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SUMMARY:The "Concours of Elegance" Takes Center Stage at Hampton Court Palace London (Sept. 5-7\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Concours of Elegance\, presented by A. Lange & Söhne\, will return to the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace from Friday\, September 5 through Sunday\, September 7\, 2025. \nNow in its 14th edition\, Europe’s premier concours d’elegance will showcase an exquisite lineup of 75 of the world’s rarest and most significant motor cars\, drawn from leading private collections. \nMany of these automobiles will be making their first-ever public appearance\, offering enthusiasts a rare glimpse of otherwise hidden treasures. \nThe event presents the full sweep of motoring history\, from pioneering machines of the early 1900s and 1930s Art Deco coachbuilt masterpieces\, to post-war racing legends\, 1960s and 70s prototypes\, and the rarest hypercars of the modern era. \nOne of England’s most prestigious luxury automotive gatherings\, the Concours will host hundreds of collectors and enthusiasts eager to share their passion and showcase their prized vehicles.\n \nIn the days leading up to the event\, many concours entrants will take part in a two-day driving tour through the English countryside\, combining motoring tradition with cultural charm. \nThe highlight of the weekend will be the Concours of Cars on Sunday\, where 75 carefully selected vehicles will be judged not by a panel of experts\, but by their fellow owners. \nThis unique voting tradition makes the Concours of Elegance stand apart\, as the coveted “Best of Show” reflects the collective admiration of the world’s most discerning car collectors. \nThe “Concours of Elegance” showcases more than 60 incredibly rare collector cars right outside Hampton Court Palace in London. Complementing the Concours of Elegance will be displays of hundreds of other fine motor cars\, including entrants to The Club Trophy. \nNow in its eighth year\, The Club Trophy sees some of the UK’s most prestigious car clubs offering up their finest examples to an independent panel of judges. \nThe winning Club Trophy car will secure a place in the following year’s main Concours of Elegance event. \n\n  \n \n2025: FEATURED EVENT: LE MANS 24-HOUR CENTENARY CELEBRATION\n\nThe Concours will spotlight a spectacular centenary display in collaboration with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO)\, celebrating 100 years of the iconic Le Mans race.\nThe exhibition includes no fewer than ten legendary race-winning cars from Le Mans history.\nThe lineup includes the following celebrated winners:\n\n1924 Bentley 3-Litre VDP\n1929 Bentley Speed Six “Old N°1” (two-time winner)\n1931 Alfa Romeo 8C‑2300 LM Zagato\n1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL W194\n1963 Ferrari 275 P ‘0814’ (two-time winner)\n1968 Ford GT40\n1974 Matra 670B Le Mans Prototype\n1979 Rondeau M379B\n1995 Porsche TWR WSC‑95\n2003 Bentley Speed 8\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Exhibitions\nEach year\, the Concours of Elegance hosts unique themed displays that add extra layers of storytelling to the weekend. Past highlights have included: \n\nA Le Mans Centenary Tribute\, featuring ten winning race cars spanning decades.\nBugatti “Le Pur-Sang des Automobiles”\, celebrating Ettore Bugatti’s genius with both historic models and modern hypercars.\nRoyal Guests\, such as HRH Prince Michael of Kent\, a long-time patron and active motoring enthusiast.\n\nThe 2025 program promises similarly special exhibitions\, bringing together significant cars rarely seen outside private collections. \nA Brand New Bugatti Divo Promenading Through the Concours of Elegance \nHRH Prince Michael of Kent GCVO remains the official Patron of the Concours of Elegance and long known for his passion for motoring—famously having driven the 1933 Napier-Railton to a past concours. \nWhile his continued patronage adds gravitas\, his attendance at the 2025 event has not been publicly confirmed. \n\nLIST OF ALL FEATURED EVENTS: \n\nA Concours d’Elegance that’ll flaunt the pre-war charmers.\nA Concours de Sport that’ll showcase the racing beasts.\nA Concours d’Exposition that’ll bring the 1950s and 1960s rockstars.\nA Concours de Style for the slick cars from the 1970s and 1980s.\nA Concours de Concept Cars that’ll blow your mind with futuristic visions.\nA Classic Car Auction that’s like a bidding frenzy from the movies.