible/
October 2022
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1949/oldsmobile/98/90181
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/chrysler/300f/2631186.html
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/oldsmobile/98/2631692.html
September 2022
https://www.worldwideluxuryyacht.com/blog/james-bond-boats-and-yachts/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Home/Houston-2022/90c45330-e098-4c61-89fe-74f38081f1fa
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Archive/2022_Articles_Archive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy4grMkq8HI
https://www.yatco.com/what-is-the-fastest-yacht-in-the-world/
August 2022
https://yachtbible.com/world-is-not-enough-yacht/
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/owners-experiences/james-bond-boats--27897
https://oxyzenyachting.com/the-top-five-fastest-yachts-in-the-world/
https://www.thechampionsfoundation.org/our-sponsors/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Home/Houston-2022/90c45330-e098-4c61-89fe-74f38081f1fa
July 2022
https://yachtstyle.co/review-lurssen-115m-ahpo/
https://www.superyachtfan.com/yacht/spectre/
https://m.facebook.com/barrettjackson/videos/after-movie-2022-palm-beach-auction/1160160534794416/
https://www.worldwideluxuryyacht.com/blog/james-bond-boats-and-yachts/
June 2022
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FA0722-525919/1946-diamond-t-custom-pickup/
https://pagesix.com/2022/06/21/companies-shelling-out-big-bucks-on-mega-yachts-at-cannes-lions/
https://yachtbible.com/quantum-of-solace-yacht/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yje-ktuGwiI
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/PressReleases
May 2022
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/day-3-highlights-2022-palm-beach-auction/
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FA0722-525919/1946-diamond-t-custom-pickup/
https://www.tprm.com/tag/barrett-jackson/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3unGiAOTS8
April 2022
https://www.youtube.com/2022 Palm Beach Auction After Movie - BARRETT-JACKSON PALM BEACH
https://www.youtube.com/FIRST LOOK - 2022 Palm Beach Auction - BARRETT-JACKSON
https://www.youtube.com/CHARITY SALE - $1.76 Million Raised for Ukraine - BARRETT-JACKSON PALM BEACH
https://www.wptv.com/Barrett-Jackson's car auction fuels up at the South Florida Fairgrounds
https://www.wflx.com/Barrett-Jackson’s car auction fuels up at the South Florida Fairgrounds
March 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVwlC0-AsW0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_R6_PUQEr4
https://sports.yahoo.com/car-week-1967-corvette-restomod-120000084.html
February 2022
https://oceanmagazine.com.au/ultimate-oasis/
https://rallypointgarage.com/events/boca-raton-concours-delegance/
https://bocaratonconcours.com/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/john-staluppi-and-his-cars-of-dreams-collection/
https://www.motortrend.com/auctions/
January 2022
https://apnews.com/press-release/business-wire/business-a97858bc24934c439ed4c6eb1c19c090
December 2021
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/john-staluppi-and-his-cars-of-dreams-collection/
November 2021
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/yacht-design/best-superyacht-bars
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/yacht-design/superyacht-elevators--30893
https://robbreport.com/motors/aviation/fort-lauderdale-boat-show-buyers-event-1234644926/
https://www.motorious.com/articles/features-3/heres-6-6-facts-about-smokey-bandit/
https://www.trackdays.co.uk/driving-experience/movie-car/smokey-and-the-bandit/
October 2021
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/editorial-features/spectre-benetti-superyacht--40715
https://www.galatiyachts.com/yachts/details/7886880/2001/neptunus/express/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Articles
https://www.alamy.com/search/imageresults.aspx?qt=JOHN+STALUPPI
September 2021
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article
https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2021/09/17/5-things-to-know-today.html
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/
https://nextluxury.com/cars-rides/best-luxury-yacht-brands/
August 2021
https://mobile.twitter.com/barrett_jackson/status/1422243793173061641
https://www.facebook.com/barrettjackson/
https://barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1953-BUICK-SKYLARK-249713
https://barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1951-MERCURY-CUSTOM-COUPE-249718
https://barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1969-FORD-BRONCO-CUSTOM-PICKUP-249714
https://barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1936-FORD-PHAETON-CUSTOM-CONVERTIBLE-249719
July 2021
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FA0721-480367/1969-pontiac-gto-judge-ram-air-iv/
https://www.motorious.com/articles/handpicked/1969-pontiac-gto-all-rise-for-the-judge/
https://www.mecum.com/lots/FA0721-480357/1970-plymouth-superbird/
https://monthly.mecum.com/podcast/
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1999/indian/chief/2509156
June 2021
https://www.superyachtfan.com/fr/yacht/quantum-of-solace/?_wpo_purge_minify_cache=7a27339eb9
https://www.boatinternational.com/virtualboatshow/heesen-yachts/heesen-greatest-hits
https://www.mecum.com/lots/SC0521-462397/1956-ford-fairlane-victoria/
https://rickcarey.com/mecum-spring-classic-indianapolis-may-14-22-2021/
May 2021
https://yachtrendezvous.com/admirals-club/
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1959/plymouth/sport--fury/2486870
https://www.burgessyachts.com/en/editorial/press/top-100-superyachts-of-asia-2021
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Details/1956-CADILLAC-ELDORADO-BIARRITZ-246985
https://www.dupontregistry.com/autos/listing/1955/chevrolet/bel-air/2486845
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Home/LasVegas-2021/1bc4a390-69b4-4e38-bc47-373660f7fd46
April 2021
https://bobbygenovese.com/superyacht-summit-super-takeaways-from-the-owners-panel/
https://www.cbtnews.com/cbt-automotive-newscast-april-8-2021/
https://powerboating.com/palmbeach2021/
https://www.wpbmagazine.com/35th-palm-beach-international-boat-show-successful-event/
https://www.ussuperyacht.com/ussa-superyacht-summit-re-imagined/
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/the-register/fastest-yachts-in-the-world--25053
https://palmbeach.floridaweekly.com/viewad/129008
March 2021
https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/gallery/best-yachts-palm-beach-boat-show-2021-1234604485/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/2021-scottsdale-auction-day-eight-highlights/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/2021-scottsdale-auction-day-seven-highlights/
February 2021
https://www.superyachtfan.com/yacht/world-is-not-enough/
https://www.superyachtfan.com/yacht/spectre/
https://www.autonews.com/dealers/lmp-atlantic-moving-after-deal-terminated
https://carcollectorsclub.com/john-staluppis-cars-of-dreams-private-museum/
https://www.edwardsyachtsales.com/boat/2001/neptunus/millennium-superyacht/22550/
January 2021
https://wanderwisdom.com/transportation/choosing-a-boat-name
https://robbreport.mx/motor/conoce-el-superyate-quantum-of-solace-todo-el-superlujo-bond-por-58-mdd/
https://www.superyachtfan.com/yacht/quantum-of-solace/
https://yachtharbour.com/news/yachts/page/50?%2Fnews%2Fyachts%2Fpage%2F41=&alias=yachts
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heesen_Yachts
December 2020
https://carcollectorsclub.com/collections/
https://www.ilmessaggero.it/t/spectre/
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/owners-experiences/james-bond-boats--27897
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heesen_Yachts
November 2020
https://www.tradeonlytoday.com/boat-shows/organizers-tout-success-at-flibs
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/editorial-features/spectre-benetti-superyacht--40715
https://cruisingodyssey.com/2020/11/03/lauderdale-show-fewer-people-but-lots-of-buyers/
https://www.the-triton.com/2020/10/flibs20-viking-54-named-best-of-show/
https://fortlauderdaleillustrated.com/fli-life/high-seas/flibs-2020-hits-one-out-of-the-park/
https://www.greatlakesboating.com/2020/11/61st-annual-fort-lauderdale-international
https://newyorkstyleguide.com/viking-yachts-54-convertible-crowned-flibs-best-of-show/
https://www.sail-world.com/news/232791/Viking-54-Convertible-takes-home-Best-of-Show
October 2020
https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/238-foot-superyacht-bond-themed-collection-1234572553/
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/fort-lauderdale-boat-show-yachts
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/owners-experiences/james-bond-boats--27897
https://sports.yahoo.com/boat-week-238-foot-james
September 2020
SuperYachts.com - The Top Five Fastest Yachts in the World
22 SEP 2020
We took a look at the top five fastest superyachts and luxury yachts on the water today. Ranging from speeds of 62 Knots up to a whopping 70 Knots, these breakneck builds are sure to satisfy the cravings of the most insatiable of adrenaline junkies...
