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New Group Expert - Toby Bruce

29/7/2021

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We are delighted to announce that Toby Bruce has agreed to join our Group Experts team. As many of you will know, Toby has more knowledge and experience than most in an area many of us are not so clued-up about - pre-war British motors.

Please welcome and congratulate Toby and utilise his knowledge when you need it - he'll be happy to help wherever he can.
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Toby joins our existing team of Group Experts who are:
  • Daniel Hopkins of Practical Classics magazine (media & events specialist)
  • Dave Youngs of Lancaster Insurance Services (insurance & events specialist)
  • Anthony Osborne (BMC/BL specialist)
  • Daniel Bysouth a.k.a. BL Dan (body shop specialist)
  • Simon Fixter (all-round knowledge of British classics)
  • Brian Allison (all-round knowledge of British classics)
If you're unsure what a Group Expert is, here's an explanation from those nice people at Facebook:
Facebook groups are home to subject matter experts covering a breadth of topics. These knowledgeable members often join conversations to answer questions, provide insights, and offer support.

​We’ve heard from Admins how important these members are---their contributions to groups help strengthen trust among the community---and we’re continually looking for ways to make these people stand out.
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Group experts will receive a badge, making it easier for others to spot informative or insightful posts and comments, and admins can collaborate with these members to host Q&As, respond to members’ questions, and share perspectives.

We believe that group experts will support admins in fostering quality conversations and make it easier to discover valuable content, ultimately making for a more meaningful experience for members. We’re still in the early stages of testing, and we look forward to learning more about how we can help group experts take on a more significant role in groups.
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Fun facts about your favourite car group (that's us)

27/7/2021

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by Admin
  • Our group is a little over 7 years old now and has gained a loyal following of over 28,000 members worldwide
  • The Admin team consists of 6 - three based in the UK, one in the USA, one in New Zealand and 1 in the Netherlands.
  • Of the 4 original founding members only one remains and that's our chairman John Simpson, now-retired writer and mechanic for Practical Classics magazine.
  • Unusually for a Facebook group we also have our very own dot.com website, designed, built and maintained by Head of Admin Paul Sweeney. It is filled with photos of past shows and tours, blogs, latest news and our online shop, check it out at www.britishmotorvehicles.com
  • This group has a number of '1sts' to it's name; 
    • we were the first non subscription Facebook group to hold a show on the public area outside Coventry museum
    • also the first Facebook group to book a full rally at Gaydon museum. We were due to share the display area with the Rolls Royce owners club who had booked the same day, however they were horrified at the idea of sharing with a free to all Facebook group and promptly cancelled their show
  • We are proud to say that in the last 5 years we have attended and displayed a stand at the NEC no less than 6 times - 3 times at the Restoration Show and 3 times at the main Classic Motor Show held in November
  • The group has been shortlisted 3 times in the National Car Club Awards and in 2019 we won a Judges' Trophy for the desirability of the vehicles on our stand
  • The group tours on average 6 times a year, driving on some of the best scenic roads the UK has to offer. Our tours are infamous for attracting bad weather; we have braved windswept campsites during record-breaking downpours which collapsed our group shelter, gale force winds and flooded pitches, but we always have a fantastic time
  • The group is widely recognised as a 'safe haven' for car enthusiasts of all models. Group rules are strictly enforced and trolling and disrespect happen only rarely, so much so that admin Mike Peake was invited to give a talk on the Live Stage at the NEC on how best to run and maintain a happy and safe social media group
  • The group has members right around the globe, interestingly outside of the UK the 4 countries with the most members are the USA, Australia, India and Malta
  • The group name ' EBMVBB1985 Car Club ' is etched onto a plaque on the bomb bay doors of the Vulcan bomber at Doncaster airport
  • The group shop once offered baseball caps for sale branded with the group logo. We sold a grand total of seven!
  • We are lucky to have 3 sponsors; Lancaster Insurance Services, Richard Edmonds Auctions and Alvaston Press - big thanks to all 3
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Here's to 2021 and making new memories with the great members of Enthusiasts of British motor vehicles built before 1985.
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FBHVC to assist DVLA with Historic Vehicle Licence backlog

22/7/2021

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FBHVC Press Release.

