Unleash the Beast: The Pininfarina Battista

Pininfarina Battista with butterfly doors open

THE COLLECTION showed off the new Pininfarina Battista in all of its glory this past month on May 8th and 9th with the help of the host Michael Perschke, CEO of Automobili Pininfarina. The Pininfarina Battista was previously introduced to the world at the Geneva Motor Show where everyone learned about the details of this all-electric hyper car. This work of art goes from 0-62mph in less than two seconds thanks to its 1,900-horsepower engine. Before you get your hopes up, you should know that there are only 50 available for the U.S. market. The guests of the Pininfarina Road Show were able to get up close and personal, enjoy delicious refreshments, and learn more about this beauty from the CEO in the flesh.

More Details on The Battista

At the heart of the hyper car you will find extremely advanced technology, functionality, and elegance. This is evident in the carbon fiber monocoque chassis and beautiful carbon fiber body which result in the drivability and the potential zero-emissions range of up to 279 mph. The T-shaped 120 kWH battery pack weight distribution allows the Battista to reach its full potential and all the advantages from the modern torque vectoring exist thanks to the four motors individually delivering torque and power to each wheel.

To find out more information about the Pininfarina Battista, contact Kenneth Gorin’s THE COLLECTION today.

Cruising in the 2019 Maserati Ghibli

black maserati ghibli at THE COLLECTION miami showroom

The 2019 Maserati Ghibli GranSport features exciting driving dyanmics and details to give the interior a sporty edge. It is the perfect combination of luxury and sporting performance. The Maserati Ghibli is a true testament to the brilliant Italian crastmenship that Maserati delivers with its cars time and time again. For the 2019 Ghibli, they wanted to make a bold statement to stand out from the crowd, and that they did.

Performance

Featuring a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 Ferrari-built engine, the Ghibli can hit a max speed of 166 mph. Behind the wheel you will enjoy 345 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. When pushing the Ghibli to its limits, you’ll go from 0 to 60 mph in just under 5 seconds. The handling of the Ghibli is a class of its own with razor-sharp handling and performance.

Advanced Driving Assistance Systems

The safety and advanced driving system in the Ghibli provide the driver with world-class safety and security features. Pedestrian emergency braking, Adaptive LED Matrix headlamps, a 360-degree surround view camera and traffic sign recognition abilities will all help you get to where you’re going safely. Whether you’re commuting to work or going for a joy ride, the Ghibli can get you there in style.

Kenneth Gorin is the CEO of Miami’s premier luxury dealership, THE COLLECTION. Visit THE COLLECTION today to experience the 2019 Maserati Ghibli.

The Porsche Cayenne is the SUV Sports Car of the Summer

white porsche cayenne at THE COLLECTION showroom

It’s summertime and you’re itching for a new SUV sports car to cruise around Miami in. Luckily, we have the perfect vehicle for you. Back in October 2018, we debuted the all-new 2019 Porsche Cayenne at THE COLLECTION Porsche showroom. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and also had the chance to build their dream Cayenne using our sports car configurator.

The Test Drive Event

Porsche enthusiasts, tasty food and drink pairings and the all-new 2019 Porsche Cayenne made the event a huge success. Chicken and waffles, grilled cheese and shrimp and grits all played a part in the overall theme of the event, being “shared experiences are #bettertogether”.

The Power of the Cayenne

The 2019 Porsche Cayenne is nothing short of amazing. It’s built with a 3.0L twin-turbo V6-cylinder engine. The impressive performance doesn’t stop there. The engine produces 335 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque for your enjoyment. The top track speed of the Cayenne is 152 mph and has the power to go from 0 to 60mph in 5.9 seconds.

Luxury Features

The reason we love this 5-door SUV sports car is because it’s the perfect everyday vehicle that can fit the whole family. On the base model, you’ll sport 19-inch alloy wheels and enjoy features like a keyless start, parking sensors, a power tailgate and a 10-speaker audio system that is sure to impress everyone around.

Interested in test driving the 2019 Porsche Cayenne? Contact Ken Gorin’s THE COLLECTION today.

“For the Love of Beautiful” Women’s Luncheon

The Collection Aston Martin hosted its first-ever “For the Love of Beautiful” Women’s luncheon on Thursday, January 24th, 2019. The luncheon took place at Fiola Miami where guests enjoyed a great cocktail reception and later made their way into the infamous wine room. This event was designed to celebrate some of the top influential women in the automotive industry, including Laura Schwab, President of Aston Martin Americas. She is currently one of only two female automotive presidents in the entire automotive industry.

Guests were greeted by a beautiful display of Aston Martin vehicles including the DB11 Superleggera, two DB11 Volantes and a Vantage. After pictures were taken in the flower filled Aston Martin DB11, they were given personalized “wonder woman” inspired bracelets, instead of traditional name tags.

