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From city streets to country rhythm Leaving Melbourne behind, - [Celebrating The 40th Anniversary Of The BMW M3 At Targa Classica](https://targaclassica.com/celebrating-the-40th-anniversary-of-the-bmw-m3-at-targa-classica/) - The engineers at BMW’s M Division could hardly have known their M3 – initially a by-product of the company’s racing ambitions – would anchor a decades-long dynasty on road and track. The very first M3, known as the E30, was produced as a homologation special: a road-going version built specifically to allow BMW to enter a full-fat - [Italy’s Hottest Sedan Is Nearly A Decade Old. Rivals Still Can’t Match What Matters Most](https://targaclassica.com/italys-hottest-sedan-is-nearly-a-decade-old-rivals-still-cant-match-what-matters-most/) - Standing trackside, watching more than 100 machines, Porsches, Ferraris, the odd Holden Torana, thread through some of Victoria’s best roads, it’s easy to feel like a kid with his nose pressed against the glass. The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio sitting behind you is not helping. That’s the thing about Targa Classica, Australia’s version of Italy’s legendary Targa - [2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio vs. Australia’s Best Driving Roads](https://targaclassica.com/2025-alfa-romeo-giulia-quadrifoglio-vs-australias-best-driving-roads/) - It’s 5 am on a slow Wednesday morning in Albury, NSW, and I’m prepping the 2025 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio for Australia’s best driving event, the Targa Classica. This four-day event is based on the famous Targa Florio in Italy where Alfa Romeo has a special connection. The story goes that Italian racing driver Ugo Sivocci - [Targa Classica competitors roll into Melbourne to kick off Grand Prix weekend](https://targaclassica.com/targa-classica-competitors-roll-into-melbourne-to-kick-off-grand-prix-weekend/) - A convoy of 100 modern and classic sporting cars arrive in Melbourne this week – here’s where to see them. Australia’s take on the infamous Targa Florio road rally, the 2025 Targa Classica concludes its 2025 event with a display of all competitor vehicles this Thursday March 13 at Melbourne Olympic Park. The 200-odd competitors, fresh from four days - [Sahara Challenge 2024](https://targaclassica.com/sahara-challenge-2024/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://targaclassica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Sahara-Challenge-article.pdf" title="Sahara Challenge article"] - [In the Media: Targa Classica 24](https://targaclassica.com/in-the-media-targa-classica-24/) - [In the Media: Warrnambool standard '24](https://targaclassica.com/in-the-media-warrnambool-standard-24/) - There has been some great coverage in the local and regional media leading into the 2024 Targa Classica - [Targa Classica in the Media](https://targaclassica.com/targa-classica-in-the-media/) - There has been some great coverage in the local and regional media ahead of the 2023 Targa Classica Wangaratta Chronicle Mansfield Courier Alpine Observer - [Introducing Targa Classica](https://targaclassica.com/introducing-targa-classica/) - From 0 to 100! | From TARGA FLORIO to TARGA CLASSICA Introducing Targa Classica For the last 6 months the Targa Team have been developing the next chapter of the event and we are delighted to finally share the news with everyone. Like you, we are driven by an inner passion for classic motor cars. - [The Event for Spectators and Community](https://targaclassica.com/the-event-for-spectators-and-community/) - Targa Classica is an event the competitors love, but it’s much more than just about cars. It is about bringing people together, out of their houses, into the street, down to the local park, on the street corner to connect with the competitors and feel part of it. This Historic event, whose roots are in - [Targa Florio Classica 2022 belongs to the Sicilians](https://targaclassica.com/targa-florio-classica-2022-belongs-to-the-sicilians/) - Targa Florio Classica 2022 belongs to the Sicilians The Targa Florio Classica 2022 in Sicilia was a triumph for locals with two Sicilian crews coming home in the top 5 in Fiat 508 C cars. Mario Passanante and Dario Moretti won in their 1937 Fiat 508 C. the event proving very exciting tussle with the - [Targa Florio Australia | New milestone in 2023](https://targaclassica.com/new-milestone-in-2023/) - Targa Florio Australia is officially SOLD OUT for 2023 The field reaches the 100 mark, meaning the capacity of the event has been reached for the first time in its history! In another new milestone for Targa