Welcome to Automobilia Collectors Expo 2026

Before the concours, before the big auctions, before the crowds — the collectors arrive here first.

August 10–12 at Embassy Suites Monterey Bay, ACE is the kickoff to Monterey Car Week: three days dedicated to the art, objects, and stories behind the cars.

Walk the floor to discover original race posters, factory literature, vintage signs, artwork, models, and one-of-a-kind pieces from a curated group of exhibitors you won't see anywhere else that week, including many making their only Monterey Car Week appearance.

Enjoy the ACE Forum Speaker Series, featuring automotive personalities, collectors, historians, and special guests. Preview the Live Automobilia Auction on Monday and Tuesday before the excitement of the live sale on Tuesday, August 11 from 4–8 PM.

A focused, collector-first experience — and the right way to start Monterey Car Week.

Experience ACE 2026

Three distinct experiences that define the opening days of Monterey Car Week

Automobilia
Expo

Discover authentic automobilia, rare collectibles, vintage signs, books, models, artwork, and memorabilia from a curated group of exhibitors and sellers.

Explore Expo

 

ACE
Forum

Join featured sessions, conversations, and presentations that bring added insight and storytelling from special guests from within the automotive world.

Explore Forum

 

Live
Auction

Explore private collections and rare automobilia before the Live Automobilia Auction featuring one-of-a-kind pieces and fresh-to-market discoveries.

Auction Info

 

Why Collectors Start Here

 
Monterey Car Week’s Opening Event
Live Automobilia Auction
Automotive Personalities & Guest Speakers
International Exhibitors & Collectors
Rare & Private Collections
Preview Auction Lots Before the Live Sale

Featured Partners

Supported by Leading Brands, Collectors & Automotive Media

Presenting Partner

  • WhatsUpMonterey

Auction Partner

  • Monterey Car Week Passport

Founding Partners

  • Horton Books
  • Mr. Car Week

Official Media Partners

  • Automobilia: The Collectors Resource
  • Sports Car Market
  • Classic Motorsports Magazine
  • Linkage Magazine
  • See Carmel Visitors Guide
  • 65 Degrees Magazine
  • KMBY Radio
  • Monterey Car Week Guide
  • eLab Communications

Luxury & Lifestyle Partners

  • Adobe Road Winery
  • Hyatt Vacation Club

Hospitality Partners

  • Whaling Station Steakhouse
  • The Monarch Resort
  • Beach House Restaurant + Bar
  • Treehouse
  • Abalonetti Bar & Grill
  • Rockfish Harbor Grill

Community Partners

  • HiDow
  • Language Technology Solutions
  • First T
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