The Distinguished Gentleman's Drive
On Sunday, 29 September 2024, thousands of dapper gentlefolk will come together to drive their classic cars in cities around the world. Their mission: to raise funds and awareness for men’s health.
Drive for men's health
Founded in 2021 as a natural offshoot of the famous Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive is an on-road motoring event that showcases classic cars (cars that are 40 or more years old). Vintage car owners and enthusiasts are encouraged to dress dapper and drive for men’s health, with thousands of drivers rallying in cities around the world.
Movember is the Drive’s official charity partner. Funds raised are invested in vital research and initiatives for prostate cancer and men’s mental health, supporting the wellbeing of men around the world.
Where and when?
The 2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive is on Sunday, September 29. Drives are held in cities around the world, helped by passionate volunteers.
Drivers register on the Gentleman's Drive website and are encouraged to create their profile to share with their family and friends, with the goal of raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health.
Drive with us
Registrations are open for this year's Distinguished Gentleman's Drive.
Sign up with your classic 40-plus-year-old car, get your friends and family to show their support, and dress dapper to raise funds and awareness for men’s health.
What classic cars are eligible?
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive is for vehicles that are 40 or more years old. It’s all about connecting classic motoring enthusiasts with dapper charm at an event that is unique and spectacular.
Eligible vehicles in The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive must be designed and initially manufactured before December 31, 1984 (with some exceptions for replicas and identical run-on models). This ensures that all participating vehicles are in the spirit and style of the event.
Vehicles should of course be registered, insured, and in good mechanical condition. Check out the car guide if in doubt.
How to dress dapper
Participants and their passengers dress in a way that embodies the theme of the event: the style and finesse of a bygone era.
Imagine sharp and dapper attire that complements the elegant design of their vehicles. That means classy and stylish, dashing and rakish. Think tailored suits, silk ties, cravats, waist coats, cufflinks, and find your way from there.
The Drive's dress guide has plenty of information to get you inspired.
Other ways to support the Drive
The best way to support The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive is to sponsor a driver or drive. Just search for the name of who you want to sponsor and donate accordingly.
The DGD dashboard finder shows all participating countries and cities where drives are happening. If you want to hold a drive in your city, all you need to do is register to host, outlining whether you want to host a public event or do something for your club.
Get your club involved
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive is the perfect event for your car club. You are encouraged to promote the event if your members have eligible vehicles.
Save the date and spread the word with your members. Plenty of options are open to you: you can join an existing Drive in the same city; host a public or private event (the Drive can cater for multiple events in the same city); or simply list the Drive as a club-endorsed event.