Motoring enthusiasts made their way to an annual vintage rally on the banks of River Dee yesterday.
The Crathes Vintage Car and Motorcycle Rally took place at Milton of Crathes and attracted a host of vintage, classic and collector’s cars and motorcycles.
And though the rain did put a few attendees off, organisers still hailed the 19th year of the event a big success.
Chairman Richard Bridger, who was showing off his own 1998 TVR, said: “We still had a successful day and I’m grateful to all the exhibitors who braved the morning weather to ensure a fantastic show of cars.
“The attendance picked up in the afternoon and it was a nostalgic occasion for many.”
Results
Pre-1930 and best in rally: Neil Redford, Keith for his 1928 Austin 7 van
1931-1939: Jim Murray, Forfar, for his 1938 Ford 8 7Y Dulux
1940-1961 and sponsor’s favourite: Colin Murphy, St Fergus for his 1961 BMW Isetta
1962-1969: Bruce Matthew, Mintlaw for his 1966 Ford Anglia Super
1970-1980: Daniel Pearson, Kinellar, for his 1971 Volkswagen Beetle
1981-1995: Richard Wood, Cove, for his 1980 Ford Escort MK2 RS2000
1996-present day: Ian Wilson, Buckie, for his 1999 BMW 316
Automobiles of America: Keith Stewart, Aberdeen, for his 1956 Ford Mustang
Motorcycle: Christopher Arthur, Inverugie, for his 1938 Excelsio Universal 125