# Blackthorn Advisors LLC

> A specialist advisory firm singularly focused on identifying the finest collectible and investment-grade race cars for discerning investors and collectors worldwide.

Blackthorn Advisors was founded by Claude Bovet, owner of Lionscrest Advisors and the Blackthorn Group of companies. The firm's advisory work is led by Julien Draper, a former professional racing driver whose career spans private equity, venture capital, and motorsport.

## What We Do

Blackthorn Advisors provides specialist advisory services in the collectible race car market — a niche, relationship-driven, and opaque asset class that rewards deep knowledge and trusted networks. The most exceptional cars rarely reach public auction; they change hands quietly between those with the right access and expertise.

Our services include:

**Identification & Sourcing** — Leveraging an extensive global network to source rare and exceptional race cars before they reach the open market.

**Provenance & Due Diligence** — Rigorous assessment of racing history, documentation, condition, and authenticity — the foundations of long-term value.

**Portfolio Strategy** — Advising on how collectible motorsport assets can complement a broader investment portfolio, balancing passion, rarity, and return potential.

**Trusted Networks** — Relationships built across decades in professional motorsport, private equity, and the collector car world.

## Key Concepts

**Investment-Grade Race Car** — A racing car combining significant motorsport provenance, manufacturer rarity, documented racing history at the highest levels, and excellent condition. The most valuable cars have competed at iconic events such as Le Mans, the Spa 24 Hours, or major GT championships with full documentation.

**Racing Car Provenance** — The documented racing history, ownership record, and authenticity of a collectible race car. Provenance is the single most important factor in determining long-term value.

**Collectible Race Car Advisory** — Specialist services for investors and collectors seeking to acquire, manage, or sell investment-grade racing cars.

## People

**Claude Bovet** — Founder & Owner. Owner of investment management firm Lionscrest Advisors and the Blackthorn Group of companies. An amateur racing driver, Claude launched Blackthorn Advisors to provide expert advisory on the identification and selection of the finest and most collectible race cars.

**Julien Draper** — Principal & Director. Career spanning private equity, venture capital and the motorsport sector. Former partner at Knife Capital, a leading South African VC fund. As a semi-professional racing driver during the 2000s, Julien competed in the Blancpain Endurance Series, British GT, the Spa 24 Hours, and Goodwood Revival.

**Harry Dickinson** — Strategic Advisor. Founder and Managing Partner of Harrington Cooper. Extensive investor relations and fund management experience. Previously served as an officer in the British Army for seven years.

## The Blackthorn Group

Blackthorn Advisors is part of the Blackthorn Group, founded by Claude Bovet:

- **Blackthorn Racing** (www.blackthorn.racing) — Aston Martin Racing AMR Partner Team competing in endurance racing including the Asian Le Mans Series. Sponsored by Lionscrest Advisors and Universa Investments.
- **Blackthorn Advisors** (www.blackthorn-advisors.com) — Specialist collectible race car advisory. You are here.
- **Blackthorn Performance Cars** (www.blackthorn.autos) — Performance car division offering access to the world's finest race cars and track-focused vehicles.

## Group Investment Partner

**Lionscrest Advisors Ltd** (www.lionscrestadvisors.com) — Investment management firm providing access to Universa Investments' tail-hedging and risk mitigation strategies. Protecting capital and raising compound returns for qualified investors. Founded by Claude Bovet, who has been investing with Mark Spitznagel and Nassim Nicholas Taleb since 2000.

## Contact

Website: https://www.blackthorn-advisors.com
Enquiry form: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/1jSlB3s

## Disclosures

All content (c) 2025 Blackthorn Advisors LLC. The information on this website does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell any asset. Past performance of collectible assets is not indicative of future results.