Paris… February… winter… and wet! Why would any sane person choose that time to be there? Simple, actually… THE BEST indoor car show in the world. All the major European dealers/brokers, and many manufacturers show their “best stuff”. Virtually everything one sees at the “dealers” can be purchased; whereas the Factory displays are showing off their heritage cars and programs. This year over 132,000 people attended Retromobile!

The collectibles side of the market there, is getting a bit squeezed for space. But it remains as one of the finest sources of both new and vintage scale models, toys, varied posters, books & literature, signs, and assorted limited memorabilia. It is a unique and exceptional experience, and one that should be on your list to attend at least once!

Adding to this, three major auction houses conduct sales in conjunction with RetroMobile. Each with varied automobilia offerings, and the Artcurial sale takes place on site. All of that gives you even more reason to be there!  For your reference and planning, next year the dates are February 5-9. Hope to see you there!

TS

Photos shown are from our intrepid reporter Tony Singer, and two other lucky attendees; Brandes Elitch, and Jens Vogt.

​Stephane Dufrene of Built Up Models with his huge scratch built model of a Maserati 250F.

​Of course, there are books, and book signings at Retromobile!