2011 Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance
by Mary Nagle
This Father’s day, take a stroll down Los Angeles’ world-famous roadway and see how luxury cars have evolved over the years. The 2011 Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance will celebrate “The Art of Italian Motoring” and display more than 125 vintage Italian-designed cars and motorcycles. The theme honors the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy.

Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance. Photo via rodeodrive-bh.com
As this year’s honored marque, Italian brand FIAT will feature a showcase of the Fiat 500, a vehicle deeply rooted in Italian design and style. The display will include 14 of the “cinquecento” 2012 models in all 14 exterior colors, as well as the vintage Fiat 500. As a special perk, FIAT will offer ride-and-drive opportunities for guests in the 2012 Fiat 500.
Other contributors to this world-class collection of cars include Alfa Romeo, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Maserati, Lancia and FIAT. Motorcycle models from Ducatti, Vespa, and many other top-of-the-line Italian brands will also be on display.
So come out this Sunday, June 19 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Bring Dad, and bring your passion for automotives! Come see the only vehicle collection in L.A. to rival the one in Jay Leno’s garage.

Photo via rodeodrive-bh.com
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