In Memoriam: Bruce E. Hall

March 24, 1947 – November 16, 2024

Lamborghini CEO, Stephan Wilkelmann (l) with our dear friend Bruce Hall (r) of Applewood Motors

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and partner, Bruce E. Hall, on November 16, 2024, at the age of 77. Bruce was a cornerstone of the car enthusiast community and a cherished member of the Concours LLC family. Born in Charleston, West Virginia, he carried the spirit of his home state with him wherever he went, sharing his passion for cars, his wealth of knowledge, and his indomitable sense of humor.

Bruce’s lifelong love for motor vehicles began early. At the age of nine, he won a championship with his midget race car and went on to race snowmobiles, drag racers, and go-karts. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the West Virginia Institute of Technology, Bruce channeled his expertise into restoring collector cars and, later, transporting them. In 1998, he founded Applewood Motorcar Transport, a company that quickly became synonymous with reliability and precision in the antique, classic, and exotic car world. His reputation as a trusted Lamborghini transporter was unparalleled.

Bruce’s involvement in the automotive world extended far beyond his work. He was a fixture at car shows, from prestigious Concours d’Elegance events to local high school parking lot gatherings, always in his element and ready to “talk cars” with fellow enthusiasts. His warmth and knowledge made him a favorite among collectors and event organizers alike. Bruce was our team leader for logistics and transport at Concours LLC.

Wayne Long, a longtime colleague and friend, shared, “It is with a heavy heart I share the news of Bruce Hall’s passing. Bruce owned Applewood Motorcar Transport and performed services for Lamborghini and many other clients. Bruce has worked closely with Lamborghini for nearly 20 years, handling all the shipping of new Lamborghini's east of the Rocky Mountains. Bruce was a great friend and will be dearly missed.”

As Bernard Martin, Founder of the Cortile Italian Car Show and partner at Concours LLC, remarked, “Bruce was instrumental in developing the logistics plan for the inaugural Greenbrier Concours d’Elegance, and his company was our preferred carrier for display cars coming to the Cortile. Bruce was on top of everything, and you could count on him and his team to deliver exactly when and where you needed it. You could set your watch to it. He was a joy to work with, and his sense of humor, wit, and sarcasm made evening dinner and drinks something to look forward to when we let our hair down.”

Bruce was not only a dedicated professional but also a true ambassador for the car hobby. His charm, quick wit, and genuine kindness made him beloved by everyone he encountered. His deep connection to West Virginia and his pride in representing its culture and history left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Bruce leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Judi Edgell Hall, his children, grandchildren, and a host of family and friends who will forever treasure his memory. His canine companion, Lambo, was a constant presence by his side. Bruce’s legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched and the automotive community he enriched.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Brian and Kelly Middleton’s farm in Charlestown, WV. Further details will be shared at a later date. We encourage those who knew and loved Bruce to join us in honoring his remarkable life and contributions to the car world.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Bruce’s memory to Hospice of the Panhandle, 330 Hospice Lane, Kearneysville, WV 25430 (online https://hospiceotp.org) ; or to Shriner’s Hospital for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Dr, Tampa, FL 33607 (online https://donate.lovetotherescue.org); or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (online https://stjude.org)