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With top-notch security, climate control, and meticulous care, your prized vehicles are protected, maintained, and ready to enjoy. Auto Vino is an Italian phrase that translates to "Cars and Wine." We provide a secure, clean, and climate-controlled rare and exotic car storage facility, as well as the winery and top event location in the heart of Silicon Valley's innovation and technology.

THE RIMAC NEVERA: 1,914 HORSEPOWER AND 171 MPH IN REVERSEA Rimac Nevera has been clocked at 171.34 mph.In reverse.That i...
08/10/2026

THE RIMAC NEVERA: 1,914 HORSEPOWER AND 171 MPH IN REVERSE

A Rimac Nevera has been clocked at 171.34 mph.

In reverse.

That is roughly the speed that made the Lamborghini Miura the world’s fastest production car in 1967. The Nevera reached it while going backward.

The factory run set a Guinness World Record in 2023. The Nevera’s electric drivetrain can operate in either direction without the power limitations of a traditional reverse gear. However, its aerodynamics, cooling, and stability systems were primarily designed for forward motion.

The record was set by a factory Nevera, not the silver model shown here.

FROM A BROKEN BMW TO RIMAC

The story started in 2007, when 19-year-old Mate Rimac was racing in his 1984 BMW E30 and its gasoline engine failed.

Instead of installing another combustion engine, Rimac started converting the BMW into an electric performance car in his garage in Croatia. The early versions were heavy and unreliable, but he kept redesigning the batteries, motors, and electronic systems until the converted BMW started breaking electric-vehicle records.

Rimac founded his company in 2009. The garage-built BMW eventually led to the Concept_One, and then to the Nevera, a hypercar designed around electric power from the start.

Its name comes from a sudden and powerful storm that forms over the Croatian Adriatic, often accompanied by lightning.

FOUR MOTORS, CONTROLLED ONE WHEEL AT A TIME

The Nevera delivers 1,914 horsepower via four electric motors, with each motor independently powering a wheel.

Its All-Wheel Torque Vectoring system performs over 100 calculations per second, constantly assessing steering, acceleration, traction, and vehicle movement. It nearly instantly redistributes power between the wheels to enhance acceleration, cornering, and stability.

The design also features a Croatian detail. The Nevera’s side intake takes the shape of a cravat, symbolizing Croatia’s link to the modern necktie's origin.

THE NUMBERS IN CONTEXT

In 2022, a factory Nevera achieved a verified 256 mph on the Papenburg test oval in Germany.

One year later, the Nevera set 23 independently verified records for acceleration and braking in a single day. Among these was a 0 to 60 mph time of 1.74 seconds with one-foot rollout.

WHY THE NEVERA MATTERS

Production of the standard Nevera was limited to 150 examples worldwide.

Its significance extends beyond just rarity and speed. Rimac designed the batteries, motors, carbon-fiber structure, and vehicle-control software as parts of a single integrated system. Batteries and software were not merely supporting components; they were essential to the car’s performance.

From a garage-converted BMW to a purpose-built electric hypercar, the Nevera shows how fast electric-vehicle engineering progressed from trial to standard.

AUTO VINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

At first glance, it is unmistakably a Porsche 356.Look a bit longer, and the details reveal a different story.The bumper...
08/06/2026

At first glance, it is unmistakably a Porsche 356.

Look a bit longer, and the details reveal a different story.

The bumper is missing. The nose has been stripped of much of the trim you'd expect on a factory-correct 356. A competition-style fuel filler rises through the hood, the wheels and stance have been altered, and tucked into the bodywork is a small badge that explains the car's philosophy.

356 OUTLAWS.

The Outlaw movement originated from Porsche enthusiasts eager to go beyond factory originality and redefine the 356 through performance, personality, and personal expression.

That philosophy became strongly associated with the Emory family. Neil Emory was part of Southern California's postwar custom-car culture. His son Gary became deeply involved with Porsche 356s and is widely credited with creating the Outlaw terminology. Gary's son Rod later continued the tradition through Emory Motorsports.

That history gives the context for understanding why cars like this silver 356 stand out.

An Outlaw isn't just an old Porsche with aftermarket parts. The best examples keep the unmistakable character of the original 356 while intentionally straying from factory specifications.

This car's simplified exterior, bumper removal, through-hood fuel filler, modified front design, and wider wheels give it a look that still clearly says Porsche, but it definitely belongs to a different style.

That approach was once controversial.

Traditional collector culture highly values originality and factory-correct restoration, which is why heavily modified 356s are often excluded from the traditional concours scene.

Over time, that changed. Outlaws gained their own following and became a recognized part of Porsche enthusiast and collector culture. The very willingness to reinterpret the 356 that once made these cars stand apart from convention became part of their charm.

That makes an automobile like this more than just valuable to park indoors.

