The Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance blends the history, heritage and grandeur from three of North Carolina’s proudest traditions – motorsports, golf and military – in a unique celebration of America’s passion for the automobile and for the benefit of the brave men and women who protect and provide the very freedom we enjoy as United States citizens.
In 1898, Congressman Alan T. Tredway, from Stockbridge, MA, advised Pinehurst founder James Tufts against adding another nine holes to the sole course at Pinehurst, because golf is just a “passing fancy.” Against Tredway’s advice, Tufts made the changes, and history – and an American institution – was created.
It is the intention of those behind the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance to continue the spirit of innovation and excellence established at Pinehurst more than 100 years ago with this event. The team has a clear vision – one that is not just a passing fancy – but for Pinehurst to be home to a different type of American institution: a premier automotive and lifestyle experience.
The inaugural Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance became a trend-setter of sorts earlier this month on several fronts during the vintage automobile showcase competition, including the unveiling of a digital judging application system powered by Sprint.... Read More
The inaugural Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance and the events surrounding the vintage auto showcase attracted more than 5,000 fans, and its economic impact approached $2 million despite unseasonably cool temperatures the first weekend of May, officials said.... Read More
“As a car enthusiast myself and entrant of past Concours competitions, I was thrilled and flattered when approached to be honorary chairman of the inaugural Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance.”
- Bob Ingram
“There couldn’t be a more appropriate setting for this historic event than Pinehurst Resort, a true industry leader and trend setter in Southern hospitality. Fans can expect a real treat.”
- Bob Ingram
“We have something going for us in the Carolinas you just can’t find anywhere else in the United States. Part of our cultural fabric is wrapped around the automobile. Why do you think we have so much stock car racing in this area? It’s part of our heritage, part of our culture. People in our area are automobile focused – it may be race cars or show cars – but it is cars. The fans are going to come out to the Pinehurst Concours to see cars they’ve only seen in books, or maybe never heard of, or seen in social media. We’re built on a car culture here in the South that will make this inaugural Concours at Pinehurst Resort a tremendous success.”
- Paul Ianuario, Chief Judge of the 2013 Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance
