Juan Manuel Fangio: Il Maestro Demo Day

Celebrate Fangio’s legacy with live demos, expert talks, and rare insights at our Il Maestro Demo Day on August 2.

About this Event

Juan Manuel Fangio: Il Maestro Demo Day

Juan Manuel Fangio is remembered not only for how often he won but for how he chose to win. In the years following World War Two, as international racing returned, Fangio brought something different to the track: calm under pressure, mechanical intuition, and an instinct for control that set him apart. He did not chase glory through brute force. He earned it through restraint, precision, and trust in the machine beneath him.

His approach redefined the meaning of speed. Fangio did not fight the car. He listened to it. His mastery across four different manufacturers, five world championships, and countless circuits made him the benchmark of postwar racing.

To his competitors, he was simply Il Maestro — The Master.

This Demo Day is a tribute to that legacy. It offers a deeper look into Fangio’s philosophy and a rare chance to see the spirit of his era brought to life.

Featured Cars:

• 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia

• 1956 Maserati 300 S

• 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL

Tickets:General Admission: $12–15 (available at the door or online)

Free for Members and Children under 18

Whether you are a lifelong racing fan or discovering Fangio for the first time, this Demo Day offers a thoughtful and dynamic tribute to one of the greatest drivers in the history of the sport.

Admission is included with regular museum entry. No advance registration required.

Event Highlights:

• Live Demonstrations

• Historical Insights
• Q&A Session

Date: Saturday, August 2,2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum, 6825 Norwitch Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19153
Admission: Admission is $15.00 for adults, $12.00 for seniors 65 and older, and free for all Simeone Museum members and children under the age of 18.

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Our Demo Day schedule is as follows:

• 10:00 | Simeone Museum doors open to the public
• 11:30 to 11:50 | Discussion on the technology behind the cars
• 12:00 to 12:30 | Visual presentation highlighting rare photos and videos from the Simeone Museum Library and Archives
• 12:30 to 1:00 | Spirited driving demonstration of Demo Day cars
• 1:00 to 2:00 | Visitors are able to inspect and photograph Demo Day cars up close while engaging in a question and answer session with Simeone Museum staff and volunteers

Agenda


🕑: 10:00 AM
Museum Opens

Info: Simeone Museum doors open to the public.

🕑: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Scrutineering

Info: Discussion highlighting the specific technology and attributes of the featured cars.

🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Demo Day Presentation

Info: Visual presentation highlighting rare photos and videos from the Simeone Museum Library and Archives with Simeone Museum staff and industry experts.

🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Spirited driving demonstration of Demo Day cars

Info: Demo Day cars are demonstrated with a spirited driving program taking place on our 3 acre outdoor tarmac.

🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Photo Session / Q and A

Info: Visitors are able to inspect and photograph Demo Day cars up close while engaging in a question and answer session with Simeone Museum staff and volunteers.

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