ONE
of the biggest custom car shows in the nation was launched yesterday at
the BRIDEX Centre in Jerudong to the delight of the many participants
showcasing their rides and visitors.
The first-ever Borneo Kustom Show 2016 (BKS 2016) was officiated by the guest of honour, Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muhammad Abdul Haffiz YAM Pengiran Sura Negara Pengiran Anak Hj Muhammad Bey Muntassir, as well as President of Independent Motorcycle Club (IMC) Brunei Asmalee Ariffin, who is also the organising chairman of BKS 2016, and Managing Director of Cityneon Brunei Dato’ Jack Ting Chai.
In his welcoming remarks, the organising chairman said that the event is held to promote Brunei as well as Borneo as a nation and an island with so much to offer.
“We (IMC) have noticed the fast -growing number of motorsport enthusiasts in Borneo in the past few years and its about time to show the rest of the world our unique and strong community of cars and motorcycles enthusiasts,” he said.
The high-octane event, which is managed by Cityneon Brunei and ends today, is packed with unique customised vehicles ranging from monstrous off-roaders, fully customised Minis, classic restored vehicles dating back to the 1960s and even one of the most popular Pontiac Trans Ams to date – the Knight Industries Two Thousand (KITT) from the popular series Knight Rider.
An estimate of more than 200 customised cars and around 50 customised motorcycles are on display inside and outside of the hall.
Apart from the head-turning vehicles, BKS 2016 features a list of vendors that are offering motor vehicle-related accessories. In addition, there are a number of local artists performing throughout the course of the event.
BKS 2016 is open from 9am to 10pm today. Entrance fee is $5 per person and is inclusive of a chance to win prizes at a lucky draw.
The Brunei Times
The first-ever Borneo Kustom Show 2016 (BKS 2016) was officiated by the guest of honour, Yang Amat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muhammad Abdul Haffiz YAM Pengiran Sura Negara Pengiran Anak Hj Muhammad Bey Muntassir, as well as President of Independent Motorcycle Club (IMC) Brunei Asmalee Ariffin, who is also the organising chairman of BKS 2016, and Managing Director of Cityneon Brunei Dato’ Jack Ting Chai.
In his welcoming remarks, the organising chairman said that the event is held to promote Brunei as well as Borneo as a nation and an island with so much to offer.
“We (IMC) have noticed the fast -growing number of motorsport enthusiasts in Borneo in the past few years and its about time to show the rest of the world our unique and strong community of cars and motorcycles enthusiasts,” he said.
The high-octane event, which is managed by Cityneon Brunei and ends today, is packed with unique customised vehicles ranging from monstrous off-roaders, fully customised Minis, classic restored vehicles dating back to the 1960s and even one of the most popular Pontiac Trans Ams to date – the Knight Industries Two Thousand (KITT) from the popular series Knight Rider.
An estimate of more than 200 customised cars and around 50 customised motorcycles are on display inside and outside of the hall.
Apart from the head-turning vehicles, BKS 2016 features a list of vendors that are offering motor vehicle-related accessories. In addition, there are a number of local artists performing throughout the course of the event.
BKS 2016 is open from 9am to 10pm today. Entrance fee is $5 per person and is inclusive of a chance to win prizes at a lucky draw.
The Brunei Times
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