Report on VVCC Car Show
The day of our car show dawned bright and clear - the Lord had blessed us with a perfect day! The good weather resulted in record numbers of spectators turning up for the show.
As always the big light cars were the main attraction and believe it or not, we had 14 Model T Fords and 18 Model A's on show.
The Volvo Club from Johannesburg had their 10th annual run to our show and, as usual, had a very large turnout with nearly 40 Volvo's joining us. To celebrate this event we had a wonderful evening at the clubhouse with one of our local churches serving the most delicious meal of curry and rice.
The show was very well supported by other car clubs as well as individuals coming from all over the country. Herman Nel came all the way from Nelspruit with his Model T. A wonderful array of classics was on display with some really nicely turned out cars. The local dealers put on a great show with John Deere pulling out all the stops.
Our tractor collectors can also really be proud of the wonderful collection that had all the older farmers in ecstasy as they called back their past. This was well supported by the "doef-doef" engines with Johan Horn and Coen Labuschagne coming all the way from Pongola to display their magnificent machines.
A new attraction at the show this year was the music tent with artists entertaining the crowds who thoroughly enjoyed the music and the tent was packed out for most of the day. Nico Van Wyk brought his little train and spoiled the children by giving them rides around the show at no cost. We were fortunate to have the accomplished photographer, Rene Herrmann, taking photos of all the beautiful old cars and she has also made a video which is on sale to members at a reasonable cost. As usual the church handled the catering and John Kitching was on duty to do the announcements and providing the background music.
After lunch, the car parade drew a large crowd who really enjoyed listening to the stories about each car. The standard of restoration was cheered with loud applause and it was agreed that this was a great idea.
So after the show, all those who still had the energy, attended the after-show party at the clubhouse, ending of a perfect weekend.
Submitted by Harry Heyns
10th Volvo Walk to Vryheid - June 2017
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My 10th Volvo Walk to Vryheid kicked off on Friday the 9th, guys from Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Freestate and KZN set off to attend the VVVCC motor show on Saturday.
Those from Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounds gathered at the Total Petroport on the N3 between Alberton and Heidelberg. At 11h00 headed off to Standerton where we had a Pitstop at the Schmitt House and were treated to homemade soup, bread, pate, coffee and biscuits - delicious!, sorry for those who gave the pitstop a miss. Next off Volksrust, we encountered five "Stop n Go's", call them "Chillouts", at least there are no stones flying from oncoming traffic. The drive through Majuba is always a pleasure, arrived in Vryheid after 16h00 giving us enough time to peg out the Volvo Walk stand at the field.
On Friday evening we were all treated to a very affordable meal at the Vryheid Vintage Car Club's clubhouse. WOW! The tables were decorated commemorating the 10th Volvo Walk to Vryheid. I think I have to thank Alfie Ball and Co for that, you guys excelled yourselves - THANK YOU.
On Saturday at the Volvo Walk to Vryheid stand 32 Volvo's surrounded 10 foreign participants (Datsuns, Morris Minor's, Renault, Austin Healey), our plan was that at 12h00 we torch them, however they turned out to be a lekka bunch of guys so we spared them the misery and enjoyed the banter. After taking photos, having them printed, mounting them, presenting them together with a medal and a coffee cup I then sat down and had a beer.
Saturday evening back to the clubhouse to watch the rugby and tuck into a dinner deluxe sponsored by VVCC.
Thank you to all that made it possible - Andre
Submitted by Andre de Haan
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Presenting the Annual Car Show - 10 June 2017
An invitation to all to attend a Car Show to remember!
We are hosting our Annual Car Show on 10 June 2017. This is one of the LARGEST vintage car shows in Northern KwaZulu Natal. Last year there were more than 300 cars on display. For photos of our previous shows please check out this website.
All vintage/classic-, hotrod-, tractor-, stationary engines-, and motorcycle clubs and owners are hereby cordially invited to display their vehicles and machines, free of charge. New car and motorcycle dealers are all welcome to display their latest models.
