Group News

WIN a Car Tracker with 1 years subscription!

4/8/2022

Competition sponsored by Lancaster Insurance.

This month’s prize is sponsored by Tracker UK, who are a market leading stolen vehicle recovery service provider and the only tracking company to have a unique formal agreement with all UK police forces.

Vehicle theft affects thousands of people each year and in the case of our beloved classics, you’re not just losing a car, but a cherished part of the family too.

Tracker UK are responsible for recovering over £574 million worth of stolen vehicles, returning them to their rightful owners.

Key features of the Battery Powered Retrieve Car Tracker:

High tech VHF tracking that can be tracked even when concealed in metal containers, lock-ups or underground car parks
Unique tracking technology that is not affected by GPS/GSM signal jammers
Own power source – does not need to be wired into your vehicle’s electrical system
Long battery life with up to 5 years standby
Easily installed in vehicles or non-powered assets
Nationwide support from the UK police force
One-time use operation 24/7 monitoring via Secure Operating Centre
Thatcham S7 Accredited
Tracking coverage throughout the UK, France, Spain, Poland, Italy, Holland and Luxembourg
Installation fee included
Comes with one year’s subscription to Tracker UK services

All you need to do to enter is click on the button below then complete the short entry form.
Closing date 31 August 2022. Open to UK residents only.

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FBHVC News 3/2022

1/8/2022

Thanks as always to Anthony Osborne for sharing the FBHVC's 3rd newsletter of the year with us.

This edition includes a report on Drive It Day along with legislative news, an update about the DVLA and problems arising from the pandemic, latest about the Wings tour bus and much more.

Click the image below to read online or use the link below the image to download it to your device.

Car & Home Insurance Offer

1/8/2022

Up to 25% off your classic car insurance

Call 01480 400903

Classic Car Cover

Lancaster Car Club Liaison Paris Wakelen says:
"Lancaster offers up to 25% discount for club members and can arrange a whole range of policy extras that you'd expect such as agreed value and breakdown cover. We aim to take a realistic view when it comes to modifications, so do give us a try. We welcome feedback - good or bad - to help us to develop the scheme going forward."

Call 01480 400903

Quote discount code CLUB15 for an additional £15 discount on any new policy with Lancaster

Modern Car cover

We can beat your everyday car insurance quote

If you insure your classic vehicle with us, and providing you fit the scheme criteria, we guarantee to beat your renewal price for your modern daily driver, whether that is from your current provider or a competitor. This means you can enjoy the benefit of having your classic and your modern daily driver under one roof.

Our insurer panel understand your passion for motoring and the care and dedication you put into your classic car and keeping it safe and as such have made this pledge to our classic car insurance customers.
With many of us spending more time in our everyday cars, ensure they have the right cover in place too. Speak to the team today on 01480 400 903 and challenge us to beat your renewal price.

Call 01480 400903

Quote discount code CLUB15 for an additional £15 discount on any new policy with Lancaster

Home Insurance Cover

Home truly is where the heart is and as we have been spending more time than ever at home this year, it’s as important as ever to make sure it is properly protected!

At Lancaster, the insurance policies we can arrange for Buildings and Contents mean you can be safe in the knowledge that your home and belongings are covered.

All risks are considered and policy benefits may include; buildings cover up to £1m, contents cover up to £100,000, alternative accommodation cover as well as accidental damage cover, bicycle cover and cover for your
possessions whilst away from the home*.

To find out more information and see how we can help you, call the team today on 01480 400903 or visit www.lancasterinsurance.co.uk
*Policy benefits, features and discounts offered may vary between insurance schemes or cover selected and are subject to underwriting criteria. An additional charge may be payable.

Call 01480 400903

Quote discount code CLUB15 for an additional £15 discount on any new policy with Lancaster

If you do try us for a quote, please use the bespoke telephone number 01480 400903 and let us know that the introduction has come from the club.

We make a payment to the club for each and every policy sold as a result of their introduction which helps keep the club going. I'll stick my head round the door every now and again and pick up any queries that crop up. If you'd like for me to arrange a callback for a quote then i'm happy to sort it - I can be contacted by email paris.wakelen@lancasterinsurance.co.uk"

Update: Ian Hope's British Car Museum (NZ)

27/7/2022

Written by Paul Sweeney.

