Latest Update
10.15.2024
Oh, What a Day!
Normally this Update Review would have been in your hands last week, but our Web Designer, Porter Foster and "Cat" his wife, our Administrator, moved to North Port, FL, which is about 60 miles South of Tampa FL. Needless to say, they had some serious items on their minds last week. All is good, they are safe, no damage and only lost power for about 12 hours.
The 17th Annual Renaissance is history and the weather, entries, venue, owners, and spectators could not have been better. A good time was had by all.
As is often the case, the diversity of marques was plentiful, from Aston Martin to Citroen. The judges had a hard time of it, with some very close scores, as several winners were decided by placement or non-placement of a fire extinguisher. We wish to thank all the participants, our very generous sponsors and our featured host The Renaissance and Explore Ridgeland, which continues to help make The Euro-Fest the enjoyable free event that it is.
The 18th Annual Renaissance Euro Fest will be the 1st weekend of October.
October 3-4, 2025
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Renaissance Road Rally
Photos
Best of Show
List of Winners
| Explore Ridgeland Best of Show Closed | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | Buddy McClain | |
| Renaissance at Colony Park Best of Show Open | 1955 MGTF 1500 | Robert Manske | |
Class Winners
List of Winners
| Featured Marque | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Featured Marque Closed | 1973 Alfa Romeo 1600 Jr. Zagato | Bonnie Menapace | |
| Featured Marque Open | 1958 Alfa Romeo Guilietta Spider Veloce | Andy Menapace | |
List of Winners
| British | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| British Closed | Best in Class | 1993 Land Rover Defender 130 | David Lewis |
| British Open | Best in Class | 1994 Triumph TR6 | Tom Brown |
| British Open | Outstanding in Class | 1960 MGA | Keith Turner |
| British Open | Outstanding in Class | 1968 Austin Healey Sprite MK IV | Jager Smith |
| British Open | Outstanding in Class | 1961 Triumph TR3A | Thomas Elkin |
| British Open | Outstanding in Class | 1972 MGB | Clay Johnston |
| German | |||
| German Closed | Best in Class | 1963 Porsche 356 Super 90 | Ben & Terry Cherbonnier |
| German Closed | Outstanding in Class | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia | Geoffrey Manfre |
| German Closed | Outstanding in Class | 1975 BMW 2002 | Jose Orench |
| German Closed | Outstanding in Class | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL | Melissa Torrence |
| German Open | Best in Class | 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet | Marc Doyle |
| Grand Saloon | |||
| Grand Saloon Closed | Best in Class | 2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost | Jamie Franks |
| Grand Saloon Open | Best in Class | 2017 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | Brad Champlin |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 2007 Bentley Azure | Gerard Hebert |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | Butler Tabor |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 3 | Jamie Franks |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 2 | Dennis Norris |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 1978 Silver Shadow II | Paul Broiulette |
| Grand Saloon Open | Outstanding in Class | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | Bobby Major |
| Italian | |||
| Italian Closed | Best in Class | 1973 Alfa Romeo 1600 Jr. Zagato | Bonnie Menapace |
| Italian Open | Best in Class | 1958 Alfa Romeo Guilietta Spider | Andy Menapace |
| Italian Open | Outstanding in Class | 1983 Pininfarina Azzura | Mike Hooten |
| Italian Open | Outstanding in Class | 1974 Fiat 124 Spider | Galen Poole |
| Other European | |||
| Other European | Best in Class | 1992 Saab 900S | Sonny Ruff |
| Preservation | |||
| Preservation | Best in Class | 1955 MG TF1500 | Robert Manske |
| Special Interest | |||
| Special Interest Open | Best in Class | 2019 Ferrari 488 Spider | Buddy McClain |
| Special Interest Open | Outstanding in Class | 2001 Audi TT Quattro Roadster | Joshua Saucier |
| Special Interest Open | Outstanding in Class | 2009 Ferrari 430 | John Herlihy |
| Special Interest Closed | Best in Class | 2022 Ferrari F8 Tributo | Chuck Anselmo |
| Special Interest Closed | Outstanding in Class | 2022 Ferrari F8 | Brent Milam |
