Experts Behind the Icons: Specialist Dealers at the Concours of Elegance 2026
As Europe’s premier concours event returns to the magnificent gardens of Hampton Court Palace this September, the Concours of Elegance once again unites some of the most distinguished names in the collector car world. From venerable marque specialists and veteran restorers to passionate collectors-turned-dealers and bespoke automotive craftsmen, the 2026 Specialist Dealer line-up represents an extraordinary breadth of knowledge and heritage.
Frank Dale
Established in 1946, Frank Dale holds the distinction of being the world’s oldest independent Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialist, a lineage that makes their presence at Hampton Court Palace entirely fitting. Founded by Frank Dale himself in post-war London, the company has passed its unrivalled expertise through successive generations, building a reputation founded on integrity and an encyclopaedic understanding of two of Britain’s most storied marques. Whether caring for a Silver Ghost, a pre-war Derby Bentley or a modern Continental, the team at Frank Dale brings the same meticulous approach that has defined the company across eight decades.
Hilton & Moss
For over 40 years, Hilton & Moss has been a name synonymous with excellence in the world of classic and high-performance cars. Founded on a passion for performance and classic vehicles, the business has grown from its roots in Hilton Coachworks into a comprehensive operation based in Hertfordshire. Offering restoration, servicing, sales and storage to a global clientele, the company has become particularly celebrated as the UK’s leading classic Mercedes-Benz service centre, though their expertise spans an impressive array of marques. Their stand at Hampton Court Palace will once again showcase both their remarkable inventory and the depth of skill that has earned them an outstanding international reputation.
Fiskens
Fiskens’ reputation is built on three rock-solid principles: knowledge, trust and discretion. Founded by Gregor Fisken in 1996 in London’s South Kensington, the dealership has grown to become internationally acknowledged as the foremost dealer in fine historic automobiles. Operating from their famous Kensington mews showrooms, the team handles the very best vintage and competition cars, with a particular interest in the great sports-racing machinery of the 1950s and ’60s. Given the number of rare and historically important competition cars that have passed through the mews, motor racing lies at the very heart of Fiskens’ identity, and their stand at the Concours of Elegance invariably reflects that heritage.
Jonathan Wood Vintage Car Restorations Ltd
Jonathan Wood Ltd specialise in the restoration and maintenance of vintage and veteran cars, and are particularly well known for their work with Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts. Jonathan Wood started the business in 2001, inspired by a childhood surrounded by vintage cars and his father’s unrivalled enthusiasm for Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars. Based in rural Essex, the team is celebrated for its detailed approach to every project. Their guiding philosophy, to restore rather than renew, and to conserve wherever possible, ensures that every car leaving their workshop remains correct and original, even following major works. It is a commitment to authenticity that resonates deeply with the spirit of the Concours of Elegance.
Trofeo Cars Limited
Trofeo is a family-run business specialising in the acquisition, management, storage and sale of the finest automobiles, searching for cars and motorcycles with provenance that inspire genuine passion and offer long-term collectability. The company takes its name from the Alfasud Trofeo racing series of the 1970s and ’80s, a heritage that speaks to the motorsport passion coursing through everything Trofeo does. Above all, the Trofeo team are collectors and enthusiasts first, and the cars they bring to Hampton Court Palace reflect exactly that ethos. With an eye for significant provenance and a deep-rooted enthusiasm for driving, Trofeo’s Enhanced Specialist presence will be one of the highlights of the 2026 event.
Chiltern Aston
Chiltern Aston Centre is a multi-approved and authorised Aston Martin specialist and service centre that was established in 1968, making it one of the longest-standing independent Aston Martin specialists in the world. Based in Bovingdon, Hertfordshire, Chiltern Aston’s large premises incorporates both ‘New Era’ and ‘Heritage’ service and engineering workshops, an Aston Martin Approved Body Repair Centre, a Heritage Parts Department and a large onsite showroom. Regarded as one of the leading independent Aston Martin specialists, the company was appointed as one of only twelve worldwide Aston Martin Heritage Partners, an accreditation that speaks to the depth of their expertise. From the earliest DB-series cars to the most celebrated grand tourers, Chiltern Aston’s presence at Hampton Court Palace underlines why Aston Martin and the Concours of Elegance are such natural companions.
Automotive Artisan
Joining the 2026 Concours of Elegance as an Enhanced Specialist Dealer, Automotive Artisan brings to Hampton Court Palace a philosophy built on the finest standards of craftsmanship and an uncompromising commitment to quality. In a market where provenance and presentation are everything, Automotive Artisan represents a new generation of specialist that combines genuine passion for exceptional automobiles with the artisanal expertise to present them at their very best. Their elevated presence at this year’s event promises a display that will delight collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Experience the knowledge and extraordinary machinery for yourself when the Concours of Elegance 2026 takes place at Hampton Court Palace from Friday 4th to Sunday 6th September.