Gullwing class
Gullwing doors have been an ever-present but rarely deployed element of automotive design since being pioneered by the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL. The class was perhaps the most diverse of all, with entrants including the Bricklin SV-1, DeLorean DMC-12 and Pagani Huayra. The judges’ choice? The 2006 Bristol Fighter.
Winner: 2006 Bristol Fighter
Entered by: Nick McGarvey
Jaguar E-type class
The Jaguar E-type celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion it had its own class in the Cartier Style et Luxe. It was perhaps the closest run class, but in the end the svelte lines of the ‘Lightweight’ Coupe won the judges’ affections.
Winner: 1961 E-type ‘Lightweight’ Coupe
Entered by: Shaun Lynn
Champions of Europe
The Renault 4, Volkswagen Beetle, Citroën 2CV, Mini and Fiat 500 were all responsible for getting their respective nations moving with affordable personal transportation. Fondly remembered by many, they now make for sought-after classics. It was the compact Mini that won class honours.
Winner: 1959 Morris Mini Minor
Entered by: Dave Rippard
Wedge class
Who doesn’t love a wedge? The form ruled dominated sports and supercar styling in the 1970s, and marques represented at the concours included De Tomaso, Maserati, Ferrari, Lancia, Lamborghini and Lotus. The iconic Countach, displayed in its purest early form, took class honours.
Winner: 1974 Lamborghini Countach LP400
Entered by: Henry Pearman