Launched last year with great success, the German Car Festival returns for 2024 but at a brand new venue! If you want to see the greatest collection of modified German cars, get yourself to Goodwood on the 5th of October for the German Car Festival. Here’s what you can expect to see at the show.
In 2023, The German Car Festival brought together an amazing collection of performance and modified Germanic rides. This year’s event promises to be even bigger with an array of pristine performance cars, clubs and displays already booked into the show. Expect to see BMW M3s, Audi RSs, Mercedes AMGs, and Porsche GT3s rubbing shoulders with every generation of Volkswagen’s Golf to emerge from Wolfsburg.
Get on Track at Glorious Goodwood!
In 2024 the GCF has switched venues to the iconic Goodwood Motor Circuit, located near Chichester, West Sussex. Goodwood has played a significant role in British motorsport since its inception in 1948. Originally established by Freddie March, the 9th Duke of Richmond, the circuit quickly became a hub for racing enthusiasts. Legendary drivers like Stirling Moss and Jackie Stewart have raced here and now Goodwood is playing host to the German Car Festival. You can follow in Moss’s and Stewart’s footsteps (or should we say tyre tracks) by booking a track session at the German Car Festival…
In fact, there’s never been a cheaper way to experience the famous circuit, with half day, open pit lane sessions available for £175 and full day sessions at £335. That’s cheaper than Goodwood do it themselves.
As you would expect, these track slots are filling up fast, so if you’ve got a German car that you want to put through its paces on some of the most famous tarmac in the UK, you need to book your slot now.
German Car Festival Partners
This year, The German Car Festival is proud to announce eBay as Headline Partners. They’ll be bringing the interactive eBay garage and will have a bunch of experts on hand to help you find those specialist performance parts. If Japfest Silverstone is anything to go by, you’ll be able to bag yourself some freebies, too.
The German Car Festival isn’t just supported by eBay, but other huge brands of the automotive world. RacingLine return to the German Car Festival as the Official Track Partner. The automotive powerhouse is renowned for its high-quality aftermarket parts and software upgrades, specifically tailored for Volkswagen Group vehicles, making them a perfect fit for the show.
Lubricant, additive and oil giants Liqui Moly will also be attending Goodwood on the 5th of October as our Lubricant Partner and this year’s Air Filter Partner is RamAir. Tillett Racing Seats will also be in attendance as a Specialist Partner, and they’ll be found by the state-of-the-art Racing Simulators…
Racing Simulators
If your project car isn’t quite ready (or you forgot to take your brave pill) for a full-throttle track session, why not try the unparalleled virtual driving experience of Goodwood’s racing simulators? They are open to German Car Festival show goers.
Once you’ve booked your 20-minute slot you’ll be able to test your skills around the Goodwood track on the state-of-the-art sims. Equipped with cutting-edge tech, including high-definition displays, force-feedback steering wheels, and dynamic motion platforms, the simulators recreate the sensations of track driving.
Whether you’re looking to refine your racing technique or simply indulge in the excitement of virtual racing, Goodwood’s simulators deliver an immersive and exhilarating experience that keeps adrenaline levels high without the risks of real world track session.
BOOK YOUR SIMULATOR SLOT HERE!
German Car Festival Club Displays
The German Car Festival attracts the very best German car clubs in the country. Club displays will be the beating heart of this event and without them, the show just wouldn’t be the same.
You can expect to see hundreds of different clubs at the show, including model-specific, regional, and national branches of car enthusiast groups, not to mention cool exhibits from online and social media collections. Make sure you take the time to explore these areas and admire the magnificent rides parked up at Goodwood.
Club Awards
As always, we will recognise our loyal clubs for their efforts by offering a chance to win one of several Club Awards. This year, our judges will be looking for the Best Club Stand, Best Regional Club, and Best Classic Club. If you haven’t booked your club into the show, it’s now the time to do so. You gotta be in it to win it!
Club Hero Award
Does your club have an unsung hero who deserves recognition for their commitment to the modified car scene? Then the Club Hero Award is perfect for club members who want to nominate an exceptional individual within their society. Whether they quietly make things happen in the background or are a proactive member who effectively represents your club, we want to hear about them and their achievements.
