The Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace brings together a selection of 60 of the rarest cars from around the world – many of which will never have been seen before in the UK.

The legendary Bentley 8-Litre will be on display at Hampton Court Palace this September. One of just 100 Bentley 8-Litres ever built, this car was designed for limousine comfort with sports car performance. In fact, the engine itself was derived from the unit that powered Bentleys to victory at Le Mans in both 1929 and 1930. #bentley #bentley8litre

Whether it’s a Fiat 500, Alfa 1750 GTV or a Maserati Merak, the Italians design cars with style and elegance, engineered with passion, and destined to be driven at ten-tenths everywhere. If you are the proud owner of car produced in Italy between 1940-1979, you can enter the Italian Stallions class as part of the 30UNDER30 display at Concours of Elegance 2021. (Pic credit: @timscott)

The Leg Warmers & Spice Girls class celebrates cars from 1980 to 1999, and reminisces the boom and bust period when motoring spawned some of its wildest cars. A time when Turbo was everything, this class celebrates the era that bought us hot hatches, boxy design language, Group B rally cars and plastic bumpers. If you would like to take part in the inaugural 30 under 30 Concours please send a brief description and image of your car to iain@thoroughevents.co.uk. (Pic credit: @timscott)

If you are under the age of 30, and own a car that falls into one of the six classes of the 30UNDER30 Concours, then you and your pride and joy could feature at Concours of Elegance 2021. The American Muscle class celebrates vehicles produced between 1940 and 1979 from the land of the rumbling V8, the pickup truck, the muscle car and the tailfin. Join us as we celebrate the nation with its own unique car culture that has spread all over the world. (Pic credit: @timscott)

The French have produced some of the most comfortable, eccentric and charismatic cars the world has ever known. From the quirky 2CV and its ability to drive over ploughed fields, to the sweeping elegance of the Delahaye as it conquered the Paris Dakar rally, the French Fancies (1940-1979) is a class for motorcars with that certain ‘je ne sais quoi’. (Pic credit: @timscott)

The ‘Best of British’ class, naturally, is a celebration of the best British cars. From the humble Morris 8, to the stately Rolls Royce Ghost, this class is for fans of cricket, afternoon tea, The Who and 'warm' beer. If you are under the age of 30 and are a proud owner of a car manufactured between 1940-1979, you can enter the ‘Best of British’ class of the 30UNDER30 Concours by contacting iain@thoroughevents.co.uk. (Pic credit: @timscott)

Concours of Elegance has been voted ‘Event of the Year’ by @thedriversunion – the UK’s premier supercar club with nearly 800 supercar owners. The event celebrates its tenth anniversary this year and will bring together a display of the rarest cars from around the world, including a selection of eclectic supercars from Drivers Union members. (Pic credit: @harcovisuals)

The 30UNDER30 Concours will gather 30 cars and owners across six different classes, spanning almost a century of the automobile. The ‘Pioneer Petrolheads’ class celebrates 1900-1939, a time when the humble horse and cart was replaced by a new invention, ushering in one of the most diverse and fastest developing periods in the motorcar's colourful history. (Pic credit: @timscott)

Introducing the 30UNDER30 Concours. Designed to welcome the next generation of motoring enthusiasts to the show, this feature shines a light on young enthusiast owners, helping them to protect and preserve our rich automotive history for years to come. The event is for anyone, 30 or under, that owns a motorcar created between 1900 and 1999. If you would like to take part in the inaugural 30UNDER30 Concours, please send a brief description and image of your car to iain@thoroughevents.co.uk. (Pic credit: @timscott)

This unique 1935 Hoffman X-8 was built in complete secrecy and kept under wraps until 1961 when engineer Roscoe C. Hoffman gifted it to his friend Brooks Stevens for display in his private museum. When creating this car, Hoffman combined his transaxle with a unique eight-cylinder engine, configured in an “X” pattern. Placing the X-8 ahead of the transaxle enhanced the car’s handling. An amazing automobile artifact of the 1930s 'Streamline Moderne' period, the Hoffman prototype is the only X-8 powered automobile known to exist.

