Auto e Moto d'Epoca ignites passion: From the first combustion engine to the latest world champion Ferrari and Honda's legendary two-wheeler heritage, the 2025 edition will present numerous exciting exhibits and special shows.
From October 23 to 26, 2025, BolognaFiere will host the 42nd edition of Europe's most comprehensive trade fair for classic cars and motorcycles. Formula 1, Honda Classic, Stellanti's Heritage HUB, Ferrari and Fiat single-seaters, historic clubs, never-before-seen rarities and 235,000 square meters of passion, spread over 14 halls and 4 themed routes: Auto e Moto d'Epoca returns to Bologna with an unforgettable edition.
"75:1 - 75 years, one seat": special exhibition to mark the 75th anniversary of Formula 1
One of the highlights of the 2025 edition is the major exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of Formula 1 - a journey through the technical, sporting and cultural development of the world's most prestigious racing series. On display are authentic F1 vehicles from the 1950s to the 2000s, including:
- The Ferrari 500 F2 (1952) - one of the most victorious Ferraris ever - with tubular frame, De Dion rear axle and twin ignition engine. It won the world championships in 1952 and 1953 under Alberto Ascari. The car on display was donated by Enzo Ferrari himself.
- The Mercedes-Benz W196R (1954), which won the French Grand Prix on its debut and led Juan Manuel Fangio to the 1954 and 1955 titles. Only 15 examples were built; this one was handed over by Daimler-Benz to MAUTO, the National Automobile Museum, in 1957.
- The Ferrari 156 F1 (1963), designed according to the 1961 regulations, with a rear-mounted 120° V6 engine with over 190 hp.
Also on display from the National Automobile Museum - Loh Collection (Germany) is Kimi Räikkönen's Ferrari F2007, the last world champion Ferrari, chassis no. 262, in which he won the decisive victory in Brazil. Single-seaters and models of legendary drivers such as Phil Hill, Riccardo Patrese, Clay Ragazzoni, Gilles Villeneuve and many others will also be on display.
Honda Classic - The legendary two-wheeler heritage
Honda Motor Europe Ltd. Italia has chosen Auto e Moto d'Epoca as the stage to celebrate its legendary racing heritage with Honda Classic: an extraordinary 600 m² exhibition of 38 iconic motorcycles celebrating the passion for two wheels and the technological evolution that made Honda a global icon. The show is divided into four themed areas:
- Two-strokes Made in Atessa: Historic models from the factory in Abruzzo, a symbol of Italian motorcycle engineering, through to the NS 125 R Adriatico, the first motorcycle manufactured in Italy and exported to Japan.
- Grand Prix motorcycles: From Lucio Cecchinello's RS 125 GP to Johann Zarco's modern RC213V, with legendary models such as the NSR 250 and 500 (Biaggi, Gardner) and the RC211V, with which Hayden became world champion in 2006.
- Off-road sector: Off-road icons such as the Elsinore CR250M, CR125, CR250 and the legendary CR500, which shaped entire motocross eras.
- Production models: Milestones such as the CB750 Four, which redefined the standards in series production, the VFR750R (RC30), winner of rider and manufacturer titles in the young SBK, and the visionary NR750 with oval pistons.
From Germany to Bologna: The Loh Collection at Auto e Moto d'Epoca 2025
The National Automobile Museum - Loh Collection is bringing some of the rarest and most iconic vehicles in automotive history to Bologna. Highlights include:
- The Mercedes-Benz CLK-GTR, originally built for racing and later converted for road use with special approval. Homologated for the GT1 class, only 25 examples were built (20 coupés, 5 roadsters). The vehicle on display is a pre-production prototype for media and development.
- The BMW M1 Procar, star of one of the most exciting racing series, in which Formula 1 and touring car drivers competed on an equal footing. This special M1 chassis (4301028) was driven by Niki Lauda, who won the first Procar championship with it in 1979. In 1980, Hans-Joachim Stuck took over, won in Monaco and finished third overall. The car later drove for Steve O'Rourke's EMKA Racing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, together with Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason.
