Privileged Partners
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Non-builder privileged partners
Clear Channel
Clear Channel France, subsidiary of Clear Channel Outdoor (n°1 worldwide of Outdoor Communication), media of mobility, is pleased to become one of the privileged partners of "Le Mans Classic 2010". Major car manufacturers frequently use the Clear Channel network to communicate, especially for the launch of new models; whence this natural partnership with “Le Mans Classic”. On this occasion, from mid-June, "Le Mans Classic" will be advertised on the Clear Channel network as part of a strong multi regional campaign, to assure the promotion of this prestigious event.
Total
Every two years the Le Mans Classic, held on the Sarthe circuit in partnership with Total, reunites the cars and crews that have made the Le Mans 24 Hour race a legend for more than eighty years. This spectacular event, to be held this year from July 9 to 11, includes several races and a wide range of activities and entertainment in a friendly, family atmosphere for car lovers the world over. Total will be backing its manufacturer partners, including Renault Histoire et Collection, who have entered a number of legendary cars branded with our colours.
Alain Figaret
Alain Figaret, official partner of Le Mans Classic, has created a special collection to celebrate the 2010 edition of the most famous historic endurance race. Since 1968, Alain Figaret has devotedly cultivated the fusion between the art of shirt-making and timeless elegance. Due to a unique knowledge of mastering the cut, a selection of the world's best cotton, and the refinement of the finishing details, Alain Figaret has become an incontrovertible presence in the shirt universe. Excellence, passion, precision, the quest for perfection, are the values shared by both Alain Figaret and the classic motor car competition. This year, Alain Figaret affirms its engagement in this world of fervor and excitement by becoming a partner of Le Mans Classic 2010. To honor this prestigious partnership, Alain Figaret is launching a limited edition collection: fun, colorful and sophisticated, this collection of shirts, cuff links,ties, socks and key rings will certainly seduce classic car enthusiasts as well as lovers of collector's items.
Artcurial
Because the best museum is the road,or the racing track, the Artcurial Motorcars inaugural auction will be held during Le Mans Classic, on Friday 9th of July just before the race, on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of July. For this occasion, Hervé Poulain will raise the biddings for one of the most emblematic Art Cars of which he is the instigator : the MacLaren F1 GTR motored by BMW and painted by César,which he himself piloted in 1995. Alexander Calder painted the first car Hervé Poulain engaged in the 24 Heures du Mans in 1975, inaugurating the Art cars series he drove after entrusting their decoration to Stella, Lichtenstein, Warhol, Arman, César...Moreover, BMW will bring the 4 Art Cars for track laps exclusively for Le Mans Classic.
Lappara
On the occasion of Le Mans Classic, which will be held from 9 to 11 July 2010, Olivier Gaube du Gers has specially designed the 72 “DAMIER” trophies in Le Mans Classic colours. The winners will be rewarded with these magnificent trophies to immortalize their victory. Original and unique; real works of art!
Builders
Citroën
Eager to share its passion for motor sport competitions, Citroën becomes partner of the 5th edition of the prestigious Le Mans Classic which will be held from 9 to 11 July, 2010. The Brand is proud to participate in this important retrospective of the golden age of motor sports, by putting forward their creativity and technological knowledge.
Ford
Partner since 2004 to the prestigious automobile event, Ford is renewing its commitment for the 2010 edition and returning to motor racing with the Ford T Montier 1923 entered by Team Ford France. "The Le Mans 24-Hour Grand Prix is intimately linked with the history of Ford in motor racing and we are delighted to be extending this link with our partnership to the Le Mans Classic", declared John Fleming, chairman and CEO of Ford Europe.
Jaguar
For its seventy-fifth anniversary, Jaguar continues the long-lasting love story with the 24 Hour of Le Mans circuit by becoming partner of the fifth edition of Le Mans Classic, the flagship event of classic car enthusiasts.
Porsche
During Le Mans Classic 2010 which will be held from 9 to 10 July, Porsche will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the victory of Hans Herrmann and Richard Attwood with the famous Porsche 917 KH N° 23 in 1970. Exceptional cars such as the 936 Martini (winner in 1977) or the 962 (triumphant 6 times in the ‘80s) and finally the GT1 (winner in 1998) will also be present. To celebrate this anniversary, Hans Herrmann himself, will drive the 917 KH N° 23 in the parade on Saturday afternoon. A great moment of emotion in perspective!





















