MG Northumbria 2016

[RPWC]

Originally Posted by ZedTeeTee

What a day! I was running a few minutes late this morning and ended up leaving in a bit of a rush, to get to the metrocentre to meet up. On the way down from Stanley I found myself behind a white metro that was, shall we say, making rapid progress.

In what was a surreal moment at the time, slowed down for some roadworks, the driver wound his window down and a huge cloud of smoke left the vehicle.....

Any way....got to the metro and made our way from there to Throckley to pick up the rest, and from there to Corbridge. Some slight confusion over the route and the change in entrance saw some of us arrive the opposite way to others, despite all being in the same convoy

The site was pretty dry, but the all new "straight to your area" system didn't seem to work, at least to me, but the ground was well laid out so we were parked up soon enough. A few no shows left a bit of a gap, but I think we made an impressive showing with a nice spread of cars. We even had a very rare ZT, codename "Longbridge Lion". I don't think many spotted this one, it was cleverly disguised, and looked almost Jaguar like in appearance........

Only kidding Ziggy72, your big cat was stunning, and every bit the credit to you, as ZT alternatives go, I'll let you off with that one

We even had a Marinabrian, but he disappeared quicker than anyone could say "T4", and soon the camping chairs were out and the portable stoves firing into life. At that point I would have loved to have joined in, I had packed my stove to make myself a few cuppas during the day, I had also packed the kettle, spare gas, some coffee, sugar, a teaspoon, mug, and even remembered the dinky bottle of milk! What I totally forgot was any water.......

Moving on, I had a stroll around the site, and the volume of vehicles on display was incredible, so much to see, a really good turn out by all the clubs and individuals involved. I can also recommend the Angus Burgers

As the day progressed we were reminded by Stu that we had our voting forms to complete so I took another wander around the cars and what I really enjoy, is reading the history and background stories behind some of the cars, and take a look at any information that is provided. I also like spotting the personal touches and seeing if I can work out the changes an owner has made to their car. Some are obvious, like the paint effect on someone's wheels, others more subtle like adding the covers to the door stops. What was apparent, as you would expect, was that every car was obviously cherished by it's owner and each was a credit to them.

The forms were completed by all, voting for the car by the number assigned to each member, and at this point it is worth mentioning that Stu had arranged all of this himself, out of his own pocket, as a nice way of remembering the day. As usual Stu excelled in his role as Regional Secretary, and we are lucky to have him in this role - hats off to you Stu

A short "ceremony" was performed, the highlight of which was the minor confusion over which owner was which number, which the cheeky side of me enjoyed, I did have a little giggle over it As the results were called we had some very deserving winners, and some additional awards from Stu that he had picked out, see if you can see any winners below:









































Soon it was time to leave, and as I had some family commitments to attend to, I followed Brian out as he was having to leave to see to a poorly pup. I say leave........the following hour was an interesting time where the most gripping part was waiting to see if Brian would run out of fuel. He left with 0 range and was pretty desperate for fuel BEFORE the hour queue to get out. The reason for the delay seemed to stem from a recovery wagon trying to gain access against the flow of cars leaving, and also from being in the right place at the wrong time - most of those leaving ahead of us had the view of the ignorant woman behind the wheel of a Mini Cooper S who seemed to think her 8 ft car could fit in a 6 inch gap and just drove into it, anyone else be damned......and breathe.....rant over

So, another Meet over, and having not attended one for quite a while, I really enjoyed this one, my apologies to anyone I didn't get to chat too, but it was all of you that made this a great meet, and you should all be proud of the vehicles you presented.

Very well said Chris

Originally Posted by NigelOBB

Thank for organising another great day Stu.. I love that show, got to be one of the best in the north.
It good to catch up with everyone, hope you all got home safely.


