Classic car enthusiasts attend London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

London to Brighton Veteran Car Run

Veteran Classic car insurance policyholders were out in their hundreds to mark the conclusion of the 2011 London to Brighton Veteran Car Run yesterday (November 7th) as drivers ended their historic journey at the finish line on Brighton's Madeira Drive.

The run, which celebrated the 115th anniversary of the classic car event, was opened by Jutta Benz in an 1880s Benz Patent-Motorwagen.

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Historic Classic Car Legends

Ms Benz, who is the great granddaughter of vehicle engineer Carl Benz, was in attendance to mark the 125th anniversary of the first car.

"It was lovely to see so many people watching and supporting the event. It has been great to be part of the 115th anniversary celebrations" said TV personality Jon Culshaw, who was in attendance at the event. "The only disappointment was not making it to the finish, but I would definitely do it again."

Former Formula One world champion Nigel Mansell headlined the celebrity contingent, with passenger Mike Penning, the parliamentary undersecretary of state for transport, cheered off by crowds at Hyde Park early on Sunday morning and arriving to the Brighton seafront in the early afternoon.

Last year, the event brought £1.1 million to the seaside city's economy, with high numbers of classic car enthusiasts eager to show their support at the 2011 proceedings.

Councillor Anne Meadows, mayor of Brighton and Hove, said: "The Run always brings in so much to the local community and economy. It's a privilege to have all these amazing cars coming to Brighton."

To mark the launch of the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, 300 iconic cars were put on display at the Regent Street Motor Show for the viewing pleasure of attendees visiting from far and wide locations.

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