RIVA AT CAVALLINO CLASSIC MONACO
The timeless elegance of Riva meets the legend of Formula 1 in the heart of the Principality. Visitors to the event were captivated by a stunning Aquarama from 1986, restored and certified by Riva Classiche.
Riva, a symbol of Italian beauty and style, and Cavallino Classic Monaco partnered for the exclusive new edition of the international event that showcases the world of Ferrari, held from April 23 to 26, 2026, in the heart of the Principality.
In the year of the event’s 35th anniversary, Cavallino Classic has opened a new chapter in its story with the first Concours d’Elegance held in Monaco, dedicated entirely to Ferrari’s Formula 1 racing cars. The event was staged at the Yacht Club de Monaco, where the cars were on show around the Marina throughout the weekend, with direct access to the legendary racing circuit on which the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique unfolds, visible from a privileged vantage point at the Riva Aquarama Lounge, where guests and owners were able to enjoy exclusive moments overlooking the Marina and watch the adrenaline-filled hot laps of Ferrari single-seaters.
In this unique setting, Riva was represented by a stunning Aquarama Special from 1986, showcased at the Yacht Club de Monaco and restored by Riva Classiche, the brand’s division specialising in the preservation of vintage boats. This iconic craft is also the first to obtain the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Riva Classiche, attesting to the boat’s compliance with the yard’s original standards and so guaranteeing its originality. The certification process, which is reserved for boats over 20 years old, takes place at the Sarnico shipyard, where rigorous technical and aesthetic inspections are carried out alongside dynamic trials in the water. Certified according to RINA ISO 9001, the process assigns a score to the boat according to its level of authenticity and concludes with the presentation of an exclusive mahogany case containing the official documentation.
Another big star at the event was the majestic Riva 54METRI, the largest Riva built to date, together with a Riva 76’ Perseo Super and some of the most iconic yachts from the other Ferretti Group brands: Custom Line Navetta 38, Custom Line Saetta 140’, wallywhy150, wallytender48, Ferretti Yachts INFYNITO 90 and Pershing GTX70, all brought to Monaco by their respective owners for the occasion.
Over the weekend, collectors and visitors to the event also had the chance to enjoy an exclusive experience involving driving sessions on the Monaco racing circuit with the collaboration of the Automobile Club de Monaco – and hospitality provided at the Yacht Club. One of the most eagerly awaited highlights of the event was Riva’s Party Under the Stars.
The brand organised a sophisticated tender service between the Marina and the Grand Prix Historique paddock on board a Riva Iseo, as well as presenting the Riva Steering Award, to the Best of Show winner during the Concours d’Elegance prize-giving ceremony.
