Top Marques Monaco : a return to the vintage era

Top Marques Monaco returns to the Principality in June with a dazzling exhibition of exclusive vehicles from yesterday, today and tomorrow.

International supercar show Top Marques is taking place in Monaco from 5 to 9 June at the Grimaldi Forum. Described by the New York Times as ‘the world’s most exclusive auto show’, Top Marques Monaco is THE car show for those who want to buy – or sell – exclusive models.

For its 19th edition, 13 iconic brands have chosen the event as the venue at which to launch their latest models, including Audi, Aston Martin, McLaren, Porsche, Laffite Automobili, Bertone, and the first battery-free electric car, The New Quant, from nanoFlowcell.

But Top Marques is not just a show for cutting-edge supercars. Under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco since its creation in 2004, the show opened its doors to classic cars for its 17th edition, offering luxury car enthusiasts the chance to buy models from all eras at the same show.

This year, more than 60 of the finest sports cars from the 20th century will be exhibited in the Classic Car Hall with highlights including a ‘Flèche d’Argent’ on the stand of the Car Collection of H.S.H. the Prince of Monaco in collaboration with the Musée National de l’Automobile in Mulhouse, and a 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400, presented by DPM MOTORS.

Visitors can also discover:

Antunes Automobiles

Founded by Naim Antunes, the son of coachbuilder Paulo Antunes, Antunes Automobiles will be present with a number of prestige vehicles including a Shelby Cobra 289 Fia and a Mercedes Benz Pagode 280 SL.

Belrose Classics

This exclusive Belgian coachbuilder draws its inspiration from legendary automotive icons, largely Bentley. Belrose Classics will bring to Monaco ‘British’ gems such as ‘The Speed 6 Blower Special’ (a recreation of the Bentley 4 1/2L Blower); and ‘The Bentley B-Racer Special’, inspired by the Bentley ‘Old 1’.

Boutsen Classic Cars

The company founded in 2018 by former Formula 1 driver Thierry Boutsen and his son Cedric will return to Top Marques for the 3rd year with a number of vintage vehicles including a 1990 Land Rover Defender 110 original V8 Nomad, a 1990 Ferrari 348 TB and a 1966 Porsche 911S.

The Car Collection of H.S.H. the Prince of Monaco and the National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse

These two renowned museums will be exhibiting on their joint stand the magnificent Flèche d’Argent, which was built in 1937. Visitors can also see – but unfortunately not buy – the Deutsch-bonnet coupé Frua, the model in which H.S.H. Prince Rainier III took part in the Tour de France in 1953.

DPM MOTORS

Established in 1997, DPM MOTORS has become a benchmark in the sale of new and used cars, both in Monaco and internationally. This will be their third appearance at Top Marques, with a cracking collection including a 1983 Ferarri BB 512, a 1964 Ferrari 250 GT Lusso and a 1967 Lamborghini Miura P400.

FAST’N CLASSIC GARAGE

This company from Noves, in the Bouches-du-Rhône region of France, will be bringing a collection of beautiful vintage American cars.

Fiat 500-Classic.com

Specialising in the restoration of old Fiat 500s, this company refurbishes the iconic Fiat 500 with top-quality engines and bodywork. Last year they sold almost all their stock, so potential buyers are advised to come early!

Groupe Segond Automobiles

The luxury car group will be present in the Classic Car hall with two second-hand Bugatti.

M.C.C. Monaco

M.C.C. Monaco has been a leading supercar, hypercar & classic specialist in Monaco since 2020. Visitors can discover a number of exceptional vehicles including a Ferrari 599 GTO, a Ferrari 275 GTB, a Porsche 930 Turbo and a Shelby Cobra 427 50th Anniversary.

Original Classic Garage

Original Classic Garage is a unique company combining old school and ultra-modern technologies without compromising on restoration quality. The company will be bringing, amongst others, a Porsche 911 SWB from 1965, and a Mercedes-Benz 220 SE.

RM Autosport

Former Lancia, Audi and Renault rally driver, influencer extraordinaire and Monaco personality Raul Marchisio will be present on his stand with a couple of as yet undisclosed surprises. You will have to come to the show to discover them!

SV Art & Motors

SV Art & Motors is based on a concept that fuses the love of cars and art and will expose both art and vintage vehicles, including a 1967 AC Cobra 427 (recreated in 1981), a 1956 Porsche 356, a 1990 Lancia Delta Evolution 1 MARTINI gr.A and the 2003 F1 Jordan ej13 with Cosworth v10, driven by Giancarlo Fisichella.

Top Classics

Experts in the restoration of vintage Mercedes-Benz, Top Classics will be returning to Top Marques Monaco with an incredible collection of the iconic marque including a Pagode 280 SL, a 300SL Papillon Rallye and a 280 SE Cabrio. Top Classics will also have a second stand dedicated to the Prancing Horse marque, with a Ferrari 488 spider and La Ferrari among others.

The 2nd edition of MonacoCarAuctions’ ‘L’ASTAROSSA™’ sale

Undoubtedly a highlight of Top Marques 2024 will be the 2nd edition of MonacoCarAuctions’ ‘L’ASTAROSSA™’ sale, being held on Saturday June 8th at 3pm. For this occasion, MonacoCarAuctions is gradually unveiling the models that will make up the catalogue for this auction exclusively dedicated to Ferrari. On the programme are a number of classics: models from the 60s, 70s and 80s, as well as every generation of Testarossa, which will enhance a catalogue that aims to be as eclectic as ever this year.

“The flagship models of the 2024 edition include a line-up of 330 GTCs, 365 GTCs, 365 GTC/4s, 365 GT2+2s and a 275 GTS. The latter, a certified Ferrari Classiche with just 3,500 km on the clock since its complete restoration, took part in the legendary Concours d’Élégance at Villa d’Este,” said MonacoCarAuctions founder Laurent Blomet yesterday.

“Finally, MonacoCarAuctions will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Testarossa by offering all the generations of this model: “monospecchio” and its unique rear-view mirror, “monodado”, 5-bolt, 512 TR and the rare F512 M will be under the glass roof of the Grimaldi Forum. Of course, the list doesn’t end there, as around sixty lots will go under the hammer on 8 June.”

The 19th edition of Top Marques Monaco will kick off at 8pm on 5 June with a preview cocktail party, before the official opening at 10am on 6 June.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.topmarquesmonaco.com.