Car dealer helps Jaguar enthusiasts leap into the record books

Over 200 Jaguar cars gathered at Attingham Park in Shrewsbury on Sunday 24 June to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest parade of Jaguar cars.

The procession was organised by local Jaguar dealer Hatfields Shrewsbury, and included current and vintage models from the luxury marque, with classic E-Types and potent new XKR sports cars among the 218 vehicles in attendance.

Tony Randall, president of the Chamber of Commerce for Shropshire officially opened the event, as the convoy of cars set off from the elegant National Trust property. Drivers travelled along the four-mile route to Uffington to set the new record. Upon completion of the parade, those taking part returned to Attingham Park to be greeted by a champagne reception and hog roast, laid on by Hatfields.

“Despite some heavy rain the day was a complete success, and our efforts will be rewarded with a place in the history books,” commented Craig Petty, Sales Manager at Hatfields Jaguar Shrewsbury. “The Hatfields team is delighted to have played a part in bringing together so many enthusiasts from all over the country for this memorable occasion.

“There are few automotive marques with as rich a history as Jaguar, and the parade generated a great deal of interest from spectators along the route, who were all keen to catch a glimpse of the Jaguars, both old and new,” he concluded.

Hatfields Jaguar Shrewsbury, which organised the event, is located on Brassey Road, off Old Potts Way in Shrewsbury and displays the full range of new Jaguar models, as well as stocking a wide range of approved used cars. Hatfields is an authorised repairer for the brand, catering for all servicing and repair requirements with state-of-the-art diagnostic and mechanical equipment and factory-trained technicians. For more information contact the showroom on 01743 234 300.