Complementary accommodation was provided at a nearby resort for all car owners and VIP guests. After a continental breakfast around the swimming pool of The House, the next day was the occasion for invited guests to admire the classic cars displayed on the grounds of the property. Visitors were given the opportunity to vote for their favorite cars, and while the most impressive cars certainly were the 1929 Ford Model A, and the magnificent Rolls Royce Corniche, the “people’s favorite” was a Red Morgan in immaculate condition! Red was also the color of the Racing Team VDS, one of the most successful private racing teams ever, which was established in Belgium in 1965 by Count Rodolf van der Straten Ponthoz, Gerry’s grandfather. A photo exhibition of the Racing Team VDS cars, which won numerous victories until 1983, was exhibited on the grounds of the property.

At noon on the same day, the cars and their lucky owners left Insii Thai House and drove on to the ancient city of Chiangsaen. Lunch was served at the Chiangsaen National Museum, courtesy of The Legend Boutique River Resort & Spa , and every owner was invited on a guided tour of the museum by its director, Khun Pramot. The rest of the day was left open for the cars (and their owners) to enjoy the landscapes and monuments of the Golden Triangle, to stop for coffee along the Maekong River or even to go on a shopping spree to Maesai. On the evening of Saturday 12 th, every car arrived at The Legend Boutique River Resort & Spa, where they checked-into their complementary rooms just before dinner. A beautiful buffet dinner, during which guests were entertained by Chiangmai American resident Scott Jones, was served by the hotel. While the whole event was hosted by Insii Thai House, sponsors and partners were to surprise the classic car owners even more with giveaways, such as valuable golden Regnas presentation boxes, high quality Ovidias Belgian chocolate, impressive ostrich eggs artistically decorated with New Zealand shells, as well as a beautiful painting of the Princess Mother.