LOWCOUNTRY GT NAMED PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE & MOTORING FESTIVAL
New Multi-Year Partnership Reflects Shared Commitment to Automotive Preservation & Community
The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival proudly announces Lowcountry GT as its new Presenting Sponsor through a multi-year partnership that signals an exciting new chapter for one of the Southeast’s most celebrated automotive events.
Founded and led by successful executive, automotive enthusiast and collector, Steve Menzies, Lowcountry GT curates and restores coach-built and grand touring motorcars and other extraordinary automobiles inspiring excellence in design and craftsmanship. The Bluffton, South Carolina based company is establishing its permanent presence in the Lowcountry with its (soon-to- open) automotive studio in Bluffton and becoming an active participant in the Concours event and region's automotive community.
The partnership extends beyond traditional sponsorship. It represents a shared vision centered on preserving automotive heritage, celebrating craftsmanship, creating meaningful experiences, and inspiring future generations of enthusiasts.
"We are thrilled to be part of the Lowcountry automotive community and honored to be so involved in the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance and Motoring Festival. Lowcountry GT was founded on the belief that extraordinary automobiles tell extraordinary stories- a view the Concours leadership shares," said Steve Menzies, Founder and Principal of Lowcounry GT. "This event shines a light on the automotive world presenting so many incredible automobiles to bring the community together while supporting youth development. It's that mission that compelled us to become involved with the Concours. We look forward to working with the leadership of the Concours to make this a premier event in, not only the Lowcountry, but the Southeast region. We especially look forward to expanding the impact the Concours can have on the community.”
As Presenting Sponsor, Lowcountry GT will become deeply integrated into the festival experience through enhanced guest engagement, hospitality initiatives, and support of the event’s charitable and educational mission.
“This partnership is the definition of authentic collaboration,” said Rick Sabol, Executive Director of the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. “Steve and the entire mission behind Lowcountry GT proves this event is much more than beautiful automobiles. It’s about preserving history, supporting our community, creating unforgettable experiences, and inspiring future generations. Their enthusiasm, vision, and commitment make them an ideal partner as we continue building upon the legacy of this remarkable event.”
The Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival returns October 29 through November 1, 2026. Additional details regarding Lowcountry GT’s involvement and future initiatives surrounding the partnership will be announced in the coming months.
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ABOUT LOWCOUNTRY GT
Lowcountry GT is a Bluffton, South Carolina automotive studio specializing in exceptional coach-built and grand touring motorcars, alongside rare and significant automobiles that exemplify timeless design and craftsmanship. We guide collectors through every stage of ownership—from sourcing and restoration to presentation and placement—with a commitment to authenticity and enduring quality. To learn more and be the first to receive updates visit LowcountryGT.com
ABOUT HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE & MOTORING FESTIVAL
The Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival is one of America's premier automotive lifestyle events and a cherished Lowcountry tradition. Each fall, collectors, enthusiasts, manufacturers, luxury brands and families gather on Hilton Head Island for a four-day celebration of automotive excellence, craftsmanship, design and innovation set against the backdrop of the South Carolina coast.
Known for its signature blend of world-class motoring experiences and genuine Southern hospitality, the Festival offers far more than an extraordinary display of automobiles. From inspiring future enthusiasts through educational opportunities and hands-on experiences to supporting charitable initiatives that strengthen the local community, the Concours serves as both an economic driver and a source of distinction for the Lowcountry.
The Festival welcomes visitors from around the world while remaining deeply rooted in its commitment to giving back, preserving automotive heritage, and creating meaningful experiences that connect generations through a shared passion for the stories, artistry and innovation behind the machines that move
