One of the premier events on the motorcycle calendar went off with a bang at the weekend, as enthusiasts poured in to Staffordshire County Showground to see star guests, stunning bike restorations and a record-breaking Bonhams sale.
Organisers said thousands came through the gates across 17/18 October to the Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, exploring the hundreds of trade and autojumble stands packed into every corner of the venue.
TT legend John McGuinness, pictured here with a young fan, took to the stage to share tales from his incredible career, interviewed in front of huge crowds by fellow road-racer Steve Plater.
As reported on the BDN website this morning, proceedings came to a close on both Saturday and Sunday in the Bonhams auction hall, with the two weekend sales generating a European record of £3.6 million.
Four-time Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel was also spotted in the auction hall for Saturday’s sale.
Exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: “Across all areas, this has to go down as one of the most successful Stafford shows ever. A record-breaking auction and increased attendance figures certainly demonstrate that.
“Most important, though, our exhibitors and showgoers gave us fantastic feedback and are going home happy.”
Classic Bike Shows returns to Stafford with the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show in April. The Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show is set once again for next October. More information can be found at classicbikeshows.com