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			William K. Victor Best of Show 1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Custom Waterhouse Victoria Owner - Jerry Pantis Montreal, Quebec , CAN Bill Victor has been one of the longest standing driving forces behind the Ault Park Concours d'Elegance. Since its earliest days as the Midwest Concours d'Elegance, he has held numerous positions ranging from Concours Chairman, Car Selection Chairman, Chief Judge and on to his many years as Master of Ceremonies. No one involved with the show has a broader or deeper knowledge of all vintages and makes of automobiles than Bill. His advice and contributions to making this show what it is today have been invaluable and it is for this reason that since 2009 the Best of Show trophy has been named in his honor.

			Will Sherman Automotive Art Show - First Place Title: Corvette Summer Artist - Dan McCrary Charlotte , NC First place trophy, awarded in the loving memory of Will Sherman, as chosen by the Art Show Judges Committee.

			Best of Featured Marque 1950 Ferrari 166MM Barchetta Owner - Tom Stegman Cincinnati , OH One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee.

			Antique - through 1924 Sponsored by Michael Gehrig, Attorney at Law 1921 Marmon Model 34B Speedster Owner - Jack and Nancy Dunning Cambridge , OH Best Of Class

			Pre-War Vintage - Non-CCCA, 1925 -1942 Sponsored by Banacom Signs LTD. 1937 Cadillac Series 60 Convertible Coupe Owner - Les Hardwick Hebron , KY Best Of Class

			Pre-War Classic, Early - CCCA, 1925 -1934 Sponsored by DER Development 1931 Chrysler Imperial CG Custom Waterhouse Victoria Owner - Jerry Pantis Montreal, Quebec , CAN Best Of Class

			Pre-War Classic, Late - CCCA, 1935 -1948 Sponsored by Marketing Research Services Inc. 1937 Packard 1508 V-12 Convertible Sedan Owner - Norma H. Perin Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Collector - Foreign, 1946 -1975 Sponsored by Precision Motorcars, Inc. 1950 Jaguar Mark V Saloon Owner - David Putnam Worthington , OH Best Of Class

			Collector - American, 1946 -1965 Sponsored by Cindy & Greg Kenny 1955 Chrysler 300C Owner - John and Elaine DeTulio North Haven , CT Best Of Class

			Collector - Asian Sponsored by Janet & Ed Hermes 1991 Acura NSX Owner - Ed & Janet Hermes Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Sports - Classic through 1959 Sponsored by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Steven J. Reubel 1951 Jaguar XK120 OTS Owner - Wesley & Cheryl Holm Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Sports - Contemporary, 1960 -1975 Sponsored by Quality Automotive 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Owner - Ron Thomas Galena , OH Best Of Class

			Racing - All years Sponsored by Gregory Leahy,CIMA, Merrill Lynch Global Wealth Mgt. 1909 Knox R 40 HP Raceabout Dirt Track Racer Owner - Clem & Mary C. Lange Huntingburg , IN Best Of Class

			American Performance, 1961 -1971 Sponsored by Donna Anderson in Memory of Gary Anderson 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible Owner - Chris Thibert Elida , OH Best Of Class

			Future Classic - 1975 -Present Sponsored by Hunt Club Clothiers 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione Owner - SMG Ltd Indianapolis , IN Best Of Class

			Motorcycles - through 1975 Sponsored by Beverly Corsmeier / Coldwell Banker West Shell 1949 Triumph T 100 Owner - H. C. Morris Lexington , KY Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Early through 250 GT Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 1955 Ferrari 250 GT Europa Owner - Bob & Marianne Anderson Barrington , IL Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Front Engine through 1973 Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 S NART Spyder Owner - James L. Jaeger Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Mid-Engine through 1995 Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS Owner - Andrew Manganaro, MD Xenia , OH Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Competition - all years Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 1950 Ferrari 166MM Barchetta Owner - Tom Stegman Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Supercars Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 2003 Ferrari Enzo Owner - The Auto Museum Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Ferraris - Contemporary, 1995 - present Sponsored by NJB Automotive LLC & Esoteric Auto Detail 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia Owner - Steven P. Miller Cincinnati , OH Best of Class

			Feature Marque - Red Hot Rides - Fire Trucks - all years Sponsored by Brenda B Benzar 1922 American LaFrance Type 75 Triple Combination Fire Engine Owner - Monica Janning Loveland , OH Best of Class

