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It’s one of the must-go-to extravaganzas on the east Auckland events’ calendar and this weekend’s Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car Show promises to be as large and interesting as past editions.
The free-entry show is staged this Sunday, March 2, at Lloyd Elsmore Park, with cars driving in from daybreak.
Organisers say the variety of motor vehicles aged from more than a century old to modern-day hi-tech autos will be proudly exhibiting in the great outdoors, along with high participation from the various classic car clubs and their owners.
“The yearly event welcomes quintessential classics like speedy Mini Coopers, fierce Ferraris, luxury BMWs and Italian supercars,” say Brit and Euro Classic Car Show organisers.
“The family show floods the Pakuranga park with colour with more than 1200 cars in attendance all supported by owners’ stories of ownership, family history and road trips.
“Attendance for 2025 is expected to be over 10,000, with food stalls providing delicious catering options.”
At this edition of the event, organisers say the Revival Show centrepiece will be themed Red Roadsters.
“It will celebrate open-top motoring options from the likes of manufacturers Jaguar, MG, Triumph, Ferrari, Sunbeam and more.
“Roadsters have always had a strong link as classic cars and can generally be described as a two-seater car with emphasis on sporting appearance or character.
“MG with their MG ‘B’ and Midgets, once a regular sight on New Zealand roads, are sure to put in a strong appearance this year.
“Always a favourite, the Revival Grid attracts race cars of all genres, open wheelers, sports cars, rally and touring options, both formal race and tribute reproductions.”
The organisers say there are “notable anniversaries this year”, with the TR Register, Porsche, and Alfa Romeo car owners’ clubs all celebrating 50 years with special display zones.
“Theming of club stands is actively encouraged which leads to some interesting displays such as the Monte Carlo arrival podium in the Mini Car Club of Auckland area.
“Whether you’re a lifelong lover of classic cars, seasoned collector, or just fancy a look at some beautiful classic and vintage vehicles, then dust off your maps and head on down between 10am and 3pm on March 2.”
The team of active and committed volunteers from east Auckland’s popular community radio station, East FM, will also be in attendance as they have since the annual show started, and will be broadcasting live from the event.
East FM can be heard on local east Auckland frequencies 88.1FM and 107.1FM, at www.eastfm.nz, and the station is on the iHeart Radio app.
- For more information about the Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car Show, supported by the Howick Local Board, see www.briteurocarshow.nz.
