DuPont Registry
Introduction '''duPont REGISTRY''' is an American luxury lifestyle brand and high-end automobile digital marketplace founded in 1985.Originally established as a luxury lifestyle magazine, duPont REGISTRY has evolved to become a digital platform for luxury items, while maintaining its prestigious print publication.
History The original idea was conceived and presented to Thomas L. duPont by Steven B. Chapman and Clinton W. Sly. Thomas duPont bought one-third of the company and he provided the initial funding. Chapman, Sly and duPont were equal owners. Ronald Barreto was the first employee and continues to work at the firm. The firm's headquarters are in Clearwater, Florida. Their former Tampa location was also home to a luxury car showroom. As of 2003, their average reader had a net worth of 2.2 million. The flagship publication is ''duPont Registry: A Buyers Gallery of Fine Automobiles'', which launched in 1985.Other titles include ''duPont Registry: A Buyers Gallery of Fine Homes'', ''duPont Registry: A Buyers Gallery of Fine Boats'', and ''duPont Registry Tampa Bay''. Their web presence has been described as a "rich man's ''Craigslist''".In December 2021, duPont REGISTRY became part of the Motorsport Network.
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