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