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Seaside drive: The 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in pictures

By Angus MacKenzie
August 29, 2016
Seaside drive: The 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in pictures
1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster in lime German green
1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster in lime German green 
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19 legendary Ford GT40s graced the lawn at the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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19 legendary Ford GT40s graced the lawn at the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Best in Class winner - a stunning 1956 Ferrari 290 MM Scaglietti Special
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Best in Class winner - a stunning 1956 Ferrari 290 MM Scaglietti Special
1956 Ferrari 290 MM Scaglietti Special, beautiful from all angles
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1956 Ferrari 290 MM Scaglietti Special, beautiful from all angles
Best of Show Winner - 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Farina Cabriolet
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Best of Show Winner - 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Farina Cabriolet
A 1957 BMW 507 Roadster, beautifully restored by BMW Classic Group
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A 1957 BMW 507 Roadster, beautifully restored by BMW Classic Group
Elvis Presley's former 1957 BMW 507 Roadster, beautifully restored by BMW Classic Group
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Elvis Presley's former 1957 BMW 507 Roadster, beautifully restored by BMW Classic Group
Now fully restored, the 507 was in less than ideal shape when acquired by BMW
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Now fully restored, the 507 was in less than ideal shape when acquired by BMW
Complete restoration right down to the wheel knockoffs
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Complete restoration right down to the wheel knockoffs
The interior of the 507 is immaculate
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The interior of the 507 is immaculate
1975 BMW 3.0 CSL Alexander Calder Race Car on display at Pebble
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1975 BMW 3.0 CSL Alexander Calder Race Car on display at Pebble
1975 BMW 3.0 CSL Alexander Calder Race Car showing off its aggressive haunches
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1975 BMW 3.0 CSL Alexander Calder Race Car showing off its aggressive haunches
A rear wing and integrated roof spoiler provide ample downforce
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A rear wing and integrated roof spoiler provide ample downforce
BMW's infamous Isetta and its iconic front opening door were a hit with attendees
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BMW's infamous Isetta and its iconic front opening door were a hit with attendees
The Isetta interior includes no airbag, cupholder or additional safety devices
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The Isetta interior includes no airbag, cupholder or additional safety devices
Bizzarrini's gathered at the far end of the fairway
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Bizzarrini's gathered at the far end of the fairway
1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe shows hints of DeThomaso Pantera, Lamborghini and others in its design
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1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe shows hints of DeThomaso Pantera, Lamborghini and others in its design
This extremely rare 1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe came all the way from Dusseldorf, Germany, for the show
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This extremely rare 1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe came all the way from Dusseldorf, Germany, for the show
1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe
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1969 American Motors AMX/3 Auto Costruzioni SD Coupe
Aerial view of the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta's tight driving quarters
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Aerial view of the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta's tight driving quarters
1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta w power by Lamborghini
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1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta w power by Lamborghini
1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta on display
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1966 Bizzarrini P538 Can-Am Catarsi Barchetta on display
The 1966 Bizzarrini P538 is as beautiful as it is quick
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The 1966 Bizzarrini P538 is as beautiful as it is quick
A detachable engine bay cover makes tuning the Lambo engine that much easier
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A detachable engine bay cover makes tuning the Lambo engine that much easier
A super funky concept, this 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept made its trek all the way from Switzerland
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A super funky concept, this 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept made its trek all the way from Switzerland
1967 Bizzarrini 5300 GT STrada Bertone Berlinetta
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1967 Bizzarrini 5300 GT STrada Bertone Berlinetta
Long stretched hind-quarters are one of the signature design marks of the Bizzarrini brand
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Long stretched hind-quarters are one of the signature design marks of the Bizzarrini brand
Bizzarrini - long, low and lean
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Bizzarrini - long, low and lean
1970 American Motors AMX/3 Coupe was one of several AMC concept cars to grace the greens
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1970 American Motors AMX/3 Coupe was one of several AMC concept cars to grace the greens
Designed by former Ferrari employee, Giotto Bizzarrini, the American Motors AMX/3 Coupe sported similar design details to Ford's DeTomaso Pantera
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Designed by former Ferrari employee, Giotto Bizzarrini, the American Motors AMX/3 Coupe sported similar design details to Ford's DeTomaso Pantera
The AMX/3 was built around steel semi-monocoque architecture and weighs in at 3090 lb (1402 kg )
