Close to 200 vintage & classic automobiles came together for the 8th Concours d'Elegance in Palos Verdes. The new location at the Ocean Trails Golf Club, with an impressive backdrop of cliffs and the Pacific Ocean, provided the appropriate stage for the annual show.

"This event could possibly rival Pebble Beach some day" said this year's Grand Marshal Bruce Meyer, who brought Clark Gables 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc and a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing. Several other one-of-a-kind automobiles - like a 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL with a Pininfarina body and a 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante with a Paul Née body could be appreciated in this beautiful setting.

This is a 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL with a special body by Pininfarina.

Rolls-Royce and Bentley competed in separate classes, with a total of 34 vehicles on display.

Another special body by Pininfarina: 1952 Packard 2-door Fastback

The winner of the 'Best of Show' Trophy: 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante with Paul Née coachworks.

Some people might still have wondered how the 'Gullwing' got it's name. Now they know...

Still in original and unrestored condition: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Cabriolet originally owned by Clark Gable.

The 9th annual Palos Verdes Concours d'Elegance will be held September 16, 2001 at the Ocean Trails Golf Club, Palos Verdes. Information about tickets and schedules can be found at pvconcours.com.