Last weekend I went to the show Classics in Cardiff held, funnily enough, in Cardiff. What are the chances?
It was quite a big show, probably the biggest in the area, and around 600 various classics were on display. Here are photos of some highlights for your pleasure.
Where better to start than the Capris?
A 2 litre V4 Mk1 GT XLR in tawny dark gold.
Gorgeous 1.6 Mk1.
A 1600GT XL in red.
Wonderfully original condition 2.0GL.
And a modified 2.0 Laser.
And this one was there...
A pair of immaculate XR2s. I think I prefer the red to the white, but ask me again tomorrow and I may have changed my mind. Again!
A well presented (I sound like an estate agent!) Sapphire Cosworth.
This XR4i was nice to see.
This is something a little different. A Mk2 Granada 3.0 GLE with an Essex fitted. It was a model for the South African market, and the owner has had it from new.
Mk3 XR3i. As you can see, not in perfect condition, but nice to see as they are getting scarce.
This 1.3L in amazing condition also deserves a mention.
I loved the colour of this RS2000.
And this yellow Mk2 Mexico.
This rally prepared Escort had the Honda VTEC that seems to be a popular conversion with the rally boys.
A couple of earlier RS2000s. How much are these worth nowadays?
Series 1 RS Turbo. I'm not keen on the rally wheels though.
It was great to see this Astra GTE, although this was an 8v, not the 16v.
Oh look, a 5 GT Turbo. This one was in stunning condition.
As was this 205 GTi 1.9.
Lancia Delta Integrale.
A classic car show wouldn't be complete without an E-type or two. It's still a beautiful car, even after all these years.
On the subject of classic Jags, the XK140 also is very elegant.
A pair of Aston Martins, a V8 Vantage and a DB5.
Talbot Lotus Sunbeam. I really like these.
Timeless understated style. Not like the ostentatious stuff they produce nowadays.
More classic style with this Daimler Sovereign.
Limited edition Bentley Mulsanne Turbo RT.
Mercedes 300SL.
A pair of beautiful classic Lancias. A Fulvia...
And this 2000 GTV.
I haven't seen a decent 126 for a long time.
Bright green BMW Isetta.
Rover 75. Totally factory standard, from what I could tell....
I had to put in this photo of a Mk1 MR2, as it's a beauty.
However, I wasn't a fan of this MR2 Roadster with Porsche Carrera lookey-likey bodykit.
Gorgeous fastback Mustang.
I haven't seen one of these before, it's a Chrysler SSR pick up.
I like the Trans-Am, especially with the iconic hood emblem.
Plymouth Road Runner.
Corvette C3.
I must confess to really liking the 80's Camaro.
Custom Ford Model A.
1950's Chevrolet Bel Air.
Buick Skylark.
Celica GT-Four rally car.
Another rally car, a mid-engine Renault 5 Turbo 2.
I'm a fan of the Esprit, especially if it's the V8.
A pair of rats. A Lexus and a Mad-Max style Pontiac. The sign says "Hands off or lose them" Needless to say, I didn't feel the need to touch!
A show in Wales wouldn't be complete without a Gilbern.
Rob (Freelanderfan) was at the show with his son Corey's Mini.
Timewarp classic, a Maestro 1.3L.
Honda Goldwing trike.
The battery cover on this Fiesta caught my eye.
That's all for now, I hope that you enjoyed looking through the photos.
Andrew.
Although it looks like the weather was up and down 
And plenty of Hot Hatches bringing back memories 
