Held in conjunction with the Huntington Beach Concours d'Elegance
The first weekend of June brought together two significant
milestones for Southern California automotive enthusiasts, as the Jaguar Owners
Club of Los Angeles celebrated its 70th Anniversary Concours while the
Huntington Beach Concours d'Elegance marked its 40th anniversary. Held at
Huntington Beach Central Park on June 6-7, 2026, the two-day event once again
attracted an impressive gathering of collector automobiles, motorcycles,
enthusiasts, and families for a memorable weekend dedicated to automotive history,
preservation, and community.
Held on the scenic grounds behind the Huntington
Beach Central Library, the Huntington Beach Concours continues to be one of
Southern California's most anticipated automotive gatherings. The 2026 event
featured a diverse display of classic automobiles, motorcycles, hot rods,
custom vehicles, and specialty marques, while also supporting the Children's
Resource Center at the Huntington Beach Central Library. This year's
celebration featured automotive journalist and KABC-TV automobile expert Dave
Kunz as Grand Marshal, along with live entertainment, vendors, and a variety of
attractions that contributed to the event's welcoming atmosphere.
Saturday's activities focused on the Jaguar Owners Club of
Los Angeles Concours d'Elegance, which commemorated the club's 70th
anniversary. One of the oldest and most respected Jaguar clubs in North
America, JOCLA continues to play an important role in preserving and promoting
the Jaguar marque through concours events, technical programs, and enthusiast
activities. Jaguar owners from throughout the region gathered to display and
evaluate some of the finest examples of the breed, creating an impressive showcase
of Jaguar history spanning multiple generations.
The concours field showcased an impressive cross-section of
Jaguar history, ranging from pre-war and post-war saloons to sporting XK
models, E-Types, and modern Jaguars. Notable entries included David and Windley
Putnam's 1950 Mark V Saloon, Robert Baumhefner's 1960 Mark 2 Saloon, Jacob
Cherub's 1969 E-Type Series 2 Roadster, and several outstanding modified and
preservation-class entries. The diversity of the field highlighted both the
depth of Jaguar's heritage and the dedication of enthusiasts who continue to
preserve and enjoy these remarkable automobiles.
Representing Classic Showcase at this year's event was Tom
and Debbie Krefetz's recently completed 1950 Jaguar XK120 Alloy Roadster.
Making one of its first major concours appearances following restoration, the
XK120 attracted considerable attention from judges, participants, and
spectators throughout the weekend. Competing in the C2/120 class, the car
achieved a perfect score of 100.000 points, one of only two perfect scores
recorded during the concours. The accomplishment reflects the quality of the restoration
as well as the authenticity, presentation, and condition of this rare and
historically significant Jaguar. Throughout the restoration and preparation
process, Classic Showcase utilized professional detailing products from
Mothers, helping ensure the vehicle's finish and presentation reflected the
same attention to detail found throughout the restoration itself.
The Jaguar Owners Club of Los Angeles 70th Anniversary Concours featured an outstanding field of Jaguars representing nearly every era of the marque's history. Several entries achieved exceptional scores during judging, including perfect 100-point performances by Tom and Debbie Krefetz's 1950 XK120 Alloy Roadster and Robert Baumhefner's 1960 Mark 2 Saloon. From pre-war and post-war saloons to E-Types, modern Jaguars, and modified entries, the results reflect the remarkable quality and diversity of the automobiles presented throughout this special anniversary event.
SATURDAY JOCLA JAGUAR CONCOURS RESULTS:
The celebration continued on Sunday with the Huntington
Beach Concours d'Elegance, which commemorated its 40th anniversary in 2026.
Since its founding in 1986, the event has become one of Southern California's
most respected concours gatherings, bringing together an impressive variety of
automobiles, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles representing nearly every era
of motoring history. The participation of organizations such as the Jaguar
Owners Club of Los Angeles, the Rolls-Royce and Bentley Drivers Club of
Southern California, and Great Britains further highlighted the diverse
automotive interests represented throughout the weekend.
Beyond the awards and judging, the weekend offered an
opportunity to reconnect with fellow enthusiasts, share automotive stories, and
celebrate the friendships that make the collector car hobby so rewarding. As
both organizations celebrated important anniversaries in 2026, the Huntington
Beach Concours d'Elegance weekend served as a reminder of the passion,
dedication, and community spirit that continue to sustain the collector car
hobby. We invite you to enjoy the photo galleries below and join us in celebrating
another successful weekend of automotive excellence.
