So you think classic car runs only take place in your backyard, so to speak? Argentina's equivalent of the revived Mille Miglia, the 1000 Millas Sport Argentina, has been running for 20 years. Classic Driver reminds us that in November "more than 200 historic vehicles built between 1915 and 1981 will again take to the roads of Patagonia, with its lakes, valleys and mountains." Patagonia is a beautiful area with, by the way, a magical railway journey awaiting those who'd rather not drive

The 1000 Millas Sport Argentina is unique in that it allows a wide variety of cars to compete. Bear in mind it was in this country that five-times F1 Champion Juan Fangio honed his skills driving modified American cars in local road races. Each stage will start and finish at the magnificent Llao Llao Hotel & Resort and organisers say that "at the end of each day, men and cars will rest". Including the ladies, it is presumed, for this is not a macho event although participants have included F1 stars Sir Stirling Moss, Jacques Laffite, René Arnoux, and the late Carlos Reutemann. FIVA world calendar. The entries are grouped into Sport, Grand Touring and Touring categories, with further divisions according to marque and engine capacity, plus awards for ladies, journalists, personalities, newcomers and habitués."

The latter category suggests that you and I could compete if only we had a suitable car. Plus a few bucks to cover expenses.

[Photo: 1000 Millas Sport Argentina]