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THE 2012 DESERT CLASSIC CONCOURS D’ ELEGANCE WILL FEATURE
THE DESERT CLASSIC AUCTION ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2012
Rancho Mirage, CA (January 10, 2012) -- The 2012 Desert Classic Concours d’ Elegance is proud to announce their affiliation with The Desert Classic Auction which will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa in beautiful Rancho Mirage, CA. The public is invited to attend.
Organized in conjunction with the 5th annual 2012 Desert Classic Concours d’ Elegance, this elite auction will provide both classic vehicle collectors and avid vehicle enthusiasts a unique and unparalleled auction experience. Hundreds of vehicle enthusiasts and collectors from around the world are expected to view and bid on an outstanding and rare collection of vehicles specifically sourced for this event. Over two hundred collectable vehicles from every era -- including from one-of-a-kind to daily drivers; from classics to muscle cars -- will be on display for public viewing, bidding, and purchase.
‘Partnering with the The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance is a unique opportunity not only for Desert Classic Auctions but also for the general public. They will be able to experience the thrill of a live, prestigious car auction and then the following day, witness the love and passion that car collectors put into restoring and displaying these exceptional vehicles.’, commented Bob Arzano, Desert Classic Auction’s International Sales Director.
The 5th annual Desert Classic Concours d’ Elegance (February 25-26, 2012) will feature 50 years of thrilling vehicle auction experience, millions of dollars in extraordinary vehicle inventory, and a luxurious resort venue set in the heart of the Palm Springs Valley – a winning combination for an exciting weekend extravaganza.
For further information on the event, buying, selling and registration:
Please consult: http://www.2012desertclassic.com/ or telephone (800) 563-7045
The Checkered Flag 200 Club’
To Be Honorees of the 2012 Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance
Rancho Mirage, December 21, 2011 - The 2012 Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance is proud to announce they will be honoring the members of the Checkered Flag 200 Club during their 5th annual event this February 25 - 26, 2012. This prestigious club will be bringing some of the most beautiful vintage cars in the world to showcase at the Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage for the public to view.
The Checkered Flag 200 Club is the elite membership group of the famed Petersen Automotive Museum and best represents its quest for excellence in the preservation of automotive history, design and engineering.
“We feel privileged to be proud representatives of the Petersen Museum as well as honored guests at such a prestigious event as The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance,” stated Bruce Meyer, Checkered Flag 200 Club President. “We believe that it is our duty not only to preserve these works of automotive art, but to share them with the public in order to keep the passion for our car heritage alive. I know of no better place than the weekend of the Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance.”
The Petersen Museum, located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles was founded by the late Robert E. Petersen and is considered to be the premier automotive museum in the United States. The museum features three floors of exhibits and takes an active part in many automotive and educational activities in Southern California. The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance is a world-class exhibition of rare and vintage cars spanning the history of automotive excellence. The annual event features a week of public events including presentations, displays, car auction, and classic car races. Rated amongst the
"Top Ten Classic Car Shows in the World," The Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance features an exciting line up of over 250 domestic and foreign museum quality cars.
The 5th annual Concours d’Elegance will take place on February 26, 2012 at the AAA Four-Diamond rated Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa in beautiful Rancho Mirage, California, in the heart of the Palm Springs Valley.
The exciting Historic Sports Car races will be held at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway on February 17 – 19, 2012.
THE WESTIN MISSION HILLS RESORT & SPA TO HOST 5TH ANNUAL DESERT CLASSIC CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
Rancho Mirage, November 28, 2011 -
The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance is proud to announce that their 5th annual event will be held Sunday, February 26, 2012 at The Westin Mission Hills Resort in beautiful Rancho Mirage, California in the heart of the Palm Springs Valley.
The 2012 edition will be the first in a five year partnership with the renowned Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa. This stunning Four Diamond hotel and its world class golf course will prove the perfect backdrop for the prestigious Desert Classic Concours D’Elegance.
Westin Mission Hills Resort General Manager, Ross Meredith proclaimed; ‘“The Westin Mission Hills is honored to host and partner with the Desert Classic Concourse d’Elegance. The event will provide a unique experience for our guests and the community. The resort will embrace the event with some special activities and offerings throughout the weekend.”
Rated amongst the "Top Ten Classic Car Shows in the World," the Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance continues its' rapid ascendancy with an exciting line up for next year featuring over 250 domestic and foreign museum quality cars.
The exciting Historic Sports Car races will be held February 17 – 19, 2012.
The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance tickets are now on sale for $30.00 advanced order or $35.00 at the gate. Admission for children under 10 over 80, and active duty/reserve military personnel is free.
The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance is a Palm Springs Life Publishing event.
2011 Desert Classic Concours d'Elegance to Celebrate Indy 500's 100th Anniversary
For Immediate Release
LA QUINTA, CA, November 11, 2010 - Hailed by Der Spiegel magazine as one of the "Top Ten Classic Car Shows in the World," the Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance returns in 2011 with the theme "100 Years of Indy Cars," marking the 100th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500. The 4th Annual Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance, presented by La Quinta Resort & Club, will be held Sunday, February 27, in La Quinta, California. More than 200 rarely seen classic cars from museums and private collections will be exhibited for thousands of spectators.
"The Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance will be the first major car event of the year to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Indy 500," said founder Paul Merrigan. "In its honor, we will display many of the significant cars that have participated in 'The greatest spectacle in racing' over the past century."
Given the enthusiastic response to its previous events, the Desert Classic has initiated two days of classic car racing with the inaugural Historic Races at the new Chuckwalla Valley Raceway located east of La Quinta. Desert Classic SPEED WEEK begins February 19 and 20. The Concours d’Elegance pre-event will be conducted in partnership with the Vintage Auto Racing Association (VARA), the largest vintage racing organization in the country dedicated to the preservation of historic and classic race cars. Cars raced during the Desert Classic Races will be on display at the Concours' main event.
Among the many other exciting events scheduled is the Desert Classic Tour, held the day before the Concours d’Elegance. Spectators will be invited to view more than 75 spectacular vintage automobiles as they gather for a road tour on picturesque Main Street in Old Town La Quinta, an event that is open to the public.
The extraordinary and historic cars, summer-like weather in mid-winter and the spectacular setting at the legendary La Quinta Resort & Club has brought praise and recognition to the Desert Classic Concours d’Elegance from Motor Trend, Auto Week, Hemmings, and many more, distinguishing it among classic car shows in California and around the world. The 2011 event will include displays of other collectible items such as jewelry, watches and art, food and wine, hospitality tents, up-scale vendors, music and entertainment.
The Desert Classic Concours is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and net proceeds are distributed to charitable organizations. Sponsors of the 2011 event include La Quinta Resort and The City of La Quinta.
For more information, please visit www.DesertConcours.com, call 760-766-1777, or email info@DesertConcours.com.
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