Volkswagen’s raciest model promises lots of discreet fun.
Some 10 odd years ago, I became acquainted with someone who owned unequivocally the most fascinating car collection I have had the pleasure of beholding in Singapore. Enjoying a fair bit of family wealth, the bachelor kept roughly five vehicles – always in black and with the same two digits on the number plate – replacing the oldest one or two annually to keep things fresh. And he had great taste: If I recall correctly, the roster at that point included an Aston Martin DB9, a Porsche 911 turbo, an Audi RS 4 Avant, a BMW X5 4.4i (the one with the coveted V8 engine) for his Labradors, and a small hatchback, either a Mini Cooper S or a Volkswagen Golf R32.
Surprisingly, with so many better options at his disposal, the last car was the one in which he showed up most often. For one simple reason: Despite having enough cash to retire many times over, he decided he ought to remain gainfully employed. And in his sales role, he had to drive out to meet clients all the time. So he wanted a set of wheels that did not attract the wrong type of attention, yet was not too much of a downgrade from his other toys.
Bu hikaye The PEAK Singapore dergisinin January 2019 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Giriş Yap
Bu hikaye The PEAK Singapore dergisinin January 2019 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Giriş Yap
A Forgotten Hong Kong
Located between Hong Kong's northeastern border and Shenzhen, the sleepy town of Sha Tau Kok is poised for transformation as it opens up to visitors.
The Great Observer
Established poet, translator, and critic Theophilus Kwek shares his disarmingly pragmatic views on writing.
A Gym Revolution
How gyms in Singapore are flourishing in a post-pandemic era.
A Time Capsule in the Alps
Most come for the Alps and banks, but underneath Switzerland's democratic and efficient public persona lie the well-preserved remnants of its 200-year-old history.
The New Brain Juice
A Singapore-based beverage start-up is using neuroscience and AI to concoct a sparkling productivity drink with an East-meets-West approach.
Open Season
Top down in the south of France, we take the McLaren Artura Spider on an epic drive on the infamous Route Napoléon.
Spreading His Wings
From bespoke handbags to accessible collections and womenswear: Singaporean luxury designer Ethan Koh opens a new chapter for his label.
Surprising Treasures
Gina Philips, second-generation executive of Penang-born jewellery house Amee Philips, shares some best-kept secrets about the trade.
Far From the Madding Crowd
More than a Girard-Perregaux collector, entrepreneur Marc Naidu is a subject expert who identifies with the brand's DNA of quiet luxury.
Thrills and Spills
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which continues to champion the spirit of historic racing.