ASI Village - Pavilion 25: With the world's first internal combustion engine
The Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI) returns with over 20 clubs from all over Italy to present a key piece: the Barsanti and Matteucci engine (1853), the first internal combustion engine in history, designed and built in Tuscany. Thanks to research by the Galileo Museum, the Accademia dei Georgofili and the Ximeniana Observatory in Florence, this Italian innovation is being reappraised. Also on display: the Alfa Romeo 184T Formula 1 (1984) in the iconic Benetton design, chassis no. 3, driven by Eddie Cheever and Riccardo Patrese, with carbon fiber chassis and V8 turbo engine with 670 hp.
ACI - ACI Storico: Formula 1, Heritage and the next generation
The ACI - ACI Storico stand will once again be a central point of the 2025 fair, with themed exhibitions and a top-class international talk program. As the Italian motorsport association, ACI is celebrating 75 years of Formula 1 with iconic single-seaters that have captured the hearts of Italian fans.
Stellantis Heritage HUB: masterpieces of Italian innovation
From Turin, the Stellantis Heritage HUB brings an exclusive selection of iconic vehicles to Bologna. Among them:
- Fiat-Abarth 750 Record (1956), streamlined record-breaking car by Bertone, designed by Franco Scaglione, who set six class records in Monza in 1956.
- Alfa Romeo Scarabeo 1600, an experimental sports car with rear engine and innovative chassis.
- Lancia D25 (1955), a rare racing Barchetta, direct descendant of the legendary D24, symbol of Lancia's golden motorsport era.
Toyota unveils the new RAV4 in Bologna
Toyota exclusively unveils the sixth generation RAV4, featuring cutting-edge technology that redefines performance, efficiency, safety and digital user experience. With over 15 million units sold worldwide - 2.5 million of which in Europe - the RAV4 remains synonymous with versatility, reliability and safety.
Motor Valley: the heart of the Italian motor industry
A star again in 2025: the Motor Valley, the famous Emilia-Romagna automobile district. Home to legendary brands and at the same time a cultural and sporting ecosystem. Represented in Bologna: Dallara, Pagani, the Ferrari museums, the Lamborghini Historical Hub, Maserati, the Ferruccio Lamborghini Museum, Canossa Events, Concours d'Élégance Trofeo Salvarola Terme, Misano World Circuit, Autodromo di Modena, Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, among others.
Historic clubs and registries - a living memory of motor culture
As every year, clubs and registries present themselves with impressive exhibits: CRAGI (Club Renault Alpine Gordini Italia) with Alpine A310 V6 and Renault 5 Turbo; Registro Italiano Triumph Spitfire with two elegant MK3s by Michelotti; Club Storico Peugeot Citroën Italia, celebrating 70 years of Citroën DS and 60 years of Peugeot 204; Lancia Club for the 30th anniversary of the Y Elefantino. Jaguar Enthusiasts' Club with 50 years of the Jaguar XJS, including a rare convertible in British Racing Green, a tribute to Malcolm Sayer's last project; Registro Fiat Italiano with five historic single-seaters, including the Cisitalia D-46 (1946), the Formula Junior Stanguellini "Delfino", the Formula Italia (1970) and the Formula Abarth (1980).
Spare parts, collector's items, watches - the world of classic cars under one roof
Two pavilions are dedicated exclusively to spare parts, with exhibitors of original components, faithful reproductions and rare accessories, organized by era, make and model. The Automobilia section offers collector's items, posters, badges, trophies and memorabilia relating to the history of two and four-wheeled vehicles. At the same time, the elegant Gallery Hall will host the Time on Show exhibition, exclusively for vintage and collectors' watches. Organized by BolognaFiere, it brings together the most renowned international collectors every year. On display are selected timepieces of the highest precision, design beauty and historical value. Time on Show is not just an exhibition, but also a meeting place for enthusiasts, collectors, experts and design personalities - a unique opportunity to experience the art of timekeeping.
Because Auto e Moto d'Epoca is far more than just a trade fair: It is a journey through history, a celebration of excellence and a meeting place for all those who live their passion for cars and motorcycles as part of their identity.
Auto e Moto d'Epoca, a member of FIVA and Motor Valley, is under the patronage of: Fondazione Bologna Welcome, Confcommercio Ascom Città Metropolitana di Bologna, CNA Bologna and the Alma Mater Studiorum - the University of Bologna.
All information on opening times, tickets and special offers on the Auto e Moto d'Epoca website.
