The Classic Motor Show, held annually at the NEC in Birmingham is an absolute must-visit for classic car enthusiasts.
Between classic car clubs and dealers and several halls dedicated to parts suppliers and specialist restorers, there was something for everyone, including restoration workshops and demos.
It’s scary, but I counted three cars that I’ve owned in the past or currently own at the show, including the first new car I ever bought, and they’re all now considered classics.
Easily reached from Birmingham Airport, I’d highly recommend a trip next year.
Here’s a gallery from this year’s event.
This BMW 2002 Ti needs a bit of work.
Turn your Mazda MX-5 into a Tipo 184 replica. I showed this to a MX-5 owning friend and he was horrified.
The Beast is powered by a 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin aeroplane engine. It has been clocked at over 180mph.
Porsche 911
Heinkel Trojan 200
Peugeot 205 GTI. The iconic 205 is 40 years old this year. Happy Birthday.
Reliant Scimitar GTE
The Vauxhall Cavalier was the Opel Vectra in Ireland.
The unusual Matra Bagheera seated three across the front seats. Haven’t seen one in years.
Panther Solo mounted its Ford Sierra RS Cosworth engine in the middle.
Maserati 3500 GTI Vignale Spider
1965 Morris Mini Cooper S.
1965 Riley Pathfinder.
Austin Healy 3000 Mk 3
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz E220 Coupé lives in Cork.
1964 Morris Minor Deluxe.
MG Metro 6R4
Renault 4 Pickup
1960 Ford Zephyr Zodiac Mk II Farnham Estate.
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth
1972 Lancia Fulvia Berlina.
Ford Sierra Cosworth
1977 Jaguar XJC.
Borgward Isabella
This scooter has dual controls, designed to teach riders in safety. Very unusual.
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider.
1967 Fiat Vignale Gamine.
1953 Frazer Nash.
Very strong money for a 330i cabrio, although it looked immaculate. Must polish up my 325i version.
1929 HE 16/60.
Morris Minor Traveller dressed up with poppies for November.
Volkswagen Corrado Storm
Fiat X1/9 had a mid-mounted engine of 1,300cc originally, soon enlarged to 1,500.
Citroen Traction Avant
Panther De Ville
1974 Citroen Ami Super.
Lancia 037 Rally Car
1976 Enfield 8000 Electric Car.
Gilbern Invader Mk II
1927 Sunbeam Land Speed Car.
1968 Mk II Ford Cortina 1600e.
The Fiat Ritmo was known as the Strada in the UK. This is a 105 TC.
MG RV8
This Honda NSX has been specially signed to commemorate Ayrton Senna, who had a hand in its development.
Ford Cortina Crayford convertible
1995 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 2. Originally supplied to Japan and imported.
1973 Triumph TR6.
Ford Fiesta Crayford convertible
1955 Cadillac El Dorado.
Triumph Spitfire
Ford Escort RS 2000
Toyota Celica
1991 Toyota Celica cabriolet.
1977 Jaguar XKC Restomod
1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV.
1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE.
The awful moment when you realise you haven’t proof-read your sign.
Alfa Romeo Alfasud
Triumph GT6
1981 Lancia Beta Spider
1991 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9
Lotus Esprit
Fiat’s original Multipla could be said to be the first ever MPV. The later Multipla had an unusual 3 x 2 seating arrangement and challenging looks, although I much prefer this version to the updated toned down design.