1. World Is Not Enough - Millennium Superyachts - 70 Knots
The fastest yacht in the world reaches a record-breaking top speed of around 70 knots. The Milennium 140 World Is Not Enough has retained the title of the world’s fastest yacht since she was delivered in 2004 to her owner and one of the most public superyacht owners in the world, John Staluppi. Incredibly for a superyacht of this size, World Is Not Enough is a fully fledged and superyacht at 42.4m, complete with advanced audio-visual systems and accommodation for 10 guests in 5 luxurious cabins.
The superyacht achieves its racing speeds by virtue of an all-aluminium build, V-shaped hull, and two 18VP185 Paxman Diesel engines providing 5300 hp each combined with twin Lycoming TF40 turbine jet engines able to generate a total power of 20.000 HP. The resulting effect is an extremely streamlined, exhilarating and comfortable feel as the yacht cuts through the water, offering minimal noise levels and vibration as she does.
Read full article here: https://www.superyachts.com/news/story/the-top-five-fastest-yachts-in-the-world-13693
https://robbreport.com/best-of-the-best/2019-best-marine-2851724/
https://www.charterworld.com/news/john-staluppi-speed-sophistication-superyachts
August 2020
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/the-superyacht-directory/octopussy--46263
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/the-superyacht-directory/moonraker--45509
https://checkeredflagclassics.com/current-inventory-1?olsPage=products%2F1931-ford-paddy-wagon
https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=57925
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/owners-experiences/james-bond-boats--27897
July 2020
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/media/home/video/264852518
June 2020
Jet Set Magazine: Octopussy: New Film Reveals How Heesen Broke the Speed Record in ’88
https://virtualboatshow.boatinternational.com/cassetta
https://www.moranyachts.com/luxury-yachts/octopussy/?yacht-type=luxury-yachts-for-sale
May 2020
https://www.superyacht.eu/shipyard-benetti/spectre/
https://www.mecum.com/lots/SC0520-415130/1979-pontiac-trans-am-10th-anniversary/
April 2020
https://www.heesenyachts.com/tv/octopussy-the-yacht-that-couldnt-be-built-documentary-trailer-2/
https://megayachtnews.com/2020/04/watch-the-documentary-octopussy-the-yacht-that-couldnt-be-built/
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/news/heesen-octopussy-yacht--43275
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/fastest-yacht-octopussy
https://www.motorious.com/articles/features-3/15-movie-cars/
March 2020
https://www.scribd.com/article/452124248/Staluppi-Cars-Shine-At-Leake-Arizona-Sale
https://www.autonews.com/dealers/heres-our-annual-ranking-largest-us-dealership-groups
https://www.ilmessaggero.it/t/spectre/
https://www.superyachtfan.com/john-staluppi.html
https://www.boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/owners-experiences/james-bond-boats--27897
February 2020
https://www.rbauction.com/blog/top-10-hot-rides-sold-by-leake-auctions-in-scottsdale-car-auction
https://rickcarey.com/leake-auctions-salt-river-fields-scottsdale-january-16-19-2020/
https://azbigmedia.com/lifestyle/experience-az/leake-auctions-sells-17m-of-vehicles-in-scottsdale/
January 2020
https://azbigmedia.com/lifestyle/experience-az/leake-auctions-sells-17m-of-vehicles-in-scottsdale/
December 2019
https://www.ironplanet.com/staluppi
https://leakecar.com/?fbclid=IwAR140CdY3htZFZi-uonW-5jyTSX_OH9ZYUjxK_ykNZ248q-IJFdeEZPxtxI
https://leakecar.com/events/scottsdale/
https://www.ironplanet.com/jsp/s/auction.ips?s=4083201&mf=1
https://www.linkedin.com/company/leake-auction-company/
https://www.phoenixmag.com/event/leake-car-auction/
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/the-superyacht-directory/octopussy--46263
https://classiccars.com/auction-central/381CC-scottsdale-auction-week-2020.html
November 2019
Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams (teaser)
Ready to get behind the wheel with world-renowned car collector John Staluppi? Ritchie Bros.’ Leake Auction presents “Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams,” an exclusive web series featuring classic and exotic vehicles from John’s much-loved Cars of Dreams Museum.
We’re giving you an in-depth look at cars from his impressive collection which will be selling without reserve at Leake Auction’s inaugural Scottsdale sale on January 15-19, 2020.
Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams - episode 1
Episode 1 of Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams looks into the background of world-renowned car collector John Staluppi.
Ritchie Bros.’ Leake Auction presents “Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams,” an exclusive web series featuring classic and exotic vehicles from John’s much-loved Cars of Dreams Museum.
Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams (episode 2)
Episode 2 of "Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams features a Chrysler 300 - one of the classic and exotic vehicles from John’s much-loved Cars of Dreams Museum.
Ritchie Bros.’ Leake Auction presents “Revved and Ready: John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams,” an exclusive web series that gives an in-depth look at cars from his impressive collection which will be selling without reserve at Leake Auction’s inaugural Scottsdale sale on January 15-19, 2020.
