#WestCoastPeachy #CruisingPeachy #WhomYouKnow @LaJollaConcours La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Concludes an Inspiring 14th Year Of World Class Cars and World Class Experience (Save the Date : April 12th-14th, 2019)
Staying true to the tagline “World Class Cars, World Class Experience” the 14th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance proved yet again that it is so much more than just a car show. With three awe-inspiring days of extravagant events that took place Friday, April 6th through Sunday, April 8th, the La Jolla Concours transformed the chic coastal town of La Jolla, California into a paradise for automotive enthusiasts and luxury lifestyle aficionados alike.
On Friday, April 6th, the La Jolla Concours was kicked off with a 1930s-1940s cocktail party at Covo La Jolla: The Rolls-Royce Dapper and Delight Soiree presented by UBS Financial Services and Schubach Aviation. The exotic silver-painted Rolls-Royce stilt walkers and showcase of exquisite Rolls-Royce automobiles, provided by O’Gara Coach La Jolla, created an exceptional entrance into Covo La Jolla’s elegant atmosphere where over 400 party-goers were welcomed with delectable bites and fine scotch tastings from The Balvenie. The hosted bar and live performances topped off the night of swank and style as attendees danced unabashed into the night.
On Saturday, April 7th, the Porsche San Diego Tour d’Elegance invited over 200 attendees to take a scenic tour of San Diego’s most treasured collections. The Tour kicked off at Porsche San Diego with a tour of their new showroom over coffee and breakfast. From there, the motorcade paraded through San Diego to Chuck Spielman’s Only Yesterday Museum where entrants were given a very rare and unique opportunity to see one of the most incredible collections of automobiles as well as view a Vietnam War Tribute Museum filled with spectacular military artifacts. The next stop of the Tour featured a stunningly timeless collection of vintage Rolls-Royce and Bentley autos and top luxury brands at the 20-year old Calumet Collection. The Tour then traveled to the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club where guests were treated to a delicious lunch on the white sands of San Diego’s only private beach and received a gift courtesy of Robert Talbott and the Ascot Shop.
The evening of Saturday, April 7th, entrants, judges, sponsors, and a few lucky members of the public spent an evening of decadence with a colorful and creative extravaganza at the Aston Martin Art Deco Party at the Cove presented by Fraser. Over 1000 guests were led by flamingo stilt walkers and candy-inspired entertainers down the vibrant carpeted pathway into the glamorous Art Deco Miami-inspired VIP reception featuring elevated bites from 20 incredible restaurants, five hosted bars including the Sugarglazed Land room offering curious candy-inspired craft cocktails by Hendricks Gin, a silent and live auction, a stunning array of gorgeous Aston Martins, and live entertainment from the crowd-favorite performer, Dave Patrone. Larger than life stilt walkers paraded around the colossal glitzy chandelier in the center of the party as guests cheers over bubbles and sips at the luxury lounges.
The 2018 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance concluded its 14th year on a high note on April 8th, 2018 with over 10,000 attendees and a jaw-dropping display of automobiles set along the picturesque cliffs of the Pacific Ocean. The remarkable automobiles were curated by the expertise of a dedicated, all-volunteer committee led by Chairman G. Michael Dorvillier, Chief Judge Nigel Matthews and Chair of Car Selection Committee Robert F. Kerner Jr. The show saw over 10,000 attendees over the course of the day. The superior collections were highlighted by similarly superior experiences with the Aston Martin Champagne and Honey Tasting Garden presented by Fraser, offering tasting flights of honey from around the world and a new flower garden to dress our guests with beautifully woven flower crowns. VIP guests were welcomed to the Bridge Club for hosted bars and satisfying nibbles from 16 of San Diego’s top chefs presented by BizX.
