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Pebble Beach, CA (September 21, 2008) - Marquis Yachts and their authorized dealer D'Anna Yacht Sales recently participated in the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Auto Show which was held in Pebble Beach, California. Marquis Yachts and D'Anna Yacht Sales were invited to display a new Marquis 500 Sport Coupé within an area dedicated to products that best exemplify design, engineering and manufacturing excellence within their category. As a participant in the Concours d'Elegnace, Marquis shared the spotlight with other high profile brands such as Bugatti, Lancia, Bentley, Rolls Royce and Ferrari.
"The Concours d'Elegance includes a very select group of people who are at the highest level in the world of unique and collectable automobiles. These people recognize and appreciate superior design and remarkable craftsmanship. It was a thrill and a compliment to be invited to participate in this world class event" stated Wayne D'Anna, President of D'Anna Yacht Sales the authorized Marquis Yacht dealer in Oakland, California.
Each year 175 of the most prized and valuable automobiles in the world gather on the 18th fairway of the famed Pebble Beach golf course to compete in the Concours d'Elegance - the most prestigious event in the automobile world. The Concours is not a contest of speed but of excellence where only the best are invited to compete. Automobiles are judged for their historical accuracy, their technical merit and their style. And the best of the best garner reward and recognition.
"Participating in this year's Concours d'Elegance is a fitting tribute to the Marquis brand of luxury motor yachts. Yachtsmen from around the world hold the Marquis brand in very high esteem. We valued the opportunity to extend our brand visibility to automobile aficionados who appreciated the distinctive design and workmanship that a yacht built by Marquis represents" added Brad Andress, Vice President - Sales and Marketing for Marquis Yachts.
About Marquis Yachts, LLC - Marquis Yachts, LLC is a premier builder of world class yachts marketed under the Carver Yachts and Marquis Yachts brands. Founded in 1954, the company builds its products within a vertically integrated, state-of-the-art yacht building facility that is regarded as the most efficient and comprehensive within the industry. With sales offices in Pulaski, WI and Monte Carlo, the company's products are sold and serviced through a worldwide network of certified yacht dealers. For more information visit www.marquisyachts.com and www.nuvolari-lenard.com.