Entries for the 2026 show open now
Little Legends
for smaller cars and smaller people
for smaller cars and smaller people
Celebrating the Littlest Car Enthusiasts.
The Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to this year’s event—the debut of the Little Legends class! This brand-new feature invites enthusiasts of the smallest vehicle, a scaled pedal car to join the celebration of automotive history and design, fostering a slightly different passion for classic cars.
About Little Legends
The Little Legends class is specially designed to include younger participants with smaller cars between one eighth and one half scale. Whether they’re budding collectors, future mechanics, or simply lovers of all things automotive, this unique showcase gives young and old car enthusiasts the opportunity to display their favourite custom-built or toy cars alongside some of the finest classic automobiles in New Zealand.
Participants in the Little Legends class can enjoy:
Event Details
The Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show, renowned as New Zealand's premier automotive event, will take place on 8 February 2026 at Ellerslie Racecourse. The show will feature an extraordinary lineup of vintage, classic, and custom vehicles, as well as displays from over 85 clubs, the judged Concours d’Elegance competition to find NZs best cars and now, the new Little Legends class.
Register Your Little Legend
Anyone is encouraged to now register for the Little Legends class. Registration is quick and simple, and spaces are limited. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for your child to be a part of a cherished automotive tradition.
For registration details and further information about the Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show, please visit www.concours.org.nz. Applications will open for this new class in July 2025.
Join the Celebration
With the addition of the Little Legends class, the Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show promises to be more inclusive and inspiring than ever before. Join us for a day of family fun, creativity, and automotive excellence as we celebrate both the legends of the past and the promising talent of the future.
We can’t wait to see New Zealand’s Little Legends shine on the big stage!
The Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to this year’s event—the debut of the Little Legends class! This brand-new feature invites enthusiasts of the smallest vehicle, a scaled pedal car to join the celebration of automotive history and design, fostering a slightly different passion for classic cars.
About Little Legends
The Little Legends class is specially designed to include younger participants with smaller cars between one eighth and one half scale. Whether they’re budding collectors, future mechanics, or simply lovers of all things automotive, this unique showcase gives young and old car enthusiasts the opportunity to display their favourite custom-built or toy cars alongside some of the finest classic automobiles in New Zealand.
Participants in the Little Legends class can enjoy:
- A dedicated display area highlighting their miniature creations.
- Three classes that mirror the full scale Concours d”Elegance classes: Masters, Survivor and Modified.
- Special prizes for first, second and third in each class
- Exclusive “Little Legends” certificates to commemorate their involvement.
- The chance to meet and learn from seasoned car experts and industry professionals.
- Bonus points for having a matching driver as well
Event Details
The Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show, renowned as New Zealand's premier automotive event, will take place on 8 February 2026 at Ellerslie Racecourse. The show will feature an extraordinary lineup of vintage, classic, and custom vehicles, as well as displays from over 85 clubs, the judged Concours d’Elegance competition to find NZs best cars and now, the new Little Legends class.
Register Your Little Legend
Anyone is encouraged to now register for the Little Legends class. Registration is quick and simple, and spaces are limited. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity for your child to be a part of a cherished automotive tradition.
For registration details and further information about the Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show, please visit www.concours.org.nz. Applications will open for this new class in July 2025.
Join the Celebration
With the addition of the Little Legends class, the Classic Cover Ellerslie Car Show promises to be more inclusive and inspiring than ever before. Join us for a day of family fun, creativity, and automotive excellence as we celebrate both the legends of the past and the promising talent of the future.
We can’t wait to see New Zealand’s Little Legends shine on the big stage!
The "30-40-50" Competition
for...Younger entrants and less expensive cars....no Club membership required!
for...Younger entrants and less expensive cars....no Club membership required!
The 30-40-50 is a "starter" concours competition for those younger car enthusiasts who haven't carried out expensive restorations on their modern classic. The entrant must be under 40, their car needs to be over 30 years old and the total cost including the purchase price of the car must be under $50,000. The underside will not be judged and there will be less emphasis on originality. You do not have to have a club membership to enter. This competition is all about encouraging you to have a go at showing your pride and joy and is targeting our younger petrol heads with any over 30 year old car! The event is all about the state of condition and cleanliness of your car.
We have some great package prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, so go ahead and book your place in the 30-40-50 TODAY!
We have some great package prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, so go ahead and book your place in the 30-40-50 TODAY!
Modified class
for concours condition cars that have been modified....no Club membership required!
for concours condition cars that have been modified....no Club membership required!
The Modified class competition is here to stay. It is for pristine cars (original or restored). Judged to the same concours standards as the other classes, this competition is for cars that are not stock factory spec. Reproductions, recreations, hot rods and other upgrades and variations are all welcome in this competition, provided they are road legal (Rego and WOF). You do not have to have a club membership to enter. The event is all about the state of condition and cleanliness of your car and the quality of the engineering of the modifications. Originality or authenticity and the underside of your car will not be judged.
We have some great package prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, so go ahead and book your place in the Modified Class from June 2025
We have some great package prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, so go ahead and book your place in the Modified Class from June 2025
Judging
Judging for these classes is carried out by a team of independent judges from the Thoroughbred And Classic Car Owners Club (TACCOC).
For more information on the specific Rules & Judging for the 30-40-50 click here
For more information on the specific Rules & Judging for the Modified Class, click below: modified_class_judging_scoresheets_2024_sept_15^j_2023.pdf
Judging is carried out in a number of categories, each with their own judge or judges. Cars are evaluated as follows to a maximum points award in each category.
For more information on the specific Rules & Judging for the 30-40-50 click here
For more information on the specific Rules & Judging for the Modified Class, click below: modified_class_judging_scoresheets_2024_sept_15^j_2023.pdf
Judging is carried out in a number of categories, each with their own judge or judges. Cars are evaluated as follows to a maximum points award in each category.
Park and Polish
Win with style at at show's Park and Polish
Park and Polish or Polish and Park? However you do it, display your shiny classic in the Park and Polish area (free parking) while you're visiting the show on Sunday and your pride and joy could win you one of three fabulous prizes!
So break out the elbow grease! Judging takes place between 11.00am and 1.00pm. Notes will be placed on the top contender cars and owners need to be at the prizegiving at approximately 2.15pm to win. Just turn up. Parking wardens will direct great looking cars to Park and Polish area, until the area is full.
Get there early (9.30-10am) as space is limited!
Park and Polish or Polish and Park? However you do it, display your shiny classic in the Park and Polish area (free parking) while you're visiting the show on Sunday and your pride and joy could win you one of three fabulous prizes!
So break out the elbow grease! Judging takes place between 11.00am and 1.00pm. Notes will be placed on the top contender cars and owners need to be at the prizegiving at approximately 2.15pm to win. Just turn up. Parking wardens will direct great looking cars to Park and Polish area, until the area is full.
Get there early (9.30-10am) as space is limited!
Check out the Meguiar's display stand and complete an entry in the People's Choice Competition.
Win a prize for both yourself and your favourite car
Win a prize for both yourself and your favourite car