noun
classic vehicle club; antique vehicle club
Only when written 旧車会
A club for enthusiasts of classic cars or motorcycles. The term itself is neutral, but some groups may have a rebellious image.
彼は旧車会に入って、古いバイクをレストアしている。
He joined a classic vehicle club and is restoring an old motorcycle.
noun
customized classic motorcycle group; biker group riding customized old bikes
Often refers to groups with a distinct style, sometimes associated with bosozoku culture. The spelling 旧車會 is especially common for this nuance.
On weekends, members of the classic bike group gather with their customized motorcycles.
Compound of 旧 (old/classic) + 車 (vehicle) + 会 (club/group). The variant 舊 is the kyūjitai form of 旧, giving a nostalgic or old-school feel.