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Peter Read (chairman), Andrew Evans, Alan Brewer, Amanda Stretton, Andy King, Charlie Brennikmeyer, Dave Eden, Flavien Marçais, James Elliott, Luke Madden, Merlin McCormack, Michael O’Sullivan, Richard Hawken, Tom Hillary, Vanessa Marçais

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Welcoming any car painted in this unusual colour

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Timeless automotive design: the genius of the styling of the all-American sports car

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A symbol of engineering excess and precision

An eclectic mix of extraordinary machines

PARTNERS AND SPONSORS

Details of the many great companies involved with this year’s London Concours

An essential guide to finding your way around the London Concours at the HAC

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WELCOME TO THE 2024 LONDON CONCOURS

On behalf of the organising team at Thorough Events, I would like to extend a warm welcome to you here at the Honourable Artillery Company. As we open our eighth edition of the London Concours, it seems extraordinary how far we have come – but none of this would be possible without the help of our sponsors, supporting partners and, of course, our magnificent Steering Committee. Thank you to everyone involved this year. This Concours sees a record number of privately owned cars joining the main line-up; 90 incredibly special automobiles in all. Additionally, we are hosting a fantastic curation of McLarens, Jaguar E-types and supercars in a series of ‘one-day’ features, which I am sure will surprise and delight our guests.

To add to the magic, Iconic Auctioneers has chosen our event to launch its first London Concours Lifestyle Sale, on Wednesday June 5. Guests may preview the extraordinary lots – from classic cars, motorcycles and automobilia, to high-end watches, fine art and stunning jewellery – in the HAC’s Prince Consort Rooms on the Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons of the show, ahead of the hammer coming down on the first lot at 5:30pm on the Wednesday.

To the owners of all cars involved, thank you for agreeing to share your pride and joy with us. I wish you every success with the Concours, and I hope you have a fabulous time with us. During your visit be sure to check in at the Main Stage, where throughout each day a lively programme of content will be presented by our expert compères, Peter Wallman and Richard Charlesworth, featuring a number of special guests.

Enjoy the show. I hope you have a memorable time with us at the London Concours.

Best wishes

ANDREW EVANS CONCOURS DIRECTOR

TIMETABLE

Tuesday June 4: VIP Preview and McLaren Day

10:00 JUDGING STARTS

11:00 LONDON CONCOURS OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

11:00 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – COMPÈRES RICHARD CHARLESWORTH AND PETER WALLMAN REVIEW THE CLASSES AND JUDGING PROCESS

12:30 STAGE: INTRODUCING KOENIGSEGG AND JESKO BY KOENIGSEGG LONDON – ADAM NARDONI

13:00 STAGE: MCLAREN: FORMULA 1, F1, P1 AND MORE – PAUL HOWSE, KYLE FORTUNE, PETER STEVENS FOLLOWED BY PETER STEVENS BOOK SIGNING JAGUARSPORT XJR-15

14:30 STAGE: FUELLING AROUND ‘LIVE’ WITH DAVE VITTY AND PAUL WALLACE. POWERED BY ADRIAN FLUX

15:00 OWNERS’ ENCLOSURE: ADRIAN FLUX: ALEX BRUNDLE

15:00 STAGE: WOMEN IN MOTOR SPORT – JULIA ROBERTS, JODIE SLOSS, VANESSA MARÇAIS

15:45 STAGE: INVESTING IN INNOVATION: THE HYPERCAR MARKET EXPLAINED – ANDY KING, APOLLO CAPITAL, PAUL BAILEY

16:30 STAGE: MCLAREN AWARDS – OVERALL WINNER AND HIGHLY COMMENDED

17:00 STAGE: LONDON CONCOURS AWARDS CEREMONY – PRESENTATION OF CLASS WINNERS AND BEST IN SHOW

18:45 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – RICHARD AND PETER REVIEW THE CLASSES

20:00 LONDON CONCOURS CLOSES TO THE PUBLIC

Wednesday June 5: E-type Day

11:00 LONDON CONCOURS OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

11:00 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – COMPÈRES RICHARD CHARLESWORTH AND PETER WALLMAN REVIEW E-TYPES WITH PAUL BARRITT, JAGUAR CLASSIC

12:00 STAGE: PREVIEWING THE LIFESTYLE AUCTION – NICK WHALE AND ROB HUBBARD, ICONIC AUCTIONEERS

12:30 STAGE: INTRODUCING KOENIGSEGG AND JESKO BY KOENIGSEGG LONDON – ADAM NARDONI

13:00 STAGE: INTRODUCING MINI MANSELL – SAM MURPHY, HALFSCALE CARS

TIMETABLE

14:30 STAGE: FUELLING AROUND ‘LIVE’ WITH DAVE VITTY AND MARC PRIESTLEY. POWERED BY ADRIAN FLUX

15:00 OWNERS’ ENCLOSURE: ADRIAN FLUX: ALEX BRUNDLE

15:15 STAGE: A CLASSIC INVESTMENT? – NICHOLAS MEE, IAN CLARKE (MPC), STEVE WAKEFIELD (K500)

16:00 STAGE: E-TYPE AWARDS – OVERALL WINNER AND HIGHLY COMMENDED

16:30 STAGE: E-TYPE’S LASTING LEGACY – PHILIP PORTER AND KEITH HELFET FOLLOWED BY KEITH HELFET BOOK SIGNING DESIGN & DESIRE

17:30 STAGE: JAGUAR: EVOLVING GRACE, SPACE AND PACE

18:45 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – RICHARD AND PETER REVIEW THE CLASSES

20:00 LONDON CONCOURS CLOSES TO THE PUBLIC

Thursday June 6: Supercar Day

11:00 LONDON CONCOURS OPENS TO THE PUBLIC

11:00 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – COMPÈRES RICHARD CHARLESWORTH AND PETER WALLMAN REVIEW THE CLASSES AND JUDGING PROCESS

12:30 STAGE: INTRODUCING KOENIGSEGG AND JESKO BY KOENIGSEGG LONDON – ADAM NARDONI

13:00 STAGE: HISTORY OF THE HAC – HAMISH GREEN

14:30 STAGE: FUELLING AROUND ‘LIVE’ WITH DAVE VITTY AND VICKI BUTLER-HENDERSON. POWERED BY ADRIAN FLUX

15:00 OWNERS’ ENCLOSURE: ADRIAN FLUX: ALEX BRUNDLE

15:15 STAGE: EVOLUTION OF THE SUPERCAR – HARRY METCALFE, KEVIN RICE, JASON BARLOW

15:30 OWNERS’ ENCLOSURE: DRIVERS UNION SUPERCAR AWARDS

16:30 STAGE: SUPERCAR AWARDS – OVERALL WINNER AND HIGHLY COMMENDED

17:15 STAGE: TVR SCAMANDER AMPHIBIOUS SENSATION – HARRY METCALFE

17:45 A VIEW FROM THE FIELD – RICHARD AND PETER REVIEW THE CLASSES

19:00 GRAND DEPART

19:30 LONDON CONCOURS CLOSES TO THE PUBLIC

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MCLAREN DAY: TUESDAY JUNE 4

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For the first day of the London Concours, a stunning fleet of 50 McLarens honouring the iconic marque’s rich heritage will take centre stage.

As an event partner, McLaren London will showcase its latest models. From the pioneering F1 to the cutting-edge 750S, these will exemplify the evolution of McLaren’s design and engineering prowess.

Founded by Bruce McLaren in 1963, the brand soon made its mark in motor sport, introducing the M1A in the first year. Much success followed, with the team clinching its first Constructors’ World Championship in 1974.

In 1984 McLaren merged with Project 4 Racing, and

then it introduced carbonfibrecomposite tech with the MP4/1. Up to 1991, McLaren dominated Formula 1, winning seven Drivers’ Championships.

The legendary 1992 F1 soon became the world’s fastest car, and it would win the Le Mans 24 Hours in 1995 against more focused opposition.

A shift to road cars began in 2010, with the establishment of McLaren Automotive. A year later, the MP4-12C was released. With a 592bhp twin-turbo V8 and 2.8-second 0-60mph sprint, it was the start of an outstanding period for the brand.

Subsequent cars, including the P1 hybrid, showcased McLaren’s commitment to innovation,

pushing the boundaries with the track-focused Senna, the open-top Elva and the zenith of drag reduction, the Speedtail.

The Sports Series debuted a line-up of more accessible sports cars, with the 540C, 570S and 570GT developed with more creature comforts in mind. Newer cars included the 600LT in 2018 and the 620R in 2019.

In 2021, the Artura became the standard bearer for the Sports Series sector. The 2017 720S exemplified the pinnacle of the Super Series, until the 750S replaced it last December. With all this – and some extra surprises – in store, McLaren Day has to be an essential sight for any fan of the marque.

E-TYPE DAY: WEDNESDAY JUNE 5

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The second day of the London Concours will showcase one of Britain’s greatest automotive treasures, the Jaguar E-type.

Supported by Jaguar, the event will offer a remarkable insight into the evolution of a very British sporting icon, including ten significant cars presented by the marque itself. These spectacular examples are sourced from across the Jaguar Classic private collection, including the ZP Editions, the first and last Roadsters (77 RW and HDU 555N), a Group 44 US race car, bespoke customer car JAG 47, race team manager Lofty England’s E-type (2 MXN) and the prototype Continuation car.

inline-six powerplant. This not only increased torque, but also delivered a far more refined driving experience.

Throughout its lifespan, the E-type gained acclaim for its combination of stunning design, high performance and a relatively accessible price, becoming a symbol of automotive excellence. AN ICON OF BRITISH MOTORING SERVED UP IN ALL ITS

The Series 2 E-type made its debut in 1968. It featured larger rear lights, repositioned indicators and a bolder front grille, enhancing both aesthetics and airflow. Passengers gained upgraded seats and improved heating/ventilation systems for enhanced comfort. An optional automatic transmission provided added convenience.

Unveiled in 1961 at the Geneva Motor Show with two bodystyles – a sleek two-seater coupé and a stylish two-seater convertible – and a potent 3.8-litre inline-six engine, the E-type quickly captured hearts and minds with its breathtaking design and performance.

Only three years later, Jaguar introduced a significant upgrade to the Series 1 car, by fitting the E-type with a 4.2-litre

Signing off the E-type’s reign as automotive royalty was the Series 3. Revealed in 1971, the third era brought with it a bold change. At its heart was a V12 engine, boasting a 5.3-litre capacity and 272bhp. This mechanical evolution improved performance, and would carry the E-type through until the end of its production run in 1974.

LEFT JAGUAR CLASSIC WILL BE BRINGING ALONG AN EXAMPLE OF ITS ZP EDITION.

BELOW LEFT THE MANY FACES AND BODYSTYLES OF THE JAGUAR E-TYPE, EACH OF THEM ALLURING.

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SUPERCAR DAY: THURSDAY JUNE 6

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DESIGN-FOCUSED DAY WILL CELEBRATE THE AUTOMOTIVE ARTISTRY OF THE WILDEST, FASTEST, MOST EXCLUSIVE AND MOST DESIRABLE CARS ON THE PLANET

On Thursday, London Concours shifts gears with a special focus on design, and the creative minds that are pushing the envelope not only of automotive styling and craftsmanship, but in furniture, art, horology and

more. For the final day, we invite into the venue 50 of the latest examples of the pinnacle of automotive design, with a special supercar display.

Selected owners of the finest race-bred road cars will drive

into the private, hallowed grounds of the Honourable Artillery Company, forming a world-class display of supercars for fellow London Concours visitors to marvel over.

Together with a guest, owners will be hosted for the day in the Adrian Flux Enclosure, to enjoy a light lunch and a quiet place of shelter and shade, before strolling out onto the lawns to take in the rest of the event’s displays.

Our partner, the Drivers Union, will be presenting its annual awards as well. Founded

in 2012, and with more than 1300 supercar-owning members, the Drivers Union is the largest and most exclusive multi-marque supercar club in the UK. Membership is open to owners of Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Pagani and selected models from other marques. The club organises coffee mornings and group drive-outs, supercar lunches, dealer visits, discounts on services and much more. For more information ontheDriversUnion,headto https://thedriversunion.com

AUCTION PREVIEW

London Concours Lifestyle Sale 2024

AUCTION OF CLASSIC CARS, BIKES AND AUTOMOBILIA, PLUS HIGH-END WATCHES, FINE ART AND STUNNING JEWELLERY

London Concours is delighted to have joined forces with Iconic Auctioneers for its 2024 show. The exciting partnership will see Iconic Auctioneers conduct a luxury lifestyle auction at the HAC at 5:30pm on the evening of Wednesday June 5.

The sale will incorporate a fantastic range of luxury lifestyle lots, from classic cars, motorcycles and automobilia, to other coveted collectables such as high-end watches, fine art and stunning jewellery.

Star motoring lots will include a 1970 Aston Martin DB6 Mk2 Volante, one of just 38 such cars built. Also on offer will be a 1964 Aston Martin DB5, which has been fully restored by specialist Desmond

J Smail and upgraded to 4.2-litre specification. Meanwhile, a star lot in the fine art element of the sale will include a work by Turner Prize-winning English artist Keith Tyson. Iconic will offer his Studio Wall Drawing: Designs for Chicago Hyatt Centre (2003).

The auction will be held in the HAC’s Prince Consort Rooms. Viewing will take place from 11:00am-8:00pm on Tuesday June 4, and on Wednesday June 5 until the auction commences.

The sale will also be livestreamed on the Iconic Auctioneers website. Bidding will be available online, via phone or via commission pre-bid. Find out more information at www.iconicauctioneers.com.

TOP 1970 DB6 VOLANTE AND KEITH TYSON’S STUDIO WALL DRAWING: DESIGNS FOR CHICAGO HYATT CENTRE AMONG LOTS ON OFFER.

