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The Classic Quarter

This is where the car clubs come home. The Classic Quarter brings together some of Britain's most passionate motoring communities, from the iconic Mini and the legendary Ford Mustang to the much-loved MR2, the rakish Triumph TR and the timeless Porsche 924. Whether you're a devoted enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates a beautiful machine with a story to tell, there's something here to stop you in your tracks.

Browse the displays, meet the owners and hear the stories behind the cars, because every one of them has one. With clubs travelling from across the country (and beyond) to be here, The Classic Quarter is proof that the love of a great car never fades. Pull up a chair, start a conversation and prepare to stay longer than you planned.

EXPLORE OUR RETRO CAR CLUBS

Basingstoke Classic Mini Club

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The Basingstoke Classic Mini Club is a club dedicated to love and experience of the Classic Mini. We're a family club with a range of Minis from all eras of the Classic Mini. We enjoy displaying our and discussing our Minis. We will be displaying early Mk 1 Minis, early Cooper Minis, Mini Countryman, Mini Clubman and customised Mini's like our Spice Girls Mini and Blues Brothers Mini.

CarFest Campers and Cars

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A group of friends that met through displaying our vehicles at CarFest since it first started. They attended different festivals and shows throughout the UK.

Club Calibra

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The ONLY official Vauxhall registered Calibra club & forum, they are the last of a dying breed, passionate about keeping the beloved Calibras alive! Are they crazy? Probably! But are theyfriendly and supportive? Definitely! You'll find all kinds of information, on their Facebook pages web site and Instagram. They are always looking for new and old members to join rejoin we have all ages in the club the more the merrier.

G4 Owners Club

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The club brings together enthusiasts to preserve and use Land Rover G4 Challenge vehicles from the 2003 and 2006 events, along with limited edition G4 models. It offers members access to a dedicated forum, vehicle histories, event archives, technical advice, and sourcing for parts and accessories. Members can also attend shows, events, and access club merchandise. Formed in 2007 as owners connected and shared knowledge, the club has grown into a central hub for G4 enthusiasts. It continues to support owners and promote the legacy of the Land Rover G4 Challenge as a unique part of Land Rover’s history.

Kennet Valley Group – TR Register

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Founded in 1970, the TR Register Car Club has grown into one of the world’s most successful single-marque classic-car clubs. Created by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, the Register brings together owners and admirers of every Triumph TR model from the TR2 to TR8 with related marques such as the Italia, Swallow Doretti, Peerless, Warwick, Dove & Grinnall.

The TR Register is a vibrant, global organisation with 50 UK local groups, representation 40 countries, and a mission that has remained constant to preserve the TR marque, keep the cars on the road, and enhance the enjoyment of ownership for every enthusiast.

Mk1 Golf Owners Club

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The Mk1 Golf Owners Club is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the Volkswagen Mk1 Golf only. They celebrate standard and expertly modified cars, encouraging and helping its members to keep these iconic cars on the road to use now and for future generations.

They still run a dedicated forum for our members where pages upon pages of advice and technical data are available. They support many regions, with dedicated hosts across the country to hold local meets as well as attending a variety of national events across the UK and Ireland.

MR2 Drivers’ Club

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The MR2 Drivers Club started in 1990 so enthusiasts of Toyota MR2s could meet, share knowledge and enjoy their cars together. It works closely with Toyota GB and aims to promote the marque, organise social events and build club spirit. The club welcomes all MR2s, from concours cars to daily drivers and modified projects. It runs events across the UK, including regional meets and major shows like Tatton Park and the NEC Classic. The highlight is the annual National Day in June at Hatton Country World, attracting hundreds of MR2s and other Toyota fans.

Porsche 924 Owners Club

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The Porsche 924 Owners Club brings together enthusiasts of Porsche’s original transaxle sports car. Our members range from long-term owners and restorers to families and first-time classic car fans, united by a shared appreciation for the 924’s design, engineering and history. The club is international, welcoming all variants from early cars to later 924S models. We focus on friendly, inclusive events, technical knowledge-sharing, and keeping these cars on the road and enjoyed as intended.

