Monaco once again affirmed its status as the world's capital of automotive luxury as the 21st edition of Top Marques took over the Grimaldi Forum from May 6 to 10, 2026. Backed by the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II, this year's show delivered its most impressive edition to date, blending record attendance, groundbreaking new models, and an elevated focus on personalization.
Spanning more than 11,500 square meters, the event showcased over 235 vehicles, ranging from extreme hypercars to meticulously restored classics. For the first time, organizers introduced a dedicated Luxury Tuners Hall spanning 1,500 m². This new space highlighted the growing demand for individuality, with leading specialists such as Mansory, Brabus (celebrating 21 straight years at the show), ABT Sportsline, TECHART, and Urban Automotive presenting heavily customized creations featuring wild aerodynamics, exotic materials, and lavish interiors.
The show lived up to its reputation as a launch platform, unveiling 16 world and European premieres. Among the most talked-about newcomers was the Giamaro Krafla from Italy's Motor Valley. This dramatic hypercar is powered by a quad-turbo V12 engine delivering a remarkable 2,157 horsepower, capturing the raw emotion and engineering ambition that defines Italian performance machines.
Spain made a strong impression with the Baltasar Revolt, an ultra-lightweight electric track weapon weighing around 800 kg. Billed as the world's first fully road-legal, FIA-compliant track-day car, it promises 0-100 km/h acceleration in roughly 2.5 seconds while remaining street-legal. Germany's newest player, OQTA, also debuted its inaugural hyper-luxury model, emphasizing sculptural design and collector-level exclusivity.
Other notable debuts included the plug-in hybrid Audi RS5, European launches of Zeekr performance models, the limited-edition Bovensiepen Zagato Gran Turismo, and special builds from Hedonic Machines, TP Atelier, Laffite Automobili, and Tedson Motors.
Veteran hypercar brands held their own alongside the fresh faces. Visitors admired the Bugatti Tourbillon, Pagani Utopia in both coupe and roadster forms, the dramatic V12-powered Delage D12, the Praga Bohema, and significant displays from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, McLaren, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Porsche, and Audi. The classic car area provided a welcome contrast, featuring rare gems and selections from the Prince's own collection, including remastered icons such as a Ferrari 250 GTO revival.
Motorcycle enthusiasts were equally well served with premium offerings from Brough Superior (in partnership with Richard Mille), MV Agusta, Harley-Davidson, Ducati, and various custom specialists.
True to its name, Top Marques offered far more than just cars. Attendees explored high-end watch collections - including the first public showing of Van Bergen 1795's debut lineup - along with fine jewelry, superboats docked nearby on the Esplanade, and other luxury lifestyle exhibits. The exclusive Avant-Première evening provided VIPs with an elegant opening reception, while public days opened the doors to a broader audience eager to experience Monaco's signature blend of glamour and innovation.



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