For people who plan ahead (alas, I was never that wise) it's not too early to prepare for the wonderful Monterey classic car week, better known as Pebble Beach. August is only six months away, friends. Just in case you need a little encouragement, this year's Concorso Italiano promises to be an event worthy of the trip, as it honors the cars of Alfa Romeo on the company's 100th anniversary. The Concorso is, as far as I'm aware, the largest gathering of Italian cars in the world. So if ever you needed a reminder of the influence Italy's car builders, designers, engineers and racers have had on the automobile, the rolling lawns of Laguna Seca Golf Ranch are the place to be on August 13th.
The Alfa Romeo Association, lead club for the event, has announced its support and intends to be out in force. You can expect a personal journey through history, as the Centerpiece Display will feature a broad range of Alfas from early street and racing cars to contemporary automobiles. The organisers also anticipate a preview of Alfa Romeo concept cars direct from Turin. Having visited Concorso Italiano in the past I can assure you that the sight of hundreds of fabulous Italian automobiles will leave you spellbound and ready for the food, fashions and fun that are also part of this extravaganza. August 13th is the date and by the way, if you have an Italian car you'd like to show just send descriptions of your car along with photos to ci@concorso.com.