What is a Concours d’Elegance?
Concours d’Elegance.
The term is of French origin, meaning “competitions of elegance,” and refers specifically to an assemblage of prestigious, worldwide events showcasing the finest vintage and historic vehicles ever made, and the highest levels of automotive restoration ever achieved.
These events began in 17th century France, when owners of fine, horse-drawn carriages gathered with friends and rivals to exhibit the best vehicles of the age. And while the types of vehicles on parade have changed, the tradition has endured.
Today, cars from The JBS Collection—a treasure trove of the best in automotive design that includes examples going back more than a century—can be found at modern day Concours d’Elegance events around the globe.
The JBS Collection is honored to be a part of the distinguished field at these events and grateful for the opportunity to share the history and majesty of our cars with a wider audience.
The following is a list of automobiles from The JBS Collection that have earned awards and distinctions at Concours d’Elegance events at home and abroad.
The Amelia Concours d’Elegance
The Amelia Concours d’Elegance, previously the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, is one of the most anticipated and high-profile events in the automotive world, but it is equally a philanthropic enterprise. The Amelia supports worthy charities and has raised over $4 million since 2000.
We are honored to participate in an event both prestigious and compassionate.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past iterations of The Amelia Concours d’Elegance:
- 1933 Packard 12 Coupe Roadster
First Place, American Classic 1932-1934 (2015) - 1934 Packard 12 Convertible Victoria Dietrich
First Place, Packard Class (2016) - 1938 Packard 12 1607 Convertible Coupe
Amelia Award (2017) - 1928 Minerva Type AF Hibbard & Darrin Transformable Town Car
Most Elegant French Coachwork Award (2019) - 1936 Packard 12 AW Cabriolet
Second Place, Amelia Award, American Classic 1935-1948 - 1928 Hudson Model O Convertible Sedan
The Craftsman Phil Hill Restorers Award-Production, for the restorer of the best new production car restoration. Restored by LaVine Restorations, Inc. (2021) - 1932 Auburn 8-100A Speedster
Amelia Award – American Classic 1931-1932 (2021) - 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton Convertible
Class Award – American Classics 1933-1948 & The Hagerty Youth Award American Classics 1933-1948 (2022) - 1933 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron
Best in Class – American Classics 1931-1932 (2023) - 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Pall Mall
Best in Class – Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost (2024)
Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance
The Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance is the world’s largest, charity-driven event of its kind. All proceeds go entirely to Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, which serves more than 12,000 at-risk youth.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance:
- 1938 Packard 12 1607 Convertible Coupe
Excellence Award (2019) - 1928 Minerva Type AF Hibbard & Darrin Transformable Town Car
Founders Award (2022) - 1929 Hispano-Suiza H6B
Best Foreign Classic (2022) - Automobile Collector of the Year Award (2023)
- 1933 Dodge Brothers H44 Tow Truck
Chairman Award (2023) - 1932 Packard 904 Deluxe Eight Individual Custom Stationary Coupe
Most Elegant Pre-war Closed award (2023)
Greenwich Concours d’Elegance
In 1996, Greenwich, Connecticut residents Bruce and Genia Wennerstrom founded the Greenwich Concours to share their passion for exceptional automobiles, community, and history. The event is considered one of the top five in the world.
