It was the first time Shane or David had been to the Dungog event and both are stoked that they made the journey.

Shane won Best Rad Rod for his patina 1949 Bedford Light Truck, while Dave was awarded People's Choice for his 1979 Ducati 900 SuperSport.

According to Shane, the 'Rad Rod' category is about reconditioning an old vehicle to resemble its age but using modern mechanics to ensure it runs well.

Part of the look is giving it a 'patina' exterior - a term used to describe a vehicle that wears its history in its outer metal - in other words, rusty.

Shane has been working on his truck for the past 10 years after finding it in a paddock near Jindabyne.

"I saved it," Shane explained. "But owes me - my wallet," he laughed.

This style of vehicle was just one of the many on display at the annual car show that draws people in from around the State.

"There was lots of competition," Shane said, which made his win all the more enjoyable.

"If you're not first, you're last. The trophy went straight to the pool room," Shane smiled.

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For Dave, the win was more cathartic.

"I'm over the moon," Dave said.

"We're not just owners, we're custodians. They (the vehicles) get passed on," Dave smiled.

Dave has owned the rare motorcycle for around three years, after purchasing off an old friend's estate.

"There were only 900 produced."

While it wasn't the first time either of them had entered a car show, it was first time with these vehicles. And neither really knew each other before the show. Although Dave, who owns the car wash in Gloucester, recognised Shane from the times he'd been in to wash the truck. Not to mention the fact that it's quite a distinct vehicle and has been used to chariot Santa around town recently.

Both are keen to head down next year.