\nA Paddock Display of cars that’ll make you rub your eyes in disbelief.\nA Family Zone where kids will have so much fun\, they’ll forget they’re not in a theme park.\n\n\nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\n \nOwners’ Day – Grand Arrival: The Concours may be the main event\, but the Grand Arrival is a spectacle in itself. \nEighty of the finest cars\, spanning more than 100 years of automotive progress\, drive in procession before taking their places in the Fountain Gardens for the weekend. Seeing the Concours cars in motion is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. \n\n2025 Concours of Elegance Schedule (September 5–7\, 2025)\nFriday\, September 5 — Owners’ & VIP Day\n\n10:00 — The Concours of Elegance Opens\n11:00–12:30 — Introduction of individual concours cars on the Concours Stage\n12:30–14:00 — Specialist Showcase featuring leading UK specialist dealers\n14:00–14:15 — Presentation of the Gooding & Christie’s Award\n14:15–14:30 — Presentation of the AirX Award\n14:30–17:30 — Continued introductions of concours cars on the Stage\n18:00 — Event closes for the day\nMore Details: https://concoursofelegance.co.uk/hospitality/\n\nSaturday\, September 6 — Main Concours & Club Awards\n\n10:00 — Event opens\n10:15–10:45 — Parade of the Club Trophy entrants\n10:45–11:15 — Interview with the designers of the Lotus Esprit\n11:15 — Connolly Leather feature: Ferrari 456 “Lola”\n11:30–12:15 — Introduction of individual concours cars on stage\n12:15–13:45 — Specialist Showcase with top UK dealers\n14:45 — The Chairman’s Award presented\n15:00 — Jaguar Trophy presentation\n15:30 — Club Trophy presentation by the Royal Automobile Club\n15:45 — Restoration Showcase Trophy presented by Classic & Sports Car\n16:15–16:45 — Levitt Trophy presentation\n16:45 — Best Car Club Award by Classic & Sports Car\n17:00 — Specialist Dealer Trophy presentation\n18:00 — Event closes for the day\n\nSunday\, September 7 — Final Day & Grand Depart\n\n\n\n10:00 — Event opens\n10:15–11:15 — Parade of the “Thirty Under 30” Concours Cars\n11:15–12:00 — Specialist Showcase continues\n12:00 — The Collector feature\n12:30–13:45 — Specialist Showcase continues\n14:15–14:45 — Junior Concours and awards\n14:45–15:00 — Presentation of Best in Show (in partnership with A. Lange & Söhne)\n15:00–16:00 — Presentation of awards for Concours Decades\, Future Classics\, and Special Classes\n16:00 — 30 Under 30 Award (presented by A. Lange & Söhne)\n16:15 — Bentley Trophy presentation\n16:30 — Best Club Car Award by Classic & Sports Car\n16:45 — The Grand Depart — rare cars leave Hampton Court Palace in procession\n17:00 — Event closes\n\n\n\n\nFOOD & DRINK AT THE CONCOURS OF ELEGANCE\n\nThere is a wide variety of food and drink for visitors to enjoy at the Concours of Elegance. From VIP Hospitality packages and Fortnum & Mason Hampers to the Charles Heidsieck Champagne Bar and Jim and Tonic\, to espresso coffee and a range of street food vendors. \nThe Concours of Elegance believes that quality gin and sustainability should go hand in hand. That’s why the Concours is ushering in the Roaring 2020s with a new breed of gin fit for the times. \nAt the three London Distillery Bar venues will be four sustainable urban gins\, which have been perfected based on feedback from literally thousands of punters who’ve visited the bars. Visit Jim & Tonic. \n\nTICKETS AND ADMISSION: \n– Friday\, September 5\, 2025: 10 am – 6 pm – Concours Of Elegance – Hampton Court Palace\, Surrey – VIP Admission £90 – (Buy Tickets Here) \n– Saturday\, September 6\, 2025: 10 am – 6 pm – Concours Of Elegance – Hampton Court Palace\, Surrey – General Admission £50 – (Buy Tickets Here) \n– Sunday\, September7\, 2025: 10 am – 5.30 pm – Concours Of Elegance – Hampton Court Palace\, Surrey – General Admission £50 – (Buy Tickets Here) \n\nCAR PARKING\nLimited parking is available. Car parking is on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with payment required on-site. During busy periods\, it’s advisable to consider other means of travel. \nON-SITE PARKING:\nParking on-site is £1.60 per hour (car parking bays fit a standard car only). Pay for your parking with a card only. Please note the parking machines are touch screen and sanitizer dispensers are next to the machines. \nAlternatively\, you can use the Glide app. If our on-site car park is full\, please use our nearby off-site car park at Hampton Court Green\, as shown below.
