Top 10 Thrilling Vehicles Showcased at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Event
At the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the star of the show was undoubtedly the 1924 Hispano-Suiza H6C Nieuport-Astra Torpedo, which took home the coveted Best of Show award. This remarkable vehicle, affectionately known as the "Tulipwood" Torpedo, showcased a sleek, aero-inspired design with a hand-crafted, lightweight "torpedo" body made from individually carved mahogany strips riveted to the frame[1][2][3][5].
Originally commissioned by racing driver and aviator André Dubonnet, the Tulipwood Torpedo made its mark in prestigious events such as the Targa Florio and the Coppa Florio[1][2][3][5]. Its racing pedigree, coupled with its stunning design, made it the undeniable highlight of the competition.
The event also featured a rare display of BMW Art Cars, celebrating 50 years of the BMW Art Car initiative, with notable artworks by Andy Warhol and Julie Mehretu, adding a creative and artistic dimension to the competition[4].
Another captivating entry was the 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Competition Roadster, which showcased the rich diversity of historic racing and classic cars on display[5].
The 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance showcased a total of 229 cars in competition, with the final four also including a 1939 Maybach SW38 Spohn Sport Zweisitzer, a 1933 Invicta 4 1/2 Litre S Type Corsica Drophead Coupe, and a 1956 Maserati 200SI Fantuzzi Open Sports Racer[6].
The 1930 Cadillac 452 Murphy Convertible Sedan, another notable entry, was originally owned by Charles S. Howard Jr., whose father was a wealthy car dealer and racehorse breeder and the owner of Seabiscuit[7]. This car, one of the first to feature Cadillac's V-16 engine, was restored in the mid-1990s and shown at Pebble Beach for the first time in 1997[7].
The 1927 Delage Type 15 S8 Grand Prix, which took 7th at the Indy 500 in 1929, was another highlight[8]. This car, the only original example known to still exist, was powered by a high-revving V-8 and was based on a previous design powered by a 2.0-liter V-12[8].
Lastly, the S Type is considered Invicta's finest creation, with only 77 S Types made[9]. The 1930 Invicta 4 1/2 Liter S Type Vanden Plas Sports Tourer, which was raced in 1931 and 1932, was owned then by the India Tyre Company[9].
In summary, the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 2025 was a celebration of automotive history, showcasing a diverse range of classic and racing cars, from the innovative design of the Hispano-Suiza H6C Nieuport-Astra Torpedo to the racing heritage of the Delage Type 15 S8 Grand Prix.
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