Many of you will know I was a friend of the late Ian Hope and helped him with his amazing collection of British cars here in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.

The last I heard after Ian sadly passed away was that his museum was closed and for sale. After hearing some rumours recently, I stopped by there today to see if anything was happening. I found the real estate agent's sign now says, "Sold" and a few vehicles have been moved outside and were marked, "For Sale" (see photos).

There was a contact number written on the vehicles for sale - well, it would be rude not to, wouldn't it? So I called the number hoping to find out what was happening to the collection.

I was in luck - I got through to Mark, one of Ian's nephews. He told me he had taken on the challenge of disposing of the property including the car collection and that he was working on tidying up the inside of the buildings. He is also gradually disposing of many of the cars either for restoration or as parts donors and says his goal is to end up with approximately 50 of the best to keep.

The new owner will take over in approximately a year's time and hopes to reopen the reduced collection to the public if possible - but Mark did stress there are many obstacles needing to be overcome before that can happen - not least the Health & Safety issues.

Anyone interested in possibly buying from Ian's collection should keep an eye on www.trademe.co.nz - meanwhile I will check back in a year from now and report how things have gone.

Yes I did ask Mark if I could get inside to film, but he told me it's now designated as a hazardous work site so public access will not be possible until further notice.

Helping Children with Cancer

21/7/2022

Written by Gar Cole.

This will be our classic car groups first ever charity event; we are asking for sponsorship to raise money as we drive the old cars on an epic nine day 1300 mile tour of the rugged Scottish coast starting September 16th.

If you can, please lend your support to a very worthwhile cause - click on the image now to help the children.

Vintage and Classic Car Sale: Richard Edmonds Auctions

20/7/2022

Sponsored message from Richard Edmonds Auctions Ltd.

Crikey do we have a bumper weekend booked up for you at the end of the month!

We're inviting final entries now for Sunday 31st July Vintage and Classic Car Sale. A great time of year to sell and with 0% seller's premium and just 10% buyer's premium, you've little lose and everything to gain! Reserves welcomed, call us now to discuss your car - 01249 444544.

Veteran, Vintage & Classic Cars and Motorcycles
Sunday 31st July we'll be offering 40 Motorcycles (and motorcycle spares) and a similar number of motorcars, all being loaded online over the next few days. Link to partial catalogue below.

Spares, Mascots, Ephemera, Bicycles & Automobilia
Friday 29th July - car spares incl. Alvis 12/50 parts, AC Cobra etc. Ephemera incl. brochures, photographs etc. Mascots, badges & select automobilia.

The Old Dalby Collection, (Full contents of the museum based nr. Melton Mowbray)
Saturday 30th July to include 45 motorcycles and 160 lots of spares, ephemera, oil cans and other automobilia.

The Sale and Viewing will be held at Showell Farm Buildings, Showell, Chippenham SN15 2NU
Viewing - Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday 8.30am-5pm, Saturday 8.30am-5pm and Sunday from 8.30am.
Sales - Friday 9.30am, Saturday 10am, Sunday 10am
Online Bidders - we've white labelled with ATG/the-saleroom and by doing so have managed to secure better rates for our bidders. Cars and motorcycles will remain at 1.2% (inc VAT) online fees whilst all else is 3.6% (inc VAT). There is one important measure that you must take however, if you plan to bid through the website, and that is that this reduced rate only applies if you register and bid through our website and not directly through the-saleroom.com. Directly will be 1.2% and 6%.
Many thanks,
from all the team.

WIN an ULTIMATE Meguiar’s car polishing kit

20/7/2022

Sponsored by Lancaster Insurance Services.

Is your pride and joy in need of some tender loving care and a good polish? Well you’ve come to the right place…

We are thrilled to be offering one lucky person the chance to win an ULTIMATE Meguiar’s car polishing kit. Meguiar’s car care products have been long admired, since 1901 and can make most cars look shiny and new.
This ultimate polishing kit contains the following:

MT320 DA polisher
Canvas bag
5” backing plate
5" Foam disc cutting
5" Polishing disc
5" Finishing disc
Ultimate compound
Ultimate polish
Ultimate wax
3 x Microfibres

All you need to do to enter is click the button below and complete the short form. Closing date 31 July 2022.
T's and C's apply - open to UK residents only.