It carries the history of the original Porsche along with the choices, craftsmanship, and personality added over the years.

Today, this Porsche 356 Outlaw is entrusted to AutoVino in San Carlos, where it is stored alongside other notable collector cars.

Some cars keep the history of how they left the factory.

Others preserve the history of what enthusiasts imagined they could become.

This one carries both.

Scott Bell & The Cool Ranchers Bring Country, Honky-Tonk, and Dancing to Friday Night Happy Hour.FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 | 4:30...
08/03/2026

Scott Bell & The Cool Ranchers Bring Country, Honky-Tonk, and Dancing to Friday Night Happy Hour.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 | 4:30–7 PM

Join us this Friday for live country music, dancing, Woodside Vineyards wine, Neapolitan-style pizza, and oak-fired wings at the AutoVino Wine Garden's Happy Hour.

SCOTT BELL & THE COOL RANCHERS IN THE WINE GARDEN

Scott Bell & The Cool Ranchers will perform at the AutoVino Wine Garden this Friday. Their set will include original songs as well as classic country, honky-tonk, and modern country hits. This Bay Area band draws inspiration from well-known artists like Johnny Cash, George Strait, Dwight Yoakam, Brooks & Dunn, The Mavericks, and Chris Stapleton.

BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES

Scott Bell & The Cool Ranchers play country and honky-tonk music that makes people want to dance. Guests can dance near the band or relax at the Wine Garden tables while enjoying the music from their seats. When the band plays a song like "Boot Scootin' Boogie," anyone who wants to dance is welcome to leave their table and join in.

NATE’S PIZZA, NICK’S WINGS, AND INGE’S CHARCUTERIE

Inside AutoVino's restored 1955 Flxible diner bus, you can enjoy Neapolitan-style pizzas made with 48-hour fermented dough, baked at 900 degrees. Chef Nick serves oak-fired chicken wings that are crispy and juicy, perfect for sharing. Inge offers charcuterie boards with salami, prosciutto, brie, cheddar, olives, nuts, crackers, artisan bread, and sweet jellies. Order your meal and find a table in the Wine Garden before the band starts playing.

WOODSIDE VINEYARDS AT THE WINE TABLE

During Happy Hour, Woodside Vineyards wines will be available by the glass and bottle. The selection includes Kings Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel, and Pinot Noir. Guests can pick up a glass at the wine table and enjoy their drinks under the shade sails near the band.

DOGS IN THE WINE GARDEN

Dogs are welcome at the AutoVino Wine Garden during Friday night happy hour. AutoVino also has two resident Labradors named Daisy and Honey.

Admission is free and open to everyone.

AUTO VINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

This elegant roadster shares its bloodline with a Le Mans winner.The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster resembles a sophistic...
08/03/2026

This elegant roadster shares its bloodline with a Le Mans winner.

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster resembles a sophisticated touring car. Its history begins on the racetrack.

BORN ON THE RACETRACK

In 1952, Mercedes-Benz built the W194 to race. It won Le Mans that year. The lightweight structure and engineering developed through that program carried directly into the production 300 SL that followed.

MORE THAN A GULLWING WITHOUT A ROOF

The road-going 300 SL first debuted as the Gullwing coupe, and its iconic upward-opening doors were an engineering result, not a design decision.

The tubular space frame designed tall side sills. Those sills made conventional doors impractical, so the doors opened upward instead.

For the Roadster, Mercedes redesigned the frame to lower the sills and accommodate standard doors. Engineers also updated the rear suspension, resulting in more predictable and smoother handling.

Mercedes didn't just take off the roof; they re-engineered the car.

WHY IT STILL MATTERS

Mechanical direct fuel injection helped make the 300 SL one of the fastest production cars of its time. Mercedes built only 1,858 Roadsters. Today, it remains one of the most iconic Mercedes-Benz models of the postwar period.

A HOME FOR SIGNIFICANT CARS

The 300 SL is the type of car that collectors research, hunt for, and preserve.

At Auto Vino, cars of this caliber are a common sight, stored alongside other collector vehicles in a facility focused on security, preservation, and accessibility.

If you’re searching for the perfect home for your collector car, click the link in the comments to find out more about Auto Vino and book a visit.

AUTO VINO • 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD • SAN CARLOS, CA

WHERE COLLECTOR CARS CALL HOMEThe Ferrari Enzo and Pagani Huayra stand side by side in AutoVino’s Grand Showroom. One re...
07/30/2026

WHERE COLLECTOR CARS CALL HOME

The Ferrari Enzo and Pagani Huayra stand side by side in AutoVino’s Grand Showroom. One represents Ferrari's Formula One legacy, while the other highlights Pagani’s innovative engineering and handcrafted design in the modern hypercar.