https://leakecar.com/events/scottsdale/
https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=56814
https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/insiders-guide-to-scottsdale-auto-auctions/
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/yacht-design/superyacht-elevators--30893/frame-3
October 2019
https://www.instagram.com/carsofdreams_museum/?utm_source=ig_embed
https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/press-release/detail/2708/Leake_Auction_Company
https://leakecar.com/press-release-10-01-2019/
September 2019
https://www.superyacht.eu/shipyard-benetti/spectre/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Events/Event/Home/LasVegas-2019/c299e90d-6ce4-4f14-a3f4-4805b7509421
https://www.luxuo.com/motoring/yachting/monaco-yacht-show-records-111m-lurssen-tis.html
August 2019
https://yachtemoceans.com/spectre-yacht/
https://www.pianetadonne.blog/chi-e-john-staluppi-milionario-yacht-piu-lussuosi-e-veloci-al-mondo/
https://www.luxuo.com/motoring/yachting/benetti-spectre-yacht-style-review.html
http://www.barchemagazine.com/en/benetti-spectre-4/
http://oceanmagazine.com.au/tag/benetti/
July 2019
https://www.autonews.com/dealers/toyota-dealer-buys-1st-5th-gen-supra
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video/345247400
https://gearpatrol.com/2019/06/30/someone-paid-2-million-dollars-for-2020-toyota-supra-number-1/
https://www.motorauthority.com/news/supra
https://blog.dupontregistry.com/toyota/2020-toyota-gr-supra-track-day/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video/268644297
June 2019
https://blog.dupontregistry.com/toyota/2020-toyota-supra-1-delivered-to-john-staluppi/
Toyota dealer John Staluppi took possession of “Global #1,” the first 2020 GR Supra to roll off the production line, at the company’s Plano headquarters on Monday.https://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=242815
https://gearpatrol.com/2019/06/30/someone-paid-2-million-dollars-for-2020-toyota-supra-number-1/
https://www.motor1.com/news/357043/first-toyota-supra-delivered/
https://www.mulderdesign.nl/news/
https://www.mulderdesign.nl/%f0%9f%8f%86%f0%9f%8f%86%f0%9f%8f%86-third-award-for-megayacht-spectre/
May 2019
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/world-superyacht-awards-2019/index.html
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/world-superyacht-awards-2019-winners
https://www.charterworld.com/news/benetti-charter-yacht-spectre-receives-the-worlds-best-yacht-award
https://www.mulderdesign.nl/award-for-m-y-spectre-world-superyacht-awards-2019/
April 2019
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video/330241027
https://www.palmbeachpost.com/photogallery/LK/20190414/NEWS/413009974/PH/1
https://testdrivenow.com/tag/barrett-jackson/
March 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=dFahfHg3NYo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=70&v=vfaMOfZV66s
https://testdrivetech.com/learning-how-to-bid-with-john-staluppi-part-one/
https://testdrivetech.com/learning-how-to-bid-with-john-staluppi-part-two/
February 2019
http://www.bocaratonconcours.com/event/
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/yacht-spectre-sold
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/giorgio-m-cassetta-yacht-design
January 2019
Fresh from its unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show and here at Barrett-Jackson earlier this week, the much-anticipated 2020 Toyota Supra also hit the auction block on Saturday, accompanied by Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer. With the entire crowd in the auction arena on its feet, the incredible sale provided yet another amazing Barrett-Jackson moment when noted philanthropists Jeanette and John Staluppi bid an incredible $2.1 million for the rights to the first production Supra, VIN 20201. The entire hammer price will benefit both the American Heart Association and the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76QSfXU2gVc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=7&v=7eckYioK7FU
https://www.sportscardigest.com/barrett-jackson-scottsdale-2019-auction-results/
https://www.onallcylinders.com/2019/01/21/first-2020-toyota-supra-sells-2-1-million-charity-auction/
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/scottsdale-auction-day-eight-highlights/
December 2018
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/tech-talk-frank-mulder-on-spectre-s-hull-design
http://www.superyachts.com/motor-yacht-10614/spectre.htm
https://journal.classiccars.com/2018/12/25/collectors-sought-japanese-cars-during-2018/
https://notables.palmbeachpost.com/2018/12/12/be-bold-and-go-red-for-women-to-combat-heart-disease/
http://oceanmagazine.com.au/tag/benetti/
http://www.barchemagazine.com/en/benetti-spectre-2/
November 2018
https://yachtharbour.com/news/69-meter-superyacht-spectre-by-benetti-delivered-to-john-staluppi-2824
https://www.gentedimareonline.it/2018/cantieri/john-staluppi-si-gode-suo-spectre-benetti/
https://www.yachtsinternational.com/yachts/spectre-looms-large
https://newatlas.com/spectre-yacht-performance/57321/
October 2018
https://www.boatinternational.com/yachts/yacht-design/superyacht-elevators--30893
https://www.pressreader.com/usa/yachts-international/20181016/284176516828826
September 2018
http://www.superyachts.com/news/mys-2018-benetti-on-transforming-demand-9064.htm
https://www.pressreader.com/italy/superyacht/20180829/283369062892946
https://www.mulderdesign.nl/sea-trials-70m-spectre/
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http://oceanmagazine.com.au/bond-for-life/
August 2018
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https://www.charterworld.com/news/benetti-launches-superyacht-spectre-repeat-client-john-staluppi
https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/benetti-launches-superyacht-spectre-2811852/
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https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/benetti-launhes-69m-bond-inspired-superyacht-spectre
https://www.the-triton.com/2018/08/benetti-launches-third-of-007-trio/
https://www.yachtcharterfleet.com/news/industry
http://www.barchemagazine.com/spectre-benetti/
http://www.mulderdesign.nl/index.php?page=boat_detail&boatid=112
https://megayachtnews.com/2018/08/superyacht-spectre-splashes-at-benetti/
July 2018
https://www.superyachttimes.com/yacht-news/all-the-superyachts-of-the-monaco-yacht-show-2018
https://www.powerandmotoryacht.com/boats/considerations-when-repowering-your-boat
http://www.thechampionsfoundation.org/our-sponsors/
https://www.sportscarmarket.com/profile/1959-desoto-adventurer-convertible
June 2018
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https://robbreport.com/motors/marine/robb-report-interviews-yachting-ceo-vincenzo-poerio-2801340/
https://www.americancarcollector.com/profile/1956-packard-caribbean-convertible
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video/268644297
https://www.magzter.com/US/TEN-:-The-Enthusiast-Network/Hot-Rod/Automotive/283582
May 2018
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http://testdrivenow.com/cars-of-dreams-roll-into-barrett-jackson-palm-beach/
https://dolcemag.com/events/2018/barrett-jackson-palm-beach-car-auction-charity-florida/28635
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https://motorsportsnewswire.com/2018/05/08/barrett-jackson-sets-new-bar-collector-car-market/
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https://www.tprm.com/category/news/barrett-jackson/
April 2018
Barrett-Jackson Auction Sets Records In Palm Beach
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, was a star-studded event, featuring celebrity, record attendance, record auction sales and the largest number of registered bidders for any Palm Beach auction. Three impressive collections were sold at the 16th annual auction, highlighted by renowned collector and philanthropist John Staluppi’s highly coveted Cars of Dreams vehicles, which all sold at No Reserve.
Celebrities who flocked to the four-day auction included Jimmy De Martini, fiddler with the Zac Brown Band, as well as Hollywood icon Burt Reynolds, who greeted fans, signed autographs and encouraged bidding on the block for three Pontiac Trans Ams. Other celebrity guests included actor Alfie Wise, North Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera, NASCAR legend Rick Hendrick and former NFL wide receiver Reggie Wayne.
In total, 692 vehicles sold, nearly all at No Reserve, for more than $38.3 million, while 380 pieces of automobilia brought in over $702,000, and $450,000 was raised through the sale of charity vehicles, bringing the total auction sales to more than $39.4 million. This year’s auction also attracted more than 700 new bidders, a new record for Palm Beach. In addition, there was an impressive showing from the international community, including vehicle consignments from Brazil and Italy.
“Our guests have made the Palm Beach Auction such an electrifying event year after year,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We were especially honored to be trusted to auction three incredible collections, including the ‘Cars of Dreams’ owned by our good friends Jeanette and John Staluppi. Their 145 vehicles, which all sold at No Reserve, represented some of the finest examples of ’50s, ’60s and ’70sera American cars. It was a pleasure working alongside John and Jeanette to find new homes for the vehicles in his remarkable collection, and we so appreciate their philanthropic support of our charity efforts over the years.”
