Cars Showcased at the Thrilling Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

The 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, held on Northern California's Monterey Peninsula, once again showcased the finest examples of automotive craftsmanship, authenticity, preservation, and restoration. This year's event commemorated the centenaries of automaker Chrysler and the Phantom nameplate from Rolls-Royce, as well as the 75th anniversary of Formula 1.

One of the star attractions was the 1924 Hispano-Suiza H6C Nieuport-Astra Torpedo, nicknamed the "Tulipwood" Torpedo, which won the Best of Show award. This unique vehicle, owned by Penny and Lee Anderson Sr. from Naples, Florida, was originally owned by aviator and racer André Dubonnet. The body of the "Tulipwood" Torpedo was built by aeronautic outfit Nieuport-Astra.

Another notable entry was the 1930 Cadillac 452 Murphy Convertible Sedan, one of the first cars to feature Cadillac's V-16 engine. This monument to pure ambition was originally owned by Charles S. Howard Jr., whose father was a wealthy car dealer and racehorse breeder and the owner of Seabiscuit. The 452 Murphy Convertible Sedan was restored in the mid-1990s and shown at Pebble Beach for the first time in 1997.

The Postwar Sports Touring class saw a win for a 1967 Bizzarrini 5300 GT Strada Berlinetta, owned by Tom and Gwen Price of Belvedere, Calif. The S Type, known for its "low chassis," made it quicker for on-road racing and improved handling.

A 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Brewster Henley Roadster, part of Sam Lehrman's collection in Palm Beach, Fla., was another car that caught attention at the event. The 1927 Delage Type 15 S8 Grand Prix, powered by a high-revving V-8, also made an impressive showing. This model was based on a previous design powered by a 2.0-liter V-12.

The show field comprised 229 contestants, divided into 28 competitive classes and evaluated by a team of 59 judges. Other notable entries included a 2024 BMW Art Car, featuring the artistry of Julie Mehretu, and a 1951 Ferrari 340 America Touring Barchetta, one of only six with Touring Barchetta coachwork.

A 1965 Bugatti Type 101C-X Roadster, one-of-a-kind and less like a typical Bugatti, won the Elegance in Motion trophy. The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL "Gullwing" model, built through 1957, was represented by a steel-bodied example owned by Chris Shane of Manhattan Beach, Calif.

The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance continues to be a celebrated exhibition and competition, drawing enthusiasts from around the world to admire the beauty and history of these remarkable vehicles.