Gold-plated bicycle with 35cc engine to be auctioned
Soon after being going through the list of most expensive bicycles in the world, all of us can very well understand the importance of a carbon fiber bike can be, but a gold-plated one doesn’t really serve any real purpose barring a high luxury quotient. On the other hand for all those who differ in opinion, then a gold plated bike with saddle, brake levers and pannier bags set in leather is going under the hammer. The bicycle also features a 35cc engine, so you don’t need to exercise a lot on it either.
The all customized Italian Tommasini gent’s tourer sports a gold-plated frame and parcel rack, with a 35cc auxiliary motor, with a gold-plated fuel tank for steep climbs. As per auctioneer Malcolm Claridge, it is estimated at $3,170, the vendor believes the bicycle is one of a limited edition of only two in the world and it comes complete with the original Swiss hand-written bill of sale from 1995.
Rolls-Royce Year of the Dragon Ghost EWB commissioned by Rusnak
Name any of them Aston Martin or Rolls-Royce, the biggest names in auto world has come forward to pay their tribute to the “Year of the Dragon” with exclusive limited edition offerings. The latest tribute to the “Year of the Dragon” comes from Southern California dealership, Rusnak Rolls-Royce Pasadena. Given the high demand for the exclusive Chinese Year of the Dragon Rolls-Royce, which sold out in merely two months, the car dealership has decided to cash in on the success of this special edition.
The luxurious upgrades found in the Year of the Dragon Phantom, have been fitted into the smaller and sportier Rusnak Ghost EWB special edition. Rusnak has paid special attention to all minute details including custom embroidery work and gold-painted dragons found on the limited edition Phantom. What is more, Ghost EWB even comes with hand-stitched cushions for the rear.
A personal heater-cooler system
The temperatures have risen and the world’s wiping a drop of sweat off its brow. We humans aren’t the only ones who suffer the heat. We’ve just stumbled across a perfect way to keep your furry friend comfortable this summer. Called the CR-2550, this air cooling and heating system by Climate Right is the perfect way to have your pet live comfortably.
It is very capable of heating or cooling to 350 cubic feet of space, the Climate Right is perfect for your dog or cat house. To be made available from May for $600 for the heater/cooler combo, this contraption by Climate Right is fairly easy to install too, and needs a simply electricity sock to power up, giving your pet a relief from the drastic temperatures outside.
Ferrari-powered BaByliss Pro Volare X1 Clipper
The Ferrari Design Team came up with this BaByliss Pro Volare X1 Clipper in conjunction with BaByliss. As efficient and superbly designed as a Ferrari can get, the BaByliss Pro Volare X1 Clipper comes with titanium-coated steel cutting blades, giving you that smooth and trim look as you step outside.
The clipper sports higher performance insides than the conventional clipper and has a powerful motor designed by the guys at Ferrari Design making it the supercar of hair clippers. A perfect way to bring your motoring craze to your grooming cabinet, the BaByliss Pro Volare X1 Clipper sculpted by Ferrari is probably the quickest way to shave too.
China dealer sells 14 since 3 days of opening store
The China economy is all set by depicting no signs for a downfall. After overtaking India to become the world’s biggest gold market in 2012 and overthrowing Japan to become the world’s second largest luxury good consumer, the country has now set yet another record. The growing appetite of the wealthy Chinese citizens for all things luxurious, the nation is in the news once again. Reportedly, a south China private jet dealer—Zhuhai Cirrus General Aviation Co. Ltd. (Zhuhai BAC), has sold 14 aircrafts since opening for business on Friday. The dealer has seen sales take off almost immediately, with no sign of slowing down.
The dealer is the country’s first fixed-base operator (FBO) that provides aeronautical services such as fueling, hangaring and aircraft maintenance. The models sold were U.S.-made lightweight Cirrus SR20s and SR22s, priced nearly $480,000 and $790,800 respectively. Given the lengthy procedures and strict regulations that the jet-setting creamy layer of society has to go through to acquire private jets, this news is definitely surprising. If this trend continues, China will be the next hotspot for the aviation industry.
