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18 hours ago
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June 14: Oxbow Fire Department Classic Car Show
Oxbow Fire Department 9th Annual & Dave Benson 3rd Annual Classic Car Show will be held on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Oxbow Park on Main Street No fee for cars, 'If it is old or different, bring it down! We will be proud to show it!' Awards will be given for different categories of cars and tractors. There will also be live music. Food, including hot dogs, hamburgers and sausages, will be sold and chicken BBQ will start being served at noon. All proceeds benefit the Oxbow Fire Department. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-06-2025
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Event on promenade drew nearly 200 vintage vehicles
A crisp Easter Sunday on April 21st, 2003, saw Bournemouth's West Cliff Promenade buzzing with an energy that defied the low mercury. The reason for this warmth was the much-anticipated first 'Classic Cars On The Prom' of the season, a free, informal gathering that drew an impressive assembly of nearly 200 vintage vehicles, all registered before August 1983. This remarkable turnout, just three shy of a coveted 200-car milestone, marked the second-largest congregation in the event's three-year history. The promenade transformed into a vibrant timeline of motoring history, with gleaming chrome and polished paintwork stretching along the seafront. A significant portion of the attendees, 79 to be exact, were newcomers to the event, hailing from various locations across the southern counties, all eager to share their passion and showcase their prized possessions. This influx of fresh faces and their equally cherished machines underscored the growing appeal of the gathering, fostering a lively atmosphere of shared enthusiasm and admiration. Among the attendees was a stately 1938 Bentley 4.5 litre Le Mans Tourer. This magnificent machine, a symbol of pre-war British engineering prowess, undertook a considerable journey from Chelmsford in Essex, making it the vehicle that had travelled the furthest to grace the event. With its classic lines and powerful presence, the Bentley turned many heads, its journey a reflection of the dedication of its owner and the allure of the Bournemouth meet. However, the honour of the earliest registered vehicle present on that chilly April day went to a 1925 Morris Cowley Bullnose. This automobile, a true icon of early 20th-century motoring, made the shorter, yet no less significant, trip from nearby Christchurch. Its distinctive rounded radiator and period features offered a delightful contrast to the later models, providing a tangible link to the pioneering days of popular motoring and completing a truly captivating spectacle for all who attended. The collective presence of these and many other classic vehicles made sure that, despite the brisk coastal air, a palpable warmth and excitement enveloped the Bournemouth seafront.