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THE CITY CHALLENGE

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Set your race pace

LONDON CONCOURS BRINGS A NEW, IMMERSIVE ADDITION TO ITS 2024 FEATURE LINE-UP: THE CITY CHALLENGE PRESENTED BY ASETEK SIMSPORTS

The City Challenge, which is taking place for the duration of the event, will see both individual drivers and larger teams take on the challenge of setting the fastest lap in a McLaren MP4/4 at the iconic Silverstone track, using the latest simulator technology provided by Asetek SimSports. You’ll be given a one-hour slot to set fastest laps around one of the most legendary British circuits in one of the greatestever British racing cars. The competition promises to be a showcase of both teamwork and individual talent, with awards

for the Fastest Team in the City and the Fastest Overall Driver. With a real-time leaderboard on the London Concours website, and set in the prestigious Prince Consort Rooms within Armoury House, this event offers not only a test of driving skill, but also an exclusive social experience, with space for up to 100 visitors. Entry for an individual costs £100, while a team of five is £500. Each ticket includes all-day admission to the London Concours and all of its displays. For more information on AsetekSimSports,head to www.asetek.com.

LONDON CONCOURS STYLE

Style in the city

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TO GO SHOPPING AT LONDON CONCOURS, WITH TOP BRANDS IN DESIGN, FASHION, FOOD, DRINK AND BEAUTIFULLY MADE ADDITIONS FOR THE HOME

Looking for something special to add a bit of sizzle to your summer? From watches to wine, and everything in between, you’re sure to find it at London Concours.

If you are searching for the perfect piece of jewellery for a loved one, or for yourself, Calleija is renowned for creating beautiful bespoke pieces with mesmerising details and exceptional craftsmanship, and it is an Argyle Pink Diamonds Icon Partner, while De Beers hand selects the rarest natural diamonds, creating distinctive designs as unique as its wearer.

Meanwhile, if you’re looking for a watch that reflects your passion for cars and motor sport, BALTIC is for you. Led by enthusiasts, designing products for enthusiasts, it is heavily invested in the Historic racing

scene, having recently partnered with Peter Auto on two limited editions, supporting the GT & Sports Car Cup and Trophée Lotus in France, among others. Now to finish the look – head to Luca Faloni for a taste of Italian craftsmanship. A follower of the ‘slow fashion’ mantra, it delivers elegant designs that never go out of style. Match that with a visit to Sam Brown London, whose leather goods fuse clean, contemporary design with traditional techniques. Designed and made in Brixham, Devon, Sam Brown uses premiumgrade hides from regenerative farmers, tanned in one of the last tanneries in England.

If you’re looking to add style to your home EV charging set-up, Andersen offers more than 125 colour combinations, and uses

the highest-quality materials matched to surfaces, textures and colours, which seamlessly integrate with modern or period architecture.

Meanwhile, Halfscale Cars is proof that good things come in small packages, with its miniature take on iconic machinery, powered by electric, petrol or even pedals.

Time for a drink? Jim & Tonic, a sustainable East London distillery, will be offering a range of sharp pick-me-ups, while the Waud Wine Club will be on hand to guide you on the best wines, from either a drinking or an investment point of view. Time to sit back and take it all in: head to the Veuve Clicquot Champagne Garden, where you can relax in style while indulging in your favourite yellow label. We’ll raise a glass to that...

THE CONCOURS CLASSES

Great British Racing

PRESENTED BY HILTON & MOSS

A look at Britain’s defining motor sport legends from the past 70 years. Cars that took the fight to the established automotive marques – and won. In the hands of some of the greatest-ever drivers, these machines flew the flag for Britain’s engineering ingenuity and ‘can do’ attitude, triumphing at iconic circuits and earning legions of fans. Featuring machinery from Ford, Lotus, Jaguar and MG, along with minnows that punched way above their weight including Hesketh, Chevron and Surtees.

Coachbuilt Greats – Zagato

PRESENTED BY DRVN

A retrospective celebrating arguably the greatest coachbuilder of all: Zagato. This category looks at the avant-garde wonders dreamed up by the Italian carrozzeria’s automotive artisans through the decades. We assemble the Lombardy-based design house’s greatest hits working with the likes of Aston Martin and Alfa Romeo: moving artworks, pieces of exquisite, expressive industrial design that are just as jaw-dropping today as they were when they were first revealed to the world.

Carnaby Street

PRESENTED BY INTAPP

Revisit London in the swinging 1960s, when Britain led the world in music, fashion and, of course, cars. We assemble automotive icons that roared around the capital when it was firmly at the centre of the cultural world – stylish machines favoured by the rich and famous, from the Mercedes 190 SL to the Ford Mustang, Aston Martin DB6 and more. These eradefining machines quickly became stars in their own right. Plus a special display of that icon of ’60s Mod living, the scooter.

Purple Reign

PRESENTED BY MAGNETO

In this class, we take a modern twist on Henry Ford’s famous quote, welcoming cars in any colour as long as it’s purple. The hue remains a rare choice today, but some of the most striking performance cars are finished in this shade, stretching right back to Ferraris of the 1960s and ’70s. We celebrate those brave souls who believed in purple, and have been rightly rewarded. Featuring everything from a 1964 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso through to a 2022 Zenvo TSR-S.

THE CONCOURS CLASSES

The Hypercars

PRESENTED BY APOLLO CAPITAL

Pushing the boundaries of automotive possibility, braving new frontiers of mechanical and engineering endeavour, modern hypercars represent the pinnacle of driving performance. We bring together a formidable array of pioneering machinery, representing the awe-inspiring nature of the hypercar world. Get up close and personal with such machinery as the Jaguar C-X75, McLaren P1 HDK MSO, Ferrari Enzo, Bugatti Veyron, Koenigsegg CCXR Edition and Ford GT.

Aero

SPONSORED BY CONCOURS OF ELEGANCE

The era of pop-up headlights – sadly cut short by safety regulations – gave rise to some of the most beautiful car designs ever. Streamlined and simplified, auto makers would come up with ever more ingenious ways of making headlights aerodynamic; here are our favourites.

Corvette – A Design Icon

PRESENTED BY CLASSIC & SPORTS CAR AND THE CLASSIC CORVETTE CLUB UK

Often overlooked for the beauty of its design, we pay homage to the Chevrolet Corvette. In its earliest iterations – particularly the C1, introduced in 1953 – it’s a veritable icon of timeless automotive design. The C2 included the split-screen Sting Ray Coupe, which was supposedly inspired by the Bugatti Atlantic. In this class you’ll fully appreciate the genius of the design of the all-American sports car.

The Legendary V12

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EMM LONDON PRIVATE OFFICE

A symbol of engineering excess and precision; unashamedly loud and unflinchingly powerful, the V12 has been the beating heart of some of the greatest cars ever. With fewer of these iconic engines being built, this class celebrates the inimitable powerplant.

Wild Cards

PRESENTED BY ADRIAN FLUX

A catch-all class for the finest cars that are worth celebrating but don’t fit into our other categories. An eclectic mix of extraordinary machines, you’ll find plenty to surprise and delight in here, from amphibious off-roaders to exquisite classics, each one an automotive curiosity of the finest order.

JUDGES AND JUDGING PROCESS

How the cars are chosen and judged

The initial thoughts on classes for the 2024 edition of the London Concours were formulated between selection committee chairman Peter Read and concours director Andrew Evans. This followed the debrief of 2023’s event, and included some old favourites (wild cards, coachbuilts and hypercars), but also developments from previous years (front aero and legendary engines) and marque anniversaries (Corvette).

By August, the chairman and curators Flavien and Vanessa Marçais had populated the classes with suggested models, for distribution to the committee members. The committee comprises past members with previous experience of car selection, along with some new recruits, all with an address book full of owners. From September to April, the committee meets every six weeks or so to run through selected cars, agree new invitations and fill gaps, so that by late April most of the classes are complete – with waiting lists. Once at the event, the

committee members have a further job to do, which – together with a choice group of guest judges – is to select the class and overall concours winners. Working in pairs, judges are given a copy of the car’s entry form and a briefing on the judging process.

Points are awarded to each vehicle on elegance of design, originality, quality of presentation and, most importantly, the car’s history and provenance. Brand new models tend to get higher points for presentation, but struggle to compete with the older cars which, by definition, tend to have more of a story to tell.

To ensure consistency, each team of judges is responsible for picking the winner of a complete class. From these class victors, the judges huddle to nominate an overall winner, with the chairman as the final adjudicator. Picking the overall winner from some fabulous cars is always difficult, which is why we introduced the Chairman’s Award, to reward a great runner-up.

THE JUDGES

Peter Read (chair of judges)

Flavien Marçais

Vanessa Marçais

James Elliott

Tom Hillary

Dave Eden

Andy King

Michael O’Sullivan

Richard Hawken

Merlin McCormack

David Lillywhite

Nicholas Mee

Andrea Zagato

Jimmy Howson

Stuart Gallagher

Charlie Calderwood

William Garratt

Georgia Peck

Elizabeth Irvine

JUDGING ITINERARY (TUESDAY JUNE 4)

10:00 Judging commences

11:00 Concours opens to public

13:00 Judging complete

16:30 Awards presentation (Main Stage) to comprise nine concours classes and Chairman’s Award

1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster Offered At: $1,200,000

Focused on matching buyers and sellers privately with professionalism, integrity, and discretion, our aim is to make the buying and selling experience an enjoyable one for all.

If you are interested in selling a car privately, or if you need assistance in finding the car that best suits your needs, our Private Sales team is ready to serve you as your trusted collector car advisor.

2023 WINNERS

Best in Show

In 2023, more than 10,000 guests enjoyed 80 cars in the palatial grounds of the Honourable Artillery Company.

This ultra-rare Schuppan 962CR P1 took home Best in Show. With Group C endurance racing capturing the hearts of motor sport enthusiasts in the 1980s, numerous road-going projects sprung up. One of the most famous is the 962CR; based on a Porsche 956/962, it used a

carbonfibre chassis by Reynard, with Mike Simcoe body styling. Sadly, only six were built.

This example, based on a 1990 Le Mans racing machine, was the prototype. It later entered private ownership, and spent time in France before coming to the UK. It has since been fully refurbished and retrimmed.

Meanwhile, the Chairman’s Award went to a Jensen CV8 MkIII, which combined Eric

LONDON CONCOURS 2023 RESULTS

Best in Show Schuppan 962CR P1

Chairman’s Award Jensen CV8 MkIII

Evolution of Aero sponsored by EMM – Schuppan 962CR P1

Built to Race, For the Road sponsored by Adrian Flux –Subaru Impreza WRC S12C

Bespoke Automotive sponsored by Montres Breguet – Austin-Healey WSM

Grand Tourisme sponsored by Magneto – Facel Vega Facel II

Make Green Great Again sponsored by Bespoke Handling – Aston Martin DBS

Golden Age Coupés sponsored by Dunhillion – Jensen C8 MkIII

Wildcards sponsored by Concours of Elegance –Lancia Fulvia Zagato

60 Years of Lamborghini sponsored by Moss Automotive – Lamborghini Miura

Neale-penned British style with Chrysler V8 muscle. It was one of the fastest cars of the 1960s, with a 6.7-second 0-60mph time. This matching-numbers MkIII was registered in the UK in April 1966, and its current owner bought it in the Netherlands in 2015. During a four-year nut-and-bolt restoration it was brought back to its former glory, thanks to the collaboration of the Jensen owner network.

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GREAT BRITISH RACING

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1962 Lotus Elite Type 14

Chassis 1928 was originally sent to Bob Challman, the agent for Lotus in LA and the West Coast of America. It was supplied as a factory race car, and had all of the Works modifications seen on the Team Elite cars entered at Le Mans in 1961. Challman raced no. 1928 under the Ecurie Shirlee banner throughout the ’60s, competing extensively across the US. He famously ran the Elite with a racoon’s tail hanging from the boot lid – the car became nearly as famous for this quirky feature as it did for its competition success.

1978 Hesketh 308E

The most controversial Formula 1 car livery ever?

Designed by Frank Dernie and Nigel Stroud, the 308E was the last Hesketh before the team folded in late 1978. Although its design was fairly conservative –an aluminium monocoque with a Cosworth DFV V8 – the paint scheme wasn’t: a Penthouse model embracing a packet of Rizla cigarette papers. The livery would turn out to be the most racy

part of the package; while Rupert Keegan qualified the 308E for every F1 round in 1977, the highest he’d finish was seventh. The team stuck with the same car for 1978, although now sponsored by Olympus. 1978 would be even worse, with Divina Galica and Derek Daly failing to get the car onto the startline, and Eddie Cheever retiring from the only race it did, the South African GP, due to a cracked oil line.

When Challman sold the

Lotus, it remained in the US and went through a chain of owners, including one who shared the car with British racing driver Sir John Whitmore in the 1970s.

The last American owner, John Delane, sold the Elite through Hall & Hall to the current owner in 2010. It has since been prepared by Neil Twyman and JRP Racing for selected events across Europe.

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1986 Jaguar XJR-9

Tom Walkinshaw’s TWR team and Jaguar had seen great success in European touring cars, but Group C endurance racing was a whole new ballgame. Tony Southgate’s car sat at the cutting edge of carbonfibre monocoque design.

While chassis 186 ended its career as an XJR-9, it debuted as an XJR-6 in 1986. Its first race ended in retirement, much like its assault on Le Mans that year, but it’d finish seventh

at the Silverstone 1000km and third at the Norisring 100 Miles, before winning the Supercup Nürburgring Super Sprint.

