Theme worlds
The season starts in Bremen!
The professionally discerning audience, the high-quality selection in the exhibition area, the special atmosphere and the unique special shows for cars and motorbikes have been the recipe for success of the Bremen Classic Motorshow for years. This is where friends, like-minded people, experts, collectors and mechanics come together to have a ‘petrol talk’ or two in a relaxed atmosphere.
Sales Exhibition
The dream of classic cars
At the sales exhibition, you can not only admire your personal dream classic car – you can make it come true! Beautiful everyday classics, elegant sports cars, authentic originals and coveted rarities will be on sale in three halls. You can acquire your first classic vehicle, expand your own collection, find an insider’s tip or purchase the next rising star as an investment.
The Bremen Classic Motorshow makes it possible, as the range on offer is diverse: from the Mercedes-Benz 500 K (W 29) and the VW Beetle 1200 Cabriolet to the BMW M635CSi (E24). Enthusiasts of Italian, British, American or French vehicles certainly won’t want to miss the sales exhibition either. In addition, classic and youngtimer owners will find a wide range of exhibitors offering services related to restoration, maintenance, insurance, clothing, events and everything else that belongs to the classic car hobby.
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You would like to exhibit?
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Motorcycle
From mopeds to super-bikes
The Bremen Classic Motorshow is the only event of its kind to include motorcycles as a major element of the show. In Hall 1, the ÖVB-Arena, two-wheeler fans can admire a wide range of vehicles, from mopeds to super-bikes. In the centre of the Hall, we present our motorcycle special show, which is unique in Germany. It displays fascinating motorbikes according to different themes each year.
Just in time for the start of the new season, visitors to Bremen can find the right spare part or even the perfect classic motorbike. In addition, clothing, accessories and a wide range of other items related to motorised two-wheelers are also on offer. Not to be forgotten are the numerous club stands in the foyer and on the upper level, featuring fascinating exhibits.
Autojumble
All matching spare parts
After the long winter break, the Bremen Classic Motorshow offers the ideal opportunity to find that missing spare part you need to get your classic vehicle ready for the new season, whether on two wheels or four! Spare parts and restoration materials, tools and accessories, art, literature and of course auto-themed memorabilia – the Autojumble has something for everybody. Whether you’re looking for tools for your workshop, authentic clothing, that missing manual or trim, or just want inspiration from the roughly 300 stands, the Bremen Classic Motorshow is highly likely to tick all your boxes. Have fun browsing!
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Club Presentations
Spectacular presentations with know-how and passion
Where can you see a Mercedes-Benz/8 in the Sahara, a Trabbi in an East/West German workshop, a giant display case filled with mopeds, a construction site with trucks and caterpillar-track vehicles, an MG in a weather house, a Fiat 500 in an ice-cream parlour, a large collection of MV Agusta motorcycles or a Messerschmitt bubble-car in a cinema?
Spectacular presentations like these are only available among the many and varied club presentations at the Bremen Classic Motorshow. Every year, classic vehicle clubs invest a vast amount of passion, expertise and manpower into developing creative, unique ways to present their beloved car types or favourite motorbike brands in extravagant settings.
But apart from the show effect, the club stands also offer newbies as well as old hands useful information and top tips.
Young Classics
Tomorrow’s collectibles – today’s still affordable classics
The hanseatic city of Bremen has a long tradition of trade and seafaring as well as entrepreneurship and innovation. So it’s no wonder the Bremen Classic Motorshow not only presents historical automobiles for sale, but has also established a very special kind of trading forum.
“Young Classics” stands for original, unrestored vehicles from the late 1970s to the early 2000s, offered for sale by both private sellers and dealers. Very quickly, the idea of this trade forum developed into a solid success. During recent shows, most Young Classics found a new owner on the very first day, and many of them could have been sold several times over. The Renault 4 GTL, the Bertone-Coupé of the Simca 1000 or the Porsche 964 Carrera RS Lightweight were just some of the fast sellers.
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Vehicle mart in the parking garage
The potential bargain market
Looking for your first classic vehicle? Have you been nursing this dream for a while? Maybe now’s the time to make it come true. In the multi-storey carpark between Halls 2/3 and 4. Admittedly, the multi-storey carpark is open to the elements and in February it can be cold and windy. But the Vehicle mart is still one of the most popular exhibition areas at the Bremen Classic Motorshow.
Dealers and private sellers offer more than 250 vehicles for sale across six parking levels – all of them at least 20 years old.
Just imagine: You stroll through the exhibition halls in the morning, then wrap up well and inspect what’s on offer in the multi-storey carpark. After some tough bargaining, you hand over the money for your new dream car and drive it home at the end of the day. Anything’s possible!
Two-Wheeler Mart
Motorbikes, mopeds and bicycles for sale
Visitors with a particular interest in powered two-wheelers will encounter their first highlight of the event right at the start in the ÖVB Arena: Anyone entering the show through the main entrance and heading into the motorcycle hall (Hall 1) will find the two-wheeler mart immediately on the right. Around 40 motorbikes, mopeds and bicycles are offered for sale by private individuals and dealers. If you’ve found something that catches your eye and have technical questions about the vehicle, you can speak to expert Thomas Beneke or call the owner directly using the mobile number provided. With a bit of luck, the seller may be on site and able to explain the benefits of the machine in person.
