Classic cars are a time capsule, especially ones that have been restored to how they looked rolling off the factory floor. The 50’s with their tail fins echoing the era of the time – the space race. The larger the fins the more fabulous. The 60’s with the dawn of the muscle car was incredible. Cars are an expression of who we are, for a lot of people it truly is a love affair.
On November 28th through the 30th, the Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Hua Hin was once again the stage where owners showed their love affair with their classic cars. For the 12th year in a row the Centara in Hua Hin organized this colorful and memorable event. This year Monsoon Valley Wines joined in along with Dr. Prachin Eamlumnow, President and CEO of Grand Prix International Co. Ltd, Prachub Khirikhan, Petchaburi, Hua Hin Municipality and with support from a select group of five-star hotels in Hua Hin everyone joined hands to create the largest classic car event in Thailand’s history. Everyone worked together to make this great event a celebration in recognition of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 87th Birthday.
The three-day event has become regarded as one of Thailand’s most colourful events, bringing together the country’s top passionate collectors for a stunning display of forty classic cars. The event featured a fun-filled program of activities and fine dining. Friday evening there was a Great Gatsby styled Gala Dinner at the Venezia for the classic car owner’s and their guests. Saturday’s festivities included a car parade along with an enticing exclusive lunch at the Banyan Golf Course.
On Saturday evening a glamourous “Cocktail Hats and Bowties” themed gala dinner took place around the Colonial Pool of Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Hua Hin with over 360 guests who enjoyed a fantastic night including live jazz music, auctions, a fashion show and the awards ceremony.
The revenue generated from organizing this event after deducted expenses will be donated to the Chaipattana Foundation. Additional donations included 12 bicycles to the Chang Hua Man Royal project, 87 bicycles to underprivileged children in Prachuab Khirikhan and Petchaburi Provinces, and 87 wheelchairs donated to representatives of disabled individuals, the Hua Hin Hospital, Petchaburi Panyanukul, and to the foundation for disabled people in Hua Hin.
Car Awards
Best of the Show
Mr. DEAN Giliard Owner of CORVETTE Sting Ray No. 20
Visitor Choice
Car no. 22 Mr. Michael Schilling Owner of Bmw 635 CSI
Car Participants Choice
Car no. 27 Mr. Yutthiwat Watthatam owner of Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113
Press Choice
Car no. 39 Mr. Vat Lenbury owner of Citroen DS
Popular Vote
Car no. 28 Mr. Veerachai Sriwongthong owner of Mercedes-Benz 190