ExCel, London, UK. 24th February, 2017. Second day of the 2017 Classic Car Show and visitors fill the halls for the first full day to study luxury supercars and classics up close. Credit: Malcolm Park editorial/Alamy Live News.
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Official release: With record crowds, record breaking displays, record numbers of exhibitors selling cars for record prices, The London Classic Car Show (23-26 February) has further established itself as the Capital’s premier feast of automotive culture and nostalgia. This year’s enlarged showcase built significantly on the notable successes of the two previous shows, attracting unprecedented attendances on all four memorable days. In total, more than 37, 000 visitors (a significant 11 per cent increase on 2016) savoured close to 800 of the world’s finest classic cars on display at ExCeL London. With a combined estimated value of more than £500m, these ranged from barn-finds and in-progress restorations to unique concepts and pure-bred, championship winning race cars. Sparkling displays provided by independent vendors ensured all the great marques were well represented in glittering style. AC, Alfa Romeo, Alvis, Bentley, Bugatti, Fraser Nash, Jaguar, Lotus, Mercedes, MG, Porsche, Rolls Royce and TVR were all included as well as many lesser known brands adding further to visitor interest and intrigue. These lined up alongside a number of today’s manufacturers such as Abarth, Aston Martin and Maserati all exhibiting their latest models alongside icons from their rich respective heritages. The main spotlight in 2017, though, was firmly on Ferrari. The celebrated Italian company turns 70 this year and The London Classic Car Show presented an incredible display starring 21 of the greatest cars ever to wear the illustrious Prancing Horse. Never have so many rare and historic Ferraris been displayed in London; the special showcase was conservatively valued at more than £120 million. The eye-catching tribute featured fabulous examples all the greats – Daytona, 275 GTB, Dino, 250 California, F40 and F50 – and was topped by a scarlet 250 GTO – the most revered and valuable of all Ferraris.