At the beginning of the week, Barrett- Jackson kicked off its 16th Annual Palm Beach Auction with a special parade featuring vehicles from John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams Collection. During the four-day auction, 145 vehicles from the collection sold for $13.96 million. Automobilia sales during this year’s event were among the best recorded to date in Palm Beach, with restored gas pumps and porcelain neon signs among the most sought-after pieces.
https://azure.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/classic-cars-sales-records-set-at-2018-palm-beach-auction/
https://gotowncrier.com/2018/04/record-setting-barrett-jackson-auto-auction/
http://www.corvetteblogger.com/2018/04/24/corvette-auction-results-2018-barrett-jackson-palm-beach/
http://www.automobilemag.com/news/top-ten-expensive-cars-sold-barrett-jacksons-2018-palm-beach-sale/
https://www.wptv.com/lifestyle/taste-and-see/how-you-can-drive-really-fast-this-weekend
http://cbs12.com/news/local/photos-john-staluppi-cars-of-dreams-museum-parade
March 2018
https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Video
https://dolcemag.com/auto-trend/john-staluppi-cars-of-dreams-barrett-jackson-auction/27942
For the second time, famed automobile collector John Staluppi is selling most of his automobile collection so he can start all over again.
Among all collectors of rare objects, whether they collect vintage wines, hand-crafted watches or fine crystals, the common characteristic is unwavering passion. Philanthropist and entrepreneur John Staluppi, owner of one of the most admired and notable classic car collections in the United States, is no exception.
Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams Collection will be a featured auction item of Barrett-Jackson, the leader in collector car and automotive events, at the 16th Annual Palm Beach Auction, April 12–15 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Staluppi’s collection features approximately 140 classic American cars — predominantly convertibles — from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. This collection is recognized for the quality of the cars and for the meticulous care each of these beauties has received. So why exactly is Staluppi putting them up for auction? Dolce put the question to him in a recent interview.
“It’s all about ‘the find’ with me,” says Staluppi. “I’m all about finding the cars, buying the cars and collecting the cars. I’m not a long-range holder on anything. Even in the stock market, when I feel like selling — winning or losing, I’m selling. I enjoy finding the cars, bidding on the cars, buying the cars and working on the cars.”
This might sound like a surprising philosophy, but Staluppi can’t be wrong. After all, from his start as a gas station mechanic in Brooklyn, New York, he has built a billion-dollar automotive dealership empire that employs more than 3,000 people.
“Even though my family were electrical contractors, I had no interest in putting my hand in a plug and getting a shock,” recalls Staluppi. “I always loved cars and I was a very good mechanic, and always wanted to open my own shop. So my family took out a mortgage on the home and helped me open my first gas station. That’s how I progressed.”
“I’M ALL ABOUT FINDING THE CARS, BUYING THE CARS AND COLLECTING THE CARS”
Inside every one of Staluppi’s car dealerships is a sign that summarizes his outlook on his business and toward his customers. It reads, “Every visitor to our dealership is an honoured guest in our home.”
“Car dealerships can be very intimidating environments for most people, as you’re walking in to buy an expensive item — probably the second-most expensive item, next to a home,” says Staluppi. “We want people to be relaxed. My guys do not say, ‘Can I help you?’ They say, ‘Good afternoon, how are you? My name is John, what’s yours?’ This makes people feel a little bit more comfortable. So that’s why we have that sign: so the customer knows how we want to treat people.”
Staluppi has been a car collector for decades. A few of the crown jewels in the Cars of Dreams Collection are a ’58 Dual Ghia Convertible; a ’69 Chevrolet Camero RS/SS Indy Pace Car; a ’65 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible; and a ’63 Volkswagen Beetle, one of the cars used in several of the iconic Herbie the Love Bug films by Walt Disney.
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February 2018
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https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20180205005982/en/
https://motorsportsnewswire.com/2018/02/19/palm-beach-auction-2018-barrett-jackson/
https://www.thepalmbeaches.com/blogs/ultra-americana-palm-beaches
January 2018
CHEVROLET CORVETTES RAISE $2.325 MILLION AT BARRETT-JACKSON TO BENEFIT MILITARY VETERANS
GM and Chevrolet offered two first retail production Corvette models for auction at Barrett-Jackson today raising a total of $2.325 million to benefit military veterans.
First up on the auction block was the Corvette Carbon 65 Edition coupe signed by President George W. Bush was bought by John Staluppi, owner of Atlantic Automotive Group, for $1.4 million. The proceeds will benefit the Bush Center’s Military Service Initiative. The primary goal of the Military Service Initiative is to ensure post-9/11 veterans and their families make successful transitions to civilian life with a focus on gaining meaningful employment and overcoming the invisible wounds of war.
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http://www.gm.com/mol/m-2018-jan-0120-barrett-jackson.html
http://jacksonville.com/autos/2018-01-27/barrett-jackson-scottsdale-auction-hits-1167-million-sales
https://www.corvettemuseum.org/explore/news/
December 2017
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https://yachtharbour.com/news/inside-john-staluppi-s-bond-themed-superyacht-fleet-2260
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https://www.bocaratonconcours.com/event/
November 2017
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October 2017
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September 2017
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August 2017
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July 2017
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June 2017
With his James Bond themed yachts, groundbreaking designs and larger than life personality, John Staluppi is one of our industry’s most recognisable figures. Staluppi, who expects his latest yacht, the 69m Spectre, to be delivered by Benetti in May 2018. Staluppi described his 57m Skyfall as his “interim” boat, when he met Felix Sowerbutts earlier this year at the Palm Beach Boat Show. Read Full Article
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May 2017
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April 2017
"Five charity cars raised the roof as they sold for a total of $515,000 (with an additional $10,000 donation by Michelle Mauzy and family), bringing Barrett-Jackson close to the $94 million mark in total funds raised for non-profits to date. A highlight was a ’96 Ford Mustang (Lot #3001) built by students at the Jordan Vocational High School in Georgia. Entrepreneur and collector car magnate John Staluppi and his wife Jeanette purchased it for $50,000.
“In an ultimate show of generosity, John and Jeanette announced they would re-auction the Mustang at our Northeast Auction to spur additional donations for the Jordan students,” said Jackson. “We’re grateful for their kindness and that of our other bidders who purchased charity vehicles."
Excerpt from : http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/local/education/article144030804.html
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Vocational education in high school helped shape Staluppi’s future, Harris said. “That was near and dear to his heart, because he saw how much value it had in his life.”
Staluppi, according to his online biography, “is a walking, talking embodiment of the American dream. Starting out as a gas station mechanic in Brooklyn, Staluppi built a billion-dollar business of car dealerships before turning his hand to creating some of the most iconic superyachts ever built.” He also established a vintage automobile museum, Cars of Dreams, which Team Red Jacket toured in North Palm Beach. Fla.
The bidding for Team Red Jacket’s car started at $10,000 and quickly quintupled, zooming past the auction’s $9,000 record for a student-restored car, Harris said he was told.
“We were excited and happy and emotional all at the same time,” Breanna said. “Most of us didn’t even think it would go past $18,000 or $20,000, but then it just kept going up.”
As the bids flowed, so did the tears.
“We all cried,” Breanna said.