It was extensively revised for 1987. The V12 was taken out to 7.0 litres, at 720bhp. As the XJR-8 it was used sparingly during ’87, and would finish neither Le Mans nor the Silverstone 1000km. It would race once more, now in 750bhp XJR-9 spec, finishing fourth at the Le Mans 24 Hours.

1972 Surtees TS9B

The competitive TS9 F1 package was adapted into the TS9B for 1972. John Surtees retired from driving to concentrate on team management, with Tim Schenken and Andrea de Adamich starting the season, and Mike Hailwood joining from the South African GP onwards. The season was pockmarked with retirements, with 15 non-finishes overall.

However, Hailwood did provide some highlights,

finishing fourth in Belgium and sixth in France, before coming fourth in Austria and second in Italy. TS9B would also be run by John Love (Team Gunston) and Sam Posey (Champcar Inc), although not with a great deal of success.

The TS9B would be used only twice in 1973, as the team had moved on to the TS14A. Luiz Bueno finished 12th in Brazil and de Adamich finished eighth in South Africa.

1967 Ford Escort Mk1

This red-and-gold Alan Mann Escort was turned into a racing car in 1968, with a 210bhp 1600cc FVA Cosworth engine. The likes of Roger Clark, Jackie Oliver and Graham Hill would get behind the wheel for the British Saloon Car Championship.

In 1969 it was run by the Frami Racing Belgium team, before being passed to the Dutch Racing Team in 1970.

In 1971 it was run by BP Racing Belgium for Yvette

Fontaine. Throughout the 1970s it passed through five owner-drivers, before joining the collections of the likes of Vic Lee, Mike Chittenden, ex-Alan Mann mechanic Jim Morgan and, in 2004, Alan Mann.

The current owner acquired the car in 2006 and, after four years of research, set about an 11-year restoration. It still has its original shell, suspension, rims, steering rack and pedal box.

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1971 Surtees TS9

Designed by seven-time bike GP champ and 1964 F1 World Champion John Surtees, along with Peter Connew, the TS9 featured a Ford-Cosworth DFV in an aluminium-alloy monocoque. The team

could prepare only one chassis for the car’s debut, the 1971 South African GP, but Surtees had to retire the TS9 after a ’box malady. Chequered results were to follow, with Rolf Stommelen, Derek Bell and

1951 Jaguar XK120

This prominent racing Jaguar featured in XK120 in Competition by James Fraser and Paul Skilleter. It was raced from 1951 until the late 1990s, when a crash saw its chassis dumped and replaced. In more recent years, its history and rebirth have been documented as the car was reunited with its original, carefully repaired chassis. The XK120 retains many

authentic features, and has been restored. In period, it was raced successfully by John Riseley-Prichard, most notably at Goodwood. Highlights included the seventh BARC Members’ Meeting in August 1951, the Goodwood International in September 1951, Castle Combe in April 1952 and the Eight Clubs at Silverstone in 1952.

Mike Hailwood joining the team, but results continued in the mid-part of the top ten if the car didn’t retire. In the US GP, Sam Posey would retire, while Surtees and Hailwood were well out of the points.

1969 Chevron B16

Derek Bennett designed the B16 to replace the B8 for the 1970 2.0-litre Group 6 season. It used a spaceframe chassis with steel and duralumin sheeting added to form a monocoque central section. Wearing the Specialised Mouldings body, the car was just 36 inches high. Its engine was a 1.8 Cosworth FVX. This car first went to Denys Dobbie’s Dobbie

Automobile Racing Team. Ex-Ecurie Ecosse driver Graham Birrell won its first race, the Lombank Trophy at Ingliston. In later life it changed hands and colours many times, and called Switzerland and Sweden home. It returned to the UK in 2002, before joining the owner’s collection in 2007. It is now raced in World Sportscar Masters.

1986 MG Metro 6R4

Group B elevated rallying to new heights, and MG Rover turned to Williams to get involved. Unusually, its Metro 6R4 eschewed turbos in favour of a naturally aspirated 410bhp 3.0-litre V6, mounted in the middle, in order to avoid turbo lag, excess heat and reliability issues, and make the car nimbler and easier to drive.

No. 22 was built for David Llewellin to use in the latter half of the 1986 British Rally Championship. After taking two victories, the car was driven to two second-place finishes in 1987 by Roger Clark. In 1990 it won the Camel Off-Road Rally in Tenerife, driven by Fernando Capdevila. It has now been returned to Group B spec.

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1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia SS

Penned by legendary Bertone chief of design Franco Scaglione, the SS’s aerodynamic form was developed in a wind tunnel and bears a resemblance to the famed trio of BAT concepts. At just 950kg, with front disc brakes and the top-of-the-range 1600cc twin-cam engine (introduced in 1962), AR 380576 was supplied new to Giorgio Perfetti in

1960 Mercedes 190 SL

If it was glamour and sophistication you were after back in the 1960s, the Mercedes 190 SL roadster – with its lowslung looks and distinctive ‘eyebrows’ above the wheelarches – fitted the bill like a Givenchy gown or Savile Row suit.

Fresh from an extensive restoration, the pristine 1960 example in the Carnaby Street collection was driven by Welsh singing star Dame Shirley

Bassey during the 1984 recording of her studio album I Am What I Am at Olympic Studios in London, and was later owned by founder member of the group Manhattan Transfer, Tim Hauser. A rare right-hand-drive model, and one of around just 1000 built, it has a removable hard-top and is fitted with a 1.9-litre four-cylinder engine and a manual gearbox.

Piacenza, Italy in 1963.

In 1970 it moved to its second owner, where it stayed with one Milanese family for 40-plus years. In 2015, it was brought to the UK by ex-pilot and racing

driver Robs Lamplough. He sold it to the current owner in 2020, who asked Surreybased specialist DTR to address all aspects of the bodywork, including a full bare-metal respray in its original Dutch Blue. One year later, after 1200 hours of labour hours, the restoration was complete, with the engine fully overhauled and the interior kept 100 percent original.

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1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III

The Silver Cloud III made its debut in 1963, sporting a 100kg weight saving over previous models and a compression-ratio boost to 9:1 for its 6.2-litre V8. Although Rolls-Royce didn’t share performance figures, it’s estimated that with crank changes and upgraded carbs, the engine was seven per cent more powerful than the Series II. The GM Hydramatic auto ’box was used, while further changes included

a steeper bonnet slope to fit a slightly smaller grille Chassis SJR617C is one of 49 cars built in righthand-drive form to Design No 2045 by Mulliner Park Ward. The current owner bought the car in Australia at auction, and imported it back to the UK. Frank Dale & Stepsons performed a comprehensive restoration of the coachwork and chrome, along with some mechanical work, and fitted a new hood.

1970 Ferrari 365 GTC

This car set off Eric Clapton’s Ferrari obsession. It started after George Harrison introduced him to a 365 GTC he’d just bought. For Eric, it was love at first sight; in May 1970 he paid £7900 to Maranello Concessionaires for this car, specifying air-con and radio options. Eric used it extensively throughout the 1970s, and changed the colour to bright purple – although he later returned it to silver. He eventually

sold the car in 1983, when it was purchased by a then director of Modena Engineering. He decided to emigrate to South Africa, taking the car with him. It came back to the UK via the current owner, who asked FH Ellis to perform a bare-metal restoration, with the trim kept largely original. The car has since been used extensively in Europe, and has received Ferrari Classiche certification.

1961 Sunbeam Harrington Le Mans

Thomas Harrington & Sons was one of Britain’s top coachbuilders during the 1920s and ’30s. In collaboration with the Rootes Group, a Harringtonbodied car won the Index of Thermal Efficiency at the 1961 Le Mans. To celebrate, the Sunbeam Harrington Le Mans was introduced at the 1961 Earls Court Motor Show. It featured radical

body mods, plus bespoke engine and trim options. Most of the 250 cars were exported to the US, with fewer than 50 surviving in running condition. No. 19 has been restored over 12 years from a barn-find to its current condition. It features a Le Mans engine, which mirrors the car built for the late Prince William, Duke of Gloucester.

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1977 Meyers Manx beach buggy

Created in the 1960s by the indomitable Bruce Meyers, the Meyers Manx beach buggies came to represent the spirit of free-wheeling California – but there was much more to them than just the beach and surf lifestyle. Based on VW Beetle running gear, a genuine Manx was capable and strong, which Meyers proved by setting a record run traversing the Mexican Baja peninsula in his first

car, known as Old Red. It wasn’t long before a Manx found fame on the big screen either, with Steve McQueen famously driving one in The Thomas Crown Affair. Both that car and Old Red still exist today. Meyers died in 2021, but just before his death he sold the rights to Trousdale Ventures. It has relaunched the firm with Continuations of the classic design and new EV versions styled by Freeman Thomas.

1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

This Ford was a sensation on its 1964 launch, at a stroke destroying sales of the Falcon and Fairlane it was based on.

The standard Mustangs ran inline-sixes and V8s, but the most potent early cars were those with the GT Equipment Package, such as this Convertible. This option got you a 289ci (4.7-litre) V8 with 225bhp, along with foglamps,

rocker-panel stripes and disc brakes. In the cabin, upgrades included a bespoke panel with five smart round gauges. For 1966, 25,517 people specified the GT, up by 10,000 over the previous year. The Mustang also became the US’s bestselling drop-top, with 72,119 finding homes –almost double the amount of Chevrolet Impalas.

1970 Dino 246 GT

This Dino 246 GT is a Series 1, chassis no. 01080. It was one of a total of 357 produced, and its original owner drove it back from Italy to London. Apparently a gambler, he kept the car for only a few short months before selling it, because he needed money after losing big in West End casinos. It was purchased by the current keeper’s father for £3000. He was in the motor trade, specialising

in the repair of Italian sports cars via an outfit called B&A Motors, just off Chiswick High Road. The car has only ever changed hands from the current owner’s father to him; he was born in the same year that his father acquired the Dino. “As a kid I was obsessed with it, to the point all my school drawings were done in orange,” the owner says. “I still have a drawing I created in 1982.”

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1956 Porsche 356A Speedster

The 356 Speedster first came about because US importer Max Hoffman said a low-cost, stripped-out drop-top could sell well there. With its low screen (removable for weekend racing), bucket seats and minimal folding top, the Speedster was a smash hit. This example left the factory in March 1956, and was delivered to its first owner in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in May. Many years later, its second

owner had it restored. This was completed in 2000, after which it won the 356 class at the Virginia Porsche Club of America Concours in 2001 and 2002. It was then imported to the UK by the third owner, who kept it in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition before selling to the current owner after 20 years. The paint, trim and mechanicals have been recently refurbished, and it is used regularly.

1967 Aston Martin DB6

Vantage Volante

This car’s owner first fell in love with the DB6 Vantage Volante at the 1966 London Motor Show, aged 14. While he managed to satiate his Aston passion with some DB6s and a DB9 over the years, the DB6 Volante remained out of reach.

However, in 2021 he bought a project car from Nicholas Mee & Co, which then restored it for him. The engine was sent to

Aston Engineering for a full rebuild to 4.2-litre spec, while the body was sent to Surrey Car Craft, with fabrication performed by RS Williams. It was found that the car had been in a shunt in the 2000s, which meant Bodylines produced a new nose-cone.

The gearbox has also been rebuilt, the limitedslip diff overhauled and the interior refurbished.

1967 Jensen FF

No. 119/006 was a Vignalebuilt pre-production car delivered to a survivor of the Great Escape and restored by Cropredy Bridge under the guidance of the world’s top FF expert. Vignale FFs are very rare, and different in many ways from the production car. Factory records suggest six were made; it’s believed only two or three survive now. This one was the subject of a near-£300k restoration, with the main

focus being to preserve originality – a challenge when the Vignale cars were so different to the production ones. Take the Vignale leather, which had a different grain; it was restored at the University of Northampton. New hoses were made with the correct stampings, and the restorers even used the same metal production and lead loading as the Vignale panel beaters had done.

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1966 Citroën DS21 Décapotable

The DS took many forms, from everyday car to exotic transport for those with an eye for the finer things in life. The Décapotable – French for convertible – versions appeared in 1960, using a special frame that was reinforced in a similar manner to the estate (Break) versions.

First registered on November 3, 1966, this matching-numbers example is one of the very

last Décapotables supplied to the UK. It must also be one of very few righthand-drive cars sent here, and to the highly desirable 1967 specification.

Records show that this was the third cabriolet d’usine (factory convertible) constructed by Henri Chapron for the 1967 series, and it is the only example known to have been factory supplied with the later – and superior – ‘green’ hydraulic fluid.

1968 Volvo P1800S

This P1800S was made in Sweden, but still with a lot of British parts left over from Jensen’s involvement with the model. It’s done 51,000 miles, and the owner has had it since 2016 – the start of a fiveyear restoration odyssey. It needed new floors and sills, and many fresh and refurbished parts were used with the aim of maintaining originality where possible, but also to make the car usable. The

bodywork restoration was performed by Carrozzeria in Maidenhead, with the upholstery works done by Richard Felton of Leather by Muirhead in Glasgow. The finishing touches were carried out by Templar Classics in Farnham Common. The car has covered 3000 miles since the restoration, including a trip to Corsica – and the owner now plans to take it to Norway and the Arctic Circle.

1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

The Mustang’s impact was seismic, as canny Ford parts sharing meant it could offer seductive style for just $2638. Sales were huge, with more than one million built during its first 18 months. The Fastback was introduced in August 1964, four months after the Coupe and Convertible.

This particular car was bought in LA in 1966, and came to the UK via Tilbury

Docks – still with its US plates and options such as Minilite wheels, disc brakes, sports suspension and Shelby quarter windows. It is linked to novelist Jackie Collins, and was an everyday driver. From 1969-76 it spent most nights outside London’s Tramp club. More recently, it has been restored by marque specialist Baz Cope in Wales.

