Hilton Head Island, S.C., November 4, 2024 – The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival once again captivated hearts with its 2024 edition, celebrating not only automotive excellence but also community spirit. Held at the picturesque Port Royal Golf Club, this year's event drew an unprecedented number of attendees, all eager to witness the unveiling of the 1911 Oldsmobile Limited Touring Car, displayed by David and Patricia Peeler of Weddington, North Carolina and the 1957 Ferrari 250 GT TdF displayed by Frederick Fischer of Wildwood, Missouri, who were respectively crowned the Concours d’Elegance and Concours de Sport Best of Show winners. With more than 21,000 enthusiasts gathering to admire over 500 exceptional vehicles from around the globe, the festival was a dazzling celebration of innovation, history, and artistry. From informative exhibits to exciting driving tours, each moment offered a unique glimpse into the world of motoring magnificence set in the serene beauty of South Carolina’s lowcountry.
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Download the full awards list HERE Official Photography Credit "Courtesy of The Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival" Media Gallery: Click here Gallery Password: MediaHHIC24 A Celebration of Community and Charity This year's Concours was more than just a celebration of fine automobiles; it was a testament to the power of community. Nightly soirées and curated programming enriched the weekend, allowing guests to deepen their appreciation for the event's vibrant offerings. Proceeds supported numerous charitable initiatives and scholarships, underscoring the festival's commitment to giving back which has reached over one million dollars since the start of our event. Looking Ahead to 2025 The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival will return next year from October 31 through November 2, 2025, with even more exciting highlights. The event will honor Cadillac as the "Honored Marque" while also celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Chrysler. For a complete list of winners and updates on next year’s event, please visit our official website at www.HHIConcours.com. About the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival is a multi-day Lowcountry and motoring experience that entertains and educates while supporting youth programs. From lively parties to showcases of cherished car clubs, the festival brings together over 500 vintage and specialty vehicles in a celebration of craftsmanship, innovation and community spirit. Media Contact: Kelly Smith Phone: (843) 683-8386 Email: [email protected] Website: www.HHIConcours.com Facebook: @HiltonHeadIslandConcoursdElegance Instagram: @hhiconcours Click the button below for access to our 2024 media folder featuring images from our Lowcountry Driving Tour, Flights & Fancy, and Car Club Showcase.
Password: MediaHHIC24 by Harvey Geiger, HHIC Class Curator Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars will be featured at the 2024 Hilton Head Concours d’Elegance. Among the rare cars on the show field will be a 1925 Silver Ghost Piccadilly Roadster which was custom-ordered by famed businessman, film producer, and aviator Howard Hughes. His father was the founder of Hughes Tool Company which made a patented two-cone roller bit for the drilling of oil wells. Enjoying the fruits of being the son of an ultra rich industrialist, Howard’s first car was a 1920 Stutz Bearcat which he purchased when he was 14. With the death of his father in 1924, he inherited control of Hughes Tool at the age of 19 and soon married Ella Rice. On a Christmas trip to New York that year, he purchased two Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts, one for his use and the other for movie star Gloria Swanson who had a “special relationship” with his deceased father. He specified a lower windshield and a three piece set of monogrammed luggage for his Piccadilly roadster with coachwork by Brewster which was manufactured at Rolls-Royce’s plant in Springfield, Massachusetts. As was the Hughes family practice, he paid the list price of $13,450 which was almost 50 times more than the cost of a Ford Model T roadster. The car, with only 13,000 original miles, was purchased in 2014 by its current caretaker, Guy Lewis from Miami. Returning it to the original colors and condition, an extensive restoration was completed in 2019. Photo compliments of Bill Rothermel
by Harvey Geiger, HHIC Class Curator Clara Bow 1929 Rolls-Royce Derby Tourer at the Hilton Head Concours d’Elegance More than 25 Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars will be featured as the Honored Marque at the 2024 Hilton Head Concours d’Elegance on November 3rd. Among the rare cars on display will be a 1925 Silver Ghost Piccadilly Roadster, which was custom ordered by famed businessman, film producer, and aviator Howard Hughes, and a 1929 Derby Tourer which was an engagement gift to screen star Clara Bow. Clara Bow gained fame as the “It” girl (for those who were too polite to say “sexy”) and, along with Greta Garbo, Gloria Swanson, and the Gish sisters, was one of the Marilyn Monroe and Madonna figures of the silent movie era. She appeared in 46 silent films and 11 talkies and has recently gained contemporary recognition from Taylor Swift, who featured the song "Clara Bow" on her Tortured Poets Department album as “a commentary on what I’ve seen in the industry that I’ve been in over time.” As a rolling engagement gift on Valentine’s Day in 1929, cowboy star Rex Bell presented 26-year-old Clara with a Rolls-Royce built in their American factory in Springfield, Massachusetts, featuring Derby Tourer coachwork by Brewster. Clara kept the car in Los Angeles until 1933, when she retired to a ranch in Searchlight, Nevada. In the 1950s, the car was sold and subsequently acquired by Thomas Watson Jr., chairman of IBM. When Watson helped found the Owls Head Transportation Museum in Owls Head (Rockland), Maine, Bow’s car became part of the permanent collection. 1929 Rolls-Royce Derby Tourer at the Owls Head Transportation Museum
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