Read more here: http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/local/education/article144030804.html#storylink=cpy
John Staluppi on brokerage - http://www.superyachtnews.com/owner/john-staluppi-on-brokerage
The veteran superyacht owner speaks of buying brokers’ realism for closing the gap between buyer and seller expectations… Read Full Article
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http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170410005842/en/World-Records-Charity-Car-Sales-High-Energy
March 2017
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http://megayachtnews.com/2017/03/spectre-outfitting-begins-benetti/
https://www.charterworld.com/news/benetti-69m-mega-yacht-spectre-nearing-completion
https://superyacht.news/glimpse-of-james-bond-themed-superyacht-spectre/
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http://www.superyacht.ru/news.html/id/629
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February 2017
https://yachtharbour.com/news/69m-benetti-project-spectre-taking-shape-1513
http://www.lagazzettamarittima.it/2017/02/22/da-piombino-il-super-yacht-spectre-di-benetti/
http://megayachtnews.com/2014/02/john-jeanette-staluppi-sunrise-yachts-skyfall/
http://www.bgcpbc.org/jeremiah-milbank-society
January 2017
megayachtnews.com - 7 Superyachts to See at the Miami Boat Show
hmy.com/article/HMY-Client-Spotlight-John-Staluppi-Viking-Enthusiast
December 2016
http://www.superyachtnews.com/design/barracudas-bid-for-the-worlds-fastest-superyacht
November 2016
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October 2016
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September 2016
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August 2016
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July 2016
June 2016
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May 2016
April 2016
Carolyn and Craig Jackson with John and Jeanette Staluppi.
http://www.barrett-jackson.com/Media/Home/Reader/barrett-jackson-palm-beach-friday-recap/
“Barrett-Jackson continues to lead the collector car community in supporting veterans, youth programs, medical research and countless other worthy causes,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Our history of helping runs deep in our company’s DNA and it’s such a rewarding experience to share the stage with many of the individuals that our charity vehicles benefit. Having a true hero like retired Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell on the block to support the Lone Survivor Foundation was one of the more inspirational moments we’ve experienced during a charity auction.”
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March 2016
February 2016
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Autoevolution.com - 1977-pontiac-firebird-trans-am-smokey-and-the-bandit-promo-car-sells-for-550k
Businesswire.com - Barrett-Jackson - 45th-Anniversary-Auction-Attracts-Big-Names
Megayachtnews.com - yachts-miami-beach-island-gardens-marina-megayachts
Boatinternational.com/yachts/news/benetti-sells-new-70m-superyacht-project
January 2016
Gizmag.com/herbie-auction-world-record-movie-car-investment-market
Luxuo.com/yachting/guide-dutch-superyacht-builders.html
Hubpages.com/travel/choosing-a-boat-name
Boatinternational.com/luxury-yacht-life/people-parties/james-bond-boats
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October/November 2015
Cnbc.com - Bond loving billionaires and their toys
Tumblr.com - Shop with a Cop 2015
September 2015
November 2015 - Shop with a Cop Benefit
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FlashbackFriday raised an estimated $75,000 which will benefit the Homeless Coalition’sCreating Housing Opportunities Program. It was a blast from the past!
July/August 2015
wsj.com/articles/gussied-up-colorado-ranch-lists
superyachtnews.com/fleet/23375/prolific-owner-returns-to-benetti
superyachts.com/news/benetti-sign-new-build-contract-for-66m-spectre-yacht
June 2015
SuperYachtNews.com- Prolific owner returns to Benetti
Charterworld.com - New 66m motor yacht fb269 by Benetti sold to John Staluppi
Boatinternational.com-John Staluppi signs order for 66m Benetti luxury yacht
May 2015
Based on the new Sunrise 68m by A. Vallicelli & Co, Project Skyfall was designed for one of the world's most experience yachtsmen, renowned for his spirit of innovation.
The aggressive sleekness of the yacht's lines reflects its ambitious performance targets: a fast displacement steel-hull, Project Skyfall will have a shallow draft of less than 3 metres, a top speed of 25 knots and a transatlantic range.
The yacht will also be a showcase of innovative technologies, never utilized on a yacht before, including VOITH linear jets propulsion and MME microturbines power generation.
Hemmings.com- Herbie at Cars of Dreams Museum
April 2015
The bidding was fierce, taking barely 3 minutes to complete. We all know from the Disney Love Bug movies that Herbie can drive himself, and did he ever this past Saturday. Herbie drove himself right into the record books selling for an eye popping $115,000 to well-known millionaire car dealer and collector John Staluppi.
Carbuyingtips.com -Herbie-Volkswagen-sells-Barrett-Jackson-Auction
Barrett Jackson - Palm Beach 2015 - Philanthropists and world-renowned car collectors Jeanette and John Staluppi donated an additional $100,000 to support the Achilles Freedom Team.
Business Wire - Barrett-Jackson - Auction Overview
Several vehicles were sold to benefit non-profit organizations, with 100 percent of the nearly $1 million dollars raised going to support veterans, children and other deserving charities.
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Torquenews.com - Copo-camaro-1-raises-400k-charity
On Saturday, WWE Hall of Fame member Hulk Hogan took center stage and, in true “Hulkamania” fashion, ripped the shirt off his back to help Barrett-Jackson raise much-needed funds for U.S. veterans, children, cancer patients and others across the country. A few generous, philanthropic car dealers combined to raise $400,000 for the Achilles Freedom Team. David Flynn purchased the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Race Car VIN #001 for $300,000 followed by an additional $100,000 pledge from Jeanette and John Staluppi.
“Every Barrett-Jackson auction brings with it an opportunity to improve the lives of deserving individuals and organizations through the sale of charity cars,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “We truly appreciate the consignors who donate their vehicles and the bidders who bid from their heart. I’m confident that some wonderful opportunities will open up for those in need with the nearly $1 million in charity auction sales in Palm Beach.”
Businesswire.com - Barrett-Jackson-Raises-1-Million-Charity
Looktothestars.org - Charity-at-car-auction
March 2015
Cnbc.com - The James Bond Yacht Flipper
Youtube.com - Cars of Dreams Hospice Benefit Car Show
February 2015
Worthavenueyachts.com - Palm-Beach-International-Boat-Show-Skyfall- 2015
Showmanagement.com - Palm-Beach-Boat-Show
YouTube.com - Miami Boat Show - Skyfall
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Superyachts.com - news/the-most-notable-yachts-of-the-2015-miami-boat-show-3670.htm
24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/worth-avenue-yachts-to-exhibit-nine-yachts-at-the-2015-miami-yacht-and-brokerage-show
January 2015
December 2014
Yachtworld.com/boat-content/2014/12/superyacht-owners-decide-two-james-bond-yachts-enough/
Charterworld.com/news/tag/focus-yacht-design
Theyachtmarket.com/articles/general/ten_fastest_super_yachts/
http://www.Charterworld.com/news/sunrise-yachts-john-staluppi-market-68m-motor-yacht-project-skyfall Worthavenueyachts.com- Skyfall http://www.Yachtcharterfleet.com/luxury-charter-yacht-22982/skyfall.htm October 2014 September 2014 July 2014 Norwichbulletin.com- Skyfall Docks June 2014 Sunriseyachts.com - Floating Assets Magazine - Rendering of Superyacht Skyfall Yacht International Magazine - Skyfall May 2014 February 2014 Sunriseyachts.com -sunrise-yachts-signs-new-contract-for-68m-project-skyfall.pdf Worthavenueyachts.com -worth-signs-68m-new-build-project Superyachtnews.com - skyfall-superyacht-sunrise-yachts-turkey-worth-avenue-yachts Charterworld.com - sunrise yachts - superyacht news Megayachtnews.com - john-jeanette-staluppi-sunrise-yachts-skyfall December 2013 Renderings for Staluppi Center - St Marks Episcopal Church John Staluppi's Christmas Lights 2013 - YouTube Video John Staluppi's Christmas Lights - Video/Photos November 2013 Bgcbc.org - Lifetime-Giving-Society Facebook.com - Benettiyachts Posts DAF on Cover of Luxe Et Al Magazine October 2013 Dreyfoos Scool of the Arts Foundation - Generous GrandParents
Fansshare.com - High Resolution Photo of Diamonds are Forever September 2013 Faith was rewarded: Having raised $7.7 million for construction, the 1,300-member Palm Beach Gardens church broke ground on the Staluppi Center, the crown jewel of its construction campaign. The 26,450-square-foot center comes complete with theater stage, kitchen, band room, choral room, art classroom with kiln, middle school science lab and computers, coffee shop and bookstore. Diamonds Are Forever - Cannes Boat Show Diamonds Are Forever at Monoco Yacht Show Diamonds Are Forever to be at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show August 2013 Worthavenueyachts.com - Cannes Boat Show Flickr.com - photos/thetoptier Yachtcharterfleet.com - Diamonds Are Forever July 2013 Businessinsider.com - Diamonds Are Forever Theyachtphoto.com - Diamonds Are Forever Mediterraneanboat.com - Diamonds Are Forever. June 2013 Aol.com -video - Million-Dollar-Collection Megayachtnews.com - Diamonds are Forever Magcloud.com - Browse Navis Issue May 2013 “St. Mark’s is a jewel,” says John Staluppi, a businessman and philanthropist whose two young grandchildren attend the school. “My wife Jeanette and I are thrilled to provide this gift to St. Mark’s, because the children, parishioners, and members of the community will benefit from the enhanced programs the center will provide.” April 2013 Worth Avenue Yachts Brokerage at The 2013 Palm Beach Boat Show Charterworld.com - International Yacht and Aviation Award Winners 2013 - Diamonds-Are-Forever Upcoming Yacht Shows - Monacoyachtshow.com March 2013 YouTube.com - Azimut-Benetti Group Official Presentation 2013
November 2014
New Cars of Dreams Museum website launched carsofdreams.com
Bgcpbc.org - Boys and Girls Club Donors
Stmarkspbg.org - Staluppi Center Renderings
Celebrdee.com - palm-beach-international-boat-show
February 2013
January 2013
Youtube.com - Diamonds Are Forever
Youtube.com - Diamonds Are Forever by Yachting Pleasure
Youtube.com - Diamonds Are Forever - Monoco
December 2012
Discovery.com - John Staluppi's Cars of Dreams Go Up for Auction - Watch Live!
