The Amelia Celebrates Three Decades Of Automotive Excellence And Passion

Published: Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 22:03 [IST]

The Amelia by Hagerty will celebrate its 30th anniversary from March 6 to March 9, 2025, at the Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton Resort. Tickets for this renowned motoring event will be available starting September 12, 2024, at AmeliaConcours.com. Last year’s event saw record-breaking attendance, and this year promises even more excitement for car enthusiasts.

Guests can look forward to a variety of luxury automotive and lifestyle brands, immersive experiences, and live entertainment. The event will also feature thrilling auctions and new culinary delights. This celebration aims to bring together the global community around a shared passion for cars.

The Concours d'Elegance will showcase several notable classes. One highlight is the Corvette at Sebring class. The Corvette became a serious contender in 1956, winning both the SCCA and Cal Club championships that year. Nearly 70 years later, Corvettes continue to race and win at Sebring, part of the Triple Crown of endurance racing.

Another featured class is Alfa Romeos of the 1930s. Alfa Romeo dominated Italy’s sports car scene during this period, winning more international races than any other marque from 1894 to 1949. Additionally, Formula 1 Cars from 1950 to the present will be on display. The FIA Formula One World Championship has been a premier racing series since its inception in 1950.

"The Amelia is a cherished tradition for the hundreds of thousands who have attended the show over the decades," said McKeel Hagerty, The Amelia Chairman and Hagerty CEO and Chairman. "As we celebrate 30 years of the ‘racer’s concours,’ we welcome a new generation of enthusiasts with new ways to engage them."

Matt Orendac, Concours Vice Chairman, added, "Our goal has always been to bring car enthusiasts together in a sophisticated setting. As we celebrate our 30th year, we're excited to present an innovative new showfield format featuring nearly 300 cars across more than 30 classes on Concours Sunday."

Charitable Contributions

Since its inception in 1996, The Amelia has donated over $4 million to non-profit organizations. This year’s event will continue supporting Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, local Shop with Cops programs, and Community Hospice and Palliative Care.

The Amelia also honours racing legends each year. Last year's honoree was NASCAR hall of famer Rick Hendrick. The event attracts celebrities from across the automotive landscape.

Broad Arrow Auctions

Broad Arrow Auctions hosted its second annual auction at The Amelia on March 1-2, 2024. Following a preview on February 29 – March 1, the auction achieved total sales exceeding $63 million with a sell-through rate over 90%. A notable sale was a 1967 Ford GT40 Mk I Road Coupe which sold for $4,405,000.

Collectors interested in consigning their cars for next year's auction can contact Broad Arrow via broadarrowauctions.com.

About Hagerty

Hagerty is dedicated to preserving driving culture for future generations. They offer specialty vehicle insurance, expert car valuation data, live and digital car auction services, immersive events, and automotive entertainment tailored for car enthusiasts in the US, Canada, and UK.

The company also operates Hagerty Drivers Club with over 850,000 members who share a passion for cars.

This year's event promises unforgettable experiences celebrating automotive passion like never before.