Classic car celebration is back

CHECK OUT VINTAGE VEHICLES ON SUNDAY

Reporter MORE than 500 motors will gather at the coast as the Whitley Bay Classic Car Show returns this weekend.

The event, now in its fourth year, will take place on the Links and will feature everything from mid-1930s classics to more recent models.

Cars from around the world will be on display and many clubs will be attending including NECPWA, Tynemouth Mini Club, MG Northumbria, Jaguar Enthusiasts and Tyneside American.

The show, on Sunday, starts at 10am and runs until 3pm.

As well as the vintage vehicles, owners will be on hand to chat about the history of their vehicles.

Eddie Darke, North Tyneside Council’s cabinet member for leisure, culture and tourism, said: “It looks like we’re set to have a record turnout this weekend with car owners and visitors coming from all around the region.

“This event has grown over the last few years to be one of the most popular in the calendar and it’s one we always look forward to.”

The programme will include a display by Infiniti Newcastle and will see the return of the popular Renault Sport Formula 1 car, featuring hybrid technology.

Visitors will be able to enjoy a short trip along the coast in one of the vintage buses also on show.

In addition, there will be live jazz music, refreshments and small fairground rides for children.

The free event is organised by the council and is supported by Infiniti Newcastle, Eastcoast Taxis and Whitley Bay Chamber of Trade.

Exhibitors can still register their vehicles at www.eventbrite.co.uk by searching for Whitley Bay Classic Car Show 2017.