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The AMX/3 was built around steel semi-monocoque architecture and weighs in at 3090 lb (1402 kg )
Like the DeTomaso Pantera, the AMX Bizzarrini featured a mid-mounted 340 hp/ 430 ft lb of torque 6.3 liter American Motors V8
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Like the DeTomaso Pantera, the AMX Bizzarrini featured a mid-mounted 340 hp/ 430 ft lb of torque 6.3 liter American Motors V8
Bizzarrinis of all shapes and sizes populated the lawn at this year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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Bizzarrinis of all shapes and sizes populated the lawn at this year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Rear mounted air scoops force air into the Bizzarrini powerplant
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Rear mounted air scoops force air into the Bizzarrini powerplant
Bizzarrini logo adorning the hood of a silver model
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Bizzarrini logo adorning the hood of a silver model
A trio of Bizzarrinis
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A trio of Bizzarrinis
This T-topped Bizzarrini was one of the rarer cars on display at Pebble Beach
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This T-topped Bizzarrini was one of the rarer cars on display at Pebble Beach
Bizzarrini interior's 60s era design details on display
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Bizzarrini interior's 60s era design details on display
The Bizzarrini logo makes the most of the Zs
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The Bizzarrini logo makes the most of the Zs
Detail view of 1968 Bizzarrini 5300 Spyder S.I. Stile Italia's front fender region
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Detail view of 1968 Bizzarrini 5300 Spyder S.I. Stile Italia's front fender region
An imposing presence, the 1968 Bizzarrini 5300 Spyder S.I. Stile Italia makes itself known on the California coastline
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An imposing presence, the 1968 Bizzarrini 5300 Spyder S.I. Stile Italia makes itself known on the California coastline
Definitely 60s era design influences at work in the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept
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Definitely 60s era design influences at work in the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept 
Even the color on the Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept is unique
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Even the color on the Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept is unique
1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept sports distinctive design details
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1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept sports distinctive design details
Centered steering wheel seems right at home in the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept
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Centered steering wheel seems right at home in the 1966 Bizzarrini P538 Italdesign Manta Concept
1931 BMW R16 Sport was one of several bikes on hand as part of the marque's 100th Anniversary
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1931 BMW R16 Sport was one of several bikes on hand as part of the marque's 100th Anniversary
A fully restored 1923 BMW R32 motorcycle on display
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A fully restored 1923 BMW R32 motorcycle on display
1931 BMW R16 Sport and its signature flat-mounted engine setup
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1931 BMW R16 Sport and its signature flat-mounted engine setup
1931 BMW R16 detail
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1931 BMW R16 detail
BMW logo and signature cylinder heads haven't changed much over the years
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BMW logo and signature cylinder heads haven't changed much over the years
1967 BMW R69S complete with 1952 Steib S500 Sidecar
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1967 BMW R69S complete with 1952 Steib S500 Sidecar
Classic Beemer
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Classic Beemer
Clean, simple lines on the BMW's fuel tank
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Clean, simple lines on the BMW's fuel tank
BMW two-wheeled devices on display at this year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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BMW two-wheeled devices on display at this year's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
1967 BMW R7 Concept restored and on display courtesy of BMW Group Classic of Germany
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1967 BMW R7 Concept restored and on display courtesy of BMW Group Classic of Germany
Only 582 miles on the clock
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Only 582 miles on the clock
Some creative design elements grace the 1967 BMW R7 Concept bike
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Some creative design elements grace the 1967 BMW R7 Concept bike
1967 BMW R69S, shown from the non-sidecar side
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1967 BMW R69S, shown from the non-sidecar side
1952 Steib S500 Sidecar and a 1967 era BMW make for a perfect pairing
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1952 Steib S500 Sidecar and a 1967 era BMW make for a perfect pairing
1952 Steib S500 Sidecar's design harks back to the old rocket carousel at the fairgrounds
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1952 Steib S500 Sidecar's design harks back to the old rocket carousel at the fairgrounds
1925 BMW R37 from the front
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1925 BMW R37 from the front
With a name longer than the car itself, this is the 1953 Fiat 500 Bizzarrini Macchinetta Berlinetta
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With a name longer than the car itself, this is the 1953 Fiat 500 Bizzarrini Macchinetta Berlinetta
Old school gauge work adorns the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
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Old school gauge work adorns the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
Is that a steering wheel mounted sundial on the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout?
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Is that a steering wheel mounted sundial on the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout?
