Rare and Historic: Excitement in the Eternal City as Anantara Concorso Roma Sees World’s Finest Italian Cars Return Home

The inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, presented by UBS, took place over the weekend, bringing together over 70 historic Italian cars in the heart of Rome for a weekend of competition and celebration.

Event Overview
- Over 70 rare historic Italian cars showcased, spanning from the 1920s to the present day.
- First concorso d’eleganza in Rome in 60 years, turning the Eternal City into an open-air automotive museum.
- Hosted by Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel, organized by Anantara Hotels & Resorts, and presented by UBS.

Awards & Highlights
- Best of Show: 1932 Maserati V4 Sport Zagato (“Sedici Cilindri”), returning to Rome after 90 years.
- Judging took place Saturday, with awards presented Sunday at Villa Borghese’s Casina Valadier and Piazza Bucharest.
- Cars from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, and other iconic marques were displayed.

Experience
- Guests enjoyed Roman hospitality, Italian food, luxury lifestyle experiences, and sightseeing alongside the competition.
- The event blended heritage, craftsmanship, and lifestyle, making it both a cultural and automotive celebration.

Partners & Supporters
- Supported by Maserati, RM Sotheby’s, American Express, Gulfstream, Veuve Clicquot, Lavazza, Acqua di Parma, Technogym, and more.
- Leadership by Jeremy Jackson-Sytner and Chief Judge Adolfo Orsi ensured world-class standards.

Voices
- William E. Heinecke (Minor International): Called the inaugural event “truly exceptional.”
- UBS (Benjamin Cavalli): Praised the celebration of automotive heritage and collaboration.
- Rome Councillor Alessandro Onorato: Highlighted the event as a showcase of Italian lifestyle and a boost to Rome’s global image.

This inaugural edition has already positioned Anantara Concorso Roma as a world-class automotive event, blending luxury hospitality with Italy’s legendary car culture.