Concours Activities

WHAT’S INVOLVED IN AN OVR CONCOURS EVENT?

I have been asked a number of times to provide my perspective on our concours events which differ in style but for sure all have a common approach which is to:

  • Provide an opportunity to show off the wide range vehicles that members have acquired

  • Provide a medium for members to socialize with each other and building friendships whilst enjoying “liquid refreshments” together

  • Have a good excuse for members to spend time making their vehicle “Sparkle” inside and out

  • Occasionally have the opportunity to compete for awards

How We Conduct Concours Events

Our intention is to hit all four elements of our Concours approach, but, at the same time, try not to make it too formal by making them “show and shine” closed-compartment events.

The intention of these concours is to mimic a similar style of concours and judging that is used at the PCA Parade. Thus, we use the PCA Parade Rules as a guide and have our own hybrid version where emphasis is on preparation and cleanliness. The judging process for this concours is as follows:

  1. Cars will be judged in one of 5 car classes selected by the entrant at registration

  2. A team of two judges will inspect the car – one for Exterior, one for Interior

  3. Each judge will spend 5 minutes inspecting either the Interior or the Exterior of the car and provide a score based on a pre-determined multi-point scoring criterion (See below)

  4. All convertibles, Targa’s, and Sunroofs will remain in up or closed position before inspection

  5. When possible, the judges will discuss with the vehicle entrant any particular points of interest about the car and let the entrant know what they are planning to do and how much time they will spend inspecting the car. A short de-brief after judging the vehicle is preferred.

  6. Judging sheets will be available after the award ceremony Multipoint Scoring Criteria

Exterior:

  • Coachwork – Body Panels shape and fit

  • Exterior Surfaces – Paint & ConvertibleTop

  • Exterior Surfaces – Headlights tail-light lenses, side markers

  • Metal/Chrome trim or Rubber trim & bumper quality

  • Wheels/Rims and Tires

Interior:

  • Seats, Mechanism of Seats, and Belts

  • Carpeting and Floor covering including mats and pedal clusters

  • Headliner or underside of convertible top

  • Dashboard area, steering wheel, instrument cluster, console

  • Door panels rear side panels – upholstery & trim detail

  • Doors – trim and seals

  • Inner surfaces of all glass – windows, vanity mirror, r/v mirror

CONCOURS TEAM
John Meyer, Kurt Niemeyer, Mark Wilson, Jeff Ross, Bill Kief, Trevor Barber, John Bruggeman, Bill Altvater