Honored Collectors

Introduced to the Expo in 2024, the Selection Committee of the Sandhills Motoring Expo specially selects individuals as an Honored Collector for contributions to the car hobby and for the remarkable machines in their collections, as well as their support of the Sandhills Motoring Expo.

2025 Honored Collector

The Carolina Exotic Collection

by Payman Bazooband

2017 Ferrari F12

This spectacular Ferrari coupe features a front engine V12 with massive power and precision, coupled with a sleek and powerful appearance. Its aerodynamics, incorporating features like the “Aero Bridge” and “Blown Spoiler” to channel airflow over and around the car, reduce drag and increase downforce.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS

Featuring the iconic Gullwing doors, this SLS boasts a 6.2L naturally aspirated V8, along with an electronic limited slip differential. This icon also won Best in Class at the 2024 Concours in the Village.

2007 Ferrari F430

This F430 Spider packs a 4.3L V8 naturally aspirated engine, carbon ceramic brakes. It maintains a rigid chassis in its convertible style.

2005 Ford GT

This Ford GT sports a supercharged 5.4L V8 engine, front mounted fuel tank, and its overall appearance is enhanced with roof cut outs over the doors.