This year, Salon Privé returns to the majestic Blenheim Palace for its 19th edition, promising an extraordinary array of experiences that will captivate automotive enthusiasts and luxury aficionados alike. Running from August 28th to 31st, the event will feature over 70 exceptional cars competing in the prestigious Concours, the latest supercars and hypercars from the world’s most esteemed brands, and a dazzling display of luxury goods. Salon Privé 2024 is set to elevate the event experience even further with new additions, including the highly anticipated MotorAvia kick-off party.
An Expanded Salon Privé Week
Salon Privé Week has grown into a week-long celebration, offering an array of unique automotive experiences that blend high society with automotive excellence. The festivities begin with the Cotswolds Tour and MotorAvia, setting the tone for a week filled with excitement. Attendees will be treated to the Salon Privé Concours, presented by Aviva, which has become one of the most elite concours events globally. The Best of Show award is a highlight, with last year’s winner being a 1937 Bugatti Type 57S by Corsica, owned by Lord Bamford.
The Concours Classes and Special Entries
This year’s Concours will feature an impressive lineup across various classes, including Pre-War Open and Closed, Bugatti: Grand Prix to Grand Touring, and the new class celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Ferrari 275. Special entries include seven Rolls-Royces celebrating the brand’s 120th anniversary, legendary sports racers from Jaguar, Lister, MG, and Porsche, and three rare pre-series Geneva Motor Show cars from the 1950s and 1960s.
New and Returning Automotive Icons
In addition to the historic vehicles, Salon Privé 2024 will showcase a world-class collection of new cars, including both UK and world debuts. Noteworthy appearances include the Tuthill GT ONE, making its UK debut after its world reveal at Pebble Beach, the Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo, the Naran prototype hyper-coupe, and the MG Cyber GTS Concept.
Lifestyle and Luxury Beyond Automobiles
Salon Privé is not just about cars; it’s also a luxury lifestyle event that features an extraordinary selection of luxury goods. From jewellery and art to champagne and yachts, the event caters to those with discerning tastes. This year, a special event with Renauld, the maker of the Ultimate Driving Sunglasses, will feature a historic Q&A with Chase McQueen, grandson of Steve McQueen, and other notable figures from the film “Le Mans.”
Salon Privé Concours 2024 Entrants
At the heart of the event is the Salon Privé Concours, featuring 72 cars across 13 categories. Below is a list of the cars competing this year:
| Class | Car |
|---|---|
| Class A – Pre-War Open | 1927 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS Fleetwood Roadster |
| 1928 Bentley 4 1/2L Drophead by Victor Broom | |
| 1931 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 GT by Castagna | |
| 1936 Fiat 1500 6C Cabriolet by Ghia (HC) | |
| 1937 Cord 812 SC Convertible Phaeton | |
| Class B – Bugatti – Grand Prix to Grand Touring | 1926 Bugatti Type 35 Grand Prix |
| 1927 Bugatti Type 35B | |
| 1927 Bugatti Type 38 Philadelphia by Figoni | |
| 1932 Bugatti Type 55 by Gangloff | |
| 1939 Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet by Saoutchik | |
| Class C – Pre-War Closed/Elegance | 1930 Bentley 4 1/2L Sport Saloon by Freestone & Webb |
| 1934 Bentley Streamline Sport Saloon by Park Ward | |
| 1938 Bentley 4 1/4L Brougham de Ville by James Young | |
| Class D1 – Inspiring Greatness – 120 Years of Rolls-Royce (Pre-war) | 1911 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost ‘London-Edinburgh’ by Holmes |
| 1923 Rolls-Royce Springfield Silver Ghost Pall Mall | |
| 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sport Saloon by Freestone & Webb | |
| 1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith by Mann Egerton | |
| Class D2 – Inspiring Greatness – 120 Years of Rolls-Royce (Post-war) | 1953 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith by Hooper & Co. |
| 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn DHC by Park Ward | |
| 1969 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI by Park Ward | |
| 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V by Mulliner Park Ward | |
| 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 2 Door by Hooper & Co. | |
| 2019 Rolls-Royce Wraith Eagle VIII (HC) | |
| Class E – Post-War Open | 1948 Delahaye 135M Cabriolet by Vesters & Neirinck |
| 1950 Jaguar XK120 OTS | |
| 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S Cabriolet A | |
| 1957 BMW 503 Cabriolet | |
| 1958 Porsche 356 A Convertible by Reutter | |
| 1960 Maserati 3500 GT Spyder by Vignale | |
| Class F1 – Post-War Closed (International) | 1960 Maserati 3500GT by Touring |
| 1961 Facel Vega HK500 | |
| 1968 Lamborghini Islero GT by Marazzi | |
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupé | |
| 1971 Monteverdi High Speed 375L by Fizzore | |
| Class F2 – Post-War Closed (British) | 1946 Invicta Black Prince by Charlesworth |
| 1952 Jaguar XK120 Supersonic by Ghia | |
| 1961 Jaguar E-type Series I Coupé | |
| 1963 Lotus Elite Super 95 | |
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage X Pack | |
| Class G – Sports Racers | 1951 Jaguar XK120 OTS |
| 1954 Jaguar D-type | |
| 1956 Lister Maserati | |
| 1957 Ferrari 335S by Scaglietti | |
| 1958 AC Ace | |
| 1962 Lotus 20/22 Formula Junior (HC) | |
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT Strada 5300 | |
| 1966 Porsche 906 (Carrera 6) | |
| 1967 MGC GTS Lightweight | |
| Class H – Ferraris of the ’50s & ’60s | 1950 Ferrari 166MM/212 Export ‘Uovo’ by Fontana (HC) |
| 1953 Ferrari 166 MM Spider by Vignale | |
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica Coupé Aerodinamico by Pininfarina | |
| 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 by Pininfarina | |
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast by Pininfarina | |
| Class I – 60th Anniversary of the Ferrari 275 | 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 by Pininfarina |
| 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB/C by Pininfarina | |
| 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/2 by Pininfarina | |
| 1966 Ferrari 275 GTS by Pininfarina | |
| Class J – Legendary Liveries | 1974 Lancia Stratos HF by Bertone – Alitalia |
| 1987 Rothmans Porsche 962 (HC) | |
| 1987 Silk Cut Jaguar XJR 8/9 (HC) | |
| 1988 Shell Dunlop Porsche 962 (HC) | |
| 1988 Taka-Q Toyota 88C (HC) | |
| 1996 Subaru Impreza WRC97 by Prodrive – 555 | |
| Class K – Supercar Icons – Prancing Horse | 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO by Pininfarina |
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa by Pininfarina | |
| 1991 Ferrari F40 by Pininfarina (HC) |
Salon Privé 2024 promises to be a spectacular event, offering an unparalleled opportunity to witness automotive history in the making, experience new vehicle debuts, and immerse yourself in a luxurious lifestyle setting.
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