See Icons in Action at the John Haynes Classic Running Vehicle Displays

24th Aug 2026

At the John Haynes Classic Motor Show, you won’t just see some of the cars on display - you’ll hear them, see them move and experience them in action.

Throughout the day, running vehicle displays will bring a selection of cars to life, giving you the chance to see, hear and appreciate them as they were meant to be driven.

From the character and engineering of classic machinery to the sights and sounds of performance cars, the running displays add another dimension to the event and gives attendees a closer connection with the vehicles.

Confirmed Vehicles

1961 Aston Martin DB4

After more than 20 years as a static exhibit, the 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has been carefully restored to full running condition by Haynes Heritage Engineering.
1931 Duesenberg Model J

One of only eight built, this Tourster model, crafted by the renowned coachbuilder Derham, features a sleek open body with the distinctive ‘Duesenbird’ bonnet mascot. This is a unique opportunity to see this car in motion.
1932 MG Magnette

See MG’s most successful racing car in action. This car, a 1932 saloon, was destroyed by fire in 1992 and rebuilt in the style of a K3.
1988 Ford Fiesta XR2

Relive happy memories with the Ford Fiesta XR2 - the iconic light, affordable hot hatchback produced across two main generations from 1981 to 1989.
1993 Jaguar XJ220

At more than 7 feet wide and capable of reaching 213mph, the Jaguar XJ220 was the fastest production car between 1992-93. Hear the engine roar at John Haynes Classic.
1994 Bajaj Auto-rickshaw

The Bajaj Auto-rickshaw is a classic three-wheeled, rear-engine public transport vehicle built by Bajaj Auto in India.
Benz Patent-Motorwagen

The Benz Patent-Motorwagen is widely recognized as the world's first practical, production automobile. See this beautiful replica in motion at the John Haynes Classic.

There’s plenty happening beyond the Running Vehicle Displays, too.

Head to the Live Stage to hear from names including Edd China, Tiger Johnson, Iain Tyrrell, Ian Seabrook and Danny Hopkins, with talks and discussions covering everything from the Lamborghini Miura to the Austin 7 and historic karting.

And with car and motorcycle clubs bringing their own collections and stories to the event, there will be plenty of people to meet and plenty to talk about.

Head over to the Discovery Zone to step into the world of engineering, design and innovation with interactive activities, utility vehicles,

Whether you come for a particular marque, a rare car, the engineering, the stories or simply to see what turns up, John Haynes Classic is built around the things that make being a car enthusiast so enjoyable: great cars and the people who care about them.

John Haynes Classic | Sunday 6 September 2026 | Haynes Motor Museum

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