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LOCATION:Hampton Court Palace\, Hampton Court Road\, East Molesey\, Surrey\, KT8 9AU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Car Show
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SUMMARY:Old Car Festival in Greenfield Village Is The Longest Running Antique Car Show In America (September 6-7\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:(Updated: August: 23\, 2025) — Get ready to step back in time at the Old Car Festival at the Greenfield Village Car Museum in Dearborn\, Michigan\, on September 6-7\, 2025! \nThis two-day extravaganza invites you to experience the charm and nostalgia of classic automobiles in a vibrant\, historic setting. \n“Watch Live The Assembly Of A 1915 Ford Model-T In Under 10 Minutes – Only At  Greenfield Village!!!” \n(See Video Below) \n\nDiscover the Magic of Greenfield Village Ford Museum\nGreenfield Village is a stunning replica of a 1900s city\, where history comes alive. Immerse yourself in a festival filled with antique car experiences\, delicious historically styled food\, and engaging car-themed events. \nHere you will enjoy the lively sounds of Dixieland music as you stroll through the festival\, highlighted by an enchanting parade reminiscent of Disney magic. \n\nFamily-Friendly & Automotive Educational\nBring the whole family including the dids for a fun-filled day of parading antique automobiles\, exploring old school brick-paved streets lit by gas-powered street lamps\, while dancing to the delightful tunes of the River Raisin Ragtime Band. \nCar enthusiasts will be able to engage with passionate automotive historians\, classic car owners\, and automotive experts. This event will feature hundreds of historic car (1900 to 1950) \,  antique trucks\, vintage motorcycles\, and one of a kind bicycles. \n\nTwo Days of Exciting Car Themed Activities\nWitness the thrill of awards being presented for the best restored and unrestored cars. Throughout the festival\, don’t miss the chance to watch a live demonstration of a Ford Motors team assembling a Model T from scratch! \nAs the sun sets\, the evening culminates in a spectacular Gaslight Car Parade\, where you can enjoy the magical glow of vintage vehicles while listening to lively Dixieland-themed music. \n\nAll Aboard for Special Featured Events\nExperience the thrill of antique vehicle demonstrations and ride in authentic antique cars in Walnut Grove. This unique opportunity allows you to feel the nostalgia firsthand! \nYou’ll also enjoy a narrated demonstration on how to install vehicle-side curtains\, along with a fascinating history of early automotive lighting. Discover the evolution of car lights\, featuring the first automotive acetylene headlights\, propane lamps\, and steam cars. \nDon’t miss this chance to celebrate automotive history and create lasting memories with family and friends at the Old Car Festival. Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of fun\, learning\, and nostalgia! \nThis version aims to create a more engaging and inviting tone while highlighting the festival’s key attractions and experiences. Let me know if you need any further adjustments! \nThe Old Car Festival features an early 1900s’ band\, early 1920s’ food\, and roasted peanut stand\, freshly prepared grilled country cooking\, and a 1900s’ themed fair with wooden carved games for the kids. \n\n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\nCar Games Event – The Car Games will also be held at Walnut Grove\, which will offer car owners the opportunity to show off their antique vehicle driving skills. \nTHIS IS A MUST-SEE VIDEO \n \nThe Gaslight Tour – The Gaslight Tour (more like a 1900’s street party ) begins at 7:00 pm as the sun sets. Everyone is invited to attend the final event—with more details to follow. Last-minute updates are available at (https://www.thehenryford.org/current-events/calendar/old-car-festival/). \nAwards Presentation – Three antique car collector awards will be presented on Sunday the 8th at approximately 4:30 pm at the vehicle Pass-in-Review stand (more like a big grandstand). Awards include the Popular Choice Award\, The Curator’s Choice Award\, and the Best-of-Show Award.  