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.
1991 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9
Morris Minor Traveller dressed up with poppies for November.
1972 Citroen SM.
MG Metro 6R4
1977 Jaguar XJC.
Renault Alpine
Renault 4 Pickup
1995 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 2. Originally supplied to Japan and imported.
Tornado GT40
The awful moment when you realise you haven’t proof-read your sign.
Very strong money for a 330i cabrio, although it looked immaculate. Must polish up my 325i version.
1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE.
Panther Solo mounted its Ford Sierra RS Cosworth engine in the middle.
1964 Morris Minor Deluxe.
Alfa Romeo Alfasud
1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV.
Ford Escort RS 2000
1991 Toyota Celica cabriolet.
Heinkel Trojan 200
The unusual Matra Bagheera seated three across the front seats. Haven’t seen one in years.
This Honda NSX has been specially signed to commemorate Ayrton Senna, who had a hand in its development.
1974 Citroen Ami Super.
1967 Fiat Vignale Gamine.
The Beast is powered by a 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin aeroplane engine. It has been clocked at over 180mph.
Panther De Ville
Fiat X1/9 had a mid-mounted engine of 1,300cc originally, soon enlarged to 1,500.
1960 Ford Zephyr Zodiac Mk II Farnham Estate.
Ferrari 288 GTO
This scooter has dual controls, designed to teach riders in safety. Very unusual.
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider.
Lotus Esprit
Bond Bug
1929 HE 16/60.
Lancia Stratos
Bugatti
1955 Cadillac El Dorado.
Toyota Celica
Ford Fiesta Crayford convertible
Kaiser Darrin
The Vauxhall Cavalier was the Opel Vectra in Ireland.
Alpine GTA 2.5 Turbo with cabriolet conversion.
1973 Triumph TR6.
Borgward Isabella
Citroen Traction Avant
1976 Enfield 8000 Electric Car.
Lancia 037 Rally Car
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth
1927 Sunbeam Land Speed Car.
Maserati 3500 GTI Vignale Spider
1977 Jaguar XKC Restomod
MG RV8
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz E220 Coupé lives in Cork.
1972 Lancia Fulvia Berlina.
This BMW 2002 Ti needs a bit of work.
Reliant Scimitar GTE
Ford Sierra Cosworth
1965 Riley Pathfinder.
Triumph Spitfire
Ford Cortina Crayford convertible
Triumph GT6
The Fiat Ritmo was known as the Strada in the UK. This is a 105 TC.
1965 Morris Mini Cooper S.
Peugeot 205 GTI. The iconic 205 is 40 years old this year. Happy Birthday.
Porsche 911
Gilbern Invader Mk II
1953 Frazer Nash.
Austin Healy 3000 Mk 3
1968 Mk II Ford Cortina 1600e.
Austin Healy 3000 Mk 3
Volkswagen Corrado Storm
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.
Turn your Mazda MX-5 into a Tipo 184 replica. I showed this to a MX-5 owning friend and he was horrified.
