Waking up early Saturday, 1 November, the rain had eased to fog in the sleepy town of Cobargo. A gentle rumble of cars, trucks, bikes and trailers carrying some awesome machinery could be heard as they made their way to the Cobargo Showgrounds.

At the stroke of 6.00 am the gates opened and the main arena began filling fast with a magnificent array of chrome, colour and craftsmanship. Some were wiping the early morning mist off their masterpiece with pride, gentle chatter became a constant sound of laughter and ‘G’day mate’ throughout the day.

By mid-morning it was time to wander through the swap meet stalls of car parts, bike leathers and gadgets that you just simply have to have, while others browsed the market stalls. You could smell the bacon and eggs cooking in the canteen, getting everyone’s taste buds ready for the food trucks setting up around the grounds.

Dave Britton Holden VH Commodore Brock replica Photo by: Rick Reynolds.

The day then started for the three little ponies waiting patiently for the kids to work out they could actually get on and have a ride for free! Many going back again and again because it was so much fun. Then, to top off their day, a trip to see Netty and pick out something fabulous to have painted on their faces, from flowers to animals. They all ran around with smiles, before ending the day with a whopper ice cream.

Approximately 450 entrants were judged in different categories, and about 3,000 spectators strolled through the gates raising $22,000. This was distributed, after running costs were taken out, to the Cobargo Scouts ($7,000), Nardy House ($7,000), Tilba Public School P&C ($2,000) and Cobargo Pony Club ($1,000). In total $31,000 has been donated to local community organisations from the past two car shows!

L-R Dave, Chris, Denise and Mel with Meg, Renee and Nicolas sitting in front at Nardy House with the Big Cheque.

The Far South Coast Classics Car Club would like to thank everyone who participated in this event by entering, buying a raffle ticket or just coming for a look. We also remind everyone to support our sponsors and volunteers, as without them days like this can’t happen!

Mel Britton, President
Far South Coast Classics Car Club

Photo top right: An aerial view of the Cobargo Showgrounds filled with classic cars.