Schedule of Events

 

2012 Schedule of Events

CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA

 

Short Lead Press Conference for the Concours d'Elegance of America

The Inn at St. John's - Galilee Room

Tuesday, July 17, 9:00 a.m.

 

Open Track Waterford Hills Raceway 

Waterford Hills Raceway

Open Track - Wednesday, July 25

Vintage Racing - Friday - Sunday, July 27 - 29

 

Automotive Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony

The Inn at St. John's

Thursday, July 26

 

Motoring Tour

Friday, July 27, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Departing from The Inn at St. John's, drive the countryside with a stop at Concours' Director, Richard Kughn's Collection. The tour will continue with the final stop for lunch at Mill Race Village in Northville. The buildings at the village will be open for touring. Classic cars and motorcycles, pre-1970, are welcome.

 

VIP Tour at the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House - Grosse Pointe, MI, <, , theth 

Friday, July 27, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Limited Availability

Depart from St. John's by charter motorcoach. The excursion includes luncheon, touring of the House, Gardens, Play House, and Gate Lodge Garage. Complete the visit with a trip to the Ford House Gift Shop.

               

Welcome Reception & RM Auction Preview

St. John’s Grande Ballroom

Friday, July 27, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

On Friday evening you may preview select automotive paintings and sculptures in a special showing prior to the Concours show on Sunday. Some of the world’s finest automotive artists exhibit at the Concours d’Elegance of America Invitational Art Exhibit. Also, RM Auctions will offer a preview of cars to be auctioned on Saturday.

                 

Plymouth Friday Night Concert in the Park

Friday, July 27, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Concours-type car display and free concert.

 

Concours Seminars

St. John's Conference Center

Saturday, July 28

BASF Classic Car Restoration Symposium: An all-day symposium consisting of a series of rotating restoration seminars on metal fabrication, finishes, chrome re-plating and leather work.

SCCA Trans-Am Series Car Assessment: Take a look at the values of the chief protagonists of the SCCA Trans-Am series: Porsche 911S, Alfa Romeo 2000 GTV, Datsun 240Z & 510, Plymouth 'Cuda AAR, AMC Javelin, Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang Boss 302.

 

American Speed Open House

American Speed Company, Plymouth, MI

Saturday, July 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visit this unique manufacturer of high quality, all steel 1933 Ford roadster bodies. Shuttle available from St. John's, no charge.

 

Free Screening of "Wagonmasters"

St. John's Conference Center

Saturday, July 28, shown on the hour, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy a first look at Wagonmaster, a 40-minute documentary, telling the story of the evolution of the station wagon and its effect on America.

 

6th Annual Bumpers, Bikes and Bands

Old Village Plymouth

Saturday, July 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

www.oldvillageplymouth.com

 

RM Vintage Motor Car Auction

St. John’s Grande Ballroom

Saturday, July 28, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The RM Auctions sale will feature an exciting array of high caliber classic and other collectible automobiles at one of the year’s most prestigious auctions.

Admission to this event requires the purchase of an official auction catalog available for $100.00 US (plus S&H where applicable). The catalog admits two and must be presented at the entrance to the sale to be granted entry. Please contact RM Auctions at (800) 211-4371 or visit their website: www.rmauctions.com

 

Saturday Night Charity Gala

St. John’s Atrium

Saturday, July 28, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

City of Northville Concours Preview Party

Saturday, July 28, noon to 10 p.m.

Classic cars and free showings of the movie "Tucker" at the historic Marquee Theater.

 

34th Annual Concours d'Elegance

The Inn at St. John’s

Sunday, July 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

General Admission: $25 (Includes free parking, shuttle and Program Book)

Children 12 years of age and under are free with paid adult admission.

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