MILAN – PORTOFINO | NOVEMBER 7–8, 2026

Some events go beyond the world of automobiles, becoming authentic expressions of style, culture and beauty. The first edition of Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle belongs in this category.

Concluding on Sunday, November 8, the event brought together some of the most fascinating cars in automotive history, creating an exclusive experience across Milan, Portofino, Rapallo and Genoa Nervi. A journey into the heart of Italian elegance, where the allure of great engines met the sophisticated atmosphere of the Ligurian Riviera.

Organized by OldCar24 and Scuderia Montenapoleone, the event successfully combined the prestige of automotive collecting with the art of hospitality, gastronomy and the pleasure of discovering extraordinary places.

A night in Portofino, among automotive masterpieces and cinematic settings

The journey began in Milan on Saturday, November 7, with the cars on display at the NH Collection Milano CityLife, before setting off for the Ligurian coast.

But it was the evening arrival in the celebrated Piazzetta di Portofino that provided one of the event’s most evocative moments.

Beneath the lights of the village, among pastel-colored façades overlooking the little harbor and the reflection of boats on the water, the classic cars created a spectacle of rare elegance.

The sculpted lines of the bodywork, chrome gleaming in the night and the unmistakable sound of vintage engines transformed one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic settings into an exceptional automotive runway.

A meeting of two worlds that share the same values: exclusivity, beauty, tradition and attention to detail.

The Lancia Aurelia B24 Spider America, queen of an extraordinary field

Drawing particular attention was a magnificent Lancia Aurelia B24 Spider America, the undisputed queen of the first edition.

A car with a unique history, a symbol of an unparalleled era in Italian motoring, when aesthetic vision and engineering excellence reached extraordinary heights.

Designed by Pinin Farina, the B24 Spider America is now considered one of the greatest masterpieces of postwar automotive production. Its harmonious proportions, panoramic windscreen and elegant lines make it an icon universally recognized by the most discerning international collectors.

Its presence in Portofino was one of the event’s most significant moments, underscoring the exceptional quality of the cars selected.

Luca Maria Balsamo claims the first overall victory

The name that will inaugurate the roll of honor of Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle is Luca Maria Balsamo, overall winner of the first edition at the wheel of a splendid Fiat Siata 1500 GT.

A particularly prestigious achievement in a field of cars with outstanding historical, technical and collectible value.

The Fiat Siata 1500 GT, an expression of the finest Italian sports-car tradition, has thus linked its name to the debut of an event aiming to distinguish itself among gatherings dedicated to classic cars.

Touring Superleggera: a century of Italian elegance

Among the event’s most culturally significant features was the tribute to Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, which celebrates the centenary of its founding in 2026.

An anniversary of extraordinary importance in the history of world automotive design.

Founded in Milan in 1926, Touring helped define the aesthetic language of some of the most admired cars of all time, becoming synonymous with lightness, refinement and craftsmanship.

Prestigious one-off creations paid tribute to this heritage, including the elegant Lancia Flaminia Coupé Touring, the Lancia Flaminia 2500 GT 3C Touring and the Alfa Romeo 1900 CSS Touring Superleggera.

These cars tell the story of an era when Italy’s great coachbuilders were true ateliers, capable of transforming mechanics into art.

Their presence gave the event a significance beyond that of a mere motoring gathering, turning it into a celebration of Italian industrial and design culture.

From one-off creations to great sports cars: a museum in motion

The field offered a selection of cars of considerable interest, spanning different eras of motoring history.

Alongside the rare Fiat 1400 Farina and the refined Jaguar XK 150 were the Porsche 356 B, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint and the distinctive Lancia Fulvia Sport 1.3 S Zagato, one of the most original interpretations of Italian coachbuilding.

The world of great sports cars was represented by legendary models such as the Ferrari 512 BB, the Ferrari 308 GTB and the Lamborghini Urraco.

These cars were united not only by the prestige of their marques, but above all by their ability to tell the story of the design, technology and aspirations of their respective eras.

Portofino hospitality: Hotel Piccolo and dinner at Ristorante Strainer

The hospitality experience, an integral part of the event’s philosophy, made the occasion even more exclusive.

The crews stayed at the Hotel Piccolo in Portofino, a refined property overlooking the sea, immersed in the secluded and evocative atmosphere that has made the Ligurian village a favorite destination of the international jet set.

A place that captures the essence of Mediterranean hospitality, combining landscape, elegance and tranquility.

The evening took on another special charm with dinner at Ristorante Strainer in Portofino, a convivial occasion for the crews to share stories, emotions and their common passion for great cars.

Where culinary culture meets the beauty of the region, dinner became much more than a meal: it was a gathering of collectors and enthusiasts, celebrating friendship and elegance.

It is precisely this combination of extraordinary cars, iconic locations and thoughtful hospitality that defines the identity of Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle.

From Porto Carlo Riva in Rapallo to the Riviera di Levante

On Sunday, November 8, the event continued in the prestigious setting of Porto Carlo Riva in Rapallo, one of the landmarks of Italian Riviera nautical tradition and elegance.

Here, among yachts, reflections on the water and Mediterranean architecture, the featured cars took part in one final evocative display.

The visual dialogue between classic cars and the world of luxury yachting was one of the weekend’s most refined moments, before the event concluded in Genoa Nervi.

Capitolo Riviera in Nervi, the setting for the closing lunch and awards ceremony

The grand finale of Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle took place on Sunday in the evocative setting of Capitolo Riviera in Genoa Nervi, chosen for the closing lunch and official awards ceremony.

The occasion brought the crews together in an atmosphere of refined conviviality, celebrating not only the event’s results but, above all, the spirit of sharing and passion for historic automotive heritage.

In the elegant setting of the Ligurian Riviera, lunch was the highlight of two days filled with excitement, stories of the journey, new encounters and awards.

It was during the awards ceremony that overall winner Luca Maria Balsamo, at the wheel of the Fiat Siata 1500 GT, was honored as the first name to enter the event’s roll of honor.

The choice of Capitolo Riviera completed an itinerary devoted to excellence, with every destination helping to tell a different part of the story of an authentic Italian lifestyle.

From cosmopolitan Milan to the international allure of Portofino, from Rapallo’s nautical heritage to Nervi’s refined hospitality, the entire route expressed a vision of classic motoring in which culture, place and lifestyle come together.

A new event on the calendar of motoring excellence

With this first edition, OldCar24 and Scuderia Montenapoleone have laid the foundations for an event with a strong identity, distinguished by the quality of its cars, the allure of its routes and the care given to the crews’ experience.

On an international scene increasingly drawn to events combining automotive heritage, lifestyle and exclusive destinations, Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle offers a format in which motoring passion becomes part of a broader story: that of Italian elegance.

From Milan’s metropolis to Portofino’s Piazzetta, from the quays of Porto Carlo Riva to the gala lunch and awards ceremony at Capitolo Riviera in Nervi, every stop helped create a distinctive experience.

A debut that celebrated not only the cars, but also the stories, people and culture they represent.

Because true luxury is not simply owning something rare, but experiencing emotions that time cannot erase.

Milano Portofino Sotto le Stelle has written its first chapter. And it did so with the elegance of a truly grand occasion.