About the National Classic Car Awards

by Alison Judge 
Club Coordinator for and on behalf of Clarion Events Ltd

Presented in association with Tourism Ireland, supported by Classic Car Weekly and endorsed by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs, the National Car Club Awards 2018 will be taking place at the NEC on Saturday 24 March alongside the Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show, with Discovery.
 
I wanted to remind you that six of the 18 awards categories presented on the night will be recognising the efforts that clubs have put into their displays at PCCC&RS! 
 
Our expert panel of judges, including Danny Hopkins from Practical Classic Magazine, David Simister from Classic Car Weekly and David Whale from the FBHVC, will tour the club displays on the Friday of the Show to judge the winners of the Cherished Car & Car Club Display awards:

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At Show Awards

What will the judges be looking for?

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• BEST CAR AT SHOW – sponsored by Classic Car Auctions

The Judges will be looking out for the most inspiring example at the show – which beauty will catch their eye?

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• ​BEST STAND & CAR CLUB DISPLAY (UNDER 80 sqm) – sponsored by Practical Classics
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• BEST STAND & CAR CLUB DISPLAY (OVER 80 sqm)

– sponsored by Footman James

These awards will be given to the clubs with the most welcoming stands which encourage visitors to take a closer look at an attractive and eye-catching vehicle display. 

​The Judges will be looking for an open and accessible stand design encouraging visitors to come and explore the cars on display. They will be looking for: a stylish presentation; clear and compelling messaging and information; an interesting, well-presented restoration or servicing demonstration or display; and stand staff engaging visitors in conversation or interactive activity.

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• BEST LIVE WORKING ON VEHICLES AT SHOW – sponsored by Meguiar’s

Judges will be observing the difficulty and scale of the work being undertaken on a vehicle in the live exhibition environment; the variety of skills on display; and how successful the club is at engaging and educating visitors.

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• BEST LIVE DEMONSTRATION ON A CAR CLUB STAND AT SHOW – sponsored by Carole Nash

*NEW AWARD* Judges will be looking for the best presentation of a smaller scale skill, demonstration or maintenance technique offering successful visitor interaction and education.

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• BEST RESTORED CAR AT SHOW – sponsored by Practical Classics

The Judges will be looking for an outstanding example of workmanship and authenticity presented alongside its restoration story showing the ‘before and after’ achievement. ​

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The NCCCA Dinner & Presentation

Two representatives from each of the winning club stands will be invited to attend the awards dinner & ceremony from 6.15pm - 11pm in The Concourse Suite at the NEC.  Winners will be informed by show open on Saturday.  Good luck!
 
If you would like to find out about the other award categories being presented on the night or which clubs have been shortlisted for them this year, visit the NCCA website: https://www.necrestorationshow.com/awards/awards-shortlist