Salon Privé has named Richard Hammond as a judge for the Concours de Vente at its 20th anniversary event this summer.
Taking place during the new Salon Privé Supercar Sunday & Lifestyle Club Trophy Day on 31st August, Hammond, best known as a former presenter of ‘Top Gear‘ and ‘The Grand Tour‘, will also award the Lifestyle Club Trophy, bringing a close to the five-day anniversary event at Blenheim Palace.
Taking place at Blenheim for the first time, the Salon Privé Concours de Vente will present a curated selection of cars for sale from UK restorers and specialists.
Hammond will be joined by a panel of professional judges who will select their winning car and award the Prix d’Honneur trophy during the finale awards parade on Sunday.
Salon Privé added Supercar Sunday to the experience for 2025, with an aim to bring together distinguished UK multi-marque Supercar and Lifestyle clubs, alongside single-marque enthusiast groups.
These curated collections will be presented on the North and South Lawns of Blenheim in a display of automotive splendour.
Hammond will play a key role throughout the Sunday, bringing his expertise and presence to the event.
As well as judging, his digital platform DriveTribe will be on-site in the Paddock, capturing exclusive behind-the-scenes content and engaging with guests.
Hammond said: “It’s thrilling to be involved in this exciting new chapter of Salon Privé as the event celebrates its 20th anniversary.
“I can’t wait to judge two awards and be able to get up close with some truly unique automobiles.
“Supercar Sunday is set to deliver an unforgettable celebration of automotive passion – uniting supercar fans, classic cars owners, collectors and enthusiasts at one of the UK’s most historic and scenic locations.”
Clubs confirmed to be in attendance on Sunday 31st include Automotive Utopia, Driven+, SCC Private Members Club, Supercar Club Wales and Women in Wheels.
The event will be open to anyone who owns a prestige and unmodified classic, sports, super or hypercar.
David Bagley, co-founder of Salon Privé, said: “Owners can experience a real bucket list moment by driving into the Palace grounds and parking on the lawns of Blenheim during Supercar Sunday.
“We are expecting some truly unique motors to come along for this special experience.”
He added: “We are honoured that Richard, a genuine automotive aficionado, has agreed to be a part of our anniversary event and look forward to welcoming him to our judging panel.”
