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Practical Classics Restoration Show

Date 19 – 21 March 2027

2026’s Practical Classics Restoration Show at the NEC has already been and gone, but you can already put next year’s event in your calendar, as it’s been confirmed for the 19th to 21st of March, 2027. Much like its NEC Classic Motor Show counterpart towards the end of the year feels like a way to wrap up the classic season, the Restoration Show is something of an early motivator, held just as the weather begins to improve (in theory, at least) and we rouse our cars from their winter slumber. Naturally, the focus here is on cars that are in-progress, though you’ll still find some beautifully complete examples on show, and things go the other way too: the annual Barn Find display is always fun, with cars in various states of disrepair, presented much as they were found. Trade stands and an auction complete the picture. Ticket prices haven’t yet been confirmed.