RumbleSeat at The Amelia Concours d’Elegance 2025: A Celebration of Speed and Elegance

The 30th annual Amelia Concours d’Elegance delivered yet another unforgettable weekend of historic automobiles, racing heritage, and refined luxury at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Among the stunning vehicles on display, two remarkable icons took center stage, earning the coveted Best of Show awards: a 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 and a 1967 Lotus 49. The RumbleSeat team was on the ground, soaking in the sights, engaging with fellow enthusiasts, and celebrating the very essence of automotive passion.

A Weekend of Automotive Excellence

The Amelia is renowned for blending motorsport history with the elegance of a world-class concours. This year’s event featured:

• Over 240 historically significant automobiles showcased across 35 classes
• A moving tribute to racing legend Hélio Castroneves
• A thrilling Broad Arrow Auction with $61.7 million in total sales
• Exclusive driving experiences and luxury events
• A curated RADwood display celebrating ‘80s and ‘90s automotive icons

The Stars of the Show: Best of Show Winners

Concours d’Elegance: 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 – A masterpiece of pre-war engineering, originally ordered by Italian racing champion Giuseppe Farina. This rare short-chassis prototype stood out with its stunning design and storied history.

Concours de Sport: 1967 Lotus 49 – A Formula 1 legend, this Lotus debuted with the revolutionary Cosworth DFV engine, securing victories with legendary drivers like Jimmy Clark and Mario Andretti.

Broad Arrow Auctions: Record-Breaking Sales

The Broad Arrow Auction, the official auction house of The Amelia, saw intense bidding wars, with the 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider Competizione topping the sales chart at $9,465,000. Other highlights included a 1971 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV and a 1954 Jaguar D-Type ‘OKV 2’ Works Competition, proving that demand for historic race and road cars remains stronger than ever.

RumbleSeat’s Presence at The Amelia

Our team at RumbleSeat was thrilled to be part of this prestigious event, engaging with collectors, industry leaders, and enthusiasts alike. The Amelia embodies everything we love about classic and collector cars—history, craftsmanship, and community. From conversations with passionate owners to witnessing rare and significant vehicles up close, the experience reinforced our commitment to building a premier platform for automotive collectors and enthusiasts.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on an extraordinary weekend, we’re already gearing up for more automotive excellence in 2025. Whether through RumbleSeat Marketplace, our My Garage feature, or club integrations, we are dedicated to enhancing the collector car experience. For those who missed this year’s event, we encourage you to join us at upcoming concours and auctions throughout the year.

Stay tuned for more from the RumbleSeat team as we continue to celebrate automotive heritage and innovation. See you at the next big event!