St Augustine.com - Car museum selling its treasures
November 2012
Artdaily.com - John Staluppi's "Cars of Dreams" Collection Joins RM's Record 2012 Calendar
SportsCarDigest.com - RM-Auctions-John-Staluppi-2012-Auction-Preview
Extravaganzi.com - RM-Auctions-Offers-John-Staluppis-Car-of-Dreams-Collection
Conceptcarz.com - John Staluppi's 'Cars of Dreams' Collection Joins RM's Record 2012 Calendar
GoTownCrier.com - Cars-of-Dreams-Show-Benefits-Shop-with-a-Cop
October 2012
September 2012
Cannes International Boat Show - Video
Onboard Diamonds Are Forever - Video
“Diamonds Are Forever” on Display at 2012 Cannes and Monaco Yacht Shows
Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News Brief for Diamonds are Forever
August 2012
View Collection at carsofdreams.com
July 2012
June 2012
YouTube Video: Bugsy Gedlek photography - Diamonds Are Forever - Upper Deck
May 2012
April 2012 - Boat International Magazine
April 2012 - Boat International.com
(Excerpt from April 2012 - Boat International.com) Literally and metaphorically, John Staluppi has spent much of his life with his head in an engine. As a 16 year old mechanic he fell in love with the muscular engines of classic 1950s cars, whose voluptuous forms convey speed, even when standing still. Later his mechanical passion was the basis on which he built an empire of auto dealerships, and of his sideline in super yachts, which he commissions, uses, charters and sells. His success has afforded him the luxury of a private museum, Cars of Dreams in North Palm Beach, Florida, filled with angular sedans and undulating soft tops. But a visitor is still most likely to find him out the back, tinkering with a carburetor.
April 2012 - Show Boats International Magazine
3/22/12 - 3/25/12 - Palm Beach Boat Show
ShowManagement.com - Newsletter
(Excerpt) The largest yachts expected at this years show is the New 200' Benetti Luxury Superyacht "Diamonds Are Forever". Shown by Ocean Independance, this true luxury yacht is a stunning collaboration between John Staluppi, Benetti Yachts, and Evan K. Marshall. This combined talent has resulted in a yacht that meets the most demanding charter requirements; palatial amounts of space, the very best materials and technology, the highest levels of service, and the utmost privacy and security. This fantastic yacht cruises in on Friday morning so come see the queen as she makes her appearance at Palm Harbor Ramp E; Slip E300A
3/26/2012 - YouTube.com - "Highlights Palm Beach Boat Show"
(Excerpt) Our charter experts had the priceless opportunity of touring Owner John Staluppi's newest Bond-themed megayacht, DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER. This Benetti 60-meter masterpiece is a dazzling tribute to the superb naval architecture and engineering synonymous with the brand, and the artistic genius of designer Evan Marshall . . .
4/7/12
John & Jeanette Staluppi Buy "Garlits vs. Gwynn Dragsters" from Darrell Gwynn Foundation for $100,000 at 10th Annual Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction, April 7
(Excerpt from Article) Car purchase caps off amazing week of generosity by John & Jeannette Staluppi
DGF Donates $24,000 Wheelchair to Madison Wilson of Miami
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Longtime foundation supporters John & Jeannette Staluppi purchased the Garlits vs. Gwynn Dragsters (Lot #3006) from the Darrell Gwynn Foundation for $100,000 at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach on Saturday, April 7 hosted by the South Florida Fairgrounds. The car was donated back to the Darrell Gwynn Foundation by Ron Pratte after he purchased them at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale. Proceeds from the sale of these cars benefit the Darrell Gwynn Foundation's mission to SUPPORT people with paralysis and PREVENT spinal cord injuries.
"What an amazing gesture by John Staluppi," said Darrell Gwynn. "They've done so much for us and did so much for us this week I just can't thank them enough. Their generosity propelled our mission so much this week. I just thank them and may God Bless them."
In addition to purchasing the Garlits vs. Gwynn Dragsters, John & Jeannette Staluppi hosted "Wheels of Dreams", a fundraiser at their Cars of Dreams Museum to benefit the Darrell Gwynn Foundation on Thursday night and donated the 1960 Chevy Impala to the foundation that sold or $70,000 on Friday to Joe Riley at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach.
Also, while on stage at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach several Barrett-Jackson bidders and supporters pledged their generosity by making donations to the Darrell Gwynn Foundation collectively totaling approximately $30,000.
While on stage, the Darrell Gwynn Foundation donated a $24,000 "Mini-Mouse" themed power wheelchair to 4 year-old Madison Wilson of Miami. Madison, who is diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy with complications was denied the power wheelchair she needed by Medipass. She is a patient at the Ann Storck Center and she was referred to DGF by Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. Her new power wheelchair will give her the gifts of mobility and independence and allow her to start school next fall.
4/5/12
WHEELS OF DREAMS - Event to benefit the Darrell Gwynn Foundation
NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. – The Darrell Gwynn Foundation, on behalf of its donors, donated a $13,500 "Batman Themed" wheelchair to Tyler Wright, a six year-old from Pompano Beach, Fla. "Wheels of Dreams" Gala at the Cars of Dreams Museum on April 5. Tyler, a well-liked student at Charles Drew Elementary School, is diagnosed with cerebral palsy and could not propel himself in his old manual wheelchair. Medicaid denied his claim for the proper wheelchair he needs. The new power wheelchair will give him the gift of mobility he needs so he can ride the bus to school on his own and engage more with his classmates as well as be more independent at home. The donation was made through the Darrell Gwynn Foundation's national Wheelchair Donation Program.
