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About the Concours

1 September – 5 September 2027 | Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1UL

Often hailed as the pinnacle of automotive elegance, the Salon Privé Concours by Aviva Private Clients has a rich history of showcasing the most extraordinary vehicles from around the world. Join us as we delve into some of the iconic moments that have captivated enthusiasts since the event’s inception.

Every car entered into the Salon Privé Concours has a unique story to tell. From legendary pre-war coachbuilt masterpieces and iconic grand tourers to the supercars and hypercars that define a new generation of collecting, each represents the very highest standards of originality, provenance and preservation. Against the spectacular backdrop of Blenheim Palace and before an internationally renowned judging panel, Salon Privé provides the ultimate stage on which these extraordinary automobiles are celebrated.

Witness these incredible automobiles on Wednesday and Thursday on the Blenheim Palace Lawns.

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The Concours Owners’ Experience

With 21 years of heritage, the Salon Privé Concours provides an exceptional entrant experience, and, we feel, is unmatched by any other event in the UK. Premium hospitality is effortlessly fused with the experience of showing your car and shared in the company of like-minded automotive enthusiasts, creates a wonderfully convivial and intimate atmosphere.

The Concours Experience

The Ultimate Recognition

The unrivalled prestige of the Salon Privé Concours is founded on its strict class-based judging and internationally respected experts. Success not only brings acclaim but also enhances a car’s provenance and value. In 2027, Salon Privé continues with two distinct Best of Show awards, celebrating excellence across both the Concours d’Élégance and the Concours d’Excellence.

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Setting Standards in Adjudication

Salon Privé remains the UK’s sole multi-marque Concours overseen by a professional jury, comprising some of the world’s foremost authorities on historic automobiles. This is the gold standard in the competitive assessment of collector cars. For the Concours d’Excellence, the internationally recognised M100 judging format ensures the new Best of Show award is judged using criteria developed specifically for today’s collector cars.

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Official Prize Giving Parade

There is a unique magic to the Concours parade, where the meticulous commitment of owners and restorers is passionately presented by emcee Max Girardo and celebrated by an appreciative audience. The presentation of Class Winners and Honourary Awards marks one of the defining moments of Salon Privé, setting the stage for the announcement of the two coveted Best of Show winners at the official Gala Dinner later that evening.

 

The Pinnacle of Achievement

The celebration of the history, provenance and authenticity of treasured classics is central to the Salon Privé Concours by Aviva Private Clients. Whether crowned Best of Show Concours d’Élégance or Best of Show Concours d’Excellence, joining the distinguished list of Salon Privé winners represents one of the greatest honours in the international concours calendar.

Our past winners

Watch the 2025 Best of Show Announcement

The Best of Show 2025 was revealed in a stunning ceremony at Blenheim Palace. The four contenders were on display before the winner was announced as the 1936 Mercedes Benz 500K Spezial Roadster by Sindelfingen, presented by the Auriga Collection.

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