South Africa's premier classic motoring event.
The roar of classic engines echoed across Zwartkops Raceway on Sunday, 2 August, as thousands of motoring enthusiasts attended the 44th annual Cars in the Park.
Widely regarded as South Africa’s largest classic motoring gathering, Cars in the Park 2026 featured more than 2 500 vehicles.
More than 100 motoring clubs and private collectors proudly displayed their prized machines.
The displays included meticulously restored pre-war automobiles, iconic muscle cars and timeless British roadsters.
Visitors also admired many much-loved South African classics.
The event transformed Zwartkops Raceway, west of Pretoria, into a living museum of automotive history.
It celebrated decades of engineering, design and craftsmanship.
Owners spent the day sharing stories behind their vehicles. Visitors admired rare models, snapped photographs and relived motoring memories.
Cars in the Park also featured a bustling market area. Visitors browsed automotive memorabilia, model cars and collectables.
Food vendors and family-friendly entertainment added to the festive atmosphere.
The annual event remains a highlight on South Africa’s motoring calendar. It attracts enthusiasts from across the country each year.
Visitors admired childhood dream cars and reconnected with automotive history. Others simply enjoyed a day surrounded by beautifully maintained classics.
Cars in the Park 2026 once again delivered an unforgettable experience for enthusiasts of all ages.
Watch the video above and browse the picture gallery. Discover some of the standout vehicles and memorable moments from this year’s spectacular gathering.
A Ford rat-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A super-charger on a Ford rat-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A steering wheel made from a chain inside a Ford rat-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Ford rat-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Cadillac DeVille on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Ford Escort on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Ford Escort on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Chevrolet Bel Air on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Chevrolet Biscayne on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Mini Clubman Estate on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Mini Clubman Estate on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
The Vauxhall Velox on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
Datsun 510 SSS on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A hot-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A hot-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A pink Ford Escort on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Ford F-100 truck on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Jeep Wrangler with a Jurassic Park theme on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Dodge D100 on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A BMW 2000 SA built exclusively for South Africa on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A BMW E9 on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Plymouth Valiant 200 station wagon on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Porsche 1600 Super Coupe on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Ford rat-rod on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Volkswagen split window bus on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Chevrolet Lumina SS on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
A Porsche 356 Speedster on display at Cars in the Park 2026. Picture: Shaun Holland/The Citizen
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