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Classic scooters

Carnaby Street back in the swinging 1960s wasn’t only about the cars; in fact, the most stylish of its bright young things were just as likely to be seen on scooter, which were much cheaper.

In recognition of that, there’ll be a line-up of iconic machines in the Carnaby Street class, showing off the range of scooters that were available at the time – although Mods of the

era tended to hone in on the Italian Lambrettas and Vespas for their perfect mix of style and practicality. These buzzy little machines from the late 1950s to the early 1970s have had a cult following ever since.

The curvaceous Vespa – appropriately named after the Italian word for ‘wasp’ – was made by Piaggio from 1946. The Lambretta followed a year later, its name derived

from the word Lambrate, the Milanese suburb where the factory was located.

There will be varieties of both marques on show, including a one-owner collection of Lambrettas comprising a 1958 Li 150, 1960 TV175, 1964 TV175, 1964 Li 150 Pacemaker and 1966 SX200.

You can decide yourself which brand you prefer – it’s an argument that is still as fiercely debated as Pepsi vs Coke.

ABOVE ITALIAN MACHINES SUCH AS THIS 1964 LAMBRETTA ARE HIGHLY COVETED

PICTORIAL

TOP LONDON’S YOUNG HIPSTERS LOVED THE STYLE AND FREEDOM OF THEIR SCOOTERS

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1993 Alfa Romeo RZ

Debuting in 1992, the Alfa Romeo RZ was developed as a roadster version of the SZ. Unlike the original car, it was a Zagato design. Just 278 RZs left the factory, and none was originally sold in Britain by Alfa Romeo UK. However, it’s believed that there are 12 examples in the UK now – and this is one of only three in red, the others being black or yellow.

The conversion to

2018 Aston Martin

Vanquish Zagato Speedster

Aston Martin continued its long association with Milan’s Carrozzeria Zagato in 2018, for a project that saw four bodystyles made available to the marque’s most devoted customers: Coupé, Convertible, Speedster or Shooting Brake. All except the Speedster were limited to 99 cars; there are just 28 Speedsters in existence. Under the body lies the

Vanquish S’s 595bhp V12, delivering 201mph and 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds. Inside, bespoke ‘Zagato’ stitching can be found on the headlining and seats. Having covered just over 500 miles from new, with its single owner, this magnificent Vanquish Zagato Speedster is a truly special combination of British engineering and Italian design.

roadster specification saw the model’s weight spiral 120kg to 1380kg over the standard car, but what it may lose in nimbleness it gains in the driver being able to hear its 3.0-litre

Busso V6 in unadulterated form with the roof down. This car, no. 124, was first registered in Italy and then imported into the UK in August 1996. It was owned by two respected collectors until its acquisition by its current owner, the UK’s leading SZ and RZ specialist, in May 2016. It has been regularly seen at Alfa Romeo Owners Club events since.

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2001 Ferrari 550 GTZ Barchetta

The completion of three Zagato-bodied 550 GTZ Barchettas concluded the Zero Project, which had started in 2005 with the rebodying of six 575 GTs.

Inspired by the 1956 250 GT Berlinetta, Zagato crafted an electronically operated roof. This 478bhp 5.5-litre V12-powered car is the last Barchetta built, and the only RHD example. Its bespoke dark grey exterior and cream leather trim distinguish it from its

two stablemates. Following the Zero Project initiative, Ferrari appointed Zagato as an official coachbuilder for its One to One programme.

Clients interested in starting a new Ferrari/ Zagato initiative will be directed to Maranello, where all future Zagatodesigned Ferraris will be built. That makes this car the last series of specialbodied Ferraris to be built in the Zagato factory.

1960 Bristol 406 Zagato

Even before he bought his minority stake in Bristol, Anthony Crook commissioned Carrozzeria Zagato to create a limited series of lightweight fourseaters on the 406 chassis. Just six 2+2s and a solitary two-seater were built, which were 11in shorter, 5in lower and 260kg lighter than standard.

One of five four-seater Zagatos known to survive, chassis 5299 (NPK 120) was displayed at the 1960

Earls Court Motor Show, and sold new to Richard Robinson in May 1961.

The active Bristol Owners Club member kept the car until 1991, faithfully recording all works carried out. He then sold it to Jonas Liden of Sweden, who eventually commissioned a major restoration from Jaye Engineering. This took place between 2002 and 2005, and the current owner acquired the car in September 2021.

2012 Aston Martin Vantage V12 Zagato

Built to celebrate the 50year partnership between Aston Martin and Zagato, the V12 Vantage made its debut at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2011, a year before the first deliveries were made.

It was designed at Aston’s UK studio, with its suspension retuned by One-77 engineers. The engine is a 5.9-litre V12.

The hand-built aluminium

body has a double-bubble roof section in tribute to past Zagato cars. Despite a forecasted 350-strong production run, in the end only 61 cars were sold.

Racing versions were used in ADAC racing in Germany, including at the Nürburgring 24 Hours; Aston Martin CEO Dr Ulrich Bez and his fellow drivers finished 26th overall and second in class in 2012.

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2018 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato

One of the most heralded classics is Aston Martin’s DB4 Zagato, whose sheer magic has led to several collaborations between Aston and Zagato. This one-of-99 Vanquish Zagato has a bespoke body and

trim. It made its debut at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2017. The Zagatos use the Vanquish S’s all-alloy quad-cam V12, which delivers 595bhp, 465lb ft of torque and 201mph. You

1958 Abarth 750 Zagato DB

This 750 Abarth was first bought by John D Sheets in Encino, California in July 1958. A Hollywood producer, he was responsible for early Tarzan productions and the Lassie TV series. The car had fallen into disuse in the late 1970s, and found its next owner, Glen Neyenhuis, by chance. He’d stopped at a diner en route from California to Arizona

when transporting a car, and was approached by a man who said there was a vehicle sitting in the weeds in a storage compound. A few days later, the 750 was Glen’s. An attempted restoration was never completed, and Glen passed away in 2012. Six years later, the Abarth was sold to its current UK owner, and then thoroughly restored.

can hit 0-62mph in 3.5 seconds, luxuriating in a Zagato-themed interior. Having covered less than 500 miles from new with its one and only owner, the Vanquish Zagato on show is the perfect grand tourer.

1991 Alfa Romeo SZ ES30

The SZ was conceived to inject some glamour into Alfa’s range after Fiat’s takeover. It went from concept to production in little more than a year and a half. Despite the Zagato badging, it was actually styled at Centro Stile Fiat by Citroën SM designer Robert Opron and Antonio Castellana; Zagato productionised the design and then built

it. Its glassfibre body covered a 3.0-litre Busso V6 and a race-honed chassis from an Alfa Romeo 75 IMSA car.

The owner bought this car in 1991. No. 472 of 1036 built, it’s never been restored and is almost totally original. While it’s never been raced or rallied, the owner says “it has survived being ragged by Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear”.

1972 Lancia Fulvia Sport Zagato

When Lancia wanted a more aerodynamic, lighter and sportier version of the Fulvia for use in rallying and racing, it turned to Zagato.

Chief designer Ercole Spada’s Series I included a side-opening bonnet and

a spare-wheel well on a rotating panel that also held the rear number plate. Some of these innovations were lost for 1970’s Series II, which also saw a raised ride height, 2+2 seating and an all-steel body. A

1.6-litre engine was added to the range as well. This car featured in the Lancia Motor Club journal, before its current owner bought it in 2012. It underwent a bare-metal rebuild in 2018-20.

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1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring

The Carrera RS 2.7 was built to allow Porsche to put up a strong fight in endurance racing, but its impact went far beyond that. Despite the marketing department’s fears about such a hardcore car, it sold more than twice what was needed for motor sport homologation. Using the 911S as a basis, the engine was bored out to 2.7 litres and the car was lightweighted down to the

2022 Ferrari 812 Competizione

The 812 Competizione follows in the footsteps of the 599 GTO and F12 TdF, by turning the adrenaline up to 11 on Ferrari’s flagship series production car.

The 812 Superfast’s 6.5-litre V12 was retuned to produce 819bhp, with 510lb ft of torque at 7000rpm. Many of the internals were revised, with upgraded conrods, pistons and crank. The intake system was also redesigned, helping to

deliver more power at higher revs. Further upgrades included the reworking of the 812’s aerodynamic profile, as well as adding independent four-wheel steering. The seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox was updated, too. This particular car was purchased in September 2022, from Meridien Modena in Lyndhurst, Hampshire. The Ferrari frequently visits charity track days at Goodwood.

minimum. It also featured Bosch mechanical fuel injection, beefier suspension, larger brakes, wider rear wheels and the infamous ducktail spoiler.

Spending 30 years in the

care of Simon F Phillips, a five-time Le Mans starter and former BRDC director, this matching-numbers 2.7 RS Touring was purchased by the current custodian in 2013, having been

previously refinished in dark metallic grey. Restored to its original colour in 2015, it’s one of just 16 examples built in Lilac, and one of 117 RHD cars from the total production run.

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2013 McLaren P1

As with its McLaren F1 predecessor, the P1 was at the cutting edge of racing tech. Using a carbonfibre monocoque, it’s powered by a 727bhp 3.8-litre twinturbo V8 augmented with a 177bhp electric motor. That

is a huge 903bhp, sent to the rear tyres via a Graziano Trasmissioni seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Further F1 technology can be found elsewhere, with the Instant Power Assist System and Drag

1964 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso

Designed to bridge the gap between the sporty 250 GT SWB and the luxury-focused 250 GTE 2+2, the 250 GT Lusso turned out to be the last of the famous ‘250’ line. A 240bhp 3.0-litre Colombo V12 gave 150mph and a sub-8.0second 0-60mph sprint. The valves and crank were sourced from the 250 GT, while the pistons and block came

from the 250 GTE. The Lusso element meant the car offered hitherto-unknown levels of space compared with its sportier sisters. And if the fixed-position seatbacks gave taller occupants a challenge, the driver could at least adjust the pedals by up to 5cm. They also got a three-spoke wood and aluminium Nardi steering wheel.

Reduction System. The Frank Stephenson-penned P1 generates 600kg of downforce at 160mph.

Just 375 cars were built, with little more than a quarter of the figure remaining in Europe.

1995 Lamborghini Diablo SE30 Jota

The SE30, built to mark Lamborghini’s 30th year, was essentially a streetlegal race car. A reworked fuel system, exhaust and air intake helped it to kick out 523bhp. It also did without the standard Diablo’s four-wheel drive. To keep weight down, the SE30 used Plexiglas side windows, and it lost the air-con, stereo and

power steering set-ups. It also got carbonfibre seats, a larger rear spoiler, magnesium alloys and a deeper front spoiler. The Jota kit further upped power to 595bhp. This car was sold new to a major UK collector, and is one of just two factory-built RHD cars that came to the UK. It’s the only one here now.

2022 Zenvo TSR-S

The Zenvo TSR-S is the roadgoing version of the TSR, the track-only version of the Zenvo TS1 GT. The TSR-S is 85kg lighter than the latter, at 1465kg. Its carbonfibre wing can rotate in two axis, acting as an air brake and

for further stabilisation in corners. While the cabin can be as stripped out as the TSR’s, a radio and air-con can be added.

The 5.8-litre twinsupercharged V8 kicks out 1177bhp, which can punt

the Zenvo to 62mph in 2.8 seconds and on to 202mph. Owned by Tim Burton – aka Shmee150 – it has been showcased on the Road to Zenvo online video series. He’s used the car in Europe and taken it to the US, too.

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1970 Ferrari 365 GTB/4

Also known as the Daytona after Ferrari’s victory on Ford’s home turf in the 24hour race of the same name, the 365 GTB/4 was the last of an era until the 1990s. It marked the end of the two-seater, front-engined,

V12 Ferrari flagship – but what a way to go out. Penned by Pininfarina’s Leonardo Fioravanti, the 365 GTB/4 used a 347bhp development of the 275 GTB/4’s Colombo V12. Independent suspension

1985 Porsche 930 Turbo RWB

Rauh Welt Begriff –‘Rough World Concept’ – was set up in 1997 by Nakai-San. This custom Porsche workshop pushes boundaries by drawing inspiration from classic racing cars and blending modern, aggressive aesthetics with trackready performance. He widens the body and hones the aerodynamics to create a unique driving experience, while

preserving each car’s character and soul. The wide-body conversions, the iconic riveted fender flares and the oversized rear wings all contribute to the unmistakable aesthetic of RWB Porsches. Nakai-San worked on this 930 Turbo in late 2022, at the same time as Daniel Arsham’s custom slant-note conversion, RWBA.

featured at each corner. Just 156 were built in right-hand drive.

Early cars had fixed headlamps behind an acrylic glass cover, but this was changed to retractable pop-up headlamps in 1971.

1964 Aston Martin DB5

Chassis DB5/1604/R is an early Series IV. Presented in its original Roman Purple colour, it is one of 1022 built.

The owner acquired it in 2018, when it’d been off the road for 40 years. It’s now been refurbished to ensure its preservation while keeping its patina.

In 2019, RS Williams undertook a complete mechanical overhaul, during which the engine

was rebuilt to 330bhp 4.7-litre spec. Cosmetic improvements included new carpets, spotlights and a concealed radio.

The car was stripped in order to attend to rust and deterioration, but the paint was left untouched to retain the feel of an unrestored car. Since 2020, the Aston Martin has covered 18,000 miles, including cross-continental runs.

1994 Lamborghini Diablo SE30 Supercharged

This impressively upgraded 634bhp SE30 prototype boasts a supercharger upgrade and a unique purple finish. It is a one-ofa-kind masterpiece, born of the creativity and passion of the team at Lamborghini

Hoecker in Landau, in collaboration with the marque’s Sant’Agata Bolognese factory.

