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Brian’s Allegro is not just in super condition but it has also been a recent television star. You might have seen it on Channel 4’s The Curse. It’s been owned by Brian for almost five years, and he sa ... -
David is no stranger to MX-5 ownership, and bought this one back in January 2021. In fact, he saved this rare R-Limited model from being scrapped and after a lot of hard work the result is a stunning ... -
The owner has had this wonderful example for seventeen years, and it’s certainly been cherished in that time. What makes it stand out is the originality, with just a change of wheels and stereo system ... -
How do you celebrate the fortieth anniversary of such an iconic car? By making a small number of very desirable examples, and this car is one of the 250 that were destined for the UK market. Looking t ... -
Launched in 1988, just 505 of these hot hatchbacks were made, and thanks to a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine producing 150bhp there was no shortage of performance. This example has needed plenty of wor ... -
The Bluebird name dates back more than sixty years, but the car you see here is from the generation that was built at Nissan’s Sunderland factory. In fact, it was the first model to be made there and ... -
There were plenty of coupes to choose from in the 1990s, and while this wasn’t the Capri replacement that enthusiasts really wanted there was plenty to like about this sleek-looking Ford. This version ... -
Irfan is no stranger to these cars, having previously owned a 318 model, but when a cousin suggested he needed a more powerful version he wasted no time in beginning the search. He found this one on a ... -
These mid-engined cars are both rare and very desirable, and there’s a good reason why they have such a strong following amongst enthusiasts. This one looks stunning, but it certainly didn’t look this ... -
The MG Midget is a hugely popular classic, and with affordable prices and a fun driving experience it’s easy to see why. ‘Round wheel arch’ models like this one arrived in 1972 and it’s the owner’s fi ... -
First registered sixty years ago, this E-Type was exported to Singapore where it was raced in a number of events. Returning to the UK in 2004 it then underwent a nut-and-bolt restoration that included ... -
A truly stunning example of this desirable Ford, it’s been with its proud owner for some fifteen years. A careful restoration of the bodywork and mechanicals has been undertaken, with a focus on origi ... -
A classic Ferrari is a car many enthusiasts dream of, and this one was bought by the owner in 2020. It had already undergone a huge amount of work that included a rebuild of the engine, brakes and sus ... -
The XR3 has plenty of fans but this rare example is a bit more special than most. Featuring a period turbocharger kit alongside uprated suspension, it has been restored by its owner to an incredibly h ... -
Starting out as 1.3XL, a thorough restoration and an upgrade to a modern Zetec engine has resulted in a very special Escort. But rather more unusual is that the owner discovered that it had once belon ... -
The Capri is a hugely popular classic, and this one began life as a 1.6 Laser before being transformed into something rather more eye-catching. Extensively restored, the owner fitted a 200bhp Cosworth ... -
These proud owners bought their Mustang early last year, online from Las Vegas. They couldn’t have been happier when it finally arrived in the UK, discovering that it was in original, unrestored condi ... -
This fine British classic boasts a fascinating history, and after buying the car in 2010, Brian embarked on a seven-year search for parts. Restoration took a further two years, and the results of all ... -
Going by the name of ‘Daisy Mae’ this cracking MG looks great on the outside, but it’s pretty special under the bonnet, too. Upgrades include an uprated cylinder head and racier camshaft, so it perfor ...
How to enter
Vehicles manufactured before 31 December 2000 were invited to enter into the Pride of Ownership competitions for consideration.
Entries for this year's competition are now closed, please keep your eyes peeled for next year.
The full Terms & Conditions are available on our T&Cs page.
Competition Rules
Unlike other competitions, this is not a concours event. Whilst the standard of the car is still paramount, it’s the story the owner and the car have shared that will be taken into consideration when deciding who makes it onto the final centrepiece display. Modified and replica cars will be considered alongside their original counterparts.
A vehicle can only be entered once in a three-year period for the physical competition. Any online versions are open to previous entrants and finalists. An owner can enter one vehicle per year but it must be a different one each year.
Clarion Events will not contribute to any transportation or accommodation costs for entrants.
The competition is presented in the spirit of like-minded enthusiasts coming together to celebrate their vehicles. Entrants are asked to keep this in mind when submitting their application.
Voting
Visitors can vote for their favourite car having had chance to not only inspect the cars at close proximity but also chat to the owners and hear their stories.
While the owners can engage and campaign with other entrants and visitors, any form of intimidation, cheating, derogatory remarks or bad mouthing is not tolerated and those involved will be disqualified and asked to leave.
Votes must be completed at the event within the competition display area. Votes will be counted and verified by Clarion Events Ltd and the organiser's decision is final.
The car with the most visitor votes wins with trophies awarded for first, second and third place. The first place winner will be invited to display their car at the next edition of the show.
Andrew Evanson, Senior Operations Manager of Lancaster Insurance, sponsors of the Pride of Ownership, said: “This competition is an integral part of the show and a real highlight of the weekend for many visitors. There have been some outstanding winners and participants over the years and we know there’s still some real gems out there waiting for their time to shine."
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