As the nearest old car clubs were in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, it was decided by several enthusiasts in George to start a club in this area. A group of nine old car owners and enthusiasts held an inaugural meeting on 3 June 1988, and so the Southern Cape Old Car Club was born. A sum of R35 was collected to cover initial stationery and postage costs!
Under the auspices of the Eastern Province Veteran Car Club to begin with, the club held monthly outings for the ever-growing number of members. Soon we were accepted by SAVVA and became an independent club.
In 1997 the SCOCC organized the first George Old Car Show, which was held on a smallholding. This popular annual event has developed during the years into a major display of approximately 700 vehicles.
Two of the original founder members are currently serving on the SCOCC Committee and the membership has grown to approximately 180 families.