In the wine room, guests were greeted by the President and CEO of THE COLLECTION, Kenneth Gorin, who introduced the room to Laura Schwab. Laura spoke on her inspiring, fascinating rise to President of Aston Martin Americas and shared her ups and downs on her way to breaking through the glass ceiling.

Attendees were also pleasantly surprised when they learned about the generous donation THE COLLECTION Aston Martin was giving to Women of Tomorrow. In honor of this partnership, THE COLLECTION Aston Martin will be donating a 2-year lease on a new 2019 Aston Martin Vantage to the Women of Tomorrow Gala in March. To celebrate Laura Schwab and all of her achievements, THE COLLECTION has also created the Laura Schwab Aston Martin Scholarship fund for the Woman of Tomorrow Scholarship and Mentor program.

A Celebration of THE COLLECTION and the Jackson Health Foundation

On Wednesday, December 12th, THE COLLECTION Porsche hosted the Jackson Health Foundation kick off celebration for the 2019 Golden Angels Gala. When guests arrived at the dealership, they had the opportunity to sign up for a test drive experience in the vehicle of their choice.

Sales associates of THE COLLECTION Porsche accompanied the guests on the test drives through the streets of Coral Gables to answer any questions about the luxury vehicles. After the test drive experience, guests enjoyed refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and music.

Ken Gorin

Among the many guests was President and CEO of THE COLLECTION, Kenneth Gorin who was excited to celebrate the collaboration between THE COLLECTION and the Jackson Health Foundation. Ken Gorin has over 35 years of experience in the automotive industry and has contributed to countless charities. For the 2019 Golden Angels Gala event, Ken Gorin was an honorary co-chair and donated a 2019 Audi A6 to be raffled off.

The Jackson Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that aims to provide high quality healthcare to all residents in the Miami-Dade County area. The Gala which took place on January 26th, 2019 was highly successful and over 600 community leaders and philanthropists were there to celebrate.

Luxury Brands and Sport Utility Vehicles

Luxury SUV

Since the launch of Porsche’s Cayenne in 2002, luxury brands have been revving up production of SUV’s to meet consumer demand. SUV’s are incredibly popular, making up about seventy percent of the United States market. Here are some of our favorite luxury SUVs that can be found at THE COLLECTION in Miami.

White Audi Q7

Audi Q7

The new 2019 Audi Q7 represents a timeless yet modern design. Perfect for road trips on the open road as well as driving through downtown Miami, the Audi Q7 will allow you to ride in comfort and style no matter where you are. The 3.0T engine produces 329 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque and will go from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds, which is why it is one of our favorite luxury SUVs.

black porsche macan

Porsche Macan

Next on our list of favorite luxury brand SUVs is the 2018 Porsche Macan. The Macan is proof that an SUV can drive just like a luxury sports vehicle. The 2.0L turbo I-4 engine creates 252 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. The Porsche Macan is the perfect everyday vehicle that also includes an edgy sport design, performance, and feel.

black alfa romeo stelvio

Alfa Romeo Stelvio

The 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a high-performance SUV that may be just what you are looking for. To prove we aren’t just talking up its performance, let’s break down the numbers; 280 horsepower, 306 lb-ft of torque, 0 to 60mph in 5.4 seconds and a top speed of 144mph. On top of all that, the Italian design, latest technology on the interior and its handling makes the 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio a top contender on our list of favorite luxury brand SUVs.

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Jaguar F-Pace

When it comes to the 2019 Jaguar F-Pace, all boxes are checked in terms of style, performance and efficiency. Underneath the hood is a 3.0L V6 supercharged engine that produces 380 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, talk about performance. The F-Pace offers sports vehicle handling and agility while also providing practicality to the driver.

white maserati levante

Maserati Levante

The 2019 Maserati Levante is the luxury brand SUV for those looking to stand out. The Ferrari manufactured twin-turbo V6 engine does not disappoint. The engine creates 345 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.8 seconds, which is impressive for a luxury SUV. The power and beauty of the 2019 Maserati Levante is something you’ll want to experience.

Ferrari, Aston Martin & McLaren

As for Ferrari and Aston Martin, SUVs are in the works. The Aston Martin DBX will be the company’s first luxury SUV and is set to debut at the end of 2019. Ferrari on the other hand, is keeping their luxury SUV under wraps, calling it project Purosange which is set to debut by 2022. Tony Joseph, president of Mclaren Automotive North America, has said that McLaren, the last of the luxury brand vehicles available at THE COLLECTION, will not be creating a luxury SUV for a handful of different reasons.

Ken Gorin is the CEO of Miami’s premier luxury dealership THE COLLECTION. Experience all of the luxury brand SUVs listed above today at THE COLLECTION.

