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Contents
Letter from the Governor ....6
Show Schedule ............................ 11
2015 Awards ..................................22
Letter from the Mayor ............7
Will Sherman Art Show............................................ 12
2014 Trophies and Awards ....................................26
Arthritis Foundation................14 Show Sponsors ...........................15
2016 Featured Theme................................................ 30
The Year of the Pioneers.....16
Committees .................................... 31
Must-See Entries ...................... 20
Field Map .........................................32
Ault Park Events Calendar ...........................7 Judges.............................................8–9 Letter from the Cochairs...................................10
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Cover photo by Gary Kessler Featured Marque: Mercedes-Benz Sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati, Mercedes-Benz of Fort Mitchell, and Mercedes-Benz of West Chester
• Pre-War, All Models • Post-War Sports, Early, 1955–1971 • Post-War Sports, Late, 1972–1999 • Contemporary Sports, 2000–Present • Post-War Coupes & Sedans, Early, 1949–1976 • Post-War Coupes & Sedans, Late, 1977–1999
Special Displays 60 Years of the Thunderbird • 70th Anniversary of the VW Beetle • Future Cars from the Past Plus 13 classes of classic, vintage, and exotic automobiles and motorcycles
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Welcome
A Letter from the Governor
Greetings, On behalf of the State of Ohio, my wife Karen and I welcome you to the 38th annual Ault Park Concours d’Elegance. Ohio is proud to host this premier event, which showcases some of the rarest and historically significant automobiles and motorcycles in the world. This year’s show celebrates the famed international marque, Mercedes-Benz. The automobile industry has been a significant presence in Ohio for over a century. The legacies of innovation and quality of the early days of motoring are carried on by today’s modern factories producing world-class parts and automobiles across the state. The proceeds from the Ault Park Concours provide much-needed support to Juvenile Arthritis research and assistance programs benefiting children in the Ohio River Valley Region who are afflicted with this debilitating disease. We hope you enjoy your visit to Cincinnati and the beautiful gardens of Ault Park to view the spectacular vehicles on display. Thank you for being a part of this grand event, and we hope that you will return again and again to Cincinnati and the great State of Ohio. Sincerely,
John R. Kasich Governor
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n behalf of the City of Cincinnati, it’s my great pleasure to welcome you to the Ault Park Concours d’Elegance. During the past 38 years, this event has attracted thousands of spectators and participants from across the United States and Canada, becoming one of the most anticipated events for classic car enthusiasts in the entire nation. Ever since the first event was held at the estate of William and Helen Williams in 1978, Concours d’Elegance has become associated with presenting the best of classic car design, generating excitement far and wide among aficionados. I am especially excited about the theme of this year’s event, “A Celebration of Mercedes-Benz.” As you know, it’s also the 60th anniversary of the Ford Thunderbird and the 70th anniversary of the Volkswagen Beetle, so I expect this year’s displays will be especially interesting and engaging. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate the Concours committee for all of its hard work. Event organizers have generated more than $1 million for our local chapter of the Arthritis Foundation. Your efforts have been crucial to bringing new awareness to the fight against juvenile arthritis, and the Greater Cincinnati community is grateful. Cincinnati is a city where you will find unparalleled arts, celebrated cultural institutions and world-class entertainment options. We are proud to be the home to one of the top five zoos in the nation, excellent museums, a nationally recognized park system, and the 2015 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. After enjoying the Concours weekend, I hope you will take time to visit the many attractions and amenities that have made our city a popular tourist destination over the years. Cincinnati is proud to host this celebration of automotive excellence once again. As Mayor, I look forward to meeting many of you and enjoying this fantastic event.
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A Letter from the Mayor
Special Thanks to
AULT PARK Thanks to Cincinnati Parks and Ault Park for their outstanding coordination of this year’s Ault Park Concours d’Elegance.
Mark your calendars for more upcoming fun. June 18 Picnic in the Park Beer, wine, food trucks, live band: The Modulators
July 4 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
July 16 Picnic in the Park Beer, wine, food trucks, live band: Soul Pocket
August 20 Picnic in the Park
Sincerely, John Cranley Mayor of Cincinnati
Beer, wine, food trucks, live band: Billy Rock Band
September 11 Big Band and Bigger Beer Beer tasting with big band music
September 27 Ault in Bloom Flower and gardening show
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From the Chief Judge
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he 2015 team of judges and I would like to thank all of the car owners for bringing such a wonderful group of vehicles to our 38th Ault Park Concours d’Elegance. I hope that you will enjoy this year’s event as much as we enjoy planning it for you. Judging at Ault Park Concours follows the traditional Concours d’Elegance standards set by the early events that took place in the ’20s and ’30s where style, presence, and elegance determine the winners. The judges will also take into account the historical significance of the design of the car, as well as assessing the quality and accuracy of the restoration of the interior, exterior, and the engine compartment. Again this year we are awarding two Best of Show awards—the first from the traditional classes and the second, the Esprit de Sport award, selected from the sports and racing classes. We have assembled a highly qualified team of judges from around the country to aid in the selection of Best of Class, First Place, and Awards of Distinction for each class. We also have many special awards and, lastly, the two Best of Show awards. We believe every vehicle on the field is a winner, and we would love to give every one of you a trophy for taking the time from your busy schedules to display such beautiful works of art for the enjoyment of the public and to further such a wonderful cause.