Aqua Sense electronic shower system delivers spa-like experience
For all those who cannot afford to have a bathroom with jet spray because of space constraint can look for a futuristic shower design instead. One such option comes from Graff as it has come up with a new electronic shower system called Aqua Sense. It is said to offer “spa-like luxury, while remaining sustainable”. The system features ceiling mounted shower heads, RGB lighting effect, speakers, touch-screen control panel, a waterfall shower, a wall-mounted cascade and rainfall showerhead and a wall-mounted cascade and rainfall with RGB LED shower head.
DMC Lamborghini Aventador LP900 Molto Veloce
Those of you who own the Lamborghini Aventador LP700 can cheer as they have a great opportunity to overhaul their supercars into the all new Molto Veloce. DMC is offering an overhaul job for folks who’re looking to add exclusivity and peg up the speed factor on their LP700 models, by upgrading the engine to that of the LP900. DMC is using 12 unique single throttle plates, one per each cylinder while other components like Gasoline pumps, pressure modulators and injection nozzles will be replaced by new components. There are going to be other replacements of electronic load pressure control system, optimized engine electronics and a completely new wiring.
The car also gives you an option of body kit replacement complete with front fascia, lower lip spoiler and splitter, side skirts, rear wing spoiler and rear fascia with diffuser, all composed of carbon fiber. The entire interior makeover would cost $23,300 and the engine modifications would cost $1,100. The whole upgrade on the Lamborghini Aventador will cost about $25,700 at their German or Swiss workshops.
Aston Martin and John Lobb team up to launch the Winner Sport shoes
Both Aston Martin and John Lobb have clubbed together in order to create a unique lightweight driver’s shoe- Winner Sport. The sleek aerodynamic shoe and its finely-tuned detailing is reminiscent of the body of an Aston Martin sedan. Winner Sport is crafted around John Lobb’s 8695 last and is composed of full grain calfskin and supple sheep skin. The ankle is padded with soft material for comfort and a specially engineered bonded rubber sole is wrapped beneath the shoe to give it a sleek and sporting feel.
The wholesome design of the shoe is reflect the automotive design cues of Aston Martin. Winner Sport has a Sporty Stratos White rubber sole version in colors of Graphite Grey, Winter Wheat, Frost White and Saddle Tan. The Racy Fire Red rubber soles version comes in color combinations of Storm black, Bitter Chocolate, Westminster Green and Aurora Blue. The entire range of the winter Sport shoes will be available by May 2012 in selected John Lobb and Aston Martin stores.
A round trip to Mars
If you think similarly like the SpaceX CEO, then spending half a million bucks on a Mars trip is just the right thing to do. The SpaceX CEO, which plans to send people to the red planet through Nasa’s new commercial partners. Elon Musk has created a set up consisting of the Falcon 9 launcher and the Dragon vessel to take cargo and crew to the space station.
In the second half this year or early 2013 we can expect a first full demonstration of their capabilities on an unmanned sortie to the orbiting outpost. With the ticket priced at about half a million dollars, the maker describes the cost of a ticket will fund “a mature system that had been operating for about a decade”. Voyagers may have to wait for a good 10-15 years for the dream to become a reality.
Kristen Stewart gifts Robert Pattinson a Steinway grand piano
It is always wonderful when your loved one surprises you with something very special and meaningful to celebrate a milestone. Twilight actress Kristen Stewart has gifted a piano to her long time love Robert Pattinson for their third anniversary. A source close to Kristen whispered that she was searching high-end piano shops in Los Angeles and has been researching the same with the help of top musicians and finally closed on the $80,000 Steinway grand piano.
As per sources, Kristen recognized the fact that “Robert’s been playing the piano his whole life and admits it’s the perfect escape for him when the showbiz world, paparazzi and fans get too much. Playing the piano is Rob’s therapy when he needs to be alone, to think, to get emotional and crazy”. For the sake of Kristen and Robert and for the celebration of their young love I hope the source’s information is true.