The Ferrari Portofino Experience

black Ferrari Portofino

In November 2018, THE COLLECTION Ferrari hosted Ferrari enthusiasts and clients to experience the latest and greatest, the Ferrari Portofino. Guests were welcome to test drive the newest vehicle at either THE COLLECTION Ferrari or Ferrari of Miami. This was a two-day event in which the kick-off party took place at the brand new 21,000 square foot dealership located in the center of downtown Miami, FL.

red Interior of ferrari portofino

After experiencing what it feels like to be behind the wheel of the Ferrari Portofino, guests were invited back to THE COLLECTION Ferrari for refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. The second day of the event included exciting test drives down the beautiful streets of Coral Gables. The Ferrari Portofino jumps from 0 to 60 mph in an impressive 3.5 seconds. The design of this Ferrari is sleek and clean, making it a top contender of its class.

Kenneth Gorin is the CEO and President of THE COLLECTION, South Florida’s premiere luxury automotive dealership.

THE COLLECTION’s Annual Employee Appreciation Event

Employee Appreciation event at THE COLLECTION

The theme of THE COLLECTION’s Holiday Employee Appreciation Event on Saturday, December 15th, 2018 at The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne was a “Night in Paris”. Though the night is to celebrate the accomplishments of 2018, Ken Gorin makes a special effort to recognize the employees who really showed their commitment to THE COLLECTION.

employee appreciation event at the collection - burlesque dancer

The Party

The celebration was nothing short of spectacular, making it a night to remember. Guests enjoyed a live DJ, delicious food, an exciting Cabaret performance by New Century Dance Company and even a Hora Loca took place with party hats, light up wands and entertainers.

Employee appreciation event

Awards

To show his appreciation and gratitude, all employees entering a special tenure were acknowledged whether it be 5, 10 or 20 years with THE COLLECTION. For those celebrating 15 or 20 years, they were called up on stage to receiver a special gift. A Spirit Award was given to the employee who embodied what THE COLLECTION stands for. Another award was given to the employee who earned the highest amount of positive reviews online.

Kenneth Gorin is the CEO and President of THE COLLECTION, South Florida’s premiere luxury automotive dealership.

 

 

The Greatest Car Scenes in Film

James Bond with famous Aston Martin DB5

Some of the greatest movies of all time are made even greater because of the cars showcased in the films. The list of films with unforgettable car chases is never ending, making it difficult to narrow down some of the best car scenes in films. Ken Gorin, THE COLLECTION President and CEO was able to pick a few of his favorite movie cars of all time.

Audi

Iron Man movie - Tony Stark's Audi

Seen in Marvel’s Iron Man movies, Tony Stark’s vehicle of choice is the Audi R8. Tony Stark, a highly intelligent and successful man in the technology industry, can be seen driving the R8 at high speeds to save the world. In the film, the Audi R8 is fast, furious and luxurious.

McLaren

Fast and Furious McLaren

Next up is the McLaren MP4-12C, featured in one of the most famous and successful movie franchises of all time, The Fast and the Furious. If you are a car enthusiast, chances are you’ve seen all of the films and you dream about being able to get behind of the wheel of every single sports car used in the films. This particular McLaren was used in the seventh Fast and Furious and was driven by actress Michelle Williams.

Maserati

Maserati in background of scene in The Godfather III

 Last but not least, is the 1980 Maserati Quattroporte III featured in The Godfather III film. Car enthusiasts all over the world instantly fell in love with this model and the Quattroporte is now the most popular Maserati model used in movies today.

To see the full list of Ken Gorin’s top picks, visit his official blog.

All Electric Jaguar I-PACE

Red electric Jaguar I-PACE at THE COLLECTION

The all new 2019 Jaguar I-PACE is like no other vehicle available on the market. The I-PACE is 100% electric, making it a pure Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). This past summer, THE COLLECTION Jaguar had the opportunity to host a private viewing of this beautiful vehicle. Guests who attended this fabulous event catered by B Bistro + Bakery were some of the first people to experience this all-electric SUV.

Jaguar I-PACE Performance

Now if the build and look of this SUV hasn’t won you over just yet, the performance features may help cross you over to the electric side. After fully charging the 90kWh high-energy density, lithium-ion battery, you can expect to travel about 240 miles. When it comes to acceleration, the I-PACE SUV all-wheel drive traction and instant torque of 512 lb-Ft, allows you to go from 0 to 60mph in just 4.5 seconds.

BEV Feat

Opening the door to the I-PACE gives you an instant feel of luxury. With plenty of space to get comfortable and enjoy the smooth ride, this SUV might make you forget you’re not burning gasoline. The clean interior design makes it easy to use the Touch Pro Duo infotainment system built into the dashboard of the vehicle.

What are you waiting for? Make the Jaguar I-PACE yours today by visiting THE COLLECTION Jaguar.

Ken Gorin is the CEO and President of THE COLLECTION, South Florida’s premiere luxury automotive dealership.