VKCA Kart Show Rules
These Show Rules follow the philosophy of the VKCA Mission Statement by respecting the historical significance of vintage karts and recognizing originality of equipment
General
There are three judging categories, Un-restored Original, Restored Original and Modified that encompass the essence of vintage karts. A Best of Show Award by people’s choice may be part of the vintage event as an additional non-judged category.
Un–restored Original
 | An original kart that has not been restored |
| Original tires or period correct tires |
| Original upholstery desired over new material |
| Minor touch-up to the original paint not exceeding 10% is acceptable |
| No re-chroming or refinishing of metal surfaces |
| Engines may be internally restored to factory specifications including over bore |
| Engines may be repainted and have new decals |
| Engines may be no more than one year newer than chassis |
| No powder coating allowed |
| Three period accessory items acceptable, such as gas tank, exhaust, etc. |
Restored Original
| Restored to factory appearance |
| Original tires or period correct tires |
| New upholstery acceptable |
| Re-chroming or refinishing of metal surfaces to factory specifications only |
| Engines may be internally restored to factory specifications including over bore |
| Engines may be repainted and have new decals |
| Engines may be no more than one year newer than chassis |
| No powder coating allowed except on sidewinder karts |
| Three period accessory items acceptable, such as gas tank, exhaust, etc. |
Modified
| Not meeting the requirements in the above categories |
| Modifications with factory or home made items okay |
| Tires, wheels, and accessories may be of any year within vintage era |
| Engines of any year are acceptable |
| May be powder coated |
Judging
A panel of three shall constitute the official judges for determining the eligibility and compliance of karts to meet the three categories and deciding the winners.
Best of show
This is determined by people’s choice ballot and is a separate award. It is given to the most popular kart by ballots from participants and/or spectators at the vintage event.
Awards
Awards of some nature may be given to the winners of each category. Awards may be trophies, certificates, or other item signifying the win.