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.
Panther De Ville
Ford Sierra Cosworth
MG Metro 6R4
1991 Toyota Celica cabriolet.
Tornado GT40
1974 Citroen Ami Super.
1953 Frazer Nash.
Porsche 911
1981 Lancia Beta Spider
Gilbern Invader Mk II
The Fiat Ritmo was known as the Strada in the UK. This is a 105 TC.
Lotus Esprit
1965 Morris Mini Cooper S.
1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV.
The awful moment when you realise you haven’t proof-read your sign.
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider.
The Vauxhall Cavalier was the Opel Vectra in Ireland.
1991 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9
This BMW 2002 Ti needs a bit of work.
1967 Fiat Vignale Gamine.
Ford Sierra Sapphire Cosworth
Renault 4 Pickup
Citroen Traction Avant
1929 HE 16/60.
Panther Solo mounted its Ford Sierra RS Cosworth engine in the middle.
The unusual Matra Bagheera seated three across the front seats. Haven’t seen one in years.
1977 Jaguar XKC Restomod
1955 Cadillac El Dorado.
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz E220 Coupé lives in Cork.
Alpine GTA 2.5 Turbo with cabriolet conversion.
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.
Alfa Romeo Alfasud
Fiat X1/9 had a mid-mounted engine of 1,300cc originally, soon enlarged to 1,500.
1973 Triumph TR6.
Very strong money for a 330i cabrio, although it looked immaculate. Must polish up my 325i version.
1972 Citroen SM.
Borgward Isabella
1927 Sunbeam Land Speed Car.
Morris Minor Traveller dressed up with poppies for November.
Lancia 037 Rally Car
Triumph GT6
Heinkel Trojan 200
This scooter has dual controls, designed to teach riders in safety. Very unusual.
Ford Escort RS 2000
Ferrari 288 GTO
Lancia Stratos
The Beast is powered by a 27 litre Rolls Royce Merlin aeroplane engine. It has been clocked at over 180mph.
1964 Morris Minor Deluxe.
This Honda NSX has been specially signed to commemorate Ayrton Senna, who had a hand in its development.
Austin Healy 3000 Mk 3
Kaiser Darrin
Toyota Celica
1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE.
Austin Healy 3000 Mk 3
1960 Ford Zephyr Zodiac Mk II Farnham Estate.
Ford Cortina Crayford convertible
1972 Lancia Fulvia Berlina.
Triumph Spitfire
1976 Enfield 8000 Electric Car.
Renault Alpine
Turn your Mazda MX-5 into a Tipo 184 replica. I showed this to a MX-5 owning friend and he was horrified.
Peugeot 205 GTI. The iconic 205 is 40 years old this year. Happy Birthday.
Ford Fiesta Crayford convertible
Volkswagen Corrado Storm
Bond Bug
1968 Mk II Ford Cortina 1600e.
Reliant Scimitar GTE
MG RV8
1995 Lancia Delta Integrale Evo 2. Originally supplied to Japan and imported.
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