4 Dream Homes for Car Collectors

Our sponsorship of the 13th Annual Americana Manhasset Concours D’Elegance this past October granted us front-seat insights to the extraordinary synergy that exists between luxury properties and classic car ownership. As detailed in the Concours d’Elegance Classic Car Special Report , today’s auto collectors aren’t just in it for the financial opportunity car ownership provides—it’s a deep love of luxury design and elite engineering that drives their passion. “Those who were in it just for the money have moved on,” says Dietrich Hatlapa, founder of the London-based Historic Automobile Group International, in The Wealth Report. “The market is now more in the hands of the collectors and specialists, which I think is good news for the real enthusiast.” For serious luxury car connoisseurs, finding a dream home suitable for their car collection is often a key priority during their search for a new property. From garages featuring museum-quality displays to top-of-the-line workshops, the homes below are tailor made for car collectors. 31 Fort Hill Drive Lloyd Harbor, NY Price: $7,895,000 9 Bedrooms | 9 Bathrooms | 4 Half Bathrooms   This historic 37-room estate was grand enough to be chosen as the location for our event. Situated overlooking breathtaking portions of the Long Island Sound, this approximately 435,600-square-foot home features nine bedrooms, nine bathrooms and four half-bathrooms, plus a solarium, full indoor squash court and ballroom. Here, modern conveniences like a commercial-sized state-of-the-art kitchen and new HVAC meld seamlessly with the home’s original architectural detailing, which dates back to the Revolutionary War. In particular, car aficionados will love the impressive 5,000+ square-foot garage, which was built to match the main house.   13 Frick Drive Alpine, NJ Price: $39,900,000 12 Bedrooms | 15 Bathrooms | 4 Half Bathrooms   This property is a must-see for the car enthusiast with an ever-expanding collection. Believe it or not, this approximately 30,000-square-foot homes includes garage space for up to 11 cars. However, that’s far from all it has to offer. The 12-bedroom estate comes equipped with a host of amenities, ranging from a home theater and indoor basketball court to a 4,000-bottle wine cellar. 408 Grace Church Street Rye, NY Price: $14,990,000 6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 3 Half Bathrooms   This one-of-a-kind property in Rye, NY, is perfect for the car collector who has a variety of interests. It showcases 1,100 feet of direct waterfront on the Long Island Sound and its own private peninsula, which is the ideal place to dock your boat. In addition to unprecedented waterfront views from nearly every room, this six-bedroom, six-bathroom home also includes a variety of entertaining spaces, plus an indoor pool, fitness center and temperature-controlled wine room. 12251 Tillinghast Circle Palm Beach Gardens, FL Price: $9,900,000 6 Bedrooms | 7 Bathrooms | 2 Half Bathrooms   If you’re in the market for a property that feels like a tropical escape, look no further than this two-acre retreat on the green at the sought-after Old Palm Golf Club. The approximately 16,000-square-foot home provides plenty of room for entertaining guests with its six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and two half-bathrooms. Plus, the combination of lake and golf course views offers the best of both worlds. However, it’s the impressive five-car garage that really sets it apart from the crowd.   No matter what features your wish list includes, one of our agents can help you find a property that’s the ideal fit for you and your car collection. Contact us to start your search today.