			Special Display - 100th Anniversary of the Indy 500 Sponsored by Corghi USA 1923 Miller 122 (Tommy Milton Indy 500 Winner) Owner - Zakira's Garage Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class

			Special Display - �Wagons Ho� The 85th Anniversary of Route 66, celebrating the family station wagon Sponsored by Richard Goettle, Inc 1950 Packard Eight Station Sedan Owner - Richard & Linda Kughn Dearborn , MI Best of Class

			Special Display 50th Anniversary of the Jaguar E-Type Sponsored by Jaguar Club of Greater Cincinnati 1961 Jaguar E-Type OTS Owner - Nancy Harris Rocky River , OH Best of Class

			Cincinnati Mayor�s Cup 1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Town Car by Brunn Owner - Gregory Aarssen Chatham, Ontario , CAN One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Mayor of the City of Cincinnati

			Chairman�s Choice 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Owner - James L. Jaeger Cincinnati , OH A trophy awarded at the discretion of the Concours Chairman

			Drivers Award Sponsored by Performance Alignment 1995 Ferrari F50 Owner - Brian Ross Cortland , OH This trophy is awarded to the vehicle that is found to be the most desirable car to be driven on the day of the show. To be eligible, the owner must be willing to take the presenter, Dave Sheehy, for a drive in the chosen vehicle.

			Founder�s Trophy 1921 Marmon Model 34B Speedster Owner - Jack and Nancy Dunning Cambridge , OH One trophy, awarded by Mrs. Helen Williams, to the vehicle best exemplifying the spirit of the original Concours d'Elegance, an event for car enthusiasts who love to drive their cars.

			Howard Rapp Trophy (Best Porsche) Sponsored by American Modern Insurance Group 1961 Porsche Abarth Carrera GTL Owner - Robert A. Ingram Durham , NC Howard and Marian Rapp helped begin this event. Howard was the first car registration chairman and maintained that position for a number of years. He also solicited advertising and supported the event financially. Howard Rapp loved his 356 Porsches. He owned several during his life. Howard and his wife were very active members of the Porsche Club, traveling to many events over the years. This award is given in Howard's name, not to a car, but to an owner who best exemplifies Howard's rapture in the enjoyment of a Porsche.

			Jack O�Connor Trophy (Best Style & Elegance, Open Coachwork) 1929 Cord L-29 Boat-tail Speedster Owner - Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Museum Auburn , IN As one of the founders of this event, Jack O'Connor orchestrated the "car" part of the first shows. His contacts in the old car hobby ran broad and deep. Jack loved open cars. He owned well over 100 different cars, almost all convertibles or roadsters. This award is given, in Jack O'Connor's name, to the open car that best represents his lifelong love of automobile style and elegance.

			E.P. Lunken Trophy 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 Owner - R.H. Grant, III Dayton , OH One trophy, awarded to a Ferrari in memory of Ebby Lunken, noted Ferrari racer, enthusiast and long time supporter of the Concours.

			R.C. Fogle Trophy (Judges Choice) Sponsored by The Fogle Family 1933 Duesenberg J LaGrande Dual Cowl Phaeton Owner - Clem & Mary C. Lange Huntingburg , IN R.C. Fogle was active with this event as head judge and committee member from 1988 until his passing. R.C. loved all types of automobiles. His vast collection remains today as proof of his passion. Able to find beauty in all, he could never limit himself to just one marque. His collection includes models from the 1920's to the 1960's and includes both American and European models. This award is given in R.C.'s name, as Judge's Choice, to the outstanding car that represents both superior craftsmanship and style.

			Samuel Adams Award (Most Elegant Closed Coachwork) Sponsored by Samuel Adams Brewing Co 1931 Buick 8-91 4-Dr 5 Passenger Sedan Owner - Roy Hardin McArthur , WV Samuel Adams Boston Beer Company has been an active sponsor of the Ault Park Concours d'Elegance. Founders Jim Koch and father Charles Koch of Cincinnati, avid collectors of classic era automobiles, present the Samuel Adams Trophy to the most elegantly styled closed-car.

			Best British Sports Car Sponsored by Dayton Wheel Concepts 1935 MG PA Airline Owner - Emmanuel Louchios Rolling Meadows , IL Being a manufacturer of new and restored historic wire wheels, Dayton Wheel Concepts of Dayton, Ohio sponsors this trophy on behalf of the great British passion for the sports car.