Said to be one of the fastest Diablos ever, it has been sparingly driven in recent years and is in

excellent condition. Various modifications include McLaren F1 brakes, a specially adapted engine control for the supercharger, a carbon intake for the supercharger air duct and a 400km/h speedo.

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2015 Jaguar C-X75

The C-X75 concept showed off the British marque’s future thinking. A rapturous response meant it came close to production, but a global economy malaise meant it never moved forward. A certain secret agent had other ideas, however… This C-X75, which was used in the 007 film Spectre’s dramatic car chase, has been substantially re-engineered by CALLUM to make it road legal.

Built by Williams Advanced Engineering for the 2015 film, the C-X75 stunt cars were designed to withstand punishing chase scenes, and were

2014 McLaren P1 HDK MSO

McLaren’s P1 was already a phenomenal hypercar, capable of 0-60mph in 2.8 seconds, and twice that in 6.8 seconds, before hitting a top speed of 217mph. This particular car was different, benefiting from two acronyms steeped in McLaren lore. MSO stands for McLaren Special Operations, which can tailor your car to whatever spec you wish. HDK refers to High Downforce Kit, following the HDK variants

of the McLaren F1, which offered more performance and looks emulating those of the GTR race cars.

Each P1 HDK was a Lanzante bespoke build, offering upgrades such as revised rear bodywork, upgraded suspension and a spectacular power increase: the Cosworthtuned twin-turbo V8 displaced 4.0 litres and had just under 1000bhp. The refinements continued with a bespoke interior.

constructed around a robust, tubular-spaceframe chassis with rally-derived suspension and Jaguar’s 5.0-litre, supercharged V8. Just four of the five survived, with this chassis,

Car Seven, the only one now licensed for UK road use. A private customer commissioned CALLUM to transform the Jaguar while preserving its iconic history.

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2004 Ferrari Enzo

Any Ferrari to bear the name of the company’s illustrious founder had to be special, and the Enzo was certainly that – it represented the peak of what was then possible at Maranello.

The 651bhp Tipo F140 V12 was a clean-sheet design, packing in four overhead camshafts in each cylinder bank, four valves per cylinder and a 6.0-litre displacement. The Enzo would be Ferrari’s

last naturally aspirated mid-engined V12 for nearly two decades.

It was also a triumph of aerodynamics – whereas the F40 and F50 had huge rear wings to stay planted at high speed, the Enzo used a novel rear diffuser and a flat underbody. Only at very high speeds did a spoiler pop up to keep the car glued to the road. This seriously fast model could crack 0-62mph in 3.65 seconds and 220mph-plus.

2007 Bugatti Veyron

The Veyron took the hypercar to a whole new level. Not only was this to be the world’s fastest car, at 253mph, but it also had to be luxurious and as easy to drive as a normal car. There was nothing ‘normal’ about it, however, with four turbos, 8.0 litres and 16 cylinders in a W set-up. Add in ten radiators, Haldex AWD and a dualclutch, direct-shift ’box. The result was 987bhp –but there was more to it

than sheer brute force. To hit that top speed, the swooping shape would lower 2.6in, and the rear wing retract, to achieve a drag coefficient of 0.36. In full-bore acceleration, the Veyron hit 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds. Stopping was just as swift, thanks to AP Racing cross-drilled, ventilated, carbonfibrereinforced, silicon-carbide composite discs and aluminium six-piston monobloc calipers.

2015 Porsche 918

The Porsche 918 was a stunning vision of the German sports car manufacturer’s future, way back in 2010. Its naturally aspirated 4.6-litre V8 powerplant developed 599bhp, which was supplemented by two electric motors that provided an additional 282bhp, for a combined output of 875bhp and 944lb ft of torque. The car could sprint from 0-62mph in 2.6

seconds, and hit a top speed of 124mph less than five seconds later, before maxing out at 214mph. Appropriately and, of course, deliberately, a mere 918 examples of the 918 were built. Some of the cars were offered with the Weissach Package, which featured magnesium wheels, an extended rear diffuser, lashings of carbonfibre on the exterior and an Alcantara-trimmed interior.

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2023 Ferrari Daytona SP3

The Daytona SP3 marked a stunning return to the naturally aspirated, midmounted V12 layout that had not been seen from Maranello since the 2002 Enzo. The 6.5-litre V12 was sourced from the 812 Superfast, which here made 829bhp and 514lb ft. The result was 211mph, 0-62mph in 2.85 seconds and 124mph in 7.4.

The design, produced under Flavio Manzoni at the Ferrari Styling Centre,

was inspired by the 330 P4 that was victorious at the 1967 Daytona 24 Hours.

Further historical inspiration came from the wraparound screen, which referenced the P3/4, while the double-crested wings were reminiscent of the 512 S, 712 Can-Am and 312 P. However, there were no active aerodynamics. Inside the cabin, while the two-piece seats weren’t adjustable, the pedal box could be moved.

2006 Porsche Carrera GT

The genesis of the Carrera GT can be traced back to an early-1990s Formula 1 engine, which didn’t get to race. It’d be left on the shelf for years, before Porsche fancied another crack at a Le Mans prototype season. However, rule changes –plus the money needed to fund the Cayenne’s R&D –saw the racing plan canned.

The spectacular V10 would finally be used in 2003’s Carrera GT, three years after a prototype

was shown at the Paris Motor Show. The car broke new ground – it was the firm’s first with a strong, light monocoque cabin and carbonfibre-reinforced plastic engine-support unit, with steel bracing around the screen and cabin.

The 5.7-litre V10 produced 613bhp at 8000rpm, delivered via a six-speed manual transaxle. All out you’d hit 200mph, having passed 60mph in three seconds.

2021 Ford GT

Built with the aim of crafting a cutting-edge Le Mans car, the GT broke cover to mark 50 years since the GT40 won at La Sarthe. With a teardrop profile similar to that of LMP1 cars, the GT was an aerodynamic tour de force. Although a V8 or V12 was considered, the 3.5-litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 got the nod. It was certainly powerful enough, with 647bhp700bhp depending on spec. This was mated to

a seven-speed Getrag dual-clutch gearbox. The body consisted of a carbonfibre monocoque, aluminium subframes and carbonfibre panels. A pushrod suspension system allowed more space for aerodynamics. An active rear spoiler adapted to different driving situations and downforce requirements. All out, you’d be doing 218mph, having hit 60mph in three seconds.

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2013 McLaren P1 (XP05)

The P1 was one of the ‘Holy Trinity’ hypercars that heralded the hybrid era of ultra performance, alongside the Porsche 918 and Ferrari LaFerrari. It was a bold step for McLaren, having only just returned to road-car production.

However, it was at the cutting edge of tech. For example, it used Brake Steer, which McLaren developed for the 1997 F1 season before the system was banned. It applies the

brakes to the inside-rear wheel in fast corners, which brings the nose closer to the apex. The midmounted twin-turbo 3.8-litre V8 made 717bhp.

One of 14 prototype P1s, and one of few not crashtested, XP05 was used only to test the gearbox and Bosch fuel injection. McLaren also employed it as its GTR show car at the New York Motor Show and Geneva Salon, before returning it to P1 spec.

2008 Koenigsegg CCXR Edition

The CCXR used the CCX’s solid foundations – a twinsupercharged V8 – and added the ability to run on E85 and E100 ethanol fuel. This required modified injectors, upgraded lines and piston rings, and a raised boost setting.

When run on ethanol, the standard car’s 806bhp peak power swelled to 1018bhp, with 782lb ft of torque. The Edition models were more track oriented than standard, having

stiffer springs and anti-roll bars, new dampers and a lowered chassis, plus a bare-carbon body.

This CCXR Edition is the only one in RHD out of the four built. It was ordered by the Malaysian Royal Family, but never made its destination. Instead it was looked after by Esser Automotive from new. It was imported into the UK in 2017 and sold to a collector, before joining the Octane Collection.

2020 Ferrari SP2 Monza

Along with the SP1, the SP2 marked the start of a new range of Ferraris only available to its elite-level clients – the Icona series. The programme is aimed at crafting very special cars that draw their influences from Ferrari’s unsurpassed lineage of classics, and is produced in limited numbers.

The SP2 used the 812 Superfast’s 6.5-litre F140 V12, but with a 10bhp bump to 799bhp and

torque of 530lb ft. At the time, this made it the most powerful V12 road Ferrari. The 812-based chassis was clothed in carbonfibrecomposite bodywork. The SP2 differed from the SP1 by offering two seats. It had small scissor doors, and a Ferrari-patented Virtual Windshield instead of a windscreen. The car weighed 1520kg, and could hit 60mph in 2.9 seconds, topping out at more than 186mph.

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1959 Chevrolet Corvette C1

The Corvette was hurriedly introduced as a concept on January 16, 1953. For expediency, the body was made from glassfibre and many parts were utilised from other GM models.

It was so well received, 300 production models were sold that year, and the ‘all-American sports car’ was born. The firstgeneration Corvette went through significant changes, to both its body and its engines. This car is

no. 7779 of 9670 built in 1959. All the major parts are original, apart from the engine, which has been replaced with a 327ci V8. It originally put out 275bhp, but upgraded headers puts this closer to 300bhp. Classic Corvette Club UK (CCCUK ) membership secretary Rob Tring brought it in from the US five years ago. It’s since had a respray, a leather retrim, a stainless exhaust and radial tyres, among other improvements.

1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Split-Screen Coupe

This C2 was purchased in 1963 by a Californian TWA pilot for his stewardess daughter’s 21st. Her car park pass can still be seen on the rear-view mirror.

The second owner was a British ex-pat working in California, who brought it to the UK when he returned in 1986. He had it modified to go HSCC racing. The car entered the stewardship of the current owner as

a surprise 40th birthday present from his wife, in 1996. He had all the racing mods removed, and the original 327ci/340bhp engine rebuilt to replace the 350ci V8 the Corvette had when purchased. The car was repainted in 2005 in preparation for the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where it won the Cartier Style et Luxe Spirit of America class.

1957 Chevrolet Corvette C1 ‘Fuelie’ Convertible

In 1957 the beautiful ’Vette got the performance it deserved, with an optional 283bhp 4.6-litre V8 with Rochester fuel injection and a high-lift ‘Duntov’ cam. Now Chevrolet could take the fight to the V8 Ford Thunderbird, Studebaker Speedster and Chrysler C-300; you could also get it in ready-to-race form.

The ‘Fuelie’ came at a large price premium, and only around 240 were sold. Although they were always rare, general Corvette sales increased by 83 percent for 1957. This particular Cascade Green ’57 car also has the optional four-speed manual gearbox. Following restoration in the 2000s, it was exhibited in a North Carolina car museum before being imported into the UK by the current owner.

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1966 Chevrolet Corvette C2 Sting Ray

By 1963 the Corvette was shedding its image as a boulevard cruiser. The design team and styling heads Bill Mitchell and Larry Shinoda somewhat clandestinely created the Sting Ray, developing ideas from the stillborn Stingray race car concept. Its distinctive boat-tail and unique split rear window proved to be controversial. Mitchell claimed to have

been inspired by Bugatti’s Type 57SC Atlantic for the latter design motif, while the pop-up headlamps would remain a Corvette styling feature until the end of C5 production. This 1966 example was a US show-winner in 2015. A very original car, it’s a rare ‘side pipe’ example, and its white exterior and Petroleum Blue trim are a rare combination for ’66.

1991 Chevrolet Corvette C4 ZR1

The C4 was planned for 1983, but regulatory glitches delayed the launch until ’84. Its chassis and body were all new, with a more rigid platform than any previous model. The C4 ran until 1996, by which time 358,180 had been built. Only 6939 were the ZR1 model seen here.

Then GM-owned Lotus was commissioned to develop an all-new V8. Crafted in alloy, it had 32 valves and two sets of

injectors and throttles for each cylinder. The second set was activated by a removable ‘valet key’. This unleashed 362bhp, taking the ZR1 to 60mph in around five seconds and on to 175mph.

The $65,000 price was nearly double that of an ‘ordinary’ Corvette, which ensured this fabulous mod remained a rarity. In 1993, engine revisions achieved 405bhp; 60mph could now be reached in 4.4 seconds.

1971 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray LT-1

The classic ‘Coke bottle’ C3 ran from 1968-82. It was available as both a Coupe and a Convertible up to 1975, after which it was a T-top Coupe only. The LT-1 engine option arrived in 1970, and ended in 1972 with under 5000 cars produced. It used the small-block powertrain but with a factory-fitted forged crank, transistor ignition, forged pistons and solid

lifters. It came close to the big-block’s (454ci) power figure, with 330bhp, but retained the better balance and handling of a small-block arrangement. As with many examples, this LT-1 was used on drag strips or racetracks. It is displayed by Stuart Curtis, who organises the CCCUK Nationals event at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire.

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2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5 Z06 Le Mans Edition

The C5 was built from 1996 until 2004. Convertibles and Targas were offered first, then a Coupe arrived. Power ranged from 354-405bhp. This is a limited-edition Le Mans Commemorative car with the Z06 package;

it has uprated suspension, a carbonfibre bonnet, titanium exhaust, lighter wheels (not fitted here) and striping. Just 2025 were built to mark Chevrolet’s Le Mans 1-2 class win; 325 were sold outside the US. Le Mans cars were

2019 Chevrolet Corvette C7 ZR1

Arriving in 2014, the C7 marked the end of the front-engined Corvette. The ZR1 was available to order only in 2019, the final year of the run. Available in either Coupe or Convertible form, it had a supercharged 755bhp 6.2-litre LT5 V8. It could do 60mph in 2.8 seconds and 212mph. Despite extensive use

of carbonfibre, the ZR1 was heavier than the Z06 due to extra cooling fluids. It was never officially sold to Europe, making it a rare sight.

