Tuning, sports, and classic cars: Essen Motor Show is revving up
Savvy sports car fanatics, dreamers of iconic classics, and enthusiasts of "tuned-up" rides lovingly restored down to the last bolt — prepare for the starting gun! The "Essen Motor Show" is back in Essen starting this Friday, packed with 500 exhibitors and beyond 1,000 incredible vehicles, their prices pushing 5 million euros, as well as accessories to gobble up. A trade fair insider shares.
Let's dive into the action:
Premium Performance: From potent sports cars like a Brabus Porsche clocking 900 horsepower and zipping to 340 km/h top speed, to tuned and electrified sprint machines, such as a 534 horsepower Tesla, double as a low-profile, road-hugging robot thanks to its air suspension and motorized, illuminated door handles.
Fun Fact: Germany's 120 auto tuning association pros rake in an impressive 780 million euros per year.
Policing with a Purpose: The Essen Motor Show becomes a testament to road safety with the police presenting a pimped-out VW ID-Buzz electric bus pushing 204 horsepower. The ride serves as a campaign vehicle to promote using only verified and authorized car parts during pursuit of modifications.
Luxury and Affordable Tuning: With tuning and classic car options priced from €10,000 to half a million, altogether, Sven Schulze from TuningXperience helps us appreciate the creative spectrum: "The 1,000 horsepower cap isn't a problem!"
Classic Cars' Glimpses of Wealth: The fair's classic car wing isn't for the faint-hearted: From $1M+ rainmakers, milestone collectibles, to '80s and '90s staples, totally transformed varieties of the Golf GTI beckon, soaring to well over €30,000.
Note to Visitors:
Take a gander at a VIP Aston Martin and Brabus showings. Keep an eye out for a classic tuned VW ID-Buzz electric bus. Unearth tuning projects across the spectrum from €10k to €500k.
Epic Classic Cars at Essen Motor Show:
Stay tuned for details!
Enrichment Data Integrated:
The Essen Motor Show from March 20–24, 2025, in Essen, Germany, will boast:
Highlights:
- Over 1,250 Exhibitors:
- Experience an extensive array of classic cars, exclusive models, and resto modifications[2].
- Live Demonstrations:
- Get up-close with restoration technicians and their techniques during live presentations[2].
- Diverse Car Variety:
- Expect a niche blend of treasured classics, upgraded modern classics, and fringe-of-the-spectrum vehicles[2].
- Special Areas:
- Visit the Classic Car Gallery, Sport Compact Saloon Competition, and the Spare Parts Market[3].
Trends:
- Classic Car Sales:
- Be on the lookout for limited-edition vehicles, historic show machines, and competition cars[1].
- Tuning and Customization:
- Explore the blend of classic craftsmanship and modern technology[3].
- Electric and Hybrid Vehicles:
- Discover the art of resurrecting vintage electric and hybrid cars[2].
- International Classic Car Scene:
- Soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the global classic car community[1].
The Essen Motor Show! Get ready for a jolt of automotive excitement, classic car appreciation, and overlooked tuning gems.
