By Ewen McRae
Car lovers of the west, start your engines – the Myrniong Historic Car Sprint is back for another year.
As part of the event, vintage cars from the 1920s up to the mid-’70s will be displayed, with many racing the clock along an 850-metre stretch of Korobeit Road on April 14.
Steve Pike, who has been restoring cars for years, said the sprint was always a highlight.
“It’s always a fantastic day out, not just for the racers or those showing their cars, but also for families,” Mr Pike said. “There’s production cars and sports cars – and they’re broken up into the different classes and you race the clock along the track.
“I think the best time is around 26 seconds, but most people just want to beat their personal bests.”
Along with all the automotive entertainment, there will food and activities for the family.
The event raises funds for the maintenance of Myrniong Hall.
“There’s normally about 100 entries, and then probably 200 to 300 people coming down, so it’s a big day for the Myrniong community,” Mr Pike said.
“A lot of sponsors in the community have contributed towards trophies and vouchers for the various categories, so it will a good fun day out.”
Entry costs $10, children free.
