We are delighted to announce that group sponsors Peter James Insurance have been shortlisted for an award at the UK Broker Awards 2024!Big congratulations to Dave Youngs and the team at Peter James Insurance - we are delighted to have your support and to offer your quality services and products to our members. We wish you the very best of luck at the Finals! Get a quote from Peter James Insurance now - just click on the image below.
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🚗 Celebrate Your Passion for Classic Cars with Exclusive Club Merchandise! 🚗Are you a true classic car enthusiast? Show off your love for British classic cars with our exclusive range of merchandise, now available at Logo That Polo! Whether you’re a proud owner or an admirer, our collection has something for everyone.
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Visit Logo That Polo today and gear up with the best in classic car club merchandise. Let’s celebrate our shared passion for these timeless beauties together! 🚗✨ Our club code unlocks a £4.00 discount off single-day adult ticket prices or £2 off family, child & multi-day tickets. The club discount will be applied to Advance ticket prices before midnight on Thurs 7 Nov and Show Open ticket prices thereafter.
Full ticket information at: www.necclassicmotorshow.com/ticket-information. We encourage members, friends and followers to purchase tickets before 17 October for our club to earn additional benefits. Tickets purchased after that date do not benefit our club.
Written by Gar Cole. 20-22 September 2024
Featuring the original group name 'Built Before 1985', newly reduced to clear at just 25p + shipping. Can be peeled off glass and re-used in another vehicle.
When they're gone, they're gone; a new sticker version bearing the shortened group name is in the works, but not yet available. Click here or on the image below to order. We are delighted to have reached another milestone with our club YouTube channel - we passed the 700 subscriber mark a few days ago. There is an entire team setting aside time, effort and money to help build a quality channel for everyone to enjoy, so it is rewarding for the team when that effort and input is recognised with growing popularity.
We are still well short of the levels required by YouTube before our channel can be monetized to help fund the club, so if you haven't watched or subscribed to the channel yet, please consider doing so - there are currently 105 videos available to watch. It's entirely free and would really help us get there. The explore the channel and subscribe, click on this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyJ158q2hAcRNwLSr_ak8jA?sub_confirmation=1 Try our club scheme - just call the friendly team at Peter James Insurance on 0121 274 5392 and remember to tell them you're a member of Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles to get all the benefits of the scheme.
If you prefer doing things online, click here: https://rb.gy/0cs42d Spring/Summer collection now available![]() Get yourself kitted out with our high quality club branded clothing and merchandise. Most items of clothing are available in a range of sizes and colours, and can be personalised for a small additional charge. Shown below is just a selection of the full range - visit the store to see the full collection by clicking here. Our Club Shop is managed by ‘Logo That Polo’ on our behalf. Click on any item for details, available colours, sizing and pricing. Note: Personalised garments can not be returned if size is incorrect; please refer to size guide against each product or contact Logo That Polo if you are concerned. Our group YouTube Channel has reached another milestone - 65K views! Thanks to all those who have contributed or supported the channel in any way .
We're just a handful of subscribers off the next milestone of 700 subscribers, so if you haven't subscribed already, please help us out by doing so - it costs nothing. Click this link or the image below to subscribe - and thank you in advance: https://shorturl.at/1WsZh The Department for Transport (DfT) and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) have launched a call for evidence around the existing policies and registration processes for historic, classic, and rebuilt vehicles. SummaryDVLA, acting on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport, is responsible for vehicle registration and licensing across the UK. The law states that every vehicle keeper must notify DVLA of any changes that are made to their vehicle (regardless of the age of the vehicle) which result in the particulars set out in the vehicle registration certificate (V5C) becoming incorrect. The processes in place allow for updates to be made to the vehicle record held at DVLA, which are then output on the V5C and shared with law enforcement partners. DVLA receives notifications of changes made to vehicles which have been rebuilt, converted to electric or radically altered to such an extent that it can affect the identity of the vehicle. When assessing these vehicles, DVLA’s main interest is to establish whether a vehicle has been newly constructed and that road safety has not been compromised as a result. For example, a kit-built vehicle or one that has been restored or rebuilt to its original specification using enough of the original vehicle to retain its original registration number. DVLA also assesses whether extensive or multiple changes over time mean that a vehicle can no longer be accurately described as the original vehicle and assess that these are safe to be used on the public road. It is of course the case that many components in vehicles through wear and tear will need replacing such as tyres, wipers and lights, for example, to remain safely in use on the roads and as appropriate. These policies have been designed to ensure that general wear and tear does not trigger a new identity. In some cases, depending on the appearance of the vehicle a revised description on the record held by DVLA and the V5C may be appropriate. For example, where a car has its roof removed to become a convertible. This call for evidence explains the current policies used for identifying such vehicles and the registration processes for them, which have been in place for many years. We are seeking your expert knowledge about whether these policies need updating, in particular to reflect evolving technologies that support the restoration and rebuilding of vehicles, along with vehicles that are being converted to electric. We also want to know if you have any suggestions based on your knowledge and expertise in this area that may assist in improving the registration process for these vehicles. DVLA questions about the processThe questions for which responses are invited can be found here: https://shorturl.at/ZAVaH how to respondThe call for evidence period began on 9 May 2024 and will run for 8 weeks until 4 July 2024.