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2022 Classic Motor Show - save £4 on day tickets with our club code

7/7/2022

Our unique club code (available only to members) unlocks a £4 discount off single-day adult advance ticket prices. It also gives £2 off multi-day, child and family ticket prices. Members need to click on the image below to reveal the code entitling them to the discount deals.

See prices and further ticket information at: https://www.necclassicmotorshow.com/ticket-information

MEMBERS ONLY - CLICK THE IMAGE TO REVEAL THE DISCOUNT CODE

Return to the Fat Lamb - October 2022

6/7/2022

Written by Gar Cole.

Following the huge success of the 2021 driving tour in Cumbria, we will return this year on 8-11 October.

It’s a package deal for our club; 3 night stay for 2 people with breakfast and evening meals included, plus a guided tour by the owner across the very best scenery the area has to offer. It’s a lovely old building and the food is way above normal standard, we’d go as far as to say it’s exceptional. There are just 5 rooms remaining.

The cost is £450 per room for the 3 nights. A deposit of £50 must be paid directly to the hotel on 01539623242, with the balance to be paid on arrival.

When booking in please quote you are with the ‘Enthusiasts car club‘ - strictly first come, first served.

See details and confirm attendance

If you havent been to the Fat Lamb before, you can watch the video from our last visit below.
Organised by Gar Cole - any queries to him via Facebook.

Group tour 2023: Anglesey & Snowdonia

2/7/2022

Written by Gar Cole.

Tour Dates: 17-19 June 2023

A fantastic 2 day driving tour of some of the most stunning scenery in Wales.

Saturday will start from Trewan Sands and tour the island of Anglesey, taking in stops at the motor museum, go kart track, Beaumaris Castle, Trearddur Beach and other local beauty spots.

Sunday the convoy will cross the Menai Bridge and head into Snowdonia National Park, climbing the striking mountain roads up-to Llanberis.

Treat yourself to some of the best scenic driving roads in the UK; it’s free to join and everyone is welcome, you just need your fuel and accommodation.

A message from Richard Edmonds Auctions Ltd

27/6/2022

A reminder of our Petroliana Sale this weekend. Please click below for this sale's catalogue. We also added an additional 30+ lots yesterday bringing the sale to 691 lots so there are some fresh lots to view.

One last thing to mention, sadly we are struggling to find a caterer during this festival season so please do come prepared with sandwiches. We will continue the search and naturally will be able to provide refreshments but food is, at present, proving a challenge, so sorry. Further down the line we hope to open an on-site café but that's not for the short term, our apologies.

With all our best wishes to you, looking forward to seeing you in the week for viewing and Saturday for bidding.
From all the R.E.A.L team

Catch up with our most popular YouTube videos

22/6/2022

Our YouTube channel is 12 months old already and is steadily building its own audience. Our small but dedicated YouTube production team is working hard behind the scenes to continuously improve the quality of our output - it's an ongoing work in progress but here's our most viewed to date. Click anywhere on the image below to view and subscribe to the channel.

YouTube channel

WIN a Four Supercar Thrill Driving Experience Day!

21/6/2022

This June, we’re offering you - in conjunction with group sponsor Lancaster Insurance Services - the chance to WIN the ultimate driving experience with a Supercar Thrill Day including four cars! You’ll have your pick from the world’s top supercars like sleek Ferraris, stunning Lamborghinis, luxurious Aston Martins, sporty Porsches and many more.

What’s included?

An amazing selection of supercars
Up to 24 miles total drive distance
Choice of quality locations including Real Race Tracks, run by driving day experts
High-speed passenger ride in a performance saloon
Photo or digital image of you driving one of the supercars around the track
Souvenir driving certificate
Weekend and weekday availability included
Available throughout the year, depending on location

All you need to do to enter is click the button below then complete the entry form. Good luck!
T&Cs apply.
Closing Date 30 June 2022

Enter competition

A chance to show your classic at the NEC

5/6/2022

The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is only months away now - 11-13 November 2022 at the NEC. The theme for the show has just been announced and we are now starting the search for well presented pre-85 British classics that illustrate the show theme to represent us on our club stand.