​FBHVC announces key stakeholder position within DVLA to assist with historic vehicle backlog

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​The Commons Select Committee for Transport met this week to question the DVLA on what their strategy is for overcoming the current backlog of over 1.4 million license applications. Also, to answer MPs questions around industrial disputes and staff shortages brought about by the pandemic.
Firstly, the Federation would like to lend its support to the hardworking staff at the DVLA who have been dealing with a hugely increased workload in the wake of personnel shortages brought about by the pandemic. We think every workplace can relate to the struggles of the past 18-months.

The Federation, through our constant dialogue with the DVLA and our close working relationship built up over many years, has managed to put systems in place whereby our member clubs, their representatives and experts on the ground are able to assist the DVLA through the outsourcing of certain elements of registration processes to the historic vehicle community. These have included in the past the V765 scheme but also more recently, the validation of imports and VHI applications. We believe these established processes are key to helping the DVLA deal with the backlog for historic vehicles and effectively outsources much of the investigative process and verification the historic vehicle community.

​We understand that although there have been increased turnaround times, the DVLA for our sector at least, are beginning to get back on top of applications and have been in dialogue with them now to understand how best we can lend our assistance. Our focus is always to ensure that historic vehicles that should be on the road are on the road and being enjoyed by their owners and the public as quickly as possible.

​As a result of those recent discussions on how we can assist the DVLA, the FBHVC has now been officially appointed as key stakeholder in the DVLA. The DVLA have put in place and a newly designated relationship manager to work through the various pain points for the historic vehicle community in partnership with the FBHVC. 

​A spokesperson for the DVLA said:
We are pleased that the FBHVC has a positive and constructive relationship with the DVLA’s Vehicle Policy team, and I am keen that this continues and is strengthened. We also now have a dedicated Corporate Services team who work closely with our key stakeholders.

Speaking specifically on the subject of applications for historic vehicles, the DVLA commented:
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When applications for historic vehicles cannot be processed using the usual methods, we consider each case individually on its own merits. If required, we also provide guidance to applicants on how best to proceed with their application if further evidence is required. Applications that may not have all the expected historic documentary evidence are considered taking into account all the available evidence so as to build a picture of the vehicle’s history. Where appropriate, these vehicles are able to retain their history.
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Announcing Group Experts

15/7/2021

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We are pleased to announce our very first Group Experts have been appointed. They are:
  • Daniel Hopkins of Practical Classics magazine (media and events expertise)
  • Dave Youngs of Lancaster Insurance Services (insurance and events expertise)
  • Anthony Osborne (BMC/BL specialist knowledge)
  • Daniel Bysouth (hands-on body shop expertise)
  • Simon Fixter (strong all-round knowledge of British classics)
  • Brian Allison (strong all-round knowledge of British classics)
​Congratulations to each of our new Experts - and our thanks for accepting this role that we hope will help foster even more well-informed, constructive and helpful conversations in our group.

What is a group expert and how do I spot one in the group?

(Information shared by Facebook)
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Facebook groups are home to subject matter experts covering a breadth of topics. These knowledgeable members often join conversations to answer questions, provide insights, and offer support.

​We’ve heard from Admins how important these members are---their contributions to groups help strengthen trust among the community---and we’re continually looking for ways to make these people stand out.
Group experts will receive a badge, making it easier for others to spot informative or insightful posts and comments, and admins can collaborate with these members to host Q&As, respond to members’ questions, and share perspectives.
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We believe that group experts will support admins in fostering quality conversations and make it easier to discover valuable content, ultimately making for a more meaningful experience for members. We’re still in the early stages of testing, and we look forward to learning more about how we can help group experts take on a more significant role in groups.
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Classic Motor Show this November

14/7/2021

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Official Press Release.
Looking forward to Classic Motor Show this November
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The Government's announcement this week, that England will move to the final stage of easing Covid restrictions on 19 July, has got us even more excited about the show we will be able to bring you in November.