The Judging Team wishes to thank all of you for coming!
Michael Mereness Chief Judge, Ault Park Concours d’Elegance
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2015 Judges Charles Ashdown
Phil Doty
Ken Jenkins
Jim Miller
George Ross
Cincinnati, Ohio
Louisville, Kentucky
Cincinnati, Ohio
Bill Atkins
Mike Edgerton
Pendleton, South Carolina
Thompson’s Station, Tennessee
Milford, Ohio
Miamisburg, Ohio
Mark Kennison
Indianapolis, Indiana
Troy, Ohio
Shawn Miller
Mike Scarpa Loveland, Ohio
Bob Atkins
Franz Estereicher
West Chester, Ohio
Rochester Hills, Michigan
Terry Kesselring
Ray Fiedler
John Klein Indianapolis, Indiana
Landenberg, Pennsylvania
Joe Smith
Cincinnati, Ohio
Russell Glace
Joel Knox
Dale Oakes
Art Spon
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Aurora, Indiana
Dayton, Ohio
Cincinnati, Ohio
Mike Hack
Jay Kolb
Gene Perkins
Bill Sprenger
Liberty Township, Ohio
Greenwood, Indiana
Louisville, Kentucky
Steven Koonter
Robert Platz
George Thielen
Louisville, Kentucky
Camden, New Jersey
Dayton, Ohio
Peter Lesler
Roy Query
Mike Trevor
Naples, Florida
Indianapolis, Indiana
Phil Lucas
Chester Robertson
Independence, Kentucky
Cincinnati, Ohio
Louisville, Kentucky
David McLellan
Mike Rose
Holly, Michigan
Cincinnati, Ohio
John Bastian Fairfield, Ohio
John Bernardi San Marcos, California
Jack Bertoli Cincinnati, Ohio
Mike Cavanaugh Cincinnati, Ohio
Eric Diehl Camp Dennison, Ohio
Fred Dobner Westerville, Ohio
Jan Dobner Westerville, Ohio
Hebron, Kentucky
Amelia, Ohio
Steve Hack New Richmond, Ohio
David Hall Cincinnati, Ohio
Dennis Hamilton Cincinnati, Ohio
Edward Higgins
Mike Monroe Cincinnati, Ohio
Jeff Shively Greencastle, Indiana
Marc Norton
Middletown, Ohio
Bob Wood Terrace Park, Ohio
Liberty Township, Ohio
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Letter from the Cochairs
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Have a great day at the show!
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Helen Williams, pictured above at the first Concours d’Elegance in 1978, and her husband, William, founded the event in honor of Helen’s good friend Bill Rudd, who had severe rheumatoid arthritis. Helen supported the Concours throughout its 37 years of annual shows and presented the Founder’s Trophy in person in 2014. Helen will truly be missed by her Concours family. We will proudly continue her mission of celebrating automotive excellence and raising money for the Arthritis Foundation.
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2015 Show Events SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2015 10 AM–4 PM
DAY OF SHOW EVENTS 10 AM–4 PM
Will Sherman Automotive Art Show in the historic Ault Park Pavilion SPONSORED BY: Krombholz COCHAIRS: Bill
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11 AM–1 PM
Presented by EXAIR
Brunch at the Pavilion
The 38th annual Ault Park Concours will present more than 200 classic, collector, and exotic cars and motorcycles from across the United States and Canada. The featured marque, Mercedes-Benz, will be accompanied by special displays of 60 Years of the Thunderbird, 70th Anniversary of the VW Beetle, and Future Cars from the Past.
catered by Jeff Thomas
SPONSORED BY: Cincinnati Magazine, Porsche of the Village, Maserati of Cincinnati, Volvo of the Village, Volvo of Cincinnati, Audi Cincinnati East, Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati, Mercedes-Benz of Fort Mitchell, MercedesBenz of West Chester, TDC Risk Management, Hagerty, and Samuel Adams
sponsored by AAA/Bob Sumerel Tire & Service, will operate from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3650 Red Bank Rd., site of old Swallen’s. SHUTTLE SERVICE TO PARK,
COCHAIRS:
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SPONSORED BY:
Premier Park Events and Jeff Thomas
Catering COCHAIRS: Carol Dunham, Cindy Hawkins, and Judy Koulias Advance ticket purchase required.
BEGINNING AT 2 PM
Drive-through Awards Ceremony featuring all class and specialty awards winners Dynamat Shell MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Ed Lucas SPONSORED BY: CHAIR: Gary
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Will Sherman Art Show
2015 Participating Artists
Daniel Brown - Troy, Ohio
Steven T. Petrosky - Cincinnati, Ohio
Oil on canvas
Watercolor
Bob Colaizzi - Dayton, Ohio
Sue Steele-Thomas - Roanoke, Virginia
Pencil with digital rendering
Gouache
Charles Maher - Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Jason Walley - Cincinnati, Ohio
Acrylic
Digital Illustration
Dan McCrary - Charlotte, North Carolina
Roger Warrick - Burlington, Kentucky
Watercolor
Acrylic
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2015 ART SHOW JUDGES JOHN RUTHVEN Recipient of the National Medal of the Arts from President George W. Bush, John is an acclaimed wildlife artist whose work is in the White House Collection as well as other major collections throughout the world. John started as an illustrator and commercial artist, then dedicated his full-time efforts to fine art as a wildlife artist. He is also a well-known naturalist and conservationist.
