For the second year running, motoring enthusiast Sati-Gata Aura has stolen the show at the Africa Concours d’Elegance, the continent’s most prestigious classic car event. His 1947 MG TC clinched top honours with a commanding 277 points at the Nairobi Racecourse before a crowd of more than 10,000 spectators.
Gata-Aura’s MG TC excelled across categories, scoring 37 points on the underside, 77 on external finish, 59 on interior finish, 55 on the engine, 6 on roadworthiness and 43 on age. The victory comes a year after he won the 52nd edition in 2024 with a 1977 Nissan 160J, underlining the enduring appeal of classic vehicles.
In the car class, James Duder’s 1928 Ford Model A pick-up secured second place with 272 points, while Mike Duder’s 1930 Essex Super Six followed closely with 258 points.
Car Class Overall Results
- Sati Gata-Aura (1947 MG TC) – 277 points
- James Duder (1928 Ford Model A Pick Up) – 272 points
- Mike Duder (1930 Essex Super Six) – 258 points
Motorcycle Class Overall Results
- Dominique Antoine (1925 Triumph 550SD) – 179 points
- Rick Agagliate (1926 Triumph 550SD) – 167 points
- Douglas Kiereini (1980 Yamaha RD400G) – 157 points
- Tumaini Muthiga (1985 Honda VFR) – 154 points
- Dominique Antoine (BSA B33) – 151 points
The Motorcycle Class thrilled fans with rare vintage machines. Dominique Antoine rode his 1925 Triumph 550SD to victory on 179 points, edging out Rick Agagliate’s 1926 Triumph 550SD with 167 points. Douglas Kiereini’s 1980 Yamaha RD400G finished third with 157 points.
The annual event, organised by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club of Kenya since 1971, has become a key highlight on Africa’s motoring calendar. This year’s edition paid tribute to the late Bob Dewar, a public relations pioneer and one of the founders of the Concours.
Among the standout features was the continued involvement of Uganda Bikers Association, who rode from Kampala to Nairobi to support road safety, HIV/AIDS awareness, and sports tourism.
Motorcycle Chief Judge Robert Gow, a two-time Concours winner, praised the quality and variety of entries. “We have judged bikes ranging from 100 years old to just 15 years. It is always exciting to see such diversity and international participation,” he said.
The 2025 Africa Concours d’Elegance was proudly sponsored by Stanbic Bank, SGA Security and AAR, reaffirming its position as the leading showcase of vintage and classic motoring in Africa.