The presentation of the awards will take place at the Pass-in-Review stand. \nThe Old Car Festival Shows Off With Original Antique Car Demonstrations & Experiences\,  Antique Car Motoring Games From Car Owners\, Gas Light Tours Where Everything Was Before Electricity\, And Multiple Car Collectors Awards For Best Antique Car Presentations At The Car Show. \n\nABOUT THE GREENFIELD VILLAGE CAR SHOW & MUSEUM \nAt the longest-running antique car show in America\, you will be immersed in the moving stories of the early automotive era\, perfectly set in the place where the history of the American automobile not only is passionately preserved but also comes to life every day. \nFrom the turn of the century to the Great Depression\, Old Car Festival in Greenfield Village offers a raucous ride of vehicles that epitomize the earnest optimism of the American Dream. \nWalk along Main Street filled with holiday items\, food\, and hot drinks. You can also ride an old Model T\, carousel\, or wagon pulled by horses. Step inside old houses to see how families have celebrated for years. \nGenerations of car owners share their passion with fans during this beloved tradition\, showcasing an astounding array of restored vehicles in an authentic hometown setting that brings you right into a long-ago moment. \nWander through the Village and talk to owners about their treasured vehicles. The ongoing Pass-in-Review parade is a car lover’s dream\, as electric\, steam and gas-powered engines are constantly in motion around you. \nWatch drivers engage in games of skill\, see a Model T assembled in just minutes\, or just sit back and enjoy our experts sharing “car talks” while historic vehicles cruise. \n\nVIDEO: Assembling A Ford Model T In Under 10 Minutes At  Greenfield Village \n \nRagtime America comes to life in the center of Greenfield Village with historically-inspired street food\, music\, dancing\, and even a cakewalk. \nPlan to stay late Saturday evening for the Gaslight Parade of Cars\, and dance along with popular music of the Ragtime era. Cap off the evening with a Dixieland-style parade and a fireworks finale. Source: https://www.thehenryford.org/ \n\nTICKET & ADMISSION PRICES\n*Membership is FREE for all Henry Ford Museum Members. \nNon-member prices are listed below. \nNon-Member Tickets\nGeneral Admission $35.00 (BUY TICKETS HERE)\nSenior (Age 62+) $31.50\nYouth (Ages: 5-11) $26.25\nChild (4 & Under) Free \nPARKING\nThe event provides overnight parking for campers\, motorhomes\, and trailers. All overnight parking is within walking distance of the Greenfield Village car show. \nShuttle service is provided between the parking lot and the Eagle Tavern. After the car show\, you can pick up the shuttle\, which is near the Eagle Tavern. Wristbands are required for all shuttles to and from the Greenfield Village car show. \nGREENFIELD VILLAGE FACEBOOK PAGE \n\nNEW AT GREENFIELD VILLAGE IN 2025: Exhibits: “Indiana Autos” \nIndiana rivaled Michigan in the prowess and scale of its automotive industry. Established in 1898\, Haynes-Apperson was among the nation’s pioneering automobile firms. Duesenberg and Marmon set benchmarks in luxury and engineering excellence. \nFACTOID: Haynes-Apperson Company was a manufacturer of Brass Era automobiles in Kokomo\, Indiana\, from 1896 to 1905. It was the first automobile manufacturer in Indiana\, and among the first in the United States. Elwood Haynes\, one of the founders\, worked on early types of stainless steel and was the inventor of stellite\, and many of the early advances in automobile technology were first invented by the company. \nThe 1907 Apperson “Big Dick” was built between 1907-1908. The Apperson Big Dick had 96 horsepower and cost about $15\,000. Apperson put their race engine in a 50-hp Jackrabbit runabout to create the “Big Dick” The Big-Dick 96-hp racer held the record for the highest advertised horsepower vehicle in an American automobile until 1914.Image courtesy AACA Library \nMcFarlan crafted some of the period’s most coveted vehicles. Stutz introduced America to its America’s original sports car.. Studebaker\, initially based in Detroit\, relocated its production to South Bend in the 1920s. \nFurthermore\, Indiana’s own Carl Fisher initiated the iconic Indianapolis 500— a racing event that remains unparalleled. We honor the legacy of the Hoosier State\, spotlighting its illustrious automotive heritage. \n\nYour Experience Includes\n\nDive into captivating automotive history scenes.\nExplore a vast collection of historic cars\, trucks\, motorcycles\, and bicycles.\nSavor street food with a touch of history.\nSwing to the live rhythms of the River Raisin Ragtime Revue.\nEngage in enlightening chats with car owners\, automotive historians\, and experts.\nWitness the grand Pass-in-Review parade.\nExperience unique demonstrations.\nCelebrate excellence with awards for the finest restored and untouched vehicles.\nWatch the magic of a Live Ford Model T assembly team.\nEnd your Saturday with the enchanting Gaslight Parade of Cars\, illuminated by kerosene and early electric lamps\, followed by a lively Dixieland-style procession.