Brass fuel caps top the gas tank on the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
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Brass fuel caps top the gas tank on the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
Rare 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
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Rare 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
This substantial hood ornament adorns the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
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This substantial hood ornament adorns the 1913 Mercer Model 35J Raceabout
The Mercer even comes with a spot for your luggage
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The Mercer even comes with a spot for your luggage
Another classic Bavarian - 1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe by BMW Group Classic
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Another classic Bavarian - 1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe by BMW Group Classic
Various classic Fiats hanging out mid-fairway
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Various classic Fiats hanging out mid-fairway
1953 Fiat 1100 Vignale Coupe' sits bookended by its stablemates
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1953 Fiat 1100 Vignale Coupe' sits bookended by its stablemates
Stunning example of a 1954 Siata 208S Motto Spyder
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Stunning example of a 1954 Siata 208S Motto Spyder
1954 Siata 208S Motto Spyder from the rear
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1954 Siata 208S Motto Spyder from the rear
The wondrous 1931 Rigling & Henning Wonder Bread Special
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The wondrous 1931 Rigling & Henning Wonder Bread Special
1930 Duesenberg Special
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1930 Duesenberg Special 
1931 Rigling & Henning Wonder Bread Special with its signature markings
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1931 Rigling & Henning Wonder Bread Special with its signature markings
1930 Duesenberg Special, another brilliant pre-war racer on display at the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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1930 Duesenberg Special, another brilliant pre-war racer on display at the 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
There's no confusion when attempting to start the 1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
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There's no confusion when attempting to start the 1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
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1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
Old school racer in the form of one 1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
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Old school racer in the form of one 1931 Studebaker & Rigling Hunt Special
Another pristine example of a pre-war racer
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Another pristine example of a pre-war racer
1935 Ford V8 Miller Special from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
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1935 Ford V8 Miller Special from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
1931 Duesenberg Cummins Diesel Special, also on loan from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
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1931 Duesenberg Cummins Diesel Special, also on loan from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Award winning 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Cabriolet
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Award winning 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Cabriolet
Stunning example of a 1937 Bugatti Type 57 Letourneur et marchand Cabriolet
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Stunning example of a 1937 Bugatti Type 57 Letourneur et marchand Cabriolet
McLaren showed a colored-carbon fibered P1 in its private tent
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McLaren showed a colored-carbon fibered P1 in its private tent
1967 Ford GT40 J-4 Mk IV
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1967 Ford GT40 J-4 Mk IV
1967 Ford GT40 J-4 Mk IV in yellow, so named because of its 40 inch height
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1967 Ford GT40 J-4 Mk IV in yellow, so named because of its 40 inch height
Ford's GT40s were so successful, they won four consecutive overall Le Mans victories from 1966-1969
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Ford's GT40s were so successful, they won four consecutive overall Le Mans victories from 1966-1969
With Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon driving the winning GT40, Ford won its first 24 Hours of LeMans in 1966 with cars finishing one, two and three
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With Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon driving the winning GT40, Ford won its first 24 Hours of LeMans in 1966 with cars finishing one, two and three
One of 19 GT40s, this one sporting the iconic Gulf Oil orange and blue color scheme
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One of 19 GT40s, this one sporting the iconic Gulf Oil orange and blue color scheme
Bronze colored 1965 Ford GT40 starts off the row of legendary racers
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Bronze colored 1965 Ford GT40 starts off the row of legendary racers
Maserati Tipo (aka. Birdcage) shows off its winning hardware and ribbons
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Maserati Tipo (aka. Birdcage) shows off its winning hardware and ribbons
1966 Ford GT40 MkII in black
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1966 Ford GT40 MkII in black
This 1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder also picked up some ribbons
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This 1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder also picked up some ribbons
Best of Show finalists hold in the staging area before the winner is announced
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Best of Show finalists hold in the staging area before the winner is announced
Guests were greeted by Lamborghini's on Peter Hay Hill, including an Aventador in red and gold Miura tribute colors (front)
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Guests were greeted by Lamborghini's on Peter Hay Hill, including an Aventador in red and gold Miura tribute colors (front)
A shiny Delahaye greets crowds at the 66th running of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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A shiny Delahaye greets crowds at the 66th running of Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