Range Rover Register

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Range Rover Register is an International Club for Owners and Enthusiast's of the Marque, launched in 1970, this was ground breaking. The first vehicle to be a workhorse in the week and with a quick hose out, family transport at weekends, probably the first SUV. The Register Celebrated 40 years last year, after being formed by a small group in 1985, trying to list Development, Prototype and Pre-production vehicles, hence Register and not 'Club'. The Club has one of only two known development vehicles built by Land Rover, one Saturday morning, and it is driveable, the other is in a museum in Texas.

Simply Mustangs

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A dedicated UK owners' group for the Ford Mustang, with 7600 members and a presence across various social media platforms. We attend over 400 events yearly and have 20 regional monthly meets.

Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club

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The Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club is UK wide club which caters for owners and fans of the Sunbeam Alpine 2 seat sports car, built by manufacturer Rootes Group between 1959 and 1968. The Club was founded in 1977 and has approximately 700 members, mostly in the UK, but we have members from all around the world. We have a strong and interesting website with information about the club and the cars, to attract new members, plus we also have a Facebook presence, both at National and Local lever

The Citroen Car Clubs

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The Citroen Car Club are a group of Citroen enthusiasts with a wide variety of cars ranging from the classic to modern. They have been friends for years and travel regularly across Europe for international events. The cars on display have collectively travelled to the Alps in the depths of winter and been buried in snow, as well as enduring the heat of summer in the mountains of Slovenia.

TVR Car Club

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The club specialises in all models of Nissan GTR,s from late 60,s cars to current day cars, the club is run by founder members with a key emphasise on using the iconic GTR brand and club members enthusiasm for good courses supporting charities and the interaction of the public through socialising and engaging with anyone who expresses an interest and love for the iconic GTR brand.

Volvo Owners Club

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With over 3,000 members, we proudly welcome all Volvo owners and enthusiasts, celebrating every model from the very first ÖV4 Jakob to the latest ES90 and everything in between. Members enjoy six full-colour magazines each year, exclusive discounts including with Volvo dealers, a comprehensive online forum, technical support, competitions, and stunning merchandise. Our packed calendar features national and local rallies, plus regional sections meeting monthly, there truly is something for everyone. We also believe in giving back and are proud to support Legend on the Bench this year.

EXPLORE OUR RETRO CAR CLUBS

Basingstoke Classic Mini Club

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The Basingstoke Classic Mini Club is a club dedicated to love and experience of the Classic Mini. We're a family club with a range of Minis from all eras of the Classic Mini. We enjoy displaying our and discussing our Minis. We will be displaying early Mk 1 Minis, early Cooper Minis, Mini Countryman, Mini Clubman and customised Mini's like our Spice Girls Mini and Blues Brothers Mini.

CarFest Campers and Cars

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A group of friends that met through displaying our vehicles at CarFest since it first started. They attended different festivals and shows throughout the UK.

Club Calibra

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The ONLY official Vauxhall registered Calibra club & forum, they are the last of a dying breed, passionate about keeping the beloved Calibras alive! Are they crazy? Probably! But are theyfriendly and supportive? Definitely! You'll find all kinds of information, on their Facebook pages web site and Instagram. They are always looking for new and old members to join rejoin we have all ages in the club the more the merrier.

G4 Owners Club

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The club brings together enthusiasts to preserve and use Land Rover G4 Challenge vehicles from the 2003 and 2006 events, along with limited edition G4 models. It offers members access to a dedicated forum, vehicle histories, event archives, technical advice, and sourcing for parts and accessories. Members can also attend shows, events, and access club merchandise. Formed in 2007 as owners connected and shared knowledge, the club has grown into a central hub for G4 enthusiasts. It continues to support owners and promote the legacy of the Land Rover G4 Challenge as a unique part of Land Rover’s history.