Vehicle Registration Policy Call for Evidence C2 East DVLA Swansea SA6 7JL Please make sure that your response reaches us before the closing date. You can contact [email protected] if you need alternative formats. For example, paper copies, audio formats. Written by Dave Youngs, Partnerships Director for Peter James Insurance. It’s been a fantastic start to the Spring for us as we plan out all the events that the Peter James Insurance team will be present at throughout the summer months as a new season gets underway. It was great to see the Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles team at the Practical Classics Restoration Show last month and, as usual, there was a great range of cars on display. One of the questions I get asked the most about insurance is around the retention of the salvage if your pre’85 classic is written off. There are lots of myths, and inaccuracies around how this works out, should the unthinkable happen to your treasured classic. What do we mean by Salvage Retention?Firstly, we should define what it means when your car is a write-off, sometimes referred to as a total loss. This is where your vehicle has been damaged beyond economic repair or deemed not safe to be driven again. It is the engineer who inspects the car after the accident that determines this and the category of loss. If you’ve used the Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles Insurance offer, your policy includes FREE salvage retention which means that you retain the vehicle should it be deemed a ‘write-off’. In this case, you would receive a full settlement and retain the vehicle’s salvage with no deduction, other than policy excess.
Many other classic insurance brokers also advertise ‘salvage retention’ in their marketing. It is not until you examine the policy details that you see that this is just an option to purchase the salvage in the event of a total loss. Salvage can typically cost up to 35% of the vehicle’s pre-accident agreed value so the Peter James offer of FREE salvage is a generous one! There are four categories of insurance classification following an accident and these have been updated in recent years. The first two allow you to retain the salvage, these are:
Another quick reminder of the key benefits that EBMV Insurance offers you for your pre’85 classic:
Call our club's dedicated insurance line 0121 274 5392 or visit www.britishmotorvehicles.com/insurance for more details and to use our quick quote service We were at the NEC for the Practical Classics Restoration Show 2024 and we're keen to share the best of the best with you! Starting with a quick look at our club stand, we go on walkabout around the entire show to bring you the best cars, the best displays and the most interesting exhibits. Filmed in Napier's Art Deco City on the final day of the 2024 Art Deco Celebrations. Features the famous Soapbox Derby, a number of British and American classic cars and fire appliances as well as scenes from the city streets on a lovely sunny Sunday morning. The monthly car meet at Perfume Point, Napier New Zealand took place on Sunday 4 February 2024 and this month turnout wasn't the largest, but nevertheless there were some great cars to enjoy and some very friendly owners who were keen to tell us about their cars. A Winter Collection to keep you warmOur Club Shop is managed by ‘Logo That Polo’ on our behalf. Click on any item for details, available colours, sizing and pricing. Most items of clothing are available in a range of sizes and colours, and can be personalised for a small additional charge. Note: Items are personalised garments and can not be returned if size is incorrect, please refer to size guide against each product or contact Logo That Polo if you are concerned. On 19 January 2024, dozens of members of the Auckland MG Car Club arrived at Perfume Point in Napier. They were touring New Zealand's North Island in celebration of 100 years of MG Cars and what a friendly bunch they were! Several proud owners stopped to talk to us about their classics and the display included everything from pre-war roadsters right up to today's full EV models bearing the MG name. Our YouTube channel has reached yet another milestone - this one is 55,000 views of our videos! Thanks to everyone who has supported us thus far - and if you haven't, it's not too late - just click this link to check out the channel: https://shorturl.at/qFJW7
Written by Paul Sweeney. Held on the first Sunday of every month, lovely summer weather brought out the classic car fraternity in droves to the meet at Perfume Point last weekend and I was there - Go Pro in hand - to film some of the British, American and European cars that caught my eye. Written by Gar Cole.
