The 49th edition of retromobile, which took place in Paris on the Expo Porte de Versailles from February 5th to 9th, shook the records that showed an impressive 146,000 visitors, 12% more compared to the previous year. The event confirmed its status as a leading international shop window for classics with 2,000 automobiles and motorcycles on 80,000 square meters.
In addition to renowned dealers, restorers, insurers and collectors, seventeen manufacturers recorded a new record. The highlights included Immersive exhibitions by Charles Imbert, a live f1 stage organized by Jean-Louis Moncet.
Innovation was the key because the debut of “RetroDrive” test drive by Histori and modern vehicles in Paris. The accessibility was also a focus with special rooms for visitors with reduced mobility. Meanwhile the Artcurial car vehicles
The auction brought € 24.6 million, including € 28,000 for charitable purposes. And now we are looking for the 50th anniversary of the show in 2026, which marks a large milestone, including the first US edition in New York.
Photos and words of Yaron Esposito
