First rare cars announced for 2027 Sydney Harbour Concours d’Élégance
A rare Chevrolet Corvette L88, a Ferrari Daytona and an iconic Australian Holden Sandman Ute are among the first vehicles announced for the southern hemisphere’s premier celebration of automotive excellence.
The first six of 50 vehicles competing at the 2027 Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance have been revealed, offering a glimpse of the automotive history, design and craftsmanship coming to Cockatoo Island / Wareamah from Friday 26 February for Sunday 28 February 2027.
Spanning more than four decades of motoring, the first entrants range from a 1932 Rolls Royce kept in the same family for 68 years to a bright yellow 1975 Holden HJ Sandman Ute, an enduring symbol of Australian automotive culture.
Among the highlights is a 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L88, one of just 116 produced that year, with a remarkable international racing history. A 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB4 ‘Daytona’, delivered new to Melbourne and preserved by its first owner for 42 years, will also compete.
These stunning cars will be joined by a 1956 Porsche 356 A Outlaw, and a 1959 MG MGA Roadster whose current owner dreamed of owning the model since seeing it the Elvis Presley Film Blue Hawaii as a child.
The first six vehicles announced are:
- 1932 Rolls Royce 20/25 HP by Freestone & Webb: Known as ‘Clementine’, this vehicle has passed from father to son.
- 1956 Porsche 356 A Outlaw: An original Australian -delivered sunroof coupe and one of the earliest known Outlaws to be built in Australia.
- 1959 MG MGA 1600 Mk I Roadster: A beautifully restored British classic, now owned by a Sydney woman who fulfilled a lifelong dream to own one.
- 1969 Chevrolet Corvette L88: One of just 116 built in 1969, with a racing history spanning the United States, Macau, Singapore and Malaysia. The current owner spent almost 35 years trying to acquire it.
- 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB4 ‘Daytona’: Powerful, elegant and fast, the ‘Daytona’ was once described by designer Fioravanti as the project he was most proud of. This particular vehicle has only 24,815 miles on the odometer.
- 1975 Holden HJ Sandman Ute: An Australian-delivered motoring icon, restored after years of use as a Queensland farm car and now part of a family collection celebrating Holden ute production.
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A celebration of motoring, design and elegance on Sydney Harbour
The Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance brings together 50 rare, classic and vintage vehicles against an iconic harbour backdrop.
Originating from the French tradition of competition of elegance, a concours d’elegance celebrates the finest examples of automotive design, craftsmanship and style.
Unlike a traditional car show, the Sydney Harbour Concours is a judged competition, with vehicles presented in classes marking different eras, styles and traditions of motoring.
An international jury will assess the field across a three day event, with class awards announced on Saturday 27 February and the prestigious Best In Show announced Sunday 28 February 2027.
For visitors, the three day event is an opportunity to see extraordinary motor cars up close, watch them in motion during daily parades and presentations, and hear the stories behind their design, ownership and preservation.
Set within the historical architecture of Cockatoo Island / Wareamah, the event also brings together automotive culture, art, design, entertainment and hospitality.
More to discover in 2027
This year, the Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance will introduce an expanded visitor program, including a new talk stage operating across all three days presenting conversations exploring automotive culture, design and collecting.
Saturday 27 February will feature Women in Motoring Day, recognising the contribution and growing influences of women across the automotive world.
Further entertainment and activities across the island will complement the automotive program with food, wine and Champagne Pommery available throughout the day.
Tickets
General Admission includes access to the main event program, car parades and entertainment with food, coffee, refreshments and free-flowing drinks all day.
For corporate guests, Club Hospitality packages offer a more private setting with premium dining and lounge spaces for entertaining and meeting.
Further announcements revealing additional competing cars, international judges, participating motoring marques, special guests and program highlights will be made over the coming months.
Tickets go on sale 27 October 2026
Event Details
Sydney Harbour Concours d’Elegance
Friday 26 February – Sunday 28 February 2027
10am – 4pm daily
Cockatoo Island / Wareamah, Sydney Harbour