Over 135 stunning displays of automotive innovation competed in 20 classes, in addition to 17 specialty awards, during the La Jolla Concours. From the featured marque, Lincoln, to incredible one of a kind automobiles, American classics, vintage racers, spectacular display of Japanese Collectables, and more, this year’s La Jolla Concours d’Elegance evoked the sense of being treated to a pop-up museum of moving sculpture. Guests were given the once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the fine display of rare, high-caliber automobiles on the 2018 Concours lawn that kept heads turning from beginning to end. Eyes turned to the skies for a vintage air parade presented by Icon Aircraft featuring beautifully restored aircrafts from the Historic Flight Foundation, including a B-25 Mitchell Bomber, Douglas C-47/DC-3 transport plane, and B-25D “Grumpy”.
The Best of Show award was presented to Peter Mullin of the Mullin Automotive Museum for their astounding 1939 Bugatti Type 57SC Aravis Cabriolet.
The 2019 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is on course to produce the most extravagant and elegant affair yet for its’ 15th year anniversary. Save the date for a weekend of beautiful cars, world class parties and over-the-top decadence; April 12th – April 14th, 2019.
2018 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Specialty Winners
Best in Show
Peter Mullin, Mullin Automotive Museum 1939 Bugatti Type 57SC Aravis Cabriolet
Most Outstanding Pre-War
Aaron and Valerie Weiss
1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom I
Convertible Coupe
Most Outstanding Post-War
Charles Wegner
1959 Ferrari 250 LWB California
Spyder
Marc Camille Lemieux Memorial Award
Mark Leonard
1929 Moto Guzzi Sport 14L Tubular
Duplex Cradle
La Jolla Historical Society Preservation Award
Bill Neff
1968 Triumph TR250
FIVA/HVA Award for Best Preserved Vehicle
David Aspinall
1923 Buick 23-4-39 Roadster
The Spirit of Motoring Award
Michael Potiker
1928 Riley Brooklands Speed
Aubrey Taylor Award of Excellence for Best Upholstery
Malloy Foundation Inc
1955 Mercedes Benz 300SL Gullwing
Coupe
Mayor’s Award
Calumet Collection
1966 Lincoln Continental 4-Door
Convertible
People’s Choice Award
Karen and Stuart Tanz
1956 Lincoln MKII 2 Door Coupe
LJCDE American Icon Award
Jason L. Fisher
1966 Shelby Mustang GT350H
Best Preserved of Marque Award
Russ Karlen
1926 Lincoln Dual Cowl Phaeton
Phillip Wichard Memorial Trophy
Blackhawk Collection
1947 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
Convertible by Inskip
Chairman’s Award
Peter Mullin, Mullin Automotive Museum
1939 Bugatti Type 57SC Aravis
Cabriolet
Honorary Chief Judges’ Choice Award
Rich Scharf
1970 Datsun 240Z Sport Coupe
Chief Judge Award
Petersen Automotive Museum
1929 Ruxton Model C Roadster
LPL Summit Best of Marque
Stan Lucas
1929 Lincoln Aero Phaeton Dual
Cowl Phaeton
2018 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Class Winners
1A – American Classics (1925-1948)
1. William Lyon 1930 Duesenberg J Murphy Disappearing Top Torpedo Convertible
Coupe
2. Larry and Susan Nannini1933 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron C.C. Sedan
3. Gary Marchetti1931 Packard 826 4 Door Sedan
1B – American Classics Open & Closed (1936-1948)
1. Lloyd Cranford 1941 Packard Custom 180 Darrin Victoria
2. John and Leslie Milliken 1939 Buick Roadmaster Convertible Sedan
3. Crevier Classic Cars 1947 Chrysler Town and Country 4 Door Woody
2A – Lincoln Open (1917-1967)
1. Academy of Art University 1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Convertible
2. Passport Transport 1942 Lincoln Continental Cabriolet
3. Richard Greenfield 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible
2B – Lincoln Closed (1917-1969)
1. Ron and Sandy Hansen 1926 Lincoln LeBaron 4D Sedan
2. Calumet Collection 1941 Lincoln Custom Limousine
3. Calumet Collection 1937 Lincoln Model K 2-Window Berline by Judkins