THE FERRARI ENZO

Ferrari created the Enzo as a limited-production flagship inspired by the company’s Formula One experience. Its naturally aspirated V12 engine, carbon-fiber construction, racing-inspired technology, and the name honoring founder Enzo Ferrari have made it one of Ferrari’s most significant collector cars.

THE PAGANI HUAYRA

The Pagani Huayra features a twin-turbocharged V12 engine complemented by four independently controlled aerodynamic flaps. Its advanced composite materials, exposed mechanical details, and hand-finished interior showcase Pagani’s blend of engineering, artistry, and craftsmanship.

TWO VISIONS OF THE HYPERCAR

The Enzo represents Ferrari's racing heritage in a road car, while the Huayra combines high-performance engineering with stunning design and careful craftsmanship. This combination reflects the selection of rare, exotic, vintage, and collector vehicles shown at AutoVino.

STORAGE DESIGNED FOR COLLECTOR CARS

AutoVino provides specialized indoor storage for vehicles, focusing on their condition, security, and readiness. Each car is stored in a controlled environment designed for collectors, ensuring that rare and exotic vehicles receive proper care.

Whether for long-term storage or weekend riding, AutoVino provides a safe space for owners to keep their cars protected and ready to drive.

SECURED AND MONITORED

A climate-controlled indoor environment guarantees consistent storage conditions for collector vehicles. Controlled access and 24/7 video surveillance offer continuous oversight throughout the facility.

READY WHEN YOU ARE

Battery tenders keep each vehicle charged during storage, reducing the risk of a dead battery and ensuring the car is ready to start when the owner returns.

SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TOUR

Visit AutoVino's indoor vehicle storage facility in person. Use the link below to schedule a private tour, or contact our team to check availability.

https://autovinocars.com/car-storage-autovino/

AUTO VINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

WHERE THE DRIVE BECOMES COMMUNITYThis Sunday, Dodici Exotics brings Bay Area Lamborghini owners to AutoVino for an afte...
07/23/2026

WHERE THE DRIVE BECOMES COMMUNITY

This Sunday, Dodici Exotics brings Bay Area Lamborghini owners to AutoVino for an afternoon built around the cars, the people, and the experience of ownership.

THE ARRIVAL

The experience starts the moment you arrive at the AutoVino grounds. Event greeters welcome drivers, Club Dodici flags mark the gathering, and organized vehicle placement sets the tone for a professionally hosted afternoon.

FROM OBSERVED TO UNDERSTOOD

A Lamborghini draws attention almost everywhere it goes. At AutoVino, it becomes a shared interest among people who appreciate the engineering, driving experience, and ownership care.

Here, your Lamborghini isn't the end of the conversation; it's where it begins.

Founded in 2016 by Lamborghini owners, Club Dodici has grown into a nonprofit organization with over 150 members connected through organized drives, rallies, friendships, charitable work, and a shared passion for European exotic cars.

Whether you've owned the marque for years or just joined recently, Sunday provides a relaxed opportunity to meet members, learn about the club’s driving culture, and hear about upcoming experiences directly from those who participate.

THE FULL AFTERNOON

The afternoon goes beyond the Lamborghini lineup.

Guests can explore the Museum of Automotive Art, relax in the outdoor Wine Garden, enjoy wood-fired food prepared on the restored 1955 Flxible diner bus with its 900-degree oak wood-fired oven, and sample wines from Woodside Vineyards.

Spouses, partners, and friends can enjoy the museum, Wine Garden, food, wine, and atmosphere on their own terms while sharing the afternoon with the owners in their lives.

A HOME FOR THE CARS AND THE PEOPLE WHO DRIVE THEM

Club Dodici sets the motion, while AutoVino offers the destination.

The road unites owners, and AutoVino provides them a space to stay connected through automotive events, hospitality, and a collector-car atmosphere centered on the care and appreciation of important vehicles.

Club Dodici is one of several marque clubs and enthusiast groups that AutoVino welcomes throughout the year, reinforcing its role as a recurring home for the region’s clubs and collectors.

The same setting that welcomes Lamborghini owners this Sunday is also home to AutoVino’s collector-car storage program.

AutoVino combines preservation, hands-on ownership, and Bay Area car culture at a San Carlos location.

THIS SUNDAY AT AUTOVINO

For Lamborghini owners already joining us, Sunday is almost here. For those discovering the gathering today, there is still time to join in this afternoon.

Sunday, July 26 • 11:00 AM

AutoVino | 380 Industrial Road | San Carlos

Bring your Lamborghini to AutoVino this Sunday to meet the Club Dodici community.

SOME CARS ENTER A ROOM. OTHERS TAKE IT OVER.Even in a showroom full of exceptional cars, the Porsche Carrera GT transfor...
07/20/2026

SOME CARS ENTER A ROOM. OTHERS TAKE IT OVER.

Even in a showroom full of exceptional cars, the Porsche Carrera GT transforms the atmosphere the moment you see it.

