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Gooding & Co. Adds an Auction to "The Pebble Beach of the East," Amelia Island
in Classical Drives, on November 18, 2009
... Every winter I dream of attending the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance . My reasons are several. For starters, Amelia Island is in Florida, the event is held around mid-March, and thus the combin...
From France to Hershey: Delage and Delahaye
in Classical Drives, on November 16, 2009
...(above) is one of the newest vehicles in Mr. Rich’s collection. A veteran of the Pebble Beach Concours, it was purchased in August of this year at the Gooding & Company auction in Monterey. Coachwork ...
les virus qui déconnectent votre antivirus
in Business Computer Blog (FR), on novembre 5, 2009
...WACS, colloque dédié à la sécurité informatique opérationnelle, ils ont organisé un concours un peu particulier, un concours de désactivation d’antivirus. Des experts internationaux munis d'ordinateur...
Coming: A Classic Gathering of Buick Roadmasters
in Classical Drives, on October 30, 2009
...an invitation for owners of classic Buick Roadmasters to participate at next summer’s New England Concours d’Elegance, where the big, beautiful Buicks will take center stage. Hemming's goal is to have...
le loueur au meilleur service client...
in Location de Voitures Blog, on octobre 28, 2009
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Bien sûr, pour évaluer la location d'une voiture il faut inspecter le véhicule lui-même, son état, ses performances, sa consommation d'essence. Bien sûr, c'est aussi le prix de la prestation, les assurances incluses, le nombre de kilomètres inclus dans le prix. Mais loue...
The Worst Place to Sit in a Rolls Royce? Not if the Bar is Well-Stocked
in Classical Drives, on October 23, 2009
... A few blogs ago I featured the 2009 Louisville Kentucky Concours d'Elegance , thanks to our intrepid but unpaid reporter, Nigel Matthews, who was there as a judge. Nigel has now forwarded the upd...
Sports Car Clubs Enjoy BC's Fabulous Sea to Sky Highway
in Classical Drives, on October 21, 2009
... Impressed as I am with the major international concours, auctions, and classic car rallyes that populate equally glamorous locations I sometimes forget that wherever old cars are driven there are s...
Kudos to Kentucky: the Derby and the Concours
in Classical Drives, on October 10, 2009
...en we can all appreciate Nigel Matthews' remarks following his role as a judge at a recent Kentucky concours. Nigel writes: "I have just returned from being a chief class judge at the 2nd Louisville ...
A Rainy Day Keeps No One Away at the Steamworks Concours
in Classical Drives, on September 28, 2009
...in when they could be inside enjoying a coffee and a croissant? Spectators at the 2009 Steamworks Concours d'Elegance in Vancouver, BC, that's who. Weatherwise it was a dreary weekend but ou...
Oldest and Longest-Loved Pontiacs Meet at Fairfield County Concours d’Elegance
in Classical Drives, on September 9, 2009
... Coming up next weekend is a concours I'd like to someday attend, if only because it's located in an area I admire almost as much as my BC locale. (The two are similar though Vancouver Islan...
Car Guy Hits Eighty (... and that's not MPH)
in Classical Drives, on September 2, 2009
... Classical Drives. Here's to writing a similar blog ten years from now.
[Photo: Palm Springs Concours, 2009]
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Stunning Beauties Star in 2009 Concours d'LeMons
in Classical Drives, on August 28, 2009
... he wasn't judging Bentleys at Pebble Beach, took a 10-mile sidetrip to visit the first annual Concours d'LeMons in Monterey and had just as much fun. Founder Jay Lamm said the show was a ce...
Pebble Beach 2009 Winner Horch, a Name Hardly Known
in Classical Drives, on August 21, 2009
Outside of the dedicated classic car fraternity I doubt you'll find one North American in a thousand who'd recognise the name of the 1937 Horch 853 Voll & Ruhrbeck Sport Cabriolet. Indeed, they wouldn't even know that Horch is a car. And yet it has a fascinating history. August ...
