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SALON PRIVE APRIL 2022 REVIEW
Salon Prive - The finest in luxury. Sports hypercars. Supercar and electric vehicle events returns to London this April 2022.
I'm so excited to have been in attendance on day 1. I had the dream job of viewing some luxurious cars with a glass of champagne in hand. This was my first time at such a car show and to say I enjoyed viewing the very latest from top car manufacturers in the world would be an understatement.
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| Signed ferrari up for sale at Salon Prive |
On show at Salon Prive are brand new unveilings from luxury names like Aston Martin. Porsche. Bugatti. Lamborghini. Maserati and Rolls-Royce. Please don't ask me to choose a favourite!
Along with 60 stunning restomod classics in the Concours. All available to buy at the show.
Thursday 21st of April was the official opening day of Salon Prive 2022. At the prestigious and historic Royal Chelsea hospital. The sun shone from start to finish and other members of the press joined me for an exclusive first look at all the swanky new and classic automobiles that were to be on display throughout the three day luxury car show.
My day started with a behind the scenes welcome from director David Bagley in the Sloane hospitality pavilion. A place for visitors to drink and dine throughout the three day event. Courtesy of JKS hospitality.
CATON
The official reveal of Healey by Caton was something you had to witness for yourself to truly appreciate. With only 25 examples of the modernised Austin Healey from the early 1950's being hand-built at the Catons plant in Coventry.
Each Healey is on sale at a price of £500,000 and available to purchase at Salon Prive.
Catons approach towards Healey’s restoration includes subtle design alterations. Such as the removal of some exterior handles.
Whilst the chosen engine is a smaller 2,954cc four-cylinder unit fitted to exceed the original 100mph top speed of the car.
BUGATTI
Next we moved on to admire H.R Owen Bugattis latest model. Which made its debut at Salon Prive London with The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport. By Sur Mesure.
ASTON MARTIN
After the viewing delights of Bugatti Chiron. I witnessed the unveiling of the Aston Martin DBX707. Which is only the world's most powerful. Luxury SUV! Sorry - not sorry! I couldn't help but have my attention taken by the Aston Martin sports car next to it!
FERRARI
Next, I got to soak in the sights of wonder car Ferrari's first ever road car. The new Ferrari 296 GTB. With rear-wheel drive plug-in (PHEV) hybrid architecture.
Also on show was the Daytona sp3 which is sold out and currently costs approximately 1.8 million pounds!
TUSHEK
A viewing of the updated model of Tushek TS900 Apex was next. Making its global public debut at Salon Privé London 2022.
Tushek have manufactured the lightest hybrid hypercar on the market. With a new, patented electric drive system. It's a momentous achievement. As Tushek join an elite handful of innovators to have achieved such an engineering breakthrough.
I also saw the latest from Genesis and Morgan motor.
LAND ROVER
The latest from Land rover includes 3 different rim options for the first time and unique grills.
MUSTANG
Then I was treated to the global premier of the Electric Mustang. One of my favourite car brands! With customers able to order the EV at the exclusive luxury car show.
ALFA ROMEO 12C AND THE MISSING LINK BOOK LAUNCH
A memorable moment at the show was the unveiling of the vintage Alfa Romeo 12C. It's not on sale and retains it's chipped paintwork. On display courtesy of Progetto 33, who don't sell cars. Instead they protect them by making books on legacies of old.
PRODRIVE
This road approved version of a dessert buggy style car is huge and one of the most unique vehicles on show this year. I tried to sit in the drivers seat and literally had to throw myself in which was a laugh!
ROLLS ROYCE
The unveiling of the latest rolls Royce cars was one of my most memorable and favourite moments at Salon Prive 2022. The bright blue colour choice was show-stoppingly beautiful. New features include a back-lit pantheon grill for 1st time.
EXCALIBUR WATCHES
I'm between all the car viewing. We were treated to a look at the latest from Roger Dubois. Manufacturer of one of the world's most expensive watches. The excalibur.
