Just wondered who was going to this, in November (15, 16 and 17) -- either as a visitor or an exhibitor: as it's a pretty easy drive from here. 
General NEC Classic Motor Show 2013
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General NEC Classic Motor Show 2013
Meeeeeeeeee and the mrs. Plus our bianca will be on show...
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Meeeeeeeeee and the mrs. Plus our bianca will be on show...
Well, that's certainly enough incentive for me to be there...!
I wonder if I can persuade Didge3 to join me...? :devil:
Its a bit far off for me to commit but I would definately like to visit. (I don't think even Vern can blag my 500 into this one )
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There will be another Panda fest this year
I'm planning 4 again though not sure which. Kev was taking 2 and Vern was taking 2 - think I may have mucked this up by acquiring the VIP though :doh:
If Kev doesn't want to take 2, there's space for someone else to take theirs or take one of mine maybe. Sealed bids to the usual address This is actually a serious point - I wanted to take a Panda to ferry people around not to display, so a 4th is required
scout500 no, Vernon can't get yours into the NEC classic show - you need the FMC stand organiser and a suitable bribe for that.....
I'm planning 4 again though not sure which. Kev was taking 2 and Vern was taking 2 - think I may have mucked this up by acquiring the VIP though :doh:
If Kev doesn't want to take 2, there's space for someone else to take theirs or take one of mine maybe. Sealed bids to the usual address
This is actually a serious point - I wanted to take a Panda to ferry people around not to display, so a 4th is required scout500 no, Vernon can't get yours into the NEC classic show - you need the FMC stand organiser and a suitable bribe for that.....
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If I could say my Sisley would definately be finished in time I would love to show it. All depends on when I can get it painted, once that is done, putting it back together is relatively straight forward.
I have the Sergio, but like the idea of not hogging the limelight and giving someone else a go..... Freddys gets my vote or a very nice original 750 would be great. We know of two owners on here with clean ones...
I was aiming for bucket and the Panda looking Panda project but it looks like Bucket won't be ready, two months at SPL being dipped and painted, plus our holiday taking two to three weeks in October doesn't leave enough time
How about Pinky again, could be the last chance to raise his profile before he's taken to bits.
Bob! The clue is in the title 'Classic car show' your current 500, lovely as it is, is not a classic!
How about Pinky again, could be the last chance to raise his profile before he's taken to bits.
Bob! The clue is in the title 'Classic car show' your current 500, lovely as it is, is not a classic!
Bob! The clue is in the title 'Classic car show' your current 500, lovely as it is, is not a classic!
Hence my post worded the way it was
. I will be a foot visitor, unless anyone needs a spare driver.
Hence my post worded the way it was
I might be able to persuade Gavin to show your car if you buy a classic Panda! Go on, you know you want to.
I might be able to persuade Gavin to show your car if you buy a classic Panda! Go on, you know you want to.
I have a nice one for sale
I'll hopefully know when my Sisley can be painted in the next few days, it would certainly be an incentive to get it done
Palio: Happy to take one of yours -- and pick it up from Princes Risible, if needs be. Just let me know what's involved....
homeward - thanks yes we can have a chat if you're interested.
The actual show is Fri/Sat/Sun. Set up is on the Thursday and the last couple of years we've had to get to the NEC by about 10am
We then organise the stand and clean up the cars unless we've been incredibly lucky & got them up there day - this is Birmingham in November, so the odds aren't good For those staying we go back to a nearby Premier Inn, ready for an early start the next day. Fri/Sat/Sun are long days but go quickly and are very enjoyable - you meets loads of interesting people, a smattering of complete nutters, and one or two idiots! You have to make time to go and look at other stands or you end up caught on ours all day - there are usually about 5 halls of exhibits so you never see it all. Sunday we get released after the public have cleared the halls - we were out by 6 again last year I think (was too busy deafening everyone with the exhaustless Super last year to take much notice).
Help on the stand is always welcome, and some of the vehicle selection takes account of people who are able to stay up all weekend to help with the stand. For "political" reasons I try to use FMC members' cars first (both Vernon and Kevin are members), but that's not to say a non-member can't take a car. I just get fed up with the sniping so take members' cars first - it doesn't bother me if it's a nice car tbh
Anyway that's a brief what happens. It's a good laugh usually, and an enjoyable weekend. Ask Vernon who did it last year for the first time (the show I mean
) - can't be too bad as he's going again Happy to talk to anyone about potential Panda's. VmanC yes Pinky's fine if you want to take him again
Thinly veiled excuse for reposting last year's Panda pics.....
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Hence my post worded the way it was
I might be able to persuade Gavin to show your car if you buy a classic Panda! Go on, you know you want to.
Definitely! Maybe I should ramdomly park the Super or the white 45 on your drive Bob :idea: Once the powers that be get used to it, you might be allowed to keep it! Remind me where your house is..........
I'm working on swmbo but its an uphill struggle at the moment. But my daughters 17th is getting closer so time to up the pressure
What's in it for me?
I'd love to come, it really does depend on Uni though, it's possible but might be a bit difficult for me to sort it all out, I'll be able to find out for sure sometime mid September....
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What's in it for me?
A bottle of Jack Daniels, if you've still only got one Panda...! :devil:
PS: And, if you're lucky, I'll protect you from the evil Mr Panda Face....
A bottle of Jack Daniels, if you've still only got one Panda...! :devil:
PS: And, if you're lucky, I'll protect you from the evil Mr Panda Face....
Bet you a bottle of JD you won't be able to....
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Make it a Lagavulin sixteen year-old, and you're on...!
I shall, however, have to resort to using my magic stick, if necessary....
A bottle of Jack Daniels, if you've still only got one Panda...! :devil:
PS: And, if you're lucky, I'll protect you from the evil Mr Panda Face....
well i can torment panda face for you, ask Palio
