{"id":80866,"date":"2025-11-20T15:23:31","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T15:23:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tcobcur.com\/ver5\/?p=80866"},"modified":"2025-11-20T19:10:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T19:10:45","slug":"interclassics-brussel-10th-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tcobcur.com\/ver5\/interclassics-brussel-10th-anniversary\/","title":{"rendered":"InterClassics Brussel – 10th Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brussels Expo, Belgium, 14-16 November 2025: <\/strong>Interclassics Brussels celebrates its 10th anniversary with an Homage to the V12 Supercars. Interclassics, one of the biggest car fairs, is known for being more than just a place to buy or sell your car. It is an exhibition of the most exquisite classics and old-timers, attracting 29,000 visitors over the weekend. This year was no exception, with around 800 vehicles, 300 stands, and an eye on the 75 years of Formula 1 with the V12 touch. V12 engines have been the most significant engines in car history, having been around for more than 100 years (Packard Twin Six). Still, they are currently being challenged by environmental and emissions regulations. The Interclassics team brought the best of a V12 engine\u2014from commercial cars to Race cars\u2014all in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Esser Premium Automotive brought several supercars, including the Apollo Emozione Intensa, which was a perfect fit for the V12 hommage at Interclassics Brussel. they also brough several other cars like the Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut to<\/p>\n

Text: Benjamin Wefer, Roley Richardson
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The official ceremony kicked off with the preview night on Thursday. Prince Laurent, along with ambassadors Walter Grootaers and Vanina Ickx, attended the opening ceremony and, together with several other guests, got a first glimpse of the highlights of the 10th anniversary of Interclassics Brussel.<\/p>\n

Halls five, six, and nine have been turned, as usual, into a car showroom for classic cars, where the spectator could have bought any car of their dreams. From a second-generation Chevrolet Corvette to a Porsche or a Lagonda. \u202fAlso, young timers are part of the collection, and there was something for every taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Several classic car dealers were present with only the best. Among them was Historic Competition Services (HCS). HSC is located in Wommelgem, Belgium, and is specialised in the restoration, renovation, recreation, and preparation of classic cars. They brought several iconic antique cars to Brussels for sale, including a 1934 Lagonda M45. A 4.5-liter inline-six-cylinder engine powers the Lagonda and produces about 118 horsepower. The top speed is around 160 km\/hrs. Over the last 9 decades, this Lagonda has had only six owners. This car is well documented, and an Interesting fact is that Nick Mason (drummer of the English band Pink Floyd) was one of the six owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Another interesting car exhibited by HCS was the Talbot 90, which has a rich racing history dating back to 1930 and was still racing this year. It has won the Brooklands 500 Mile with an average lap speed of 103 miles per hour.<\/p>\n

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Interclassics Brussels 2025 recorded an increase in visitors of nearly 30% compared to the previous year, and of course, how can you stay away if this edition was an homage to the V12 engine and 75 Years of Formula 1! The left side of Hall 9 was the place to be for a history lesson on the V12 engine, from the very first ones to the latest and greatest. Let us give you a brief tour through the history lane that once existed, starting with the Packard Phaeton Cabriolet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The Packard exhibited was a 1916 model. This luxury cabriolet was not for the average Joe, costing around 3000 USD, and was the first commercial vehicle with a V12 engine. This Cabrio had a 6.9-liter V12 engine producing 160 horsepower and a top speed of 130 km\/h. Imagine doing 130 back in 1916, when the roads were nothing like we know today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Another iconic car exhibited was the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV. According to some, the first true supercar was the Lamborghini Miura P400 SV, designed by Carrozzeria Bertone. The Miura was introduced to the public in 1966 and was the first mid-engine Lamborghini. The engine was mounted transversely to keep the wheelbase short. The V12 engine delivers 350-385 horsepower, depending on the model, at 7,000-7,850 rpm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Another Iconic V12 car is, of course, the Aston Martin Valkyrie. Produced between 2021 and 2024. A quad-overhead-cam 48-valve engine powers the Valkyrie. It’s a 6.5-litre V12 engine that can rev to 11.000 RPM. This monster produces 1001 horsepower at 10.600 rpm. It also has a 120 kW electric motor between the engine and transmission. One remarkable feature of the Valkerie is that it has the smallest break light bulb in the world. Every bulb in the world must carry a legal mark showing it has passed the relevant safety checks. So Aston Martin made it that small. Two high-powered LEDs point upwards, which use a lightweight periscope optic to bounce the light towards the rear.<\/p>\n

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Next to the V12 hommage, Interclassic paid tribute to the 75 years of Formula 1. Several iconic race cars got a spot in the halls of Brussels Expo, including the Talbot-Lago T26C. The T26C debuted at the Monaco Grand Prix back in 1948. This one-seater had an inline six-cylinder engine that produced around 260 horsepower at 5500 rpm. The T26C has a top speed of 270 km\/hrs.\u00a0 It is a breathtaking moment to see the history of Formula 1 in one place, from the earliest models to the latest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Symphony of Speed, a new feature added to Interclassic Brussels. The cars did not just shine, but they came to life. At least every two hours, a legendary car roars to life somewhere on the show floor. From timeless classics to modern-day V12 icons, they came to life, and the spectators were automatically drawn to the cars like steel to magnets.<\/p>\n

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And, as per tradition, this year the Interclassic awards were given only to the best of the best. This year’s top honor, Best of Show, went to the 1973 Ferrari 365 GTS\/4. The best pre-war went to a 1930 Lagonda supercharged. Best Sixties went to the 1967 Toyota 2000 GT. Best of the 70s went to a Renault Alpine A110.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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The tenth edition of the Interclassics in Brussels was great! Several thousand visitors found their way to the Brussels Expo, where they could enjoy a bit of the history of the V12 engine and Formula 1. For those who wanted to start or expand their collection, they could have bought one of their dreams. Also, tools, art, or accessories were part of the deal at Interclassics. The next stop is Interclassics at Maastricht in January 2026. If you love old-timers, make sure you are there. Enjoy the photo gallery!<\/p>\n

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