As part of a year of celebrations of its 50th anniversary, Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is pleased to announce a vehicle tour, to mark this significant milestone in the company’s history. The Golden Jubilee Tour will take place on Saturday 21st September and feature 50 vehicles supplied through Mitsubishi’s UK dealer network between 1974 and the present day.
Tour entrants will assemble at Mitsubishi Motors in the UK headquarters at Watermoor in Cirencester, Gloucestershire for a briefing and light breakfast, before embarking on a route of just over 100 miles that will take them on a journey through the beautiful Cotswold countryside and many of the region’s enchanting villages. Stopping at a series of checkpoints located at places of interest, the tour will conclude at a venue that became synonymous with the Mitsubishi brand, Badminton House.
Famous for the International Horse Trials that was sponsored by Mitsubishi Motors in the UK for 25 years consecutively, entrants will have the opportunity to drive through the estate’s impressive grounds, before gathering at the finish in front of the historic Badminton House. The day concludes with refreshments, followed by a prize-giving ceremony when the owners of the winning cars in each category will be presented with an award.
Other features of the event include a commemorative finishers’ award, an official photographer and, we are also delighted to be joined by Stephen Blackburn, son of the late David Blackburn, the co-founder of The Colt Car Company (now known as Mitsubishi Motors in the UK.). Additionally, there will be a special award for the ‘best-dressed’ crew, with drivers and passengers encouraged to wear outfits appropriate to the period of their car.
Entries are open to owners of UK-specification Mitsubishi cars, LCVs, SUVs and 4x4s, who can apply by completing an online form. Each application will be assessed for suitability and relevance, in- keeping with the event’s spirit and entry criteria.
For more information and to apply please visit: www.mitsubishi-motors50tour.co.uk