DAVID BOWEN David has been a private fine-art broker for more than 35 years, specializing in late 19th to early 20th century artists from Cincinnati. He was also the director of Great American Artists for 10 years, bringing in well-known artists from across the United States for a fund-raiser for various nonprofits in Cincinnati.
PAULA NORTON Paula has been in the business of capturing the finest visual images of Cincinnati for 39 years. Her clients include Cincinnati Ballet and the Cincinnati Flower Show. Paula has been involved with many community organizations through the years. She has also taught community education classes and workshops at The Art Academy of Cincinnati.
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From the Arthritis Foundation
Kids Get Arthritis Too!
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The Arthritis Foundation Ohio River Valley goals are to provide local JA families with education, resources, and support for managing juvenile arthritis through our JA programs: • National Resources: Tool Kits • Scholarships to Regional JA Camp • Advocacy Resources and Tools • Annie E. Anderson Fall Family Camp • Concours d’Elegance Hagerty Youth Judging Committee • Scholarship Programs for families to attend the National JA Conference • Kid’s Zones at the local Walks • JA Resource CD Modules: Medications and School Issues Our programs, resources, and continued research into a cure would not be possible without the support of our partners. The Concours d’Elegance has been our leading JA partner and supporter of our programs for more than six years and a benefactor of the Arthritis Foundation Ohio River Valley for 38 years. Through their support we have been able to create programs and resources that have benefited all of our local JA families.
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Hagerty Youth Judging Program The Ault Park Concours is very pleased to continue our “Partnership for Youth” with Hagerty, as we have a shared goal to involve more young people in the automotive hobby. The growing popularity of Hagerty’s Youth Judging Program proves that our joint efforts are successful. More children request to return as a judge for each Concours. Celebrating our fifth year with the program, we continue to feature one of the largest judging teams in the country. Hagerty provides the official judging gear, including T-shirts, hats, and scorecards, and helps teach our young judges about the cars and evaluation criteria. A small group of cars are pre-selected to be scored by the Youth Judges, who also present awards to their top three vehicles. Participants have the opportunity to interact with car owners, carefully inspect each car, and make the determination of their favorites based on the scoring criteria. As an added bonus, the day before the Concours, interested Youth Judges were invited to tour a motorcycle collection and restoration shop, have lunch, and ask questions of the restorer. This program offers space for 25 children between the ages of 8 and 15. If you know of a child who may be interested for next year, please contact the Cincinnati Concours Foundation office at (513) 321-1951 or info@ohioconcours.com.
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espite the common yet inaccurate belief that arthritis is “an old person’s” disease, 300,000 American children endure the debilitating pain and severely disabling effects of juvenile arthritis (JA) in its many forms. From systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)—a form of rheumatoid arthritis seen in children— to systemic sclerosis—a form of arthritis that affects the skin, muscle tissue, joints, blood vessels, and even internal organs—juvenile arthritis robs children of the joys of childhood, altering and even threatening their lives. Although there are effective treatments available for some forms of JA, none of them were developed especially for children. Even JA patients who have access to doctors with a Cameron, one of the 300,000 faces of JA clear understanding of the varying forms of the disease must still undergo a process of trial and error before an effective treatment is determined. This wastes valuable time while the child endures chronic pain and the disease progresses, causing lasting damage and disability. The Arthritis Foundation has been fighting juvenile arthritis and supporting families for more than 60 years. Nationally every year more than $4.5 million is invested in outreach and JA specific research that advances treatments and will lead to a cure.
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PATRONS FOR A CURE Platinum Patrons: M. Alan Associates, Inc. • Stan Chesley • Ed & Janet Hermes • Stephan & Renee Locker • Stock Yards Bank & Trust Silver Patrons: Larry & Sandy Brueshaber • George & Jeane Elliott • Eyink Leahy Group / Merrill Lynch Wealth Management • Dr. Paul & Mary Siegel
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The Year of the
Pioneers AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATORS SHINE AT THE 2015 AULT PARK CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE.
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THIS YEAR’S AU AULT PARK CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE celebrates thr three of the world’s most important automotive pio pioneers. Karl Benz patented the automobile bile in 1886 188 and, with financing from his wife Bertha, a, helped h launch the automotive giant we now know as Mercedes-Benz. M Henry Ford was the first to o m mass produce p the car and put one in the handss of the e everyday man. And no car was more mass ss produced produ produce than the “People’s Car,” the iconic Volkswagen Beetle, designed by automotiveengineering legend Ferdinand Porsche. All three of these game-changing automotive designs are highlighted on the beautiful grounds of Ault Park during this 2015 Concours d’Elegance, benefiting the Arthritis Foundation.
MERCEDES-BENZ: The Best or Nothing In 1886 engineer Karl Benz gave birth to the automobile—and changed the world forever—when he gained the first patent for a wheeled, horseless carriage powered by an internal-combustion engine. By 1926 Benz merged his operation with the companies of fellow engineers Wilhelm Maybach and Gottlieb Daimler to form Daimler-Benz, home to the Mercedes-Benz, one of the world’s foremost and longest running automotive brands. An impressive display of Mercedes-Benz designs has been assembled for this year’s Concours, ranging from the 50-horsepower 1911 Mercedes Maythorn to the 600-horsepower beast that is the 2014 E63 S AMG.
