Vauxhall shows off its heritage

Open day sees classics from 1903 onwards

By PH Staff / Friday, 15 April 2005 / Loading comments

Vauxhall Velox 1959

Vauxhall Viva 1968

Vauxhall Cavalier Mk.I

Do you chafe for a Chevette? Crave for a Cavalier? Oggle at an Omega? Or just vie for a Viva?

Then you're a Vauxhall fan, and you need to get yourself down to what Vauxhall described as the world’s biggest private collection of classic Vauxhalls.

Throwing its doors open to the public for one day only, and coinciding with the Luton Festival of Transport and 100 years of being based in the town, Vauxhall's annual open day means visitors can view over 50 classic models free of charge.

From the first 1903 Vauxhall through to modern classics such as the Lotus Carlton, Vauxhall's Heritage Collection contains over a century’s worth of classic Vauxhall models, including family favourites from yesteryear such as the PA Cresta, Viva and every generation of Cavalier.

In addition to the impressive collection of classics, visitors will get an opportunity to see some of Vauxhall’s latest models up close, including the hot new Astra VXR, the innovative New Zafira, stylish Astra Sport Hatch and the scorching Monaro VXR.

Where: Heritage Centre, Park Street, Luton

When: Sunday 12 June 2005, 10am to 5pm

How: A free bus service will run throughout the day between Luton Parkway railway station, the Vauxhall Heritage Centre and the Luton Festival of Transport at Stockwood Park.