The Depot Aesthetic

The things that make me pause.

Wally Saudade sailboat is simply incredible.

(Source: wally.com)

Patek Philippe Ref. 2523. Exceptional.

Patek Philippe Ref. 2523. Exceptional.

1936 Auburn Boat Tail Speedster.

1933 Auburn V-12 Boat Tail Speedster. Love these.

1933 Auburn V-12 Boat Tail Speedster. Love these.

Shelby Mustang GT350 in La Sierra of Oaxaca during La Carrera Panamericana 2009.

Shelby Mustang GT350 in La Sierra of Oaxaca during La Carrera Panamericana 2009.

Shelby GT350.

Shelby GT350.

Oh that American muscle.

Oh that American muscle.

One of the reasons I adore South Carolina so much is because of its wonderfully colorful history. Above are paintings by John Blake White and Johannes Oertel of the Battle of Fort Moultrie (Sullivan’s Island) on June 28, 1776 - only a week before the Declaration of Independence was sent to the British. The flag flying over the fort was shot down by the British, but in a valiant act of patriotism, Sergeant William Jasper ran out and raised the flag - rallying the troops and saving Charleston from conquest by the British. His heroic actions made the flag a symbol of the revolution and the basis for the state flag in later years. I have that flag in my room now, reminding me every day of how South Carolina has played a pivotal role (for better or for worse) in every event of nation-wide importance. It makes me proud to call South Carolina my home. Few other states can boast such a vivid history.

(Source: revolutionary-war-and-beyond.com)

Beautiful garage in Charleston. Let’s see… the cars that would call this home (were it my home):
Eagle E-type Speedster
Land Rover Range Rover (white)
Aston Martin V12 Vantage
Land Rover Defender 90, Soft Top (British Racing Green, for those impulsive jaunts to the beach)
I think these fine automobiles have a decidedly distinguished, classy, yet laid back feel - very much suited to Charleston.

Beautiful garage in Charleston. Let’s see… the cars that would call this home (were it my home):

  • Eagle E-type Speedster
  • Land Rover Range Rover (white)
  • Aston Martin V12 Vantage
  • Land Rover Defender 90, Soft Top (British Racing Green, for those impulsive jaunts to the beach)

I think these fine automobiles have a decidedly distinguished, classy, yet laid back feel - very much suited to Charleston.

1971 Dino 246 GT

1971 Dino 246 GT

1958 Ferrari 250GT Spider and 1956 Ferrari 250GT Boano at the California Mille 2012. Love these shots! Photos by Dennis Gray.