The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary with Four Featured Classes and More than a Dozen Automotive Debuts

The world-renowned motorsports event returns this August highlighting rare Porsche and Bentley models, key Italian-designed vehicles and automotive unveilings from the world's leading marques

This year's celebratory event will honor four featured classes, including the 50th Anniversary of the 1973 RS Carrera, Porsche 959s, Early Bentley 1950s R-Type Coupe and Eyes on Italian Design.

The Porsche featured classes will celebrate both the iconic 911 Carrera 2.7 RS and the innovative 959, which both reset the standard for their time. The enduring RS was the fastest German production car of its day and the first series production model with both front and rear spoilers. Upon its launch in 1986, the twin-turbocharged 959 was regarded as the most technologically advanced road-going sports car ever created, and it was the catalyst behind Porsche's decision to equip all future turbocharged sports cars with all-wheel drive.

The spectacular Eyes on Italian Design class will feature prototypes, one-offs and production cars, all penned by the famed Italian Car Designer of the Century, while the Early Bentley 1950s R-Type Coupe class will celebrate the timeless craftsmanship of these grand touring machines.

'As we look back over 19 years of incredible gatherings, we are honored to have hosted the collectors, brands and car lovers who make this one of the most esteemed automotive events in the world,' said Kai Lermen, general manager of Quail Lodge & Golf Club. 'The Peninsula Signature Events team works hard to cultivate a luxurious and welcoming atmosphere each year, and we cannot wait to celebrate our 20th anniversary with our friends.'

From its beginnings as a small gathering of enthusiasts to its evolution as the centerpiece of Monterey Car Week, The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering has become the venue for the world's most iconic and innovative car makers to unveil new models. This year will be no exception, with more than a dozen vehicle unveils planned. The new model presentations are set to reshape what is possible while pushing the boundaries of design, engineering and technology.

In addition to the curated collection of collector vehicles, The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering is proud to announce that the following brands have confirmed participation as top sponsors: Acura, Aston Martin, Bentley Motors, Inc., Bonhams|Cars, Bugatti, Czinger, Flexjet, Gordon Murray Automotive, Gunther Werks, Hennessey Performance, Kia America, Inc., Koenigsegg, Lamborghini, Lexus, Lotus, Maserati, McLaren, O'GARA, Pagani, Porsche Cars North America, Inc., RIMAC, Rolex, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Singer Vehicle Design and Zenvo Automotive.

Guests can expect an elegant outdoor family- and pet-friendly garden party highlighted by five gourmet culinary pavilions, award-winning wine vendors, live music and the Fireside Chat Series, which provides an opportunity to hear from motorsports legends and industry luminaries discussing the future of motorsports and the hobby of car collecting. Entrance also includes an invitation to attend the Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction, the longest-running auction held during Monterey Car Week. The auction is set to include an exciting lineup of rare, unique and exotic vehicles.

Please visit The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering event website to learn more, and follow The Quail Events on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on event activities and announcements.

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)

Incorporated in 1866 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00045), The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited is the holding company of a Group that is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotels and commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Bangkok and The Peninsula Manila. Projects under development include The Peninsula London and The Peninsula Istanbul. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John's Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong.

About The Peninsula Signature Events

The Peninsula Signature Events are organized by The Peninsula Hotels, dedicated to creating world-class bespoke events at its properties. Quail Lodge & Golf Club is home to the following Peninsula Signature Events: The Quail Ride, The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, The Quail Rally and The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. peninsula.com/signatureevents.

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