Its low stance, open cockpit, sculpted bodywork, and unmistakable proportions showcase Porsche’s original vision: designing a road car built with racing engineering from the very first sketch.

The Carrera GT’s history started with a naturally aspirated V10 built for Porsche’s endurance racing program. After the racing project ended, Porsche turned that engineering into one of the most relentless street cars of its time.

Produced from 2003 to 2006, the Carrera GT featured a 5.7-liter V10 engine with 605 horsepower, a six-speed manual transmission, ceramic clutch, and carbon-fiber monocoque. Only 1,270 units were made.

The numbers still grab attention. Zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds. A top speed of 205 mph.

But the Carrera GT’s importance goes beyond its performance stats. It symbolizes a time when the driver was closely linked to the engine, gearbox, steering, and road.

A vehicle this rare and technically significant deserves more than just an ordinary parking space.

AutoVino offers secure, climate-controlled indoor storage for exotic, classic, and collector cars. Controlled indoor conditions minimize exposure to moisture and temperature swings that can harm paint, leather, electronics, seals, and other delicate materials.

Biometric access and 24/7 HD video monitoring limit entry and ensure continuous oversight inside a professionally managed facility.

Wide access doors, a low-angle entry pad, and experienced spotters make AutoVino especially suitable for low-clearance performance cars. Owners can move their vehicles in and out of the facility with increased confidence.

Whether your vehicle is driven frequently, stored seasonally, or kept as part of a long-term collection, AutoVino provides storage options suited to how you own and enjoy it.

Use the contact form to request more information about vehicle storage or to schedule a tour of the AutoVino facility.

Contact-form link in the comments.

HAPPY HOUR WITH THE MILK CHASERSFriday, July 24 | 4:30–7:00 PMAutoVino Wine GardenKick off your weekend at the AutoVino ...
07/20/2026

HAPPY HOUR WITH THE MILK CHASERS
Friday, July 24 | 4:30–7:00 PM
AutoVino Wine Garden

Kick off your weekend at the AutoVino Wine Garden with California wines, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, wings, Happy Hour favorites, and live music by The Milk Chasers.

The Milk Chasers perform rock and roll, surf, R&B, folk, and Americana music from the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s. Expect an upbeat soundtrack for a laid-back Friday evening outdoors with friends.

During your visit, make sure to stop by AutoVino to view its collection of rare and exotic cars in the Grand Showroom.

Admission is free and open to the public.

AUTOVINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

07/20/2026

FOR OWNERS WHO BELIEVE EXOTIC CARS ARE MEANT TO BE DRIVEN.

This Lamborghini Diablo SV has just returned from the road.

At AutoVino, every aspect of the storage experience is designed to simplify driving. Take your car out, enjoy it, and return it to a clean, climate-controlled showroom built for collector, exotic, and performance cars.

STORAGE DESIGNED AROUND THE DRIVE.

Two wide vehicle doors, low-angle access, and experienced spotters make departures and returns easy, even for low-clearance cars.

Inside, climate control shields the vehicle from temperature fluctuations, moisture, outdoor dust, and dirt. Battery maintenance ensures it's ready to start. Regular condition checks catch small issues before they turn into bigger problems.

Biometric access and 24/7 HD surveillance secure the facility, while professional handling ensures each vehicle receives the care its value deserves.

AutoVino can also handle detailing, paint correction, ceramic coating, paint protection film, and routine service while the car is in storage. That means fewer appointments, less transportation hassle, and more time behind the wheel.

Because an exotic car isn't always best kept under a cover.

Sometimes, it is on the road.

Check the comments for the link to learn more about premium vehicle storage at AutoVino in San Carlos.

Friday Is Detailing Day at AutoVinoEvery Friday, Diamond Car Care detailer Keith cleans the automobiles displayed throug...
07/17/2026

Friday Is Detailing Day at AutoVino

Every Friday, Diamond Car Care detailer Keith cleans the automobiles displayed throughout the AutoVino showroom, removing dust and fingerprints and keeping the collection museum-ready for members and guests.

Diamond Car Care also offers post-drive maintenance for AutoVino storage clients. After an owner comes back from a track day, weekend outing, or a spirited drive along Skyline Boulevard to Alice’s Restaurant, Diamond Car Care washes and prepares the vehicle before returning it to its designated storage spot in the Grand Showroom.

With 38 years of experience, Diamond Car Care knows that each finish, material, and car needs its own special treatment. The team has prepared vehicles for the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, including award winners.

From weekly showroom maintenance to post-drive vehicle care, Diamond Car Care keeps the AutoVino collection ready to be driven, displayed, and admired.

Learn more about AutoVino car storage and on-site vehicle care. The link is in the comments below.

AUTO VINO | 380 INDUSTRIAL ROAD | SAN CARLOS

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380 Industrial Road
San Carlos, CA
94070

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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