CCCUK PR rep Nigel Dobbie ordered this ZR1 with the ZTK package, including a carbonfibre front splitter and rear wing; it also has optional competition seats.

63kg lighter than standard, and had a 405bhp LS6 V8. They hit 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds, and 175mph.

Owner Paul Watkins has had the car for nine years. It took part in the 2015 Le Mans Drivers’ Parade.

2006 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06

Introduced in 2005, the C6 was the first Corvette since 1962 without popup lights. It was a leap forward, with a fresh design, new engine, upgraded suspension, aluminium frame and carbonfibre front wings. It was also roomier, due to a lengthened wheelbase that also aided handling and ride

quality. However, it was five inches shorter overall than the C5. Various engines were offered, with the ultimate being the supercharged 638bhp 6.2-litre ZR1. Gary Garwood’s Z06 arrived in 2006 with a 505bhp naturally aspirated LS7 V8; at 7.0 litres, it was the largest-displacement small-block ever built.

2022 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Z51 Stingray

Upon its arrival in July 2019, the C8 boldly redefined the American sports car’s identity. The first mid-engined Corvette, it was also the first available in right-hand drive; 300 so-equipped cars sold

around the world within 60 hours of launch.

The Z51’s heart was its LT2 6.2-litre V8, which made 495bhp and hit 60mph in 2.9 seconds. The Z51 Performance Pack elevated this with a performance exhaust, eight-speed ’box, magnetic ride control and electronic limited-slip diff. It also added larger brakes, enhanced cooling and adjustable suspension. The car shown here belongs to Gabriela Crowther.

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1990 Ferrari F40 LM

The F40 is, for many, the ultimate supercar, even if subsequent poster-car icons are faster. However, the LM took the already stripped-back F40 aesthetic to a new level through the skills of longtime Ferrari competition preparer Michelotto. This Padova workshop was well used to the F40’s underpinnings, having worked on the 288 GTO Evoluzione project and the F40 itself. Michelotto

produced 19 cars, with the first breaking cover at the Laguna Seca IMSA round in the US. LMs would compete across the globe, and would become popular in Japan in the JGTC series. The later Competizione was prepared for Le Mans. Ten were built, two with LM nomenclature and the rest called Competizione. These latter versions upped power to 681bhp at 8100rpm, and can reach up to 228mph.

1975 Lancia Stratos HF Stradale

Lancia and Bertone left no stone unturned in the quest for performance from arguably the very first thoroughbred rally car. Marcello Gandini’s wedge design clothed a transverse 2.4-litre ‘Dino’ V6 tucked behind the cabin.

A short, 2.18-metre wheelbase and 880kg weight made the Stratos nimble and direct – and hugely successful, with 18 World Rally Championship wins and three overall

victories. While 500 roadspec cars needed to be built to homologate a competition variant, Lancia didn’t quite manage it.

One of only 492 Stratos HF Stradales built, this example was first sold to Switzerland. In 1988, an Italian collector returned it to its native land. The next Italian custodian cherished it for more than a decade before it came to the UK in 2006. Its subsequent UK owner has had it since.

1969 Maserati Ghibli Spyder

The Ghibli is one of the most seductive shapes of the 1960s, made ever more alluring in Spyder form. Just 125 drop-tops were built, and only the last 45 were 4.9-litre SS Spyders. Most were sent to the US, with just a handful remaining in Europe. The UK received a mere four right-hand-drive examples.

This particular car was sold new to Mr Matacena, owner of Caronte, which managed ferries between

Italy and Sicily. He kept it until March 1982, selling it to Antonio Alberoni. Alberoni took care of the Ghibli as if it was his baby; he kept the Campagnolo magnesium wheels and replaced them with Borrani wires. He then had the car resprayed and retrimmed to original spec. In 2020, the Spyder went to its third owner, Belgium’s Thierry Dehaeck, to complete his Citroën and Maserati collection.

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1988 Aston Martin Lagonda

William Towns’ ‘folded paper’ Lagonda caused a sensation at the 1976 London Motor Show. Only about 250 are thought to now survive. This Series IV is one of a mere 105 built between 1987-89, when production ceased. In 1988 just 33 were made, at £99,500 (the average UK house cost half that).

This car started life as a factory demonstrator, and was once owned by Aston Martin heritage specialist

Roger Bennington of the Stratton Motor Company.

It features in several books, and won its class in the Aston Martin Owners Club virtual concours during Lockdown. Later in 2021, it took part in the Top Gear Christmas special. In August 2022 it was shown in a display of ‘wedges’ at the Aston Martin Heritage Trust festival at Brooklands, parked under the wing of that other icon of the ’70s, Concorde.

1967 Lamborghini Miura P400

Chassis 3198 was the UK’s first right-hand-drive Miura, from a total of 26 made. Production number 110, it was the October 1967 London Motor Show car, presented in Royal Blue with off-white leather trim. Travel agent Thomas Cook saw the car, loved it and ordered one in Rosso Miura with black leather trim. He was flown to Milan at the expense of the Lamborghini UK importer, and he drove the car back

to the UK. He was apparently unaware that this was in fact the very same Earls Court show car that he had first seen, and that the factory had prepared it to his spec.

The Miura has been maintained by numerous specialists, including Colin Clarke, who worked on it from 2005-12. A full restoration was undertaken in 2018 by SJB Classic Cars.

The Miura’s fifth owner purchased it in May 2022.

1991 Porsche 928 S4

The 928 had an unusually long production period, from 1977-95. After winning Car of the Year in 1978 – so far the only sports car to do so – it would go through seven distinct versions. The all-aluminium V8 started life at 4.5 litres, which grew to 5.4 by the end of production. Its 50:50 weight distribution and transaxle set-up gave great high-speed cornering. This was aided by the Weissach axle

mountings, which allowed for rear-wheel toe-in when lifting off mid-corner. The 928 S4 was also fitted with a limited-slip diff, further enhancing the handling. Finished in Horizon Blue with a Light Grey and Cobalt Blue interior, this 928 has covered 86,000 miles. The owner plans to replace the hydrolastic engine mounts and upgrade the suspension from the original BOGE to Bilstein dampers.

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1971 Maserati Indy

Designed to replace both the Sebring and the first Quattroporte, the Indy was named after Maserati’s two Indy 500 victories. Styled by Vignale’s Virginio Vairo, its svelte body ensconced V8s in 4.2-, 4.7- and 4.9-litre

forms. Between 1969-75, 1104 of this 2+2 were built, with either a ZF manual ’box or Borg-Warner auto.

One of 364 4.7-litre cars, this Indy was supplied new to Geoffrey Verdon-Roe. Bronze with black leather

1973 De Tomaso Pantera GTS Group 4

This Pantera was sold new to Bobby McIntyre, son of Lord Sorn. De Tomaso’s comp team prepared it to Group 3 spec, with uprated cooling and brakes plus a larger carb. It was then further modified to Group 4, with high-compression pistons and high-lift cams among other items. It produced 450bhp, and had a 200mph-plus theoretical top speed.

The founder of the UK’s De Tomaso club acquired the car after Bobby’s death in 1988, and fitted new carbs to boost power to 490bhp.

Having done only 13,700 miles, the car has now been gently recommissioned by Romance of Rust.

trim, it could hit a quoted 164mph top speed.

Geoffrey sold the car during the 1973 fuel crisis, and it was repurchased in 2021 by his son. Restoration took place at McGrath Maserati in the early 2000s.

1970 Dodge Charger 440 R/T SE 500 Magnum

The Charger was redesigned for 1968, with ‘Coke bottle’ styling by Richard Sias. It replaced the original Charger’s fastback roof with a shape that aped that of Pontiac’s GTO. R/T stood for Road/ Track, Dodge’s highperformance package that included the 440ci Magnum V8, with an

optional 426ci Hemi. Visual cues included ‘bumble-bee’ stripes. The SE (Special Edition) had extra trim detailing. In 1970, the last of these Chargers had electric headlight covers – not pneumatic, as before. This car is one of fewer than 200 in Burnt Metallic Orange with a Gator Skin vinyl roof.

1973 Lotus Elan Sprint

Back in the 1980s, Harry Metcalfe was regularly driving a modified Lotus Elan Sprint in the C&CC National Hillclimb Championship – but the more he modified it, the more he fancied owning

a perfect road-going Elan Sprint as well. He bought this Lotus as an unfinished restoration project in 1993. A year of late nights and hard work created the car you see here. Special tweaks include

his favourite yellow/white paint, leather trim, an ultra-rare optional Elan close-ratio ’box, adjustable spring platforms, bigger Elan +2 front brake discs and a 3.55:1 diff ratio to aid motorway cruising.

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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

The Black Series was AMG’s hardcore arm, and for its third outing the team turned its attention to the R230 SL. Not only was the car turned into a hard-top, but it was significantly lighter thanks to the use of carbonfibre composite. Its turbochargers were also 12 percent larger, with the intake and exhaust systems upgraded to improve throttle response and reduce back pressure. The result was a monstrous 661bhp and 738lb ft of torque from its twinturbocharged 6.0-litre V12. First registered in the UK in September 2009, this

1989 Ferrari Testarossa

Of the 7177 Testarossas produced in 1984-91, only 438 right-hand-drive cars were made available worldwide. Just eight of those were built in yellow (six were delivered to the UK). This car is the sole one with the Crema over Chocolato trim – the other Testarossas had either black or navy blue.

This particular example was supplied new by Nigel Mansell Ferrari in 1989. The first owner was so fastidious

about it, as soon as he took delivery he stripped it apart to detail it – even down to all the mechanical parts. This car has had many features written about it, including in Cavallino magazine (issue 157). The Testarossa spent 12 months having a light mechanical and cosmetic restoration by Bell Sport & Classic. The owner then drove it from the UK to the Ferrari factory in April 2023.

example was purchased by a Hong Kong national and exported as a new car. The current owner has just acquired it, returning it to the UK. The car is believed to be one of only seven

British-supplied SL65 AMG Black Series, and among just 15 right-hand-drive models ever produced out of a global total of 350. It has covered a mere 7800 miles from new.

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2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage S

The 2005 Vantage was hugely popular, its V8 giving high-octane thrills. Then Aston Martin surprised many by putting its V12 in the confines of its smallest rear-wheel-drive car. The result was one of the firm’s most revered machines.

The S, launched in 2013, saw power grow to 565bhp and torque to 457lb ft. Lighter than the standard V12 Vantage, the model featured three-stage adaptive damping and

carbon-ceramic brakes. This car, chassis S03053, was ordered by Aston Martin Works in June 2017 as its demonstrator. It was delivered in November, in Alloro Green with Speed Yellow graphics. Today’s owner bought it in April 2018, and S03053 has been meticulously maintained by Aston Martin Works ever since. It has the rare seven-speed dogleg ’box, lightweight sports seats and titanium exhaust.

1972 The Beast

Raised from the ashes of the original Beast, built by Paul Jameson and taken over by John Dodd, this 750-1000bhp 27-litre Rolls-Royce aero-engined machine is more than a car: it’s rolling folk history. Developed by Dodd after a fire in Sweden, the car’s body was designed by Roy and Bob Phelps of Fibre Glass Repairs. It also had a GM Turbo 400 auto trans, plus a fresh engine from a Boulton Paul Balliol trainer

plane – and, of course, a Rolls-Royce-style grille. This would lead to a High Court case, with Dodd battling a copyrightinfringement claim. RollsRoyce won, but Dodd was unrepentant. Refusing to pay damages, he was sentenced to six months in prison – he escaped to Spain, taking The Beast with him. Dodd passed away in 2022, and the car is now back in the UK with a new owner.

1979 Ferrari 512 BB

When the 365 GT4 BB was updated, Ferrari renamed it in recognition of the 512 racing car. The newcomer produced 340-360bhp at 6200rpm, slightly lower than the 7000rpm of its predecessor. However, a flatter torque curve from the now 4.9-litre V12 made it easier to drive. The 512 BB also used dry-sump lubrication to avoid oil starvation in hard cornering. Other changes included a chin

spoiler to avoid front-end lift, and NACA ducts to aid exhaust and brake cooling. Twin tail-lights replaced the 365’s triples.

This example was delivered to Maranello Concessionaires in 1979, as a demo model. It is rare in Azzurro Metallizzato, which many say is one of the best Berlinetta Boxer colours. The car is Classiche Certified, and it underwent a full restoration in 2018 by a leading specialist.

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1999 Ferrari F50

Formula 1 engines in road cars are now very much the ‘in thing’, thanks to the new AMG hypercar, but Ferrari got there first nearly three decades ago with the thunderous F50. At its heart is a 4.7-litre V12 developed from the 3.5 used in the Scuderia’s 1990 641 F1 car, and adapted for the 1994 333 SP IMSA car. It produces 512bhp at 8000rpm, while 347lb ft thuds in at 6500rpm.

The carbonfibre tub

means the F50 is a relatively light 1230kg. This all adds to reality-warping performance, with 60mph flicking by in 3.8 seconds, 100mph in 8.5 seconds and a claimed 202mph. Only 349 were built, of which 302 were finished in this Rosso Corsa. Plans to take the F50 racing sadly got no further than three ‘GT’ versions. This UK example originally went to Guernsey, and has done only 9023 miles since new.

2005 Aston Martin Vanquish S

The Vanquish was both a look at the future and a fond farewell to the historic vision of Aston Martin. The last new production car built at Newport Pagnell, it was a preview of the styling and chassis direction to come.

