July 20,  2023

Cars contesting the Sprints this year range in vintage from 1922 to 2020. The oldest is the famous Wikner Ford Special, owned since 1958 – when he was 14 years old! - by Model T identity Doug Partington and now in the custody of son, Bruce.

Cars contesting the Sprints this year range in vintage from 1922 to 2020. The oldest is the famous Wikner Ford Special, owned since 1958 by Model T identity Doug Partington and now in the custody of son Bruce. The Wikner will be driven at Leyburn by Bruce’s son Quinn, who is making his motorsport debut in the Juniors regularity competition and, at 14, is the youngest age allowed to compete.

Quinn’s entry announces a new business for his Dad, supplying Ford Model T parts to owners around the country. 

Other helpful information:

• Tickets (on-line or at the gate), adult Day $25, Weekend $35; children under 14 free
• Roadside parking surrounding the event precinct is free and abundant for general admission ticketholders
• Where to stay – last-minute camping is available at four local Hipcamp sites – check the camping tab on our website for details. Also, there are many other options in the region between Toowoomba and Warwick, including motels, classic country pubs, AirBnbs and farm stays. Check Southern Queensland Country for suggestions.
• Directions - Leyburn is on Toowoomba–Karara Road, via scenic routes 195kms west of Brisbane, 66kms south-west of Toowoomba and 61kms north-west of Warwick. See RACQ Trip Planner for directions.