1935 Delahaye 135M Competition Court Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet
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1935 Delahaye 135M Competition Court Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet 
Second place in Best of Show was this red 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet
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Second place in Best of Show was this red 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet
Delahaye was founded by Emile Delahaye in France, 1894
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Delahaye was founded by Emile Delahaye in France, 1894
Delahayes are distinguished by their exaggerated flowing lines and bulging fender treatments
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Delahayes are distinguished by their exaggerated flowing lines and bulging fender treatments
1965 Ford GT40 P/1015 MKII with its rear pivoting back section open
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1965 Ford GT40 P/1015 MKII with its rear pivoting back section open
The black/white livery on this 1966 Ford GT40 MKII was replicated on the new Ford GT seen on the Concept Lawn
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The black/white livery on this 1966 Ford GT40 MKII was replicated on the new Ford GT seen on the Concept Lawn
The 50th Anniversary of Ford's GT40 Victory at Le Mans was the big manufacturer feature at the 2016 event
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The 50th Anniversary of Ford's GT40 Victory at Le Mans was the big manufacturer feature at the 2016 event
Oversized inverted snorkels are one of the GT40s signature features
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Oversized inverted snorkels are one of the GT40s signature features
The 1967 Ford GT40 J-4 MKIV shows significant body revisions compared to other models
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The 1967 Ford GT40 J-4 MKIV shows significant body revisions compared to other models
This 1966 GT40's genetics were recently re-introduced into the new Ford GT
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This 1966 GT40's genetics were recently re-introduced into the new Ford GT
The Ford GT40 came about after a deal fell through between the American manufacturer and Ferrari
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The Ford GT40 came about after a deal fell through between the American manufacturer and Ferrari
A rare open topped GT40 stands out from the herd
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A rare open topped GT40 stands out from the herd
Sponsored by Gulf Oil (hence the blue & orange livery) this GT40 sports the most famous of the racer's color schemes
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Sponsored by Gulf Oil (hence the blue & orange livery) this GT40 sports the most famous of the racer's color schemes
Weighing 2,002 lb (908 kg) only 107 Ford GT40s were produced running mid-engined powerplants from 4.2 liters to 7.0 liter V8 from 1964 - 1969
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Weighing 2,002 lb (908 kg) only 107 Ford GT40s were produced running mid-engined powerplants from 4.2 liters to 7.0 liter V8 from 1964 - 1969
Stunning blue on blue 1937 Delahaye 135M heads out for best in class announcements
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Stunning blue on blue 1937 Delahaye 135M heads out for best in class announcements
1938 Delahaye 135M Roadster makes its way through the crowd at Pebble
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1938 Delahaye 135M Roadster makes its way through the crowd at Pebble
Enjoying the Concourse from behind the wheel of a Delahaye
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Enjoying the Concourse from behind the wheel of a Delahaye
Hyperbolic tear-dropped fenders mark the Delahaye
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Hyperbolic tear-dropped fenders mark the Delahaye
Delahaye was one of the featured marques at this years Concours d'Eleagance
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Delahaye was one of the  featured marques at this years Concours d'Eleagance
Old world interior of a Delahaye on display
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Old world interior of a Delahaye on display
1937 Delahaye with a period correct license plate
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1937 Delahaye with a period correct license plate
The Delahayes represented one of the finest examples of art deco meets functionality
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The Delahayes represented one of the finest examples of art deco meets functionality 
Delahaye's swollen fenders become even more pronounced from the front
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Delahaye's swollen fenders become even more pronounced from the front
Another unique design detail on the Delahaye's side-runners
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Another unique design detail on the Delahaye's side-runners
Another of the feature models, this time a 1971 Lamborghini Miura S Bertone Coupe
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Another of the feature models, this time a 1971 Lamborghini Miura S Bertone Coupe 
The forward section of the Miura is unmistakable
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The forward section of the Miura is unmistakable
Lamborghini's connection with bulls goes way back to the Miura
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Lamborghini's connection with bulls goes way back to the Miura
Interior of a 1969 Lamborghini Miura S Bertone Coupe
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Interior of a 1969 Lamborghini Miura S Bertone Coupe 
Striking proportions speak to the 1951 Delahaye 235 MS Chapron Coupe's French design influences
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Striking proportions speak to the 1951 Delahaye 235 MS Chapron Coupe's French design influences
1951 Delahaye 235 MS Chapron Coupe far from its home in Essex, England
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1951 Delahaye 235 MS Chapron Coupe far from its home in Essex, England 
While Ferraris were in the minority, this 1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder made a serious impression
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While Ferraris were in the minority, this 1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder made a serious impression
1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder raced at both 24 Hours of LeMans and Daytona 24 hour races in 1967
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1966 Ferrari 330 P4 Drogo Spyder raced at both 24 Hours of LeMans and Daytona 24 hour races in 1967
This 1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Scaglietti Berlinetta made a special trip all the way from Monaco
