THE SUMMER CROSSING OF PARIS REVIVES 700 OLD CARS AND VINTAGE COSTUMES

USPA NEWS - "Vincennes en Anciennes" has organized on August 2, a voyage through time and space that has allowed older vehicles including 3 bus, school bus 1, 47 motorcycles, 707 cars and 3 bikes carry the country through Paris Vincennes Meudon to finish up by lunch on the grass.

THE SUMMER CROSSING OF PARIS REVIVES 700 OLD CARS GATHERING COLLECTORS------------------------------ "The summer Crossing of Paris", organised by "Ancient in Vincennes" is the key event of the summer for all collectors and lovers of fine engineering. It s a journey through time in Paris, the French capital. It is offered to whoever is involved or just as a spectator a surprising spectacle of these 700 vehicles of which the oldest is a Vintage "Richard Brasier" Type H of 1903 and newer are 30 years old.

The summer crossing is an open event, where French or foreign, popular and luxurious includes all these vehicles that are reminiscent of the heyday of the automobile or a moment in history and offer an element of nostalgia.The public is invited whether they own or not an old car you can be part of the event. Anybody is invited to participate. It is possible to place on the course to see passing vehicles, or bring a picnic lunch amongst the cars. A unique moment to share with family or friends. The only condition is regarding the dress code.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The participants are all dressed in white and wear outfits according to the times of their vehicles. At 8 am, the first crews take the start on the esplanade of the Château de Vincennes and it will take nearly an hour to make from this little world makes the kick off from Paris Chateau de Vincennes to Meudon.

Paris, stormed by the "Ancients" are crossing in the most beautiful streets of the capital, such as Bastille, Republic, Montmartre, Opera, Concorde, Champs-Elysées, Grand Palais, Invalides. A journey of a good twenty kilometres punctuated with short stops for the public to enjoy these festive moments. In summer, the tour ends on the terrace of the Meudon Observatory, a green space that offers stunning views of the capital (and cars).--------------------------------------------------------- "We want to make the immense richness and diversity of the old rolling heritage. We welcome automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, light trucks and even tractors. A joyous and eclectic procession which only has good humour and the desire to share a moment with the public or other enthusiasts, "said Andrea Jacques, President of "Vincennes en Anciennes ".