SLIDESHOW

The 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show is set to open November 18, so we've offered up a selection of new concepts and production cars certain to make a splash in SoCal. The competition for the spotlight looks fiercer than American Idol tryouts. Subaru is unveiling a tuned-up variant of its first rear-wheel-drive sports coupe, the chunky and aggressive-looking BRZ STI Concept. Meanwhile, Chevrolet is readying a Camaro drop-top with 580 horsepower — more than enough to muscle your way into prime valet parking on Rodeo Drive. And for the first time ever, the Mexican designed and built Mastretta MXT sports car will make its hotly anticipated appearance. These cars, and many more, are officially ready for their close-up in L.A.