Rear view AC Bluebird Aceca VPL441 on the JSW stand at 2019 Techno Classica Car Show in Essen
Reflecting on the Classic Car Show in Essen

Reflecting on the recent Classic Car Show in Essen I’m still excited and amazed at how well the little AC Bluebird was received in Germany. It was an enormous exhibition of all types of vehicles on display, including some very expensive Mercedes and even more expensive Bugattis.

I almost bought a Lamborghini tractor, but it was already sold!

Lamborghini Tractor at 2019 Techno Classica Car Show in Essen

But I’m still tempted by the little two seater Siata. A one-off racing car designed and built in the 1930s to win the land speed record for a 500cc engine. This little car has a wonderful history that is well recorded in books and photographs. Still very tempted, for the right price!

Two seater Siata at 2019 Techno Classica Car Show in Essen

During the Show the JSW team were brilliant at looking after the AC and keeping me supplied with coffee and biscuits.

Front view AC Bluebird Aceca VPL441 on the JSW stand at 2019 Techno Classica Car Show in Essen

Front view AC Bluebird Aceca VPL441 on the JSW stand with a couple of Alfas in shot at 2019 Techno Classica Car Show in Essen

The car is now back in the workshop being prepared for the Mille Miglia. The countdown begins.

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