Mint 1957 Ferrari 335 S Wins Best Of Show at Salon Privé Concours

A stunning 1957 Ferrari 335 S, entered by American enthusiast Brian Ross claimed the prestigious Best of Show award at this year’s Salon Privé Concours on the grounds of an Oxfordshire estate.

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The award-winning Ferrari, bearing chassis number 0674, boasts a rich racing history. In 1957, it was campaigned by Scuderia Ferrari, with a lineup of star drivers. Peter Collins and Maurice Trintignant piloted it to sixth place at the Sebring 12 Hours in March of that year. The car then finished second in the Mille Miglia under the guidance of Wolfgang von Trips, a race recently brought to life in the Michael Mann film Ferrari. The car was later upgraded to a 4.1-litre engine for the Le Mans 24 Hours, where it set the fastest lap of the race, although it didn’t finish. It continued its racing career at the Caracas 1000km, securing a second-place finish with Mike Hawthorn and Luigi Musso. Post its stint as a works car, the Ferrari was sold to Luigi Chinetti, founder of the North American Racing Team, and made a mark by winning the Cuban Grand Prix in 1958 with Stirling Moss behind the wheel.

Second place at the Salon Privé Concours went to Lord Bamford’s 1933 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Sport Saloon by Freestone & Webb, known for its bespoke build for British industrialist Sir John Leigh. The Phantom II was meticulously restored to its original two-tone paint scheme and has been a regular winner at various concours events, including the Churchill Cup for Most Exceptional Design in 2022.

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Third place was awarded to a 1927 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS Fleetwood Roadster owned by Nic and Shelley Schorsch. This car, initially ordered by movie icon Rudolph Valentino, features unique coachwork by LeBaron of New York and was a head-turner with its Hollywood-worthy design.335 S

The 2024 Salon Privé Concours saw a diverse lineup of 72 international entries at Blenheim Palace, ranging from pre-war classics to modern supercars. The event featured 14 classes celebrating iconic brands such as Ferrari, Bugatti, and Rolls-Royce, judged by a distinguished panel of international experts.

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This year’s Salon Privé Concours showcased an impressive array of winners across various categories. The Chairman’s Award went to a 1923 Rolls-Royce Springfield Silver Ghost Pall Mall. The Duke of Marlborough Award was claimed by a 1993 Lamborghini Diablo. The Most Iconic award, also known as The George Barry Gregory Trophy, was won by a 1965 Rolls-Royce Phantom V by Mulliner Park Ward. Class winners spanned a wide range, from a 1927 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8AS Fleetwood Roadster to a 2004 Porsche 996.2 GT2. Other notable awards included Best Works Car for a 1956 Lister-Maserati and Best Interior for a 1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith by Mann Egerton.

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