Let us use this opportunity to showcase our heritage vehicles to the public and especially to our youth of today.
VENUE: LUCAS MEYER SCHOOL RUGBY FIELD, VRYHEID.
Corner of High and South Streets, Vryheid.
Entrance gates will open at 07h00.
Entrance fee for the public: Adults R25. Under 18's R15. Under 3 and exhibitors free.
Spitbraai, Tea and Coffee, Foodstalls, Jumping Castle, Lucky Draws.
Country show with Billy Forest, Clive Bruce, Jody Wayne and Dalene Genis.
Bring the whole family and enjoy the day with us, This is a show not to be missed.
Donations will be made to Hospice and The Old Age Home.
You are welcome to display or tell us the history and restoration process of your vehicle/machine (ie before and after photos, etc)
We appreciate your support and we look forward to welcoming you in Vryheid.
For further information please contact the following:
Kobus Botha (Chairman) Cell: 082 807 0747 e-mail: kobusb10@absamail.co.za
Harvie Van Heerden Cell: 082 823 8539 e-mail: harvie@dalesvanheerden.co.za
All exhibitors are invited to a get-together at our clubhouse on Saturday night after the show. Please RSVP to Harvie Van Heerden: e-mail: harvie@dalesvanheerden.co.za as soon as possible but not later than 2 June 2017 to ease the planning of the catering.
In order to secure a booking for a special vehicle, club or other stand, please advise Dieter Oltmann Cell: 082 496 3518, e-mail: droltmann@gmail.com or Harvie Van Heerden by 2 June 2017.
A list of B&B's is available on Vryheid website: www.vryheid.co.za or contact Lucas Meyer School for hostel accommodation.
We are hosting our Annual Car Show on 10 June 2017. This is one of the LARGEST vintage car shows in Northern KwaZulu Natal. Last year there were more than 300 cars on display. For photos of our previous shows please check out this website.
All vintage/classic-, hotrod-, tractor-, stationary engines-, and motorcycle clubs and owners are hereby cordially invited to display their vehicles and machines, free of charge. New car and motorcycle dealers are all welcome to display their latest models.
Let us use this opportunity to showcase our heritage vehicles to the public and especially to our youth of today.
VENUE: LUCAS MEYER SCHOOL RUGBY FIELD, VRYHEID.
Corner of High and South Streets, Vryheid.
Entrance gates will open at 07h00.
Entrance fee for the public: Adults R25. Under 18's R15. Under 3 and exhibitors free.
Spitbraai, Tea and Coffee, Foodstalls, Jumping Castle, Lucky Draws.
Country show with Billy Forest, Clive Bruce, Jody Wayne and Dalene Genis.
Bring the whole family and enjoy the day with us, This is a show not to be missed.
Donations will be made to Hospice and The Old Age Home.
You are welcome to display or tell us the history and restoration process of your vehicle/machine (ie before and after photos, etc)
We appreciate your support and we look forward to welcoming you in Vryheid.
For further information please contact the following:
Kobus Botha (Chairman) Cell: 082 807 0747 e-mail: kobusb10@absamail.co.za
Harvie Van Heerden Cell: 082 823 8539 e-mail: harvie@dalesvanheerden.co.za
All exhibitors are invited to a get-together at our clubhouse on Saturday night after the show. Please RSVP to Harvie Van Heerden: e-mail: harvie@dalesvanheerden.co.za as soon as possible but not later than 2 June 2017 to ease the planning of the catering.
In order to secure a booking for a special vehicle, club or other stand, please advise Dieter Oltmann Cell: 082 496 3518, e-mail: droltmann@gmail.com or Harvie Van Heerden by 2 June 2017.
A list of B&B's is available on Vryheid website: www.vryheid.co.za or contact Lucas Meyer School for hostel accommodation.
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