The fifth edition of Cavallino Classic Modena wrapped with a record turnout, showcasing some of Ferrari’s rarest and most iconic models.
Since its inception, the Cavallino Classic has served as a spirited tribute to Enzo Ferrari’s vision, celebrating the cars that have carried the Prancing Horse through decades of racing, innovation, and craftsmanship. Whether held in Palm Beach or Modena, the event welcomes the most passionate collectors and fans of the brand to honor Ferrari’s past and present, often through examples that rarely, if ever, surface in public. At its core, the Cavallino Classic is less about glitz and more about the celebration of Ferrari’s ongoing legacy, and the Modena event offers the perfect setting for the occasion.
This year’s event took place at Casa Maria Luigia, the countryside estate of chef Massimo Bottura, combining culinary class with supercar-inspired art. Scattered across the property, some of the rarest Ferraris ever built were on display, each sourced and curated with care. The big winners this year included the 1954 Ferrari 250 Monza #0442M, taking Best of Show Competition, a 1960 250 GT Cabriolet from Pinin Farina, and a well-preserved 1966 275 GTB4 “long nose,” all representing a diverse lineup of Ferrari’s racing and road-going heritage. With names like Piero Ferrari and Enzo Mattioli Ferrari in attendance, it was a reminder that Modena is still the heart of Ferrari.
Now in its fifth year, the event leaned into its strengths: quality over quantity, atmosphere over fanfare. Attendees, mostly by invitation, mingled with judges and other collectors over food, wine, and a shared love of Italian supercars. Live music, curated menus, and hands-on experiences rounded out the weekend. But it was the cars, some wearing battle scars, others painstakingly restored, that remained the centerpiece. The celebration left the estate with a parade into Modena’s city center and a stop at the Museo Enzo Ferrari.
Among the standout honors were awards for milestone models like the 308 GTB, the F50, and the Ferrari 275 GTB4. A select few cars earned multiple recognitions, like the 1951 212 Export Vignale, which took home both the Restoration and Cavallino Magazine awards. In total, 26 Platinum Awards were handed out, showcasing the caliber of cars on display. With continued backing from partners like RM Sotheby’s and Riva and a clear sense of purpose rooted in Ferrari history, Cavallino Classic Modena has quietly become one of the most important Ferrari events in the world.
