Despite some “interesting” weather, this year’s Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show was a smash hit.
Sweltering heat on Saturday and heavy rain on Sunday didn’t dent the enthusiasm of the crowd, with approximately 2000 people turning out to join in the fun.
Young and old alike enjoyed the variety of displays and entertainment on offer at the Geelong Showgrounds, from vintage trucks, tractors, cars and machinery to cannon firings, military re-enactments and more.
Event organiser Angela Reynolds tells Deals on Wheels that the team were delighted with how the show went, with over 100 trucks rolling in.
“We were blown away by the number of trucks that came through and everyone had a great time,” she says.
“The Historical Commercial Vehicle Club and the American Truck Historical Society were there, and the ATHS held their meeting during the event, which is the first time they’ve done that.
“We’re grateful to everyone who made the journey despite the heat and the rain.”
Angela said the show is “not about competition”, so there were no awards handed out.
However, there were a few special trucks that stood out from the crowd – like Peter Wiffen’s “immaculate” nut and bolt resto of a Ford 9000 and Robbie Rose’s stunning LTL 9000.
The popular Skidmore family also brought along two road trains with smaller trucks and tractors.
“That was an impressive display, not just at the show but even to see on the road on the way to the showgrounds,” said Angela.
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Angela is looking forward to coming back next year for another ripper event.
“We’ve been running every year since 2014, apart from during Covid, and it’s great to see that after 11 years we’re still getting a really strong turnout and support from the trucking community,” she said.
“These events are an important opportunity for people to come and catch up with their friends and other exhibitors, whether it’s trucks or tractors or machinery.
“We can’t wait to come back in 2026!”