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LOCATION:Green Field Village\, 20900 Oakwood Blvd\, Dearborn\, MI\, 48124\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Des Moines Concours d’Elegance & Car Art Show Three Day Event At The Downtown Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park (September 7\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Des Moines Concours d’Elegance™ is a car classic show that takes place on September 8th at the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. The main event features a judged Concours car show and a celebration of fine art and car design history\, evolution\, and innovation. \nThe three-day event starts with an Inaugural Des Moines Concours Charity Gala on Friday\, Sept. 6th\, then a four-hour 17th Annual Heartlands Driving Tour through the back roads of Iowa on Saturday\, and ends with a 150-classic car Concours judging and award ceremony on Sunday. (See Full Schedule Below) \nHIGHLIGHTS \n\nDate: September 8\, 2025\nType of Event: Concours Car Show\nLocation: Pappajohn Sculpture Park 1330 Grand Ave. Des Moines\, IA 50309\nAdmission: Free for all ages\nOfficial Website: Des Moines Concours\nStay Connected: Follow us on Facebook & Twitter\nCharity Partner: Children’s Cancer Connection\nProudly Sponsored By: Iowa Automobile Heritage Foundation\n\n\n \nDowntown Des Moines Concours d’Elegance Kicks Off With Over 150 Classic Award Winning Collectible Cars and 31 works of art by 25 of the world’s most celebrated sculptors. \nThe Concours d’Elegance Car Show features over 150 of the highest-quality vintage cars of all eras. The cars are supplied by car collectors from across the country. \nThe cars are divided into classes\, judged\, and then presented with awards for the finale. This year\, the Concours will include an eclectic class category including early 20’s convertible cars\, atomic age collectibles\, space age collectibles\, and Austin and Austin 7 Centenary Dates 1922–1938. \nIn addition to the cars\, the event will feature nationally recognized car art and sculptures that will be on display throughout Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The car art exhibit will feature over 31 original works of art designed by 25 of the world’s most celebrated sculptors. \nThe Des Moines Concours three-day event takes place on Sunday\, September 8\, from 10:00–4:00 in downtown Des Moines\, Iowa. The event is free for everyone\, and kids\, pictures\, dogs\, and cats are all allowed. \n\n2025 Des Moines Concours d’Elegance Car Show Schedule\n\nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 5TH\, 2025 EVENTS\nInaugural Des Moines Concours Charity Gala\n(Friday\, September 5th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm) \n\nLocation: Stine Barn\, located at 4000 Turnberry Drive\, West Des Moines AI 50265\n\nJoin the opening event Charity Gala at the fabulous Stine Barn for food and drinks on September 6th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. \nCome enjoy the Extraordinary Food and Unforgettable Experiences catered by Cyd’s Catering. Cyd’s will be serving a full dinner as well as beer\, wine\, and drinks. \nYou will also enjoy the experiences of national author and speaker Tom Cotter from the TV show Barn Find Hunter. The event costs $275 that is donated to the Children’s Cancer Connection\, which is 501(c)3 tax deductible. \nYou will also be able to enjoy feature car Myron Stine’s rare 2024 Lamborghini Countach (only 1 of 112 built ) officially a 1985 “Downdraft” Lamborghini Countach. Also\, see Curt Leaverton’s Porsche Carrara GT and 1937 Alfa 6C. \nThe event is hosted by the Iowa Automotive Heritage Foundation with proceeds from the event benefiting the Children’s Cancer Connection. \n– TICKETS: Per Person: $275\n• Couples: $500\n• Table of Eight: $1\,800 (or $225 each for 8 or more) (BUY TICKETS HERE) \n\nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 6TH\, 2025 EVENTS\n17th Annual Heartlands Driving Tour\n(Saturday\, September 6th – Registration is 7:30 am – 8:00 am )\nLocation: Triumph