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<\/a>Eight finalists<\/h2>\n1935 Duesenberg Model J Speedster<\/h3>\n
Included among the finalists is a 1935 Duesenberg Model J Speedster that won the coveted 2023 Best of Show award at the Concorso d\u2019Eleganza Villa d\u2019Este<\/a>. Of the 481 Duesenberg Model Js produced, only 38 were supercharged; just 30 chassis were delivered to European coachbuilders, and only one of them \u2013 this particular car \u2013 went to Gurney Nutting. Equipped with a supercharged engine and a 153\u00bd-inch-long wheelbase chassis, this one-of-a-kind SJ was ordered by Maharajah Holkar of Indore, who was just 28 at the time.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0003.jpg\")
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<\/a><\/p>\n1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne<\/h3>\n
Another standout selection in the running this year, a 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne, was selected as Best of Show 2023 at The Amelia<\/a>; previously, it also won the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance.<\/a> First displayed in 1935 at the Lyon Fair and at the Concours d\u2019Elegance at the Place Bellecour, the Aerodyne was considered avant-garde even in an era of progressive design. With its two-tone paint, wraparound pontoon fenders, low-faired-in headlights, high beltline, skirted rear fenders, and automated retractable roof, it is today recognized as an Art Deco masterpiece. In total, 28 C25s were produced, including six Aerodynes. It is believed that only four such cars survive today.<\/p>\n1937 Bugatti 57S Roadster<\/h3>\n
The only Bugatti in this year\u2019s finalist group, a 1937 Bugatti 57S Roadster with coachwork by Corsica was awarded Best of Show at the 2023 Salon Priv\u00e9.<\/a> In 1969, when engineer William Turnbull became the car\u2019s fifth owner, he discovered during restoration that the chassis was not a standard 57S; rather, it had the same specifications as the Grand Prix cars. Since just one of these racing cars is known to exist, it is believed to be the missing \u201cTank\u201d chassis from the 1936 Grand Prix Team.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0001.jpg\")
<\/a>1937 Bugatti Type 57S Corsica body<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0008.jpg\")
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1937 Bentley 4.25-litre Rothschild Sedanca Coup\u00e9<\/h3>\n
Also included among the finalists is a 1937 Bentley 4.25-litre Rothschild Sedanca Coup\u00e9, which won Best of Show at the 2023 Goodwood Cartier Style et Luxe Concours of Elegance<\/a>. Originally commissioned in 1936 by La Comtesse Yvonne Lydia Cahen d\u2019Anvers, Madame de Rothschild, it was designed by Gurney Nutting\u2019s newly appointed designer, the 23-year-old John Blatchley \u2013 who was presented at the Derby factory with a chassis build card marked \u201cRothschild,\u201d and tasked with interpreting the commission. He submitted his drawings to the Countess, who delightedly approved them; the resulting design took nearly a year to build.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0015.jpg\")
<\/a>1937 Bentley 4.25 Rothschild Sedanca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0016.jpg\")
<\/a>1937 Bentley 4.25 Rothschild Sedanca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Spezial Roadster<\/h3>\n
The next finalist, the 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Spezial Roadster, won Best of Show 2023 at the Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance. According to a copy of the original Kommission document, the car was ordered for King Mohammad Zahir Shah of Afghanistan in May 1937 and was delivered to him in Kabul that September. At the outbreak of World War II, the car was sent to France and stored at the Afghanistan Embassy in Paris, where it remained until 1948. The king then gave it to his son-in-law, who brought it to England in 1950 and drove it only occasionally in London until 1952.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0012.jpg\")
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1953 Ferrari 250 MM Berlinetta<\/h3>\n
Three iconic Italian mainstays are also included on this year\u2019s list of contenders. The first, a 1953 Ferrari 250 MM Berlinetta, was deemed Best of Show at the 2023 Cavallino Classic<\/a>. In 1953, the car was driven in the Mille Miglia by Count Bruno Sterzi, as well as in other races such as the 12-hour Pescara and the Coppa d\u2019Oro delle Dolomiti. Later, the car was modified with a split windshield, rear window vents, roll-down windows, a central single hood latch, and chromed stripes below the doors before being returned to its original configuration by the current owner.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0007.jpg\")
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1955 Maserati A6GCS\/53 Spyder<\/h3>\n
Also in the running is the, which won Best of Show 2023 at Concours of Elegance Hampton Court Palace<\/a>. The car is one of only three Maserati A6GCS\/53 Spyders coach built by Pietro Frua. In 1960, after coming into the possession of its first U.S. owner, Jack Eubank, it was shown at numerous concours in California, including Pebble Beach in 1964.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Best-of-the-Best-0005.jpg\")
