Fifty vintage cars parade in the heart of Puglia, with guest of honor Riccardo Patrese
The 8th Re-enactment of the Bari Grand Prix has kicked off, bringing a selection of historic cars and collectible racing cars to the city, with events that will continue until Sunday 28 April
The eighth re-enactment of the Bari Grand Prix has begun, an event that every year attracts motoring enthusiasts and curious people from all over Italy. The event began with the display of the first historic cars in Piazza Prefettura, marking the opening of a weekend dedicated to automotive history.
This year, the re-enactment sees the participation of 50 prestigious cars, coming from different Italian regions, from Lombardy to Sicily, and also includes international drivers. Among the most anticipated models are creations by Stanguellini, Cisitalia, Ferrari, and Maserati.
One of the highlights is represented by the Stanguellini Corsa with the number 514, which ran in the 1948 Bari Grand Prix. The event also boasts the presence of a Taraschi Urania 750 Sport, once driven by Maria Teresa De Filippis, a pioneer of motorsport Italian female.
The program includes a series of activities, including a visit to Villa Torre Quarto and a cocktail lunch in Trani on Friday morning. The highlight of the event will take place over the weekend, with the presence of Riccardo Patrese, the last Italian driver to compete for the Formula 1 world title. Patrese will officially inaugurate the re-enactment on Saturday evening.
The historic cars will occupy Corso Vittorio Emanuele on Saturday afternoon, creating a lively gathering that will end with the night parade and the official opening of the event. On Sunday, the celebrations will continue with the historical re-enactment of the Grand Prix on a circuit that embraces the ancient village of the city.
The event will close on Sunday afternoon with the award ceremony of the winning drivers, followed by a final farewell in the Municipality of Bari. This edition also stands out for the innovative presence of LED walls in strategic points, guaranteeing complete visual coverage of the races and celebrations .