Park located at 700 Douglas Parkway in Waukee\, West Des Moines AI 50265 \nCome enjoy a four-hour driving tour through the historic backroads\, towns\, and countryside of old Iowa with other car enthusiasts. You will experience a military tribute and guest visits to private car collections along the way. \nThe Tour drive through the towns of Stuart\, Dexter\, and Greenfield. Attractions in Greenfield include a bank robbed by Bonnie and Clyde\, the original Freedom Rock®\, and the Foster collection. \nThe tour starts at 8:00 at Triumph Park at 700 Douglas Parkway in Waukeee and ends at Raccoon River Park with a BBQ lunch. \nhe Heartlands Driving Tour costs $40 per person and all proceeds go donated to the charity Children’s Cancer Connection. (Register Here) \n– TICKETS: $40 for each car (driver and passengers) and Includes lunch. \n\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 7TH\, 2025 EVENTS\nDes Moines Concours d’Elegance & Car Show\n(Sunday\, September 8 – From 10:00 am – 4:00 pm ) \nLocation: Pappjohn Sculpture Garden in Des Moines (Grand and Locust between 12th and 16th Streets). Moines AI 50265 \nStarted only seven years ago\, the Des Moines Concours has become a significant staple in the Exclusive Car Concours Circuit. This year\, \nThe Des Moines Concours will host only the highest-quality original antique\, vintage\, classic\, exotic\, and special-interest collectible cars and motorcycles. Over 150 collector cars will be on display at the park\, and awards will be presented at 2:30 directly after the judges tally the votes. \nThis year\, the cars will be judged on authenticity\, condition\, rarity\, design\, engineering\, innovative features\, and historical merit.  These cars are all 100% original\, highly valued cars from personal car collections. There will be no replicas\, reproductions\, or modified vehicles on display. \nPhotos from a walk around the 2022 Des Moines Concours d’Elegance. Hundreds of classic automobiles are on display around the Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. \nBeyond the cars\, the Concours will showcase exhibits of fine car art\, the evolution of vehicle design\, and the significance of innovations over the past century. These innovations include significant contributions from talented car designers and mechanical engineers who helped shape automotive history. \nThe Concours and exhibits are free and open to the public at the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. \nThe event will feature over 150 classic collector cars at the park. The Concours cars will be judged based on vehicle authenticity\, condition\, rarity\, design\, engineering\, innovative features\, and historical merit. Awards will be presented at 2:30 p.m.\, directly after the judges tally the votes. \nFood\, drinks\, and memorabilia will be available at the show from private vendors. There is ample parking on the streets surrounding the park \nTime Schedule for the “Concours d’Elegance & Car Show “\n• 10:00 a.m. Car Show Opens\n• 2:45 p.m. Star Car Presentations\n• 3;00 p.m. Grand Awards Presentation: Join us at 8th and Grand for the presentation of Class Winners and Best of Show.\n• 4;00 p.m. Roar at 4: Listen as cars fire up their engines to leave the snowfield. Have your camera ready! \nCar Classes for the 2025 Des Moines Concours are: \n\nAntiques – Vehicles produced from the beginning of motor vehicles through 1927\nEarly Collectibles– A broad range of cars and trucks produced between 1928 and 1942\nAtomic Age Collectibles– Vehicles with post-war styling built between 1946 and 1957\nSpace Age Collectibles– Tailfins\, chrome\, and sleek body lines\, produced from 1958 to 1969\nPreservation– Unaltered survivors produced before 1974\nClassics– Luxury\, limited production automobiles produced from 1915 to 1948\nExotics– Speed\, rarity\, and provocative designs make these cars an attraction to everyone\nAmerican Muscle – High-performance\, rear-wheel drive\, mid and full-size models up to 1973\nMotorcycles– Mechanical icons that influenced cultures with their design and engineering\nStation Wagons – American station wagons up to 1984\nPorsche 911 – 60th Anniversary – A history for street and the track\nVolkswagen – 1949-1981 Volkswagens in America\n(Source: https://desmoinesconcours.com/exhibiting/)\n\n\nVIDEO: Des Moines Concours d’Elegance – A Premier Exhibition
