“Best of Show”: Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 wins the Trofeo BMW Group at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2024.
Glittering finale of the world’s most t […]
CdE 2024
Public Day at Villa Erba
Almost 12.000 visitors celebrate the magic of mobility at Public Day - il Festival on the grounds of Villa Erba. […]
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Saturday parade
Saturday afternoon was dedicated to the parade of the vehicles participating in the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2024 on the terrace of the Grand Hotel. The shimmering blue […]
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Coppa d´Oro Villa d´Este and “Special Prizes”
The public announces its verdict: The Coppa d’Oro Villa d’Este this year goes to the McLaren F1.
To this day, the McLaren F1 remains the fastest naturally aspirated p […]
World premieres: The BMW Concept Skytop and the BMW R20 concept
With its BMW Concept Skytop design study, the BMW Group is once again bringing an exceptionally elegant, one-of-a-kind vehicle to this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este […]
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BMW Concept Skytop
Power, precision & craftsmanship combined in an open two-seater for luxurious travel
With its BMW Concept Skytop design study, the BMW Group is once again bringing […]
BMW R20 Concept
BMW Motorrad presents the BMW R20 concept
A piece of art on two wheels presented at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. In front of the pict […]
A tribute to maestro Marcello Gandini
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The world’s fastest artworks: BMW Art Cars.
For almost 50 years, BMW has been building racing cars that are treated like works of art and are virtually beyond price: BMW M Art Cars. In 1975, the French auctioneer and amateur […]
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Timeless excellence: 120 years of Rolls-Royce
2024 marks the 120th anniversary of the first meeting between its founders, Henry (later Sir Henry) Royce and The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls on 4 May 1904. The meeting, at The Midl […]
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Perfection for your delectation: Pommery celebrates 150 years of Brut Champagne
Perfection for your delectation: Pommery celebrates 150 years of Brut Champagne
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Up close: The intricate art of engraving
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More than a place: The legendary Grand Hotel Villa d´Este.
Along the shores of Italy’s most romantic lake Hotel Villa d’Este is regarded as the undisputed grand dame of Lake Como, occupying one of its most scenic and sun-filled spots. […]
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Anybody who doesn’t believe in miracles is not living in the real world: Historic victory of the classic Mini at the Monte Carlo Rally in 1964.
60 years ago, Paddy Hopkirk transformed the diminutive British runabout into a motor-sport legend when he gained overall victory at the Monte Carlo Rally – Timo Mäkinen and Raun […]
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Ultimate dynamic performance: The BMW M Hybrid V8 Art Car by Julie Mehretu.
Just a few weeks before the great racing campaign in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, BMW Group Classic presents the 20th BMW Art Car at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2024. The […]
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THE COMMITTEE
The Selecting Committee meticulously curates an enticing array of automobiles for the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, ensuring its relevance in the world of classic automobil […]
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DISCOVER THE CLASSES FROM A TO H
CLASS OVERVIEW: The classes of 2024
Beauty contests for motor cars developed somewhat in the manner of fashion shows for the latest luxury apparel in Milan and Paris. If […]
A modern classic: the BMW Z8
The BMW Z8 made an immediate impact in 1999 when it was first presented at the IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt (Main). The automobile was a dream car equipped with the te […]
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Public Day – Il Festival
Sunday 26th May 2024 celebrates the Public Day - Il Festival with the posssibility to experience up close the Historic Cars participating in this year´s Concorso d’Eleganza […]
Amici & Automobile – Wheels & Weißwürscht
Amici & Automobile – Wheels & Weißwürscht is taking place on Saturday 25th May 2024 on the grounds of Villa Erba.
Clubs, fans and enthusiasts come together at […]
Countdown to Concorso d´Eleganza Villa d´Este 2024
Dear friend of the Concorso,
In this very moment historic automobile gems from all over the world are making their way to Cernobbio at Lake Como. The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d […]
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CLASS OVERVIEW
THE CLASSES OF 2024
Beauty contests for motor cars developed somewhat in the manner of fashion shows for the latest luxury apparel in Milan and Paris. If we look at the beginnings […]
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