[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/classic-cars\/london-classic-car-show-2017-preview\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/classic-cars\/london-classic-car-show-2017-preview\/","headline":"London Classic Car Show 2017 preview","name":"London Classic Car Show 2017 preview","description":"The London Classic Car Show is considered to be the must-go event for any discerning classic car owner, collector, expert or enthusiast, and the three-day extravaganza rolls into London\u2019s Excel this Thursday (February 23rd). Pulling together the very best dealers, manufacturers, car clubs and products, it\u2019s the perfect day out for anyone with the slightest interest in classics. But what exactly is going to be there? You\u2019re about to find out\u2026 The Grand Avenue The organisers say that 66 of […]","datePublished":"2017-02-21","dateModified":"2017-03-01","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/feature-28.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/feature-28.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/classic-cars\/london-classic-car-show-2017-preview\/","about":["CLASSIC CARS","Clubs \/ Events"],"wordCount":703,"keywords":["classic cars","ford mustang","Jaguar E-Type","Lancia Lambda Series 7","London Classic Car Show 2017","Mazda MX-5","NSU Ro80","Volkswagen Golf GTI"],"articleBody":"The London Classic Car Show is considered to be the must-go event for any discerning classic car owner, collector, expert or enthusiast, and the three-day extravaganza rolls into London\u2019s Excel this Thursday (February 23rd).Pulling together the very best dealers, manufacturers, car clubs and products, it\u2019s the perfect day out for anyone with the slightest interest in classics.But what exactly is going to be there? You\u2019re about to find out\u2026The Grand AvenueThe organisers say that 66 of the world\u2019s most intriguing, unusual, exotic and genre-defining cars will comprise the Grand Avenue – one of the show\u2019s central features – which in 2017, adopts the theme of \u2018The Perfect Ten\u2019.Sixty of these cars are split into the ten categories – saloon, coup\u00e9, four-seat convertible, sports car, supercar, hatchback, shooting brake, sports racer, single seater and aerodynamic pioneers.The remaining six form a Ferrari Tribute and feature six of the best cars ever to wear the Prancing Horse badge.It\u2019d be pretty ridiculous to list every car that makes up these groups but you can expect everything from a 1904 British-built 9.6-litre Maudsley (the supercar of its day) to a Ferrari Enzo built almost 100 years later to be included.Other cars set to appear are…1965 Ford Mustang 269 GTThis fastback Mustang is a very early example, first registered in Texas in January 1965, mere months after production had commenced.With a black interior to match its shiny noir shell, this example benefited from the addition of a fuel-injected 203 cubic inch (4.94-litre) V8 350bhp engine. It was also once owned by F1 design engineer Adrian Newey OBE.1927 Lancia Lambda Series 7 Weyman Fabric Body SaloonOne of the oldest automobiles set to appear is this Lambda – the car that pioneered monocoque construction upon its introduction in 1922. Such was its forward-thinking approach, it remained one of the most advanced cars when its production wound down in 1931.The car uses a super rare 2,370cc V4 engine built by Lancia in Turin and is deemed to be one of the most important cars of the 20th century.1975 NSU Ro80The Ro80 was voted European Car of the Year in 1968 and celebrates its 50th birthday in 2017.Using a revolutionary Wankel rotary engine linked to a three-speed semi-automatic gearbox with an automatic clutch, as a result, making it\u00a0one of the most advanced cars of the 20th century.1964 Jaguar E-Type – Linder-N\u00f6cker LightweightJaguar famously built just 12 lightweight E-Types and here\u2019s one of them.The example set to appear at the London Classic Car Show has been modified to boast a low-drag body design, but it was tragically wrecked just weeks after racing in 1964\u2019s Le Mans.It was feared that what remained of the car was a lost cause, however, after a gruelling 7,000 hour restoration job, the car is looking spiffy again.1991 Mazda MX-5 Mk 1 Le Mans EditionThere are literally millions of MX-5s kicking about the globe so admittedly, there usually isn\u2019t anything that special about the world\u2019s best-selling convertible car.However, only 24 of these special edition MX-5 models were built, commemorating Mazda\u2019s remarkable outright win at Le Mans in 1991.These stick out from the crowd thanks to their BBR Turbo, which helped the 1.6-litre twin-cam petrol engine produce 150bhp – an extra 36bhp than usual. Additionally, the car gets uprated springs and dampers, OZ alloy wheels and power steering.There\u2019s also that distinctive paint job echoing the Le Mans winner.1983 Volkswagen Golf GTIJust like the MX-5, it wouldn\u2019t be a big ask to find a Golf GTI on UK roads, but this will be a pristine first generation example that set the formula for the versatile hot hatch.It was comfortable and spacious enough to cart Granny to the shops, yet super fun to drive, delivering plenty of punch when asked. Many family-sized performanced hatches followed, but the original GTI is still the most iconic hot hatch around.If you want a taste of how 2016\u2019s event went down, check out the video below:Our Sponsor Performance Direct are one of the UK’s leading provider of Classic Car insurance, so if you’re after affordable cover for your classic vehicle, Performance Direct can save you money and time."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Classic Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/classic-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"London Classic Car Show 2017 preview","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/classic-cars\/london-classic-car-show-2017-preview\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]