The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas: A New Contender for the Supercar Crown
For decades, the automotive world has operated under a clear hierarchy when it comes to the pinnacle of high-end car shows. Established institutions like Pebble Beach and Goodwood have dominated the conversation, defining what a “concours d’elegance” truly means for collectors and enthusiasts. However, a bold newcomer, Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, has emerged, challenging the status quo and shaking the very foundations of the luxury automotive scene.
If you’re a veteran in the world of supercars and hypercars, you’ve likely faced the question: Is Pebble still the king? Or has The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering surpassed it? For a growing segment of car lovers—those more interested in the latest hypercars than vintage classics—The Quail has long been the preferred appetizer to Pebble’s Sunday finale. The void left by the demise of the Geneva International Auto Show has been filled by The Quail, becoming the go-to destination for manufacturers to debut their most exclusive creations.
But in 2025, a new contender emerged from the neon-drenched oasis of Las Vegas, one that has quickly captured the attention of the luxury car market. Let me share my experience with the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas and why it might just be the new crown jewel of the supercar showcase.
The Evolution of The Quail: From Appetite to Appetite Killer?
For years, The Quail has been the appetizer. Think of the Lamborghini Aventador, debuting in Geneva in 2011, or the Bugatti Chiron’s unveiling in 2016. But while the bigger names still hold press conferences, The Quail has become the place for the real surprises. The Temerario (Huracán successor) was first shown there in 2024. The jaw-dropping Fenomeno made its debut in 2025. Bugatti showed the Divo (2018) and Mistral (2022) there first. It’s become the undisputed place to see cutting-edge hypercars before anyone else.
But if you weren’t paying attention, you might have missed the shift. And trust me, you should have been paying attention. Until Halloween 2025, I thought The Quail was safe. Then I went to Concours at Wynn Las Vegas.
My first visit to the Vegas Concours in 2024 was fun, but I didn’t think much of it—very regional, mostly the usual suspects. If I hadn’t been working with Czinger, I wouldn’t have even gone. But this year? I’m so glad I did.
A Revelation in Vegas: The Scale of the Show
Walking onto the lawn at the Wynn Las Vegas in 2025 was staggering. They had 48 Bugatti Veyrons. Let that sink in. Of the 450 Veyrons ever built, and only 100 sold in North America, 48 were there. That’s almost 11% of the total production run. Plus, Bugatti brought a white Vitesse Super Sport to celebrate the Veyron’s 20th anniversary, along with a Bolide, Centodieci, Chiron Super Sport, Divo, Mistral, and a model of the upcoming 18-cylinder hybrid Tourbillon. Showing that many Veyrons in one place—it made my head spin.
And the kids love Pagani, right? There were more than 40 of them. I lost count, but there were several Zondas, including a rare Zonda Revolution (one of only five), dozens of Huayras, a bunch of Utopias, and—and this is the worrying part for The Quail—the debut of the Huayra Codalunga Speedster. Pagani plans to make only 10 of those at $7 million each. (The mint green one belonged to Apple’s Tim Cook, by the way.)
Even if carbon-titanium extroverts aren’t your thing, consider this: The Wynn Vegas Concours hosted the largest Pagani gathering in North America ever. Horatio Pagani himself was honored on stage by emcee Justin Bell for his contributions to car design. And more importantly, Pagani chose The Quail’s home turf to debut a car. More on that in a bit. Back to the numbers: More than 40 Paganis at one show. That’s more than the factory produces in a whole year.
The Lamborghini section was just as mind-blowing. The 2025 Wynn Vegas Concours was the largest Lamborghini gathering ever. Ever. I didn’t count, but the number being floated around was about 230. Out of 600 cars total that day. Simply insane. Of those 230, there was a Veneno Coupe (one of three public cars), a Sesto Elemento (one of 10), a Centenario coupe (one of 20) and convertible (one of 20), and a Reventón (one of 21). The last time I saw all those few-offs (as Lamborghini now calls them) together was at the factory museum. It was a flabbergasting display of precious, high-horsepower Italian metal and composites.
In the spirit of brevity, I’m leaving out the Koenigseggs, the Gumpert Apollo, the Czingers, the Nilu, the McLaren Project Endurance race car debut, all the cars that were actually judged (including a former and insane Pebble Beach Concours-winning 1929 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Barker Tourer 26/120/180), the HWA EVO, a Mercedes-AMG One, two Oldsmobile Aerotechs, and a McLaren F1. Honestly, that alone makes for one hell of a car show.