Here is how the organisers announced the theme, titled "Part of the Family":

Our theme for this year is 'Part of the Family'. Classics bring families together, whether that’s purely through the love of classics or childhood memories.

This year’s theme has so many options for the 300 car clubs attending: groups of cars from one manufacturing family; a car that has passed from generation to generation; famous motoring families; family projects, adventures and builds and so much more.

If you own a pre-85 British classic that fits the theme and would like a chance to display it with us at the show, complete the entry form below. At this stage we are looking to see what is available - definite selections will be confirmed later this year.

Please note exhibitors are responsible for transporting their cars to and from the show. Displaying at the show is at your own risk - we can accept no liability for any damage however incurred.

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Enthusiasts Duo Car Shades

30/5/2022

Phew it's a scorcher! Stay cool with our Enthusiasts Duo Car Window Shades, priced at £10.99 + shipping per pair.

Perfect for keeping the interior cool on hot Summer days or just to fly the flag when you're out and about - and what better way to show your support for the Group at classic car events?

Offer is for a pair (2 shades). Please check sizes and details before ordering.

YouTube Milestone achieved!

29/5/2022

We continue working hard on developing our official YouTube channel and are very pleased to have just achieved the 240 subscribers milestone.

Thanks you all who have already subscribed, and to those who have yet to do so, please do it now - it helps us enormously and is completely free! Just click this link: https://bit.ly/3t7PPxJ

Top 10 Group videos

25/5/2022

Here are the Top 10 most popular videos over the last 28 days on our official YouTube channel. Click on the image below to visit the channel and watch these or any of the 50 other videos you will find there.

Enthusiasts Teddy Bears

24/5/2022

A bear is not just for Christmas - Barney, our gorgeous and slightly grumpy Enthusiasts Teddy Bear is dressed in a white t shirt with the group logo printed in full colour.

Barney sits 20cm tall and is silky-soft - just made for cuddling! He can sit as comfortably at home as in the office or car, and is priced at a very reasonable £6.25 + shipping.

Important

Because Barney is hand-made, his appearance and colour can vary slightly.
This long pile (haired) soft toy is recommended for children of 12 months and over with parental discretion advised, is CE marked and conforms to the European Regulations EN71.
We accept PayPal and most major debit/credit cards
Shipping rates will be displayed after you enter your delivery address and before you commit to buy.

WIN a night’s stay including dinner and breakfast in beautiful Yorkshire with Classic Lodges Hotels!

22/5/2022

This May just in time for summer, group sponsor Lancaster Insurance is offering you the chance to WIN a night’s stay for two including dinner and breakfast at one of Classic Lodges’ beautiful Yorkshire Hotels, plus two tickets to the World of James Herriot museum in Thirsk!

You can choose to stay in one of these fabulous locations:

Bagden Hall Hotel - A luxurious West Yorkshire Victorian country house hotel set in acres of grounds overlooking the dales
Grinkle Park - Cradled between the North Yorkshire Moors and the superb North East coast, near Whitby
Solberge Hall - Elegantly-proportioned and individually-decorated guest rooms combine traditional charm with contemporary touches with stunning views over the gardens and Yorkshire countryside beyond
The Old Swan - Situated in the heart of Harrogate The Old Swan Hotel combines Victorian splendour with elegant contemporary style

All you need to do to enter is click the button below. Good luck! T&Cs apply - UK residents only.

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FBHVC News 2/2022

14/5/2022

Thanks as ever to Anthony Osborne for sharing the latest edition of the FBHVC newsletter with us - featuring a report on this year's Restoration Show at the NEC.

This is issue no 2/2022 and also includes:

Regular updates on events including the new online event submission process List your Club Event – https://www.fbhvc.co.uk/list-your-club-event
Forthcoming events at museums including the move of the largest historic model car collection in Wales to the Llanfair Caereinion terminus of the Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway.
The founders of the farm machinery manufacturers Massey-Harris-Ferguson, now Massey Ferguson.
One family’s amazing collection of restored commercial vehicles seen at the Classic Motor Show last November
Restoring the headlamps on the 1972 Wings Tour Bus
The World’s Fastest Jensen, a long and technical article updating the progress on this project including the preparation of a gearbox able to stand the colossal torque produced by the turbocharged engine which has featured on the Federation stand at Race Retro.

