Among the rare and exotic cars participating in this year’s rally are the 1935 Bentley Derby Special, 1965 Shelby Daytona Recreation, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo and a 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale.
Vanessa Crichton, Cape 1000 Event Director, expressed excitement about sharing this extraordinary opportunity with the public. “It’s not often that you get to see such a wide variety of truly special vehicles in one place, and we are excited to share this opportunity with the public. All suggested viewing areas are free to attend.”
The Cape 1000 is not just a visual feast; it’s a thrilling automotive experience. The event will host various driving challenges, including a timed rally, mountain passes and a long-haul driving adventure. This year’s event spans Cape Town, Swellendam, Hermanus and George, offering an excellent opportunity for car enthusiasts to witness Africa’s most beautiful drive.
PUBLIC VIEWING SCHEDULE
10 March 2024 – Sunday: Registration & Show & Shine
14:00-17:00: Quay 6, V&A Waterfront in front of Table Bay Hotel
11 March 2024 – Monday
08:30-09:30: Quay 6, V&A Waterfront in front of Table Bay Hotel (watch the start)
10:00-10:45: Bainskloof Pass (driving)
12:30-13:30: Drostdy Museum, Swellendam (lunch)
15:00-15:45: Gates to Fancourt Hotel (outside)
12 March 2024 – Tuesday
08:30-09:30: Gates to Fancourt Hotel (outside)
08:40-09:40: Outeniqua Pass
10:40-11:40: Meiringspoort Pass
14:00-14:45: Outeniqua Pass
15:30-16:15: Eden Technical High School – display before driving up York Street to Fancourt
16:45: Gates to Fancourt Hotel (outside)
13 March 2024 – Wednesday
08:15-09:00: Depart Fancourt Hotel
12:15-13:15: Barrydale – Diesel & Creme (lunch)
13:30: Tradouw Pass (driving)
15:45: Gearing’s Point, Hermanus (end of day)
14 March 2024 – Thursday
08:00-09:00: Gearing’s Point, Hermanus
09:45-10:15: R44 Clarence Drive (driving)
11:00-11:45: Fish Hoek (driving)
13:30-14:15: Chapman’s Peak (driving)
15:00: Silo Precinct V&A Waterfront (end of rally)
For those unable to attend, follow the action on social media under Cape 1000 or visit Cape 1000’s official website for suggested viewing areas and the entry list at www.cape1000.com/entry-list.
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The Cape 1000 brought to you by Private Clients by Old Mutual Wealth is an event that car enthusiasts won’t want to miss. Bring your family and friends to enjoy South Africa’s most beautiful drive.
