Nevada City Car Show & Wine Stroll on June 4

“The Sierra Sports Car Group, United Way of Nevada County and The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce the first annual Nevada City Foreign Car Show. This car show is a collaborative effort between the three groups.

“This new exciting event will take place in downtown Nevada City on the 4th of June 2011 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Foreign Car and motorcycle enthusiasts may enter their vehicles. The entry will be limited to 1980 and older vehicles, including vintage motorcycles. There will be a special class to allow cars of special interest to enter, such as race cars and exotics. The cars will be parked on Broad Street in Nevada City for the public to view.

“In addition to a thrilling day of gazing at these beautiful cars, the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce will hold a Wine Stroll from noon to 3:00pm. Visit local businesses, chat with merchants, and learn the history of our charming town while enjoying a sampling of local Foothill wines and beers. Participating merchants, wineries, and breweries include: The APPLE Center, Fantastic Finds, Nevada City Winery, Indian Springs Winery, Clavey Wines, BYOB, and Coufous Winery. A separate ticket is required and available at the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, 132 Main Street, for $15/adv/ $20 day of. This includes a unique Nevada City Wine Glass and tasting at 6 locations.

“The Sierra Sports Car Group is an informal group of enthusiasts who enjoy restoring, driving, maintaining and showing their vintage cars. Most of their members are located in the Nevada City /Grass Valley area, and meet on a monthly basis. The Group began meeting in 1990 and has grown to some 75 members and the cars range from M.G’s, Austin Healey’s, Porsches and Ferraris.

“This will be a great opportunity to see many of the vintage cars up close and talk to the owners of these beautiful and rare cars. There will also be music and information available about United Way of Nevada County, The Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and the Sierra Sports Car Group. During the event a people’s choice award will be given out. The public may vote for their favorite cars.”

Sierra FoodWineArt magazine is a sponsor.