URL:https://carcollectorsclub.com/event/des-moines-concours-delegance/
LOCATION:Pappjohn Sculpture Garden in Des Moines\, 1330 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show
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SUMMARY:Radnor Hunt Concours d'Elegance Vintage Automotive and Antique Carriage Show (Sept. 5-7\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance will celebrate a three-day car festival at the luxurious equestrian Radnor Hunt Club in Malvern\, Pennsylvania\, on September 5-7\, 2025. \nThe weekend is full of collector car-themed events\, including a welcoming Homemade Barbecue Dinner\, Memorial Road Rally\, a Auction\, a Dinner With Live Music\, a Tie Gala\, and a full Concours d’Elegance. \nRich in history\, The Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance is the only Concours d’Elegance in the United States to still feature coaches and carriages alongside vintage car classics. While the oldest coach might hail from a bygone era\, the newest motor vehicle could be from 2025. \nNow in its 28th year\, The Radnor Hunt Concours car and coach show stands as one of the premier events in Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance Vintage Automotive and Antique Coach Show. \nThe Radnor Hunt is the only U.S. Concours d’Elegance where you will see horse drawn carriages along with pre-war\, post-war\, and modern automobiles. \nThe 2022 Radnor Hunt Concours “Best of Show” was awarded to a 1925 Locomobile Model 48.9 Derham Convertible owned by Robert Jepson. \nThe featured Concours d’Elegance automile classes for 2025 include: \n\nLincoln Continental Pre and Post War (1939 – 1948)\nContinental Mark II (1956-1957)\nContinental Mark III – V (1969-1979\nPierce Arrow\nSports Features: HRG\nBMW 507 and Z8 Pairing\n\n\nThis year\, all the way from Switzerland\, is this incredible 1953 Delahaye 135 MS CL Spéciale Faget-Varnet. This one-off blue coupe will be on the show field as one of the featured vintage vehicles. \nAnother featured vintage marque on the main field will be a car collection of HRGs. The collection includes a rare 1950 HRG 1500\, a 1956 HRG Twin Cam\, and a 1947 HRG 1500 Aerodynamic. \nHRG Engineering Company\, also known as HRG\, was a British car manufacturer based in Tolworth\, Surrey\, in the UK. Cars were produced under the HRG name from 1935 to 1956\, many of which competed in both Grand Prix and Le Mans racing circuits. (Read More on Wikipedia) \nHere are three classic HRG vintage sports cars including a 1950 1500 (top)\, a 1956 Twin Cam(left)\, and a 1947 1500 Aerodynamic (lower right). \n\n  \nTHREE DAY CONCOURS SCHEDULE \nWelcome Barbecue Dinner at The Radnor Hunt Club\nFriday\, September 5th at the Radnor Hunt Clubhouse (Tickets: $75)\nThe first event of the weekend starts on Friday night with a homemade barbecue dinner (cooked on site). The casual BBQ dinner is a way to kick off the car-filled weekend and a chance to meet and socialize with fellow car collectors. \nBeyond the barbeque dinner\, Friday night will include live music\, dancing\, libations\, and JIMMY’S BBQ from Malvern’s. The BBQ dinner will take place at the Radnor Hunt Clubhouse on Friday\, September 8th at 6:00 pm. Tickets cost $85.00. (BUY TICKETS HERE) \nThe Bill O’Connell Memorial Road RallySaturday\, September 6th\, 2025  from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm (Tickets: $225)\nThe Memorial Road Rally starts with a Continental Breakfast that rolls into a three-hour driving tour around town that ends with a Gourmet Catered Lunch at La Locanda Ristorante. \nThe tour involves multiple destination-set playing card question-and-answer sessions that culminate in trophies and prize presentations for cars in each class. Awards will be presented at