CEC'S '05 COLLECTION PREVIEW IN LAS VEGAS

Send to a Friend

Claus Ettensberger's 05 Collection Preview was destined to be bigger and better than the prior year's event. The concept was already a proven winner in 2003. A vehicle preview that combined luxury tuned cars with gorgeous models in designer clothes, set against an ultra chic background like Bali Hai Golf resort was a brilliant idea; never done before.

BRONTE TAGLIANI OF SPIKE TV CO-NARRATED THE SHOW

Straight from the runways of fashion week in Los Angeles, Rami Kashou lent his whimsical and sexy designs to the event. DJ Dina returned as did TV personality and champion race car driver Tommy Kendall acting as Master of Ceremonies; this time he was joined by the stunning Bronte Tagliani of Spike TV's "Dangerous Curves".

TECHART 996 TURBO CABRIOLET

With this solid foundation and a team of influential event partners like Michelin tires, Brembo high performance brakes, Oakley, and Champ Car; the hype leading up to November 3, 2004 escalated daily.  

Over 600 guests arrived at 8pm for cocktails, in part provided by Red Bull, and then made their way to the stage, scrambling to find the best seats. The next 40 minutes revealed 15 of the world's most amazing vehicles from AC Schnitzer BMW tuning, Oettinger Audi and Volkswagen tuning, TechArt Porsche tuning, and NOVITEC Rosso Ferrari tuning; each tuned to appeal to every performance demand and driver personality. The lovely fashion models served to be the ultimate accessory to these fine automobiles.

Thanks to CEC's co-host Michelin, the vehicles were tread in their tires, and Brembo also equipped key vehicles with high performance brake packages. Oakley unveiled a new line of racing shoe, CHAMP Car prominently displayed one of its cars at the venue and Red Bull provided two bars serving the popular energy drink with vodka.

NOVITEC'S DIRK MORSDOF AND WOLFGANG HAGEDORN W/ CLAUS

After the fashion show, guests moved into the restaurant and topped the incredible evening off with wonderful food, drinks and music from DJ C-minus. Other highlights included the unveiling of two new wheel styles from Antera road wheels of Italy and the debut of Claus Ettensberger Signature Edition wheels.