Italian Exotica: Acres of Italian Automobiles

Three unmissable events for 2008 will showcase the best Italian cars, from Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Maseratis, to Alfas, Fiats, Lancias – plus plenty of rare ‘etceterini’.

Autumn Italian Car Day
Heritage Motor Centre
Gaydon
Sunday September 14th
 
The end of season opportunity for Italian car owners to meet before the winter sets in. Visitors can expect a repeat of last year’s 70 strong Lamborghini turnout as well as Lancia Club Sport who will be coming in convoy from London. The test track will be in operation again for those who want to enjoy a few spirited laps.

The annual Autumn Italian Car Day at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon, will again have a strong Lamborghini element on Sunday 14th September, as the Lamborghini Club UK (LCUK) is holding its ‘Car of the Year Awards’ at the event. LCUK is anticipating that a high number of Lamborghinis will attend, both classic and modern, taking part in a convoy from the hotel hosting the Club’s Annual Dinner on the Saturday night, to arrive at Gaydon during the morning of Sunday, 14th September. A number of trophies will be awarded by LCUK for the best pre-1991 and best post-1991 Lamborghinis, the best V8-engined model (including Urraco, Silhouette and Jalpa), the best Gallardo, the furthest-travelled and the most well-used cars.

Lancia Club Sport will be arriving in convoy as part of its own two-day event. Its previous London to Brighton Run, which attracted 150 Lancias, moves to Middle England in the form of a touring rally round the Cotswolds and ending at Gaydon.

An outstanding display of Lamborghinis and Lancias is just one part of the attraction, however. Enthusiasts, club members and owners of any Italian car – whether classic or modern, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Maserati or other Italian marque – are invited to join the gathering at Gaydon for a last opportunity to blow the cobwebs away before winter sets in. In addition to the extensive display of Italian cars, there will be plenty of other activities to enjoy... Visit the Heritage Trust Collection, take a ride on the demanding off-road course or enjoy family karting fun. A main attraction is the chance to drive on Aston Martin’s Motor Research Test Track. Last year, Italian car owners experienced high-speed pace car runs on the superb 3.5-mile circuit.

The Heritage Motor Centre is near Junction 12 on the M40.

TEST TRACK DRIVING OPPORTUNITY
Pre-book your track driving session on the fabulous Motor Research Test Track facility for only £20*. Spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Call Frank Archer on Tel: 0208 655 6400.

*£30 on the day – space permitting.

For trade enquiries call Frank Archer Tel: 0208 655 6400 or e-mail:

For pre-booking visit:
www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

Gates open at 09.30.

For further information contact Phil Ward.

Phil Ward
Tel: +44 (0)1462 678205
Mobile: +44 (0)7870 563657
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Also see our Events Gallery for images of past events!