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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.
A fleet of twelve high-end supercars from Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren and Rolls-Royce lined Hastings Street on Saturday to preview the 2026 Noosa Concours d’Elegance. The display introduced the “Supercar Circle”, a new addition debuting on July 18. Organisers curated the event to blend classic and modern vehicles while supporting local charity.
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Bugatti has restored an early development prototype of the Veyron Super Sport to its original factory condition. The hypercar, linked to the model that set a production-car speed record of 431kmph, underwent the work at the company's headquarters in Molsheim, France.
The Saratoga Automobile Museum in Saratoga Springs, New York, will host an exhibition celebrating 140 years of Mercedes-Benz from May 4 to October 25, 2026. Titled 'Mercedes-Benz 1886-2026,' the display will feature iconic vehicles and explore the brand's history through key innovators. An accompanying art exhibit by Lyn Hiner will complement the automotive showcase.
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Amid surging collector values for the 'Rambo Lambo,' a low-mileage 1990 Lamborghini LM002—one of only 60 U.S.-spec examples—is up for auction on Bring a Trailer. Located in San Diego with 17,000 miles, it features the Countach-derived 5.2-liter V12 and full four-wheel drive.
A 1956 Cadillac Series 62 coupe in barn-find condition has emerged for sale at $2,900, presenting collectors with a restoration project from Cadillac's mid-century luxury era. The two-door vehicle shows 64,418 miles, though the actual mileage is unknown, and retains many original features despite significant wear. Its distinctive styling and mechanical components highlight the brand's emphasis on bold design during the 1950s.
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The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles is auctioning five historic hot rods, including four past winners of the America’s Most Beautiful Roadster award, at the Mecum Glendale event in 2026. The vehicles, displayed at the museum, represent key moments in hot rod evolution and will go on the block on March 20. This sale offers collectors a chance to acquire pieces of automotive craftsmanship from the 1980s to 2010s.
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