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The most beautiful race in the world, as Enzo Ferrari famously called it, is set to captivate the Sunshine State in February 2025, as the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida launches its inaugural edition during Miami Car Week.
In a new and exciting partnership, 1000 Miglia Experience Florida and RM Sotheby’s are working together to bring a unique automotive experience to South Florida. This collaboration, announced recently, marks a thrilling new chapter for the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida and solidifies Miami as a premier destination for car enthusiasts worldwide.
From Feb. 22 to 25, 2025, the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida will take participants on a 1,000-mile journey that blends South Florida’s breathtaking landscapes with the timeless beauty of historic and modern cars.
The event, debuting in Florida for the first time, promises a striking mix of classic 1000 Miglia era vehicles (1927-57) alongside Classic Icons (1958-94) and modern Supercars and Hypercars, offering an unforgettable showcase of both vintage craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation.
This year’s edition, the first in Florida, is particularly special, also i kicking off the newly established Miami Car Week which culminates with the prestigious ModaMiami event at the Biltmore Hotel on Mar. 1-2. The collaboration with RM Sotheby’s highlights the event’s commitment to luxury and automotive excellence, showcasing a vision that embraces Miami’s vibrant car culture and its evolution into a global hub for enthusiasts.
“The 1000 Miglia has long been one of the finest ambassadors of ‘Made in Italy,’ showcasing not only the elegance and beauty of our country’s automotive craftsmanship but also the deep cultural heritage that accompanies it,” said Massimo Cicatiello, president of the company that organizes the 1000 Miglia Experience Florida.
“This race is more than just a competition — it’s a celebration of Italian excellence, innovation, and style, all wrapped into a single, extraordinary event that has captured the hearts of enthusiasts around the globe. By bringing the 1000 Miglia Experience to Florida, we are creating a unique opportunity to share this timeless tradition with a new audience, offering them a front-row seat to the grandeur and history that have defined the Red Arrow for nearly a century. Cicatiello said the partnership with RM Sotheby’s, an institution known for its dedication to luxury and heritage, is the perfect alliance to propel this event to even greater heights.
“I am confident that this collaboration will not only enrich the race but also strengthen its role as a symbol of Italian craftsmanship and prestige on the global stage,” Cicatiello added.
1000 Miglia Experience Florida: The Route
The race will start and end at the iconic Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables, with three spectacular stages that explore South Florida’s unique scenery:
Stage 1: Coral Gables to Tampa, featuring the Everglades, Big Cypress National Preserve and Naples.
Stage 2: From Tampa to West Palm Beach, including stops at historic landmarks and scenic routes through Cape Canaveral.
Stage 3: The final leg brings participants back to Miami and Coral Gables along the iconic A1A, with a striking finish that promises to be a spectacle for both participants and spectators.
Winners of this year’s categories will earn guaranteed entry into the 2026 1000 Miglia in Italy (1000 Miglia era vehicles and Classic Icons cars) and into the 2026 1000 Miglia Experience in Italy (Hypercars/Supercars), subject to having a 1000 Miglia-eligible car and payment of the registration fee, providing a direct link between the U.S. event and the original Italian race.
About 1000 Miglia
Founded in 1927, 1000 Miglia is widely regarded as the most beautiful race in the world. It is a unique celebration of Italian excellence, combining heritage, innovation, and passion for motorsport. The iconic Red Arrow, symbolizing the event, represents nearly a century of history. Organized by 1000 Miglia Srl, a subsidiary of the Automobile Club of Brescia, the race takes participants on a journey across some of the most stunning landscapes, showcasing the finest in automotive engineering and design.
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