In a world-first, and in alignment with a shift within historic vehicle circles, the Bay to Birdwood welcomed electric converted historic vehicles in 2022 and will do so again in 2025.
Award Rules
- All vehicles must comply with the Conditions of Entry.
- All occupants of vehicles entered in Bay to Birdwood award categories should present in period-correct style clothing attire aligned with the original production date of the vehicle.
- As an EV Conversion Award entrant, your vehicle must have been converted from an original internal combustion engine (ICE) and drivetrain to an electric drivetrain and power source in the time following its initial construction.
- Modifications directly pertaining to the operation of the vehicle as an EV are permitted in this category. These may include (but are not limited to);
- Engine and drivetrain modifications
- Wheel rim and tyre modifications
- Internal structural modifications
- Non-essential modifications are discouraged. These may include (but are not limited to);
- Non-period aesthetic modifications
- Non-period accessories that are not integral to the operation of the vehicle as an EV
- Any other modifications not directly related to the conversion are expected to be Period Correct (as defined in the Conditions of Entry).
- Modifications directly pertaining to the operation of the vehicle as an EV are permitted in this category. These may include (but are not limited to);
- At least three photos which clearly display your vehicle as it will be shown on the day must be submitted with your entry form.
- Drivers/riders must stay with their vehicle until judging is completed on both days, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October 2025.
- Award vehicles must complete the Bay to Birdwood from the West Beach Start to the National Motor Museum grounds on Sunday 19 October 2025 to qualify as winners or finalists in their category.
- There will be a stage presentation to the winner(s) during the Bay to Birdwood Finish event.
- Minor modifications aimed at ensuring roadworthiness and safety of the vehicle (e.g., electric starters, seat belts) are permitted.
- If you decide to withdraw from the award for any reason, please advise the Organisers as soon as possible to avoid any confusion on the day. Refunds of award category fees are not available.
- All judging will be undertaken by an expert panel.
- All finalists will be presented with a finalist certificate.
- There will be only one overall winner for each category.
Winner 2024
EV Conversion Award: Winner – Matthew Stead, 1975 BMW 2002
EV Conversion Award Winner, Matthew Stead