			Jim Ibold Preservation Award 1921 McFarlan Twin Valve Touring Owner - Dr. Wellington C. Morton Fruitcove , FL A.James Ibold, known to most of us as "Jimmie", became enthralled with pre-war Alfa-Romeos after watching local mechanic Walter Moeller maintain an Alfa 308 for Indianapolis racing. In the early '50's, Jimmie acquired two, pre-war, 8 cylinder Alfa-Romeos. Jimmie spent 50 years preserving these cars as they came to him. He never stinted on anything either car needed mechanically. Many times parts had to be made from scratch as only 40 plus cars were ever built. Cosmetically, he did all he could to maintain the cars in their original condition. Jimmie loved these cars and drove them often for as long as he was able. We were fortunate to have Jimmie display these cars at Ault Park many times. The Jim Ibold Preservation Award is now named in his honor.

			William Niemeyer Trophy Sponsored by The Niemeyer Family 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione Owner - SMG Ltd Indianapolis , IN One trophy, awarded by the family to their favorite Alfa Romeo in memory and in honor of William Niemeyer

			Award for Best Interior Sponsored by Addison Auto Interiors 1920 Paige 6-42 Sedan Owner - Jerry & Cathy Arthur Zionsville , IN One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee.

			Award for Outstanding Engineering 1968 Lotus 56 STP Turbine Indy Car Owner - Bruce Linsmeyer Danville , IN One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee

			Bill Hess Award for Design Excellence 2010 Morgan Aero SuperSports Owner - Dhani Jones Ft. Wright , KY Bill Hess' legacy with Hess & Eisenhardt is characterized by a dedication to design and building of quality custom automobiles. One of the most advanced stylists in the business, his customers included Presidents, actors and kings who chose his vehicles for their beauty and quality. He believed that a company that produced a quality product would endure. It is for that accomplishment that this award is given for design excellence.

			Best Packard Sponsored by The Citizens Motor Car Co., America�s Packard Museum 1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Town Car by Brunn Owner - Gregory Aarssen Chatham, Ontario , CAN This award is presented by The Citizens Motor Car Co., America�s Packard Museum to an outstanding example of this historic marque.

			Judges Choice - Alfa Romeo 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Pininfarina Cabriolet Owner - Shawn Miller Indianapolis , IN One trophy to the Alfa Romeo selected by the Chief Judge and Judging Executive Committee

			Bill Rudd �Best Vette� Honorary Trophy 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Owner - John F. Berry Burlington , KY Over thirty years ago a small group of people, including Bill Rudd, started the first Concours d'Elegance with a twofold purpose. First, it was an event to raise monies for the many worthwhile activities of the Arthritis Foundation. Secondly, it was an opportunity for local car collectors to socialize and share their interest in cars. Bill and his family have managed the entry gates of the Concours ever since. Bill's favorites were the Corvettes, particularly the earlier straight axle cars. Bill succumbed to the effects of his severe arthritis in 2007. We honor his 30-year participation by presenting the annual Bill Rudd best Corvette Award� an award that continues to be selected by the Rudd family.

			Cincinnati Art Museum Artistic Beauty Award Sponsored by The Cincinnati Art Museum 1967 Ferrari 412 P Owner - The Auto Museum Cincinnati , OH One trophy, awarded to the vehicle which possesses the most artistic beauty in the judgment of the representative of The Cincinnati Art Museum

			Ambassador Award - Hagerty Youth Judges� Choice Sponsored by Hagerty Collector Car Insurance 1950 Packard Eight Station Sedan Owner - Richard & Linda Kughn Dearborn , MI One trophy, presented by the youth representative of the American Juvenile Arthritis Organization, judged by a panel of youth judges sponsored by Hagerty Collector Car Insurance.

			Cincinnati Magazine Automotive Style Award Sponsored by Cincinnati Magazine 1959 Ferrari 250 GT PF Cabriolet (Series I) Owner - Hilary Raab, Jr. Crown Point , IN One trophy, awarded to the most stylish vehicle in the judgment of the representative of Cincinnati Magazine

			People�s Choice 1989 Batmobile Replica Owner - Casey Putsch Dublin , OH One trophy, awarded to the vehicle obtaining the most votes in public balloting.