GEORGE OLD CAR SHOW FEBRUARY 2018
The 22nd annual George Old Car Show took place on 10 and 11 February 2018. This event is hosted annually by the Southern Cape Old Car Club and the funds raised are donated to various local organizations. George Rotary Club members, partners and friends of rotary, host and run a very busy Refreshment and Beer tent for thirsty visitors and exhibitors, the profit from the proceeds from two days of bar duties, are donated to a selected local charity. A unique exhibition of classic and everyday vehicles from years gone by includes; a large number of other veteran and vintage vehicles, veteran tractors and farming implements, static engines, more than 5 000 miniature model cars, motorcycles, and vehicles displayed by new car dealers.
of British manufactured vehicles.
Drive byes and concourse displays are organised for many of these amazing machines and the owners, some of whom dress in period costume, add to a festive and nostalgic atmosphere. Volkswagen's museum, the Auto Pavilion, will display five famous Beetles under the title "Meet the Beetles". These Beetles hark back to the British Officer, Major Ivan Hirst, who saved the Beetle from destruction after the Second World War and pays homage to the George Old Car Show's theme of British manufactured vehicles.
The largest ever display of old Fords (pre 1930 Fords, which includes mainly Model N (1907), Model S (1907), Model T (1908 – 1927), Model A (1928 – 1930) will make a grand entrance upon completion of their tour through the Karoo prior to the show.
The event has proven to be a flagship event not only for George and South Africa, but also for the International market. Annually more than 12 000 visitors flock to George to be a part of this quintessential show in the South African old car fraternity. George Rotary Club is proud to be a part of this prestigious event, fundraiser, PRPI exercise, and great fellowship.
