RichardS 4,487 Posted August 26, 2020 Share Posted August 26, 2020 'Evening all. It's certainly been a difficult year for most of us, there's no denying that.... And whilst all the big shows have been cancelled - or held with a much reduced capacity - the NEC Classic Car Show is (for now) set to go ahead. https://www.necclassicmotorshow.com/ We have provisionally been given a stand with room for three cars - so who is up for it this year? As always, it's a pretty big commitment - you have to be able to leave your car there from set-up on the Thursday morning until take down, later Sunday evening. And preferably be on hand to man the stand (albeit possibly in shifts with fellow exhibitors) from Friday morning until Sunday afternoon. We are very much aware of everyone's safety in these uncertain times - and the organisers are committed to the safety of exhibitors and visitors alike. So without further ado, I am looking for volunteers to participate in this year's show - and continue the club's run, in making this the 7th year in succession that, we will have been a part of a major show. I have just 7 days to accept or decline the offer, so there's no time to waste. Register your interest - with a few photos of your car and I'll put it to the members' vote..... The final - and probably most important matter - is that of accommodation. As a small club, we are mindful of what staging this event has cost us since 2014; particularly as it does not directly include or benefit the vast majority of our members. Hence we may ask that exhibitors pay for their own accommodation from now on. Thanks for your support 6 Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
TheRealNips 493 Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 I would love to offer my car, but I dont think its in show condition. The rust bubbles on the arch and boot lid and pink bonnet might put people off rather than attract them! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
naz27 245 Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 Yeah I want to show mine too but that’s for next year. Needs the respray doing early next year at some point and all external trims replaced then it’ll be upto standard. Will probs book tickets to go to the show anyway though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted August 29, 2020 Author Share Posted August 29, 2020 We have a few likes for this thread - but no volunteers yet..... I appreciate it's a big ask - especially in the current times we find ourselves in - so is anyone up for it, or should we give it a miss this year? Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
JaiKai 3,929 Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Save the dosh for a comeback year! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lexx 437 Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 2022 will be the earliest I'll be willing to show my new one in public. Far too much work to do. I don't do Facebook, so don't know if you asked for volunteers there? Quote Now - 1999 Midnight Purple NA. Then - 1995 Slicktop NA - sold 2016 Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 300 7,317 Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 2020 is such a bummer. The word gets infected with a virus and life as we know it has changed. Is this for real or am I dreaming. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ianl 514 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 If we were doing this, do we know the size of the stand? Is it the size of last year, but the cars have to socially distance, so only 3 cars? Or is it a much smaller space? Quote [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to post Share on other sites
JaiKai 3,929 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 6m by 10m Fit 3 cars side by side or 2 diagonally Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ianl 514 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 So quite big, last year was 13x6 I think Quote [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewG 3,869 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 12x7.5. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JaiKai 3,929 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 5 hours ago, AndrewG said: 12x7.5. This last year's or this years? As I took the sizes I had from the pdf that was uploaded the other day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewG 3,869 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Last year, 2019. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted September 2, 2020 Author Share Posted September 2, 2020 'Evening all, Today is the day we should confirm our participation - but I have asked the organisers if they will hold our stand until the weekend. I completely understand if no-one wishes to volunteer this year, but being ever the optimist, I won't give up hope until the last minute.... So if anyone is up for exhibiting - and/or manning the stand this year, please do let me know. Richard Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
craig 1,150 Posted September 2, 2020 Share Posted September 2, 2020 Take your car Richard, if you plan on attending anyway? ? i would offer, but am not sure if i will be isolating or not, but will be willing to take it if all else fails. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted September 3, 2020 Author Share Posted September 3, 2020 21 hours ago, craig said: Take your car Richard, if you plan on attending anyway? ? i would offer, but am not sure if i will be isolating or not, but will be willing to take it if all else fails. Cheers Craig - I have to say, I am considering it.... Same as you, if all else fails 1 Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
ianl 514 Posted September 3, 2020 Share Posted September 3, 2020 I could possibly be tempted, either car, but not sure i want to stay all the days might bring some carpet / lights if i did 2 Quote [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted September 4, 2020 Author Share Posted September 4, 2020 On 03/09/2020 at 19:50, ianl said: I could possibly be tempted, either car, but not sure i want to stay all the days might bring some carpet / lights if i did Nice one Ian - that's the spirit.... Your thoughts are pretty much in line with my own - I'm happy to exhibit, but I'm not so sure about staying for the duration either. So.... If anyone wants to volunteer their ZED for the duration - Thursday through to Sunday evening - but is only willing/able to man the stand for some of the time, that option works too... I'm sure we can manage the rota to suit. We all have work commitments and limited annual leave, not to mention personal safety, so can we still do it.... Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
Dbiagioni1 22 Posted September 4, 2020 Share Posted September 4, 2020 The club stand has always been great every year it’s the reason I bought my first zed ? I was talking to Jimmer about this earlier and Iv got funkysi white tt and would be happy to show it on the club stand if that helps 6 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gaz 300 7,317 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 11 hours ago, Dbiagioni1 said: The club stand has always been great every year it’s the reason I bought my first zed ? I was talking to Jimmer about this earlier and Iv got funkysi white tt and would be happy to show it on the club stand if that helps If our stand goes ahead it would be great to see the white Z there again along with Richards and Ians. Thank you for putting your Z forward Dbiagioni1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted September 5, 2020 Author Share Posted September 5, 2020 11 hours ago, Dbiagioni1 said: The club stand has always been great every year it’s the reason I bought my first zed ? I was talking to Jimmer about this earlier and Iv got funkysi white tt and would be happy to show it on the club stand if that helps I second Gary's comment Dbiagioni1 - thank you!! It would be great to see your car at the NEC - if the show does proceed... Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
Aff68 8 Posted September 5, 2020 Share Posted September 5, 2020 Hi all, I'd be proud to support by exhibiting my new Z at the stand. I've got a few bits to do which I've got lined up and she'll be ready before NEC weekend. I'll post some pics tomorrow, so please do let me know. Thanks 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardS 4,487 Posted September 6, 2020 Author Share Posted September 6, 2020 14 hours ago, Aff68 said: Hi all, I'd be proud to support by exhibiting my new Z at the stand. I've got a few bits to do which I've got lined up and she'll be ready before NEC weekend. I'll post some pics tomorrow, so please do let me know. Thanks Thanks for your support mate - please do post some pictures; I shall look forward to that! Richard Quote I have something to say............ It's better to burn out than to fade away..... :tt2: Link to post Share on other sites
Aff68 8 Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Hi Richard - here's a few photos - I moved house this beginning of the week and stuff everywhere! So she's staying the garage until next weekend ? 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JaiKai 3,929 Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 Wow, that's one serious zed. Where have you been hiding this? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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