Top Marques Monaco set for April 19-22

“See it, drive it, buy it.” That's the mantra of the Top Marques Monaco car show, set for April 19-22. It's where the ultrarich go to peruse the most super of supercars and, if they like, drive away with them.

For many, the highlight will be a series of rides and drives at the Monaco Formula One circuit. What better way to test a 200-mph-capable car than by driving it at 200 mph?

The show is celebrating its ninth year in existence, and it's growing. This year's event will cover an additional 5,000 square feet at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco. Supercar manufacturers including Koenigsegg, Pagani, GTA Motor, Tushek Supercar, Noble, Roding Automobile, Savage, Fisker, Soleil Motors, MS Design, Mansory and Gembella have signed on to attend. Of course, Aston Martin, Ferrari and Jaguar will represent the old guard.

The event also features other rich-guy stuff, such as watches, boats, art and motorcycles. For more information, check out www.topmarquesmonaco.com.

By Jake Lingeman