A convoy of classic cars has set off on a 1,670-mile (2,688km) trip to Monte Carlo in a popular rally.
Porsches and Minis were among dozens of vehicles that left Paisley this evening for the journey to the French Riviera.
Other starting points include Barcelona, Turin, Copenhagen and Reims for the Monte Carlo Classic Rally, which was first held in 1911.
Commonwealth judo gold medallist and Royal Marine Chris Sherrington was the first to set off with his wife Zoe in their 1966 Triumph Spitfire Mark II.
The pair are driving the stage between Scotland and Reims to raise money for Help For Heroes.
The cars travelling all the way to Monte Carlo will head for Dover, then travel across the French Alps if all goes to plan, reaching their final destination at the end of next week.
Rally co-ordinator Douglas Anderson said: "This was another memorable occasion enjoyed by young and old alike.
"Once again, Paisley Abbey provided a stunning backdrop to the glamour of the cars, and the public turned out to support the event.
"I would like to wish bon voyage to all the drivers currently on their way to France for the adventure that lies ahead for them."
Paisley has been the UK starting point of the rally for two years, celebrating the town's links with classic cars through the former Hillman Imp factory.
Renfrewshire Council leader Mark Macmillan said: "We are delighted to have welcomed this prestigious event back to Paisley after a successful debut last year.
"Our hosting of this event fits perfectly with the ambitious plans we have to use culture and heritage to drive a wide-ranging programme of regeneration over the next decade.
"That will include a bid for UK City of Culture in 2021 and events like the Monte are helping to establish the town as a key destination on Scotland's cultural map."
The rally was created by Prince Albert I in an attempt to bring wealthy car owners to the famous casinos of the French Riviera.
The first race was won by Frenchman Henri Rougier in a 25-horsepower Turcat-Mery.
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