Free Tool

Free Car Show Class Generator

Build a practical class structure based on your event type, expected turnout, vehicle mix, and how detailed you want the competition to be.

Build Your Class Plan

Tell us about your show and we'll recommend a class structure.

An estimate is fine. This helps determine how detailed your classes should be.

Vehicles Expected
Stock and Modified
Class Detail

Enough separation to create meaningful competition without making the class list unnecessarily complicated.

Recommended Class Structure

Generate a class plan to see a recommended structure here.

What Makes a Good Car Show Class?

A good class groups vehicles in a way that creates meaningful competition, avoids too much overlap, and fits the size and vehicle mix of your event.

How Many Classes Should a Car Show Have?

There is no universal number. The right amount depends on your turnout, vehicle mix, and how detailed you want the competition to be.

Stock Versus Modified Classes

Some shows separate Stock and Modified to keep the competition fair, while others keep them together for a simpler structure. It depends on your event and the vehicles you expect.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What classes should I have at my car show?

    Start with the type of event, the vehicles you expect, and about how many will attend. Group similar vehicles, then add a class only where the split creates a fairer competition.

  • How many classes should my car show have?

    Enough that different vehicles are not forced into a meaningless comparison, and few enough that classes are not empty. Expected turnout and the vehicle mix should set the limit.

  • What is the difference between Stock and Modified?

    Stock usually means the vehicle is still close to its factory configuration. Modified means it has meaningful changes. Each show has to define that line for itself.

  • Can I edit the generated classes?

    Yes. Rename a class, change the order, remove one, or add another. Copy the list when you are ready to use it.

Related Resources

CarShow Coordinator

When you are ready to run the show

The tools above are free to use, but when you want registration, check-in, judging, and awards in one place, CarShow Coordinator can help.

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