The event will bring together 50 historically significant Italian cars
The inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, a luxury car show will take place from April 24–27. The event marks 100 years since the first Concorso d’Eleganza was held in Rome in April 1926. It will celebrate Italian culture, including hospitality, cuisine and craftsmanship, while showcasing a selection of classic and modern automobiles in the heart of the city.
In a press statement, the organisers says that the Concorso aims to highlight Italy’s contribution to the global automotive industry through a curated exhibition and judging of rare and iconic vehicles.
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It adds that the event will bring together 50 historically significant Italian cars.
The event will also feature cars built by Carrozzeria Zagato and models linked to notable figures such as Gianni Agnelli, founder of Fiat
According to the statement, the cars have been divided into 12 classes, ranging from early 20th-century models to modern-era supercars.
It adds that the line-up includes marques such as Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini, Maserati, Fiat, Lancia, Pagani, and Cisitalia. Vehicles on display will include a 1902 Fiat commissioned for Ignazio Florio, a Ferrari 275P that won Le Mans in 1963 and 1964, and the 2024-winning Ferrari 499P, loaned by Ferrari SpA.
According to organisers, the event will also feature cars built by Carrozzeria Zagato and models linked to notable figures such as Gianni Agnelli, founder of Fiat.
It adds that the programme will begin on April 24 with a private launch at the hotel. On April 25, participants will join the Giro d’Anantara a city tour beginning at Piazza della Repubblica and traveling to Villa Aldobrandini in Frascati before returning to Casina Valadier in Villa Borghese, where the main exhibition and judging will take place on April 26–27.
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It further adds that a panel of automotive experts led by Chief Judge Adolfo Orsi will evaluate the entries. Awards, including “Best in Show,” will be announced on April 27.
The statement adds that the event also includes a line-up of commercial and cultural partners such as Richard Mille (Official Timing Partner), Lamborghini Polo Storico, Maserati, AMEX, Lavazza, Technogym, and RM Sotheby’s. It adds that the event will be presented by UBS, is based at the Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel.
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