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Michael Thies's Blog – January 2025 Archive (2)
Hagerty's 2024 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance by Mike Thies
The 2024 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, now under the stewardship of Hagerty, marked a significant milestone in the event's storied history. Held from February 29 to March 3, 2024, at The Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, this year's concours seamlessly blended tradition with innovation, attracting enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals from around the globe.…
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The 2023 Werks Reunion by Mike Thies
The 2023 Werks Reunion was on site at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, held on March 3, 2023, was a resounding success, attracting over 700 Porsche vehicles and thousands of enthusiasts. This event, organized by the Porsche Club of America (PCA), has become a cornerstone for Porsche aficionados, offering a unique blend of camaraderie, automotive excellence, and a celebration of the Porsche marque.…
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When Concours Was About More Than the Car by Mike Thies
When Concours Was About More Than the Car by Mike Thies
The Concours d’Elegance did not begin as a car show in the way most people think of one today. The idea goes back to Europe, where the word simply meant a “competition of elegance.” Long before automobiles, wealthy owners paraded fine carriages, fine horses, and fine clothes. When automobiles replaced carriages, the same idea carried over. The…
ContinuePosted by Michael Thies on June 23, 2026 at 10:30am
The Class Host at a Concours d’Elegance by Mike Thies
The Class Host at a Concours d’Elegance by Mike Thies
The Person Who Keeps the Field Working
A Concours d’Elegance may look simple from the outside: beautiful cars, polished chrome, fresh grass, well-dressed owners, judges with clipboards, and spectators enjoying the day. But anyone who has worked behind the scenes knows better. A…
ContinuePosted by Michael Thies on June 12, 2026 at 2:09pm
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