Tony Leeding; the Arena Manager for the annual Shrewsbury Steam Rally has achieved his ambition of restoring a 83-year old Guy Vix-Ant 3-4 ton lorry. His dream project is finally reaching fruition after 25years of work on the 3.7litre, ¾ ton lorry. He is looking forward to bringing his immaculately restored and well-loved classic 1942 Vix-Ant vehicle to the County of Salop Steam Engine Society’s 2025 Rally.
The Vix-Ant lorry was a wartime production vehicle developed in 1936 for the military by commercial vehicle manufacturer Guy Motors and his lorry was registered DJW 426 in 1942. Tony is a Fellow of the Institute of Carpenters and has used his skills to ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy the heritage of this commercial vehicle, which was originally purchased by Iron and Steel merchants W.A.Dukes of New Invention, Wolverhampton.
Tony Leeding said: “Now that I have finished the restoration with its new paintwork and original features I am sure that this will prove really popular at the family-friendly two-day event that promises to delight visitors to the beautiful setting of Onslow Park, Shrewsbury. The 2025 Rally takes place on the August Bank Holiday, Sunday 24th August and Monday 25th August. Shrewsbury Steam Rally is ‘Shropshire’s Largest Steam & Vintage Vehicle Rally’ and is considered to be one of the best in the UK.