| Special Interest Closed | Outstanding in Class | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | Ian MacDonald |
Recipient of the Ed Wettach Love of the Auto Award
Rick and Mary Lynn Huber
With Elanor Wettach, her son Webb Collums and the Wettach Family
Sponsors Choice Awards
List of Winners
| Marseillase Award | 1974 Citreon 2CV | Barbara Cashman | |
| Ferrari of Atlanta - La Dolce Vita Award | 2009 Ferrari F430 | John Herlihy | |
| Lee Michaels Little Jewel Award | 1966 Fiatt 500F | Sarah Hooten | |
| BMW of Jackson - German Perfection Award | 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 | Jager Smith | |
| Gateway Tire - Safe Drive Award | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL | William Seale | |
| Sonic Drive-In - Up Award | 1972 Jensen-Healey MK1 | Mark Van Lake | |
List of Winners
| Motorcycles | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycles | Best in Class | 1971 Triumph Rickman Metisse | Roger Harris |
| Motorcycles | Outstanding in Class | 1967 Triumph Mountain Cub | Roger Harris |
Legends of the Interstates
10.01.2024
Final Participant Information
2024 Renaissance Euro Fest
LEGENDS OF THE INTERSTATES
Although registration has closed for The Renaissance Euro Fest, you are welcome to participate in Legends of the Interstates, which is a non-judged gathering of European autos of all ages to park on the EAST Center lawn of the Renaissance. This is a relaxed event that welcomes your lawn chairs, fido (if on a leash), and your appetite for some fine Bar-B-Q from Soul Shine Bar-B-Q, whose slogan is "Mississippi Flavor With A Texas Kick". You are requested to be parked by 10:00 AM and not depart before mid afternoon. You are also welcome to drive in The Friday Renaissance Road Rally, details below. More information also available at www.Euro-Fest.net.
Renaissance Friday
Italian ice will be waiting for you at 2:30, Friday Oct. 4th, queue up prior to the prompt 3:00 departure of the escorted Renaissance Road Rally Drive from the parking lot in front of CAET Restaurant, which is on the South Side of The Hyatt Hotel. The drive will proceed North on Highland Colony Parkway to HWY. 463, turning West, driving and parking in the Livingston Community. You will be on your own while there with several shops and restaurants to choose from or just pull out your chairs and visit in the shade. You will want to depart, non-escorted, in time to return to the Welcome "Pick Up Packet Party", 5:00-7:00 at Lee Michael's Fine Jewelry in the South end of The Renaissance, partaking in drink and hors d'oeuvres. You will be able to pick up your instruction packet which will contain complete instructions. If you can't make the party, packets will be available in front of Lee Michael's at 7:00 AM, Saturday the 5th of Oct. Go to www.renaissanceatcolonypark.com to select one of the fine restaurants, making reservations for you and your friends. You will also find complete maps showing locations of the many fine shops that make the Renaissance a Premier Shopping Destination!
ADDITIONAL ITEMS TO KNOW
Overnight parking is available in the C Spire garage across the street from The Hyatt Hotel but NO TRAILER PARKING, that is available in the lot to the immediate South of The Hyatt. A cover up is suggested for your auto.
There will be a garden hose on the back side of The Hyatt available for clean-up starting Friday morning.
RENAISSANCE SATURDAY
Instruction packets are available 7:00AM, at Lee Michael's, South end of The Renaissance. Please review "PARTICIPANTS INSTRUCTIONS INFO". Entries must be in place by 9:00 AM, Judges in Yellow Safety vest will be available in each Class to assist with exact placement. Judging will begin at 9:00 AM. The awards will begin being presented at entry, hopefully, with buyer present no later than 4:00 PM and should be complete by 5;00 PM, at the show's conclusion. However, you are welcome to leave your entry as is if you desire to go to dinner or shop, etc.
Final Entries
2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600
2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GTs
2023 Maserati MC20
1948 BSA C11
2019 Ferrari 488 Spider
1996 Land Rover Defender
1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
9.27.2024
Last Chance to Register
Quick reminder for everyone. Registration closes THIS SUNDAY at midnight. So if you have not registered your vehicle yet, please do so immediately.
