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SUPERCARS CLASS DEBUTS AT THE 2021 AMELIA CONCOURS

Jacksonville, FL - No formal definition or classification exists for the term “Supercar.” No matter. They are well named and exotic corporate statements created to deliver bragging rights; maximum automobiles with high entertainment value and somewhat less utility. But they summon powerful emotions when seen on the road or from the cockpit, and that’s most important component of the nonexistent supercar definition.

Photo: 1981 Lamborghini Countach LP400S courtesy of Curated Investments, LLC. Politically, Supercars are proof that capitalism works. Supercars are the stuff of fantasies. In 2021, The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will gather some of the greatest examples from the 1980s and 1990s in a grandiose display. Comprised of automobiles that many of our staff grew up dreaming about, maybe the class is best described as “a real-life gathering of childhood poster cars.” What better way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Lamborghini Countach than to bring what is arguably the most iconic Countach in existence, the 81/82 Monaco Grand Prix Safety Car?

Photo: 1990 Ferrari F40 courtesy of Deremer Studios, LLC. The 26th annual Amelia’s Supercar Class is also scheduled to include the majestic Ferrari supercar trio of the 288 GTO, F40 and F50. And if that’s not enough prancing horses for you, we invited the most famous 1980s Testarossa of them all, VIN 63259, the actual screen-shot car from the television series Miami Vice.

Photo: 1999 Mercedes AMG CLK GTR courtesy of The Redshift 75 Collection Germany will be well-represented with immaculate versions of BMW’s M1, a Porsche 959 and the show-stopping Mercedes-AMG CLK GTR. AMG, the performance wing of Mercedes, would design, build, and test the CLK GTR in 128 days. The resultant supercar would win at the A-1 Ring, Suzuka, Donington, Sebring and Laguna Seca.

Photo: 1995 McLaren F1 courtesy of Revs Institute/Peter Harholdt Great Britain’s supercar ambassadors include a stunning Jaguar XJR-15 and the iconic McLaren F1. Both represent what is possible when a manufacturers only apparent directive is, “do what needs to be done.” The Jaguar is the first road car to feature a carbon-fiber chassis and body. The F1 would hold the title of “fastest production car” for more than a decade.

Photo: 1993 Cizeta V16T courtesy of Curated Investments, LLC. What happens when an ex-Lamborghini engineer (Claudio Zampolli), a disco and electronic music pioneer (Giorgio Moroder) and a legendary automotive designer (Marcello Gandini) join forces? A radically styled 1990s supercar powered by a transversely mounted 540 horsepower sixteen-cylinder engine or the Cizeta V16T. The Amelia is excited to invite chassis #101, the same supercar featured in Cizeta’s press images and displayed at the 1993 Geneva Auto Show.

“It’s impossible not to giggle when I look over the list of cars in the 2021 Supercars class,” says Chris Brewer, The Amelia’s Director of Communications. “Growing up in the 1980s these are the cars that I pushed diecast versions of around on my folk's kitchen floor. The same cars I built monuments to on my bedroom walls. We are thrilled to bring so many incredible examples together for this year's concours. Look for a surprise or two as well!” Supercars will join The Amelia’s celebration of Hispano-Suiza, Porsche 935, Chevy Thunder, Weird & Wonderful and others at the 26th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, May 20-23, 2021.

AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW

For full schedule of events visit: https://www.ameliaconcours.org/ Visit the RM Sotheby's Amelia Island 2021 Auction Website Thursday, May 20, 2021 Guardians of Porsche Wine Maker's Dinner  6:30 - 10:30 PM

Begin your AMELIA weekend with an intimate four-course dining experience. A sommelier pairs each course with wines complementary to the menu. Cocktail Attire Advance Reservations, Limited Seating

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Friday, May 21, 2021

Porsche Driving Experience 7:00 am - 4:30 pm Departs from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport The Porsche Driving Experience departs from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport immediately following the 7:00 a.m. check-in and 7:30 a.m. drivers meeting with coffee and donuts. Participants will travel in their personal vehicles to a yet to be determined location where they will enjoy activities to include an autocross in one of the latest Porsches and a spirited ride with a professional driver. The tour will also make a stop at The Brumos Collection which began as an eclectic private automotive collection that was stored on-site at the Brumos car dealerships in Jacksonville, Florida. Many international and national award-winning cars, historical documents, and racing artifacts are housed in their new location. Lunch will be served. Limited to 125 cars Must be at least 21 years of age to participate in the event Required documents: Valid Drivers License  Ownership of a Porsche is not required

