Utes coming to GVC in 2015

The Gippsland Vehicle Collection, located at Maffra in the heart of Gippsland, will launch the exhibit with a Display Day on Sunday, 1 March, 2015.

The ongoing display will feature a huge range of utes, from classic varieties to the more feral and modern showpieces.

Vehicles of all kinds are welcome to come along and join the display in the grounds of the GVC on the launch day, with prizes offered for best car and bike of the day and President's pick.

So far, highlight exhibits will include a 1928 Chevrolet ute purchased new in Swan Hill by a fruit grower and still owned by the same family; an International ute purchased on the sly by a solicitor for a client because rationing regarding vehicles was still in force after World War 2; and a highly modified Mazda E2200 ute.

"We believe the Beaut Utes will be a popular display, with both those keen to show off their vehicles, and those just wanting to have a look at what's on show - it's Australia's iconic vehicle after all," GVC President, Duncan Malcolm, said.

"It's exciting to be showcasing something a little different, and hopefully attracting new enthusiasts to come and have a look at the Collection."

For more information, visit www.gippslandvehiclecollection.org.au