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Classic Custom Motorcycle Lounge
Unique custom builds based on classic frames
In the mirrored hall of Hall 1, selected builders from the custom scene present how classic two-wheelers can be transformed into one-of-a-kind machines with craftsmanship and creativity. Whether Bobber, Chopper, Tracker or Café Racer – the focus here is not only on style, but above all on quality and attention to detail.
All showcased bikes are based on frames that are at least 20 years old – a core requirement for participation. The result is a fascinating blend of tradition and individuality, technical passion and a strong sense of design.
The Classic Custom Motorcycle Lounge is the meeting point for anyone who loves motorcycles and is looking for fresh ideas on two wheels – relaxed, high-quality and absolutely unique.
Classic Bicycles
Finest craftsmanship and mechanical precision
Fast, stylish, timeless – classic racing bicycles from the 1950s to the 1980s have been enjoying growing popularity for years. Their delicate steel frames, precise gear systems and iconic designs make them highly sought-after collector’s items. Whether used as a daily means of transport, nostalgic collector’s piece or eye-catching design object – the fascination with classic bicycles remains unbroken.
This trend has long been embraced by the Bremen Classic Motorshow as well: in a small but select display, passionate collectors and specialists present a curated selection of vintage racing bikes – from well-maintained everyday classics to rare highlights for true connoisseurs.
Experts such as Wolfgang Hagemann provide insights into technology and history, offer exclusive bicycles and spare parts, and are happy to share their expertise in conversation.
An area for all those who appreciate style and precision on two wheels – without a motor, but full of character.
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Young Classic Enthusiast
Where the next generation of classic enthusiasts feels at home
Young fans and newcomers are warmly welcomed at the Bremen Classic Motorshow – with a dedicated area just for them. Designed by young talents for young talents, this section shows how to get started in the classic vehicle scene – with creative ideas, exciting projects, practical tips and live wrenching sessions.
It proves that a passion for classic vehicles knows no age – and doesn’t require a big budget. This area promotes dialogue between generations, brings fresh energy into the scene, and makes the classic car hobby accessible to everyone.
A vibrant meeting point full of enthusiasm, exchange and inspiration – a permanent part of the show since 2023.
Modern Classics
The Classics of Tomorrow
Modern. Trendsetting. Collectible: The Modern Classics section at the Bremen Classic Motorshow shines a spotlight on vehicles that are already sought-after collector’s items – and whose value is likely to continue rising in the years to come. On display are carefully selected models from the late 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s that, thanks to their engineering, exclusivity or design, clearly have the potential to become future classics with serious investment appeal.
Whether it’s a first-generation Porsche 911 GT3, a BMW M3 (E36) GT or a Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM Coupé – these cars represent an era when performance, engineering and personality spoke their own unique language. Japanese icons like the Honda NSX prove that automotive excellence knows no borders – and continue to thrill collectors around the globe.
But this isn’t about multi-million-pound supercars. It’s about high-quality, still-accessible vehicles that already have rarity value today and will be even more desirable tomorrow. Modern Classics highlights what collectors and connoisseurs are paying attention to right now. This area is not a sales platform, but a source of inspiration – an invitation to discover the next chapter of automotive passion. For all those who aren’t just looking back, but have an eye on what’s to come: the classics of tomorrow.
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V8-Special
American Classics with a Powerful Presence
Few features define American classic cars as much as their centrepiece: the V8 engine. Powerful, full of character, and with a distinctive sound, it stands for an automotive culture that fascinates people all over the world — and continues to inspire countless fans to this day.
Since 2018, the BCM has teamed up with Helge Thomsen from MOTORAVER Verlag to spotlight a different exciting V8 theme each year. Stylishly presented in past editions: survivors, movie cars, surf cars, pickup trucks, hot rods, and station wagons — always showcasing a carefully curated selection of remarkable US vehicles that impress not only with performance but also with personality.
This dedicated V8 section has long become a true crowd favorite — for everyone who appreciates American car culture with heart and horsepower.
Red List of Everyday Cars
Everyday classics with true rarity value
Once omnipresent, now almost extinct: The “Red List of Everyday Cars” shines a light on vehicles that were once produced in the millions and formed an integral part of everyday life and have precisely for that reason become true rarities today. Whether it’s an Opel Kadett C, BMW E21, Renault R16, Ford Granada estate or Peugeot 504 saloon – each one tells a story of daily life in decades past.
What began as an online feature during the 2022 digital edition of the Bremen Classic Motorshow has since become a true audience favourite. Both at the show and on the event’s YouTube channel, this format sparks memories, stirs emotions and celebrates the once unremarkable heroes of the road.
Many visitors find themselves instantly transported back in time – to childhood journeys in the back seat, their first driving lessons or that long-cherished youthful dream on four wheels. A heartfelt reunion with old companions that surprises, touches, and reminds us that even the seemingly ordinary classics have their own special story to tell.
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Petromobilia Auction
Originals for Collectors and Enthusiasts
Dive into the golden age of the automobile with the Petromobilia Auction “Oil & Rust” – a special highlight of the Bremen Classic Motorshow. Experts from Wormser Reklame-Auktion auction original enamel signs and historic advertising materials that bring the charm of old gas station nostalgia to life.
At the auction held during BCM 2025, around 450 carefully selected lots were presented – ranging from rare enamel signs to historic illuminated signs and oil cans. Exciting bidding battles and true highlights, such as an enamel sign from the company Spido that sold for €29,000, thrilled both specialists and classic car fans.
This innovative format has proven to be a great success, bringing together not only experts but also collectors and enthusiasts. The organizers and partners are confident that the auction will remain a fixed and popular feature of the show in the years to come.