LAMBORGHINI
The Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimate is a sight for sore eyes that was on display. It's the latest version of Lamborghini Aventador and the most powerful Aventador ever made.
HUNTER
The spectacular new Hunter also made its UK public debut at Salon Privé London. As the world’s first. All-terrain hypercar. It's been developed from the Bahrain Raid Xtreme competition car, that was driven by nine-times. World Rally Champion Sébastien Loeb. At the world’s toughest motorsport event – the Dakar. Finishing second overall this year.
ALPINE
Alpine founded in 1955 by Jean Rédélé, became legendary when the Alpine A110 ‘Berlinette’ won the 1971 and 1973 Monte Carlo Rally. Now, Alpine is back with the new A110. Just as light, compact and agile as ever.
BATISTA
Batista was another innovator at the show. Paving the way for a new era of full-electric hyper cars.
THE CONCOURS
Stroll the grounds of the concourse to admire vintage restomods. Automotive greats such as the Barnato-Hassan Bentley racer and the UK’s first Ferrari Daytona also graced the grounds of the Royal Chelsea Hospital in the Concours.
PAL V
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HARLEY DAVIDSON
Last but not least, we viewed some Harley Davidson motorbikes. Pioneer of the first all electric motorcycle, which has a rain mode and other ride modes.
Second we were introduced to a famous bike that featured in Terminator 2. This modern version featured a show stopping silver design.
Then it I got to view a Harley Davidson adventure bike. With adaptive ride height. This is the first entry into what is the most popular entry touring market for bikes.
POMMERY CHAMPAGNE
After the press viewings in the sun, I was parched and first in line for some champs! I enjoyed a chilled glass of champagne at the pommery bar. Pommery is one of Salon Prive's sponsors. It's a champagne house that was started by Madame Pommery.
JESS MILLINER
I then strolled across the lawn to check out Jess Collet Milliner's stunning hats but not before a quick look at breeze house's garden bar huts. Which will allow even those of us in the Northern hemisphere to feel like we're on a tropical island in our own back yard! Thanks to cosy ceiling heating options.
Jess Milliner create stunning ladies headwear and fascinator hats. Perfect for your next luxury event. I tried a really fancy one on - as pictured.
After browsing. I took to my seat for the supercars manufacturer parade.
Next it was time for lunch at the dining village by JKS. With michelin star options to choose from.
Also taking place later that day was the Concours de vente car parade at 3pm. Later still, an evening bar was available. Where Djs kept the crowd entertained until closing time at 9pm.
Friday 22nd April 2022 is Ladies day at Salon Prive. Where ladies - and gents are encouraged to don their best attire.
Attend wearing period outfits to match cars from the 20s to the 80s. Or dress to impress in a more modern ensemble. Don't forget your fascinator or fancy hat. As the winner of best hat will be announced in the early evening. Where the winning lady receives a fabulous prize. Courtesy of boodles. Best of luck!
Saturday 23rd April is salon prives dedicated family day. Where children under 4 go free. Whilst kids over 4 pay half price.
Salon Privé London is donating 20% of all Entry Ticket revenue to the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) via Work for Good. As well as holding a big fundraising auction during the three day proceedings.
Salon Privé London promised to be London’s most exclusive automotive party and they certainly did not dissapoint. With so much to see and do in addition to all the show-stopping motoring attractions.
From the shopping village. Filled with luxury brands. Including British jeweller Boodles and British perfume house Penhaligons. Which also happens to be one of my personal favourite perfume brands. Plus a driving similator for fun and thrills.
Alongside another of my favourite luxury past times - Champagne and Cocktails! London Essence cocktail bars delivered on the cocktail front. With exciting cocktails from NoMad. Louie and the Donovan Bar mixologists.
There's still time to purchase tickets for the remaining two days. Or reserve your tickets for the second Salon Prive car show of the year at https://www.salonprivelondon.com/buy-tickets/ Taking place this summer at the prestigious Blenheim Palace!