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THE FORD THUNDERBIRD WAS LAUNCHED FOR THE 1955 MODEL YEAR, AND TODAY WE CELEBRATE ITS 60TH ANNIVERSARY. MORE THAN 4 MILLION THUNDERBIRDS WERE MADE BEFORE PRODUCTION CEASED IN 2005. Few examples capture the essence of Mercedes like Joseph Cantore’s 1935 500K Cabriolet A—the sexy styling of its open Sindelfingen body, the luxury of its well-appointed interior, and the brute power of its 5-liter, 8-cylinder engine. It’s all tied together with a superior fit-and-finish that lives up to the brand’s motto: “The best, or nothing.” With the help of a supercharger (the German word for supercharger is Kompressor, thus the “K” in 500K), the 500K churns out roughly 160 horsepower, stops via vacuum-assisted hydraulic drum brakes, and takes the corners with an independent double-wishbone suspension in the front and a coilspring independent rear swing axle—heady stuff for 1935. The 500K was only produced between 1934 and 1936, and according to auction firm Gooding & Co just 11 cabriolets are known to exist today. When Gooding auctioned a 500K Cabriolet A in 2013, it hammered home for $2.75 million. While Mercedes established its reputation on luxurious sedans built for discerning customers, the company has had an equally accomplished history at the racetrack. Few cars embody that competitive spirit like the 1954
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Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Coupe presented by Dr. Wellington C. Morton, St. Johns, Florida. One of the world’s truly iconic automobiles, the 300 SL originated when U.S. importer Max Hoffman encouraged Mercedes to make a street version of its curvy W194 racecar. The “300” refers to a 3-liter, fuel-injected, inline 6-cylinder motor, which is canted at 45 degrees to allow for the car’s low-slung hood. The “SL” stands for Sports Leicht, meaning light in weight, courtesy of an aluminum trunk, doors, and hood as well as a space-frame chassis. While ideal for racing, the space-frame design—essentially a skeleton of metal tubing—made traditional doors impossible and led to the car’s most iconic feature: doors that open upward like a seagull’s wing. If contemporary classics are your thing, check out the assemblage of modern-day Mercedes on hand, including the 2014 E63 S AMG of Michael Kreeger, Cincinnati. AMG is the performance wing of Mercedes-Benz, and when the AMG engineers get their hands on a model, excitement is sure to ensue. This particular AMG sedan boasts a twin-turbo, 5.5-liter V8, which produces nearly 600 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque
that’s transmitted to the ground via all-wheel drive. Put the pedal to the floor and tire-torturing acceleration ensues, launching the E63 S to 60 mph in about 3.3 seconds—crazy fast for a car that’s essentially a four-door luxury sedan. But there you have it, the essence of Mercedes: blistering performance draped in style and sophistication.
FORD THUNDERBIRD: A Sports Car For Suburbia Alongside Karl Benz on the Mount Rushmore of automotive designers is undoubtedly Henry Ford. Where Benz is credited with inventing the car, Ford was responsible for mobilizing society at large with an affordable vehicle. By the early 1950s, with post-war America booming, the Ford automobile had transformed from a utilitarian machine to a bold, colorful, and chrome-laden statement of personal identity. Out of that spirit, the Ford Thunderbird was launched for the 1955 model year, and today we celebrate its 60th anniversary. The Thunderbird’s first public appearance came in February 1954 at the Detroit Auto Show, with a base sticker price of $2,695. With a 292-cubic inch V8 power
plant, the first generation T-bird offered a sporty, two-door, topdown driving experience that hit a chord with the buying public. In the first 10 days of its launch, Ford took in 3,500 Thunderbird orders—about 35 percent of its total projected sales for the entire year! For an up-close look at a classic early Thunderbird, check out Jackie Sweeney’s 1956 edition in bold and beautiful “Peacock Blue.” Take note of the design details added in 1956, especially a porthole window in the hardtop and a rear-mounted outside tire carrier, which car enthusiasts the world around associate as quintessentially Thunderbird. Of course, times change and buying tastes evolve, and the Ford Thunderbird was altered many times over its history to fit consumer demand. After ceasing production in 1997, Ford briefly relaunched the T-bird in 2002, presenting a modern interpretation of the classic T-bird roadster. In total, more than 4 million Thunderbirds were made before production ceased in 2005.
VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE: The People’s Car Some call it cute, some call it a “love bug,” siblings in the back seat during a long road trip might even call it a “punch bug” or “slug bug.” Call it what you like, but the fact
is that the diminutive Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most important cars ever built. The Beetle was produced longer than any other car (1938–2003) and has sold more than any other car (21 million). Penned by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche (progenitor of the Porsche sports car), the Volkswagen Beetle provided a simple, yet reliable method of transportation for the average German to travel the country’s newly constructed autobahn highway system. The design by Porsche went into mass production in late 1945. With its horizontally opposed 4-cylinder, air-cooled engine in the rear of the car, the Beetle’s iconic shape created enough interior and luggage space to accommodate a typical German family. And while the early Beetle’s flatfour produced just 25 or so horsepower from its 1100 cubic centimeters of displacement, the car’s lightweight and streamlined body meant it could reach speeds of 60 miles per hour, all the while traveling more than 30 miles per single gallon of gas. What’s more, the Beetle’s simplicity of design meant that it was reliable and well within the reach of the average German’s finances—a new Beetle cost about 30 weeks’ worth of pay for the average citizen. See one of these early Beetles firsthand, courtesy of Richard Reischman, St. Clairsville, Ohio, who
will be displaying his 1952 Type I. This particular Beetle is unique in its originality, with few details changed or restored from the way it left the factory line in 1952. Enthusiasts refer to these early Beetles as “split windows” due to the fact that their rear windows were made in two pieces to save costs. A year later, in 1953, Volkswagen began using a single, eggshaped rear window, and these editions are known as “oval windows.” Bill Goepper of Newport, Kentucky, is displaying his 1953 “Zwitter” Beetle, an interesting model made as a transition between the split windows of 1952 and earlier and the oval-window models made from 1953 to 1957. Roughly translated, “Zwitter” means “hybrid” in German. Befitting its name, Goepper’s Beetle has the body of a split window, yet the dash and interior of an oval window, as well as several unique Zwitter-only details. After the turmoil of WWII settled, it didn’t take long for the Beetle’s combination of reliability, affordability, and unique shape to find fans in America, and by the mid1960s, the Volkswagen Beetle was one of the unofficial cars of America’s youth culture. It didn’t hurt that in 1968 the Disney movie The Love Bug featured a 1963 Volkswagen Beetle named Herbie as its star. Albert Heiles of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, brings an original Herbie, which appeared in The Love Bug and Herbie Rides Again. One of 10 VWs used in film production, this Beetle was originally a European spec 1959 VW Deluxe sedan, modified by Disney to look like a 1963 U.S. spec car and used as a remote-driven stunt car. And don’t miss the 1963 Volkswagen Beetle Herbie tribute car courtesy of Justin and Tom Schlacter, and Cincinnati Volkswagen and Porsche expert Mark Schlachter, who owns Metalkraft Coachwerkes, one of the nation’s foremost Volkswagen and Porsche restoration companies. Q
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2013 WILLIAM K. VICTOR BEST OF SHOW CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
2015 CEREMONY AWARDS CLASS AWARDS RACING, ALL YEARS (R) Sponsor: Eyink & Leahy Group, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management ANTIQUE, THROUGH 1924 (AN) Sponsor: The Miami Corporation PRE-WAR VINTAGE—NON-CCCA, 1925–1942 (PV) Sponsor: Cigar Car & Gun Club PRE-WAR CLASSIC—EARLY, CCCA, 1925–1934 (CL1) Sponsor: Leahy Consulting, Inc. PRE-WAR CLASSIC—LATE, CCCA, 1935–1948 (CL2) Sponsor: Michael F. Gehrig, Attorney at Law COLLECTOR—AMERICAN, 1946–1968 (CA) Sponsor: Carl and Diane Iseman COLLECTOR—ASIAN, ALL YEARS (CAS) Sponsor: Queen City Electric COLLECTOR—FOREIGN, 1946–1985 (CF) Sponsor: Precision Motorcars, Inc.
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SPORTS—CLASSIC, THROUGH 1959 (SCL) Sponsor: Dr. Steven J. Reubel, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery SPORTS—CONTEMPORARY, 1960–1985 (CS) Sponsor: Quality Automotive AMERICAN PERFORMANCE, 1961–1971 (MU) Sponsor: Edgewater Sports Park MOTORCYCLES, ALL YEARS (M) Sponsor: Beverly Corsmeier / Coldwell Banker West Shell FUTURE CLASSIC, 2000–PRESENT (FC) Sponsor: NJB Automotive, LLC SPECIAL DISPLAY 60 Years of the Thunderbird Sponsor: Roy & Jackie Sweeney SPECIAL DISPLAY 70th Anniversary of the VW Beetle Sponsor: Cincinnati Volkswagen Club Presented by Bob Enderle & Mark Schlacter, Cincinnati VW Club
SPECIAL DISPLAY Future Cars from the Past Sponsor: Barrett Jackson endorsed Insurance
