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The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show will celebrate its 40th anniversary with the launch of a prestigious 'Hall of Fame' honouring those that have significantly contributed to the show and to the future of the classic motoring community. 

Starting in 2024, each year selected notable inductees will be invited to enter our Hall of Fame. These will be celebrated at Birmingham’s NEC as part of the season finale. There will be inductees in four categories:

Industry AmbassadorIndustry Ambassador:
Recognising an individual who campaigns for the owners as well as the industry and strives to secure the future of classic motoring.

Community AmbassadorCommunity Ambassador:
Praising a person who represents the classic car community, who brings new people into the hobby and gives their support to clubs and organisations.
 

Classic CarClassic Car:
Celebrating one vehicle that has made a meaningful impact on motoring, whether for its ingenuity, technical advancement, motorsport achievements or longevity in the industry.

Motoring ClubMotoring Club:
Acknowledging a club that endeavours to represent its members and their chosen vehicles, achieves a significant milestone, and shows unwavering support for the pastime and the show.

Motoring Club

The shortlist for the first ever Motoring Club inductee comprises of four organisations:

First up is the Jowett Car Club, the world’s oldest single make car club at 101 years old and a club that continues to attract new members despite Jowett ceasing production in 1954. As well as supporting the November event, the Jowett Car Club is a huge ambassador for its Restoration sibling held in March, not only demonstrating key skills but also advising and assisting the other clubs in attendance. 

Next is a club that has played a major role in the show for over 30 years, the Sporting Bears Motor Club. Its Dream Rides feature has not only raised millions for children’s charities up and down the UK but, with every member giving their time, car and petrol for free, it also engages enthusiasts in a unique way to other motoring groups.

The MG Car Club is also on the shortlist. Another club celebrating the centenary of its marque, its focus is also on the future with its work in encouraging younger enthusiasts into the hobby. Despite facing many challenges, the MGCC continues to work with other clubs for the good of the community. 

The final club on the shortlist for the first Motoring Club inductee is the BMW Car Club GB. Since appearing at the very first Classic Motor Show, this club has supported every event and evolved with the BMW brand to encompass fans of all ages. 
 

Classic Car

The Classic Car category will celebrate a vehicle that has made a significant contribution to motoring, either for its design, functional ingenuity, technical advancement, cultural impact, motorsport achievements or longevity in the industry.

The four iconic cars shortlisted are the Bentley Blower, Mini Cooper, E-Type Jaguar and Ferrari Testarossa. Each of these cars has as strong place in motoring now as it did in period.

Visitors will be invited to a reveal of the Classic Car and Motoring Club on the opening morning of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show in Hall 2 where the Hall of Fame will be celebrated throughout the weekend.

The inductees of the remaining two categories - Industry Ambassador and Community Ambassador will also be revealed at the event. 

Visitors will be invited to a reveal of the Classic Car and Motoring Club on the opening morning of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show in Hall 2 where the Hall of Fame will be celebrated throughout the weekend. 

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