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Classic Japfest 2024 enjoys a celebration of Japan’s golden era at Goodwood…
On October 6th, the inaugural Classic Japfest 2024 made its grand debut at Goodwood Motor Circuit, and what an incredible start it was! Fast Car Events brought together fans of Japanese motoring history for a day packed with iconic cars, club displays, and much more. As part of a double-header weekend, following the German Car Festival, Classic Japfest lived up to the hype, giving us a nostalgic dive into the golden era of Japanese automotive culture.
As if the club displays weren’t impressive enough, the Top 10 Rosettes gave us the chance to celebrate some of the absolute best builds found on display. Our editorial teams had their work cut out choosing the most unique and immaculately presented cars from a sea of stunning contenders.
Whether it was a rare model, outstanding craftsmanship, or original modifications, these top 10 cars stood out from the crowd and were awarded rosettes to commemorate their efforts. Owners were also treated to a cool goodie bag packed with quality service additives and branded merch from Liqui Moly too. Congratulations to these brilliant builds – your hard work and dedication to your rides did not go unnoticed!
The Classic Japfest Icons Display, sponsored by Meguiar’s, brought a special level of prestige to the event, with hand-picked cars vying for the title of the best classic Japanese icon. The judges carefully selected a range of vehicles that exemplified the golden era of Japanese engineering, and these cars were proudly showcased for all to admire.
After a difficult decision, the top three Icons were chosen, with one standout vehicle crowned the Icons Display Champion:
It was a real treat to see these rare and unique cars up close, reminding us of the innovation and beauty that defined Japanese automotive design.
The Simulator Experience – sponsored by Tillett racing Seats – was another highlight of the show, giving visitors a chance to virtually race around the famous Goodwood Circuit. The Exsim VR5 Motion Simulators offered a truly immersive driving experience, allowing participants to feel every turn and acceleration as if they were on the track themselves. Many took advantage of this unique opportunity to test their driving skills in one of the most advanced racing simulators around. Prizes were given to the fastest times recorded on the day.
In its debut year, Classic Japfest 2024 delivered a fantastic celebration of classic Japanese motoring culture. With stunning cars, buzzing club displays, an engaging retail village, and an unforgettable presence from all the show’s sponsors and traders, the event set a high bar for the future. As the newest addition to the Fast Car Events calendar, Classic Japfest has already cemented itself as a must-attend for Japanese car enthusiasts.
We can’t wait to see how this event evolves next year. Thank you to everyone who made Classic Japfest 2024 a success—see you at Japfest Silverstone on April 13, 2025!
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We head to the famous Goodwood Motor Circuit, where epic German engineering meets trackside thrills and showground style. Let’s take a look at the best bits from German Car Festival 2024… If you missed the…
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