Nearly 60 vehicles, from Opels to Vauxhalls, participated in the recent Ted’s Opel Vauxhall Run raising funds for Dogs for the Disabled.

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Based in The Mills Inn in Ballyvourney the route took drivers through Farnanes, Coachford, Dripsey Model Village, and Berrings.
There, local Councillor Michael Looney, a veteran of the motor trade for 60 years, presented the "2nd Special Award" to Kieran O'Neill's Opel Kadett C Coupe.

The run continued to Pat Barry's Bar in Donoughmore for refreshments, with another staff member selecting Robbie Broderick's Holden Maloo for the "3rd Special Award."

The second leg led through Rylane, over the Butter Road to Millstreet, and back to the Mills Inn via Mullaghanish.

Staff from the Mills Inn kicked things off by selecting Sean Murnane's Opel Kadett C for the "First Special Award of the Day."
The prestigious "Best Overall Car," sponsored by Opel Ireland, went to John and Elaine Unkles' Opel Ascona B Sport.
The award was presented by Emma Toner, Marketing Director of Opel Ireland.

Back at the Mills Inn, the remaining awards were announced:
Best Opel: Sponsored by Kevin O'Leary Bandon (Main Opel Dealer), awarded to Pat Dillon's Opel Astra G OPC.
Best Vauxhall: Sponsored by Cartell.ie, awarded to Brian Crawford's Vauxhall Viva GT.
Best Modified: Sponsored by Rentokil Initial Ireland, awarded to Ian & Pat Laracy's Opel Manta 400r & Opel Ascona 400r.
Jacky Small Memorial Trophy: Awarded to Ted O'Connell's Opel Kadett C City.
Perpetual Shield: Awarded to Michael Kelly.
Spirit of the Run: Awarded to June Falvey.
Special Award No.4: Chosen by a staff member and awarded to David O'Brien's Opel Rekord.

The celebration concluded with a BBQ and lively music. The organisers extend a big "Thank You" to all participants, volunteers, and sponsors - Opel Ireland, Cartell.ie, and Casey Caravan Services.

Next year’s Ted's Opel Vauxhall Run is scheduled for August 9.