Vampire braves sunny day at ‘Motoring Mad’ car rally

Looks may be deceiving, as the old drifter and racer named ‘Relic’ might not win any awards for polish — but has left hundreds of cars in its wake. PHOTOS: GERRIT DOPPENBERG

A "great selection" of cars were out and about on Sunday’s sunny afternoon at the "Motoring Mad" car rally at Tulloch Park in Mataura — including a 1967 VK Vampire.

A few souped up vintages, shined up and looking fantastic at Motoring Mad in Mataura on Sunday.

Tuned-up vintage vehicles, finely-crafted racers and many more were on display.

What’s the point of a show without a bit of muscle — this Dodge Challenger turned many heads with its distinctive look.

Hundreds of people came out to the rally, wandering through, setting up shop, and chatting with car enthusiasts.

Among the cars on display at the "Motoring Mad" event in Mataura on Sunday was this 1967 VK Vampire — a New Zealand-designed sports car.

Mrs Clearwater said organisers had no idea of the number of people who turned up, but said the scout group gave a massive thanks for another year of support for the rally and the youth organisation.