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<\/a><\/p>\n1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica \u201cSuperfast\u201d Coup\u00e9<\/h3>\n
The final 2023 contender is the, Best of Show winner at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering 2023. With a one-off body by Pinin Farina sporting futuristic tailfins, and a bespoke 4.9-liter V-12 engine with twin-ignition and 24 spark-plugs \u2013 which was developed by Aurelio Lampredi for the long-distance Ferrari racing 410 Sport, it was the original “Superfast” and was one of the fastest grand touring cars of its time.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nThe judges<\/h2>\n
Judges for The Peninsula Classics 2023 Best of the Best Award include numerous automotive design luminaries, such as former Design Director for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ian Cameron, Ferrari Chief Design Director Flavio Manzoni, Mercedes-Benz Design Director Gorden Wagener, previous Chief of Design at BMW Chris Bangle, and venerable designers Fabio Filippini and Peter Brock. The judge panel also includes royal and celebrity motorsport enthusiasts such as HRH Prince Michael of Kent, His Highness Rana Manvendra Singh of Barwani, fashion icon Ralph Lauren, renowned architect Peter Marino, and acclaimed late-night television host Jay Leno.<\/p>\n
About The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award<\/h2>\n
Through a shared desire to celebrate the best of what defines the automotive world, The Hon. Sir Michael Kadoorie, Chairman of The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, launched The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award in 2015 with co-founders William E. (Chip) Connor, Bruce Meyer and Christian Philippsen. Each founder shares a common passion and appreciation of fine motor cars, the preservation of their heritage and immaculate restoration projects. The award, sponsored by The Peninsula Hotels, brings together the Concours circuits\u2019 elite \u2018Best of Show\u2019 winners from around the globe.<\/p>\n
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Only the best, please The Peninsula, whose global brand has epitomized glamour and luxury for generations, has announced the eight finalists that will vie for its prestigious automotive honor, The Peninsula Classics 2023 Best of the Best Award. Hosted this year on 3 September 2024 at The Peninsula London, the awards program celebrates the world\u2019s most exceptional classic cars. All eight selected contenders were winners of the highest awards at major 2023 concours events. Eight finalists 1935 Duesenberg Model J […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":75,"featured_media":863926,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[260,17565,16932],"tags":[457,432,16912],"class_list":["post-858757","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-events","category-concours-events","category-festivals-shows","tag-amelia-island-concours","tag-events","tag-events-concours"],"yoast_head":"\n
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Another standout selection in the running this year, a 1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne, was selected as Best of Show 2023 at The Amelia<\/a>; previously, it also won the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance.<\/a> First displayed in 1935 at the Lyon Fair and at the Concours d\u2019Elegance at the Place Bellecour, the Aerodyne was considered avant-garde even in an era of progressive design. With its two-tone paint, wraparound pontoon fenders, low-faired-in headlights, high beltline, skirted rear fenders, and automated retractable roof, it is today recognized as an Art Deco masterpiece. In total, 28 C25s were produced, including six Aerodynes. It is believed that only four such cars survive today.<\/p>\n The only Bugatti in this year\u2019s finalist group, a 1937 Bugatti 57S Roadster with coachwork by Corsica was awarded Best of Show at the 2023 Salon Priv\u00e9.<\/a> In 1969, when engineer William Turnbull became the car\u2019s fifth owner, he discovered during restoration that the chassis was not a standard 57S; rather, it had the same specifications as the Grand Prix cars. Since just one of these racing cars is known to exist, it is believed to be the missing \u201cTank\u201d chassis from the 1936 Grand Prix Team.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Also included among the finalists is a 1937 Bentley 4.25-litre Rothschild Sedanca Coup\u00e9, which won Best of Show at the 2023 Goodwood Cartier Style et Luxe Concours of Elegance<\/a>. Originally commissioned in 1936 by La Comtesse Yvonne Lydia Cahen d\u2019Anvers, Madame de Rothschild, it was designed by Gurney Nutting\u2019s newly appointed designer, the 23-year-old John Blatchley \u2013 who was presented at the Derby factory with a chassis build card marked \u201cRothschild,\u201d and tasked with interpreting the commission. He submitted his drawings to the Countess, who delightedly approved them; the resulting design took nearly a year to build.