3 – European Classics (1925-1948)
1. Peter Mullin, Mullin Automotive Museum 1939 Bugatti Type 57SC AravisCabriolet
2. Liliane Quon McCain 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Suisse-Graber Cabriolet
4 – Rolls-Royce & Bentley (1919-1966)
1. Aaron and Valerie Weiss 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Convertible Coupe
2. Dan Berg 1926 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 20 HP Coupe Convertible
3. Blackhawk Collection 1947 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith Convertible by Inskip
5A – Ferrari 365 GTB/4 (1968-1973 Daytona)
1. Dr. Jay Fallon 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Berlinetta
2. Paul Colony 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB Daytona Coupe
3. Geoffrey Swortwood 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB4 (“Daytona”)Coupe
5B – FerrariAll Others (1949-1990)
1. Charles Wegner 1959 Ferrari 250 LWB California Spyder
2. Steve Kouracos1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GT European Coupe
3. Dr. Vance Shapley 1966 Ferrari 275 GTS Convertible
6 – Japanese
1. Mike and Barbara Malamut, Malamut Auto Museum 1967 Mazda Cosmo 110S
2. Mike and Barbara Malamut, Malamut Auto Museum 1964 Mazda R360 Coupe
3. Scott King and Sandy Edelstein 1965 Honda S600 Roadster
7A – American Sports & Muscle: Camaro (1967-1973)
1. Jim Mikkelson 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible
2. Brian and Elizabeth Birkeland 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
3. Jeff and Kim Phillips 1969 Chevy Camaro Z28
7B – American Sports & Muscle All Others (1953-1975)
1. Harry LeKites 1967 Chevy Corvette Coupe
2. Michael Coit 1957 Corvette Fuel Injected Convertible
3. Delco Hagan 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Convertible
8 – Italian Sports Cars (1918-1975)
1. David and Susan Buchanan 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Cabriolet
2. Dr. Perry Mansfield 1969 Lamborghini Islero S Coupe
3. Susan Langley 1973 Alfa Romeo Jr. Zagato 1600 Coupe
9A – British Sports Cars MG through MGTF (1929-1955)
1. Douglas Pelton 1946 MG TC
2. Bob and Donna Hanselman 1938 MG VA Drop Head Coupe
3. Schuyler Hoffman 1932 MG J2 Roadster
9B – British Sports Cars All Others (1948-1975)
1. Tom Krefetz 1961 Jaguar XKE Roadster
2. Marco de la Barrera 1962 Jaguar Mark II Sedan
3. Colin Seid and Richard Annis 1948 Jaguar MK IV Drop Head Coupe
10A – Mercedes-Benz 190SL (1955-1963)
1. Aaron and Valerie Weiss 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
2. Bruce Iannelli 1963 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Convertible
3. Glenn and Norma Chapin 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Convertible
10B – Porsche 356 (1950-1965)
1. Robert deRose 1964 Porsche SC 356
2. Wayne and Nancy Baker 1965 Porsche 356C Reutter Coupe
3. Ben and Joanne Wainscott1965 Porsche 356 SC Sunroof Coupe
10C – All Others (19948-1980)
1. L. Philip Lufty 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Sunroof Coupe
2. Anthony C. Barabas 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo Coupe
3. Bill Ceno 1973 Porsche Carrera RS Coupe
11 – Race Cars (1929-1979)
1. Allen Grant 1963 Lola GT Mk6 Coupe
2. Rory Ward 1977 Mickey Thompson Challenger IV Class 1 Unlimited
3. Raffi Najjarian 1952 Siata 208 CS Spider Corsa Bertone Open
12A – Pre-War Motorcycles
1. Mark Leonard 1929 Moto Guzzi Sport 14L Tubular Duplex Cradle
2. Mark Leonard 1927 BMW R42 Tubular Twin Cradle
12B – Post-War Motorcycles
1. Tim Stafford 1966 BMW R60/2 Motorcycle
2. Mark Francois 1974 BMW R90S Motorcycle
3. Cynthia Doolin 1972 Honda CL 450 Scrambler
100% of net proceeds raised at the 14th Annual La Jolla Concours d’Elegance benefited local 501(c)3 non-profit La Jolla Historical Society. For more information on the Concours and full list of 2018 Winners, please visit LaJollaConcours.com or call 619-233-5008.