Florio Australia, we have officially registered 100 cars to compete in this great event for motoring enthusiasts. Hitting - [Targa Florio Australia | Dates Locked In 2023](https://targaclassica.com/targa-florio-australia-dates-locked-in-2023/) - The announcement of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix 2023 has enabled us to set the dates for Targa Florio Australia 2023. La Dolce Vita continues with fabulous new locations, more cars, more competitors and lots of fun over four days of this increasingly popular event for motoring enthusiasts. New locations and Confirmed Dates - [Competition Stages Explained](https://targaclassica.com/competition-stages-explained/) - Competition Stages Explained Time Trials (PC’s) [PC = Prove Cronometrate] The key is to accurately drive these short sections, between 40 and 400 meters long, in exactly the correct set time. There are usually 2-4 of these in a row each time and they are positioned off the main roads. You are timed by driving - [Targa Florio Australia | Review 2022](https://targaclassica.com/targa-florio-australia-review-2022/) - The Targa Florio Australian Tribute has been run and done for 2022. It was the best event so far in the history of this event in Australia. Here is a summary of the 70+ drivers who got a taste of La Dolce Vita in the the Targa Florio Australia 2022 edition. Mon 4 April - [AXA Sydney Harbour Conours D'Elegance 2022](https://targaclassica.com/sydney-harbour-conours-delegance-2022/) - The third time is a charm – having established a tradition with James we look forward to everything that is the Sydney Harbour Concours each year with great excitement. Each year James and his team have delivered a great event – one filled with cars, colour, charm and champagne! Pommery flowed from start to finish - [Duck and Whale Article](https://targaclassica.com/duck-and-whale-article/) - The “Duck and Whale” June 2020 edition included a great interview with Rene Aalhuizen, who competed in the 2019 event with his fantastic 1955 speedster. As owner of Prestige Auto Traders Rene has some amazing cars – the Speedster remains a favourite for Rene and everyone as it purred through Victoria’s winding backroads. Thanks, Rene, - [In The News: Bellarine Times](https://targaclassica.com/in-the-news-bellarine-times/) - [TFAT explained - Behind the Team](https://targaclassica.com/tfat-explained-behind-the-team/) - Play VideoPlay Video - [Targa Florio 2019 - Fiat Car Club](https://targaclassica.com/targa-florio-2019-fiat-car-club/) - [Roo Spotting on the Targa Florio - James Nicholls](https://targaclassica.com/roo-spotting-on-the-targa-florio-james-nicholls/) - It wasnt just kangaroos, but wombats, exotic coloured parrots, wallabies, cockatoos and a host of unusual flora and fauna not seen in Sicily. And the reason, this was not the Targa Florio, first run in 1906, but the Targa Florio Australian Tribute, an officially sanctioned event honouring the legendary Targa Florio, vision of Vincenzo Florio, - [Targa Florio Sicily Classic insights](https://targaclassica.com/targa-florio-sicily-classic-insights/) - The Targa Florio Sicily was a great opportunity to participate in one of the great classic car events. It was too good to pass on for Australian Husband and Wife combination Paul and Nikki Lawson. As one of the organising committee for the Australian Edition of this great motorsport event, it was a great way - [2019 Event Highlights](https://targaclassica.com/2019-event-highlights/) - DAY 1: Event Start – Point Danger, Torquay We are excited to announce the Start at Point Danger Torquay, with a spectacular backdrop of the ocean, the cars will line up in all their pristine glory before being waved off on their 4 day adventure. After which, they will still be glorious, but may not - [Time to 'Zero In' on the Targa Florio Australian Tribute](https://targaclassica.com/time-to-zero-in-on-the-targa-florio-australian-tribute/) - When it comes to Classic Car Rallies just the appreciation of great cars, local food and wine and camraderie of others is enough. However, the competition element of Regularity Motorsport can further deepen your enjoyment of this enjoyable past time. Veteran of overseas European Classic Car Rallies and Director of the Targa Florio Australian - [Car Categories for 2019 Targa Florio Australian Tribute](https://targaclassica.com/car-categories-locked-in-for-2019-targa-florio-australian-tribute/) - The course for the 2018 Targa Florio Australian Tribute has now been finalised. Again centering around the six main tourist regions of Victoria, competitors will experience some of the best and most scenic roads Victoria