#leadfootlady

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Known as “Lady Leadfoot,” this 1956 Jaguar XK140 was believed to be permanently lost to the sands of time by racing enthusiasts and automotive historians alike. It was found unaltered, sitting in a garage for nearly three decades. Adored and driven by Hall of Fame inductee, Denise McCluggage - an extraordinary woman known for her multiple legendary talents (including her Auto Journalism and Racecar Driving), this Jag was discovered a couple of years after her passing at the age of 88. Originally gifted to Denise by a celebrated sportsman, “Lady Leadfoot” was the car that started everything for Denise and inspired her to race. At that time both racing and journalism were taboo for women, and Denise was beyond her time in that respect, breaking down gender barriers on multiple levels. Denise was the first woman to participate in the sports she covered at a time when women were seldom allowed into racing pits or close to any of the action in sports dominated by men. She was also the first journalist to be inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame, and the first woman to receive the Ken W. Purdy Award for Excellence in Automotive Journalism. She brought automotive coverage to the New York Herald, the Indy 500, Les Mans, Grand Prix, and countless other media to Autoweek. Her publishing and sustaining role in Autoweek during its infancy not only helped to keep the publication going but also played a crucial part in the growth of sports car racing in America, which continues today. Denise McCluggage never backed away from a challenge, and as proven by her mantra of “Guts and Brilliance,” later became the first female inducted into the Sebring International Raceway Hall of Fame. Though she raced with many cars throughout her career and was riddled with accolades and noteworthy achievements, there was a fondness she held in her heart for this beautiful ’56 Jag. This historic piece is available for purchase; please message me for additional information. #racing #historic #history #jaguar #xk140 #sebring #lesmans #Nascar #hmsa #svra #automobile #automotive #ladyleadfoot #leadfootladies #leadfootlady #womenempowerment #womeninracing https://www.instagram.com/p/Cka9OAeLheE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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May your heart be filled with the joy of giving, as it is the expression of the love in your heart and the kindness in your soul. Love y’all! xoxo #love #christmas #holidays #ford #chevy #chevrolet #dodge #cargirl #leadfoot #leadfoot #leadfootladies #arizona #scottsdale #phoenix #youareloved https://www.instagram.com/p/CmkpQoSLNKA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Join the Leadfoot Ladies on Saturday, November 5 @ 7am at Highline Cars and Coffee in Scottsdale for our one-year anniversary! We will be collecting Similac formula, diapers and pull-ups (all ages), socks and feminine products for homeless women, children and families. Umom - the charity we are collecting for - has a 100% rating on Charity Navigator - This is a charity which is near and dear to me, as many of you know. See you there! #endhomelessness #homeless #charity #children #kids #lamborghini #ferrari #mclaren #maserati #bugatti #rollsroyce #leadfootladies #leadfoot #cargirls #barrett_jackson #arizona #scottsdale #az #phoenix #arizonafamily https://www.instagram.com/p/CkcAK2jvCce/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The Lamborghini Diablo arrived at the auction site today! To view the auction docket and register to bid online or in person, visit bit.ly/3djytsM. #lamborghini #lamborghinidiablo #oldschool #vintage #cars #cargirl #cargirlsunite #freedomcarauctions #leadfootladies #leadfootladiesarizona https://www.instagram.com/p/CjIzxsur41p/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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…It’s always good PR to let the Sheriff sit in the cockpit. I can’t understand why he refused the key. #automotiveindustry #automotivedesign #cars #collectorcars #bugatti #lamborghini #ferrari #mercedesbenz #mercedes #dodge #chrysler #kia #toyota #bmw #porsche #automotive #event #carshow #charity #automotive #mecum #barrettjackson #auctions #rmauctions #bonhamsauctions classiccars #collectorcars #leadfootladies #arizona #scottsdale #phoenix (at Bartlett Lake) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoLjj2avfS7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I stopped off at the bank last week. A young man in a Mercedes sedan pulled in next to me with blaring music, taking up two spots. He left the engine running and music thumping for his passengers as he proceeded inside. Meanwhile I waited my turn at the ATM outside. It’s no secret that I occasionally lack the ability to keep my mouth shut when dealing with arrogant or stupid people. If I were in my daily driver car, I’d have kept quiet….but I wasn’t, and I couldn’t. As he exited the bank, I simultaneously completed my ATM transaction outside. He opened dialogue by complimenting my Lambo. I thanked him graciously and reciprocated…although I indicated that his parking skills apparently required attention. His front seat passenger turned the thumping music down to hear the balance of the exchange. I subsequently asked if he needed someone to, say, teach him how to park correctly within lines; A skill apparently taught on a day he was absent from kindergarten. Perhaps his passengers could guide him into the next parking spot; one stationed on each side of his car. His passengers laughed; one of which exclaimed how a b**ch just put his a$$ in its place. I smirked, closed my car door and fired up my engine. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should. #arizonacarweek #carweek #lamborghini #mercedesbenz #mercedes #automotiveindustry #cars #scottsdale #collectorcars #bugatti #ferrari #mclaren #automotive #event #carshow #bmw #design #mecum #barrettjackson #RMauctions #bonhams #classiccars #collectorcars #leadfootladies #leadfootladiesarizona https://www.instagram.com/p/CoCyaXzr2fC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Vespa is an Italian luxury brand of scooters and mopeds manufactured by Piaggio. The name means wasp in Italian, and is named such due to its sound. The Vespa has evolved from a single model motor scooter manufactured in 1946 by Piaggio & Co. to a full line of scooters and one of seven companies today owned by Piaggio. This particular piece was on the Bonham’s docket during Arizona Car Week. While I’m more of a V-twin girl, I can’t help but adore these magnificent scooters…especially when presented with a side car for hauling my bulldogs Hemi and ‘Cuda in! #arizonacarweek #carweek #vespa #scooters #automotiveindustry #cars #scottsdale #collectorcars #bugatti #lamborghini #ferrari #harleydavidson #yamaha #suzuki #royalenfield #Ducati #mercedesbenz #automotive #event #carshow #bmw #mecum #barrettjackson #RMauctions #bonhams #classiccars #collectorcars #leadfootladies #leadfootladiesarizona (at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn7W_ulvV8z/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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A curated and judged exhibition of the world’s finest collector cars, the Arizona Concours d’Elegance is a celebration of automotive design held each January during Arizona Car Week. A highlight of Arizona’s internationally recognized Car Week, the non-profit event supports the arts. The Concours invites roughly 100 select rare and exotic automobiles to be considered for judging and exhibition, with the best among them awarded class prizes and the coveted Best-of-Show. Pieces rarely seen by the public from renowned collectors will be in attendance. Link: https://arizonaconcours.com/ Hope to see you there! #arizonacarweek #carweek #automotiveindustry #cars #collectorcars #bugatti #lamborghini #delahaye #talbotlago #duesenberg #ferrari #mercedesbenz #mercedes #automotive #event #carshow #bmw #design #automotive #event #carshow #unveiling #bmw #mecum #barrettjackson #auctions #classiccars #leadfootladies #leadfootladiesarizona #leadfootladiesamerica https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnm0325PDGe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[depressingly-awesome]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[depressingly-awesome]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[depressingly-awesome]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[depressingly-awesome]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[depressingly-awesome]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[muffy-bennett]

My “wheel of the week:” a McLaren 720s. This car will really get your adrenaline going… #mclaren720s #mclaren #exoticcar #luxurycars #lamborghini #ferrari #bugatti #cargirls #leadfootladies #bikergirl #wannarace https://www.instagram.com/p/CikkJffpwX6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=