22/05/2026
There are special places, where the heartbeat and the roar of the engines are in perfect harmony. Vintage cars, private gardens, old money atmosphere... and a guest list that isn't loud but very well connected. It's not about showing off. It's about taste, heritage, and quiet luxury. The kind of event where everything feels... intentional.
It's called Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este on Lake Como, Italy.
Set against the shores of Lake Como, the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este is one of the most prestigious historic car events in the world, with nearly a century of heritage. More than a concours, it is a highly selective gathering where rare and legendary automobiles are presented as works of art, judged on originality, historical significance and timeless design.
Villa d'Este returned to Lake Como with one of the year's most exclusive collections of collector cars, bringing together 54 rare automobiles from 13 countries. This year's field ranged from a 1937 BMW roadster to a 1986 Ferrari supercar, alongside prewar rarities, modern hypercars, and future-facing concepts. This Concorso is the best car show in the world-not just for BMW people, for anyone who loves cars. A 1937 BMW 328 taking Best of Show. A Lamborghini Miura SV. A Ferrari 250 GT Zagato. A 1100-mile journey from the UK to Lake Como, Andrew Bagley's Ferrari 275 GTB, A new ALPINA world premiere. original Zonda C12 S 7.0, the famous prototype Veyron 16.4, a CLK GTR Strassenversion, the first customer delivered Bugatti EB110 and the only privately owned Volkswagen W12 Nardo Concept, All of it on the shores of Lake Como, at one of the most beautiful properties in Europe.
Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este once again proved to be a resounding success, drawing enthusiasts from all over the world and across generations to the event. From young admirers to seasoned collectors, the passion for automotive excellence showed no age, uniting a diverse crowd in front of some of the finest four-wheeled masterpieces ever built. A timeless celebration where design, heritage and emotion came together on the shores of Lake Como.
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Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este