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FEATURED MARQUE AWARDS BEST OF FEATURED MARQUE: MERCEDES-BENZ Honoring Bill Spoerle Sponsor: Mercedes-Benz of Cincinnati, Mercedes-Benz of Fort Mitchell, Mercedes-Benz of West Chester MERCEDES-BENZ Pre-War, All Models MERCEDES-BENZ Post-War Sports, Early, 1955–1971 MERCEDES-BENZ Post-War Sports, Late, 1972–1999 MERCEDES-BENZ Contemporary Sports, 2000–Present MERCEDES-BENZ Post-War Coupes & Sedans, Early, 1949–1976 MERCEDES-BENZ Post-War Coupes & Sedans, Late, 1977–1999
WILL SHERMAN ART SHOW AWARDS Sponsor: Bill & Gayle Sherman Awards are presented to the artists as selected by the Art Show judges. Presentation: Bill & Gayle Sherman
CINCINNATI MAYOR’S CUP One trophy awarded at the discretion of the Mayor of the City of Cincinnati. Presentation: Mayor John Cranley THE CARL H. LINDNER JR. TROPHY (Best Rolls-Royce / Bentley) Carl Lindner Jr. was a longtime supporter and sponsor of the Ault Park Concours d’Elegance and collector of Rolls-Royce and Bentley vehicles. This trophy is presented to honor Carl & Edyth Lindner. Presentation: Ed Lucas DRIVER’S AWARD Sponsor: Performance Alignment This trophy is awarded to the vehicle that is found to be the most desirable car to be driven on the day of the show. To be eligible, the owner must be willing to take the presenter for a drive in the chosen vehicle. Presentation: Dave Sheehy
FOUNDER’S TROPHY One trophy, in honor of Mrs. Helen Williams, to the vehicle best exemplifying the spirit of the original Concours d’Elegance. Presentation: Mary Frances Williams Clauder HOWARD RAPP AWARD (Best Porsche) Sponsor: American Modern Insurance Group Howard and Marian Rapp helped establish this event. This award is given to an owner who best exemplifies Howard’s rapture in the enjoyment of a Porsche. Presentation: American Modern Insurance Group
JACK O’CONNOR TROPHY (Best Style & Elegance, Open Coachwork) Sponsor: Nordstrom Kenwood Towne Centre As one of the founders of this event, Jack O’Connor orchestrated the “car” part of the first shows. This award is given in Jack’s name to the car that represents the best style and elegance in an open car. Presentation: Ed Lucas
E.P. LUNKEN TROPHY (Best Ferrari) One trophy awarded to a Ferrari in memory of Ebby Lunken, noted Ferrari racer, enthusiast, and longtime supporter of the Concours. Presentation: Dave Sheehy
R.C. FOGLE TROPHY (Judges’ Choice) R.C. Fogle was active with this event as head judge and committee member from 1988 until his passing. This award is given in R.C.’s name, as Judges’ Choice, to the outstanding car that represents both superior craftsmanship and style. Presentation: Mike Mereness & Fogle Family
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SAMUEL ADAMS AWARD (Most Elegant Closed Coachwork) Sponsor: Boston Beer Company Samuel Adams Boston Beer Company founder Jim Koch and his late father, avid classic car collector Charles Koch, have actively supported the Ault Park Concours for many years. Boston Beer Company awards the Samuel Adams Trophy to the most elegantly styled closed car. Presentation: Ed Lucas
BEST BRITISH SPORTS CAR Sponsor: Dayton Wire Wheels Being a manufacturer of new and restored historic wire wheels, Dayton Wire Wheels sponsors this trophy on behalf of the great British passion for the sports car. Presentation: Ed Lucas
JIM IBOLD FIVA / HISTORIC VEHICLE ASSOCIATION PRESERVATION AWARD Sponsor: Historic Vehicle Association A. James Ibold, known to most of us as “Jimmie,” preserved and showed pre-war Alfa Romeo racing cars. This award is sponsored by the Historic Vehicle Association, the North American affiliate of FIVA (Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens), and is presented in Jimmie’s honor to the most well-preserved vehicle. Presentation: Jimmie Ibold
WILLIAM NIEMEYER TROPHY (Best Alfa Romeo) Sponsor: The Niemeyer Family One trophy awarded by the family to their favorite Alfa Romeo in memory and in honor of William Niemeyer. Presentation: The Niemeyer Family
AWARD FOR BEST INTERIOR Sponsor: Addison Auto Interiors One trophy awarded to the vehicle with the best interior as chosen by Jim Kowalczyk, owner of Addison Auto Interiors. Presentation: Ed Lucas
AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ENGINEERING Sponsor: The Frantz Family One trophy awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee. Presentation: Ed Lucas
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he Ault Park Concours honors the memory of our dear friend, Wilhelm “Bill” Spoerle, who passed away in November 2014. Born in Jagstfeld, Germany, Bill was head of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Foundation’s restoration department, having joined the staff in 1963. He had a passion for educating enthusiasts about the rare cars in the Speedway Museum’s collection and personally transported many historically significant cars to our show since 1998. Some of those exceptional vehicles included: • 1909 Buick that won the first race at Indianapolis (not 500 miles) • 1911 Marmon Wasp – first Indy 500 Winner • 1921 Duesenberg Murphy Special – winner of 1921 French Gran Prix and 1923 Indy 500 • 1939 Maserati Boyle Special – winner of 1939 & 1940 Indy 500 • 1965 LeMans winning Ferrari 250 LM Bill’s passing leaves a void in the automobile enthusiast community, and he will be greatly missed. As a tribute, this year’s Best of Featured Marque award will bear Bill Spoerle’s name and be presented by his daughter Anna Spoerle Cook.