The JBS Collection has been honored to be a part of The Greenwich Concours, with five of our automobiles receiving recognition there to date:
- 1934 Packard Twelve 1107 Victoria Convertible
Most Elegant American Automobile award (2019) - 1928 Minerva Type AF Hibbard & Darrin Transformable Town Car
Class Award: (Award of Speed & Style) Pre-war Classics (2021) - 1933 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster
Specialty Award: The Hagerty Youth Award (2021) - 1912 White Model 30 Roadster
Hagerty Drivers Foundation National Automotive Heritage Award (2022) - 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham
Hagerty Youth Award (2022)
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is arguably the most prestigious event of the international automobile scene. Since 1950, Pebble Beach has welcomed numerous rare and antique vehicles to its shores along with notable public figures in the automotive sphere and motor car enthusiasts from around the world.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance events:
- 1933 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster
Second place in Class C-3: American Classic Closed Class (2014) - 1934 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria Dietrich
First place in C-2: American Classic Open Packard Class (2015) - 1938 Packard 12 1607 Convertible Coupe
First place in Best in Class, Class D: Packard (2016) - 1928 Minerva Type AF Transformable Town Car
Best of Show (1987); First Place in European Classic Early Class (2018) - 1936 Packard Twelve All-Weather Cabriolet
Third in Class, American Classic Closed Classic (2019) - 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton Convertible
Second in Class Award for Class C: American Classic (2021) - 1933 Chrysler CL Imperial Custom LeBaron
Second in Class Award for Class C: American Classic (2022) - 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Pall Mall
Second in Class Award for Class H: Rolls-Royce Prewar (2023) - 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Pall Mall
Ansel Adams Award (2023) - 1934 Packard Twelve 1108 Custom Convertible Sedan By Dietrich
Gwenn Graham Most Elegant Convertible Award—sponsored by Lalique North America/Briggs Cunningham Trophy—sponsored by Ford Motor Company (2024)
Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s
(now known as Detroit Concours d’Elegance)
The Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s, now known as the Detroit Concours d’Elegance, began in 1979 at Oakland University as The Meadow Brook Concours d’Elegance. In 2011 the event, which has grown from a one-day show into a prestigious, lifestyle event spanning an entire weekend, was moved to the grounds of the Inn at St. John’s and for 10 years was known as the Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s.
In 2021, the Concours d’Elegance of America at St. John’s joined the roster of Hagerty automotive experiences and is now the Detroit Concours d’Elegance. The Detroit Concours is a celebration of everything Motor City; this event recognizes Detroit’s role in automotive history while honoring automotive excellence from around the world.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past Detroit/St. John’s Concours events:
- 1933 Packard Twelve S1005 Coupe Roadster
First Place (2015) - 1934 Packard Twelve 1107 Victoria Convertible
First Place (2016) - 1938 Packard 12 1607 Convertible Coupe Roadster
Best Interior Award (2018) - 1928 Hudson Model O Convertible Sedan
Lion Award – (European Class) (2021) - 1928 Minerva Type AF Transformable Town Car
Lion Award – (European Class) & Most Significant Classic Car – The Don Sommer Award (2021)
Salon Privé Concours at Blenheim Palace
The Salon Privé Concours at Blenheim Palace showcases a curated collection that delights automotive enthusiasts each year. In a setting unmatched in grandeur, the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, the event features an exemplary lineup of vintage, automotive classics and powerful supercars.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past Salon Privé Concours events at Blenheim Palace:
- 1923 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Pall Mall
Chairman’s Award (2024)
The Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace
The Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace, on the stunning grounds of Hampton Court Palace near London, brings together a selection of 60 of the rarest cars from around the world.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past iterations of The Concours of Elegance:
- 1933 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron
Second Place – Best Pre-1940 American Coachbuilt Car (2024) - 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton Convertible
First Place – Best Pre-1940 American Coachbuilt Car (2024)
Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is held annually, in May, near the Villa d’Este hotel in Cernobbio, on the stunning, western shore of Lake Como in northern Italy. An international celebration of some of the world’s finest classic cars, this event attracts car enthusiasts from all over the world.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este events:
- 1933 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron
First Prize, Pre-War High Speed Luxury (2023)
Additional Honors and Awards
ModaMiami
ModaMiami is a luxury automotive and lifestyle event showcasing rare and iconic cars, along with art, fashion, and culture. The multi-day event is held at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida, and features a Concours d’Elegance, driving experiences, and exclusive events.
We were honored to participate in the inaugural edition of this event in 2024.
The following cars from The JBS Collection have merited awards or honors at past iterations of ModaMiami:
- 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton Convertible
Best of Collection – Superstars (2024)