Auto Concours Lucerne - an old tradition will be revived on September 17, 2016

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Created on August 30, 2016

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Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - after restoration in 2016

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Lancia Lambda 8th series (1929) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne - winner in the category "Closed cars 1912-1939"

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Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - only built for one year, on show at the Lucerne beauty contest in 1949

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Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - the hatchback sedan built for just one year, here at the Lucerne beauty contest in 1949

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Bentley Mk VI (1949) - with Farina bodywork at the Lucerne beauty contest in spring 1949

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Delahaye 135 (1949) - Delahaye coupé bodyworked by Ghia Aigle at the Lucerne beauty contest in 1949

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Lucerne beauty contest - the jury in the 1930s

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Lucerne beauty contest - preliminary examination in the 1930s

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Lucerne beauty contest - Corso of the most beautiful on the quay in Lucerne

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Fiat 6C 1500 (1936) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne

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Maserati 3500 GTI (1962) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne

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Impressions of the Concours d'Excellence Lucerne 2015 - the public are interested in the background to the cars

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Singer 1 1/2 Litre Le Mans - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne

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SS 100 2 1/2 Litre (1937) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne

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Rolls-Royce 20 HP (Twenty) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne

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SS 100 2 1/2 Litre (1937) - at the Concours d'Excellence 2015 in Lucerne - winner in the "Open cars" category

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Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - nach der Restaurierung im Jahr 2016

Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - nur ein Jahr lang gebaut, 1949 zu sehen an der Schönheitskonkurrenz von Luzern

Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - die nur ein Jahr lang gebaute Fliesshecklimousine, hier an der Schönheitskonkurrenz von Luzern im Jahr 1949

On Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 12:30 p.m., a "beauty contest for automobiles" will once again be held as a Concours d'Excellence International on the Nationalquai in Lucerne. Rare and unique historic automobiles from different eras will be presented against a unique backdrop.

A long tradition

The first Lucerne "beauty contest for automobiles" took place in 1928 and was held seven times until 1955. Over time, this event developed into an extraordinary social event in Lucerne in combination with a high-quality fashion show, a racing event and a vehicle parade.

Lucerne beauty contest - preliminary examination in the 1930s

The highlight was the presentation of the vehicles between the Grand Casino, the Grand Hotels and the lake on the National Quai.

Delahaye 135 (1949) - Delahaye coupé bodyworked by Ghia Aigle at the Lucerne beauty contest in 1949

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In close cooperation with the Swiss Museum of Transport and the city of Lucerne, among others, a "beauty contest for automobiles" will once again be held on Saturday, September 17, 2016 in remembrance of this long tradition.

Former winner back at the "start"

A highlight of this year's event is the presentation of Mr. Jörg Bucherer's Lincoln Cosmopolitan. The vehicle was purchased by his father, Carl Bucherer, in 1949 and took part in the "5th beauty contest for automobiles" on the National Quay in the same year. With great success, the Lincoln Cosmopolitan came first in Group A: "Production cars with original factory finish, class 2 closed cars".

Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - the hatchback sedan built for just one year, here at the Lucerne beauty contest in 1949

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The Lincoln Cosmopolitan was driven by Carl Bucherer until 1952, when it was sold to a hotel for passenger transportation, where it was used for several years. After several changes of ownership, Jörg Bucherer was able to buy the Lincoln Cosmopolitan again and it has been extensively restored in recent years.

Lincoln Cosmopolitan Town Sedan (1949) - after restoration in 2016

This impressive classic will now be on display again on September 17, 2016, in the same place where it won the class in 1949. However, "hors concours", i.e. not in competition.

Around 40 vehicles

Following the successful prologue in 2015, the Concours d'Excellence International will take place on a larger scale this year. Up to 40 classic vehicles will be presented in six classes. In addition to the prizes awarded by a jury of experts, a public prize will also be awarded for the classic car with the most votes from the public.

A good reason for visitors to view the showpieces and cast their vote. The audience award will be presented at 5:30 pm in front of the casino. Participants in the public competition can also win a prize.

Further information and a wealth of historical data, facts and images can be found on the event website.

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