Ireland's oldest Garda car is set to go back on duty as part of the inaugural Dublin "Vintage Port" Rally. The 1927 Model T Ford has not seen service for over 80 years, but will join Dublin's oldest double decker bus, a Dennis F8 NIK 888 Fire Engine (which saw duty between 1956 and 1984) and over 150 other classic vehicles at the event.
The rally will run from 10am to 6pm this Sunday (September 28) at the Dublin Port Trade Car Compound and is set to be a family affair with exhibition stalls, a children's play bus, model truck and bus exhibition, transport-themed stalls selling collectibles and food kiosks. Families will also be able to embark on a nostalgic guided tour atop a London Routemaster Bus, which will tour Dublin Port.
"The bygone sound of classic engines will be heard throughout Dublin on Sunday, as veteran, vintage and classic commercial vehicles from all over Ireland roar into Dublin Port for the inaugural Dublin 'Vintage Port' Rally," commented Eamonn O'Reilly, Chief Executive of Dublin Port Company.
"The rally offers families a truly unique opportunity to view a slice of Ireland's by-gone transport history and I would encourage all Dubliners and visitors to come along to Dublin Port and enjoy a great day out in aid of Barnardos."
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Dublin Port's Trade Car Compound is located at the junction of Sheriff Street Upper and East Wall Road. Access is via the main gate on East Wall Road. While some parking will be available on site and can be accessed via Alexandra Road, the public are encouraged to travel by the LUAS Red Line, which terminates across the road from the rally venue.