In a message dated 97-05-10 06:59:23 EDT, Bill Schooler wrote:
<< Would someone be so kind as to briefly recap the information about "Drive
your British Car Week", which is right on the horizon as I recall?
Thanks, in advance.
Bill >>
Glad you asked Bill.
The following is an explanation of The First Annual British Car Week and
instructions for enjoying yourself during this celebration. The week of May
12th to the 18th has been chosen for this year.
A week in May has been chosen because it is a time of year when the snow has
melted in most parts of the country (USA) and we can all get our cars out to
enjoy them. As indicated in Peter Egan's column in the March 1997 Road &
Track Magazine, he mentions that he doesn't see old sports cars on the road
anymore. (scary thought)
During this week in May, we can get our cars out on the streets at the same
time and show people that our old British cars are still a part of this
modern world. Drive your car to work, to the store, pleasure cruise on a
twisty country road, take the kid(s) to soccer practice, take mamma to her
aerobics class, take papa to the bowling alley, whatever you want.
This will not only supply you with some fun (in most cases) but will give
your car some exercise. This week of LBC's on the road in unison, will be
reminiscent of the 50's, 60's and 70's, when seeing these cars on the road
was quite common. This in return, may get people talking about these cars
and hopefully catch the eyes of someone who just might want to own one
someday and help continue this fun hobby for future years, which will benefit
all of us.
Scott (See you on the road) Helms
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