Rétromobile New York, the first U.S. edition of the Paris collector-car salon, runs November 19 to 22, 2026, in Hall 3B of Manhattan’s Javits Center. The four-day show brings more than 100 exhibitors across 400,000 square feet, with Gooding Christie’s holding live auctions on November 20 and 21.
Key Takeaways
- Rétromobile has been held in Paris since 1976, and the New York show is the first edition in its history held outside France.
- Gooding Christie’s auction sessions start at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, and Saturday, November 21, with lot viewing from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. November 19 through 21.
- Confirmed exhibitors include dealers Fiskens, Girardo & Co., Joe Macari and Hyman Ltd., along with Spyker and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
- CART Department, the platform founded by collector Larry Warsh, will present art cars by Ai Weiwei, Keith Haring, Futura, Jay Z and Shepard Fairey.
- Comexposium and duPont REGISTRY Group organize the show, which is planned as an annual event.
Rétromobile New York Brings A 1976 Paris Tradition To Manhattan
Rétromobile New York carries five decades of history into its first year. The Paris edition has opened the European collector-car calendar every winter since 1976, gathering dealers, restorers, manufacturers’ heritage divisions and enthusiasts under one roof. Until this fall, that format had never left France.
The New York edition is led by CEO Gérard Neveu and organized by Comexposium, the company behind Rétromobile Paris, together with duPont REGISTRY Group. The organizers describe it as something other than a concours, a race, a rally or a club meeting. Their own shorthand is a “pop-up garage,” a place where buying, selling, restoring and simply looking at cars all happen on the same floor.
That distinction matters for anyone searching for a Javits Center car show this month. Rétromobile New York is separate from the spring New York International Auto Show, which focuses on new models. The November event centers on historic vehicles, automotive art and collecting culture.
Organizers Point To New York’s Collector Base And Cultural Pull
Rétromobile New York did not land in Manhattan by accident. The organizers cite the city’s position where finance, media and culture meet, its international access, and its nearness to a large East Coast collector base. They also frame the show as the start of a long-term U.S. presence, with the November date placing it near the end of the international collector-car season and ahead of the holidays.
The city has seen the brand before. Rétromobile first introduced itself to New York last December with a Bugatti displayed in a glass case at Rockefeller Plaza. In October, the organizers and NYC Car Club hosted a free Cars & Coffee meet on the cobblestones of Greene Street in SoHo, a preview aimed at local enthusiasts who may never have made the trip to Paris.
Dealers, Restorers And Art Cars Fill The Javits Center Floor
Rétromobile New York’s exhibitor list mixes European and American specialists. Fiskens, Girardo & Co., Joe Macari and Lukas Hüni come from the European dealer world, while Autosport Designs and Hyman Ltd. represent the U.S. side. Spyker, Historic Sportscar Racing, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Luminari Motor Company, Detroit Metal Shaping Co. and 1600Veloce round out a roster that covers restoration, racing heritage and craft.
The show also leans into the art world. CART Department, founded by collector Larry Warsh, will present art cars from Ai Weiwei, Futura, Keith Haring, Jay Z and Shepard Fairey. Photography, watches, design objects and collectibles from studios such as iXOOST, Atelier Circourt and fine artist Lyn Hiner extend the program beyond the cars themselves. Richard Mille, a long-standing brand partner, will present its own selection of automobiles in a dedicated space.
Gooding Christie’s Auctions Run November 20 And 21
Gooding Christie’s is the official auction house for Rétromobile New York and is holding its first New York sale at the show. Auction sessions begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, and Saturday, November 21. Viewing of the lots runs from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on November 19, 20 and 21.
Among the early headliners are a 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4*S NART Spider once owned by Steve McQueen and Billy Joel’s motorcycle collection. For most visitors, these lots work like a museum exhibit with a deadline: a chance to see vehicles tied to Hollywood and music history before they change hands. The auction room itself is limited to registered bidders, their guests and credentialed media, and a Rétromobile entry ticket is required to view the lots.
What Rétromobile New York Adds To The City’s Late-Fall Calendar
Rétromobile New York gives Manhattan a collector-car event it has not had before, and it adds to a busy stretch for the West Side venue, which hosted the first fall edition of Small Business Expo at the Javits Center in October. The show draws exhibitors from Europe and the U.S. into the same week as the city’s early holiday season, giving out-of-town visitors another reason to plan a November trip.
For New Yorkers, the appeal is access. The organizers built the show around the idea that collector culture can be enjoyed without owning a collector car, and the art, design and racing exhibits are meant for general visitors as much as for buyers.
Planning A Visit To Rétromobile New York
Rétromobile New York takes place in Hall 3B of the Javits Center at 429 11th Avenue. The 7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards stops one block away, and the M34-SBS and M12 buses stop near 11th Avenue. Tickets are sold through the official Rétromobile New York website, and general entry is separate from access to the auction room.
FAQs
When is the car show at the Javits Center in November 2026?
Rétromobile New York runs Thursday, November 19, through Sunday, November 22, 2026, at the Javits Center. It is a collector-car show, separate from the spring New York International Auto Show.
What time is the car show at Jacob Javits Center?
Gooding Christie’s lot viewing runs from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on November 19, 20 and 21, and the auction sessions begin at 11 a.m. on November 20 and 21. Daily show hours are posted on the official Rétromobile New York website.
Is Rétromobile New York connected to Rétromobile Paris?
Yes. Comexposium, the organizer of Rétromobile Paris since its 1976 debut, runs the New York show with duPont REGISTRY Group. It is the first Rétromobile edition held outside France.
Can visitors attend the Gooding Christie’s auction?
Visitors with a Rétromobile entry ticket can view the auction lots on display. The auction room itself is limited to registered bidders, their guests and credentialed media.