Tyler in his new Batman themed wheelchair complete with cape and mask was able to visit with his family a replica of the famous "Batmobile" which is on display at the Cars of Dreams Museum. The event was hosted and underwritten by John & Jeannette Staluppi. Proceeds from the event benefited the Darrell Gwynn Foundation's mission to provide SUPPORT for people with paralysis and PREVENT spinal cord injuries.
AUTOMOTIVE LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE AWARDS - JOHN STALUPPI - BUSINESSMAN EXTRAORDINAIRE
"It's the Oscars of the Auto Industry," said Grant Cardone, best-selling author and noted sales expert.
12 Questions with John Staluppi
Becoming Number One:
It's all about people and process.
Staying on top:
Focusing on the growth areas of our business, customer retention and the Internet.
Key Vendors or partners:
Reynolds & Reynolds; AAX (DealerTrack's inventory management system)
Something unique about Atlantic Hyundai:
Our average employee tenure is over 10 years.
Favorite part about being a dealer:
The continuous challenge and excitement.
Favorite vehicle:
1962 Corvette
Charities:
Make-A-Wish Foundation
One homerun in 2010:
Using the Joe Verde training sessions
Something you would do differently last year:
Well, we just didn't have enough focus on our used car business.
What would you improve in the automotive industry?
Due to the industry reputation, it is very tough to recruit and attract educated young people. It is a great business and people would see that if they gave it the chance.
Next five years:
Look for Hyundai to continue on its path of gaining market share.
Leadership:
A leader finds a way to get the most out of his people. A leader builds a team and surrounds himself with people more talented than himself.
MAXIM's April Rose takes you for a spin around John Staluppi's Cars of Dreams Museum.
3/11/2012 - John Staluppi and Cars of Dreams Hospice Fundraiser
3/10/12 - Palm Beach Post - "Vroom in your heart? You can help Hospice"
by Jodie Wagner
Hundreds of vintage hot rods, classic cars and new luxery vehicles will be on display Sunday at the fourth annual South East Rods and Customs Cars of Dreams Show and Raffle.
The show will be held at the Cars of Dreams Museum, 133 U.S. 1 and a nearby lot. More than 4,000 classic-car enthusiasts are expected to attend the event, which includes a car show featuring restored classic cars and trucks, hot rods and luxury vehicles, food vendors and a tour of the private Cars of Dreams Museum.
Admission to the car show, which runs from 9.am to 4 pm, is free. The museum will be open from 9am to 2:30 pm. Admission is $10, with proceeds benefiting the Hospice of Palm Beach County Foundation.
The Cars of Dreams Museum, owned by John Staluppi and his wife, Jeannette, houses a comprehensive classic-car collection spanning more than 50 years, a hand carved carousel, a 1950's-era garage, a fire station and a town square.
Staluppi opens the museum to the public just twice a year for charity events, including the Shop With a Cop fundraiser sponsored by the Palm Beach County Sherriff's Office.
"It's just amazing," said Lauryn Barry, special events manager for Hospice of Palm Beach County. "It's formatted like an old-time, '50's town."
For this event, Staluppi donated a 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am as part of the raffle.
John Staluppi receives 2012 Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award.
2/12 - Blacktiemagazine.com /Boca_Raton_Concours_d'Elegance
News Archive for Diamonds are Forever Superyacht for Charter:
Benetti Starts the New Year with a New Boat
This winter, bring up to 12 guests and cruise through the Caribbean on Benetti's new 200-foot custom megayacht available for charter through Ocean Independence. The new vessel, Diamonds Are Forever, can travel at a maximum speed of 16 knots and has an oceanic range of 4,800 nautical miles at 12 knots. Its custom interior—designed with Italian marble, onyx, wood, and mother-of-pearl—includes two master suites with sea views, four guest rooms, a fitness room, and a parlor (which can be converted into an extension off the owner's suite). An elevator runs through all decks, including a sky lounge, a sundeck, and a top deck that can accommodate helicopter landings and takeoffs. Diamonds Are Forever will be available for charter through the Mediterranean (approximately $418,000 to $462,000 per week) this spring. (+44.77.88.755.334, www.oceanindependence.com)
—Christina Garofalo
New launch in Livorno for Benetti Custom megayachts - November 2011
"Diamonds Are Forever", this is the name of the new Custom megayacht launched on Saturday 26th November 2011 at the state-of-the-art Benetti shipyard in Livorno.
Benetti FB253 60mt is the boat's official identification, but for its owner it's "Diamonds Are Forever": the official name of the yacht and the very personal signature of Mr. John Staluppi, an established shipowner who has always been a fan of the Bond, James Bond saga.
Based on Benetti naval architecture and engineering, the elegant external line of the new FB253 Diamonds Are Forever is characterised by compact forms and dynamic slender lines: a balanced combination of traditional design elements and modern innovative stylistic solutions which have become the shipyard's distinguishing mark throughout the world.
On board, customisation to meet the needs and desires of the shipowner is total: the particular arrangement of the cabins, the location of the wheelhouse on the flybridge, the interior design and decor, the engine room made entirely of stainless steel and the addition of the top deck above the flybridge, a private panoramic deck 12 metres above the sea which can be reached by the glass lift that serves all the yacht decks.
Benetti have prelaunched the 61 metre Diamonds Are Forever, on schedule for her official launch later this year, when she will become available for charter through Ocean Independence from December 2011
Sparkling in the early Autumn Italian sunshine this week, as she took to the water, the 61 metre Diamonds Are Forever features a signature Evan K Marshall interior. The design synergy created through the longstanding owner designer relationship has resulted in a superb layout and sophisticated styling focusing on a full service guest concept for the charter market.
Comprising of two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms. A guest elevator to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded deck spaces. Of particular note is the additional top deck, located above the sun deck, which forms a very private, panoramic deck which is also served by the central elevator. The aft part of the sun-deck also allows easy touch and go helicopter operations.
Ocean Independence
Peter Thompson / Michael White
+44 (0)207 380 7600
pthompson@ocyachts.com / mike@ocyachts.com
www.oceanindependence.com
About Diamonds are Forever:
Built to a design in-house by Benetti the Italian superyacht manufacturer features a signature Evan K Marshall interior comprising two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms.
Measuring 60.95-meters with a 10.50-meter overall beam, 2011 motor yacht Diamonds are Forever is being built under the hull ID FB 253. Benetti Hull FB 253 will accommodate up to twelve guests in two master staterooms (VIP) and four guest cabins as well as accommodations for up to fifteen crew members.
Large windows enable natural light to filter into the Evan K Marshall styled interior to showcase a variety of natural shades including browns, tans, creams and whites.
There are guest and service elevators to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded deck spaces. A special feature of yacht Diamonds are Forever is the additional top deck, located above the sun deck, which forms a very private, panoramic deck.
The aft part of the sundeck can be transformed from a large relaxing area outfitted with several lounge chairs into a touch and go helipad, while technological superiority will be ensured by Millennium Edition build supervision.
M/Y Diamonds are Forever is expected to achieve a top speed of 16 knots with a range of just under 5,000 nautical miles cruising at 12 knots thanks to twin CAT 3512C engines and 120,000 LT capacity fuel tanks.