We're in Classic Ford Magazine!

12/5/2022

Written by Gar Cole.

The judges and show press might not have appreciated how much work we put into our stand at the Resto show this year, but the cars and the stand attracted lots of interest from the show-going public and the motoring press, with both Jim Scott’s Cortina and Ian Woodward’s Granada making it into Classic Ford magazine this month - well done chaps!

Also below is another chance to see the interview I filmed at the show with proud Granada owner Ian .

The Neville Pugh Sale - Catalogue live

12/5/2022

A sponsored message from Richard Edmonds Auctions Ltd.

We hope to see you here next week, in the meantime we'll see some of you at Beaulieu this week - a good month!
From all the R.E.A.L team

New owners for London to Brighton Runs 2022

7/4/2022

Press Release.

This year’s popular London to Brighton Classic Car Run will wave goodbye to current owners GE Classic Motor Events and welcome new owners Pop-Up Car Shows Ltd.
Stephen and Sandra Smith are retiring after the Classic Car, Kit & Sports Car and Modern Classics Runs, which are held on Sunday 29th May 2022. They will work with the new owners to ensure a smooth transition, keeping the same high standards and friendly atmosphere of the event.

Stephen Smith said:

Sandra and I have been the custodians of this event for the past 12 years and it’s now time for us to hand over the starting flag to a new team who will continue to grow and develop this and other events for enthusiasts to enjoy. We’d like to thank everyone who has supported us and look forward to waving the chequered flag in Brighton one last time.

The London to Brighton Runs will be the first event for Pop Up Car Shows but not for owners Andrea Seed and Abby Green. Andrea is best known as one of the organisers of the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, Race Retro and other major classic car events. She has also been involved in runs and rallies including the Flying Scotsman and Peking to Paris Motor Challenge. Abby has recently joined the classic motoring community but has a raft of events and organisational experience.

Andrea said:

Abby and I are so proud to be the new owners and thrilled that Stephen and Sandra are working with us for their final year. We have exciting plans for more events in a similar format around the UK, which will be announced in the coming weeks.

For 2022, to remain in accordance with the DVLA Historic Car Classification, the 33rd Classic Car Run will welcome all classic and vintage vehicles registered before 31st May 1982.
The Modern Classics Run, which launched last year, returns and is open to all vehicles manufactured between 1st June 1982 and 31st December 2002.
The Kit & Sports Cars Run celebrates its 21st year and, with no age limits on entries, replica cars are also welcome to join the fun.

The three runs will all start from Brooklands Museum before splitting into different routes. Each route will enjoy a different stopping point including the Rural Life Living Museum, Parham House & Gardens, and The Wings Museum. The final destination will be Brighton’s iconic Madeira Drive, the finish point for the famous Veteran Car Run.

Richard Edmonds Auctions - sales

5/4/2022

From the Richard Edmonds Auctions Ltd team.

Motorcycles & Spares - this Saturday

A good selection of motorcycles, projects and spares to include this Lot 126 - A 1913 New Hudson 'Big Six' V Twin Est: £29,750-32,000.

With five Pioneer Run-eligible motorcycles in the sale, the catalogue is certainly worth a look. Live bidding available via our website. Viewing Thursday and Friday this week, 10am-5pm and from 8.30am on Saturday.

The Neville Pugh Collection

21st/22nd May
A single-owner collection to include the full contents of this 12-roomed garage to include hundreds of enamel signs, many tins, measures, petrol pumps, globes, road signs, lightboxes, toys, showcards, mascots, badges, spares, bicycles, motorcycles and cars including MG's, a Rolls-Royce 20hp etc.

9,000 views on YouTube!

3/4/2022

Written by Paul Sweeney.

If you've still to explore our exciting new YouTube channel, click the image below to take a look - it's 100% free!

March was a fantastic month for us on YouTube - we published no less than 7 new videos which amassed some 3,600 views totalling more than 170 hours' viewing time and adding 28 new subscribers taking us up to 193. The latest milestone reached is 9,000 views - the certificate can be seen below.

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