This sensational 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 - a development of the legendary 6C 2300 – will be on display at the Concours of Elegance 2021. Proud winner of the 'Most Elegant Closed Car' Award at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in 2019, this car is a fantastic example of Italian post-war creativity and craftsmanship. #alfaromeo #alfaromeo6c

We are proud to welcome this special Aston Martin Cloverleaf back to the Concours of Elegance in 2021. It is one of only 57 Bamford and Martin Aston Martins ever made, and it is estimated fewer than 16 still exist worldwide. This car was competitively driven until the end of the 1960s, it also finished second in the historic Aston Hill race in 1924. #astonmartin #astonmastincloverleaf

This unique 1971 Citroën SM Mylord will be joining the near 1,000 cars on display at Concours of Elegance 2021. The cabriolet version of the Citroën SM, and the second of only five to be produced, the car was first displayed in Paris at the Salon de I’Automobile in 1972

We are looking forward to welcoming this 1963 Aston Martin DB4 Series 5 Vantage SS to Concours of Elegance 2021. Believed to be the only two-tone factory car, this fantastic machine has been used sparingly following an extensive four-year restoration #astonmartin #astonmartindb4 (Pic credit: Henry Allaway)

Wishing all of our followers a fantastic weekend! We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the grounds of Hampton Court Palace this September. Tickets are available today from just £30 from the link in our bio (Pic credit: Grant King)

This beautifully presented 1926 Bentley Sports 6 ½ Litre will be on display at the Concours of Elegance 2021 - a must-see for all Bentley enthusiasts #bentley

In just 55 days, our sister event – London Concours – will open its doors as the first major automotive event of 2021. London Concours 2021 welcomes nearly 100 of the most astonishing examples of automotive endeavour into the beautiful five-acre Honourable Artillery Company Gardens The full list of rare and exotic machinery joining the exclusive automotive garden party in the heart of the city has been revealed. Every car attending the show can be found on the website For 2021, the event has expanded to three days, with a dedicated VIP Day, a Style Edition Day and a Supercar Day between 8-10 June. Sales are limited to 4,000 per day to comply with Covid restrictions, so buy yours today to avoid missing out. Tickets are available from just £25 from the link in our bio (Pic credit: Tom Shaxson)

As lockdown restrictions start to lift, it’s time to start making plans for the summer and beyond. This September, the UK’s finest Concours d’Elegance returns as it also celebrates its tenth anniversary. The most ambitious and diverse event yet, this year's Concours of Elegance will feature nearly 1,000 vehicles on display across the weekend, including some of the rarest cars from around the world (Pic credit: Patrick White)

The magnificent AC Aceca will grace the grounds of Hampton Court Palace this September, as part of the display of 95 British cars from 1926-2021. The coupe version of the AC Ace, this model debuted at the 1954 Earls Court Motorshow. Will you be paying her a visit? #acaceca (Pic credit: @timscott)

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. From all of us at the Concours of Elegance, we pass on our deepest condolences to Her Majesty The Queen and The Royal Family at this sad time for our nation and the Commonwealth.

Concours of Elegance is proud to be partnering with @jimandtonicdistillery as a Luxury Partner for the event this September. The London distillery produces quality, sustainable spirits and can be found in the heart of the City #ginlovers #ginandtonictime #craftgin #londonlocal

@alangesoehne – Presenting Partner of Concours of Elegance 2021 – has launched today its 2021 debut models at the virtual Watches and Wonders – “Made in Saxony”. Their ambition is to never stand still, and this is reflected in each of these beautiful new novelties – LANGE 1 PERPETUAL CALENDAR, LITTLE LANGE 1 MOON PHASE and TRIPLE SPLIT Visit the link in our bio to learn more about each of the new watches and discover the subtle difference #alangesoehne #lange1perpetualcalendar #littlelange1moonphase #triplesplit #TheLangeDifference #watchesandwonders2021

Today marks 1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ days until the start of the Concours of Elegance 2021. Celebrating its tenth year, the most stunning and diverse display of cars will gather at Hampton Court Palace this September. Tickets are available from just £30 (Pic credit: Patrick White)

Concours of Elegance is delighted to announce @charlesheidsieckchampagne as Official Champagne Partner for the tenth annual event this September. One of the most decorated champagnes in the world, Charles Heidsieck was founded in 1851. Each wine represents a world of elegance and indulgence - each having its own personality and generous tone #socharles #champagne #charlesheidsieck