Diamonds Are Forever - Custom Yacht for John Staluppi
by Benetti Yachts and Evan K. Marshall/Usonia V
The name's Staluppi, John Staluppi. If a boat is named after a Bond film, then it must be John Staluppi's boat – it's almost a personal signature, expressing one of the individual preferences of the legendary American tycoon, although for some time now he has been involved in a stronger, more overwhelming passion: period cars. John Staluppi has cultivated his passion for classic cars for many years, putting together his own private collection of fabulous vehicles that culminated in the creation of the incredible Cars of Dreams Museum. It's a remarkable, unique collection of numerous cars from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, all beautifully preserved in the immaculate splendour of their impeccably polished paintwork and glittering mirror-effect chrome plating. With their sleek lines and bright colours, these cars are fascinating metal sculptures, magically intact examples of technological and artistic beauty. They're certainly worth a lot of money, but more importantly they are a great historical treasure and an immense cultural asset, safeguarded thanks to John Staluppi. Nonetheless, other genres of artwork move him as well, and boats play a notable part here. Presumably for reasons of space, the considerable size of these seaborne masterworks make it impossible to put them together in a collection, and this is probably why John Staluppi likes to change his boat frequently. Over the years, he has had a large number of custom motor yachts built, and they have entered yachting legend for all time, standing out for their ultra high speed performance, which was in turn made possible by the cutting-edge technologies that the enlightened Owner explicitly requested from the best shipyards. Recently, however, John and Jeannette Staluppi have changed course and have become more interested in the production of custom motor yachts for tranquil cruises, typified by the size of the interiors and the magnificence of the fittings. For their next boat, the American couple put their faith in the Italian shipyard Benetti Yachts: the project for Diamonds Are Forever, as this unique "Quad Deck Design" motor yacht is called, was signed in December last year and the new motor yacht will be launched in August next year.
The Shop With a Cop event is a way the that Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office helps underprivileged children during the holiday season. The money will help deputies buy presents for children this Christmas.
Annual Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
To Benefit "Shop With A Cop" Kid's Event
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Car Show Supports Sheriff's Organization
Shop With A Cop Event Exceeds Goal
NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Palm Beach County Sheriff Rick Bradshaw says a North Palm Beach Car show helps them exceed their goal for the annual "Shop With a Cop" event.
The Shop With a Cop event is a way the that Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office helps underprivileged children during the holiday season. The money will help deputies buy presents for children this Christmas.
Cars of Dreams helped organize and sponsor the event, and Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said it was a success.
"Number one, this is going to be the biggest crowd we've had since we started this event. Number two, the weather has been great, but the most important thing is underprivileged children are going to have a good Chirstmas because of this event," said Bradshaw.
News for Diamonds are Forever Superyacht for Charter:
Benetti Starts the New Year with a New Boat
JANUARY 11, 2012
This winter, bring up to 12 guests and cruise through the Caribbean on Benetti's new 200-foot custom megayacht available for charter through Ocean Independence. The new vessel, Diamonds Are Forever, can travel at a maximum speed of 16 knots and has an oceanic range of 4,800 nautical miles at 12 knots. Its custom interior—designed with Italian marble, onyx, wood, and mother-of-pearl—includes two master suites with sea views, four guest rooms, a fitness room, and a parlor (which can be converted into an extension off the owner's suite). An elevator runs through all decks, including a sky lounge, a sundeck, and a top deck that can accommodate helicopter landings and takeoffs. Diamonds Are Forever will be available for charter through the Mediterranean (approximately $418,000 to $462,000 per week) this spring. (+44.77.88.755.334, www.oceanindependence.com)
—Christina Garofalo
Benetti have prelaunched the 61 metre Diamonds Are Forever, on schedule for her official launch later this year, when she will become available for charter through Ocean Independence from December 2011
Sparkling in the early Autumn Italian sunshine this week, as she took to the water, the 61 metre Diamonds Are Forever features a signature Evan K Marshall interior. The design synergy created through the longstanding owner designer relationship has resulted in a superb layout and sophisticated styling focusing on a full service guest concept for the charter market.
Comprising of two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms. A guest elevator to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded deck spaces. Of particular note is the additional top deck, located above the sun deck, which forms a very private, panoramic deck which is also served by the central elevator. The aft part of the sun-deck also allows easy touch and go helicopter operations.
Ocean Independence
Peter Thompson / Michael White
+44 (0)207 380 7600
pthompson@ocyachts.com / mike@ocyachts.com
www.oceanindependence.com
About Diamonds are Forever:
Built to a design in-house by Benetti the Italian superyacht manufacturer features a signature Evan K Marshall interior comprising two panoramic master suites and four guest staterooms.
Measuring 60.95-meters with a 10.50-meter overall beam, 2011 motor yacht Diamonds are Forever is being built under the hull ID FB 253. Benetti Hull FB 253 will accommodate up to twelve guests in two master staterooms (VIP) and four guest cabins as well as accommodations for up to fifteen crew members.
Large windows enable natural light to filter into the Evan K Marshall styled interior to showcase a variety of natural shades including browns, tans, creams and whites.
There are guest and service elevators to all decks, a full beam sky lounge and vast open and shaded deck spaces. A special feature of yacht Diamonds are Forever is the additional top deck, located above the sun deck, which forms a very private, panoramic deck.
The aft part of the sundeck can be transformed from a large relaxing area outfitted with several lounge chairs into a touch and go helipad, while technological superiority will be ensured by Millennium Edition build supervision.
M/Y Diamonds are Forever is expected to achieve a top speed of 16 knots with a range of just under 5,000 nautical miles cruising at 12 knots thanks to twin CAT 3512C engines and 120,000 LT capacity fuel tanks.
John Staluppi receives 2011 Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award. Read Details Below:
Wheels of Dreams Event - You Tube - Darrell Gwynn Foundation
The Darrell Gwynn Foundation donated a custom-built $33,000 power-wheelchair with a standing feature to Jedidiah Gore at the "Wheels of Dreams" Gala hosted by John & Jeanette Staluppi's Cars of Dreams Museum in North Palm Beach, Fla. on Tuesday, April 5, 2011. Gore, a Miami native, was in need of a new wheelchair after his old wheelchair was no longer operational and he was denied by Medicaid a new power wheelchair with the standing feature. The Darrell Gwynn Foundation stepped in to provide the necessary wheelchair to improve the quality of his life. Jedidiah is a huge fan of the Miami HEAT and he received a Miami HEAT themed wheelchair. The Miami HEAT also donated three wheelchair accessible tickets to the Miami HEAT vs. Milwaukee Bucks game on April 6 to Jedidiah so he could attend his first HEAT game with his family.
Cars of Dreams opens its doors and raises more than $44,000 for Hospice
April 6, 2011
"Cars of Dreams" Benefit Car Show at the Cars of Dreams Museum in North Palm Beach. The event, which also offered a rare glimpse of John Stalupp's private Cars of Dreams Museum, attracted more than 2,000 visitors and raised more than $44,000 for Hospice of Palm Beach County."I have been touched by Hospice in my own life and to partner with John Staluppi for this event was a win-win for everyone," www.serodsncustoms.com founder Donnie Hancock said.
He created the family oriented club to encourage appreciation and preservation of the cars and to support local charities and help neighbors in need. After one of its members was served by Hospice of Palm Beach County, the club made Hospice its primary charity.
"They treated him fantastic," Hancock said. "Hospice is there for everybody."
To car enthusiasts, the Cars of Dreams Museum is the eighth wonder of the world. John Staluppi and his wife Jeannette converted part of the old Twin City Mall, placing classic cars in tableaux that include a 1950s-era garage, a fire station and a town square with a working hand-carved antique carousel and a drive-in theater. John Staluppi opens the museum to the public only three times a year for charity events.
"This year, we have at least 400 more cars than last year and at least a 1,000 more people,"John Staluppi. "I love it; I love doing it. It's a great charity."
To learn more about Hospice of Palm Beach County programs or for more information, call 1-800-HOSPICE.