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Chevy Thunder Seminar 3 pm - 4:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom Presented by Chevrolet Motorsports.   Host: Ray Evernham   Panelists: Dale Earnhardt Jr. Herb Fishel George Follmer David Hobbs Brian Redman Dr. Eric Warren   A seminar hosted by NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief Ray Evernham to celebrate Chevy Thunder, which was the GM Racing tag line during the ‘80’s. Panelists scheduled to appear include: Herb Fishel – Director of GM Racing for 40 years; George Follmer – UOP Shadow Racing; David Hobbs – 1972 SCCA F5000 and SCCA Tran-Am Champion and Brian Redman – 3 time SCCA F5000 Champion and IMSA GTP Champion, all in Chevy powered cars, Dr. Eric Warren – Head of GM Racing and two-time Daytona 500 winner, Dale Earnhardt Jr.

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McLaren Dinner of Champions 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at The Ritz-Carlton, Talbot Ballroom Celebrate two legends & thought leaders Keynote: Miles Collier and Bill Warner  Cocktail attire

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Saturday, May 22, 2021

The All-Conquering Porsche 935 Seminar 3 pm - The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom Presented by Grundy Insurance   Host: Ray Evernham   Hurley Haywood Alwin Springer Brian Redman David Hobbs Kevin Jeannette Mark Raffauf Jack Atkinson   A seminar hosted by NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief Ray Evernham to tell stories of racing, preparing and writing rules for the all conquering Porsche 935 when it raced in IMSA. Panelists scheduled to appear include: Hurley Haywood – Interscope, Bayside and Brumos Racing; Jack Atkinson – crew chief of the 1973 to 1980 Brumos Racing team; David Hobbs – John Fitzpatrick Racing; Kevin Jeannette – Swap Shop Racing crew chief; Mark Raffauf – VP of Competition at IMSA; Brian Redman – Dick Barbour Racing and Alwin Springer – ANDIAL.

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Honoree Gala Dinner 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom Honoring Lyn St. James Black Tie Optional 2021 Honoree Lyn St. James

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Sunday, May 23, 2021

The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance  9:30 AM - 4:30 PM The Golf Club Amelia Island 10th & 18th Fairways   General Admission Adult: $125 – Purchased April 1, - May 22, 2021 General Admission Adult: $150 – Purchased at the Gate/Day of Event General Admission Early Entry Adult $185.00 - Purchased July 6- May 22, 2021 *Ltd. Qty General Admission Early Entry Youth $100.00 - Purchased July 6- May 22, 2021 *Ltd. Qty General Admission Youth 13-17 years old: $60 (12 and under free w/paying adult) Active Duty Military and Dependents with Active Duty ID: $60 each available on-site only

Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Tickets

Buy 2021 Event Tickets in Person - Ticket Sales Locations Claude Nolan Cadillac, 4700 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216 Jaguar Land Rover Jacksonville, 11217 Atlantic Blvd #1, Jacksonville, FL 32225 Mercedes-Benz of Orange Park, 7018 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244 Mercedes-Benz of Jacksonville, 10231 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225 Lexus of Jacksonville, 10259 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225 Lexus of Orange Park, 7040 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244 Porsche Jacksonville, 11211 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225 Fields Cadillac Jacksonville, 7999 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244 Fields Cadillac St Augustine, 375 Outlet Mall Blvd, St Augustine, FL 32084 Amelia Island Chamber of Commerce, 961687 Gateway Blvd, ste. 101G, Amelia Island, FL 32034 Amelia Island Welcome Center, 102 Center St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Golf Club of Amelia Island, 4700 Amelia Island Pkwy, Amelia Island, FL 32034

Concours and More  8:30 AM - 4:00 PM The Golf Club of Amelia Island Ticket includes early entry into the show field at 8:30 AM A private lunch inside the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island(11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) in the Talbot Ballroom Event Poster (to be distributed at lunch) Tickets not available day of show

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Club Amelia  8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Club Amelia Pavilion on the Showfield Presented by WeatherTech Your Club Amelia Ticket includes: Early Admission onto the show field at 8:30 AM (One hour prior to gates opening to public) Collectible Program Collectible Poster Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack Hosted Bar Covered seating located in the Awards Presentation area Private restrooms for Club Amelia Patrons Parking decal provided. It is not necessary to purchase General Admission tickets for entry onto the show field. Your Club Amelia ticket is your entry into the show field.

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About The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance    THE AMELIA is held May 20-23, 2021 at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and The Golf Club of Amelia Island. The show’s Foundation has donated over $3.75 million to Community Hospice & Palliative Care, Spina Bifida of Jacksonville and other local and national charities since 1996. To learn more about the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, visit www.ameliaconcours.org. The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance| 904-636-0027 | E-mail | Website