Styled by Ian Callum, the model had an aluminium composite chassis with a carbonfibre backbone built with the assistance of Lotus. The engine was a development of the DB7

Vantage’s 5.9-litre V12. The 2004 Vanquish S lightly refreshed the looks, but there was nothing light about the performance. While the capacity stayed the same, power shot up to 520bhp from 460bhp. The Sports Dynamic Package’s optional kit came as standard, including stiffer suspension, revised steering and larger brakes. A small front splitter helped drop the drag co-efficient to 0.32 from 0.33.

1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV

The Diablo SV arrived in 1995, replacing the usual car’s four-wheel-drive system with rear-wheel drive. This being a Lamborghini, there was a serious power increase, swelling to 510bhp at 7100rpm, with 428lb ft of torque at 5900rpm.

Despite these changes, the SV was actually the cheapest Diablo. Other enhancements included extra front brake-cooling ducts, larger front brakes

and wheels, plus an adjustable rear spoiler. You also got black tail-lamp surrounds, revised fog and reversing lamps, and an engine lid similar to that of the Diablo SE30 Jota. P11 LAM was the cover star of Evo’s Future Icons feature in 2013. It is also in Evo Supercars: Behind the Wheel of the Greatest Cars ofAll Time, and Henry Catchpole drove it for the Carfection YouTube channel.

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1982 Lotus Turbo Esprit

The first Turbo Esprits came in the blue livery of Essex Petroleum, sponsor of Lotus F1 at the time. However, they soon appeared in other colours; in fact, there were two Lotus press cars in this livery of Monaco White with red decals.

One such model appeared in 007 film For Your Eyes Only – albeit only briefly, before it suffered an explosive fate and James Bond’s car was replaced with a copper-bronze model with skis attached.

The Esprit seen at the concours has undergone an extensive body restoration, but the red leather trim is original. It is a ruched style, which designer Giorgetto Giugiaro specified for the Turbo at the time, yet was not applied to many cars. It also has the rare roofmounted stereo, which was a factory option. The car’s mechanicals have been restored to factory condition, although certain aspects such as the transmission exceed the original specs.

1958 Chevrolet Corvette C1

The Corvette may be the ‘all-American sports car’, but it owes its creation to the continental tastes of General Motors styling supremo Harley Earl. He loved European roadsters, and believed there was a market for a cheaper, maximum-bangfor-your-buck sports car from America. After his Corvette prototype was first shown to the public at the January 1953 GM Motorama at New York’s

Waldorf Astoria, it was rushed into production only a matter of months later. The car wore a thennovel glassfibre body and was powered by a 150bhp six-cylinder engine.

This ’Vette is unique – it’s the only C1 in ‘root beer’ paint, and has had a £100k restoration. It comes from previous celebrity ownership, and was voted Best in Class at a California classic car event in 2020.

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1974 Porsche 911 RSR

This race-ready 1974 Porsche RSR by Tuthill was painted by a famed Chicago – but living in Los Angeles – artist called Lefty, aka Francesco Campanella. It was built to spec to race in the Peter

Auto series in Europe, in events such as Le Mans Classic and Spa Classic. It was an amazing project that came to life in 12 days. The car was purchased in Silverstone, resprayed white, serviced and flown to Los Angeles. Within those 12 days, the hand-painted artwork was completed, and the car was driven seven hours north for its launch at Monterey Car Week. Safe to say, it turned heads...

1965 Costin-Nathan Prototype

The prototype CostinNathan, no. 66-020, was built mainly in North Wales by Frank Costin in 1965. It was used for the Dorchester Hotel press debut, despite being finished only that day. This car was very competitive, setting five lap records and winning five races in its first five outings. It won the Coupes de Paris against Abarth opposition. After

the 1966 season it was acquired by Geoffrey Horsley, who kept it until his passing in 2016. It wasn’t stored well, spending 49 years in an unheated garage.

The Costin-Nathan was then acquired by a US owner, who took it to Roger Nathan for a full restoration. The car was displayed at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu for two years.

1977 Jaguar XJC

The first-generation XJ was on sale for no fewer than 24 years, with two major facelifts along the way. The 1973 Series II spawned the two-door XJC between 1975 and 1978; power came from either a 4.2-litre straightsix or a 5.3 V12. This XJC was formerly owned by Ian Callum CBE, who after a long search for a good base car, eventually found

one in France in 2014. He duly embarked on a full restoration, including conversion to RHD, and added personal design touches such as the dash, special wheels and bullet wing mirrors. The XJC has been featured at various shows and social media channels. Having enjoyed it as a daily driver, Ian passed it onto its current owner.

1961 Jaguar E-type S1 ‘Pinto’

One of Portugal’s first E-types, 3.8-litre Series 1 roadster no. 875807 was delivered in October 1961 via official importer Martins & Almeida of Lisbon and the dealer João Gaspar. Its first owner, Manuel ‘Mané’

Nogueira Pinto of Porto, belonged to a prominent racing family, and during 1962-63 he took several victories and podiums.

In subsequent years, 875807 was owned by several people in Portugal, and in 2011 it had a nut-andbolt restoration. It now looks how it raced in its heyday, with its white lipstick and open bootlid, and retains its matching-numbers engine, gearbox, diff, engine frames and trim.

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2007 TVR Scamander Amphibious

Conceived by former TVR boss Peter Wheeler to blend on- and off-road prowess, the Scamander Amphibious is perhaps the ultimate ‘wild card’.

Three seats sit beneath a sliding canopy inside an elongated body that’s half hull, half aircraft fuselage. Initially using a modest 2.0-litre engine, it later got a mid-mounted 275hp Ford V6 feeding power to

the rear through an automatic gearbox.

To compensate for the lack of four-wheel drive in a vehicle that was designed to cross moorland, Peter used tall, bespoke, 21in rims and 35in tyres. With help from Evo founder and YouTuber Harry Metcalfe, the Scamander has recently been recommissioned after 12 years lying dormant.

1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 S ‘Ponton’ Cabriolet

With its pontoon-like sides, the 220 marked the debut of Mercedes-Benz’s uni-bodies and set a new standard for structural integrity and design innovation. In 1958, the 220 S Cabriolet brought refinements such as a silken 2.2-litre inline-six with twin carbs.

1966 Iso Grifo GL350

This Grifo was ordered from concessionaire Trojan Motors by the Eton Motor Group, and arrived in the UK on June 15, 1966. Its history until 1984 is opaque, but early on it was upgraded to GL350 five-speed spec, with a 350bhp L79 engine and ZF S5-325 ’box. The original motor and trans were transplanted into the 1964 Iso Rivolta GT four-carb Earls Court Motor Show car, and

concurrently the 3.31:1 diff from that car was fitted to this Grifo. In 1984, Bill Dick, a collector of weird and wonderful cars, bought the Grifo and re-registered it on its current plate. The current owner bought it from Bill as a scruffy non-runner in 1986. He then restored the GL350 on and off, as resources would allow, and he finished the restoration last summer.

This 220 S is an original UK RHD car with under 100,000 miles on the clock and matching numbers. The previous owner bought it in the 1970s, drove it until 2012 and then laid it up in storage. It was finally recommissioned in 2019.

The current owner acquired it in September 2020, and subjected it to an extensive nut-andbolt restoration carried out by Templar Classics in Buckinghamshire.

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Fine examples of work include

1914 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost

Original Portholme body built for James Radley to the same specification as his Alpine winning Car. Brush Painted. Sympathetically restored.

1933 Rolls Royce Phantom II

Previously owned by American Actress Irene Dunne. A beautiful example of Gurney Nutting coachwork. A full no expense restoration.

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OFFICIAL PARTNERS

ADRIAN FLUX

OFFICIAL INSURANCE PARTNER

Adrian Flux is one of the UK’s leading insurance brokers for cars that are a little out of the ordinary, including classic and high-performance vehicles. Its policies are tailored to your needs and can include agreed value insurance, like-for-like cover on modifications, multi-car insurance and build-up cover for restoration projects.

www.adrianflux.co.uk

APOLLO CAPITAL

OFFICIAL FINANCE PARTNER

An experienced finance brokerage specialising in the funding of luxury, classic, super and hypercars. Recognised as the UK’s Best Specialist Car Finance Provider, the company – founded by CEO Andy King and MD David Moss – has a strong track record of delivering car-funding requirements, mainly for high-net-worth individuals, successful entrepreneurs, businesses and car collectors. www.apollocapitalgroup.co.uk

ASETEK

OFFICIAL SIMULATOR PARTNER

Since 2021, Asetek SimSports has revolutionised the SimSports market with best-in-class sim racing products for a realistic racing experience. Committed to a realistic, immersive experience, its plug-and-play, premium-quality products create a complete, user-friendly SimSports ecosystem, making professional-level racing accessible to all enthusiasts. www.asetek.com/simsports

DRIVERS UNION

OFFICIAL SUPERCAR PARTNER

Founded in 2012, the Drivers Union is an exclusive multi-marque supercar club. Membership is open to owners of Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren and selected models from other marques. It organises coffee mornings, group drive-outs, supercar lunches, dealer visits, discounts on services and much more.

www.thedriversunion.com

SEARCYS

OFFICIAL EVENT CATERING PARTNER

Offering a taste of indulgence since 1847, Searcys has been at the heart of British hospitality for over 175 years. As the official catering partner to the London Concours, we are delighted to offer you a warm Searcys welcome today. Join us at our Champagne Bars, brasseries and venues throughout the year – the most delicious way to discover London and beyond.

www.searcys.co.uk

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VEUVE CLICQUOT

OFFICIAL CHAMPAGNE PARTNER

Founded in 1772 in Reims, France, Champagne house Veuve Clicquot colours life with audacity. More than Champagne, Veuve Clicquot is an attitude that sparkles with joie de vivre, embodied by the House’s signature sunburst-yellow colour. Madame Clicquot, the audaciously innovative woman known as la grande dame of Champagne, took the reins of the House in 1805, and adopted “only one quality, the finest” as her motto. Veuve Clicquot spreads delight through its remarkable Champagne range, including the iconic Yellow Label, and its joyful experiences around the world. www.veuveclicquot.com

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CALLUM

SPECIALIST MANUFACTURER

CALLUM is a dynamic British design and engineering house, creating and crafting bespoke products and services. Its integrated solutions span a multitude of fields, from automotive through to lifestyle and travel. Collaboration is at the absolute heart of its business. It combines progressive design and engineering that pushes boundaries. www.callumdesigns.com

DEVINCI CARS

SPECIALIST DEALER

Devinci Cars is a unique and timeless experience. Handmade in France, its 100 percent electric cars combine French elegance, singularity and a connection with nature. Genuine sculpture embodying freedom, pleasure and ecology. Its creations celebrate automotive history while providing an unparalleled sense of independence and new connection with the world around you. devinci-cars.com/en/

EMM LONDON PRIVATE OFFICE

PRIVATE OFFICE FOR CAR COLLECTORS AND INVESTORS

EMM London is a specialist boutique private office dedicated to providing a suite of tailored services to blue-chip classic and supercar collectors. Typically EMM London’s clients are a blend of UHNW collectors and enthusiasts, private banks, single and multi-family offices, wealth managers and VIPs across the globe. EMM London operates with maximum discretion, deep under the radar in the C2C market (collector to collector) where more than 70 percent of the world’s collector cars live away from brokers, dealers and auctions. www.emm.london

HILTON & MOSS

SPECIALIST DEALER

Hilton & Moss provides an exclusive service specialising in restoring, servicing, selling and storing luxury vehicles for clients around the world. It works closely with customers to consistently deliver quality. Hilton & Moss is founded on a pure passion for classic cars, and the comprehensive resources of the Hilton Group, based at its state-of-the-art facility in Bishop’s Stortford. Its aim is to achieve perfection and offer unrivalled levels of customer service. www.hiltonandmoss.com

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JAGUAR

PRESENTING PARTNER TO THE E-TYPE FEATURE

Jaguar will transform into an all-EV luxury brand by 2025, with uniquely expressive vehicles defined by pioneering tech and visionary design. It is already on the journey to electrification, with a curated range of electric-hybrid and fully electric models. Today’s range comprises the I-PACE all-electric performance SUV, F-PACE performance SUV, E-PACE compact performance SUV, XE and XF saloons, XF Sportbrake and F-TYPE sports car. Designed and engineered in the UK and sold in 117 countries. www.jaguar.co.uk

KOENIGSEGG LONDON

ENHANCED SPECIALIST DEALER

Koenigsegg London is the UK’s official dedicated sales and aftersales centre, and the newest authorised dealer, in the Koenigsegg dealer network. Represented by a team of dedicated and experienced professionals, Koenigsegg London is committed to delivering an unparalleled level of client engagement from the heart of the nation’s capital. www.koenigsegglondon.com

LOTUS

AUTOMOTIVE DEALER

Lotus has defined automotive innovation for generations of car enthusiasts. But the real journey is only just starting. Lotus is continuing to set new standards in automotive excellence with the electric hyper-SUV, Eletre; the reinvented supercar, Emira; the hyper-GT and latest addition, Emeya; and the most powerful series production car, Evija. www.lotuscars.com/en-GB

MCLAREN LONDON

AUTOMOTIVE DEALER

McLaren London, located in Knightsbridge, opened in 2011 to become the first McLaren Automotive retailer globally. As we approach our 13th anniversary, we see a production line-up filled with superlight engineering, extreme power and race-honed agility. 2024 sees the full force of McLaren, pouring every drop of expertise into its supercars giving you the most thrilling drive imaginable. Discover the next-generation Artura, benchmark-beating 750S and agile GT with McLaren London. www.jardinemotors.co.uk/mclaren

NICHOLAS MEE

ENHANCED SPECIALIST DEALER

Nicholas Mee is a globally recognised Aston Martin specialist dealer, established back in 1993. From award-winning Hertfordshire facilities, its services include all aspects of assistance for Aston Martin owners, incorporating car sales and acquisition, servicing and maintenance, rebuilds, upgrades, restorations and more. It is also a parts stockists of genuine Aston Martin parts. Visit its leading website for further information. www.nicholasmee.co.uk

