PHOTOS: Concours d'Elegance showstoppers and winners

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By Caroline Obuya | Sep 25, 2022
[John Wroe's 1934 Rolls-Royce is displayed 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi . [Caroline Obuya, Standard]

Adrian Wroe is the overall winner of the 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance.

Wroe, who showcased a 1930 Ford Tudor, scored 282 points to beat 70 enthusiasts who participated in the competition held Sunday, September 25, 2022, at the Ngong Race Course, Nairobi.

Veronicah Wroe came second in a 1934 Rolls Royce with 281 points, while Joseph Kamau earned the third spot with 280 points in a 1928 Ford Pickup. Mike Duder was fourth in a 1928 Ford Model A with 278 points.

A Jaguar 420 is displayed 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi . [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

In the motorcycle division that attracted 44 competitors, Satpal Jabbal rode to first place in a 1925 DKW. Dominic Antoine, riding a 1925 Triump 550 SD, eased to second place while Russell Hughe revved to third in a 1952 Ducati 65T.

A Triumph 550SD is displayed 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi . [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

The Italy ambassador to Kenya Alberto Pieri was the chief guest at the annual event organised by the Alfa Romeo Owner's Club.

Below are some of the vintage cars and motorcycles at the historic extravaganza.

[Caroline Obuya, Standard]
[Caroline Obuya, Standard]
[An Alfa Romeo is displayed at 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi . [Caroline Obuya, Standard]
[ A Peugeot is displayed at 50th edition of the Concours d'Elegance at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi . [Caroline Obuya, Standard]
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