Show up and shine at Finley

After a three-year hiatus, the Finley Show and Shine Swap Meet returns on September 25.

The normally annual show, which draws up to 600 people, will be held at the Finley Showgrounds and start at 7am.

Daryl Culhane, who is one of the main organisers of the event, said people came to Finley for the show from as far away as Ballarat.

“People have come from everywhere, and there were about 150 cars at our last event with all types of models on display,” he said.

“They range from modern cars through to Model As, Model Ts, old Austins and 60s American cars, which are popular with the crowds.”

Daryl said he expected this year’s show would be a record turnout.

“We are seeing greater crowds at show and shine meets across the country as people want to get back out and show their cars.”

He said it was a family friendly car rally that was focused on the cars.

“There will be a local band playing, but basically we focus on the cars and the people.”

Some food and coffee vans will be at the show.

Money raised on the day will go to local volunteer organisations such as the CFA.