Sunday’s Concours d’Elegance. \nThe Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally takes place on Saturday\, September 9th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Tickets for this event cost $225. (BUY TICKETS HERE) \nOver 200 Vintage Classic Cars From Several Different Car Collections Will Be On Display At The Radnor Hunt Country Club For The Annual Concours d’Elegance\, Road Tour Gala Dinner\, and Silent Auction \nBlack Tie Gala-Dinner & Dancing and Silent Auction\nSaturday\, September 6th\, 2025 from 6:00 pm (Tickets: $225)\nCome enjoy a Black Tie Gala\, a Gourmet Dinner\, Cocktails\, an Art Show\, and a Silent Auction.  The Gala Dinner will also include libations and a chance to mingle and rub shoulders with fellow car enthusiasts and car collectors. The Gala takes place at the Radnor Hunt Clubhouse\, starting at 6:00 pm and ending at 11:00 pm. Tickets for the Gala and Silent Auction cost $295. (BUY TICKETS HERE) \n\n  \nRadnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance & Car Show\nSunday\, September 7th\, 2025\n9:00am to 4:00pm\nAdmission $80\n \nThe Concours d’Elegance is the final event of the weekend. This year’s Concours will showcase over 200 pristine collector-quality cars and motorcycles. The Concours include professional judging and award presentations. \nCars from all eras and classes will be on display including antique cars\, vintage cars\, sports cars\, and modern cars. The oldest cars may be from the turn of the century while the newest cars are newer never seen before 2023 models. \nThis year\, a special celebration and tribute will feature the 75th Anniversary of Ferrari\, Cars from the Derham Body Company\, Cars of Honoree Chuck Cantwell\, Porsche 4 Cylinder 4 Cam Cars\, and Cadillac. \nAdditionally\, don’t miss the featured vintage and rare motorcycle classes from BSA and Motorcycles Made In America. \nThe Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance takes place on Sunday\, Sept. 10th on the Radnor Hunt Clubhouse lawns. (BUY TICKETS HERE) \nRadnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance\nRadnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance has grown from its humble beginnings to a three-day event that includes a Friday Night Barbecue\, the Bill O’Connell Memorial Road Rally\, and Black Tie Gala on Saturday evening which all culminate in the main event on Sunday; the Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance. (Source: Radnor Hunt Website) \n(Additional Information Is Available On The Radnor Hunt Website) \nThis is a Best of Show Award-Winning 1932 Twin Six Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich Although Dietrich had begun building custom coachwork for Packard in the mid-Twenties\, its most prestigious designs were the Individual Customs. \n\n\nRadnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance Schedule \nDATE: Sunday\, September 7th\, 2025\nLOCATION: Radnor Hunt Club\nADDRESS: 826 Providence Road\, Malvern\, PA 19355 \nADMISSION / TICKETS\nADULT: $80 For Concours d’Elegance General Admission Ages: 18+\nSTUDENT: $40 Concours General Admission: Ages 13-17:\nYOUTH: FREE \nWEBSITE: Radnor Hunt Country Club \nFACEBOOK \n\n\nVIDEO: Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance\n \n\nRadnor Hunt Facebook \n\nBENEFIT AND CHARITY \nA large portion of the Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance is donated to the Thorncroft charity. The THORNCROFT strives to develop the physical and emotional well-being of all who come to the farm. \nIn an environment of love and respect\, Thorncroft helps individuals grow and excel in ways never believed possible. \nThorncroft is committed to helping individuals of all abilities heal\, grow and develop through the use of 24 instructors\, over 30 horses\, 2 indoor arenas on 70 acres of open space \n 
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LOCATION:Randor Hunt Club\, 826 Providence Rd\, Malvern\, PA\, 19355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show
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