Quarterly Update Q1-2026

Dear Members and Friends,

The beginning of 2026 reminded us exactly why we built this community.

At LeCarage Amsterdam, the year has begun with momentum. Remarkable classics recently joined our storage collection, the kind of arrival that quietly shifts the atmosphere in the building. In the detailing bays, the standard has been equally high: precision work on some truly exceptional cars, each treated with the respect and craftsmanship they deserve. It is always rewarding to see machines restored to their absolute best before returning to the road or the collection floor.

Beyond Amsterdam, February took us trackside.
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Together with our partner Classic Car Ratings, I attended the Rolex 24 at Daytona.The car we sponsor finished an impressive fourth after 24 hours of disciplined, relentless racing. A result built on precision and resilience.

Our sincere thanks to United Autosports for their outstanding hospitality throughout the weekend. Their professionalism on and off the track reflects the very best of endurance racing. 

​We also had the privilege of witnessing a historic classic race featuring a true beauty from the past, driven by none other than Zak Brown. Zak generously took time to join us on the grid, a rare and appreciated moment at one of the world’s most demanding race events.

Daytona remains one of the purest expressions of international endurance racing. If you have never experienced it, I can only recommend placing it firmly on next year’s calendar. Let me know if you are interested and we will get you front row.

From Florida asphalt to Austrian ice.

​At the F.A.T. Ice Race in Zell am See, we experienced car culture in its most unfiltered form. Exceptional machinery on snow. Extraordinary people around it. A weekend of new friendships and shared enthusiasm. Racing, sliding, and simply enjoying cars as they are meant to be enjoyed.

And indeed, towing a skier behind a race car across ice may not appear in the official FIA race programs. But at F.A.T. that is precisely the point.

This is the spirit we carry into the months ahead: considered events, meaningful partnerships, and cars prepared to be driven, not merely admired. Onwards to the next pages.

Warm regards,

​Johan van Kampen

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A Look Back at…

Year-End Drinks
Some of you joined us in December for our End-of-Year Drinks at LeCarage. The engines had cooled, the year was winding down, and the building felt exactly as it should, filled with good conversations and familiar faces.

Our partner Huyze Drost created a culinary experience that went beyond hospitality: refined, generous and thoughtfully composed. Food that did not compete with the evening, but elevated it. It connected the atmosphere of the space with the passion in the room.

The team from Pink Rebels completed the picture effortlessly. Professional, warm and attentive, ensuring the evening flowed naturally, with smiles and genuine presence.

Evenings like that remind us that LeCarage is more than storage or detailing. It is a place where people gather because they share something real. Thank you for joining us in such a fitting way to look back at the year. The events we hosted, the miles we covered, and the passion we shared!

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Upcoming Legacy Events

Pommery Gran Cru Tour 2026 (March 27th - 28th)
​This is not a rally. It is not a program. It is not a schedule to be endured. It is a drive about cars, great company, education and what awaits when the road is allowed to speak. LeCarage invites you to an intimate Grand Cru journey through the heart of champagne. Two days defined by precision driving, understated hospitality, and the quiet luxury of shared passion. From the first ignition at The Duke to the historic cellars of Domaine Vranken Pommery, this is not a tour designed to impress, but to resonate. A private experience for a select circle of LeCarage drivers and their co-drivers, where roads are chosen with intent and moments unfold naturally. If this sounds like your kind of trip, please check our website and register. Participation is limited.

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Exceptionals Cup 2026 at The Duke Club (October 5th)
Not Spring but Autumn will be the background of our annual premier golf tournament - The Exceptionals Cup - presented by LeCarage Amsterdam and Con Questa. Con Questa, renowned for being the leading concierge and lifestyle service in the Netherlands, is dedicated to delivering tailor-made global experiences through a unique network. Together with Con Questa we are looking forward to the third edition of The Exceptionals Cup. On invitation only.

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New Arrival

Porsche 964
Early Sunday. Garage door up. You turn the key on the left. The engine wakes with that uneven, unmistakable boxer rumble. The clutch is heavy, the gearbox stubborn when cold. It asks for attention. On the first bend, you remember: you don’t just steer a 964, you balance it with the throttle. Get it right, and the car settles into the corner like it trusts you. You park it later, engine ticking as it cools. One last look back. The 964 isn’t perfect. That’s exactly why people love it.

The Porsche 964 (1989–1994) is where the classic 911 quietly became modern without losing its soul. It kept the timeless shape, but added power steering, ABS, improved suspension, and even optional all-wheel drive. In the back: a 3.6L air-cooled flat-six that feels alive: mechanical, noisy, full of character.

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In Detailing

Lamborghini SVJ Roadster
Our latest project brought an icon into the studio: the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster. With its naturally aspirated V12, aggressive aerodynamics and open-top design, the SVJ represents Lamborghini engineering at its absolute peak.

To ensure this supercar remains as striking as it is powerful, we carried out a complete exterior enhancement. The paintwork was meticulously polished beforebeing treated with a premium ceramic coating, providing deep gloss and long-term protection. The wheels and brake calipers received the same level of attention and protection, while the wheels themselves were fully restored to their original condition. The signature blue exterior accents were carefully reapplied, sharpening the SVJ’s distinctive character.

Inside, the entire leather interior was professionally cleaned, treated and coated, preserving its refined finish while adding durable protection against wear.

​With every detail restored, refined and protected, this Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Roadster is once again ready for the road. Fresh, flawless and unmistakably LeCarage.

Ferrari Purosangue. Fully Protected. Road-Ready.
This Ferrari Purosangue, finished in the stunning Nero Purosangue, arrived as a bold expression of individuality  and was treated accordingly at LeCarage.


For this project, the vehicle underwent a full-body XPEL Paint Protection Film (PPF) installation. To achieve the highest level of precision and an almost invisible result, all necessary exterior components were carefully dismantled prior to installation. This allowed us to wrap every edge seamlessly and eliminate visible cut lines, delivering a finish that appears completely factory, only now fully protected. The self-healing XPEL PPF shields the paintwork against stone chips, road debris, and daily wear, while preserving the deep tone and richness of the Nero Purosangue finish.


​To complete the process, the Purosangue was treated with a premium ceramic coating. This enhances gloss, amplifies depth, and delivers outstanding hydrophobicperformance for long-term protection and effortless maintenance. With its protection system fully in place, this daily driver is ready to return to the road with confidence, safeguarded against the realities of everyday use.


Exclusive specification. Uncompromising protection. Executed to LeCarage standards.

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