2025 Countryside Tour
If driving your classic sports car is your main passion, we invite you to join us for the Countryside Tour. It is hosted by the Greater Pittsburgh MG Club, with help from the Western PA Triumph Association. Participation is limited to sports & GT cars produced in 1983 and earlier*
Bud Osbourne conceived the Countryside Tour in 2012 as part of the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. Bud has handed over the reins to Derek Kuntz and Marla Taylor-Kuntz. Bud will still be involved, of course – thank you for all you do, Bud.
The tour departs from the Ramada Inn in the lovely and historic town of Ligonier and follows a delightful collection of scenic, twisting, lightly traveled back roads through Pennsylvania’s beautiful Laurel Highlands. Be advised that this is a DRIVING tour and not for the faint of heart. We cover many miles, and it’s all back roads at a brisk pace!
Car Eligibility
Participation is limited to sports & GT cars produced in 1983 and earlier. We will accept a small number of newer cars, upon review. As the Spotlight Car of the 2025 Mazda Miata's of all year's will be accepted.
Schedule
- Registration at Ligonier Ramada Inn: 8:00 AM
- First Group Starts: 9:00 AM
- Lunch at Jamison Farm: 1:00 – 2:30 PM
- An alternate tour is available from Jamison Farm afterward
Optional Afternoon Tour
We’ve included an optional afternoon segment for the tour. This segment will feature well-shaded but gloriously twisting, plunging Pennsylvania back roads. We may also include stops at some local points of interest, both historical and recreational, before winding our way back to our “headquarters”, the Ramada Inn of Ligonier, for poolside cocktails and refreshments before heading out for dinner. Again, due to the distance from Pittsburgh, plus the special events planned for the night before the tour, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you book a room at the inn for Wednesday night.
Lunch at Jamison Farm
On Tour Day, traveling in groups of three or four cars only, to enhance both safety and the driving experience, we will work up a good thirst and an appetite, which will be slaked during our visit to Jamison Farm, on another country road near Crabtree, PA. Owners John and Sukey Jamison are still raising lamb and serving meals onsite, and they are excited to be our luncheon hosts, this year. John is also a British car enthusiast and has been a Countryside Tour participant for many years.
A very talented cook herself, Sukey Jamison has created a line of hand-prepared lamb dishes, which include a Lamb Stew created in collaboration with the late, great Jean-Louis Palladin and Sukey’s award-winning Lamb Pie.
Cost
Registration is $85.00 and includes both morning & afternoon tour segments, as well as lunch and refreshments for two people at Jamison Farm. Room reservations are up to the individual participants and you MUST CALL the Ramada Inn of Ligonier (724-238-9545) and mention PVGP Countryside Tour to reserve your room.
Charity
Thank you for supporting the PVGP and our charities. This show is a fundraiser that provides residential care, treatment and support for people with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities. With your help we have donated $7 million to charity since 1983.
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Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is the nation’s largest vintage street race and a premier motorsport festival, blending the excitement of racing with car shows, parties, and parades — all set against the scenic backdrop of Pittsburgh.
Now entering our 44th year, the PVGP has earned international acclaim, including back-to-back finalist honors for Motorsport Event of the Year at the 2024 and 2025 International Historic Motoring Awards. The PVGP also won the 2025 Classic Motorsports Editors’ Choice Award.
More than just a celebration of automotive history, the PVGP is driven by purpose. Since 1983, we’ve raised over $7 million to support individuals with autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities. Thanks to our passionate volunteers, attendees, and partners, the PVGP continues to thrive as a world-class event with lasting impact.