<\/p>\n The next finalist, the 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Spezial Roadster, won Best of Show 2023 at the Pebble Beach Concours d\u2019Elegance. According to a copy of the original Kommission document, the car was ordered for King Mohammad Zahir Shah of Afghanistan in May 1937 and was delivered to him in Kabul that September. At the outbreak of World War II, the car was sent to France and stored at the Afghanistan Embassy in Paris, where it remained until 1948. The king then gave it to his son-in-law, who brought it to England in 1950 and drove it only occasionally in London until 1952. <\/p>\n Three iconic Italian mainstays are also included on this year\u2019s list of contenders. The first, a 1953 Ferrari 250 MM Berlinetta, was deemed Best of Show at the 2023 Cavallino Classic<\/a>. In 1953, the car was driven in the Mille Miglia by Count Bruno Sterzi, as well as in other races such as the 12-hour Pescara and the Coppa d\u2019Oro delle Dolomiti. Later, the car was modified with a split windshield, rear window vents, roll-down windows, a central single hood latch, and chromed stripes below the doors before being returned to its original configuration by the current owner. <\/p>\n Also in the running is the, which won Best of Show 2023 at Concours of Elegance Hampton Court Palace<\/a>. The car is one of only three Maserati A6GCS\/53 Spyders coach built by Pietro Frua. In 1960, after coming into the possession of its first U.S. owner, Jack Eubank, it was shown at numerous concours in California, including Pebble Beach in 1964.<\/p>\n The final 2023 contender is the, Best of Show winner at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering 2023. With a one-off body by Pinin Farina sporting futuristic tailfins, and a bespoke 4.9-liter V-12 engine with twin-ignition and 24 spark-plugs \u2013 which was developed by Aurelio Lampredi for the long-distance Ferrari racing 410 Sport, it was the original “Superfast” and was one of the fastest grand touring cars of its time.<\/p>\n Judges for The Peninsula Classics 2023 Best of the Best Award include numerous automotive design luminaries, such as former Design Director for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ian Cameron, Ferrari Chief Design Director Flavio Manzoni, Mercedes-Benz Design Director Gorden Wagener, previous Chief of Design at BMW Chris Bangle, and venerable designers Fabio Filippini and Peter Brock. The judge panel also includes royal and celebrity motorsport enthusiasts such as HRH Prince Michael of Kent, His Highness Rana Manvendra Singh of Barwani, fashion icon Ralph Lauren, renowned architect Peter Marino, and acclaimed late-night television host Jay Leno.<\/p>\n Through a shared desire to celebrate the best of what defines the automotive world, The Hon. Sir Michael Kadoorie, Chairman of The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, launched The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award in 2015 with co-founders William E. (Chip) Connor, Bruce Meyer and Christian Philippsen. Each founder shares a common passion and appreciation of fine motor cars, the preservation of their heritage and immaculate restoration projects. The award, sponsored by The Peninsula Hotels, brings together the Concours circuits\u2019 elite \u2018Best of Show\u2019 winners from around the globe.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Only the best, please The Peninsula, whose global brand has epitomized glamour and luxury for generations, has announced the eight finalists that will vie for its prestigious automotive honor, The Peninsula Classics 2023 Best of the Best Award. Hosted this year on 3 September 2024 at The Peninsula London, the awards program celebrates the world\u2019s most exceptional classic cars. All eight selected contenders were winners of the highest awards at major 2023 concours events. Eight finalists 1935 Duesenberg Model J […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":75,"featured_media":863926,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[260,17565,16932],"tags":[457,432,16912],"class_list":["post-858757","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-events","category-concours-events","category-festivals-shows","tag-amelia-island-concours","tag-events","tag-events-concours"],"yoast_head":"\n<\/a> <\/a><\/p>\n1935 Voisin C25 Aerodyne<\/h3>\n
1937 Bugatti 57S Roadster<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/a><\/p>\n1937 Bentley 4.25-litre Rothschild Sedanca Coup\u00e9<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/a>1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Spezial Roadster<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n1953 Ferrari 250 MM Berlinetta<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n1955 Maserati A6GCS\/53 Spyder<\/h3>\n
<\/a> <\/a><\/p>\n1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica \u201cSuperfast\u201d Coup\u00e9<\/h3>\n
<\/a> <\/a><\/p>\nThe judges<\/h2>\n
About The Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award<\/h2>\n