What Could Possibly Come Next?
Two threads of conversation kept coming my way when chatting with fellow attendees. The first was, “How the hell are they going to top this next year?” No clue, but good luck to the Wynn.
The second, and frankly far more intriguing, query came from the OEMs: “Should we even bother doing The Quail next year?” Good question. Perhaps I should say godspeed to The Quail, too.
Let me explain why this is a serious consideration for manufacturers. A single ticket to The Quail cost $1,300 last year ($1,300 as a courtesy for past attendees—they call them “legacy ticket holders”). For first-time attendees, it was $1,600. That’s expensive, but OEM booths cost around $400,000 to put a car on display for six hours. The Vegas Concours charges about 1/20th of that.
And if you want to attend? Tickets are $100 a pop. That’s about $2 per Veyron on the lawn.
I spoke to three different carmakers who openly questioned the need to ever attend The Quail again. Perhaps, they mused, Las Vegas and Moda Miami are enough? Moreover, for attendees, you won’t be paying heart-attack-inducing prices for hotels (a friend stayed near Pebble at a motel that was $1,100 a night, five-night minimum), nor running around from event to event in soul-crushing traffic. Also, making dinner reservations is easy because Las Vegas is literally built for big gatherings.
This might sound far-fetched, but just a few years ago, Geneva was the undisputed center of the supercar world. I can’t predict the future, but I can assure you that the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas is now on my must-attend list. You should stick it on yours, too.
Why Vegas is Stealing the Supercar Spotlight
While The Quail has long been the appetizer for the legendary Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Concours at Wynn Las Vegas has quickly transformed into the main course for a new generation of enthusiasts. This isn’t just about luxury cars anymore; it’s about the latest hypercar releases, exclusive automotive debuts, and an unparalleled spectator experience that has left the industry scrambling.
The Rise of The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas
For those of us who live and breathe supercars, Geneva’s decline left a massive hole in our calendar. The Quail has done an admirable job of filling it, but The Wynn Vegas Concours is threatening to outshine its veteran competitor entirely.
Here’s the real story: This isn’t just a car show. It’s a spectacular automotive event that has become the preferred destination for manufacturers to launch their most exclusive machines.
Bugatti’s Bold Move: Not only did they bring 48 Bugatti Veyrons—almost 11% of the total production!—but they also showcased the Centodieci, Chiron Super Sport, Divo, Mistral, and the upcoming
The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas: A New Contender for the Supercar Crown
For decades, the automotive world has operated under a clear hierarchy when it comes to the pinnacle of high-end car shows. Established institutions like Pebble Beach and Goodwood have dominated the conversation, defining what a “concours d’elegance” truly means for collectors and enthusiasts. However, a bold newcomer, Concours at Wynn Las Vegas, has emerged, challenging the status quo and shaking the very foundations of the luxury automotive scene.
If you’re a veteran in the world of supercars and hypercars, you’ve likely faced the question: Is Pebble still the king? Or has The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering surpassed it? For a growing segment of car lovers—those more interested in the latest hypercars than vintage classics—The Quail has long been the preferred appetizer to Pebble’s Sunday finale. The void left by the demise of the Geneva International Auto Show has been filled by The Quail, becoming the go-to destination for manufacturers to debut their most exclusive creations.
But in 2025, a new contender emerged from the neon-drenched oasis of Las Vegas, one that has quickly captured the attention of the luxury car market. Let me share my experience with the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas and why it might just be the new crown jewel of the supercar showcase.
The Evolution of The Quail: From Appetite to Appetite Killer?
For years, The Quail has been the appetizer. Think of the Lamborghini Aventador, debuting in Geneva in 2011, or the Bugatti Chiron’s unveiling in 2016. But while the bigger names still hold press conferences, The Quail has become the place for the real surprises. The Temerario (Huracán successor) was first shown there in 2024. The jaw-dropping Fenomeno made its debut in 2025. Bugatti showed the Divo (2018) and Mistral (2022) there first. It’s become the undisputed place to see cutting-edge hypercars before anyone else.
But if you weren’t paying attention, you might have missed the shift. And trust me, you should have been paying attention. Until Halloween 2025, I thought The Quail was safe. Then I went to Concours at Wynn Las Vegas.
My first visit to the Vegas Concours in 2024 was fun, but I didn’t think much of it—very regional, mostly the usual suspects. If I hadn’t been working with Czinger, I wouldn’t have even gone. But this year? I’m so glad I did.
A Revelation in Vegas: The Scale of the Show
