Entry Category Judging Classes
Un-restored Original
This category is for vehicles that have had no more than minimal restoration. This includes
repairs due to accident damage or panels replaced as a result of rust repairs with sections repainted. The vehicle should be in “from the factory” configuration. Era “pillar-bolt” seat belts in pre-66 vehicles are not considered a modification as they were commonly an option from the dealer. Engines should be a 149, 161, 179 or 186 red motor only (& derivatives – X2 & 186S). Other “Dealer fitted” mods can in- clude “Tilley stripes” (aftermarket extra side flashing commonly added by dealers to glitz up their vehicles), air conditioning, multi-tone paintwork.
Restored Original
This category is for original vehicles as above but fully restored or more than minimum restoration. This includes vehicles that have had a full respray. Engines should be a 149, 161, 179 or 186 red motors only (& derivatives – X2 & 186S).
Era Sports
This category is for vehicles modified with 1960‟s era modifications including - floor shift 3
speed manual / auto, sports steering wheel, mag wheels (13 & 14in only, 15in Volvo rims) , engine mods–electronic ignition with external module (non-VB-K distributor), Speco or similar intake manifolds, triple SU‟s, triple Stromberg, era Holleys to 4bbl, era supercharger / induction, era gauges, extractors, sports seats, gearbox upgrade to era gearboxes only up to 4 speeds (unless proof can be shown that gearbox was in an era vehicle). Also for HD‟s with HR front end panels or vice versa. Engines should be 149 to 202 red motors. (pre-Commodore)
Modified
This category is for vehicles running 149 to 202 Red, Blue & Black motors with modifications above Era sports. Modern wheels, turbo, supercharger (non-era), 5 speed gearbox or later auto.
This category is for vehicles that have had no more than minimal restoration. This includes
repairs due to accident damage or panels replaced as a result of rust repairs with sections repainted. The vehicle should be in “from the factory” configuration. Era “pillar-bolt” seat belts in pre-66 vehicles are not considered a modification as they were commonly an option from the dealer. Engines should be a 149, 161, 179 or 186 red motor only (& derivatives – X2 & 186S). Other “Dealer fitted” mods can in- clude “Tilley stripes” (aftermarket extra side flashing commonly added by dealers to glitz up their vehicles), air conditioning, multi-tone paintwork.
Restored Original
This category is for original vehicles as above but fully restored or more than minimum restoration. This includes vehicles that have had a full respray. Engines should be a 149, 161, 179 or 186 red motors only (& derivatives – X2 & 186S).
Era Sports
This category is for vehicles modified with 1960‟s era modifications including - floor shift 3
speed manual / auto, sports steering wheel, mag wheels (13 & 14in only, 15in Volvo rims) , engine mods–electronic ignition with external module (non-VB-K distributor), Speco or similar intake manifolds, triple SU‟s, triple Stromberg, era Holleys to 4bbl, era supercharger / induction, era gauges, extractors, sports seats, gearbox upgrade to era gearboxes only up to 4 speeds (unless proof can be shown that gearbox was in an era vehicle). Also for HD‟s with HR front end panels or vice versa. Engines should be 149 to 202 red motors. (pre-Commodore)
Modified
This category is for vehicles running 149 to 202 Red, Blue & Black motors with modifications above Era sports. Modern wheels, turbo, supercharger (non-era), 5 speed gearbox or later auto.
Highly Modified
This category is for vehicles with an engine other than Modified (Class 4) such as RB30, V6 or V8 of any breed. It is also for vehicles that have had major body modifications like mini- tubbed, chassis, including one-tonner configuration, re-body onto 4x4 or Cressida chassis.
True Survivor/Rusty Relic Class
This class celebrates the charm of barn finds, daily drivers, and authentically rusty, much-loved survivor cars that haven’t undergone significant restoration Vehicles in this class showcase their unique history, wear, and patina, reflecting years of stories and adventures. They are too raw or original to fit into other categories but embody the spirit of preservation and nostalgia.
This category is for vehicles with an engine other than Modified (Class 4) such as RB30, V6 or V8 of any breed. It is also for vehicles that have had major body modifications like mini- tubbed, chassis, including one-tonner configuration, re-body onto 4x4 or Cressida chassis.
True Survivor/Rusty Relic Class
This class celebrates the charm of barn finds, daily drivers, and authentically rusty, much-loved survivor cars that haven’t undergone significant restoration Vehicles in this class showcase their unique history, wear, and patina, reflecting years of stories and adventures. They are too raw or original to fit into other categories but embody the spirit of preservation and nostalgia.
Unjudging Class
Applies to a vehicle you choose not to be judged