The Amelia Winners: 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 and 1967 Lotus 49 Earn Best of Show Accolades as Enthusiasts Celebrate Speed and Elegance

Core Insights - The 30th Annual Amelia Concours d'Elegance showcased over 240 historically significant automobiles, with the 1938 Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 winning Best of Show in the Concours d'Elegance category and the 1967 Lotus 49 winning Best of Show in the Concours de Sport category [1][2][3] Event Highlights - The event took place from March 6-8, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Florida, attracting thousands of automotive enthusiasts and featuring a tribute to racing icon Hélio Castroneves [4][12] - The weekend included various activities such as fine dining, driving experiences, live auctions, and a showcase of automotive history [1][4] Auction Performance - Broad Arrow Auctions, the official auction of The Amelia, achieved $61.7 million in total sales with 88$9,465,000, making it the most valuable car sold by Broad Arrow to date [8][9][14] Attendance and Community Impact - The event welcomed 17,000 attendees and pledged $119,000 to local nonprofits, highlighting its community engagement [6] - Over 500 volunteers contributed to the event, showcasing strong community support [6] Future Events - The next Amelia event is scheduled for March 5-8, 2026, and car enthusiasts are invited to the Greenwich Concours from May 30 to June 1, 2025 [7]