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October 7, 2026 · Ownership GuideKeep a Register of Parts Removed From a Collector Car
Connect a removed component to its vehicle, service event, condition and storage location without assuming that keeping it proves originality.
Read current coverage →October 5, 2026 · Selling GuideBuild a Collector-Car Listing Evidence Package
Organize identity, condition, history, service and included items so a listing can be specific without overstating what the records prove.
Read current coverage →October 2, 2026 · Ownership GuideBuild a Collector-Car Delivery Inventory: Keys, Tools and Loose Equipment
Turn a vague promise of books, tools and accessories into an itemized handoff record that separates what is present, what works and what is documented as original.
Read current coverage →September 27, 2026 · Inspection GuideBuild a Collector-Car Wheel and Tire Evidence File
Record specification, visible condition, age, fitment and supplied spares without treating appearance as proof of safety or originality.
Read current coverage →September 25, 2026 · Ownership GuideCreate a Collector-Car Transport Condition File
Connect carrier verification, vehicle condition, loading instructions and delivery exceptions in one dated handoff record.
Read current coverage →September 15, 2026 · Buying GuideReconcile a Collector Car's Mileage History
Build a dated sequence from original records, preserve miles and kilometres as recorded, and investigate inconsistencies before turning a dashboard reading into a mileage claim.
Read current coverage →Car shows & gatherings
The next places worth showing up.
A Decade of Drive — PECLA 10th Anniversary
Carson, CaliforniaPorsche Experience Center Los Angeles opens its 53-acre campus from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a complimentary anniversary festival with no general-admission registration required. General parking is off-site with a shuttle; the organizer currently marks the Simulator Lab and on-site Porsche corral as sold out.
Official event site ↗Concours at Wynn Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NevadaThe official schedule begins with the Owners Dinner and opening reception October 30. The judged concours starts at 10 a.m. October 31, the Night Shift event is sold out, and the Tour d’Elegance departs at 8:30 a.m. November 1.
Official event site ↗SEMA Show
Las Vegas, NevadaThe automotive aftermarket’s major industry gathering brings manufacturers, buyers and media together for four days. This is a trade-only event; attendee qualification and registration are required.
Official event site ↗Ferrari Finali Mondiali
Barcelona, SpainFerrari’s season-closing Corse Clienti celebration comes to Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with Challenge racing, XX Programme and F1 Clienti machinery, plus the traditional world-finals showcase.
Official event site ↗Rétromobile New York
New York, New YorkThe celebrated Paris collector-car salon makes its first New York appearance, bringing dealers, institutions, automotive art and auction activity to the city.
Official event site ↗Los Angeles Auto Show
Los Angeles, CaliforniaTen public days at the Los Angeles Convention Center with new-model debuts, comparison shopping and driving experiences.
Official event site ↗Arizona Car Week
Scottsdale and Phoenix, ArizonaThe desert collector-car week combines major auctions, previews, shows and gatherings; individual venues publish separate admission and bidder requirements.
Official event site ↗Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale
Scottsdale, ArizonaNine days of auction action at WestWorld anchor Arizona Car Week, with general-admission tickets and upgraded experiences offered separately.
Official event site ↗Rétromobile Paris
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles · Paris, FranceThe flagship Paris collector-car salon returns with major manufacturers, clubs, museums, dealers, artists and auction activity. The official organizer confirms the February 3–7 dates; ticket and program details should be checked before travel.
Official event site ↗The Amelia Concours Week
Amelia Island, FloridaA major East Coast concours weekend pairing significant competition and road cars with collector auctions and marque-focused gatherings.
Official event site ↗Velocity Invitational
Sonoma, CaliforniaSonoma Raceway hosts a no-velvet-ropes celebration of historic competition cars, modern hypercars, legendary drivers and wine-country hospitality. The organizer says 2027 ticket details are coming soon.
Official event site ↗Dates, access and programming can change. GOAT Cars links to the organizer for final confirmation before travel or ticket purchase.