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The Concours at Wynn Las Vegas: A Bold Bid for Supercar Supremacy The term “concours d’elegance” historically refers to a contest where vehicles are judged primarily on their aesthetic refinement and presentation. For enthusiasts deeply embedded in the world of high-end automobiles, a familiar question always surfaces: which event truly stands at the pinnacle of the automotive hierarchy? Many conversations inevitably revolve around the Pebble Beach Concours, which is generally understood to encompass the wider Monterey Car Week. This annual collection of events, culminating on the final Sunday, represents a pinnacle of luxury and automotive excellence. However, the competition is fierce, and the debate extends to other legendary gatherings. Does the Goodwood Festival of Speed surpass Pebble? How does the Goodwood Revival measure up? What about events like Amelia Island, Moda Miami, and Retromobile, not to mention The Audrain? Indeed, wherever the affluent and fashion-conscious assemble to admire blue-chip automobiles, the question persists: is Pebble Beach still the undisputed champion? The honest truth is that Pebble Beach maintains its throne as the king of concours. However, its closest rival, The Quail, is now facing a significant challenger. Why Has The Quail Long Been the Go-To Event for Modern Supercars? Historically, The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering has served as a spectacular appetizer to the main event, the Sunday Pebble Concours. In fact, for a growing segment of the car world, The Quail has long eclipsed the Sunday proceedings at Pebble. These enthusiasts are typically more interested in new and late-model supercars and hypercars. Countless friends in the automotive sphere make the pilgrimage to Car Week but bypass Sunday’s events, admitting they have little interest in “a bunch of old cars.” Furthermore, the closure of the Geneva International Auto Show created a significant gap in the supercar calendar, a void that The Quail has filled effectively. Several high-profile debuts have cemented its status. The Lamborghini Aventador premiered at Geneva in 2011, and the limited-edition Veneno debuted there in 2013. Lamborghini’s successor to the Aventador, the Revuelto, was introduced via an online unveiling, but the Temerario, the replacement for the Huracán, was first showcased at The Quail in 2024. Similarly, the seven-figure Fenomeno made its world debut at the 2025 Quail. While Bugatti unveiled the Chiron at Geneva in 2016, both the Divo (2018) and Mistral (2022) were first shown to the public at The Quail. This pattern holds true for dozens of other models. In essence, The Quail has become the premier venue for these cutting-edge machines. Until recently, I believed The Quail’s dominance in the global automotive landscape was secure. However, attending the 2025 Las Vegas Concours (officially known as Concours at Wynn Las Vegas) changed my perspective. To provide context, I had also attended the 2024 Vegas Concours. While I enjoyed it, it felt relatively provincial. There were some noteworthy cars, but they were largely the usual suspects. Had it not been for a project I was collaborating on with Czinger, who invited me as a guest, I likely wouldn’t have attended this year. But I am truly glad I did. What Makes This Event Stand Out? The Wynn assembled an astonishing 48 Bugatti Veyrons on its lawn this year. Yes, you read that correctly. Of the 450 Veyrons ever produced, and the 100 sold in North America, a remarkable 48 were present in Las Vegas. In fact, there were 49, as Bugatti also displayed a stunning white Vitesse Super Sport to commemorate the Veyron’s 20th anniversary. Alongside it were a Bolide, Centodieci, Chiron Super Sport, Divo, Mistral, and a prototype model of the upcoming Tourbillon, the 18-cylinder hybrid set to succeed the Chiron. Presenting more than 10 percent of all Bugatti Veyrons ever built in one location remains a breathtaking feat. For those who appreciate Paganis, the collection was equally mind-blowing. There were over 40 Paganis in attendance, though I didn’t get an exact count as I was captivated by the Veyrons. The display included several Zondas, notably a Zonda Revolution (one of only five), dozens of Huayras, numerous Utopias, and—perhaps a cause for concern for The Quail—the debut of the Huayra Codalunga Speedster. Pagani plans to produce only 10 of these cars at a price of $7 million each before taxes and tariffs. (The mint-green example on display in Vegas, reportedly belonging to Apple’s Tim Cook, was exceptional.) Even if these flamboyant carbon-titanium machines aren’t your preferred style, the fact that the 2025 Las Vegas Concours hosted the largest gathering of Paganis ever assembled in North America, and that Horacio Pagani (who was honored onstage by emcee Justin Bell for his contributions to automotive design) and his team chose this venue to unveil a new car, speaks volumes. But let’s return to the nearly 40 Paganis. This number exceeds the total annual production of the factory itself. The Lamborghini section was equally awe-inspiring for those interested in these types of vehicles. The 2025 Wynn Las Vegas Concours featured the largest assembly of Lamborghinis ever. Again, I didn’t count, but the number being discussed was around 230. That represents 230 out of the 600 cars present that Saturday. It was simply breathtaking. Among these 230 vehicles were a Veneno Coupe (one of only three sold to the public; the factory retained a fourth), a Sesto Elemento (one of ten), a Centenario coupe (one of 20) and convertible (one of 20), and a Reventón (one of 21). The last time I had witnessed all these “few-offs,” as Lamborghini now calls them, together in one place was at the factory museum. It was a staggering display of precious, high-horsepower Italian engineering and materials. To keep this discussion concise, I’ve deliberately omitted many other incredible vehicles, including several Koenigseggs, the Gumpert Apollo, the Czingers, the Nilu, the debut of the McLaren Project Endurance race car, the cars that were actually judged (including a former and insane Pebble Beach Concours-winning 1929 Mercedes-Benz 680 S Barker Tourer that also won prewar best of show here), the HWA EVO, a Mercedes-AMG One, two Oldsmobile Aerotechs, and a McLaren F1. When you consider these inclusions, the scope of this car show is truly extraordinary. What Could Possibly Come Next? During the event, two major conversation threads kept emerging. The first, and most obvious, was: “How on earth are they going to top this next year?” I have no idea, but I wish the Wynn the best of luck in its endeavors. The second query, and frankly the more intriguing one, came from the OEM manufacturers: “Should we even bother attending The Quail next year?” That is an excellent question. Perhaps it’s time to wish The Quail good luck, too. Here are a few things you might not know about The Quail. A single ticket cost $1,300 last year for returning attendees (they call them “legacy ticket holders”). For first-time attendees, the price was $1,600. Yes, that is expensive, but it costs OEMs roughly $400,000 to place a car on a stand there, and that’s just for six hours. The Las Vegas Concours charges only about 1/20th of that. And for attendees, tickets are just $100 each. That equates to roughly $2 per Veyron. I spoke with three different manufacturers who openly questioned the need to ever attend The Quail again. Perhaps, they mused, Las Vegas and Moda Miami are sufficient? Moreover, for attendees, there are no heart-attack-inducing hotel prices (one friend stayed at a motel near Pebble that cost $1,100 per night, with a minimum five-night stay), nor soul-crushing traffic jams spent navigating from one event to another. Additionally, making dinner reservations is effortless because Las Vegas is fundamentally designed to accommodate large gatherings. While this might sound far-fetched, Geneva was the global epicenter of the supercar world just a few years ago. I cannot predict the future, but I can assure you that the Concours at Wynn Las Vegas is now on my must-attend list. You should add it to yours as well. This article reflects the thoughts of a writer with over 10 years of experience in the automotive and supercar industry.