1929 Duesen­berg Model J-268 wins “Grand Marshal” Award

New Eng­land Con­cours d’Elegance

Farmington Polo Club in Farmington, Connecticut - October 12, 2025

On Oc­to­ber 12th, 2025, the New Eng­land Con­cours d’Elegance hosted a landmark moment: the first-ever showing of Dick’s one-of-a-kind 1929 Duesen­berg Model J-268. This chassis, with its storied journey from junkyard to con­cours star, won the prestigious “Grand Marshal” Award, presented by Chasing Classic Cars host Wayne Carini.

No other J Duesen­berg matches J-268’s provenance, and its debut captivated attendees. Wayne praised its restoration: “This car doesn’t just shine—it tells a story.” The event, a showcase of pre-war American luxury, saw Dick’s masterpiece steal the spotlight.





 
The 1929 Duesenberg Model J-268
The first showing of the 1929 Duesenberg Model J-268 Convertible Coupe won the “Grand Marshal” Award from Wayne Carini at the New England Concours d'Elegance
 
 
Rob Shappy poses with the 1929 Duesenberg J-268
Rob Shappy poses with the 1929 Duesenberg J-268 at the Farmington Polo Club in Farmington, Connecticut.
 
 
Nicole LeBoeuf (Right) and Pyara Meyer
Executive Assistant Pyara Meyer (Left) and Marketing Manager Nicole LeBoeuf (Right) stay cozy in the Duesenberg's rumble seat on the way up to receive the “Grand Marshal” Award on a cool October 12, 2025.
 
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