The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas: A New Supercar Titan Emerges
The term βconcours dβeleganceβ generally denotes a gathering or contest where automobiles are primarily evaluated for their aesthetic quality and overall presentation. But in the upper echelons of the automotive world, a frequent question arises: Which show truly stands above the rest? For decades, Pebble Beach, particularly within the context of the comprehensive Monterey Car Week, has reigned supreme. This annual event, characterized by a lavish display of high-end and vintage automobiles, culminates in the most prestigious concours dβelegance of them all. Yet, in recent years, debates have surfaced about the dominance of Pebble Beach. Could the Goodwood Festival of Speed or Revival, Amelia Island, Moda Miami, Retromobile, or Audrain surpass it?
Indeed, whenever affluent and fashion-forward individuals congregate to admire blue-chip automobiles, the question of Pebbleβs superiority persists. The truth remains that Pebble Beach is still the undisputed king of the concours. However, a significant competitor is emerging, potentially challenging The Quailβs position as the rightful heir. Why The Quail?
The Quail, known officially as The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering, has historically served as a spectacular prelude to the main eventβSundayβs Pebble Beach Concours. In fact, for a growing contingent of car enthusiasts, The Quail has long overshadowed Pebble Beach’s Sunday event. These enthusiasts are primarily interested in late-model and new supercars and hypercars. Countless car enthusiasts travel to Car Week but depart before Sunday, citing a lack of interest in vintage vehicles. Furthermore, the closure of the Geneva International Auto Show left a critical void in the supercar calendar, a void that The Quail has filled quite successfully.
A few examples illustrate this point. The Lamborghini Aventador premiered at Geneva in 2011, and the exclusive Veneno debuted in 2013. The Aventadorβs replacement, the Revuelto, had an official online launch, but the Temerario (the HuracΓ‘nβs successor) was first showcased at The Quail in 2024. The same applies to the seven-figure Fenomeno, which debuted at The Quail in 2025. Bugatti unveiled the Chiron in Geneva in 2016; however, the Bugatti Divo (2018) and Mistral (2022) were both introduced to the world at The Quail. This pattern holds true for dozens of other vehicles. Consequently, The Quail has established itself as the premier venue for these types of machines.
Until Halloween of this year, I was confident that The Quailβs standing in the global automotive landscape was secure. Then I attended the 2025 Las Vegas Concours (officially known as Concours at Wynn Las Vegas), and I am no longer so sure. I should preface this by stating that I also attended the 2024 Vegas Concours and found it to be a fun but rather regional affair. While there were some impressive cars, they felt like the usual suspects. In fact, if I hadnβt been collaborating with Czinger (who invited me as their guest), I probably wouldnβt have attended this year. However, I am incredibly glad I did.
What Is It?
This year, the Wynn showcased 48 Bugatti Veyrons. Thatβs correctβ48 out of the 450 Veyrons built, with 100 sold in North America. In fact, there were 49 Veyrons, as Bugatti also presented a stunning white Vitesse Super Sport to mark the Veyronβs 20th anniversary, alongside a Bolide, Centodieci, Chiron Super Sport, Divo, Mistral, and a prototype of the upcoming 18-cylinder hybrid Tourbillon, set to replace the Chiron. Displaying more than 10 percent of all Bugatti Veyrons ever manufactured in a single location remains a staggering feat that has left me awestruck.
Pagani Power and Lamborghini Legacy
Pagani enthusiasts will appreciate the staggering lineup of that marque as well. There were more than 40 Paganis present. While I did not count the exact number (I was distracted by the Veyrons), there were several Zondas, including a Zonda Revolution (one of five), dozens of Huayras, a host of Utopias, andβconcerningly for The Quailβthe debut of the Huayra Codalunga Speedster. Pagani plans to produce only 10 of these vehicles, priced at $7 million each before taxes and tariffs. (The mint-green example that was unveiled in Vegas belongs to Appleβs Tim Cook.) Even if these carbon-titanium extroverts are not your preference, the fact that the 2025 Las Vegas Concours hosted the largest gathering of Paganis ever in North America, and that Horatio Pagani (honored by emcee Justin Bell for his contributions to car design) and his team chose this event to introduce a new vehicle, speaks volumes. More on that later. To return to the subject of more than 40 Paganisβthat number represents more cars than the factory produces in an entire year.
Mind-Blowing Lamborghini Gathering
The Lamborghini display was equally astonishing for those who appreciate these types of vehicles. The 2025 Wynn Vegas Concours hosted the largest gathering of Lamborghinis ever. Yes, ever. Again, I did not count, but estimates suggest there were approximately 230 Lamborghinis present that Saturday. Thatβs 230 cars out of the 600 vehicles on display. It was absolutely mind-blowing. Among these 230 vehicles were a Veneno Coupe (one of only three publicly sold, with the factory keeping a fourth), a Sesto Elemento (one of 10), a Centenario coupe (one of 20) and convertible (one of 20), and a ReventΓ³n (one of 21). The last time I saw all these βlimited-runβ models (as Lamborghini now calls them) together in one place was at the factory museum. It was a breathtaking display of precious, high-performance Italian metal and composites.
