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Sandra Button
Octane
|January 2026
Chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance since 2002, global judge and participant in myriad motoring events
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This painting captures my husband Martin and me, enjoying a Mercedes-Benz 300SL rally. Our car is perfect for any tour or rally; it can go anywhere and do anything.
2. A favourite moment is welcoming entrants onto the Pebble Beach Concours showfield as the sun peeks through the clouds to start the day. After coming across some car-themed wrapping paper, I had a similar design printed on leather to make this car coat. I first wore it for Dawn Patrol in 2016 and it is now a staple.
3. I was very proud to help establish the Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance as a part of the Concours - cars are not just beautiful, motion is essential to their magic.
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Chris Lawrence
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James Vowles
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Big in Little Italy
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Kangol beret
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GOOD SPORTS
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Another round of Golf
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1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
POA from The Hairpin Company, Wiltshire, UK
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Rugged and with cult appeal, this rare Japanese wagon is surprisingly sought-after
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