Sporting Bears Dream Rides

Experience the ultimate Classic and Supercar Dream Ride at the Birmingham NEC! Sporting Bears Dream Rides offer unforgettable passenger experiences in everything from stunning classic cars to jaw-dropping supercars. Picture a thrilling ten-mile spin on the open roads surrounding the NEC in your dream machine. It’s the most exhilarating way to raise money for charity – feel the power, make a memory, and support a great cause.

Fancy a ride for charity?

Take a passenger seat for a 10-mile driving experience with Sporting Bears – all in support of UK children's charities.
In exchange for a minimum donation, you’ll enjoy the ride of your life in everything from iconic classic cars to modern supercars. Feel the thrill of a McLaren, hear the growl of a Mustang, or cruise in a cherished Jaguar from a golden era.
With around 100 cars available daily and 1,500 club members, there's something for every petrolhead – from hot hatches to head-turning hypercars.
Sporting Bears patron Mike Brewer will kick off each morning with a live stage presentation celebrating the cars and the cause.
No need to pre-book – choose and book your ride on the day!

Sporting Bears mascot, the stig,t gives a high-five to a child at the Classic Motor Show, with classic cars visible in the background.

A taste of rides for 2025...

  • Jaguar E-type roadster
  • Old English White Austin Healey 3000MK3
  • Ford Sierra Cosworth RS
  • Austin Mini Racing Flame
  • Peugoet 205 1.9 GTi
  • MG, MGC, GT
  • Triumph TR6
  • TVR Tuscan
  • Ford Mustang 1967 Classic fastback
  • Subaru Impreza
  • Triumph Stag
  • Reliant Scimitar
  • Rolls Royce Silver Shadow
  • Citroen 2CV Special ‘Bumble’
Sporting Bears

About Sporting Bears

Since Dream Rides began in 1992 when we had 10 cars at the NEC raising £1000! Sporting Bears has raised over £3.7 million in donations to over 70 UK childrens charities.

Sporting Bears is run on the generosity of its members and support of their partners who freely give their time, fuel, and maintenance of their cars to ensure that every penny donated by you goes directly to the UK children's charities.

Find out more about the Sporting Bears and their fantastic work for charity.

Charities the Bears are supporting at Classic Motor Show 2025

Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity

This leading children’s hospital delivers world-class treatment, surgery, and research to over 100,000 young patients each year. Its charity helps create better spaces, equipment, and experiences, made possible by the generosity of its supporters: https://www.bch.org.uk/Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity Logo

Caudwell Children

Founded in 2000 in Stoke-on-Trent, Caudwell Children supports disabled and neurodivergent children, helping them grow in confidence and reach their potential with the help of a dedicated team, volunteers, and donors: https://www.caudwellchildren.com/

 

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Libby Mae’s Little Angels

Founded in 2013, this family-run charity supports babies, their families, and neonatal unit teams across the Midlands, providing care and resources every step of the way: https://libbymaeslittleangels.com/

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Jasmine’s Legacy of Dream

The charity supports teenagers and young adults diagnosed with cancer by providing grants for activities, breaks, and family visits, helping recipients maintain physical and emotional well-being during treatment: https://www.justgiving.com/charity/jasmines-legacy

 

 

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Thanks from charities supported previously

Claire House Hospice cared for Gabe aged 3 and his family at the end of his short life. Jenni, Gabe's Mum wrote “At Claire House we swam together, ate together, watched movies together, took photos together, had fun and made memories. Five days after we moved into the hospice Gabe died surrounded by his family. We are really grateful that you have chosen to support Claire House as they reach out to care for every dying child.”
Birmingham Children’s Hospital wrote to say they felt “beyond privileged that the Sporting Bears Motor Club had chosen them to fund raise for. The paediatric patient experience extends far beyond the walls of our hospital thanks to your support. Weekend camps help children to develop self-confidence and self-esteem. It means so much to our children and families to know that you are thinking of them and sending your love and support.”