Quarterly Newsletter Volume 79

International Concourse de Elegance 
Jaguar Club Mexico

APRIL 26-27, 2025

The recently concluded Gran Concurso Internacional De Elegancia - owned and organized by Club Jaguar Mexico once again proved to be a remarkable spectacle! The Mexican Jaguar Club as well as the Concours are sanctioned by the Jaguar Club of North America. The Concours is held at the picturesque venue of "Las Caballerizas" (The Stables) in Dos Rios, Huixquilucan, situated at an impressive elevation of approximately 8,200 feet. The event has solidified its position as the largest car gathering in Mexico, and draws many other regional classic car clubs and collectors from all over North America, and has truly become one of Mexico's finest automotive events! The event usually kicks off on Thursday, with a Jaguar Clubs of North America "judges training session", aimed at familiarizing participants with recently adopted rules from the JCNA's Annual General Meeting. ​*Discussions are currently underway between JCNA and the Jaguar Club of Mexico regarding the possibility of holding the 2026 AGM in conjunction with the next Mexico City Concours...details are still unfolding, so stay tuned for updates!

Located just a short 45-minute drive from Mexico City, Las Caballerizas offers a breathtaking setting adorned with fragrant pine trees, invigoratingly fresh air, abundant sunshine, and majestic mountains that serve as a fitting backdrop to showcase the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail present in the diverse array of new, as well as classic automobile marques on display. This venue, boasting over a century of history, adds a distinct charm and heritage to the occasion, while the journey to reach it is a delightful sensory experience in itself, with enchanting towns, quaint villages, and winding country roads dotting the route. Year after year, it continues to captivate North American enthusiasts, offering a unique fusion of elegance, artistry, and automotive passion that leaves an indelible mark on all who attend!

Mexico City Concours 2025
Photo Gallery

Best of Show Winners

BEST O​F SHOW: American

BEST O​F SHOW: Foreign

1957 Jaguar XKSS: The history of the XKSS begins with Jaguar's three glorious consecutive victories at Le Mans in 1955, 1956 and 1957 with the almighty D-Type. After this 'hat-trick' of triumphs, on 14 January 1957 Sir Williams Lyons makes the decision to convert the remaining 25 D-TYPE vehicles into road versions with several external modifications, which meant the creation of the world's first super vehicle, the XKSS.

Experts consider the XKSS to be the world's first super vehicle, as it is a vehicle derived directly from a winning race car like the D-Type. This model was a key point in Jaguar's history and is a vehicle widely sought after by collectors, as only 87 units were manufactured in its different variants

1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302: In 1968, Ford hired Larry Shinoda, designer of the famous Corvette Sting Ray and Chevrolet Corvair, to create the 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302, a staunch rival of Chevrolet Camaro. It is vehicle 302 was designed on the platform of the Mustang "SportRoof" and eliminated the air intakes from the back of the Mach 1 Fastback and so the Boss 302 was left with a distinctive exterior look, a sports front grill, decorative rays on the hood and sides.

He is remembered for his performance on the racetracks and has become a legend among the car cars. Only 1,628 units were manufactured, making it a true icon of the golden age of American sports and, of course, the history of the Mustang.