Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance Presented by A. Lange & Söhne

With this, its fifth edition, the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance has quickly become one of the most prestigious Concours in the United States.

Over 180 cars will pack the grounds of the world-famous Breakers Mansion at the final event of the Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. Competing in over a dozen categories, including the always popular “Thirty under 30” class, some of the finest automobiles in the world will be judged, with one taking come the coveted “Best in Show” award.

The Concours d’Elegance is not a trial of performance, but of elegance.

Sunday’s Concours d’Elegance is the crown jewel of Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week. The Concours team works year-round to assemble a terrific selection of judges from around the globe. The Concours classes span the decades from early 1900 to 1980 with a focus on cars that pay homage to the theme of History, Luxury, and Sport. Donald Osborne, Nic Waller and the rest of the selection committee search diligently for special cars to engage guests from around the world.

First, second, and third-class trophies and ribbons were awarded with the first in class winners competing for the Willie K. Vanderbilt Trophy. There were also one of a kind awards given by some very special guests and judges.

The 2024 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance will take place on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at the Breakers Mansion in Newport, Rhode Island

 

2023 Best of Show Winner

1938 Delage D8-120 De Villars Roadster owned by Fritz Burkard

A WORD ON JUDGING

 We feel that one of the most important aspects of ensuring that all our entrant guests enjoy their concours experience is in knowing what to expect in the judging. There are many approaches that can be taken and it is vital that everyone knows what to expect. 

Here at the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance we follow a variation on what is often called "French" judging. As the Concours and Motor Week are a celebration of the core attributes of Newport itself, "History, Luxury & Sport ", our international team of judges look foremost at how each entry exemplify in their own particular way one or more of those attributes. 

Most importantly we will be seeking an emotional connection with the vehicles selected for awards.

Of course originality and condition draw us in to make an emotional connection, but often the history of the car itself and the involvement of its owners can do more to foster that bond and to bring a vehicle into our hearts than a perfect, un-used, brand-new restoration might. 

It is our thought that the primary reason for displaying a vehicle at our show is to share it with the public. Allowing people who may have never seen a car or motorcycle like yours or might never otherwise to have that opportunity is our goal. 

As such, we all want to share our passion with others as much as we can. All entrant guests have the option of not having their vehicle reviewed for awards- it does not mean that they might be appreciated any less.