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At least one in four vehicles to be showcased at this year’s Top Marques Monaco is electric, confirming the event’s leading position as a launchpad for the transport of tomorrow.

“We’re well on the way to achieving our promise: at least 30% of all exhibitors will be “green” by 2025, the year of Top Marques’ 20th anniversary,” says Emeric Garcia, the show’s director.

Monaco is pioneer in the field of ecology under the impetus of its Sovereign, H.S.H. Prince Albert II. It is of great importance that Top Marques, held under H.S.H Prince Albert II’s High Patronage, strives to promote the efficiency of green technology with a section dedicated entirely to new transport innovations.

The significant percentage of green technology also highlights the march towards electrification in the supercar sphere, one which has traditionally been the preserve of throbbing petrol machines.

Iconic brands such as Audi, McLaren, Pininfarina, Porsche and Rolls Royce will be present in June with their latest electric or hybrid models. They will be joined by new models by Tesla, BYD, Zero Motorcycles, EyeLights, and nanoFlowcell, which will be present with The New Quant, the world’s first electric vehicle which runs without a battery.

Other highlights include Venturi Astrolab’s latest FLEX rover, chosen by NASA to go to the Moon in 2030, and Qibus, a revolutionary technology which allows any modern car to be driven by a remote-control device thousands of miles away.

The exceptional showase of revolutionary vehicles will complete the very latest thermal supercars, motorbikes, superyachts and classic cars.

Tesla choses Top Marques for its first ever European tour

June 5 to June 6

Undoubtedly one of the highlights of this year’s line up at Top Marques Monaco is the Tesla Cybertruck, which will make one of its first appearances in France. The electric pick up with a range of 340 miles will begin its odyssey across Europe this week, calling at a total of 100 locations. Its’ 24 hours at Top Marques, from Wednesday 5 June to the evening of Thursday 6 June, will be its first participation at a European auto-show.

Tesla will also be present with its Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y.

Electric and hybrid innovations in more detail….

Artura Spider by McLaren

The new Spider offers significant improvements on the original Artura: more power, more performance and greater driving pleasure, all under open skies. The 3.0L V6 engine and electric motor now deliver a combined output of 700 bhp!

Artura Spider by McLaren

The new Spider offers significant improvements on the original Artura: more power, more performance and greater driving pleasure, all under open skies. The 3.0L V6 engine and electric motor now deliver a combined output of 700 bhp!

Edizione Nino Farina by Pininfarina

After presenting the Battista in 2019, the Italian manufacturer is now unveiling a new edition of its 100% electric hypercar, called the ‘Edizione Nino Farina’. Produced in just 5 examples, this Battista pays tribute to Giuseppe ‘Nino’ Farina, the first world champion in the history of F1 and winner of the Monaco Grand Prix in 1948.

The New Quant by nanoFlowcell

nanoFlowcell is the leading R&D company for advanced flow cell energy and n-AI technologies. Its nanoFlowcell® energy technology is eco-compatible, economical as well as clean and safe. The New Quant features a cutting-edge 48-volt low-voltage system and showcases the company’s commitment to excellence.

Porsche Macan Electric

With its powertrain developing up to 639 hp (470 kW), the compact SUV delivers remarkable electric performance on any terrain and offers absolute comfort in everyday use. Ten years after the launch of the Macan, Porsche is presenting the second generation of the model in a 100% electric version with a maximum recharging capacity of 270 kW and a range of up to 613 km.

Rolls Royce Spectre

The world’s first ‘ultra-luxurious 100% electric super coupé’, Spectre is also the most aerodynamic Rolls-Royce in the brand’s history.

Audi S1 Hoonitron quattro

Electrified and inspired by the iconic design of the 1985 Audi Sport quattro S1, the Audi S1 Hoonitron quattro was developed exclusively for American drift legend Ken Block.

BYD

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturersBYD offers six 100% electric cars divided in two ranges: the ‘Dynasty’ range and the ‘Ocean’ range. The brand’s models are equipped with BLADE Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries.

