Best of Show
“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 traditional beauty conte […]
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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 production […]
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A tribute to maestro Marcello Gandini
Marcello Gandini explaining his vision of car design. […]
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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
Champagne house Vranken Pommery Monopole is our time-honoured partner and this esteemed producer is once more supporting this year’s edition of the Concorso […]
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Up close: The intricate art of engraving
Hand-engraved and one-of-a-kind timepiece: The 1815 Chronograph for the Concorso d´Eleganza Villa d´Este. […]
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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 we look a […]
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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 Vill […]
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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 Lake Com […]
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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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Grande Finale: The Highlights 2023
We’re all looking back on the glittering days spent beside the magical shores of Lake Como. The wonderful grounds of the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este created a fantastic stage for […]
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“BEST OF SHOW”
“BEST OF SHOW”: DUESENBERG SJ WINS THE TROFEO BMW GROUP AT THE CONCORSO D'ELEGANZA VILLA D'ESTE 2023.
+++ Festive finale of the world's most traditional beauty contest for h […]
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INTERVIEW ADRIAN VAN HOOYDONK
Adrian van Hooydonk, Head of BMW Group Design
On the past, present and future of car design. […]
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INTERVIEW HELMUT KÄS
Helmut Käs, President of Concorso d´Eleganza, Head of BMW Group Classic
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World premiere BMW Concept Touring Coupé
World premiere BMW Concept Touring Coupé: A timeless symbol of freedom on four wheels.
The BMW Group is presenting the world premiere of its BMW Concept Touring Coupé at the o […]
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#11 CLASSIC HEART WITH BRUNO SPENGLER
Time to get know a few of our illustrious guests at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este and their connection to the fascinating world of classic vehicles and the lifestyle that go […]
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#6 CLASSIC HEART WITH LAURA KUKUK
Time to get know a few of our illustrious guests at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este and their connection to the fascinating world of classic vehicles and the lifestyle that go […]
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CLASSIC HEART
CLASSIC HEART | The BMW Group Classic Podcast
In the BMW Group Classic Podcast, moderator J.P. Rathgen talks with illustrious guests about the fascinating world of classic vehic […]
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100 Years of BMW Motorrad: Make Life a Ride
100 Years of BMW Motorrad: Make Life a Ride
The history of BMW Motorrad is powered by the desire to move forward. It has been driven by challenges and successes. But setbacks an […]
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This Toy is Electric: The first all-electric MINI Cooper SE Cabrio.
This Toy is Electric: The first all-electric MINI Cooper SE Cabrio.
The world’s first convertible with all-electric drive comes from MINI. For the first time, the brand combin […]
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LIST OF PRIZES
This is the list of prizes that are being awarded at this year's Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.
Saturday 20th May 2023 at Villa d’Este for Historic Cars
Coppa d’ […]
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THE COMMITTEE
These are the Committee members of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2023. […]
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DISCOVER THE CLASSES FROM A TO H
CLASS OVERVIEW: The classes of 2023
Nothing is more ephemeral than beauty, goes the familiar adage. And that is indeed very often the case. But things don’t necessarily have t […]
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CLASS D: Porsche at 75
CLASS D – PORSCHE AT 75: DELVING INTO THE STUTTGART LEGEND’S ICONIC AND ECCENTRIC BACK CATALOGUE
The success story of Porsche started in 1948. Ferdinand Porsche made his dre […]
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CLASS G: A CENTURY OF THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS
CLASS G – A CENTURY OF THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS: HEROES OF THE MOST FAMOUS RACE IN THE WORLD
The 24 Hour Race of Le Mans is legendary. This year the iconic endurance race is ce […]
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CLASS H: HERE COMES THE SUN
Class H – HERE COMES THE SUN: “TOPLESS” DONE DIFFERENTLY!
Côte d’Azur, Corniche, Cernobbio – naturally, not all the dream locations for a drive with the Cabriolet nee […]
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A GLITTERING FINALE
The conferment of the Trofeo BMW Group on the Bugatti 57 S from 1937 forms the glittering finale at the most important beauty contest for Historic Cars. The Bugatti from the collec […]
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Best of Show and Class Winners
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2022 provides an impressive array of diverse Historic Cars.
They range from rare automobiles created in the golden era of coachbuilding […]
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WHEELS & WEISSWÜRSCHT
Visitors celebrate the shared passion for outstanding automobiles with over 150 vehicles in front of the magnificent backdrop of Villa Erba on Lake Como at the BMW Group Classic pu […]
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Grand Hotel Villa d’Este / Video
Davide Bertilaccio, CEO at Villa d'Este Hotels, on the elegance of Villa d'Este in its 150th season. […]
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BMW Group COCKTAIL / Video
The opening evening of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2022 began glamorously with two world premieres.
Helmut Käs, CEO of BMW Group Classic, presented the BMW M4 CSL and th […]
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FRIDAY LOOK BACK
Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2022 launches with spectacular premieres and celebrates beauty and elegance of classic automobiles
Prelude Tour takes participating cars along a […]
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LIST OF PRIZES
This is the list of prizes that are being awarded at this year's Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. […]
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150 Years Villa d’Este
THE 150th SEASON OF GRAND HOTEL VILLA D'ESTE
2022 is a very special year for the iconic Villa d'Este. Originally designed as a private residence for the Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio […]
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THE COMMITTEE
These are the Committee members of the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2022. […]
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BMW M Book RECOMMENDATION
BMW M: THE MOST POWERFUL LETTER IN THE WORLD
BMW M achieved spectacular victories on all the world’s premier race tracks. Furthermore, the marque stands for a rich range of inno […]
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