CLASSIC car enthusiasts will be in their element this weekend as a procession of vintage vehicles passes through the Helensburgh and Lomond area.
Members of the Scottish Western Thoroughbred Vehicle Club (SWTVC) will travel through the town and on to the peninsula villages on Saturday, August 8.
A “fantastic mix” of motors will be on show, although drivers won’t be able to stop to give passers-by a close-up view, to ensure social distancing guidelines are complied with.
The classic cars will be in Helensburgh at around 11.30am on Saturday and around Kidston near noon.
They will then be cruising along the coast road through Garelochhead, Rosneath and passing Kilcreggan Pier between approximately 12.30pm and 12.45pm.
From there they head to Cove and Coulport and will be making a return trip through Cove and Kilcreggan around 2pm before heading along Barbour Road to enjoy the magnificent views.
Local petrolhead David Morgan, from Kilcreggan, will put his 1928 Austin Tourer Heavy 12, which he has owned for almost a decade, on tour and he’s excited to offer a glimpse into a bygone era.
He said: “I admit I am a bit eccentric, but that is a must for vintage car ownership and it is an infectious hobby when caught.
“Their attractive and quirky aesthetics, coupled with the quality of engineering, make them great value for everyday motoring.
“I’ve been driving ‘old’ cars for more than 50 years and, although my career was as a microbiologist, my passion was always these classics.”
Not content with just the Austin Tourer, David also has a saloon version, a 1927 Rolls Royce Tourer, and a super modern 1958 Austin A35.
A Festival of Cars is set to be hosted at Cove Burgh Hall next year, for all types and ages of cars and owners, and SWTVC members will be invited back to enjoy the local hospitality and show off their prized possessions.
David added: “If the old cars are not enough, moored off Clynder you will see a 1912 Morecambe Bay Prawner.
“History buffs will know that is also the year that the Titanic was launched, so my old boat has proved the most durable!”
In other years drivers would be happy to stop and show off their automobiles in more detail, but you can find out more on their website at www.swtvc.org. New members are always welcome.
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