The Beauty of Street Shows, as Seen at Blethering Place
in Classical Drives, on August 19, 2009
...by and admire without charge, an extra advantage in that it attracts folks who might never attend a concours, resulting in new converts to the old car hobby. A perfect example of this took place last ...
Shelby Daytona, Ferrari 250 GT, Jaguar C-Type Top Monterey Auctions
in Classical Drives, on August 17, 2009
...What first began as an elegant concours d'elegance on the golf club lawns of Pebble Beach has recently become a bonanza for collector car auctioneers. One-by-one they've muscled into the sho...
The Tour d' Sound at Pebble Beach
in Classical Drives, on August 14, 2009
... me the highlight of Monterey's Classic Car Week is the Pebble Beach tour d'elegance, where concours entrants are invited to drive their precious vehicles on a 50-mile route that includes a se...
Watching Alvis, a Very Romantic Motor Car
in Classical Drives, on August 12, 2009
...ite, Nigel is in Monterey where he is judging the pre-war 8-litre Bentley class at the Pebble Beach Concours. What is it they say? Life's a bitch? Not for him, folks. For Nigel, life is a Bentley....
Delahaye, Packard, Auburn: Winners at Meadow Brook Concours and RM Auction
in Classical Drives, on August 7, 2009
...d clement weather it's not often that I miss my hometown of Toronto. But when the Meadow Brook Concours takes place, I'd love to be there. True, Meadow Brook is just outside Detroit, not a s...
Pebble Beach Retro Poster Returns to the Golden Age of Automobile Art
in Classical Drives, on August 5, 2009
... A major highlight of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance for those who appreciate automobile fine art is the annual poster. Now, however, there are three. One for the Concours, one for the T...
Aston Martin DBR2
in Wangtam, on 2009-07-23
...e second vehicle, the DBR2/2 was sold at auction recently for $2.9 million and won the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance's People's Choice award.
Now, American firm Rizk is recreating the ...
Porsche Power Matches Canadian Steam
in Classical Drives, on July 20, 2009
This is a favorite photo from a long-time history as an automobile journalist. I'm including it here because many of my fellow old car enthusiasts share an appreciation of classic railway trains, especially when pulled by steam engines.
The photo was taken in 1961. The Porsche 356B coupe ...
Early Birds Featured in Pontiac Firebird Search
in Classical Drives, on July 17, 2009
Almost forgotten among the thousands of currently available muscle cars is the original Firebird . Pontiac enthusiasts tend to overlook it because the base engine is a six rather than a V-8 but in doing so they miss the significance of that early Bird. This was no ordinary six. Influenced by E...
Sexy Lady Invites Muscle Car Owners to the Drive of a Lifetime
in Classical Drives, on July 15, 2009
...t the La Quinta Resort and Spa. Which, by the way, will be the site of next year's Palm Springs Concours d'Elegance. On day three our muscle car enthusiasts will visit the Joshua Tree National...
Rare Corvette Discovered on Australian Beach
in Classical Drives, on July 13, 2009
Why is it that we sometimes need visitors from other places to help us appreciate the beauty of our own domain? I'm especially guilty as I live in what is arguably the loveliest part of a spectacular country (Canada, Sidney, BC, on Vancouver Island) yet often dream of being elsewhere.
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1954 Buick Skylark. More Beautiful Than a 48 Roadmaster?
in Classical Drives, on July 10, 2009
A few days ago I posted a blog about the styling of the post-war Buick Roadmaster (although a convertible was shown, it's the fastback that really turns my crank). It was, and still is, one of my favorites. However my good friend and former test drive buddy Colin Hefferon checked me up ...
At Last. The Concours that Pebble Beach Really Needs
in Classical Drives, on July 8, 2009
...he calendar? Because it's sweet revenge, that's why. Here's what the organisers of the Concours d'LeMons say:
"Brought to you by the same miscreants behind the 24 Hours of Le...
