A Passion Brought to Life: Automotive History in Baden-Baden
"Garage gold" gleamed this weekend at the vintage car meeting in the spa town of Baden-Baden—from Karmann Ghia to Glaserati
Sun, rare gems, and shopping—plus 400 classic cars to marvel at (ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS, DEUTSCH)
Baden-Baden. It was a celebration for vintage car enthusiasts, featuring rare classics worth millions of euros. The spa gardens—surrounded by a historic spa atmosphere—hosted exquisite vehicles from automotive history, accompanied by fashion shows, fine dining, and great music. With temperatures topping 30 degrees, it was the perfect setting to chat, browse, and enjoy the day. By Sunday evening, the event had drawn to a close, and it was quite a sight to see spare batteries or jump-starts, car transporters, and helping hands getting everything rolling again.
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| Classic car meet in Baden-Baden, photo: Helga Waess |
The Automobile Museum hit the road again, looking forward to upcoming classic car gatherings... Here are some impressions and automotive treats:
including a brilliant red 1972 Karmann Ghia
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| Classic car meet in Baden-Baden, photo: Helga Waess |
Baden-Baden is a magnet for visitors
Luxury coupé: BMW GL8S 3000
BMW Glas 3000 V8 (often nicknamed the "Glaserati") with a 3.0-liter V8 engine...
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| Classic car meet in Baden-Baden, photo: Helga Waess |
...the luxury coupé was designed by Pietro Frua. With 160 hp, it reaches a top speed of well over 200 km/h. Originally built as the Glas V8, the car saw BMW take over the Glas factory in Dingolfing. From 1967 onwards, the "Glaserati" bore BMW badges. Shown here is one of the 389 units built between 1967 and May 1968.
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| Classic car meet in Baden-Baden, photo: Helga Waess |
400 rare vehicles drew tens of thousands to the spa town of Baden-Baden
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| Vintage car meet in Baden-Baden, Photo: Helga Waess |
Expert panels featuring the Rolls-Royce, BMW 2002 turbo, and the Kienle debate
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Vintage car meet in Baden-Baden, Photo: Helga Waess |
The area in front of the Trinkhalle serves as the showcase for BMW - the guest-of-honor marque during the meet
BMW – in racing mode –
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BMW – in racing mode – previously exhibited at the Essen Motor Show –
Vintage car meet in Baden-Baden, Photo: Helga Waess |
Nostalgia takes center stage at the vintage car meet
A jazz band, accompanied by a charming guest, also rolled along Kaiserallee in a vintage vehicle
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| Transporting the "garage gold" - Foto: Helga Waess |
Transporting the "garage gold" away and back to the museum
Kaiserallee in Baden-Baden
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| Transporting the "garage gold" away, vintage car meet in Baden-Baden, Photo: Helga Waess |
