Rétromobile 2026: Austin Healey Event Recap

If you’ve ever attended Rétromobile in Paris, you’ll understand why it remains one of the most important dates in the classic car calendar. Rétromobile 2026 delivered exactly what Austin Healey owners hope for: serious conversations, technical discussion, and a shared appreciation for well-engineered cars.

From the first morning, there was a steady flow of visitors to our stand in Hall 7.1. What stood out this year was the noticeable number of younger owners stepping into Healey ownership. It’s encouraging to see a new generation taking on restoration projects and keeping these cars active on the road. The future of the marque looks secure.

John and Patricia spent the week answering questions ranging from hood fittings and cooling systems to panel alignment and long-term restoration planning. Many conversations began with a small technical question and developed into wider discussions about sequencing work correctly and choosing the right Austin Healey parts for the job. That’s exactly what events like this are for.

Why Events Like Rétromobile Matter

Rétromobile is never just about displaying parts. It’s about meeting owners at different stages of their journey, from first-time buyers of a Frogeye to long-standing Big Healey custodians maintaining cars they’ve owned for decades.

It’s also a reminder that the Austin Healey community remains strong, knowledgeable and international. Over the week we spoke with owners from across Europe and beyond, all united by the same goal: keeping these cars properly maintained and correctly restored.

To everyone who visited us in Paris, thank you. The conversations were thoughtful, technical and, as always, enjoyable.

If you didn’t catch us at Rétromobile 2026, our next event will be Retro Classics in Essen, Germany, from 8th to 12th April 2026. We look forward to continuing those discussions there.