The British Car Club of Charleston is pleased to announce the 39th annual British Car Day, on October 19, 2024, at Palmetto Island County Park in historic Mt Pleasant, South Carolina.
The featured marque for this year’s British Car Day is Sunbeam, plus an added 60th anniversary celebration for the Sunbeam Tiger, famously known as the ‘Cobra Killer.’ These special cars will make comprise the 2024 Spotlight Group. In total, 150 vintage and classic British cars are expected to fill the show field on Saturday. Well-known marques like MG, Triumph, Austin Healey and Jaguar will share the field with rare examples of Alvis, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Lotus, Morgan and more. This popular event draws exhibitors and spectators from around the southeast to enjoy not only British Car Day, but also the famous fall weather of the Lowcountry.
For those looking for more to do while in Charleston, the BCCC is offering a drive and lunch through Francis Marion National Forest to Hopsewee Plantation near Georgetown on Friday October 18th . This well-preserved plantation offers rich history, architectural significance, and connections to prominent figures in American history. Tours of the house and cabins are available, and the onsite restaurant offers delicious examples of Lowcountry food.
Our host hotel, Hyatt Place, at Towne Center in Mt. Pleasant is the site of the Friday night reception for British Car Day. Join fellow exhibitors for a casual evening before the Saturday show. Towne Center offers upscale shopping along with several dining options and a trendy wine bar for additional socialization.
2024 British Car Day registration for all British marques and models is open now. All Alpine, Tiger, and Rootes Group car owners interested in being part of the special Spotlight Group can contact Richard Fritz, at rich@britishcarclubcharleston.com for additional information. British Car Day updates, hotel reservations and additional weekend information can be found at www.britishcarclubcharleston.com.
Room blocks are available at Hyatt Place for British Car Club of Charleston show at $234 per night. The hotel offers covered parking, trailer parking, breakfast and other guest amenities included with your reservation. Additional information on other hotels near the Towne Center is available if needed.
Contact Dave Rosato dave@britishcarclubcharleston.com for information on vendor and sponsorship opportunities. The 39th British Car Day will be another family friendly event in beautiful Palmetto Islands County Park. Mark your calendars now for October 19th, 2024, and make Charleston your destination city this fall.