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Brendan McAleer gives us a tour of some of the most impressive cars in the world, which all came together to be viewed and judged in California for the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

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A row of sixteen historic Ford GT40s stretches off into the distance at Pebble Beach.Brendan McAleer

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The pale blue and orange Gulf Oil racing livery is one of the best-loved paint schemes to ever adorn the Ford GT40.Brendan McAleer

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The interior of this Delahaye features crimson leather and fantastical art deco details.Brendan McAleer

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A selection of ten special vintage two-seater Indy car racers were picked from a time when drivers rode with a mechanic.Brendan McAleer

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While Cummins diesel engines are now most closely associated with pickup trucks, they also have racing pedigree. This 1931 Dusenberg racing special was the first car to finish the entire Indy 500 without stopping.Brendan McAleer

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French automaker Voisin started out building aircraft and it shows. This beautiful winged figurehead speaks to a heritage based in aviation.Brendan McAleer

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The interior of this 1935 Voisin is also like an aircraft, with a bewildering array of switchgear. The interior fabric choice is pure 1930s Parisian.Brendan McAleer

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The interior of Adam Carolla's Miura SV awaits the judges.Brendan McAleer

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This streamlined 1939 BMW 328 Mille Miglia Touring coupe is a masterwork. The leather hoodstraps contrast with the hand-shaped aluminium body.Brendan McAleer

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Pebble Beach is not all pomp and circumstance. This happy little Isetta police car sounded its chirpy siren a few times, and its owner dressed for the occasion.Brendan McAleer

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This otherworldy concept is called the Manta. It features central steering with three-abreast seating. The bodywork below the windshield opens like blinds at low speeds for better visibility in town.Brendan McAleer

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This very early 1913 Mercer Raceabout is entered in the Preservation class. It is unrestored, appearing clothed in the patina of a century of use.Brendan McAleer

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A 1949 Porsche 356 SL, this small-displacement sports car is significant as the first Porsche to ever win an international race. It placed first in its class at the 1951 24 hours of Le Mans.Brendan McAleer

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Adam Carolla fires up his Miura's V-12 for the judges.Brendan McAleer

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Some owners, especially those that drive their cars onto the field, like to show up in period costume – complete with mutton-chop whiskers.Brendan McAleer

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The Ulster Sport designation of this 1935 Aston Martin indicates that it was intended to race.Brendan McAleer

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An incredibly expensive 1956 Ferrari 290 MM faces severe scrutiny from the judges.Brendan McAleer

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Celebrating its 50 th annivesary this year, these five Lamborghini Miuras are the finest examples of the breed.Brendan McAleer

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Driver protection was significantly different in the old days.Brendan McAleer

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What the DB stands for in Aston-Martins: one-time president David Brown.Brendan McAleer

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The complex framing of a Maserati “Birdcage” peeps through the sharply-raked windshield.Brendan McAleer

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Of all the hood ornaments on display, this Packard peacock was easily the most ornate.Brendan McAleer

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Outside the grounds, concepts and modern machinery caught some of the reflected glory of Pebble. This BMW is an homage to the gutsy turbocharged touring cars.Brendan McAleer

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Richard Mattei, right, gestures with his partner Barbara Ries after taking the "Best of Show" for his 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Cabriolet at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016.David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

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A 1936 Lancia Astura Pinin Cabriolet is seen at the "Best of Show" at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in Pebble Beach, California, U.S., on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016.David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

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