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			Best of Show Sponsored by Bluegrass Motorsports Club & Road Course 1939 Bugatti Type 57C Voll & Ruhrbeck Cabriolet Owner - James A. Patterson, Sr. Louisville , KY One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee.
			Best of Featured Marque 1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe by LeBaron Owner - Brent Merrill Toronto , ONT One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee.
			Antique – through 1924 Sponsored by Banacom Signs 1913 Simplex Toy Tonneau 4 Passenger Owner - David K. Noran Fort Thomas , KY Best Of Class
			Pre-War Vintage – Non-CCCA, 1925-1942 Sponsored by Steinhauser Printing 1931 Ford Tudor Deluxe Phaeton Owner - Dale E. Roe Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class
			Pre-War Classic, Early – CCCA, 1925-1934 Sponsored by J. Charles Crystalworks 1928 Isotta-Fraschini Tipo 8A SS Boat-tail Convertible Coupe Owner - Peter T. Boyle Oil City , PA Best Of Class
			Pre-War Classic, Late – CCCA, 1935-1948 Sponsored by Carl H. Lindner 1939 Bugatti Type 57C Voll & Ruhrbeck Cabriolet Owner - James A. Patterson, Sr. Louisville , KY Best Of Class
			Collector - Foreign, 1946-1975 Sponsored by Huntington Bank 1950 Aston Martin DB2 Drophead Owner - Frank Rubino Pinecrest , FL Best Of Class
			Collector - American, 1946-1965 Sponsored by Osborne Coinage 1960 Chrysler 300F Convertible Owner - Henry Wallace Prospect , KY Best Of Class
			Sports – Classic through 1959 Sponsored by Kings Toyota 1950 Healey Silverstone Owner - David K. Hans Barrington , IL Best Of Class
			Sports – Contemporary, 1960-1975 Sponsored by Fellows/Bradley UBS Financial Services 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale Owner - R.H. Grant, III Dayton , OH Best Of Class
			Collector – Asian Sponsored by Joseph Toyota 1994 Nissan 300ZX Steve Millen Twin-turbo Owner - Bob Speights Nashville , TN Best Of Class
			Racing – All years Sponsored by Bradley Jaeger & Family 1985 Jaguar Group 44 XJR-7 GTP Owner - Jim Rogers Vero Beach , FL Best Of Class
			American Performance, 1961-1971 Sponsored by Bonefish Grill 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 "R Code" Owner - Frank W. Butler Florence , KY Best Of Class
			Future Classic – 1975-Present Sponsored by Gregory Leahy, Merrill Lynch 2006 Ford GT Heritage Owner - James B. Helmer, Jr. Cincinnati , OH Best Of Class
			Motorcycles – through 1975 Sponsored by Truckway Leasing 1940 Indian 4 Owner - David J. & Beverly Corsmeier Milford , OH Best Of Class
			Grand American Classics – Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg 1925–1948 Sponsored by Michael Gehrig, Attorney at Law 1931 Cord L-29 Cabriolet Owner - Gerald & Edna Mann Indianapolis , IN Best Of Class
			Grand American Classics – Packard 1925 – 1948 Sponsored by Performance Toyota 1934 Packard 1101 Eight Coupe Roadster Owner - Gregory Aarssen Chatham , ONT Best Of Class
			Grand American Classics – GM-Cadillac / LaSalle / Buick 1925-1948 Sponsored by Beechmont Toyota 1931 Buick 96C Convertible Coupe Owner - Roger Fields Powell , OH Best Of Class
			Grand American Classics – Lincoln / Chrysler 1925 –1948 Sponsored by Kerry Toyota 1931 Chrysler CG Imperial Convertible Coupe by LeBaron Owner - Brent Merrill Toronto , ONT Best Of Class
			Grand American Classics – Independent Automaker Classics, 1925–1948 Sponsored by Dry Ridge Toyota 1930 Willys Knight 66B Plaidside Roadster Owner - Gerald Szostak Plymouth , MI Best Of Class
			Special Display – Historic Indy Cars Sponsored by Sherman & Schroder Equipment 1968 Vels Parnelli Jones Indy Racer Owner - Robert B. McConnell Urbana , OH Best Of Class
			Special Display - Micro Cars Sponsored by Autotrader.com 1954 Moretti 750 Grand Sport Owner - Tom Stegman Cincinnati , OH Best of Class