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Agree with you Nige

Originally Posted by Fusilier

Thanks to all those who supported the event at Corbridge, really enjoyed the day, but more the company, and some excellent cars on display, and think that the write up of the day by Chris is brilliant (thanks Chris)

I got home at around 1830 hrs, after a very long day, and was bushwhacked, unpacked car, and had a bite to eat, then fell asleep, and woke up at half time during the footie

Here are my photo's of the day

https://1drv.ms/i/s!AlzI6tCEbgTSgdMkTLLC6lEplBKmtA (had to post them up on one drive, as ran out of space on photobucket)

Prizes on the day were awarded as follows:

1st 75 - Ssizefive
2nd 75 - Graham1961
3rd 75 - Slivervixen

1st ZT - Mofo
2nd ZT - Black and White
3rd ZT - Roverrobson

also awarded 4 prizes to some of the members as well for something different

Best Wheels -Ziggy72
Best interior - NigelOBB
Best Engine Bay - Myfirstrover
Best Modified - Willshot (Last award he will ever get whilst car in his possession)

I am sorry that everyone did not win, even I did not get a prize, and I spent a lot of time cleaning and preparing the car, but be assured, your cars are still very good, and were a credit to the club stand we had

So once again thanks to everybody who support the show

Stu

Stu, as ever your dedication to the role and the things you do for the north east club,are second to none.
I can only agree with what the rest have stated, the club as a whole,never mind just the north east branch, is very lucky to have some one with such fantastic organisational skills such as yourself. We the N E crowd,really appreciate what you do,and the meets you put together,a pat on the back is well deserved.:bowd own:

[cookie87]

Dont forget to thank the lovely people who got there at daft o'clock in the morning and stayed long after you all left and didnt really get to see much of the show. I dont like to boost but i think i did i really really good job.

[RPWC]

Originally Posted by cookie87

Dont forget to thank the lovely people who got there at daft o'clock in the morning and stayed long after you all left and didnt really get to see much of the show. I dont like to boost but i think i did i really really good job.

Of course Neil, if you read my first post after the show yesterday, I thanked you and your club for inviting us each year. Without yourelves (MGN) there would be no show.

[Fusilier]

Cookie

I have sent an email (this evening at around 1820 hrs) to the Chairman of MG Northumbria to say thank you from all members of the 75 and ZT Club, for all the hard work that was put in by the staff at MG Northumbria to make the day, (that includes you) as well as well as all the others who spent a lot of their time to make the day for all those who attended

so hopefully at your next club night he will tell you how much we at the 75 and ZT club appreciated your time and effort in making the day

Stu

[cookie87]

Originally Posted by Fusilier

Cookie

I have sent an email (this evening at around 1820 hrs) to the Chairman of MG Northumbria to say thank you from all members of the 75 and ZT Club, for all the hard work that was put in by the staff at MG Northumbria to make the day, (that includes you) as well as well as all the others who spent a lot of their time to make the day for all those who attended

so hopefully at your next club night he will tell you how much we at the 75 and ZT club appreciated your time and effort in making the day

Stu

I dont attend the club nights as i work the late shift on the buses but i am sure he will tell me. Glad everyone had a good day and let's make next year bigger and better the feedback forms will be available soon i shall post a link when they are up.
Thanks agian to everyone who came and made it the day it was

[RPWC]

Is it just me, or does anyone else only see one photo from Stu's link to one drive?

[willshot]

Originally Posted by RPWC

Is it just me, or does anyone else only see one photo from Stu's link to one drive?

I only see one, the e-type engine.

[Graham1961]

A brilliant show, one of the best.

I saw so many lovely old cars it was a feast.

I love this venue and there is no doubt our own car attracted much attention from the public which is much encouraging to see.

The 75/ZT club stand looked very impressive as the cars looked very well turned out.

A big thanks to Stuart for organizing this and for the prizes where i forgot what my number was .

Fantastic show....

[good_mojo]

Originally Posted by cookie87

Dont forget to thank the lovely people who got there at daft o'clock in the morning and stayed long after you all left and didnt really get to see much of the show. I dont like to boost but i think i did i really really good job.

You and the rest of the team who organised the event did a cracking job as it was an excellent show, so I'd also like to thank you and the others for all your effort. I'm sure Stu's email to the Chairman of MG Northumbria is fully supported from all who attended.

[Fusilier]

Originally Posted by willshot

I only see one, the e-type engine.

Will

Try it again, just had a look, and checked that I am sharing all 50

https://1drv.ms/f/s!AlzI6tCEbgTSgdN7yLFjX37w7YUnrg

Stu