Insane Car Collections At History Con 2016
Live History, Feel History, See History! The first and absolutely one of a kind convention was recently held here in Manila. History Channel Asia just had their very first History Convention and we are very lucky that they have chosen Philippines as their venue! It is basically a four day event (held from August 25-28) which features exciting exhibits , interactive experiences, on ground activities, contests and of course, special celebrities from History channel including Giorgio Tsoukalos of Ancient Aliens.
History Con is not just about History Channel alone, they are really aiming to make history as they tried to break three world records including the longest tv marathon and the largest serving of mushroom dish. Over 50,000 people attended the said convention and considering that it was their first in the country, the amount of attendees are truly overwhelming.
One of the greatest highlights of the events are the huge collection of cars and vehicles on display. I think the exhibit of cars were done to promote one of their new shows, the Celebrity Car Wars, a reality series that features a great ensemble of celebrities and expert racers including Bobby Tonelli, Allan Wu, Andrea Fonseka, Joey Mead King, KC Montero, Marc Nelson, Piyawak Kempetch, Michele Bumgarner, Gaby Dela Merced and Alex Yoong. In fact, these cars occupied most of the exhibitors area and so I decided to put them all in a separate entry.
It is very interesting to note that my online job is about cars so even though I don’t know how to drive, I am somehow exposed in such matter. The first thing that took my attention are these muscle cars! It’s very rare to see American Muscle cars here in our country so these cars truly blown my mind!
These classic cars were brought by Classic Speed Restorations. They are specializing restoration of 1960s classic cars.
This immensely beautiful car is a classic Ford Mustang.The classic Ford Mustang is sitting next to another striking classic car, the Ford Shelby Mustang GT500.I love how they restore all the details and the classic emblems and badges into it!
This custom built Piaggo Ape D600 is quite eye catching too!How about this sharp-looking Toyota Land Cruiser from Atoy CustomsALS Marine also showcased some of their new vehicles! A Cool looking YAMAHA Wave Runner! Sea Eagle Inflatable Rubber BoatALS Boat (273 Enduro)1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL with Hardtop Convertible. This car is owned by Ildefonso Boy TronquedThe Mercedes BadgeAn Audi Car from Car Porn Racing sitting in striking Red Chrome wheels!Car Porn Racing’s Porsche 911 with its Accuair Suspension kitThe Accuair Suspension kitA Porsche Car from Alex RestorationA Chevy Pickup TruckBaic M20 Compact MPV car
Lamborghini Who wouldn’t recognize this insane Mazda RX7 from Fast And Furious Tokyo Drift brought by VeilSide.This Volkswagen Beetle is also a crowd pleaser!A vintage 1968 British Lambretta ScooterA well restored 1948 Buick Roadmaster Convertible from Alfred’s Motor Works and Car RestorationA Classic Volkswagen busA 1955 Sarao Jeepney also in display!
There were three presidential cars and a bunch of Vintage cars on display too but I will share them all in my next entry
I’ve heard about this event but did not know about the car collection. I’m sure the car enthusiasts were ecstatic! I love that last Sarao jeepney! It looks so classic. And the Volkswagen bus reminds me of Scooby-Doo haha!
I love classic cars. The VW camper and hippy beetle look great!
How cool is the Volswagen beetle, I love looking at cars from the past they are always so quirky!
I was gonna pick among all the vehicles, the wave rider (runner) and often mistakenly called jetski. Tapos … BOOM! A JEEPNEY! LOL. Nakakatuwa naman, sana puro ganyan ang jeepney dito e no… tapos sigurado, ang mahal na ng pamasahe. Haha.
OMG I would so be there at this convention, because my son is OBSESSED with cars. We’ve been to numerous car shows in the past and this one is right up his alley. I showed him the photos on your blog and he can name every care. His fave, the blue Lamborghini. Incredible since he’s only 8. Thanks for the entertaining post. (from my son too).
I don’t understand anything about cars 😀 I know many men and women also get so excited in seeing this kind of car shows. I like that volgswagen though as it’s so cute with those flowers 🙂
Amazing how massive the attendees were. The car collections reminded me of a fair I went to where they showcase the classic cars and even let some to ride. I tried a model ( I forgot one. haha) I am not into car and I know nothing about it but seeing the enthusiasts somehow interest me. Haha
Volkswagen Westfalia <3 I wish I had one to travel around Europe. I would turn it into a camper and live a hippie life. When are you getting you driver's license then?
SO COOL!! My hubby would love going to something like this. I love the cute VW haha x
very cool cars my son would love it!