Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance Adds Restomod Class for 70th Anniversary
The 70th annual concours in Burlingame, California, features a new restomod judging class & a salute to Mercedes-Benz's centennial...
The Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance will celebrate its 70th anniversary with a special judged class of “Restomods Through 1973,” during festivities on June 28, 2026, at Crystal Springs Golf Course in Burlingame, California. More than a dozen one-of-a-kind restomods have already been entered for this year’s concours, including a two-door 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, a 1973 Viper Red Ford Maverick, a 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS 2-door sport coupe and a 1973 Datsun 240Z presented with a distinctive Rosso Merlot exterior, according to event officials in a press release.
“For decades, restomods have had a profound impact on automotive design and innovation,” said Hillsborough Concours chairman Glen Egan. “Our guests can look forward to seeing an incredible assemblage of vehicles in this judged category, representing some of the world’s preeminent restomod builders.”
The event will also feature 22 judged classes, and 200 rare automobiles displayed along the Crystal Springs 18th fairway representing virtually every genre and marque, including hot rods, restomods, muscle and hypercars, and grand touring elegant classic pre- and post-war luxury models, noted the release. This year’s concours will be highlighted by a salute to the 100th anniversary of Mercedes-Benz, with three judged classes: Pre-War, Post-War and Sportscars.
A Weekend of Festivities
Beginning on Friday night, June 26th, the annual “Start Your Engines” kick-off party will be held at an exclusive, private estate in Hillsborough. The following morning, over 100 cars will join the annual Hillsborough Tour d’Elegance road rally. The Tour will again finish at a secret location of distinction for lunch. On Sunday, the 70th annual Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance will complete the weekend of festivities.
Partnering with the Town of Hillsborough, the all-volunteer Hillsborough Concours Foundation organizes this annual event which raises proceeds for Ability Path, The Guardsmen, and the Hillsborough Schools Foundation.
