The Event

 When and Where

• The event took place from September 4 to 7, 2025 in Campione d’Italia, the Italian enclave overlooking Lake Lugano.
• This was the first historical reenactment of the legendary city circuit, famously called “the smallest circuit in the world” due to its length.

The Circuit and Its History

• The original track measured 1,116 meters.
• It was inaugurated in 1937 with a race for the 1500cc class, won by Giovanni Rocco driving a Maserati 6CM.
• After the war, the last official edition was held in 1946, featuring legendary drivers such as Tazio Nuvolari.
• In 2025, this reenactment aimed to revive the myth in an innovative and sustainable way.

An Exceptional Lineup of Cars

The event showcased a simply extraordinary collection of over 100 historic vehicles spanning nearly a century, including some of the rarest and most iconic masterpieces of automotive design and engineering:

• Amilcar CV 1922, Amilcar CG SS 1924, Amilcar CGS 1925
• Bugatti T32 Tank 1924 and Bugatti 35 from 1925
• Salmson GSS AL3 1926 and Salmson San Sebastian 1928
• Fiat Canta Siluro 1926
• Lea Francis S-Type Hyper 1929
• Alfa Romeo 2300 8 C from 1932 and Alfa Romeo P3 1933
• Maserati 26M 1933, Maserati 4CS 1933, Maserati 8 CM 1933
• Austin Healey 100/6 1959, Austin Healey 3000 MK1 1960 and MKIII 1967
• Jaguar D-Type 1958 and Jaguar C-Type 1952
• Lister Jaguar 1958, my car, one of the most appreciated at the gathering
• Bentley Le Mans race car 1938
• Ferrari 400 GT 1978, Ferrari 550 Maranello 1998, Ferrari F12 2015
• Dallara Stradale, with numerous models from 2018 to 2025
• And many other legendary models, from Aston Martin Vanquish to Porsche 911, Lotus Eleven, and Brabham Cosworth F1.

The variety and rarity of the cars created a unique atmosphere, making the reenactment not only a festival for enthusiasts but a true traveling museum of motor history.

My Personal Experience Driving the 1958 Lister-Jaguar

The thrill of sharing the paddock with automotive icons

Driving my 1958 Lister-Jaguar among so many prestigious cars — from historic Bugattis to legendary Maseratis — was an honor and a unique privilege. Parking next to models like the Jaguar D-Type, Alfa Romeo P3, Maserati 26M, or Bentley Le Mans race car was a moment of deep awareness of the tradition I carry forward.

Testing the smallest circuit in the world

The Campione circuit, with its 1,116 meters, challenges the precision and agility of both driver and machine. During this reenactment, every lap was a dialogue between me and my Lister-Jaguar, navigating tight corners and respecting racing lines. Alongside me were Amilcar, Bugatti, Salmson, Austin Healey, and many other mechanical jewels — a carousel of history and power that made every meter traveled a vivid and tangible emotion.

The warmth of the crowd and the value of sharing

Amid applause, photos, and conversations with other owners and enthusiasts, I felt the greatness of this event. It was not a race but a celebration of beauty, rarity, and automotive heritage. Sharing this moment with my Lister-Jaguar was much more than a driving experience: it was being part of a collective story that unites past and present, passion and memory.