Inside Noosa Concours d'Elegance, Australia’s most exclusive car event

Hastings Street fell silent to traffic as Noosa Concours d’Elegance filled the beach town’s main strip with luxury cars and classic cars from across the decades.

More than 50 vehicles were parked bumper to bumper for the one-day display.

Brands included Ferrari, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Pagani, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz and Range Rover.

Visitors were able to see the cars up close, hear them run, and watch the people who keep these luxury cars and classic cars in top condition at work.

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Historic metal meets modern muscle at Noosa Concours d’Elegance

The Noosa Concours d’Elegance has been held annually for three years and is now firmly on Australia’s motoring calendar.

This year’s line-up ranged from the early 1900s to cutting-edge performance models, offering a rare chance to see over a century of engineering in one place.

The exclusive car event drew a mix of serious collectors, casual enthusiasts and first-time visitors, all there to enjoy an open-air celebration of luxury cars and classic cars.

A blue Pagani Huayra drew steady attention for its exposed carbon-fibre panels and complex detailing.

Parked nearby was a Range Rover Orpheus edition, one of only six produced.

Porsche presented several track-focused models, fitted with aerodynamic components and lightweight interiors.

The day began with a vehicle procession along Hastings Street.

The Porsche Carrera GT, with its naturally aspirated V10, was one of the loudest in the line-up.

Lamborghini was represented with a selection of V12 and V10 models.

Among the pre-war cars, the 1938 Bugatti Type 57C Aravis Special Cabriolet was a rare inclusion.

Best in Show went to a 1935 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante.

The Pagani Huayra won both People’s Choice and Next Gen Judges Choice.

Best Preservation was awarded to the 1905 Eugène Brillié 20/24 HP.

The 2005 Porsche Carrera GT was named Best Modern Car (post-1995), and the Best Classic Car (post-1945) title went to a 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400S.

Other entries included the 1910 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, Jaguar XJ220, Delage D6-70 Milord Cabriolet and McLaren 750S Le Mans Special Edition.

A live start of the Porsche 917/30 Can-Am racer was one of the day’s most attended moments.

Why the exclusive car event is worth the trip

The day closed as it began, with a full procession of vehicles rolling the length of Hastings Street, in Noosa, Queensland, giving spectators one last look at each entrant in motion.

The departure reinforced why the exclusive car event has quickly become a fixture in Australia’s motoring calendar.

The mix of rare machinery, expert presentation and open access creates a format that can stand alongside international concours gatherings.

For those visiting Australia in July, this is arguably the country’s best opportunity to see luxury cars and classic cars from private collections in one place.

The event’s location adds to its appeal.

Noosa offers more than just cars: Main Beach is a short walk from the display area, the coastal tracks of Noosa National Park start at the edge of town, and the riverfront at Noosaville provides a quieter change of pace.

The area’s restaurants and cafes range from casual beachfront spots to high-end dining, and the winter weather brings mild temperatures and clear skies.

Taken together, the exclusive car event delivers for enthusiasts and for visitors looking to combine a day of automotive history with a broader holiday experience.

And if you somehow leave Noosa Concours d’Elegance without at least picking a favourite, you might want to check if you’ve still got petrol in your veins.

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