Rodeo Drive Concours D'Elegance Turns 30
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The Rodeo Drive Concours D'Elegance is about to mark a big one as it hits 30 years of the annual gathering. To commemorate, organizers have set a theme of 'Luxury in Motion' by arranging for high-end classics, racecars, modern hypercars, and other exotic rides to be in attendance. If you're going to be in the Los Angeles area, it might be worthy of your time to go check it out.O'Gara Coach Beverly Hills, which is presenting the event, will have a display of impressive rides spanning an entire city block. Among the vehicles set aside for the gathering are examples from Rolls-Royce, Pagani, Aston Martin, Bentley, Lamborghini, and McLaren, among other brands.
For enthusiasts, merchandise from the above-mentioned brands will be available for purchase.
Two brand new models from Lamborghini never before put on display in North America, the Temerario and PHEV Urus SE, will be part of the O'Gara display.
Since the show takes place on the legendary Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, the idea is the wives/girlfriends and anyone else associated with gearheads who aren't that into cars can go shopping, eat at fancy restaurants, and do whatever else the area has to offer.
For the rest of us, there will be food trucks, a skills demonstration by the Beverly Hills Police Department Motor Unit, and interactive displays. Plus, any proceeds raised during the event go to the Beverly Hills Police Foundation and Beverly Hills Firefighters' Association non-profit organizations.
'We are thrilled to host the annual Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance for another great year,' said Beverly Hills Mayor Sharona R. Nazarian. 'This is a cherished tradition shared across generations by grandfathers, fathers, and children alike. The event is a highlight for the city of Beverly Hills, and with the help of our amazing sponsors, vehicle entrants and community, the 30th anniversary is sure to be the best one yet.'
This Father's Day, June 15, is when the event takes place. It's a great way to honor dad, especially if he's a gearhead. It will run from 10 am to 4 pm and is free to attend.
Image via Rodeo Drive Concours D'Elegance
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