While we understand some people are cautious about what this actually means, we want to reassure you that we will continue to take measures to keep all our visitors, clubs and traders as safe as possible while they enjoy their time at the show. Details of what measures we will be taking will be announced in due course.
​Don't forget you can save £2 on the published ticket prices, to get your tickets at the 2019 rates, by quoting EMAILSAVE when you buy your tickets online.
Book your tickets
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Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership

14/7/2021

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Sponsored by Lancaster Insurance Services Ltd.
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​Since its launch in 2015, the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership competition has grown into one of the most exciting competitions in the classic car calendar.
​We are now inviting entries for this year's competition so if you want to be in with a chance to be crowned 'best in show' submit your entry for consideration.
​All finalists receive two tickets for the duration of the show, free parking throughout and a commemorative certificate. 
​The top three winning cars receive trophies as well as the obvious bragging rights! The victor in the Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership will also be awarded a year’s free car insurance from the sponsors, up to the value of £250 (T&C apply), and the chance to display their car at the next event held by the organisers.
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Submit your entry
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New on You Tube - 2017 Resto Show

12/7/2021

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Newly published on our official You Tube channel is "Enthusiasts at the 2017 Resto Show" - a slideshow containing the best images taken from the weekend of our 2017 appearance at this prestigious classic car show at the NEC which is sponsored by Practical Classics.

​If you like it, please give it a Like and subscribe to the channel to help us build a new audience there.
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Petroliana sale, Saturday 17th July

7/7/2021

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Message sponsored by Richard  Edmonds Auctions Ltd.
​We hope this email finds you well. With our next Petroliana sale being a few months off we thought it might interest some of you to learn that Chippenham Auction Rooms (our sister company) has a sale including Petroliana on Saturday 17th July.

​This is a two day sale with an extensive private collection of science fiction and TV related toys, two private collections of vinyl records, pop memorabilia, stamps, coins, postcards etc. being sold on Thursday 15th July and then 400+ lots of enamel signs, shop display pieces, petroliana and motoring ephemera and other early advertising being sold on Saturday 17th July. 
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When we set these dates we imagined we'd be post 'hug day', however, that has been postponed so once again we find ourselves setting out the Covid-secure plans. As desperate as we all are to return to bidding 'in-the-room', we're mindful of the risks still there and have sought advice. 

​We are able to confirm that we can offer in-the-room bidding but this is limited. To invite a select number of customers would of course be an impossible quest for us. We will not make our sales exclusive and so here is our offering: there are to be no reserved seats, it will not be a first come first served on the day either.
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What we suggest is a fair turn-around and so we can have a set number of people in the room. This will work fairly if customers come in for the lots they are interested in and exit temporarily afterwards. The saleroom shutter will be open and we will take bids from outside in the carpark with a porter mediating when necessary. 

​To be fair to all, no-one will be able to reside in the saleroom for the duration of the sale regardless of the number of lots that hold interest unless the number attending is below the number we can accommodate. The situation is far from ideal but we ask you to be patient with us and fellow bidders, this is a trial for us all and will only work if we're all mindful of one-another.

​We desperately want this to work and will do our utmost to smooth the process for you and we are of course pleased we can return to seeing our bidders and offering the opportunity to view the lots in person. To manage numbers we ask please that you email or call the office to notify us of your intent to attend. Please supply your name and contact number. If numbers are looking to get out of hand we'll need to limit numbers but we're not anticipating that at this stage.
If you are able to view before the day then we advise that you do, as with the limited numbers able to view at one time, viewing may be difficult especially for Saturday's viewers. 
Viewing: Wednesday 10am-5pm, Thursday 8.30am-5pm, Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday from 8.30am, Sales starting at 9.30am.
In addition to in the room bidding, bids can be left with us, live bidding over the telephone available as well as through the-saleroom.com

​Refreshments will be available.

​From the team at Richard  Edmonds Auctions Ltd (REAL)
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New - Forest of Dean Winter Tour

3/7/2021

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Written by Gar Cole.
You are invited to join me on 26 February 2022 - the weekend of my 45th birthday - to break up the long winter break.
I propose a starting route at the hotel in Ross on Wye, crossing the beautiful Wye valley and into the heart of the Forest. 