Pebble Beach Swamped, Calendar Needs to be Split
in Classical Drives, on July 6, 2009
...arlier days on the peninsula, when people gathered at The Quail on Friday prior to the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance to admire 'etceterini' as much as supercars ." Or maybe Clas...
le Québec en hiver
in Location de Voitures Blog, on juin 29, 2009
...ttawa toujours, un concours de sculptures sur glace se tient aux environs de février, avec une programmation musicale en plein-air intéressante... Si, si... j'y étais, je l'ai vu : la scène es...
Wanted: Oldest Pontiac Plus Oldest Pontiac With Original Owner
in Classical Drives, on June 24, 2009
...ferences. Rather than bemoan the demise of yet another American car, however, the Fairfield County Concours has decided to celebrate the Pontiac brand at their 2009 event on September 12 and 13. In ...
My Favorite Buick, a Roadmaster at RM's Meadowbrook Auction
in Classical Drives, on June 22, 2009
...ok auction at the Shotwell Gustafson Pavilion at Meadow Brook Hall during the latter's annual concours d'elegance , August 1, 2009. It would certainly get my vote.
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The Ultimate Fathers Day Gift for a Classic Car Guy
in Classical Drives, on June 17, 2009
...athers Day gift it would be an all-expenses paid trip to Detroit to see the annual Eyes on Design concours d'elegance. I'd do so because this event is attended by many of America's car d...
Ultimate Bentley Display Promised for 2009 Pebble Beach
in Classical Drives, on June 15, 2009
... The cars at Pebble Beach are always spectacular but the 59th Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance will present something truly special. On August 16th it promises to "showcase the most impre...
RM Offers Rarely Seen Chrysler Airflow Coupe at Meadow Brook
in Classical Drives, on June 3, 2009
... The auction takes place July 31-Aug 01 and is run in conjuction with the prestigious Meadow Brook Concours d'Elegance .
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Vancouver All British Show Highlight No. 5: 1934 Aston Martin Mk II
in Classical Drives, on May 27, 2009
...their consistently handsome bodywork.
Such cars are rarely seen in public except at international concours and important vintage races. Thus I was absolutely delighted to discover this 1934 Aston Ma...
Vancouver All British Show Highlight No. 1: Morgan Three-Wheeler
in Classical Drives, on May 18, 2009
...c automobiles, perhaps because I'd seen the spectacular Aptera electric car during the Desert Concours in Palm Springs, itself a three-wheeler and an indicator of the future.
The car in our ...
Packard Stars Among Vintage Cars, Here in My Own Backyard
in Classical Drives, on May 11, 2009
...vide variety. A really big show? Not at all, just a reminder that amid the glamour of international concours and auctions, local events can still be appreciated at little or no cost.
1954 Packard C...
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2009
in Classical Drives, on May 10, 2009
... There is no doubt, at least in my mind, that classic Driver magazine delivers the European concours and show scene better than any Web site or publication. Once again it has excelled itself wit...
Austin Healey Shines at Victoria BC Car Show
in Classical Drives, on April 27, 2009
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Much as I enjoy writing about car concours in Europe and America I'll be the first to admit there are thousands of local shows that can be just as much fun for entrants and spectators. We hav...
Classic Motorcycles to Appear at Pebble Beach
in Classical Drives, on April 15, 2009
... Triumphs, and Ariels, which will debut on the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links as the 2009 concours opens its gates to vintage bikes. It is inviting motorcycles to appear on its show field f...
Coming to Pebble Beach? Leave the Golf Clubs at Home
in Classical Drives, on April 8, 2009
...n't bring your golf clubs. The traditional Pebble Beach courses will be reserved by classic car concours while two competing Italian car concours will tie up the Laguna Seca and Black Horse course...
Detroit's Beauty on the Lawns of a Mansion built by Matilda Dodge Wilson. Yes, that Dodge
in Classical Drives, on April 2, 2009
... Of all the North American 2009 concours, nothing could be more appropriate than one that takes place in Detroit and honours the best in American design, especially when the industry is threatened w...
Concorso Italiano Has a Beautiful New Home for 2009
in Classical Drives, on March 20, 2009
...I'll be happy to return. Oddly, the event that I enjoyed most was not the official Pebble Beach concours but the Concours Italiano . Though the marques were Italian (save a special section reserv...
