Pebble Beach hosts Tour d'Elegance presented by Rolex August 12, 2010
Written by Johnathan Bodily
The Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance presented by Rolex is an annual driving event that delights entrants and spectators alike.
Initiated to showcase the elegance of the automobile in motion, the Tour also underscores the early history of the place that is Pebble Beach. Decades before golf links were laid out along the edge of the Pacific Ocean, this area was known for its scenic drive, winding for miles through pine and cypress forest, dancing alongside dramatic cliffs and leading, ultimately, to a beautiful crescent-shaped bay.
The traditional Tour traces portions of the original 17-Mile Drive, traverses nearby mountains and valleys, dips down famed Highway One and pauses for a time in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea. The 2009 Tour also included a special route for Morgan Motor cars, tracing Scenic Road to the historic Carmel Mission. All Tour participants enjoy a catered gourmet lunch, a champagne celebration at the finish and commemorative gifts.
The Tour is open to all entrants in the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. And spectators are invited to view the Tour at key points along the route, including stops at the Carmel Mission and along Ocean Avenue in Carmel.
It is important to note that the Tour and the Concours are directly linked. If two cars tie in class competition at the Concours, the car that has successfully completed the Tour gets the nod.
Dates and times for the 2010 Tour are as follows: event details
August 12
7 – 8 a.m. Cars line up near Collins Field in Pebble Beach
8:30 a.m. Tour departs, tracing portions of 17-Mile Drive and Highway One
10:45 a.m.Select cars stop at Carmel Mission
11:30 – 12 noon Tour arrives in Carmel-by-the-Sea
12 noon – 2 p.m. Cars are displayed on Ocean Avenue
2 – 2:30 p.m. Tour returns to Pebble Beach
3:00 p.m. Concluding Champagne toast for participants
We'd like to thank Ron for allowing us access to his Ferrari Testarossa.
Specifications of this specific Testarossa:
Engine
Ferrari 5L 48 Valve Flat 12
Engine Modifications
Capristo Stage III Competition Exhaust System (Custom Fabricated)
Hyperflow Catalytic Converters
K&N Air Filters
Exterior & (Custom)Carbon Fiber Modifications
Carbon Fiber & Glass Engine Cover
Carbon Fiber Heat Shield
Carbon Fiber Side Skirts
Carbon Fiber Front Lip Spoiler
Carbon Fiber Door Sills
Carbon Fiber Mirror Triangles
Whells & Tires
19" HRE 547 R Wheels 8.5x11
Pirelli P-Zero Rosso's 235/35ZR19 Front, 305/30ZR19 Rear
Interior
Keith Collins Mats
Hill Engineering Stainless Pedals & Shift knob
Competition Components Fire Extinguisher
Momo Steering Wheel
Accessories
6 Piece Schedoni Testarossa Luggage Set
Factory Custom Car Cover/Seat Covers/Steering Wheel cover & Bag
Again, we'd like to thank Ron for access to his beautiful Testarossa and for inviting us to his home to take these shots!