Following the gold forest route from Cinderford to Coleford, the forest is amazing at the time of year as it starts to emerge from Winter into Spring. The route will take in its first stop and visit to the Dean Heritage Centre, following on will be a steady 20 mile drive through the forests B roads, leading to our second stop at Clearwell caves - modernised with full lighting, level walk paths and a great visitor centre and cafe / facilities ideal for a lunch break, it will not matter on the weather.

From here a drive further down the Wye valley to our 3rd and final stop at Tintern Abbey, it is fully open this time of year for brave explorers and a great chance for photos with the cars, from here a journey back to the hotel and pre booked evening dinner.
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Our new You Tube Channel is live!

3/7/2021

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We are pleased to announce the launch of a brand-new group YouTube video channel. The idea is to share video of our activities at various events both as a record for members and also to encourage new members to join us.
Currently there are fifteen videos live filmed over the last few years, including a new one from the 2021 Staffs Oatcake Tour and another from way back in 2017 at the Bubble Car Museum in Lincs.

We will add more as they become available.
Visit our Channel
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Top 10 Contributors - June 2021

2/7/2021

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Top Contributors - June

#Top10 #AdminPosts
The Admin team would like to thank every member who posted, commented or reacted to something in the group during June - without you all there would be no group.
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Special thanks go to this month's most prolific contributors - those who went that extra mile to make a difference and entertained, amused or educated the rest of us with their posts.
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Please show your appreciation for June's Top 10, who were:
  • Martin Martin
  • Simon Roffey
  • Terrence Leach
  • Joseph M Purfield
  • Lancaster Insurance Services
  • Jose Luis Diaz
  • Thomas Salkeld
  • Simon Stock
  • Paul Shawcross
  • Jacques Verschuere
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Cars Of The Month - July

1/7/2021

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Here are the 2021 calendar Members' Cars of the Month for July - congratulations to all the proud owners:
  • Gordon Mathieson - Daimler Double Six & Rover 3500S
  • Dominic Coleman - Ford Corsair 1966
  • John Williams - Triumph Stag 1974
  • Michael Taylor - Vauxhall 3300 Victor Estate 1969
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New Gallery - Staffs Oatcake Tour

1/7/2021

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The official  photo gallery from our weekend on the Staffs Oatcake Tour is now live and there are already some great shots of members classics on the road and at rest.

More photos are being added as they become available so do check back again.
STAFFS OATCAKE TOUR
STAFFS OATCAKE TOUR
STAFFS OATCAKE TOUR
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      • 2022 Peak District Revisited Tour Gallery
      • 2022 Gaydon Weekend Gallery
      • 2022 NEC Resto Show Gallery
      • 2022 Forest of Dean Winter Tour Gallery
    • 2021 >
      • 2021 Classic Motor Show Gallery
      • 2021 Fat Lamb Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Welsh Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Jurassic Coast Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Crich Museum & Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Staffs Oatcake Tour Gallery
      • 2021 Boston CCC Show Photo Gallery
    • 2019 >
      • Yorkshire Moors Driving Tour 2019
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC Nov 2019
      • New Forest Driving Tour 2019
      • Gloucester Vintage & Steam Extravaganza Photo Gallery 2019
      • Tour of the Dark Peak Photo Gallery 2019
      • Codgers do the Cotswolds 2019
      • Bubble Car Museum Gallery 2019
      • Brecon Beacons driving tour 2019
      • Morgan Factory tour 2019
      • Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show 2019
    • 2018 >
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC November 2018
      • Isle of Wight Tour 2018
      • Brunel's Somerset Tour Gallery 2018
      • Gloucester Vintage Extravaganza 2018
      • Maesteg Charity Classic Car Show & Driving Tour 2018
      • Bubble Car Museum & Driving Tour 2018
      • Peak District Driving Tour 2018
      • Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show 2018
      • Coventry Transport Museum 2018 >
        • Joel Lodder's 2018 Coventry meet gallery
    • 2017 >
      • Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show NEC November 2017
      • Snowdonia Driving Tour 2017
      • Gloucester Vintage Extravaganza 2017
      • Lupin Farm Charity Car Show 2017
      • The Shackleton Trust 2017
      • Crich Tramway Museum 2017
      • Bubble Car Museum 2017
      • Pride of Longbridge 2017
      • April 2017 Practical Classics Restoration Show (NEC)
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