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This 1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Scaglietti Berlinetta made a special trip all the way from Monaco
1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Scaglietti Berlinetta's interior, as fresh as the day it rolled off the assembly line
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1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Scaglietti Berlinetta's interior, as fresh as the day it rolled off the assembly line
1953 Ferrari 250 MM Vignale Spyder ventured to Monterey from its home in Hong Kong
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1953 Ferrari 250 MM Vignale Spyder ventured to Monterey from its home in Hong Kong
1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster in lime German green
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1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster in lime German green 
1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster with keys still in the ignition
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1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster with keys still in the ignition
1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster with its lime green wheel covers
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1935 BMW 315/1 Roadster with its lime green wheel covers
1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
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1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe
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1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe
1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
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1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
BMW Group Classic specializes in restoring and maintaining classic and collectible Beemers
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BMW Group Classic specializes in restoring and maintaining classic and collectible Beemers
1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
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1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring Coupe restored by BMW Group Classic
Before hood latches were standard equipment
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Before hood latches were standard equipment
1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster outfitted for distance racing
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1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster outfitted for distance racing 
The magnificent simplicity of a 1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster
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The magnificent simplicity of a 1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster
One of many old school Beemers on hand as part of the marques 100th birthday celebrations
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One of many old school Beemers on hand as part of the marques 100th birthday celebrations
Minimalist interior of the 1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster
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Minimalist interior of the 1937 BMW 328 Mille Miglia "Bugelfalte" roadster
1948 Delahaye 135 MS Chapron Vedette Cabriolet shows more subdued fenders and a more homogenous European look than earlier models
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1948 Delahaye 135 MS Chapron Vedette Cabriolet shows more subdued fenders and a more homogenous European  look than earlier models
100 years of BMW: Frank Stella inspired 1979 M1 Procar
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100 years of BMW: Frank Stella inspired 1979 M1 Procar
Brilliant example of a 1957 BMW 507 Series II Convertible rests just off the fairway
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Brilliant example of a 1957 BMW 507 Series II Convertible rests just off the fairway
BMW 507s are incredibly collectible, fetching serious coin from avid followers
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BMW 507s are incredibly collectible, fetching serious coin from avid followers
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We've taken a close look at the gorgeous concepts cars that turned heads during Monterey Car Week 2016, now it's time for a stroll down memory lane – or more specifically, a stroll along the 18th fairway at Pebble Beach to take in some of the finest specimens in automotive history at this years' Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance draws over 200 magnificent cars and thousands of visitors. Highlights of the 2016 event included 19 original Ford GT40s, a gathering of Bizzarrinis, works from Delahaye, Chapron Coachwork and Lamborghini, plus classic BMWs of both the two- and four-wheeled variety.

Best of Show Winner - 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Farina Cabriolet
Best of Show Winner - 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Farina Cabriolet

The 2016 winner for Best of Show went to a 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Farina Cabriolet. With over six years of restoration under the hood, Eric Clapton Lancia former ride beat out a red 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet and a black 1931 Stutz DV-32 LeBaron Convertible Victoria for the win. The Lancia also picked up other awards in the European Classic Early category and the Gwenn Graham Most Elegant Convertible Award.

Second place in Best of Show was this red 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet
Second place in Best of Show was this red 1938 Delahaye 165 Figoni & Falaschi Cabriolet

Head on through to New Atlas' Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance photo gallery to see the best of the rest from the 2016 event.

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Angus MacKenzie
Born on the cold, barren Canadian plains of Calgary, Alberta, Angus MacKenzie couldn’t decide between marketing, automotives or an entrepreneurial path - so he chose all three. With an education in automotives and marketing, Angus has rebuilt the carburetor on his 1963 Rambler Ambassador twice, gotten a speeding ticket in an F430 once, and driven & photographed everything from Lamborghinis to Maseratis to various German and Asian designs. When not writing, Angus has for the past six years been Editor-in-Chief for elemente, an internationally recognized architecture/design magazine.

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BrunoOgorelec
Whoever wrote the all too often facile captions under the report pictures either has a rather shallow knowledge of the subject or doesn't care much about it.
Barnbaby
Fantastic pictures of one of the most amazing collections of unique and beautiful machines ever created. Thank you to everyone involved in producing this article and the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.