The 7th edition of Chantilly Arts et Elegance Richard Mille, which took place on Sunday, 15 September, lived up to all its promises on the grounds of the Château de Chantilly. Since its creation in 2014, Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille has gone from strength to strength, now ranking among the most prestigious international Concours d’élégance, both in terms of its widespread success and the wealth of automobiles entered in the various competitions.

This year, no fewer than 28,000 spectators flocked to the foot of the Château de Chantilly to admire the various cars in the running, including the 10 concept cars that entered the Concours d’Elegance. Similarly, all eyes were riveted on the Le Nôtre lawns and the almost 100 cars from all over the world taking part in the Concours d’État The Most Beautiful Cars in the World, all vying for victory in their respective classes and for one of the two supreme Best of Show titles awarded according to their era.

The three competitions were judged by a jury of some fifty prestigious personalities whose eclectic mix of cultures and origins ensured their quality.

The presence of 40 clubs, bringing together 900 cars exhibited on the estate, was also an integral part of the event and contributed to the success of the huge Garden Party, which the public was invited to attend.

Ten cars were judged at this seventh edition of the Concours d’Elegance. In the image of the Concours d’Elegance of the 1920s, these extraordinary gatherings where exceptional cars of the era, often personalised by famous coachbuilders, were exhibited in the company of elegant women dressed in the latest fashions by the great names of French fashion, the concept cars paraded in the company of their regular models.

The 10 Concept-cars and Supercars

  • Alfa Romeo Stradale 33
  • Alpine Zagato – AGTZ Twin Tail
  • Bugatti Tourbillon
  • DS SM Tribute
  • Lamborghini Countach
  • Lancia Pu+Ra HPE
  • Maserati Gran Cabrio Folgore
  • McLaren Senna Sempre
  • Quarkus
  • Renault R17

The winner of the Concours d’Elégance was the superb Lancia Pu+Ra HPE. The Public Prize was awarded to the Bugatti Tourbillon.

From this unique exhibition, an exceptional car won the jury’s support for the award of the Best of Show for Pre-War cars: Bugatti T35C.

Talbot-Lago T26 GS Coupé was awarded the Best of Show for Post-War cars.

In the end, car enthusiasts of all generations, as well as the families present, were once again won over by the programme of this 7th edition of Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille, which celebrated the French art of living through numerous workshops and events held on the Chantilly estate.

Concours d’Etat Awards by Class

1) 100th anniversary of the Bugatti 35 – Tribute to Peter Mullin

1st Prize: Bugatti T35 C – 1928
2nd Prize: Bugatti T35 B – 1929
3rd Prize: Bugatti T35 B – 1927

2) Lancia in Rallye – 1951 – 1993: a 40 years history

1st Prize: Lancia Rally 037 Evo GrB – 1982
2nd Prize: Lancia Stratos Gr. IV – 1977
3rd Prize: Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evo Gr.A – 1992

3) Special-bodied post-war Lancias

1st Prize: Lancia Aurelia Florida Coupé Pininfarina – 1955
2nd Prize: Lancia Flaminia Zagato Sport 3C – 1960
3rd Prize: Lancia Aurelia B52 Vignale Coupe – 1952

4) Mercedes SL: History and evolution of a legend

1st prize: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL – 1955
2nd prize: Mercedes-Benz 230 SL – 1965
3rd prize: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster – 1957

5) Lamborghini Countach: 50th anniversary of the production

1st prize: Lamborghini Countach LP400 – 1977
2nd prize: Lamborghini Countach LP 5000 QV – 1985
3rd prize: Lamborghini Countach LP400 S – 1979

6) “La Folie des Grandeurs” Pre-War

1st Prize: Tatra T80 – 1931
2nd Prize: Rolls-Royce Phantom II Continental H.J.Mulliner Weymann Sports Saloon – 1931
3rd Prize: Delahaye 135 M Cabriolet Grand Luxe Chaperon – 1939

7) “La Folie des Grandeurs” Post-War

1st prize: Talbot-Lago T26 GS Coupé – 1949
2nd prize: Mercedes-Benz 600 W100 – 1969
3rd prize: Roll-Royce Phantom V – 1961

8) « Haute Couture » Maseratis: special coachwork models

1st Prize: Maserati Quattroporte II Prototipo Frua – 1971
2nd Prize: Maserati A6 Berlinetta Zagato – 1956
3rd Prize: Maserati A6 G Gran Sport 2000 Coupé Frua – 1952

9) Tribute to Carlo Chiti

1st Prize: Ferrari 250 GTO – 1962
2nd Prize: MCA Centenaire – 1994
3rd Prize: Alfa Romeo T33/2 Daytona – 1968

10) 4 and 6 cylinders racing Ferraris

1st Prize: Ferrari Dino 196 S – 1959
2nd Prize: Ferrari 500 TRC – 1957

11) 4 cylinders racing Porsches

1st Prize: Porsche 904 GTS – 1964
2nd Prize: Porsche 718 RS Spyder – 1960
3rd Prize: Porsche Devin D Spyder – 1957

12) Unrestored cars (Pre-War)

1st prize: Bugatti T44 Faux Cabriolet Labourdette – 1928
2nd prize: Chrysler Airflow Coupe – 1934

13) Unrestored cars (Post-War)

1st Prize: Citroën SM – 1971
2nd Prize: Alfa Romeo Giulietta SZ – 1960
3rd Prize: Shelby Cobra 289 SI – 1964

14) Charles Pozzi’s Ferraris

1st Prize: Ferrari 250 GTE – 1963
2nd Prize: Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Gr. IV – 1972

15) Formula One from 1964 to 1972

1st Prize: Ferrari 312 – 1967
2nd Prize: Lotus 33 – 1964
3rd Prize: BRM P261 – 1964

16) Special motorcycle class: BMW Boxer – History and Evolution of a Centenary engine

1st Prize: BMW R20 Concept – 2024
2nd Prize: BMW R1200 Cruser – 1997
3rd prize: BMW R80 G/S Basic – 1996

Prizes by Category

Grand Prix des Clubs FFVE: Vincennes en ancienne – TALBOT 126 BABY SPORT

Concours d’Elegance: Lancia Pu+Ra HPE

Public Prize – Concours d’Elegance: Bugatti Tourbillon

Best of Show Concours d’Etat

Pre-war: Bugatti T35C
Special Prize Restoration: Tatra T80
Post-war: Talbot-Lago T26 GS Coupé 1949
Special Prize Prize List: Dino 196S
Special Prize The works of Marcello Gandini: Lamborghini Countach

“For my first edition of Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille, I was deeply impressed by the incredible quality and diversity of the vehicles on display, as well as by the strong presence of the manufacturers. This event represents a unique opportunity for them to showcase their heritage while unveiling the concepts that are shaping the future.

“I am honoured to be taking over from Patrick Peter, who created this exceptionally elegant event. I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this day, from the partners to the organisers, from the judges to the visitors, who gave this event all its magic and refinement. I would especially like to thank our partner Richard Mille, without whom none of this would be possible,” – Marc Ouayoun, Managing Director of Peter Auto.

Photography by Ben Shuttleworth.