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Continuing on the Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

Apr 14, 2014,07:00 AM

Perhaps I could devote some space to the vehicles parked around on the lawns. How can I manage to convey the enormity of this show?

Some Purists I know are interested in the beauty of the automobile. Raise your hand if that's your preference ... I took some face shots for you:

Others might say that outside beauty is fine, but true beauty is found on the inside. That's fine with me; I got some photos of the inner beauties too.

I loved this art deco dash. It appeared to be pewter - the patina was great!

A TV set in the back of the Rolls always is going to be a bit dated... but the wine might be nicely aged.

Swing-away steering wheel for those of "substantial girth"

Engine-turned dash is a treat to see.

This pair of Mercedes-Benz roadsters (enhanced, not original) complemented one another. I didn't notice the sleek doorhandles until I posted this picture.

I did notice the chest piercing steering column with discreet horn button on the green car.

Porsche, in case you didn't know.

Auburn.

McLaren.

I realize that some mechanically-minder speed demons are champing at the bit with all this beauty stuff, muttering "Show us your engine" and so I am happy to comply:

Chevrolet V8 for some

Ford V8 for others

Hudson Twin H-Power Straight 6 for those who take the road less traveled ...

and for the rest, only 12 cylinders will do. Old flathead Lincoln for some;

or do you prefer your 12 cylinders to be from Lamborghini, and newly fabricated?

You can have cladding on your engine

Or be strictly business - "Just the facts ma'am, just the facts"

You can have steampunk with torque that will twist your arse sideways

or revs that will make your ears bleed

This is a Chevy engine with a rare set of Hilborn fuel injection. I know about it not because I am THAT old, but because I once dated Edris Hilborn whose dad Stu invented this system. Or I might have dreamed of dating her. I forget. She went to my school.

Anyone recognize this powerplant?

Perhaps all these engines are too clinical, mechanical, uninteresting.

Mrs Cazalea got a bit bored, so she had to go sit down and rest while I wandered around with the camera. The Rolls gentlemen came to her assistance.

Go on to part 3 for the conclusion of my report.

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Panerai at the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance and Motor Car Classic

By: cazalea : April 14th, 2014-06:46

I was fortunate yesterday to be able to represent PuristSPro at the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance, and to enjoy gracious hospitality as a guest of Panerai. It was a special day for me; I have lived in this area of Southern California most of my life, and k...

Continuing on the Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

By: cazalea : April 14th, 2014-07:00

Perhaps I could devote some space to the vehicles parked around on the lawns. How can I manage to convey the enormity of this show? Some Purists I know are interested in the beauty of the automobile. Raise your hand if that's your preference ... I took so...

Conclusion of Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

By: cazalea : April 14th, 2014-07:11

I should finish this off with a general view of a few cars that I liked. A gutsy Isotta Fraschini owned and driven by Bill Evans. A fantastic 1958 Cadillac Limousine; I think there were only 3-4 of these built A Brace of Bentleys Not just cars; there were...

Remarkable report Mike

By: Ares501 - Mr Green : April 14th, 2014-11:50

We should send you to cover all concourses ;) Really enjoyed your engine photo series Amazing is how much plastic appeared on car engines in last few decades Thank you for lovely report Sincerely Damjan

Thanks

By: cazalea : April 14th, 2014-12:13

If you want to send me back in the past, I have Auto Shows from London, Geneva, Los Angeles, SEMA in Las Vegas, etc going back about 20 years in my archives. I used to publish automotive books for a living. That meant Auto Shows. Mike

Thanks for sharing. [nt]

By: VMM : April 14th, 2014-16:11

Excellent coverage

By: Spellbound : April 14th, 2014-16:45

And excellent pictures too. Was Ralph Lauren and Jay Leno or any of their cars present this year? I have never been to a US car show but used to go to the Goodwood Festival of Speed every year back in the UK. Great coverage. Love the Pam girl ! Dean

Most of the cars were from Southern California; not like Goodwood

By: cazalea : April 15th, 2014-09:04

None of the national heavy hitters came in for this. A few cars came down from Los Angeles. We have more than enough around this area to fill a field, as you can see. Now Goodwood - that IS a treat. Home of jaw-dropping displays and dodgy weather. I think...

Continuing on the Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

Panerai at the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance and Motor Car Classic

Continuing on the Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

Conclusion of Panerai / La Jolla Concours and Motor Car Classic

Remarkable report Mike

Thanks

Thanks for sharing. [nt]

Excellent coverage

Most of the cars were from Southern California; not like Goodwood

Excellent report Mike ...

wonderful report, thanks for sharing!

Thanks for the great report!! Wonderful pictures, cars and comments!!! [nt]

Fantastic

Hello dear Cazalea! What a wonderful report! I enjoyed it so much...

Excellent (here's an extra photo for you)

Thank you, Mike! Nice coverage! [nt]

I love seeing ladies wearing a Panerai. That is really sensual.

Fantastic report of a great day at with cars and PAMs..

Thanks for the wonderful coverage report Mike!

Great coverage of the Panerai La Jolla event

Quite a variety of vehicles on display

More relaxing a place than this Roller