CONCOURS OF ELEGANCE 2018 KICKS OFF THIS WEEK! HERE ARE TEN OF THE MOST AMAZING THINGS TO SEE AND DO

Car Show PR

In car show PR news, the Concours of Elegance will return to Hampton Court Palace, Friday 31 August – 2 September, for its seventh running. This year’s event is set to be the biggest and most diverse yet. At its heart, as ever, is the exquisite royal venue. A line-up of around 60 extraordinary cars in the Main Concours. Plus, for 2018 there’s more to see and do than ever before. Here are just a few of the reasons you should make your way to Hampton Court Palace this weekend:

1.The finest cars in the world

Around 60 cars will gather in the event’s Main Concours. Telling the story of the motor car from start to finish through only the rarest and most exquisite vehicles ever produced. Starting with pioneers like the Panhard et Levassor 15hp. The Concours travels through to rarities like the race-winning Aston Martin DB3S and gorgeous Bizzarrini GT Strada 5300. Finishing with recent performance icons like the McLaren F1 GTR ‘Long Tail’ and Mercedes CLK LM.

2.The new Future Classics feature

This all-new line-up is a showcase of the Concours stars of the future. Markedly, crowned by the completely bespoke and unique Rolls-Royce Sweptail. It’s the first fully in-house designed and fully coachbuilt Rolls-Royce in half a century. Complete with a bespoke body as well as interior. Secondly, the Sweptail is joined by the one-of-26 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Speedster. As well as, the McLaren Senna chassis number one. Plus, the one-of-seven Aston Martin V12 Vantage V600.

3.The world’s fastest four-doors in Harry’s Garage

Curated by founder of the Harry’s Garage YouTube channel and evo Magazine, Harry Metcalfe, this supersaloon celebration includes only the fastest and most iconic four-door cars ever made. Among them you’ll find the 200mph Jaguar XE SV Project 8. Furthermore, the 205mph Aston Martin Rapide AMR. As well as past masters like the Lotus Carlton. And the Mercedes AMG Hammer – the first saloon car to ever hit 186mph.

4.A collection of the finest Ferraris ever built

Car Show PR: Visitors to the Concours of Elegance can see six of the most incredible Ferraris ever created, including the unique 166MM/ 212 Export ‘Uovo’

Notably, visitors to the Concours of Elegance can see six of the most incredible Ferraris ever created. Including the unique 166MM/ 212 Export ‘Uovo’. In fact, this absolute one-off was designed as the ultimate sports racing car of its day. With a lightweight and aerodynamic design inspired by its designer’s aeronautical training. Joining the ‘Uovo’ is the last ever four-cylinder Ferrari built – the 500 TRC by Scaglietti. Also on site is the one-of-fourteen Ferrari 365 California Spyder.

5.The classics you could drive away in

Eight of the UK’s most prestigious classic and performance car specialists will be showcasing some of their latest and greatest stock at the Concours of Elegance. So once you’ve had enough of browsing the cars in the Concours, you can pick one up of your very own. Exhibiting this year are:
Nicholas Mee
Fiskens
Duncan Hamilton ROFGO
Frank Dale & Stepsons
Thornley Kelham
Classic Motor Cars
Bell Classics
Tom Hartley

6.The Aston Martin DB4 Celebration

The Concours of Elegance will this year host a celebration of 60 years since the iconic Aston Martin DB4 was introduced. Assembled by the Aston Martin Owners Club, the line-up will include:
DB4 prototype
Example of DB4 Series 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Original DB4 GT
DB4 GT Zagato
A DB4 Bertone Jet
DB4 GT Continuation

7.The Club Trophy

The winners of some of the UK’s most prestigious Concours events will gather for the ‘best-of-the-best’ Club Trophy. Run by the RAC. Judged by a panel of experts led by HRH Prince Michael of Kent. Significantly, the Club Trophy will go on to appear in the Main Concours event at Concours of Elegance in 2019.

8.Some of the finest timepieces in the world

The Concours of Elegance this year will be hosting a display of some of the finest timepieces of A. Lange & Söhne. However, only a few thousand watches are crafted each year. Exclusively endowed with proprietary movements which are lavishly decorated and assembled by hand. Furthermore, Concours of Elegance will offer the first public viewing of the A. Lange & Söhne 1815 TOURBILLON. Moreover, this has been finished in platinum and limited to just 100 units.

9.Luxury Experiences

A huge array of luxury experiences are on offer at Concours of elegance. From the luxury three-course picnics offered by Tom’s Kitchen to the Champagne Taittinger bar. Complimentary wet shaves from London’s oldest barber, Truefitt & Hill. Guests can browse the incredible pieces on display from Augustine Jewels. Admire art from Collier Dobson. Enjoy fine scotch whisky from John Dewar & Sons.

10.Nearly a thousand incredible cars

Finally, adding Jaguar Trophy, Bentley Trophy, Octane Tour and Car Club displays, over the three days of the event. The Concours of Elegance is expecting nearly 1,000 cars of the most incredible classic and performance cars to gather in the grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

Tickets to the Concours of Elegance can be bought on the door, with full day adult admission at £40. Alternatively, tickets are available online at www.concoursofelegance.co.uk/tickets

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