Each year in August, California’s Monterey Peninsula plays host to one of the most impressive gatherings of automobiles in the world. Monterey Car Week, which will be held this year from August 11 through 17, offers automotive aficionados a slew of auctions, driving events, competitions, and exhibitions—all anchored by the festival’s marquee event, the 64th annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

Early glimpses of many of the automobiles that will eventually grace the lawns of the 18th hole at the Pebble B…