The Rocket One by EyeLights

This futuristic high-performance electric motorbike is a fusion of motorcycling heritage and the world of aeronautics. The Rocket One inherits technology from fighter pilots. With no cluster, all the information is displayed on the helmet in Augmented Reality. Excellence and performance define this motorbike: 0-100km/h in 2.6s, 1200Nm of torque on the rear wheel, and 180hp.

Zero Motorcycles

An American brand of electric motorcycles, renowned for its commitment to electric mobility and its innovative models. With its advanced technology, it offers high-performance, reliable motorcycles that help reduce emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.

Transport of tomorrow

The FLEX rover from US company Venturi Astrolab has been selected by NASA to take part in the development of a lunar vehicle for the Artemis programme. As part of the strategic partnership between Venturi Astrolab and the Monegasque Venturi Group, the FLEX batteries are designed and manufactured in Monaco, while the hyper-deformable wheels have been designed and produced in the Swiss branch of Gildo Pastor’s Group. FLEX will also be transported by SpaceX to the Moon in 2026.

Qibus will come all the way from California to demonstrate their groundbreaking remote driving platform, controlling a vehicle from thousands of miles away with precision. Discover how Qibus is redefining transportation through cutting-edge innovation.

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

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

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.

An unprecedented number of supercar world debuts including new models from Aston Martin, Audi, McLaren, and Porsche were today confirmed for the next edition of Monaco’s luxury auto show, taking place at the Grimaldi Forum from June 5 to 9.

In total, nine supercars will be unveiled to the public for the first time, with two more making their Monaco début. These consumer auto launches will be joined by world premieres in both the motorbike and yachting areas, whilst the Tesla Cybertruck will also make one of its first appearances in France.

The exception line-up for the 19th edition of Top Marques Monaco was announced today at the event’s press conference, held at Monaco’s Casino de Monte-Carlo.

“For the first time in 19 years, we’re going to have an unprecedented number of launches. This makes Top Marques an unmissable event in the automotive world,” said Emeric Garcia, Director of Top Marques Monaco.

«We’re the only show that brings together under one roof a classic hall, a supercar hall with new technologies and motorbikes, a superboat section, an area for watches and jewellery, an automotive art gallery, and a Ferrari auction in partnership with MonacoCarAuctions.»

Presentation of the latest supercar models, innovation, vintage vehicles

Other supercar brands to present their latest models for sale at this year’s Top Marques Monaco include Bentley, Bugatti, Dallara, Ferrari, Ineos, Klassen, Mercedes, Pininfarina, Range Rover, Rolls Royce.

Meanwhile, in the area dedicated to innovation, exhibitors such as China’s BYD, Venturi, and Audi with an exclusive display of its 100 % electric Audi S1 Hoonitron developed for the legendary American drifter Ken Block will shine the spotlight on green technology and the transport of tomorrow.

Two years ago, organisers introduced classic cars to the event. For its third edition, the vintage section will boast more than 60 exceptional sports cars from the 20th century on display and for sale. Highlights will include a stand dedicated to Ferrari and Mercedes by Top Classics, Bentleys by Belrose Classics, emblematic Fiat 500s, as well as multi-brands specialists such as DPM Motors, Orginial Classic Garage, SV Art and Motors, M.C.C Monaco and Boutsen Classic Cars.

The classic car hall will be completed by a magnificent display on the stand of H.S.H. the Prince of Monaco’s Car Collection of a rare ‘Flèche d’Argent’ built by Mercedes in 1937. The winner of multiple Grand Prix, the historic vehicle has been loaned to the Monaco museum by the national auto museum of Mulhouse.

A Ferrari auction, giveaways, Carspotter Awards

• The 2nd edition of the ‘L‘Astarossa’ 100% Ferrari auction to be held on Saturday June 8 at 3pm.
• Top Marques Monaco’s ambassador and auto-influencer GMK will launch a giveaway to win 10 Play Station 5.
• The 2nd edition of Top Marques Monaco Carspotters Awards will take place during the show – with two categories this year : supercars and classic cars.
• An art competition in partnership with the Monaco education authority has been launched to find Top Marques Monaco’s first ever official mascot. Open to school children in Monaco aged from 9 to 13, entrants are asked to design a mascot which will be created and sold at next year’s show – the 20th edition.

zondacrypto, new principal sponsor

In other headline news, Mr Garcia announced the participation of a brand new sponsor, zondacrypto, with whom Top Marques Monaco has signed a three year contract.

