The highly anticipated Speedshow was held on the 24-25th July at the ASB Showgrounds, Greenlane. As one of the only major automotive shows at this time of year, the event was bound to draw a big crowd – the official count isn’t in yet, but it was fair to say there were far more people than last year’s crowd of 18,000 visitors.

The show saw a wide variety of automotive displays, both old and new. From old Packards to newer innovations like the X-Bow, the show ensured there was a wide range of cars and bikes to see. The three halls were filled with exhibitors, meanwhile the outdoor arena had some live action including drifting and burnouts.

The Best Trade Site award went to The Meguiar’s Car Crazy Central Stand which showcased eleven cars, representative of the car scene in New Zealand. One of the cars was a 1957 Mercedes Benz 300SL Roadster – number 145 of the 1,800 ever built. Dean Lovich was on hand to demonstrate his talents by airbrushing a bonnet during the show with House of Kolor paints.

Some people arrived in style as part of the Meguiar’s Car Crazy Charity Cruise, which arrived at the showgrounds just before 11am and then performed a lap of honour involving burnouts around the arena before parking up on display for all to admire. The cruise was open to “show & shine” ready hot rods, classics and street machines with half of the proceeds to benefit Starship Children’s Health.

Speedshow 2010 has come and gone, but each year the event gets bigger and better so it’ll be exciting to see what 2011 has in store for everyone. The date has already been set and the clock already counting down to Speedshow 2011, 23-24th July 2011.

The 1957 Mercedes Benz 300SL Roadster drew crowds at the Speedshow. It is the 145th one built (of only 1,800).

The "Meguiar's" girls pose for the camera.	Live airbrushing by popular airbrush artist, Dean Lovich.
“Albino” 1957 Chevrolet Sports Coupe	“The Joker” mini-truck set the atmosphere at Meguiar’s Car Crazy Central with its pumping music and light display.
KTM X-Bow	This 32 Ford was Barry Meguiar’s personal pick for the Meguiar’s Award at Americarna earlier on this year.
1956 Chevrolet Belair 2 Door Sport Coupe.	1979 Chevrolet C10 Stepside painted in House of Kolor.
The representation of the NZ car scene wouldn't be complete without a Mini. 1995 Rover Mini Cooper Sport Pack.	The Meguiar’s Car Crazy Charity Cruise park up on display after arriving at the showgrounds at 11am each day.
Meguiar's Car Crazy Charity Cruise.	1969 Chevrolet RS/SS Camaro
'70 Boss Mustang	1968 Pontiac Firebird 302 HO