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Miami Car Week 2026 transformed the city into a premier automotive oasis, attracting collectors, aficionados, designers, and leaders from the luxury lifestyle realm worldwide. The highlight was ModaMiami, which made a grand return for its third edition at the iconic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, presenting its largest and most ambitious program yet. This three-day extravaganza melded world-class concours presentations with immersive hospitality, luxury retail, and one of the year’s most anticipated collector car auctions.
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The swift growth of Miami Car Week underscores the city’s rising significance in the global collector car community. Initially a modest luxury automotive gathering, it has blossomed into a week-long celebration featuring diverse experiences across the city. From thrilling track events to exclusive showcases, participants represented 38 US states and 28 countries, reinforcing the event’s international allure.
This expansion has firmly positioned Miami Car Week as a key player on the global automotive calendar, alongside esteemed events like Monterey Car Week and Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. With Miami’s vibrant cultural scene, luxury hospitality, and a burgeoning community of collectors, this event provides an ideal backdrop for a world-class automotive celebration.
ModaMiami: An Unforgettable Luxury Automotive Experience
Serving as the centerpiece of Miami Car Week, ModaMiami gathered over 8,000 guests and showcased more than 500 exceptional automobiles from every era of automotive history. The stunning array of vehicles featured everything from pioneering classics to futuristic hypercars, offering enthusiasts an unparalleled glimpse into the evolution of design, engineering, and craftsmanship.
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This event merged the timeless elegance of a traditional concours with the lively ambiance of a modern luxury festival. Attendees explored curated automotive exhibits while indulging in gourmet culinary delights, enjoying open-air lounges, and experiencing premium hospitality and luxury retail activations. The thoughtfully crafted environment made the event feel as much like an international lifestyle gathering as it did a classic car show.
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Collectors and enthusiasts were treated to a display of historically significant vehicles, featuring early Mercedes-Benz models that trace the roots of automotive design, alongside the iconic 1995 McLaren F1 chassis 22 presented by the Revs Institute. This showcase of such prestigious automobiles solidified ModaMiami’s reputation as a premier destination for some of the most valuable and historically rich cars in existence.
During the weekend, the atmosphere was balanced between prestige and vibrancy. By day, the concours lawn offered a refined backdrop for collectors and judges to celebrate automotive artistry and authenticity. As night fell, the event morphed into a lively social affair brimming with entertainment, luxurious hospitality, and curated nightlife.
RM Sotheby’s Auction Sets New Records with $74 Million in Sales
One of the most eagerly awaited highlights of Miami Car Week 2026 occurred on Friday evening, as RM Sotheby’s staged a headline collector car auction. The single-day auction raked in over $74 million in total sales over just four hours, boasting an impressive 91 percent sell-through rate and attracting bidders from 21 different countries.
The auction presented an extraordinary array of modern hypercars, esteemed collector automobiles, and iconic performance vehicles, captivating audiences of collectors globally. Bidding proved fierce as the most coveted automobiles crossed the auction block.
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The highest-selling vehicle of the evening was a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider by Scaglietti, fetching a remarkable $7.045 million. Hot on its tail was the 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari, which sold for $6.88 million, followed by the iconic 1992 Ferrari F40, which commanded $5.23 million.
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Other noteworthy results included a rare 2024 Bugatti Bolide, which sold for nearly $5 million, and the stunning Pagani Huayra Roadster, achieving more than $3.4 million. Iconic modern classics, including the Porsche Carrera GT and Ferrari 812 Competizione A, also drew enthusiastic bids.
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These remarkable sales underscore the robust vitality of the global collector car market. Both high-performance modern hypercars and historically significant classics attracted passionate buyers, demonstrating the collector community’s unwavering enthusiasm across various automotive eras.
Celebrating Automotive Excellence: Best of Show Winners
While the auction garnered global headlines, the concours awards at ModaMiami honored the artistry and heritage of the vehicles displayed. Judges meticulously assessed vehicles based on design, authenticity, craftsmanship, and historical significance, ultimately bestowing the prestigious Best of Show accolades across numerous categories.
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The Best of Show Post-War award was claimed by the exquisite 1967 Ferrari 275 GTS/4 NART Spider from the Jaeger Family Collection in Cincinnati. This rare, elegant model stands among the most coveted open-top sports cars of its era, embodying Italian automotive design excellence.
The Best of Show Modern award honored the legendary 1995 McLaren F1 from the Revs Institute in Naples, Florida. Hailed as one of the most significant supercars ever produced, the McLaren F1 redefined performance engineering and holds a timeless place in automotive lore.
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Meanwhile, the Best of Show Classic award was bestowed upon the stunning 1934 Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Lungo Spider, owned by Joe Novogratz. This remarkable pre-war masterpiece represents one of the most elegantly designed and historically significant sports cars from the early twentieth century.
Together, these award winners highlight the extraordinary diversity of vehicles featured at ModaMiami, celebrating nearly a century of innovative automotive craftsmanship.
The Bright Future of Miami Car Week
The success of Miami Car Week 2026 heralds an exciting future for both ModaMiami and the broader collector car community in the area. The city’s enthusiastic support, coupled with strong international attendance and increased industry presence, confirms that Miami has firmly established itself as a dynamic automotive destination.
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Organizers have already announced that ModaMiami will make its return in the last week of February 2027, promising an even grander celebration of automotive artistry, engineering prowess, and luxurious lifestyle experiences. With new activations and expanded programming already under discussion, anticipation is building for the next edition.
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As Miami strengthens its foothold in the global collector car market, Miami Car Week is swiftly becoming an essential event for collectors, enthusiasts, and luxury brands alike. Featuring historical masterpieces alongside cutting-edge hypercars, the event exemplifies the full spectrum of automotive passion and innovation.
For those fortunate enough to experience the vibrant atmosphere of ModaMiami in 2026, one truth remains palpable: Miami Car Week has solidified its status as one of the most exhilarating automotive celebrations globally.