«Top Marques couldn’t exist without our sponsors and I’d like to thank them all for their infalliable support. We are delighted to be able to welcome on board today our new title sponsor zondacrypto, one of the largest regulated crypto-currency exchange platforms in Europe.
«Already a partner of Juventus, we are extremely excited that zondacrypto has chosen to join our existing sponsors Dassault Aviation, Jutheau Husson, Deco-Flamme and A Roca for our 19th edition. I’d also like to welcome NFTouring as a new sponsor for the 2024 edition. I believe it’s going to be a winning team this year !»

Mr Przemyslaw Kral, CEO of zondacrypto, said today: «As a top regulated crypto brand we are very glad that we can partner up with Top Marques Monaco in order to provide exceptional experience for the attendees. Our aim is to become the first regulated cryptocurrency exchange in the Principality of Monaco, as well as support the Principality in introducing the cryptocurrency regulations. Our engagement in events such as Top Marques proves our dedication to having local footprint in the community.»

Top Marques Monaco kicks off at 8pm on 5 June with a preview cocktail, before the official opening at 10am on 6 June.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.topmarquesmonaco.com where a press kit with photos and information can also be found.

The German sports car brand has chosen Top Marques Monaco as the show venue for an exclusive presentation of its new Audi RS 6 Avant GT.

Audi will return to the Principality for the second year running to reveal its new models at the 19th edition of Top Marques Monaco, from 5 to 9 June 2024.

Last year, for the 18th edition of the show, Audi was present with the Audi RS 6 GTO concept. And this year, Audi will have the great honour of exclusively exhibiting not one but two models: the latest Audi RS 6 Avant GT and the New Audi S3. These iconic cars will be accompanied by Ken Block’s Audi S1 Hoonitron.

The new Audi models will be among 13 supercars, superyachts and motorbikes unveiled to the public for the first time at this year’s Top Marques Monaco, which will take place at the Grimaldi Forum under the High Patronage of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco.

New Audi RS 6 Avant GT: an exclusive model with well-known origins

The New Audi RS 6 Avant GT stands out from the other models in the A6 family, the Audi RS 6 Avant and the Audi RS 6 Avant performance version, thanks to its even more impressive appearance based on the RS 6 GTO concept, first presented at Top Marques Monaco last year.

This special edition is packed with exclusive exterior and interior details.
The twin-turbo V8 engine develops 630 bhp and 850 Nm of torque between 2,300 and 4,500 rpm. Finally, historic stickers based on the Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO guarantee the model’s exclusivity.

New Audi S3: High-performance, agile and progressive

First launched in 1999, the Audi S3 quickly won over car enthusiasts with its unique blend of performance, sophistication and comfort. The brand with the four rings recently unveiled its new version of the Audi S3, available in Sportback and Saloon body styles, which is highly efficient, agile and expressive. Increased power, torque distribution and other technological innovations ensure high performance and excellent handling.

Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron: a unique 100% electric vehicle

Modernized, electrified and inspired by the iconic design of the 1985 Audi Sport quattro S1, the Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron was developed exclusively for American drift legend Ken Block. This unique, all-electric car was the star of the Electrikhana and Electrikhana 2 drift videos that Ken Block produced with his team and which were released in 2022 and 2023.

The 19th Edition of Top Marques Monaco

Top Marques Monaco is a unique automotive event where almost every vehicle on display is for sale. As well as an unprecedented range of world-first supercars, the show will also highlight rare classic cars, bespoke motorbikes, exclusive watches and jewellery, nautical toys and superyachts, all of which will be offered for sale at this unique luxury show. There will also be a ‘100% Ferrari’ auction, organised in partnership with MonacoCarAuctionsTM, being held on Saturday June 8.

Top Marques Monaco kicks off at 8pm on 5 June with a preview cocktail, before the official opening at 10am on 6 June.

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