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What happens to our beloved classic cars when the people who know how to restore, maintain and preserve them eventually put down the tools?

It's a question many enthusiasts have asked—but David Dyer decided to do something about it.

In this episode of Let's Drive Together with Glenn Ridge, Glenn sits down with David Dyer, founder of The Modern Classic Car Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to training the next generation of tradespeople who will keep classic motoring alive for decades to come.

Based at Bankstown Airport, the Foundation combines apprenticeship programs with hands-on restoration, maintenance and specialist vehicle projects, ensuring the skills that have shaped Australia's automotive culture aren't lost to time.

From MGAs and MGBs to resto-mods and even electrified classics, David shares his passion for preserving automotive heritage while embracing the realities of a changing industry.

Whether you're a classic car owner, collector, restorer or simply someone who loves cars, this conversation explores why the future of our hobby depends on investing in the next generation.

At Famous Insurance, we understand that classic cars are more than machines—they're stories, memories and passions worth protecting. That's why conversations like this matter.