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2015 Awards BILL RUDD MEMORIAL CORVETTE TROPHY More than 30 years ago a small group of people, including Bill Rudd, started the first Concours d’Elegance with a two-fold purpose: raising money for the worthwhile activities of the Arthritis Foundation and encouraging local car collectors to socialize and share their interest in cars. We honor Bill’s 30-year participation by presenting this annual award. Presentation: The Rudd Family
BILL HESS AWARD FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE Bill Hess’s legacy with Hess & Eisenhardt is characterized by a dedication to design and building of quality custom automobiles for presidents, actors, kings, and others who chose his vehicles for their beauty and quality. It is for that accomplishment that this award is given for design excellence. Presentation: Jane Hess Walker
BEST PACKARD Sponsor: The Citizens Motor Car Co., America’s Packard Museum This award is presented by The Citizens Motor Car Co., America’s Packard Museum to an outstanding example of this historic marque. Presentation: The Citizens Motor Car Co, America’s Packard Museum
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RON HALBAUER BEST JAGUAR TROPHY Sponsor: Jaguar Club of Greater Cincinnati
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM ARTISTIC BEAUTY AWARD Sponsor: The Cincinnati Art Museum One trophy awarded to the vehicle that possesses the most artistic beauty in the judgment of the representative of the Cincinnati Art Museum. Presentation: Cameron Kitchin
AMBASSADOR AWARD HAGERTY YOUTH JUDGES’ CHOICE Sponsor: Hagerty Collector Car Insurance One trophy presented by the youth representative of the American Juvenile Arthritis Organization, judged by a panel of youth judges. Presentation: Cameron Young, AJAO (American Juvenile Arthritis Organization)
CINCINNATI MAGAZINE AUTOMOTIVE STYLE AWARD Sponsor: Cincinnati Magazine One trophy awarded to the most stylish vehicle in the judgment of the representative of Cincinnati Magazine. Presentation: Ivy Bayer
CHAIRMAN’S CHOICE A trophy awarded at the discretion of the Concours Cochairs. Presentation: Andy Gear & Carl Iseman PEOPLE’S CHOICE One trophy awarded to the vehicle obtaining the most votes in public balloting. Presentation: Ed Lucas BEST OF SHOW ESPRIT DE SPORT Sponsor: CCI Design, Inc. One trophy awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee to the vehicle best representing the spirit of sports motoring or racing. Presentation: Ed Lucas / Roy Sweeney
WILLIAM K. VICTOR BEST OF SHOW Sponsor: CCI Design, Inc. Bill Victor was one of the longest standing driving forces behind the Ault Park Concours d’Elegance, serving as Concours Chairman, Car Selection Chairman, Chief Judge, and Master of Ceremonies. His extraordinary automotive knowledge, sage advice, and extensive contributions to making this show what it is today were always invaluable, and it is for this reason that the Best of Show trophy has been named in his honor. Presentation: Helena Victor & Family
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BEST OF SHOW ESPRIT DE SPORT
1934 Packard Twelve LeBaron Boattail Speedster Owner: The Auto Place, Cincinnati, Ohio
1929 Stutz Model 8 Blackhawk Speedster Owner: Richard T. Mitchell, Montgomery, Texas
BEST OF FEATURED THEME ART OF THE AUTOMOBILE GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN 1937 Cord 812 SC Owner: Al Pilz, Ligonier, Pennsylvania
RACING, ALL YEARS 1972 All-American Racers Indy Eagle #7225 Owner: Rick Dresang, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
ANTIQUE, THROUGH 1924 1911 Chalmers 30 Toy Tonneau Owner: David K. Noran, Fort Thomas, Kentucky
PRE-WAR VINTAGE NON-CCCA, 1925–1942 1932 Nash Model 1073 Convertible Victoria Owner: L. John Bertoli III, Cincinnati, Ohio
PRE-WAR CLASSIC EARLY, CCCA, 1925–1934 1929 Stutz Model 8 Blackhawk Speedster Owner: Richard T. Mitchell, Montgomery, Texas
PRE-WAR CLASSIC LATE, CCCA, 1935–1948 1937 Railton 4-Dr Saloon Owner: Hostetler’s Hudson Museum, Shipshewana, Indiana
COLLECTOR—AMERICAN, 1946–1968 1957 Dual Ghia Convertible Owner: Alex Campbell, Lexington, Kentucky
COLLECTOR—ASIAN 2005 Acura NSX-T Owner: Kevin Ackley, Loveland, Ohio
COLLECTOR—FOREIGN, 1946–1975 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I H.J. Mulliner Drophead Owner: Dean & Donna Trindle, Cincinnati, Ohio
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SPORTS—CLASSIC, THROUGH 1959 1953 Fiat 8V Coupe Owner: Andrew Manganaro, M.D., Xenia, Ohio
SPORTS—CONTEMPORARY, 1960–1975 1968 Lamborghini Islero Owner: Andrew Manganaro, M.D., Xenia, Ohio
AMERICAN PERFORMANCE, 1961–1971 1971 Pontiac GTO 455 H.O. RamAir Coupe Owner: Stephan Locker, Glendale, Ohio
MOTORCYCLES, THROUGH 1975 1956 Norton Model 99 Dominator Owner: Gary Smith, Evendale, Ohio
FUTURE CLASSIC, 1995–PRESENT 2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic Carrera Owner: Robert A. Ingram, Durham, North Carolina
