Concours d’Elegance entries swell ahead of September event

This year’s Concours d’Elegance event scheduled for September at the Nairobi Racecourse has already attracted eye-catching entries with the number heading for the 60 mark.

Among the latest additions to the list is the fine 1984 Mercedes Benz 230E coupe of classic enthusiast Gary Farrant while the most unusual carentry is Sachit Shah’s 1967 Haflinger.

In addition, there will be 28 motor trade stands in Auto Expo which enable the motor industry to showcase their new line of vehicles and products to the motorists. There will also be a sale of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles. Another attraction will be the Heritage Collection stand which offers a display of old equipment and machinery including old steam engines.

The event which has been held on Kenyan soil by the Alfa Romeo Owners Club for 49 years gives competitors the chance to showcase their treasured machines to the enthusiastic crowd and they have a chance to win overall awards and prizes for the 20 classes catering for all makes and types of cars, pickups, SUVs and motorcycles.