On Saturday, November 29th, you’ll turn on the ignition key of your classic car. The engine will cough briefly and then come to life with a robust, deep rumble. A sound that gives you such comfort and feeling of power, that you can drive along melancholy country roads this Saturday (!). The highlight is a special visit to ER Classics in Waalwijk, a paradise for every vintage and modern classic car enthusiast!
What makes a visit to ER Classics special?
As soon as you step through the door, you’ll be immersed in a world of gleaming chrome and polished paint. Here’s what makes it all so special:
Showroom: Expect an impressive collection of more than 300 classic cars under one roof. From iconic English sports cars like MGBs and Jaguars to elegant Italian beauties and solid German classics. Each car is perfectly displayed.
The stories: You can admire the cars up close and hear stories about their restoration and provenance. It’s a chance to see what cars are currently for sale, from rare masterpieces to more accessible enthusiasts.
Workshop: If you ask on-site, you can take a look inside the specialized workshop. You’ll see the passion and craftsmanship with which the classics are maintained, restored, and prepared for the road. You’ll feel the artisanal love for classic mechanics.
It’s therefore the perfect opportunity to chat with your GCCC friends about your shared passion while enjoying a hot cup of coffee or tea and a Brabant sausage roll (provided by ER Classics), surrounded by stunning classics. This is where the nostalgia of driving and the love of technology converge!
What else can you expect?
After the visit to ER Classics, we’ll continue our autumn drive. The low November sun will cast long shadows and a soft, golden glow on the wet asphalt. Not a problem at all, because you’ll be snug and cozy in your classic car, alone or with your partner or other companion. Through the slightly misted windows, you see the beautiful Brabant fields slowly entering their winter dormancy. You hear the wind whistle against the bodywork and the rhythmic hum of the tires on the road.
The heater in your car might be a bit lukewarm, but the feeling of the road is more direct, more genuine. You are at one with your classic car and the passing landscape. Your car almost forces you to slow down, so you don’t miss a thing. You see old farmhouses, plumes of smoke from chimneys, and feel the nostalgia of times gone by, as if you’re driving through an old movie. You don’t want to miss this cozy experience, do you?
What time are you expected?
We are expected at 1:00 PM at a restaurant in Elshout, Brabant, and will be welcomed with coffee/tea and apple pie.
At 2:00 PM, we leave for the first part of the journey. This is a short but scenic drive to ER Classics in Waalwijk. At 2:30 PM, you’ll be treated to a feast for the eyes with all the current classic cars on offer; each one more beautiful and interesting than the last! At 4:00 PM, we’ll continue the tour and expect to be back at 5:00 PM for a friendly drink. At 6:00 PM, we’ll be enjoying a delicious dinner!
What does it cost?
Participation fee is € 9 per person for members and € 12 per person for guests.
The three-course dinner is € 37 per person.
What does dinner consist of?
Starter
Tomato soup or onion soup
Main course
Paradise schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice. For schnitzel, you can choose from:
- Elshout schnitzel with bacon, onion, and mushrooms
- Mexican schnitzel with nachos, cheese, guacamole, and crème fraîche
- French schnitzel with brie and honey
- Mushroom schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice
- Gypsy schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice
- Stroganoff schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice
- Satay schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice
- Turkey schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice (Note: This is an additional €5.50)
- Vegetarian schnitzel with garnish and sauce of your choice.
On the registration form, you can choose between schnitzel, turkey schnitzel, or vegetarian schnitzel. If you choose the regular schnitzel, you can specify which type you prefer on the spot.
Dessert
Ice cream with or without whipped cream or fruit.
If you don’t want ice cream, coffee/tea is available.
Are dogs allowed?
Our four-legged friends are welcome at the restaurant, provided they are well-behaved and on a leash.
You can register until Saturday, November 22nd, via the registration page.
When registering, you can also indicate whether you want to ride with someone or if someone can ride with you. If you choose this option, you’ll agree that your contact information will be shared with other solo riders or drivers so you can arrange to ride together in advance.
Disclaimer
The GCCC excludes all liability for damages of any kind. Damage to your own vehicle and/or damage to (the property of) participants and/or third parties is your responsibility or the responsibility of your insurer.
An insurer may consider a ride with a route description a competition, in which case the policy conditions do not apply. This varies per insurance policy/insurer, so please check your policy carefully!
Photos and videos will also be taken during the ride. If you do not wish this to happen, you are responsible for this yourself by kindly asking the photographer or videographer not to film you or your car (license plate). Photos and videos are generally shared on the personal Facebook and Instagram pages of individual participants and the GCCC Facebook page.