			Cincinnati Mayor’s Cup 1933 Lincoln KB Brunn Brougham Owner - Arthur Lee Hughes Cincinnati , OH One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Mayor of the City of Cincinnati
			Grand Marshal’s Trophy 1949 Jaguar XK 120 Alloy Owner - L. Jack Ruscilli Columbus , OH One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the 2007 Concours Grand Marshall, Janet Guthrie
			Chairman’s Choice 1933 MG L1 Magna Police Car Owner - Bill Richey Bowling Green , KY One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours Co-Chairs
			Drivers Award 1959 BMW 507 Roadster Owner - R.H. Grant, III Dayton , 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 1939 Packard Twelve 1707 Formal Sedan Owner - Robert L. Westerman Cincinnati , 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) 1964 Porsche 904 Carrera GTS Owner - Ken Allison Florence , KY 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) 1941 Packard Darrin Victoria Convertible Owner - John O'Quinn Houston , TX 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 (Best Ferrari) 1967 Ferrari 330 GTS Owner - R.H. Grant, III Dayton , OH One trophy, awarded to the best 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 1928 Isotta-Fraschini Tipo 8A SS Boat-tail Convertible Coupe Owner - Peter T. Boyle Oil City , PA 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 1932 Lincoln KB Judkins Coupe Owner - Dr. Wellington C. Morton Fruitcove , FL 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 1950 Aston Martin DB2 Drophead Owner - Frank Rubino Pinecrest , FL 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 Sponsored by Significant Cars 1918 Buick E49 Touring Owner - Robert Anderson Troy , OH 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. One was an 8C 2300 with a Figoni Drophead body. The other was what many consider the ultimate collectible car - a 1937 8C 2900B Touring Spider. His car was one of four short wheelbase cars. It was shown at the 1937 Earls Court Salon in London. The original owner was Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands. 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.
			Award for Best Interior 1925 Marmon Series 74 Sedan Owner - Charles & Arlene Kleptz Naples , FL One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee.
			Award for Outstanding Engineering Sponsored by Appletree Design Works 1909 Stoddard Dayton Indy Car #21 Owner - Donald Lyons Dowagiac , MI One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the Concours judges and committee
			Bill Hess Award for Design Excellence 1929 Duesenberg J LaGrande Dual Cowl Phaeton Owner - Cliff & Joyce Alexander Piqua , OH 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 1932 Packard Custom Dietrich 904 Stationary Coupe Owner - Gene & Sally Perkins Greenwood , IN This award is presented by The Citizens Motor Car Co., America’s Packard Museum to an outstanding example of this historic marque.
			Bill Rudd “Best Vette” Honorary Trophy 1957 Chevrolet Corvette "Air Box" Convertible Owner - Bill Connell Cincinnati , OH 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.
			Cincinnati Art Museum Artistic Beauty Award Sponsored by The Cincinnati Art Museum 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint Speciale Owner - R.H. Grant, III Dayton , 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 Sponsored by American Juvenile Arthritis Organization 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Owner - John Rogers Cincinnati , OH One trophy, awarded at the discretion of the youth representative of the American Juvenile Arthritis Organization.
			Cincinnati Magazine Automotive Style Award Sponsored by Cincinnati Magazine 1935 Auburn 851 Boat-tail Speedster Owner - The Auto Museum Cincinnati , OH One trophy, awarded to the most stylish vehicle in the judgment of the representative of Cincinnati Magazine