Awards and distinctions
The collection of the Louwman Museum is recognized worldwide as one of the most prominent assemblies of automobiles history. This recognition is reflected not only in admiring visitors, but also in numerous prestigious prizes and awards at the most renowned international concours events.
The Louwman Museum is at the heart of a worldwide network of enthusiasts and specialists. The fact that we are internationally recognized with awards such as 'Museum of the Year 2013' is a wonderful compliment to everyone who contributes to the quality of our collection.
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Awards of our masterpieces
From the sun drenched lawns of Pebble Beach in the United States to the historic Villa d'Este on Lake Como, the masterpieces in the collection regularly win awards. These awards are a recognition of the exceptional quality, historical purity and unparalleled design of the automotive icons that you can admire up close in the museum. Below you will find an overview of the most talked about distinctions that the masterpieces from the collection have won in recent years.
Mercedes-Benz 500K Special Roadster
1994 - Pebble Beach, United States Best of Class Concours dElegance Star of Excellence Concours dElegance 1995 - Paris, France Best of Show at the Louis Vuitton Classic 2006 - Pebble Beach, United States Briggs Cunningham Trophy Concours dElegance 2015 - Paris, France Best of Show at the Chantilly Arts and Elegance 2016 - Paris, France Special Prize Les carrosserie atypiques at the Chantilly Arts and Elegance 2021 - Chateau St. Gerlach, Netherlands Best of Class InterClassics Days of Elegance
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Pegaso Z-102 Cupula
2015 - Tivoli, Italy Honorary Prize Concorso dEleganza Villa dEste Auto & Design Trophy Concorso dEleganza Villa dEste By Childrens and Youth Referendum Concorso dEleganza Villa dEste 2016 - Amelia Island, United States Best in Show Concours dElegance Chairmans Choice Award Concours dElegance Spirit of the Concours Award Concours dElegance
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Napier 60hp Type 21 Roi-des-Belges Tourer
2019 - Pebble Beach, United States Best of Class Concours d'Elegance Briggs Cunningham Trophy Concours d'Elegance
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Fiat 8V
1955 - Italy Winner Concours d Elegance Coppa Campione d Italia 2004 - Palace Het Loo, Netherlands Best of show Concours d Elegance
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Talbot-Lago T150 Teardrop Coupe
2012 - Het Loo Palace, Netherlands Best of show Concours dElegance
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Lanchester 28-hp landaulette
2005 - Het Loo Palace, Netherlands Best of Class Concours dElegance
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Bugatti Type T50 Profiled Coach
1964 - Pebble Beach, United States Best of Show Concours d'Elegance
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Bugatti Type 18 Sport Two-Seater
2015 - Paris, France Special Tribute Prize to Bugatti at the Chantilly Arts and Elegance
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