Another month is behind us and it's time once again to thank everyone who has contributed to the group in any way. Whether it was a post, a comment or even just a reaction, we at Admin Towers do notice and appreciate you helping to keep our community alive - so thank you all.
Extra-special appreciation is due to the Top 10 contributors in December, who were: We're excited to celebrate the New Year by launching our own classic car insurance scheme in association with Peter James Insurance whose experts have designed a scheme to provide real value and benefit to our members. The team at Peter James Insurance will also handle all aspects of administering the scheme. Designed exclusively for our members, Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles Insurance provides access to a range of benefits that are included in each policy at no additional charge. Why choose Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles Insurance? Policy benefits can include*:
What does free salvage retention mean? Few of us ever consider what would happen to our treasured classic in the event of a total loss. Maybe we just assume that we’d be paid out the value and that would be the end of it, and with most insurance companies this would likely be the case. Sometimes you might get the opportunity to buy the car back or have the value of the salvage deducted from your settlement offer, but in most instances, it’ll get sold on at a salvage auction with the proceeds of the sale going back to the insurer to offset the pay-out. The Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles scheme is different. If the car cannot be economically repaired then, under the terms of your policy, you will receive the full agreed value of the car (minus any excess) PLUS you can have the salvage returned with no deduction from the settlement. This could provide a valuable supply of parts which might keep another classic on the road or you might even be able to rebuild the car yourself if you’ve the skills and available parts. The salvage retention benefits apply to all cars over 20 years old on a multi-car policy too so will cover all ages of classic car (not just pre-85’s) if you’re fortunate enough to have a collection. You’ll need to tell Peter James that you are a group member in order to have this benefit included within your policy at no additional charge. How can I get a quote?
Phone The quickest and easiest way is to call the dedicated team at Peter James Insurance on 0121 274 5392. Remember to say you are a member of the Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles club. Online If you are looking to insure a single vehicle then you can obtain a quick quote online by clicking on the link below. The quick quote system is easy to use – you can receive a price after answering just six questions! MULTI-VEHICLE POLICIES For multi-vehicle policies please call 0121 274 5392 MODERN CLASSICS For modern classic policies please call 0121 274 5392 Finally, a New Year's Resolution you can easily keep!How? It's simple ... get a great insurance deal from Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles Insurance! Its the exciting new car insurance service exclusive to our members that's coming early in the New Year.
Right now it's all hush-hush so we're not allowed to reveal any more, but watch this space for details - including how to get your quote - coming very soon! We are thrilled to announce that our YouTube channel, Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles, has reached a new milestone of 550 subscribers and a whopping 50,000 views! This is a significant achievement for us, and we are incredibly grateful for the support and enthusiasm of our viewers. Our channel has been dedicated to sharing the beauty and heritage of British motor vehicles with enthusiasts around the world. From in-depth looks at classic car restorations to exciting coverage of car shows and events, we’ve strived to create content that resonates with our audience. Reaching 550 subscribers is a testament to the enduring interest in classic cars and the community we’ve built together. We’re excited to see such engagement and passion for the content we produce. The 50,000 views milestone highlights the reach and impact our videos have had, and it motivates us to continue delivering high-quality, informative, and entertaining content. As we celebrate these milestones, we’re also setting our sights on the future. We aim to grow our channel even further and reach more classic car enthusiasts. If you haven’t already subscribed, we invite you to join our community and help us reach our next goal. For our current subscribers, we encourage you to share our channel with friends and family who share your passion for classic British motor vehicles. Just click on this link to visit the channel now: https://www.youtube.com/@enthusiastsofbritishmotors Some of the most popular videos on our channel, Enthusiasts of British Motor Vehicles, include:
We couldn’t have reached these milestones without you. Here’s to many more subscribers and views in the future! 🚗💨🎉
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