Chef, specialist preview The Amelia's 30th anniversary festivities

Chef Zane Nesbitt and car specialist Ramsey Potts offered a preview of The Amelia's 30th anniversary (March 5-8 at Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island) on a local morning show, building on the recent announcement of honoree Dario Franchitti and the Concours d'Elegance's shift to Saturday, March 7.

Following the announcement of four-time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti as 2026 honoree and a new schedule with the centerpiece Concours d’Elegance on Saturday, March 7, preparations are advancing for the 30th anniversary of The Amelia—formerly the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.

Ritz-Carlton Executive Sous Chef Zane Nesbitt and car specialist Ramsey Potts appeared on a local morning show to highlight the event's focus on speed, style, and automotive history. They shared glimpses of the festivities, blending culinary elements with vintage car displays during the March 5-8 gathering at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island.

This milestone edition draws regional enthusiasts, continuing traditions like the 8 Flags Road Tour, auctions, and Cars & Caffeine, while emphasizing community ties on Amelia Island.

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Record sales and historic winners mark 31st Amelia Island Concours

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The 31st Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance drew collectors and enthusiasts to northeast Florida in March 2026, featuring over 250 historic cars and record-breaking auctions totaling more than $180 million. A 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider sold for $16,505,000, the week's top price, while a 1931 Duesenberg Model J took Best of Show Concours d’Elegance. Clear weather and diverse events, including a Porsche reunion and L88 Corvette class, enhanced the weekend's appeal.

The Amelia, formerly known as the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, has announced Dario Franchitti MBE as its 2026 honoree and revealed a new weekend schedule for the event. The centerpiece Concours d’Elegance will shift to Saturday, March 7, from its traditional Sunday slot. The four-time IndyCar champion and three-time Indy 500 winner will be celebrated during the March 5-8 gathering on Amelia Island.

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Northeast Florida's premier car show, The Amelia Concours d'Elegance, is set for March 5-8, 2026, marking its 31st year with over 250 historic vehicles and live auctions. The event will honor four-time Indy 500 champion Dario Franchitti and feature rare collector cars, including two historic Miller race cars. Organizers expect around 25,000 attendees from over 12 countries.

The 2026 Cavallino Classic marked its 35th anniversary by bringing together the event's two best in show winners and a group of past champions. Held in Palm Beach, the gathering highlighted Ferrari heritage through interactions with key figures like Luigi Chinetti Jr. The event underscored the people and stories behind the marque's history.

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Audrain Motorsport is turning its Veteran Car Tour into a full weekend event in May 2026, focusing on rare brass-era vehicles in Newport and Bristol, Rhode Island. Collectors from New England and the United States will showcase historically significant cars seldom seen outside private collections. The expansion highlights the region's motoring heritage through scenic drives and social gatherings.

The second edition of The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance concluded in Udaipur, India, with a 1939 Bentley 4¼ Litre Drophead Coupé winning best of show for its royal provenance and preservation. Held over three days in February 2026 at The Oberoi Udaivilas, the event showcased nearly 100 classic vehicles and motorcycles, drawing collectors, historians, and members of Indian royal families. Highlights included a new scenic tour and partnerships with BMW and Rolls-Royce.

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The Oberoi Group's second Concours d'Elegance 2026 has concluded at The Oberoi Udaivilas in Udaipur, celebrating India's motoring heritage with a showcase of vintage and classic automobiles from global origins and various eras. The event featured a new Tour d'Elegance, renowned judges including Sandra Button, Manvendra Singh, Himanshu Kumarsinhji, and Gaj Singh, and drew collectors, historians, and enthusiasts.

 

 

 

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