In the heart of the Pyrenees-Atlantiques region and just 25 minutes from the border, the association 'Soupapes et Pistons' has taken the initiative to organize the first and largest Basque automobile festival, the motorcycle and the old commercial vehicle.
With the intention of establishing it as one of the great events in the Basque Country, its organizers intend to transcend the framework of the fan community to make known to the general public the passion and defense of automobile heritage.
People who came to this first edition of the Hasparren festival were able to enjoy machines such as Gordini, Alpine, Abarth or Autobleu, dressed by bodybuilders such as Karmann or Pininfarina, among others; and in addition to numerous youngtimers, as well as a large free space for exhibitors and vendors. There were 1000 m2 for these and an outdoor parking of another 5000 m2 enabled for the reception of all kinds of classics.
Rarity in Hasparren: Ford Vendome, direct competition from Hotchkiss
In this demonstration that pretends to be friendly, homage was paid to models that have permeated French memory, such as the 2cv, Traction Avant, 4cv, Floride, 404, Aronde and 203 in terms of cars; and also Velosolex, Motobécame, Peugeot, Terrot, Vespa and Lambretta when it comes to motorcycle.
Registration was free with a commemorative plaque-rally for attendees and free entry for attendees. A good chance to be able to admire French brands and models that in our parts it is difficult to see. Briefly, if you live in the northeast, we recommend it for next year!
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At 9 in the morning you could see movement in the parking lot
The atmosphere was lively throughout the day
Totally full in the Hasparren car park
During this first edition, the French classics were especially celebrated
1.000 m2 were allocated to the fair whose rates were free
Citroën Ami 6 'rat look' in close-up
Not only cars, but also motorcycles both in the parking lot and in the commercial space
BMW's Park
1973: Peugeot 504 Cabriolet Pininfarina
Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Cutlass, there were also Americans
Curiosisimo Brissonneau et Lotz Cabriolet from 1959
Bodybuilt by Louis Rosier on the basis of a 4CV
Peugeot 202 U Limousine Commerciale from 1942. It has personality
Alfa Romeo Alfasud QV, frankly difficult to see
Alpine A110 1300, French version
Atypical Peugeot 505 Break 4 × 4!
Pretty barquetta Gineta G4, an English fiberglass giant killer
Early Alfa Romeo GT Junior
Prewar Citroen with various modifications
Citroen Traction Avant 11 from 1956, a last series
Simca, of clear American inspiration
Citroen LNA, did you know it?
Fiat 500 on the hunt for BMW 2002
A stylish Matra D-Jet
Magnificent Ford Gran Torino
5th generation Ford Thunderbird (1967-71)
Spanish participation: Some brave ones aboard a Pegaso truck!
You could see quite a few classics of Spanish origin
Seat 124 D Special
Hotchkiss Jeep, manufactured under license from Willys
Lancia Beta Montecarlo, mid-engined
Lancia Beta HPE VX, one of the sportiest we've seen
Citroen BX are also welcome
The Matra Djet next to a Peugeot 504 Coupé
The 'Sharks' could not be missing
OM Unic 20C Truck
Peugeot 203, again the American influence is felt
Peugeot 204
Simca's Couple
Peugeot, Simca, Citroen, Renault ... Popular French classics
Peugeot 404 Pininfarina Convertible
Peugeot 504 Pickup
Renault Estafette van
Rare Ford Vendome, direct competition from Hotchkiss
Renault Fregate, flagship of the brand at the time
Rober 2000 TC, in its time it was frankly advanced
Unai Ona travels throughout Europe to tell you about the best events on the Old Continent. A first-rate photographer, he never tires of immortalizing the beauty of the great prewar and postwar classics, his true passion ...
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