THE UK's largest classic motor show celebrates its 18th birthday at the NEC this week.

The last International Classic Motor Show attracted more than 30,000 visitors and 450 exhibitors and this year's show is set to draw record numbers when it takes place at the Birmingham venue on Saturday and Sunday.

Car displays covering the whole motoring spectrum from Bentley, Maserati and Ferrari to Morris, Ford and Austin will be on show, as well as a restoration area for the hands-on motor enthusiast.

Features include the chance to win a Jaguar XJS convertible.

The show is sponsored by Footman James and supported by car magazine Classic and Sports Car.

It is open from 9.30am-5.30pm and costs £8.50 for adults, £6.50 for OAPs and £3.50 for children from 0121 767 4767.