has to offer... - [Competition Training](https://targaclassica.com/regularity-motorsport-training-for-competitors/) - Have you ever been curious about the ins and outs of the Competition Stages of the Targa Florio? Take the opportunity to attend a monthly Targa Florio Australian Tribute training session. In a casual environment you will learn what it takes to compete in the Targa Florio Australian Tribute. Training is free and Drivers and - [RACER - Alfie Costanzo](https://targaclassica.com/racer-the-story-of-alfredo-costanzo/) - The story of the racing life of the Australian Driving Champion Alfredo Costanzo. The movie RACER is a great tribute to the Australian Driving Champion Alfredo Costanzo. Produced by independent film production company Weightless. The project delivered under the watchful eye of film maker Will Gaffney. The inspiration for this project was none other than ## Pages - [Home](https://targaclassica.com/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0a-3lZIn0u0 Register for 2027 March 1st – 4th About Targa Classica Targa Classica is Australia’s premier classic car event, a thrilling journey that mirrors Italy’s Grand Eventi. It is a unique blend of adventure, culture, and competition, inspired by Italy’s iconic classic car events but with a distinct local flavour. The Event Targa Classica offers - [News/Media](https://targaclassica.com/news-media/) - By The Passionista In Classica ReDriven – Racing in the BEST event ever Read Article By The Passionista In Classica Targa Classica to Turn One Read Article By The Passionista In Classica Celebrating The 40th Anniversary Of The BMW M3 At Targa Classica Read Article By The Passionista In Classica Italy’s Hottest Sedan Is Nearly - [The Event](https://targaclassica.com/the-event/) - The Event The 2027 edition of the Targa Classica will showcase Victoria’s Historic Werribee Mansion, Great Ocean Road, Otway Ranges, Grampians, Macedon Ranges and conclude in Melbourne. 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This is a regularity event: precision, teamwork and consistency take centre - [Registrations](https://targaclassica.com/registrations/) - Registration — Targa Classica 2027 Dates: 1–4 March 2027 Register Now Route highlights: Day 1: Werribee Mansion to Torquay Day 2: Torquay to Warrnambool Day 3: Warrnambool to Creswick Day 4: Creswick to Melbourne Entry limits: Places are capped by venue capacity. Once full, a waitlist will operate. 2027 Event Package (for two people) - [Thank You](https://targaclassica.com/thank-you/) - Thank you for registering for TC27. Please complete your registration by clicking the button below. This will confirm your registration. Process deposit here - [Thank You - Early Bird](https://targaclassica.com/thank-you-eb/) - Thank you for registering for TC27. We will be in touch shortly with more details. - [Early Bird 2027](https://targaclassica.com/early-bird-2027/) - Targa Classica 2027 Early Bird Entries Now Open Dates: 1–4 March 2027* *Scheduled for the week prior to the Australian F1 Grand Prix. If the AGP dates shift, Targa Classica dates will adjust accordingly. Early Bird entries for 2027 are now open. A $500 deposit locks in your spot. Here’s the deal. - [Register 2026](https://targaclassica.com/register-2026/) - Registration — Targa Classica 2026 Dates: 2–5 March 2026 Register Now Join us in 2026 for four days of great roads and good company. Targa Classica is a highlight of the Australian motorsport calendar—an event where classic and modern cars share Australia’s best driving, with the camaraderie that keeps people coming back. Route highlights: Mornington Peninsula, - [Home - old](https://targaclassica.com/home-old/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTFWbmcAxC4 Targa Classica 2026 March 2 – 5 Register now for 2026 Targa Classica 2025 Results Classica Trofeo 1st: Car 1 – Bugatti T35B – David Reidie / Simoen van der Meent – 1316 pts 2nd: Car 43 – Holden LX Torana – Mark Ellis / Danielle Ellis – 2086 pts 3rd: Car 13 – Chevrolet - [Contact Us](https://targaclassica.com/contact-us/) - Contact Us For further event information and sponsorship opportunities leave a message here. Your name Your email Phone No. Your message (optional) - [Gallery](https://targaclassica.com/gallery/) - @targaclassicaaus - [Cancellation Policy](https://targaclassica.com/cancellation-policy/) - Cancellation policy The cancellation policy has been developed to provide a refund if the dates change or for some unforeseen circumstance that the event needs to be rescheduled. The following cancellation policy has been updated for 2026. 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