In the beating heart of Italy's Motor Valley, where passion for engines meets design excellence, the second edition of the Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705 was held, an event that celebrates the history of motoring and that The Outlierman, as official style partner, further enhanced by creating the collectible silk tie and scarf, 100% Made in Italy for Judges and collectors in the competition.
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In the setting of Palazzo di Varignana – organizer of the event which confirms its prestige as a resort symbol of Italian hospitality and culinary excellence as well as an expression of the “Heritage of Italian Lifestyle” – some of the world's most iconic cars were brought together, each with a story to tell. Among the undisputed protagonists, the 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB not only won first prize in the “Best of Motor Valley” class, but also took top honors as “Best of Show” by winning over the Judges with its combination of sporting history, innovative mechanics and expertly executed restorations.
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Among other triumphants of the 2025 edition were:
- the 1925 Bugatti Type 35A in the “Before The Storm” category, dedicated to pre-war cars;
- the 1950 Alfa Romeo 2500 SS Villa D'Este in the “Outstanding Italian Cars” category, that exemplified the allure of post-war Italian luxury and craftsmanship;
- the 1964 Porsche 904 took first place in the “Stuttgart Excellence” category, a spokesman for Porsche's unmistakable lightweight design and racing pedigree;
- the 1963 Jaguar XKE 3.8 OTS triumphed in the “British Postcards” category, exemplifying the timeless elegance and innovative design of the Jaguar E-Type.
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Several special awards were also given by the selected jury of international automotive experts:
- the “Motor Valley Trophy” was awarded to the 1940 Auto Avio 815, a key car of Ferrari's early days and probably the first Ferrari ever produced;
- the “Autodromo di Imola Trophy” was won by the 1972 De Tomaso Pantera Gruppo 4, recognized for its sporting value and high performance;
- the “Best Restoration” special prize went to the 1955 Porsche Speedster 356;
- the “Audience Trophy” was awarded by the public to the 1936 Fiat 508 CS Berlinetta MM.
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The Concorso d'Eleganza Varignana 1705 was a journey through time featuring 35 cars mainly produced before 1973 that highlighted the evolution of the car from the first half of the 20th century to the sports models of the 1960s and 1970s.
While waiting for the 2025 edition, you can still relive the excitement of the Concorso d’Eleganza Varignana 1705 by purchasing the official tie made exclusively for the Judges and collectors participating in the event, now exceptionally available in limited numbers on our e-commerce for our most loyal supporters.
Photo credits: Simone Vignoli & Antonio Mocchetti
