Elite Traveler May-June 2015

elite traveler MAY/JUNE 2015 ISSUE 3 43

TAKE THREE/// ALL THE EIGHTS

1 MORGAN AERO 8 The fifth generation of the ever-so-British Aero 8 boasts a German engine (a 4.8-litre V8 from BMW). But for all this is the most advanced Morgan ever, the lack of fussy electronic driver aids means it’s as much fun as ever. morgan-motor.co.uk 2 AUDI R8 At the other extreme when it comes to electronic driver technology, this new-look R8 boasts laser headlamps, a customizable digital dashboard (or virtual cockpit) and (of course) the latest Quattro four-wheel drive audi.com Ushering in a new era for the ultimate Italian supercar brand, this is the replacement for the popular 458 Italia and is the first mid-engined turbocharged V8 the firm has offered. It delivers a rasping 660bhp at 8000rpm. A lovely treat from the prancing horse. ferrari.com 3 FERRARI 488GTB

Jaguar’s heritage drive days feature classics from the 1950s and 1960s

FUN DRIVE JAGUAR HERITAGE DRIVING EXPERIENCE

other and against their successors from the current range. The pick of the driving experiences is the all-day “Grace and Pace Experience” ($3,000), which involves a whole day, during which you will be driving a total of nine great Jaguars, including classics from the 1950s (with potentially both classic C-Types and D-Types on offer), as well as the more up-to-date XKR-S GT and F-Type R. All the driving takes place on a specially prepared private test facility, with instructors and experts on hand to help you get the most from the day. If you can tear yourself away from the track, lunch is an (almost) equally enjoyable, luxurious affair at the nearby Orange Tree restaurant. Learn your skills here, then

Start almost any sentimental classic car enthusiast running on the subject of a favorite car and it won’t be long before they name a Jaguar. When it comes to picking a favorite, many will quickly opt for the classic, long, sweeping lines of that symbol of stylish Swinging 1960s London, the E-Type. But the more serious-minded might well opt for some of the earlier, more successful racing Jaguars, which dominated the world’s best circuits in the 1950s. This twin road and track heritage has been well preserved by Jaguar (and some would argue so has the myth). Now all this carefully curated past is open for the world (or at least those prepared to pay) to enjoy. Thanks to a carefully marshalled program of Jaguar heritage track days, those classic car enthusiasts can get behind the wheel of their favorite Jaguar, and even measure them against each

FIRST DRIVE INDIAN SCOUT A legend on two-wheels, the Indian revival is on. After half a century, the brand revved back into life with a punchy, water-cooled engine and a sassy new line-up. The all-new Scout (pictured) rides like a dream. A mid-life crisis no longer needs that Harley. indianmotorcycle.com

sign up for the Heritage Challenge race series. jaguarheritagedriving.com