We recently ran a story on our Morris Ten after its restoration was completed, see:
https://www.sandstone-estates.com/index.php/classic-cars-64/45-classic-cars/3786-one-of-our-favourite-cars-at-sandstone
Since we published that article we have established that our vehicle’s chassis number, 2673, identifies the car as a 1933 model and not a 1934 model as originally thought.
One of our favourite cars at Sandstone is the 1934 Morris 10 which had a partial restoration some years back but has now been completed to the highest standard by Lukas Nel. Yes! that Lukas Nel of steam locomotive fame and a man of many talents.
Sandstone is best known for its 2ft narrow gauge railway but the heritage collection extends to other areas such as classic cars. In this article let’s have a look at the collection of classic Ford cars and pick-up trucks. Click here to read more
REPORT MG INDABA - 23 SEPTEMBER 2012
A variety of beautifully restored MG’s (150 of them) started arriving at Sandstone at 10h30 on a bright and sunny Sunday morning (Friday & Saturday were heavily overcast days so all involved were thrilled with the weather). They had arrived from Fouriesburg Country Inn where they had enjoyed a cup of coffee with scones.
At the Sandstone Heritage Trust 365-days of the year, or more particularly when there is an event on such as the Kalahari Sunrise, there will always be this wonderful synergy between man and machine.
One of our passing photographers came across this interesting scene. The Model T had broken down but it attracted attention from passing motorists and the Fire Department.
Everybody piled in to help and the Model T was soon on its way.
The MG Car Club of South Africa has announced their 2012 Indaba. This will be based in Clarens but a visit to Sandstone is part of the programme.
Click here for full details:
MG 2012 Indaba Package Options - 292KB (opens in new window)
MG 2012 Indaba Registration Form - 290KB (opens in new window)
Should you be interested in participating in this event, please contact the MG Car Club direct.
South African Veteran and Vintage Association visits Sandstone during Steam Gala.
The Sandstone Heritage Trust - A unique Eastern Free State destination
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Sandstone Heritage Trust - News
An attempt on the World Land speed record for a Steam Powered Car is being planned in Britain, the car build program is fairly advanced already. The chassis is complete, as are most of the suspension and powertrain components. One of the four boilers is on test and as soon as the optimum output has been established the constructors will be in a position to begin the final assembly of the car. Information regarding the background as well as technical detailsof the vehicle can be found on the website for this project at www.steamcar.co.uk
Sandstone Heritage Trust - News
September 2006
The Sandstone Heritage Trust will be participating in this special overland safari between Johannesburg and Nairobi in September 2006. The vehicle chosen is a 1947 Ford V8 Pickup.
The Sandstone Heritage Trust has a large selection of vehicles to choose from but this particular item has been chosen in order due to the inherent reliability of these vehicles and the fact that it has good clearance and good load carrying capacity. We understand that the tour is fully booked.
Sandstone Heritage Trust - News
14th December 2006
Many people ask us what was the first item ever acquired by the Sandstone Heritage Trust. In fact it is a 1950 Land Rover Series I which has been in the ownership of the Trust, or at least the Trust's benefactors, since 1961. It is still in daily use as these pictures will show. It is a working vehicle at Sandstone Estates in the Eastern Free State. It has great sentimental value to the Trust because it has been in our possession since before many of the people who work on the estate were born.
Sandstone Heritage Trust - News
24th January 2007
2007 is the year that we bring our classic cars, military vehicles, vintage cars, and old commercial vehicles out of retirement and into the sunlight.
Our completely original 1907 International is in running order and simply needs a good service.
Sadly it is too modern for the London to Brighton Run.
Heritage - News
6th December 2007
The Sandstone Heritage Trust maintains a collection of vintage tractors and some classic cars on an associated property between Johannesburg and Pretoria. On this property is a fully restored 1930's Service Station which is completely authentic in all respects.
We were recently privileged to host the MG Car Club on one of their regular outings on 11th November. The Club has kindly provided the following pictures which give a good account of the day's activities. The highlight for many was to drive a number of the many Sandstone Heritage Trust vintage tractors and also to acquaint themselves with our Sentinel S4 Steam Truck. 
Heritage - News
25th February 2008
This is a well known photograph but we have a copy of it in our archives. We asked Ralph Montagu of the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu UK who it is... and he came back immediately.
The car is a Bugatti Cordon Bleu driven by Raymond Mays in about 1923.
So much more interesting than Formula One in our opinion.
