The Art in Artomobilia

Why the cars we feature, the classes we curate, and the stories we tell all begin with design.

At Artomobilia, design is not a backdrop. It is the filter. Every class we create, every car we accept, and every story we highlight starts with the same question: does this automobile say something meaningful through its form, proportion, and execution?

Great design is not about decoration. It is about intent. The stance of a car, the balance between body and glass, the way a surface catches light. These are the elements that connect automobiles to art, architecture, and culture. When they come together with clarity, the result is a vehicle that feels resolved. You do not need to explain it. You feel it immediately.

This philosophy guides how Artomobilia is organized. Our classes are not simply buckets for makes or model years. They are curated conversations. We group cars that share a design language, a cultural moment, or a common point of view. A well-preserved original can sit comfortably beside a thoughtful restoration because both reflect respect for the original design. Authenticity matters more than perfection.

The same standard applies to the cars we accept. Rarity alone is not enough. Performance numbers do not carry the day. We look for vehicles that demonstrate purpose in their design and care in their preservation. Cars that have been maintained, restored, or evolved with intention. Cars that still speak clearly about why they exist.

Owner stories complete the picture. Behind every great automobile is someone who understands it. Someone who chose it for a reason and kept it because it continues to resonate. These stories bring context to the metal and meaning to the details. They turn a display into a shared experience.

Artomobilia is designed to feel less like a parking event and more like an outdoor exhibition. Design connects the cars. People connect the stories. Together, they create the passion that keeps this event relevant year after year.

Discover the classes, cars, and stories that define Artomobilia when we open registration in early March.