Latest Entries
1999 Mercedes-Benz E320
1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
2009 Aston Martin DBS
1992 Saab 900S
2014 Ferrari 458 Spider
2008 Bentley Azure
1974 Triumph TR6
9.16.2024
Stars of the Show
FROM
Ferraris
2024 Ferrari Purosongue
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
2000 Ferrari 360 Challenger Car
TO
Volkswagens
1966 Volkswagen Beetle
1966 Volkswagen Standard Microbus
TO
Triumph & Indian Motorcycles
1955 Triumph Tiger 100
1946 Indian / Corgi Papoose
1967 Triumph Mountain Cub T20
1971 Rickman Triumph Metisse
Don't Procrastinate, Activate your Entry Form Now!
More Recent Entries
1976 Triumph TR6
1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur III Saloon
2017 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
1987 Jaguar XJ.SC
2024 BMW M2 G87
9.06.2024
Hotel Reduced Rate Cutoff Date Coming Soon
HEADQUARTERS HOTEL HYATT
With Covered Parking Across The Street
REDUCED RATE CUT OFF DATE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH
Early Parking Assignments Have Begun
Latest Entries
1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Cabriolet
1987 Mercedes-Benz 260e
1963 Porsche 356 Super 90
2020 McLaren GT
1976 Triumph TR6
1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
1960 MG A
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
1955 MG TF1500
1983 Pininfarina Azzurra
1966 Fiat 500F
1988 Merkur XR4Ti
1964 Porsche 356sc
1949 MG TC EXU
1974 Triumph TR6
1952 MG TD
1999 BMW Z3 2.8
1968 Austin Healey Sprite Mk IV
8.27.2024
RENAISSANCE EURO FEST IS ON THE AIR!
Rotary Clubs
- Madison-Ridgeland - August 29 - Embassy Suites Ridgeland
- Brandon - September 5 - 12:00-1:00 - Genna Benna Restaurant Brandon
- Flowood - September 10 - 12:00 - Table 100 Flowood
- Jackson - TBA
Radio
- September 19 - 10:00-11:00 - MPB - "Auto Correct-With Germaine Flood"
- Cities Airing:
Jackson, Biloxi, Booneville, Bude, Greenwood, Meridian, Oxford, Starkville
- Cities Airing:
- September 23 & 30 Rerun - 7:30-8:00 - WJNT 1180AM/96.6 FM - The Kelly Kyle Show - "Estate Planning" for Upscale Audience
- October 4 - 8:05-8:30 - WFMN 97.3 - "Super Talk Show" With Paul Gallo
- Stations Airing:
Jackson, Laurel, Hattiesburg, Southwest MS, Pike County, North MS, Tupelo, The Delta, MS Gulf Coast, Golden Triangle, Meridian, Corinth, North MS
- Stations Airing:
ENTRY PLACEMENT ASSIGNMENTS WILL BEGIN SEPTEMBER 1ST
This Week's Entries
1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 2.8 Lt
1990 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC
1960 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II
1975 BMW 2002
1985 Mercedes-Benz E320 Cabriolet
1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II
8.08.2024
Entries Now Being Considered
Latest Entries
1993 TVR Chimaera
1973 MG B GT
2005 Lotus Elise
1986 Porsche 944
1967 Austin Healey Sprite MK IV
1974 Fiat 124 Spider
1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL
1978 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce
1973 Alfa Romeo 1600 Junior Zagato
1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn
2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
1993 Cadillac Allante
1972 Jensen-Healey MK1
2002 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo S
1974 Citreon 2CV
1973 Triumph Stag
Former Entries
1993 Land Rover Defender 130
1974 Triumph TR6
1987 Rolls-Royce Corniche
2022 Toyota Supra A91-CF
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300D
1968 Volkswagen Pickup
1972 MG MGB
1961 Triumph TR3A
2022 Ferrari F8 Tributo
7.19.2024
Featured Marque of the 2024 Euro Fest
Like the Mona Lisa Masterpiece, Italy's Automotive Masterpieces will be the Featured Marque of The 2024 Renaissance. A Best In Class Open & Closed Vintage and A Best In Class Nouveau Open & Closed Collectively, Consisting of The Following Marques:
Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Fiat, Lamborghini, Lancia, Maserati, Pagani
These marques will lead our Renaissance Road Rally Drive on Friday.
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 SDL
1967 Jaguar E-Type
2001 Audi TT Quattro Roadster
1967 Jaguar E-Type
1962 MG MGA
1958 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
2022 Ferrari F8
1956 Volkswagen Beetle
2012 Bentley Continental GT
1957 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
1991 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
1961 Nash Metro
