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FROM CONCOURS, A23 In total, 124 cars filled Scripps Park for the competitions, and Dorvillier said the plethora of high-end cars made it difficult for the judges (six of whom came from Europe “on their own dime”) to choose a winner. “We had cars from all over the world, and there were five or six cars that could have won ‘Best in Show.’ That was the caliber of competition on the field.” Ultimately, a 1921 Duesenberg with a Dual Cowl Phaeton body, owned by Ron and Sandy Hansen, took the coveted “Best.” But gathering a collection of classic cars for a world-class Concours didn’t happen overnight. Dorvillier said there was a time in the event’s history when organizers were “begging for car clubs to participate,” but now “those days are behind us.” He explained, “Our efforts over the past five years are finally paying off. Our goal was to be one of the top (car) events in the country. The car collector world put us there last year. We’ve been recognized as one of the best Concours in the country. Hard work and a commitment to bring a spectacular event to La Jolla in an effort to continue to put a much-needed shine on our Village has finally paid off. The La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is now internationally respected as one of the top in the nation.” In addition to the spectators and participants, community groups also benefit from the show’s success. For the second year, ticket buyers had the option of using a promo code when purchasing online. With these codes, they could received $5 off the ticket price and organizations like La Jolla Town Council, La Jolla Parks & Beaches, La Jolla Village Merchants Association and San Diego Automotive Museum received a $10
Wayne and Kimberly Weeks, Bill Dorvillier, Tracy Hoogenberg, La Jolla Concours d’Elegance chair Mike Dorvillier donation. The event’s main beneficiary is La Jolla Historical Society (LJHS), which receives 100 percent of the proceeds. LJHS executive director Health Fox said the event “really supports us well,” so the Historical Society can continue to provide free exhibits and programs. “It will take a while before the full perspective on the financials are known, but I expect we will net in our target range of $50,000 to $60,000,” Fox said. “Proceeds from events like the Concours d’Elegance and the upcoming Secret Garden Tour (see related story on page B8) enable us year-round to present free exhibitions and educational programs, and allow the public to pull information from our archives.” Adding that he is “grateful to the planning committee, car entrants and all those who attended Concours,” Fox said this year was his fifth year at the event and it was “wonderful.”
PHOTOS BY VINCENT ANDRUNAS
Jennifer Barclay-Roach, Kevin Janusz
2017 La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Winners ■ Best in Show: 1921 Duesenberg, owned by Ron and Sandy Hansen ■ Most Outstanding Post-War: 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica two-door Aerodynamic Coupe, owned by Donnie Crevier and Larry Alderson ■ Most Outstanding Pre-War: 1936 Mercedes-Benz 290 Cabriolet two-door Convertible Coupe, owned by Aaron and Valerie Weiss ■ La Jolla Historical Society Preservation Award: 1966 427 Cobra Roadster, owned by Skip and Margo Atkins ■ HVA Award for Best Preserved Vehicle: 1934 Packard Super 8 1103 Sedan, owned by Randy Carlson ■ This Car Matters Award for a Well Preserved Car of Historical Significance: 1915 Packard 1-35 Touring, owned by La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club ■ The Spirit of Motoring Award: 1973 Lotus Elan Plus 2S 130 two-door Coupe, owned by Eric Hoover ■ Mayor’s Award: 1954 Packard Caribbean Convertible, owned by Bruce Spangrud ■ People’s Choice Award: 1951 Maserati A6G-2000 Pininfarina Coupe, owned by Riverside International Auto Museum Foundation ■ Phillip Wichard Memorial Trophy: 1934 Packard Twelve Model 1108 Runabout Speedster by LeBaron, owned by the William Lyon Family ■ Chairman’s Award: 1927 Packard 343 Murphy Convertible Sedan, owned by the Stephens Family ■ Honorary Judges Choice Award: 2005 Ford GT two-door, owned by Camilo Pardo ■ Aubrey Taylor Award of Excellence for Best Upholstery: 1953 Nash-Healey Pininfarina Convertible, owned by Petersen Automotive Museum ■ LPL Summit Most Elegant Award: 1929 Bianchi S8 Convertible Touring, owned by Roy Sayles
Concours entrant: A boat-tailed 1930s beauty
Concours entrant: 1931 Willys-Knight 66B
Concours entrant: 1927 Packard Model 343
— Photos of all the winners at: lajollaconcours.com/2017-winners
Concours entrant: 1931 Chrysler Imperial C6