There are no trophies, merely the enjoyment of a well prepared vintage racing machine at speed. The Vintage Racing Club of B.C. (VRCBC) normally holds its annual marquee race weekend, The British Columbia Historic Motor Races (BCHMR), in August at the River’s Edge Road Course at Mission Raceway Park. Since 1976, when the races were staged at the famous Westwood track in Coquitlam and now at the multi-purpose race complex at Mission, the VRCBC’s Historic Motor Races have grown to become the largest vintage racing event in Western Canada and one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest, with up to 100 vintage and historic racing cars and more than 3,000 spectators in attendance. The event has become an annual gathering for vintage racing drivers and their crews, as well as local classic car enthusiasts who display their fascinating cars in a special area, creating a show of their own. Adding to the festival atmosphere are the many sponsors’ booths offering everything from automobilia and artwork, to automotive product displays. The food concessions, informative track-side commentary and excellent grandstand viewing, all make this an entertaining weekend for families as well as long-time enthusiasts.
