Paris, France — The 29th iteration of Peter Auto’s Tour Auto Optic 2000 rally was held last week (Aug. 31 – Sept. 5) with 210 cars covering 1,234 miles throughout France. The tour began at the historical Grand Palais in Paris and culminated at the gates of Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet. VM reader and photographer Unai Ona followed the group throughout their journey and was generous enough to share his photos with us.
1965 Porsche 906 Carerra 6 piloted by Romain Rocher and Jean-Francois Penillard. Photo: Unai Ona
Peter Auto has also shared a number of videos from the event through their YouTube channel – like this one that shows the final leg of the trip and some spirited racing around Circuit Paul Ricard.
In all it looks like it was a spectacular week for all involved. Enjoy the sights.
The group assembled at Stop #2 – Limoges, France. Photo: Unai Ona
Gregory Driot and Quentin Valente-Deplace in this lovely 1982 Ferrari 308 Group IV Michelotto. Photo: Unai Ona
Jean-Yves Beaupigny and Geraud Dumesne in a 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint Veloce. Photo: Unai Ona
Brice Pineau and Philippe Medart navigating a harpin in their 1973 De Tomaso Pantera. Photo: Unai Ona
Hugo Baldy and Romain Grabowski saying bonjur from their 1955 Pichon Parat Dolomites. Photo: Unai Ona
1956 Porsche 550 A. Photo: Unai Ona
Nicolas Plowiecki and Rene Chapot in this fabulous 1975 Peugeot 504 V6 Group IV car. Photo: Unai Ona
There was even some American Muscle to be found among the entrants including this 1970 Chevy Camaro Z-28 piloted by Richard Kolle and Matthieu Messean. Photo: Unai Ona
