Developer Mikael Hamaoui has partnered with Prestige Imports to introduce an automotive concierge program at the upcoming Pagani Residences in North Bay Village. Prestige Imports, led by CEO Brett David, will launch its Auto Privata service when the hypercar-branded condominium is completed.
According to a news release, Prestige Imports will train the building’s valet staff and provide monthly vehicle condition reports as well as service scheduling for residents. The program will allow residents to purchase memberships or select individual services to maintain their car collections. Services include discreet vehicle delivery to locations such as private airports, social events, or restaurants.
Prestige Imports, founded in 1977 by Irv David and now run by his son Brett David, is based in North Miami Beach. It is recognized as one of the largest luxury and exotic car dealerships in North America and is among only three licensed Pagani dealers in the United States.
Sales for Pagani Residences began in 2024 under Hamaoui’s Riviera Horizons. The 30-story development at 7940 West Drive will feature 70 units with prices starting at $3.7 million. Construction is expected to be completed by 2028.
The project is part of a trend where luxury condominiums partner with high-end automobile brands. Other examples include Gil Dezer’s Porsche Design Tower and Bentley Residences, Michael Stern’s Mercedes-Benz Places project, and Related Group’s Pininfarina-designed condo development.
Some developments have introduced unique car-related amenities—such as Dezer’s “Dezervator,” which transports vehicles directly to residential units—but Brett David noted that not all branded projects offer more than just the association with a luxury name. “There’s not much to it,” he said.
The introduction of Auto Privata comes amid intense competition among South Florida condo developers who seek to attract buyers through amenities like theaters, golf simulators, private dining rooms, guest suites, and concierge medical services.
Hamaoui explained his focus on practicality: “You have to pick and choose which amenities are going to be most meaningful,” he said, adding that many features can “just collect dust once the project is delivered.”
He also observed that many buyers are drawn to branded residences because of the specialized services offered. Hamaoui noted an increase in inquiries from car collectors concerned about finding reliable automotive services in Miami.
The market for collectible cars has grown rapidly alongside other luxury goods categories. Brett David commented on this trend: “Cars have now turned into a blue chip stock.”
Miami has become an important center for car culture in the U.S., hosting events such as F1’s Miami Grand Prix. As demand grows for luxury vehicle storage options, real estate developers are responding with new garage facilities and car club projects throughout South Florida.
In Little River, Newgard Development Group plans Revault Miami—a luxury car condominium accommodating up to nine cars per unit across 16 units. In Pembroke Pines, Mark S. Gold of The Ticket Clinic intends to build a 26-unit car condo complex. Scott Cunningham’s Hangar Group has announced a 68-unit car condo project in West Palm Beach after selling out its first facility in Riviera Beach.