FEATURED THEME: GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN, EARLY INNOVATION, 1900–1949 1912 American Underslung R#22 Open Roadster Owner: Clem & Mary C. Lange, Huntingburg, Indiana
FEATURED THEME: GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN, CLASSIC BEAUTIES, 1925–1948 1934 Packard Twelve LeBaron Boattail Speedster Owner: The Auto Place, Cincinnati, Ohio
FEATURED THEME: GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN, FLAMBOYANT FIFTIES, 1950–1959 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air Nomad Station Wagon Owner: Bradley J. Bean, Miramar Beach, Florida
FEATURED THEME: GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN, POP CULTURE CARS, 1960–1980 1962 Ford Thunderbird M Roadster Owner: Richard Foster, New Castle, Indiana
FEATURED THEME: GREAT AMERICAN DESIGN, MODERN MARVELS, 2000–PRESENT 2008 Tesla Roadster Owner: Margaret Valentine, Cincinnati, Ohio
SPECIAL DISPLAY—100 YEARS OF MASERATI 2005 Maserati MC-12 Owner: Brian Ross, Cortland, Ohio
SPECIAL DISPLAY—50 YEARS OF THE MUSTANG, STREET 1963 Ford Mustang Prototype “Shorty” Coupe Owner: William L. Snyder, Hudson, Ohio
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SPECIAL DISPLAY—50 YEARS OF THE MUSTANG, RACING 1965 Shelby American GT350 Competition Owner: Mike Cavanaugh, Cincinnati, Ohio
SPECIAL DISPLAY—50 YEARS OF THE MUSTANG, PERFORMANCE SPECIALS 2014 Ford Shelby GT500 Owner: Bob Brooks, Oakwood, Ohio
SPECIAL DISPLAY—MICROCARS 1957 BMW Isetta Slide Window Cabriolet Owner: Michael McCloskey, Finleyville, Pennsylvania
AMBASSADOR AWARD HAGERTY YOUTH JUDGES’ CHOICE 1930 Cadillac Model 452 V-16 Town Sedan Owner: Dr. Wellington C. Morton, St. Johns, Florida
CHAIRMAN’S CHOICE 1973 Porsche 911 S Owner: Candyce M. Jones, Highland, Indiana
CINCINNATI MAYOR’S CUP 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Owner: Jerry Solimine, Cincinnati, Ohio
FOUNDER’S TROPHY 1964 Maserati 3500 G.T. I. Vignale Spider Owner: R.H. Grant, III, Dayton, Ohio
THE CARL H. LINDNER JR. TROPHY (BEST ROLLS-ROYCE / BENTLEY) 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I H.J. Mulliner Drophead Owner: Dean & Donna Trindle, Cincinnati, Ohio
CINCINNATI MAGAZINE AUTOMOTIVE STYLE AWARD 1971 Maserati Ghibli 4.9 SS Spider Owner: Andrew Manganaro, M.D., Xenia, Ohio
CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM ARTISTIC BEAUTY AWARD 1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Cabriolet Owner: Mark Greene, Cincinnati, Ohio
DRIVER’S AWARD 1965 Ford Shelby American GT40 Mark I #1036 Owner: James L. Jaeger, Cincinnati, Ohio
JIM IBOLD FIVA/HISTORIC VEHICLE ASSOCIATION PRESERVATION AWARD 1907 Locomobile Model H Touring Owner: Clem & Mary C. Lange, Huntingburg, Indiana
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JACK O’CONNOR TROPHY (BEST STYLE & ELEGANCE, OPEN COACHWORK) 1934 Cadillac V-16 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan Owner: Angela Westerman, Cincinnati, Ohio
BILL RUDD MEMORIAL CORVETTE TROPHY 1953 Chevrolet Corvette - Daytona Beach NASCAR Owner: Terry Michaelis, Napoleon, Ohio
HOWARD RAPP AWARD (BEST PORSCHE) 1984 Porsche 911 SC/RS Owner: Robert A. Ingram, Durham, North Carolina
E.P. LUNKEN TROPHY (BEST FERRARI) 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider Owner: Alan J. Statman, Cincinnati, Ohio
R.C. FOGLE TROPHY (JUDGES’ CHOICE) 1939 Cadillac Model 75 5-Passenger Limousine Owner: Ronald Thomas, Zanesville, Ohio
WILLIAM NIEMEYER TROPHY (BEST ALFA ROMEO) 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale Owner: Andrew Manganaro, M.D., Xenia, Ohio
RON HALBAUER BEST JAGUAR TROPHY 1956 Jaguar XK140 MC Owner: Scott Holley, Fishers, Indiana
BILL HESS AWARD FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado Owner: Charles Loper, Richfield, Ohio
HERB KROMBHOLZ PRE-WAR SPORTS TROPHY 1921 Marmon Model 34B Speedster Owner: Jack & Pam Rans, Indianapolis, Indiana
SAMUEL ADAMS AWARD (MOST ELEGANT CLOSED COACHWORK) 1931 Cadillac 452A Fleetwood Coupe Owner: Brent Merrill, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
BEST PACKARD 1942 Packard Darrin Convertible Victoria Owner: Gene & Sally Perkins, Greenwood, Indiana
BEST BRITISH SPORTS CAR 1936 MG PB Owner: Reed & Jan Tarwater, Greenfield, Indiana
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AN ITALIAN ICON—FERRARI
AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ENGINEERING 1967 Ford GT40 Mark IV Owner: Thomas Shaughnessy, Oceanside, California
AWARD FOR BEST INTERIOR 1931 Stutz DV-32 Victoria Rollston Owner: Richard T. Mitchell, Montgomery, Texas
2016 SPECIAL DISPLAYS
• 100 Years of BMW • The Cars of Donald Healey • All-American Workhorse - The Pickup Truck • 50th Anniversary of Ford GT40 1-2-3 Sweep of LeMans
PHOTOS BY GARY KESSLER; TRUCK PHOTO BY DENNIS COHEN
PEOPLE’S CHOICE 1965 Peel P50 Owner: Lane Motor Museum, Nashville, Tennessee
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