Leaving Out the Legends
To keep this account concise, I will omit details about the numerous Koenigseggs, the Gumpert Apollo, the Czingers, the Nilu, the McLaren Project Endurance race car debut, and the extensive list of judged cars (including a former and absolutely insane Pebble Beach Concours Best of Show winner, a 1929 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Barker Tourer 26/120/180). I also havenβt even mentioned the HWA EVO, a Mercedes-AMG One, two Oldsmobile Aerotechs, or a McLaren F1. Even with these omissions, the 2025 Concours at Wynn Las Vegas was an absolutely incredible car show.
What Could Possibly Come Next?
Two topics dominated the conversations at the 2025 Wynn Vegas Concours. The first question was, “How on earth will they top this next year?” I donβt have the answer, but best wishes to the Wynn. The second, and perhaps more intriguing, question came from the OEM car manufacturers: βShould we even bother attending The Quail next year?β That is a very good question. Perhaps I should also wish The Quail good luck.
The Economic Realities of Car Shows
Did you know that a single ticket to The Quail cost $1,300 last year? That price was offered as a courtesy to returning attendees, referred to as βlegacy ticket holders.β For first-time attendees, the price was $1,600. While expensive, it costs manufacturers about $400,000 to display a car at The Quail for just six hours. The Vegas Concours, in contrast, charges about 1/20th of that. For attendees, tickets cost $100 each, which translates to approximately $2 per Veyron displayed.
I spoke with three different car manufacturers who openly questioned the necessity of ever attending The Quail again. They mused whether Las Vegas and Moda Miami were sufficient. Furthermore, for attendees, there are no wallet-crippling hotel pricesβone friend reported paying $1,100 per night at a motel near Pebble Beach, with a minimum five-night stayβnor soul-crushing traffic congestion. Additionally, making dinner reservations is effortless because Las Vegas is built to accommodate large gatherings.
The above scenarios may sound far-fetched, but just a few years ago, Geneva was the epicenter of the supercar world. While I cannot predict the future, I can assure you that the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas is now a must-attend event on my calendar. I suggest you add it to yours as well.
The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas: A New Supercar Titan Emerges
The term βconcours dβeleganceβ generally denotes a gathering or contest where automobiles are primarily evaluated for their aesthetic quality and overall presentation. But in the upper echelons of the automotive world, a frequent question arises: Which show truly stands above the rest? For decades, Pebble Beach, particularly within the context of the comprehensive Monterey Car Week, has reigned supreme. This annual event, characterized by a lavish display of high-end and vintage automobiles, culminates in the most prestigious concours dβelegance of them all. Yet, in recent years, debates have surfaced about the dominance of Pebble Beach. Could the Goodwood Festival of Speed or Revival, Amelia Island, Moda Miami, Retromobile, or Audrain surpass it?
Indeed, whenever affluent and fashion-forward individuals congregate to admire blue-chip automobiles, the question of Pebbleβs superiority persists. The truth remains that Pebble Beach is still the undisputed king of the concours. However, a significant competitor is emerging, potentially challenging The Quailβs position as the rightful heir. Why The Quail?
The Quail, known officially as The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering, has historically served as a spectacular prelude to the main eventβSundayβs Pebble Beach Concours. In fact, for a growing contingent of car enthusiasts, The Quail has long overshadowed Pebble Beach’s Sunday event. These enthusiasts are primarily interested in late-model and new supercars and hypercars. Countless car enthusiasts travel to Car Week but depart before Sunday, citing a lack of interest in vintage vehicles. Furthermore, the closure of the Geneva International Auto Show left a critical void in the supercar calendar, a void that The Quail has filled quite successfully.
A few examples illustrate this point. The Lamborghini Aventador premiered at Geneva in 2011, and the exclusive Veneno debuted in 2013. The Aventadorβs replacement, the Revuelto, had an official online launch, but the Temerario (the HuracΓ‘nβs successor) was first showcased at The Quail in 2024. The same applies to the seven-figure Fenomeno, which debuted at The Quail in 2025. Bugatti unveiled the Chiron in Geneva in 2016; however, the Bugatti Divo (2018) and Mistral (2022) were both introduced to the world at The Quail. This pattern holds true for dozens of other vehicles. Consequently, The Quail has established itself as the premier venue for these types of machines.
Until Halloween of this year, I was confident that The Quailβs standing in the global automotive landscape was secure. Then I attended the 2025 Las Vegas Concours (officially known as Concours at Wynn Las Vegas), and I am no longer so sure. I should preface this by stating that I also attended the 2024 Vegas Concours and found it to be a fun but rather regional affair. While there were some impressive cars, they felt like the usual suspects. In fact, if I hadnβt been collaborating with Czinger (who invited me as their guest), I probably wouldnβt have attended this year. However, I am incredibly glad I did.