Revealed: the Mercedes We Never Knew
in Classical Drives, on March 13, 2009
It certainly wasn't the prettiest car to appear at the 2009 Palm Springs Desert Classic but it may have been the most unusual, especially if you think (as I did) that Mercedes-Benz never built a rear-engine sedan. But there it was, a 1935 Mercedes 130 Cabriolet-Limousine (sedan with a foldi...
Two Cadillacs, 32 Cylinders, One Great Moment
in Classical Drives, on March 12, 2009
... Sometimes it takes a concours d'elegance to remind us of Cadillac's former greatness. Especially when two V-16s appear at the same show, as happened at the 2009 Desert Classic in Palm Spr...
Not Quite Your Everyday Rolls-Royce, Sheik's Ride Wins Award
in Classical Drives, on March 10, 2009
..., getting a 2nd place award in 1946-1974 European Classics at the 2009 Palm Springs Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance . The comely presenter is Anne albright de Bonrepos. More photos can be ...
Our Favorite Volvo Takes to the Road in Palm Springs
in Classical Drives, on March 9, 2009
...nisers of the 2009 Palm Springs Desert Classic decided to include a tour on the day preceding the Concours. And that's where I spotted this exquisite Volvo ES1800, waiting in the Palm Springs A...
Alfa SZ Coda-Trunka Wins Best of Show at Palm Springs
in Classical Drives, on March 8, 2009
...so when it's an Alfa-Romeo. Perhaps it was the 90-degree heat at the 2nd Annual Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance in Palm Springs that caused me to miss seeing the 1961 Alfa Romeo SZ Coda-...
Palm Springs Concours Begins With a Blast
in Classical Drives, on March 6, 2009
...rm. Men gasped, women fainted (well, almost). We were part of a crowd attending the Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance pre-show gala at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Beautiful people, beautifully...
David Hobbs, Lloyd Ruby, Amazing Phantom Corsair, Highlight Amelia Island Concours
in Classical Drives, on March 4, 2009
... What makes the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance different is that the show features personalities as well as classic automobiles. Each year it invites famed racing drivers of the past to gre...
More Fun at Pismo Beach This Summer as 24th Annual Show Unfolds
in Classical Drives, on March 2, 2009
... While the great concours of this world are a pleasure to attend they're rather formal and definitely hands-off. Local shows, on the other hand, can be more fun, with owners eager to chat and wi...
Classic Cars Fan Trades Cherry Blossoms for Palm Trees
in Classical Drives, on February 25, 2009
... 2009 is only the second year for the Palm Springs Desert Classic but already this concours d'elegance is securing a place among North America's best. Perhaps we shouldn't be surprised...
Palm Springs Braces For an Electric Shock
in Classical Drives, on February 10, 2009
... Back in the early thirties (you remember them, don't you?) a Concours d' Elegance was a beauty contest for new cars and feminine fashion. Today a Concours is mostly about classic automobile...
Bugatti Barn Story Part 2: Sold! $4,408,575!
in Classical Drives, on February 9, 2009
...lish, assure the mechanicals are working properly, drive it in classic revivals, show it at leading concours? Or do as Dr. Carr's relatives did and go to auction? Lacking the resources to follow t...
Coming Soon: Concours in the Desert
in Classical Drives, on January 26, 2009
... Pebble Beach , Villa d'Este , Amelia Island ... watch out! Your concours may be world class but there's a bright new competitor ready to join you in the list of "events not to be mi...
1934 Buick Captivates at Gooding Scottsdale Auction
in Classical Drives, on January 14, 2009
...re accessible offerings, a 1934 Buick Model 91 Club Sedan , award-winner at the 2008 Pebble Beach Concours . "Accessible" for me means an estimated sale price of $185,000 to $225,000; a lo...
Philip Powell's 2009 Classic Car Predictions
in Classical Drives, on January 2, 2009
...vive loss of jobs, investments, and homes ( when times get tough it's the toys that go first ). Concours and major car shows that depend on sponsor support will also take a hit and become less fla...
