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Classic Cars & Coffee @ Apprentice
By René Scribante
Together with Apprentice we held Classic Cars & Coffee on Saturdaythe25thofMarch.
We invited the local car clubs to join us, as it's always exciting to bring together enthusiasts and their cars to share in the passion and appreciation for classic vehicles
Everyone “kuiered so lekker” while we enjoyed the spectacular viewatthisgreatvenuejustoutside George. Amazing way to spend a Saturdaymorning.
The Classic Cars & Coffee event will be a regular occurrence every second month, and it's exciting to think about how it could grow bigger and bigger with each iteration It's clear that there is a strong community of classic car enthusiasts in the area, and events like this are a great way to bring themtogetherandfosterasenseof camaraderieandsharedinterests
I'm sure that many people are lookingforwardtothenextone!■
2023 George Old Car Show
By René Scribante
It was a busy and exciting time leading up to the George Old Car Show, with lots of opportunities to learn, share, and enjoy classic cars andtheirhistory.
The 2023 George Old Car Show was a great success this year! It's always wonderful to have joint efforts and collaborations, and the partnership with Stanmar Motors was a huge success. We had the biggest tent ever. Celebrating 30th Anniversary of the G500, the display of Geländenwagens was a realtreatforcarenthusiasts.
It's also important to acknowledgeandthankthepeople who put in hard work to make the show a success, like Kobus and his team. It's always nice to have club members involved in the process andtakingonnewroleslikebanner putterupper,AndréFourie.
The60thAnniversarydisplayof Pagodaand600'swasstunningand the display of the 300SL roadster with the two SLS's were a beautiful additionstotheshow
Overall, the George Old Car Showwasafantasticevent,andI'm glad to hear that everyone had a greattime.■
President's Braai
By René Scribante
Edition: 6th
Attendees: 140
Location: Scribs
Benzeum, George
Litres of ice cream and chocolate sauce consumed: unknown
The sixth President's braai was a truly special event for the MBCSA family! It's always great to spend time with friends and loved ones, and there was plenty of laughterandreflectiontobehadat theparty
It's also exciting to hear that there are plans being made for the future, as it shows that the communityisforward-thinkingand always looking for ways to improve andgrow
With 40 members and friends in attendance, it's clear that the event was a huge success and a highlight of the year for many people.
The camaraderie and classic MB banter made for a truly memorableevening.
It's always wonderful to have theopportunitytocometogetherin person and celebrate the things thatwelove,andthe6thPresident's Braaiwasaperfectexampleofthat.
Here's to many more fantastic events in the future for the MBCSA family!■
SCOCC Vettoer & Valuation Seminar
By René Scribante
Driving a 1913 Benz on the Southern Cape Old Car Club's Vettoer is an incredible experience!
It is humbling to be behind the wheel of such a historic vehicle andtobeamongotherveterancars and their owners. Meiringspoort is a beautiful location to take the car for a spin, and it's great to report that Waldo and I had a wonderful time.
At the same time, the SCRIB BENZeum once again hosted the 6th Valuation Seminar. These seminars are always a great opportunity to learn and discuss different topics related to the valuationofclassiccars.It'sgreatto have someone like Chris Kühn leading the way and sharing his knowledge and experience with others.■
Central Region
kick-starts the year
By Jaco Kachelhoffer