Kennet Valley Group – TR Register

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Founded in 1970, the TR Register Car Club has grown into one of the world’s most successful single-marque classic-car clubs. Created by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, the Register brings together owners and admirers of every Triumph TR model from the TR2 to TR8 with related marques such as the Italia, Swallow Doretti, Peerless, Warwick, Dove & Grinnall.

The TR Register is a vibrant, global organisation with 50 UK local groups, representation 40 countries, and a mission that has remained constant to preserve the TR marque, keep the cars on the road, and enhance the enjoyment of ownership for every enthusiast.

Mk1 Golf Owners Club

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The Mk1 Golf Owners Club is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the Volkswagen Mk1 Golf only. They celebrate standard and expertly modified cars, encouraging and helping its members to keep these iconic cars on the road to use now and for future generations.

They still run a dedicated forum for our members where pages upon pages of advice and technical data are available. They support many regions, with dedicated hosts across the country to hold local meets as well as attending a variety of national events across the UK and Ireland.

MR2 Drivers’ Club

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The MR2 Drivers Club started in 1990 so enthusiasts of Toyota MR2s could meet, share knowledge and enjoy their cars together. It works closely with Toyota GB and aims to promote the marque, organise social events and build club spirit. The club welcomes all MR2s, from concours cars to daily drivers and modified projects. It runs events across the UK, including regional meets and major shows like Tatton Park and the NEC Classic. The highlight is the annual National Day in June at Hatton Country World, attracting hundreds of MR2s and other Toyota fans.

Porsche 924 Owners Club

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The Porsche 924 Owners Club brings together enthusiasts of Porsche’s original transaxle sports car. Our members range from long-term owners and restorers to families and first-time classic car fans, united by a shared appreciation for the 924’s design, engineering and history. The club is international, welcoming all variants from early cars to later 924S models. We focus on friendly, inclusive events, technical knowledge-sharing, and keeping these cars on the road and enjoyed as intended.

Range Rover Register

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Range Rover Register is an International Club for Owners and Enthusiast's of the Marque, launched in 1970, this was ground breaking. The first vehicle to be a workhorse in the week and with a quick hose out, family transport at weekends, probably the first SUV. The Register Celebrated 40 years last year, after being formed by a small group in 1985, trying to list Development, Prototype and Pre-production vehicles, hence Register and not 'Club'. The Club has one of only two known development vehicles built by Land Rover, one Saturday morning, and it is driveable, the other is in a museum in Texas.

Simply Mustangs

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A dedicated UK owners' group for the Ford Mustang, with 7600 members and a presence across various social media platforms. We attend over 400 events yearly and have 20 regional monthly meets.

Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club

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The Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club is UK wide club which caters for owners and fans of the Sunbeam Alpine 2 seat sports car, built by manufacturer Rootes Group between 1959 and 1968. The Club was founded in 1977 and has approximately 700 members, mostly in the UK, but we have members from all around the world. We have a strong and interesting website with information about the club and the cars, to attract new members, plus we also have a Facebook presence, both at National and Local lever

The Citroen Car Clubs

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The Citroen Car Club are a group of Citroen enthusiasts with a wide variety of cars ranging from the classic to modern. They have been friends for years and travel regularly across Europe for international events. The cars on display have collectively travelled to the Alps in the depths of winter and been buried in snow, as well as enduring the heat of summer in the mountains of Slovenia.

TVR Car Club

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The club specialises in all models of Nissan GTR,s from late 60,s cars to current day cars, the club is run by founder members with a key emphasise on using the iconic GTR brand and club members enthusiasm for good courses supporting charities and the interaction of the public through socialising and engaging with anyone who expresses an interest and love for the iconic GTR brand.

Volvo Owners Club

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With over 3,000 members, we proudly welcome all Volvo owners and enthusiasts, celebrating every model from the very first ÖV4 Jakob to the latest ES90 and everything in between. Members enjoy six full-colour magazines each year, exclusive discounts including with Volvo dealers, a comprehensive online forum, technical support, competitions, and stunning merchandise. Our packed calendar features national and local rallies, plus regional sections meeting monthly, there truly is something for everyone. We also believe in giving back and are proud to support Legend on the Bench this year.

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