Following its highly anticipated unveiling at the Quail during Monterey Car Week in August, Spyker continued its return to the international automotive stage with an appearance at The Bridge X on September 19, 2026.
Set against the historic backdrop of the former Bridgehampton Race Circuit in the Hamptons, Spyker presented the new Spyker C8 Preliator XXV Coupé, marking the Dutch marque's first participation in this prestigious, invitation-only event.
A celebration of automotive heritage
Celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2026, The Bridge has established itself as one of the most distinguished automotive gatherings on the East Coast.
Held at The Bridge golf club in Bridgehampton, New York, the event brings together exceptional automobiles from some of the world's finest private collections, alongside an international audience of collectors, enthusiasts and leading figures from the worlds of automotive design, luxury and craftsmanship.
Unlike traditional concours events, The Bridge has no judging, awards or rankings. Instead, the emphasis is entirely on the automobiles themselves: their history, engineering, design and the stories behind them.
The Bridge golf club occupies the grounds of the former Bridgehampton Race Circuit, a legendary American racetrack established in 1957. For Spyker, a marque with 146 years of heritage and a rich history in motorsport, the occasion offered a particularly fitting environment.
The Spyker C8 Preliator XXV Coupé at The Bridge
Following its successful world premiere at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, the Spyker C8 Preliator XXV Coupé made its appearance on the East Coast at The Bridge.
Limited to just 25 individually numbered examples, the Spyker Preliator XXV Coupé represents the next chapter in Spyker's remarkable history, combining the marque's unmistakable design language with an uncompromising dedication to craftsmanship, individuality and mechanical purity.
At a time when the automotive industry is increasingly embracing digital technology, the Spyker Preliator XXV Coupé remains deliberately analogue. Its exposed manual gearshift mechanism, aviation-inspired details and handcrafted interior celebrate the connection between driver and machine.
Presented among some of the world's most remarkable collector automobiles, the Coupé was a fitting addition to an event dedicated to automotive artistry and engineering excellence.
Where automotive culture meets contemporary luxury
Beyond the exceptional automobiles on display, The Bridge X brought together the worlds of fine watchmaking, aviation, fashion, art and luxury hospitality. Throughout the grounds, carefully curated installations and experiences created an atmosphere that extended far beyond a traditional automotive exhibition. The gathering offered an opportunity for collectors, designers and enthusiasts to connect in an intimate environment, united by a shared appreciation for exceptional craftsmanship, heritage and innovation.
This philosophy closely reflects Spyker's own approach to automotive design. Rather than following conventional trends, Spyker has always pursued individuality, combining its historic roots in Dutch coachbuilding and aviation with a distinctive interpretation of the modern sports car.
Spyker extends its sincere thanks to the organisers of The Bridge for their warm welcome and for creating such an exceptional gathering.
Nulla Tenaci Invia Est Via.
For the tenacious, no road is impassable.
Images: Tony Laiacona
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