NEC Classic Car Show 16, 17 and 18th November

[Rob 131]

I last went to this event in 2005 and thought it was a great show.

As I can recall there were a few 131's and a number of 70's Lancias.

I am planning to go this year. Does anyone plan to show their 131 there. Or if anyone is going, it would be good to meet up. Mrs Rob 131 will also be present  Probably to ensure I don't buy anything 

[jasonh131]

Usaully  only fiat mtor club.Expensive show to do this ,you have to leave your car in there for 3 days,and stay there for the 2 nights ordrop off and come up from miles away,,,

[Rob 131]

Cars don't have to be shown.

How about a meet up on the Saturday. Any takers

[mirafioriman]

Usaully  only fiat mtor club.Expensive show to do this ,you have to leave your car in there for 3 days,and stay there for the 2 nights ordrop off and come up from miles away,,,

Point taken about leaving your car for three days but travel depends on where you live. Try making a day trip to Brooklands from where I live.......

[Rob 131]

Not much interest then 

Theo

There is an auction on the 17th November, organised by Silverstone Auctions. There is a Bronze 1981 Lancia Gamma Coupe that has been part of a private collection going through.

 Looks very nice from the pictures 

[Thotos]

Looks good!    I'd like just the leather interior for my Gamma 

[simon131]

The trouble with the NEC Rob is more than just distance - it's the venue itself! They make you park miles away (usually) and you have to take a bus to the Halls, where you are then charged a King's Ransom to see cars you've probably seen before! 

So, sorry mate, but I will take something very special for me to attend.

[Rob 131]

Simon

All valid points. However with spending 4 years abroad

I can't wait to get amongst the Classics 

[mirafioriman]

Doesn't seem too bad if you want to take the family, but if you're just on your own then ?18-50 a ticket doesn't seem that cheap. However, I suppose it's the major indoor show on the calendar and big venues cost lots of money to use.

[markwilliams131]

this is a great show prob the best there is .
yes alot of the same cars every year.
i was very impressed with the lancia stand last year
it costs alot more to get from ireland to the show
works out at 160euro flight ticket car hire petrol
then some food a few pints  and ya wont leave there without spending money

[Rob 131]

Just found out the parents are on holiday that week and therefore cannot mind the children  (how selfish of them )

I don't think the children would appreciate the whole classic car thing  .

I'll go to the Motorcycle Show in December as an alternative 

[jack1]

looking forward to this ,,75 euro return flight i got into birmingham and then the shuttle straight to the nec and   around 20 quid into the show for the day to see some of the finest classics and  and a fantastic  auto jumble section  ,,,,well  worth it

[Rob 131]

Changed my mind again.

Instead of the wife and I going by train for a leisurely day out. Few drinks on the way back and a meal 

We'll all going in spite of my comments regarding children and the whole classic car thing 

I don't want to miss this one. I'll take plenty of picture and post.

[Rob 131]

My son and I are going with a friend of mine this Saturday.

I've had a quick look at the floor plans; Great for BL and Ford Fans 

Italian stands appear to be a little limited Hope I'm wrong

At least there is the Auction With the Gamma 

[Thotos]

At least there is the Auction With the Gamma 

And there should be at least another Gamma in the car park tomorrow...