Collectable vehicle movement future-focussed
Melbourne’s full of great events this time of year. But if, like me, you really love special vehicles, then nothing beats Motorclassica.
Held from 11-13 October at the Royal Exhibition Building, Motorclassica is a world-class smorgasbord of the world’s most desirable and collectable cars and motorcycles.
This year celebrates 100 years of Bentley, Citroen and Alvis, and 60 years of Mini.
After lusting after gorgeous examples from these famous marques, be sure to pop upstairs to see the always-amazing collection of classic motorcycles from famous names like BSA, Harley-Davidson and BMW.
Returning to Motorclassica this year is Live Restoration Theatre presented by VACC member, Maskell’s Customs & Classics from Shepparton.
This business, and others like it, are at the heart of the classic and collectable vehicle movement.
But we need more of them.
People from the classic car world tell me they’re concerned about the dwindling numbers of specialised tradespeople who can maintain and repair their vehicles, people with specialised skills in coachbuilding, radiator repair, trimming and mechanical work.
To help, Motorclassica is running FutureLab with hundreds of high school students being exposed to rare trades.
Top marks to the organisers for seeing the big picture and doing something positive for the movement.
Skilling the next generation of auto workers touches every motorist in the country, not just collectors of older, specialised vehicles.
There are currently 35,000 unfilled automotive jobs across Australia. If we don’t close that gap motorists may find it increasingly difficult getting timely vehicle repairs.
Words: VACC CEO, Geoff Gwilym. As featured in the Herald Sun 11 October 2019.
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