RETROELECTRIC

SPECIALIST DEALER

Retroelectric transforms iconic 1960s and 1970s cars, preserving their timeless design and driving charm while reimagining them with electric motors, luxurious interiors, improved performance and choice upgrades. Its company ethos merges automotive elegance with modern technology for a stunning result. www.retroelectrics.co.uk

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THE CHESIL MOTOR COMPANY

SPECIALIST DEALER

The Chesil Speedster blends traditional 1950s styling with hand-crafted build quality and bespoke finishing, to create a class-leading icon. Powered by flat-four air-cooled engines with an unique exhaust thrum, or a whisper-quiet EV powertrain, together with the instantly recognisable silhouette, the Chesil Speedster turns heads wherever it goes. chesil.co.uk

THEON DESIGN

SPECIALIST DEALER

Theon Design builds bespoke commissions based on the Porsche 911 (964). Operating from a facility in the heart of the UK’s ‘Motorsport Valley’, Theon Design is driven by a desire to build the perfect air-cooled Porsche, combining the aesthetics and analogue driver involvement of a classic with modern comfort, driveability and performance.

www.theondesign.com

THORNTON HUNDRED

ENHANCED SPECIALIST DEALER

Thornton Hundred engineers bespoke motorcycles in the heart of ‘Motorsport Valley’. With meticulous attention to detail, it has become a cornerstone of the UK’s motorbike industry since 2016. Founder Jody Millhouse has led the charge by reimagining Bobbers with a focus on quality and precision. Its innovations include the world’s fastest Triumph Bobber, and a 400bhp supercharged drift bike. With over 600,000 social media followers, and features in GQ and leading motorcycle publications, Thornton Hundred has garnered widespread acclaim. From design to delivery, its dedicated team ensures a personalised experience, making dreams a reality. www.thorntonhundredmotorcycles.co.uk

TURNER CLASSICS

SPECIALIST DEALER

Turner Classics was set up with the customer in mind, and it offers every part of the restoration process in-house to the highest standards. It works alongside its customers to achieve their ultimate goal, whether diagnosing a small problem, carrying out an annual service or completing a total nut-and-bolt restoration to a concours standard. Its highly skilled team of technicians and craftspeople are on hand to discuss ongoing projects. www.turnerclassics.co.uk

LUXURY PARTNERS

ANDERSEN EV

LUXURY PARTNER

Andersen EV is the UK’s designer electric vehicle-charging brand. Offering more than 240 colour combinations and complete with smart-charging capabilities, both the Andersen A2 and A3 charge points are fit for any home. www.andersen-ev.com

AN-Y1

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LUXURY PARTNER

Introducing AN-Y1, a contemporary sports luxe designer clothing brand born in Monaco, created in London. Inspired by the iconic world of motor sport and Gulf Oil’s signature colour palette. AN-Y1’s collection offers a versatile wardrobe of racer silk jumpsuits, soft cashmere and unisex leather jackets. Fashioned in premium fabrics and designed to make a statement. www.AN-Y1.com

BALTIC WATCHES

LUXURY PARTNER

BALTIC is a young watchmaking brand founded in 2017. Based in Paris, it produces a range of neo-vintage timepieces, featuring chronographs, divers, dress and sports watches. A dynamic brand, having recently opened in London and soon in New York, BALTIC is deeply passionate about racing, being Official Timekeeper to Tour Auto. www.baltic-watches.com

CALLEIJA

LUXURY PARTNER

Calleija is renowned for creating beautiful bespoke jewellery with mesmerising details and exceptional craftsmanship. Calleija is especially proud to be an Argyle Pink Diamonds Icon Partner™. To be entrusted with the very last Argyle Pink Diamonds™, the rarest and most beautiful gems on earth, is an incredible honour. www.calleija.com

CHARABANC

LUXURY PARTNER

Charabanc, the world’s first luxury car fragrance brand, combines the best of British engineering and high-end perfumery. Crafted entirely by hand and with fragrances inspired by the world’s most iconic drives, Charabanc is available in a classic gift set range of five classic motoring colours – Racing Green, London Tan, Orient Black, Signal Red and Midnight Blue – as well as the latest Superleggera model. www.charabanc.com

COOLER KING E BIKES

LUXURY PARTNER

Cooler King is the British premium electric bicycle brand, which has been making electric dreams come true since 2018. Creating low-volume runs for a very special clientele, it prides itself in providing the best-quality design and service attainable, while staying well within most riders’ budget. If you don’t know Cooler King by now, you’re in for a surprise. www.cooler.bike

DE BEERS

LUXURY PARTNER

Founded in London, with a flagship store on Old Bond Street and a presence in the most exclusive locations around the world, De Beers Jewellers is the pinnacle of luxury diamond jewellery. Building on De Beers’ 130 years of expertise, the House glorifies the world’s most beautiful diamonds through creativity and craftsmanship in bold, distinctive designs. www.debeers.co.uk/en-gb/home

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ICONIC AUCTIONEERS

LUXURY PARTNER

Iconic Auctioneers is the UK’s live classic car auction market leader, specialising in the sale of classic and collectors’ cars, modern and historic motorcycles, as well as automobilia and collectables. It holds auctions at some of Europe’s biggest motoring events, and is delighted to be conducting a luxury lifestyle auction at the London Concours on Wednesday June 5, at 5:30pm. Featuring a stunning collection of cars, motorcycles, automobilia, art, jewellery, handbags and watches, the auction promises to be something truly exceptional.

www.iconicauctioneers.com/london-concours-sale

INTAPP

LUXURY PARTNER

Professional and financial services firms turn knowledge into value. Intapp securely connects that knowledge, making vital firm intelligence easy to find, understand and translate into decisive action. Intapp helps firms accelerate the flow of information across the business, activating expertise and sparking innovation. Intelligence applied. Opportunity multiplied. www.intapp.com

HALFSCALE CARS

LUXURY PARTNER

Located in the south of the UK, Halfscale Cars offers bespoke motorised halfscale classics available to order in your choice of body and trim colours. Launched back in 2013, it has quickly established itself as the benchmark for producing the world’s finest child’s car. Adored worldwide by avid collectors and enthusiasts, its petrol, pedal and electric junior cars pay homage to racing legends and car icons. www.halfscalecars.co.uk

JIM & TONIC

LUXURY PARTNER

Jim & Tonic is East London’s sustainable urban distillery. It believes that craftsmanship, sustainability and high-quality spirits should go hand in hand – a belief that has led to its products being officially awarded as some of the best in the world. Don’t just take Jim & Tonic’s word for it – visit its bar and try its delicious perfect serves. www.jimandtonic.com

LONDON LUXURY CHAUFFEURING

LUXURY PARTNER

LLC Cars offers unparalleled luxury with high-end chauffeuring services, private jet charters and exclusive luxury concierge services. Experience the thrill of driving world-class vehicles, relax in opulent comfort and enjoy personalised assistance for all your needs. Elevate every moment with London Luxury Chauffeuring. www.llccars.co.uk

PARTNERS

LUCA FALONI

LUXURY PARTNER

Luca Faloni epitomises luxury Italian fashion, aspiring to craft impeccable, timeless wardrobes characterised by exceptional quality and classic style designed to last. Each design, meticulously fashioned from superior natural materials including cashmere, linen, cotton and leather, reflects the artistry of regional Italian artisans with generations of expertise. Operating solely through e-commerce and owned stores worldwide, Luca Faloni offers unparalleled luxury with inherent value. lucafaloni.com

MIDDLETON PRIVATE CAPITAL

LUXURY PARTNER

With offices located in London and Nottinghamshire, Middleton Private Capital offers investment and wealth-management services throughout the UK, underpinned by 39 years of experience in the investment-management industry. Drive your investment goals forward with its bespoke portfolios and advisory services, producing superior performance by being different from the majority.

www.middletonprivatecapital.co.uk

NELLCOTE LTD

LUXURY PARTNER

‘Building lasting partnerships for a secure future.’ Nellcote Ltd is an experienced CREST-accredited Cyber Security organisation with significant expertise over the entire technology landscape. It believes the answer to security doesn’t always live within the latest product or technology, but rather, in the foundations of Information Security. www.nellcote.co.uk

SAM BROWN LONDON

LUXURY PARTNER

Sam Brown creates custom-made leather belts and bags that incorporate the best of contemporary British design with old-fashioned values of honest quality and personal service. www.sambrownlondon.com

SIRPLUS

LUXURY PARTNER

SIRPLUS was born on a market stall, and it has stayed true to its roots ever since, creating quality menswear from surplus fabrics. Over the past decade, it has cultivated a full range of functional wardrobe staples for men.

www.sirplus.co.uk

SOHO STREET COCKTAILS

LUXURY PARTNER

Soho Street Cocktails makes award-winning classic cocktails the way they were intended, following the same recipes of the geniuses that invented them, and using only the purest, freshest, tastiest ingredients – just like they did. Its aim is to produce pre-batched craft drinks that bars and retailers are proud to serve and consumers really want to drink.

www.sohostreetcocktails.com

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THE CAR CROWD

INVESTMENT SPECIALIST

The Car Crowd is a classic car investment platform dedicated to unlocking one of the fastest-growing and highest-returning alternative asset classes for investors across the globe. Its experienced curation team uses an in-house data-analytics tool to identify and source cars with powerful investment cases. The Car Crowd’s asset-selection algorithm has curated a portfolio of more than 30 investment vehicles as well as two successful exits; creating over 35 percent Gross Annualised Returns for its investors. The Car Crowd platform and its team are available to individuals, collectors and savvy investors seeking access to the world’s most rare and collectable vehicles. www.thecarcrowd.uk

WAUD WINES

LUXURY PARTNER

Waud Wines take pride in sourcing an exceptional selection of wines from around the globe. Their expertise also extends to investment wines, organising wine tours, hosting exclusive events and arranging corporate gifting. They have a passion for wine appreciation and investment alike – join them in discovering the world of fine wines. www.waudwines.com

MEDIA PARTNERS

CLASSIC & SPORTS CAR

OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER

Classic & Sports Car is Britain’s best-selling classic car magazine, and the undisputed authority for anyone buying, owning, selling, maintaining or even just dreaming about classic cars. www.classicandsportscar.com

IMPERIUM

OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER

IMPERIUM is more than a magazine – it’s a beautiful and easy-to-read story-telling platform. Its creator and its trained writers and editors know who their readers are, what they like and what they want, so every word, sentence and advertisement in IMPERIUM has a purpose. www.theimperium.life

MAGNETO

OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER

The award-winning quarterly magazine that has taken the collector car world by storm with its in-depth features and stunning design. Magneto is all about the greatest cars, and the people and stories that surround those cars – whether it’s Bugatti in the 1930s or McLaren in the 21st century.

Single copies and subscriptions are available to buy online. Don’t miss out! www.magnetomagazine.com

Bramley Motor Cars

1971 Aston Martin DB6 MKII Vantage. Winchester Blue over Connolly Autolux Parchment Hide. 69,500 Miles. Extensive restoration by Aston Martin Works and 1 of just 62 factory Vantage cars. £399,850

2023/72 Porsche 992 GT3. PTS Forest Green Metallic with a Black Leather and Race-Tex interior. Front Axle Lift System, Porsche Ceramic Brakes, BOSE Sound System +++. 2,018 Miles.

1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage X-Pack. York Red over Champagne Hide with contrasting House of Lords Red seat piping. 595 Miles. Fully Restored by R.S. Williams Ltd including 5.7 Litre specification engine. £399,850

2018/18 Porsche 991.2 GT3 RS. White with a Black Leather and Race-Tex interior. Clubsport Package, Front Axle Lift System, Porsche Ceramic Brakes, BOSE Sound System +++. 27,624 Miles.

1970 Aston Martin DB6 MK1 Saloon. Tudor Grey over Bordeaux Hide. 55,137 Miles. Fully restored via Nicholas Mee with an uprated 4.2 Litre engine by R.S. Williams Ltd. £424,850

1 Owner From New. 4,560 Miles.

2023/23 BMW

2019 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. Hyper Red over Black Leather with contrasting red stitching. 8,761 Miles. High specification example and in wonderful condition, still covered under AM warranty. £79,850

2024/24 BMW Alpina B5 GT Touring. Special Order Verde British over a Lavalina Cognac Hide Package 2 interior. Fantastic Optional Specification. 1,000 Miles. £179,850

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2004/54 Ferrari 575M Manual. Nero over Nero Leather. 24,844 Miles. £184,850

2023/23 Aston Martin DBX 707. Lightening Silver over Onyx Black leather. £164,850

Imola Grey over a Black Leather interior. 16,030 Miles. £129,850

Grigio Silverstone over a Charcoal and Nero Alcantara interior. 1 Owner From New. 4,560 Miles. £369,850

2023/72 Porsche 992 GT3.

Forest Green Metallic with a Black Leather and Race-Tex interior. Front Axle Lift System, Porsche Ceramic Brakes, BOSE Sound System +++. 2,018 Miles. £189,850

2023/23 Aston Martin DBX 707. Lightening Silver over Onyx Black leather. 1,000 Miles. £164,850

2022/71 BMW M8 Competition. Marina Bay Blue with Silverstone and Black Merino Hide. 7,386 Miles. £77,850

2013/13 Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster. Imola Grey over a Black Leather interior.

2015/15 Ferrari 458 Speciale. Grigio Silverstone over a Charcoal and Nero Alcantara interior.

Alpina B3 Touring. Alpina Green over a Oyster Vernasca Leather interior. 3,950 Miles. £81,850