We Choose the 10-Best "Not to be Missed" Events in 2009
in Classical Drives, on December 31, 2008
...on
• Goodwood Festival of Speed
• Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza
• Texas Concours d'Elegance for Classic Cars and Wooden Boats
• Legenda e Passione: RM Ferrari Auction at Mar...
The Cars of a Lady Who Loved Them to be Auctioned in Phoenix
in Classical Drives, on December 5, 2008
...-that led her to the world of classic cars in the 1970s. She was a keen participant on the show and concours circuit, receiving an enviable string of awards and honors, including six Pebble Beach wins...
T-Bird #1 Goes on the Block in Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction
in Classical Drives, on November 26, 2008
...A Russo & Steele auction in March saw a 1957 Thunderbird bring $115,500. Assuming it's in concours condition, T-Bird #1 should be worth at least $200,000. Just don't call it a sports car...
Dreaming of a Trophy at Pebble Beach? Better Get Moving
in Classical Drives, on November 21, 2008
... Every year around this time I start dreaming about attending next year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance . For classic car fans Pebble Beach, together with the associated Monterey events ...
Coming to India for the First Time: An International Concours d'Elegance
in Classical Drives, on October 8, 2008
... India has never hosted an international Concours d'Elegance, however it is about to step into the limelight with what promises to be a fabulous affair. From October 31st through to November 02....
Italian-Designed Corvette and Czech Tatra Win Top Awards at Fairfield Concours
in Classical Drives, on September 25, 2008
... The Fairfield County Concours d'Elegance , blessed with superb Connecticut weather, was once again a huge success. The top two prizes went to a Pininfarina-designed Chevrolet Corvette (remindi...
The Amazing London to Brighton Run: If Your Car Was Built After 1904 It's Not Eligible!
in Classical Drives, on September 22, 2008
...inishers.
Londoners and visitors to that great city can also enjoy the London to Brighton Veteran Concours which takes place in Regent Street, on the day before each annual Run. Over 100 of the fine...
Palos Verdes, an Exceptional Concours in a Beautiful Setting
in Classical Drives, on September 13, 2008
... There is no doubt in my mind that places of exceptional beauty make for exceptional concours. California is blessed in that regard and so the 15th annual Palos Verdes Concours d'Elegance , com...
When It Comes to Cars, Standard is Not Just an Approval Rating
in Classical Drives, on September 11, 2008
...able sports cars, among them this 1931 Standard Avon Special that appeared at the 2008 Steamworks Concours in Vancouver. Research indicates the body was designed by the Jensen brothers (of Jensen ...
Classic Alvis Sports Car Arrives From UK, Debuts at Steamworks Concours
in Classical Drives, on September 10, 2008
...ty recently arrived from the UK and was shown for the first time at Vancouver's 2008 Steamworks Concours.
[Photo: Nigel Matthews]
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I Choose Wooden Boats, Nigel Judges Vintage British Sports Cars
in Classical Drives, on September 8, 2008
...cisions! Decisions! Labour Day weekend forced me to choose between Vancouver's 2008 Steamworks Concours and the annual Victoria Wooden Boat Show . In past years I'd journeyed to the mainlan...
Fairfield Concours Highlights 60 Years of Racing at Watkins Glen
in Classical Drives, on September 4, 2008
...day's racing. You can appreciate, therefore, why I'm so pleased that the Fairfield County Concours d'Elegance Presented by Porsche is featuring an elaborate, authentic Watkins Glen dis...
Captain Web to the rescue: fun and focus explanation
in Les Explorers, on septembre 3, 2008
...uot; ;-)
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Jim's Great Media Adventure créée avec le concours de Bob Emslie, Kai Brunner et Kimberley J. Healey
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Concours at Kirkland: Classic Boats to Match Classic Cars
in Classical Drives, on September 1, 2008
... The Kirkland, Washington Concours , coming your way on Sep 07, gives me a rare excuse to upload an image of a classic wooden speedboat. Kirkland, you see, includes a small but enchanting selection...