To nominate please include:
Club name
Your name
Your contact details
Nominee name
Nominee contact details
The reason they deserve to win
Announcements and prize-giving will take place at the show
Top Ten Rosettes
There’s never a shortage of cool cars on display at the German Car Festival, and this year we’ve asked our expert team of editors to select their top ten cars from the show. With so many to choose from, this is no easy task, judges from PVW Magazine will be on the lookout for original modifications, rare models, and the cleanest cars on display. Each selected car will receive a rosette to commend their efforts.
Special Display
The club scene is a significant aspect of The German Car Festival, but not everyone is part of a car club. Don’t worry; if you own a stunning German whip and you want your moment in the spotlight, then why not buy a Special Display ticket?
In this dedicated area they’ll be a diverse collection of stunning Audis, Mercs, VWs, BMWs and Porsches, making it an ideal area for independent enthusiasts who prefer to go solo. This display allows these owners to exhibit their car, which would otherwise be relegated to the general parking area. Such impressive cars deserve to be featured and seen in the show!
Drift Displays
Organisers of the German Car Festival are currently rounding up the best collection of German drift cars to put on two smoke inducing drift demos at the show. Get ready to see these highly tuned, rear wheel drive machines get sideways on the Goodwood circuit. This spectacle is not just for petrolheads but anyone who appreciates skilled, non-fearing wheelmen – stay tuned for more news on driver and car line-ups.
German Car Festival Street Elite
Fancy being the star of the German Car Festival? Do you have what it takes to claim the coveted title of Street Elite winner? Sponsored by the detailing wizards at Meguiar’s UK, Street Elite is where the crème de la crème of show car builds gather. These top-tier VAGS, Mercs and Beemers will unite to create one of the most spectacular displays of the event.
If you’re lucky enough to be hand-picked for the Street Elite show and shine competition, you’ll go head-to-head against other top tier builds. On the big day, our discerning judges, alongside the Meguiar’s maestros, will choose their top three cars. The ultimate winner will strut away with the trophy, detailing kit bad and best of all, endless bragging rights.
If you think your German car can steal the spotlight, apply below.
Retail Village
Brace yourselves for the ultimate shopping experience at the German Car Festival’s Retail Village. Show attendees will be able to uncover hidden treasures and score jaw-dropping discounts at the dedicated trade and exhibitor area, that will be packed with everything your German car could need. Performance upgrades? Check. Sleek styling products? Absolutely. Rare accessories? You bet. German car-themed clothing? Of course! And that’s just scratching the surface.
Amidst this automotive shopping paradise, you’ll find our partners: eBay, LIQUI MOLY, RacingLine, RamAir, Meguiar’s, and Tillett Racing Seats. Whether you’re leisurely cruising in a vintage Merc W114 or tearing up the tarmac in a track-prepper Golf R, our partners’ cutting-edge products and expertise will have you covered.
So, whether you’re on a quest for that elusive part, hunting for unbeatable bargains, planning a full-blown makeover for your beloved car, or simply seeking expert advice, the Retail Village is your go-to destination. Don’t miss it!
German Car Festival Entry Photographs
What better way to remember the German Car Festival 2024 and say “I was there” than with a cool photo of your pride and joy arriving at the show? Pro snappers from Photography UK will be perched at all entrances, capturing every single car that enters the show. Therefore, you are guaranteed to be caught on camera!
If you’re heading out on track, you can get an image of your car tearing up the iconic Goodwood circuit as Photography UK will also be capturing professional images of each car as they complete their flying laps.
Head to the Photography UK stand in the Retail Village where you can browse all the images and do a buy, as Photography UK have an on-site printing facility, meaning you can purchase a copy to take away with you. If you’re too busy enjoying the track action, display cars, demos, and racing sims to be able to get to the Photography UK stand, don’t fear, as all photos will be available to view and purchase on their website after the dust has settled on an epic day of action at Goodwood.
And that concludes our German Car Festival 2024 preview. We’ll update this article with new features as and when they’re confirmed. If you’d like to come along to the show but aren’t displaying a car then you can purchase public tickets below. We hope to see you all at the event!
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