CAR lovers got all revved up as they enjoyed the sight of gleaming classic vehicles.

Clacton Classic Car Show provided petrol-heads' delight as vehicles pulled up at Plough Corner playing field.

Thousands of car fans were able to examine and admire a range of classic cars and motorcycles, American cars and military vehicles – and even a homemade motor tricycle.

The cut off point for cars was 2002, allowing free entry for displayers with models which were older than 20.

There were also a variety of traders, as well as live performance by Rich Clifford and the Young Once, on the day.

The event organiser and chairman of the Clacton Classic Car Club, Colin Wintle believes there were more than 600 cars and more than 2,000 people at the packed event.

The event was the first of the biannual events, with the second taking place on Saturday, August 28.

All proceeds from both events are distributed amongst Clacton charities.

The Fifth Clacton Scouts helped out with the running of the jam-packed car park and will receive some of the event's profits.

Mr Wintle said: “I feel proud about the record breaking turnout, especially considering it was the first one we have arranged in three years.

“Reading the Facebook comments makes me feel even happier, seeing how good of a time people had.

"It's always a gamble hosting events, as you’re not sure how many people you will get, it was great to see so many classic cars and like-minded enthusiasts.

“I’d like to say thanks to everyone who came and exhibited, as well as everyone who attended - you made the show as great as it was. Without the exhibitors, we wouldn’t have a show.

“I am grateful for everyone who came and for the committee that helped organise it. Here’s to the next show on August 28.”