Hi List,
thought you may be interested in an article I read recently
in the Classics Times Magazine.
Anyone who thinks that the UK historic vehicle scene comprises of a few old
chaps pottering down to the pub on a sunny Sunday needs to think again.
According to the FBHVC (federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs). the
business generated by the British historic movement is #3.2 billion ( $6.3
billion)
and rising. There are 2500 companies offering related goods or services
employing 27,400 people , 77% of whom are full time. More than 50% of these
companies plan to increase staffing levels over the next three years but all
admit
they have trouble finding people with the right skills and knowledge.
Other interesting facts;
67% of historic vehicles cover less than 900 miles per year.
over 130,000 historic vehicles are being stored or worked on.
Approx. 67% of vehicles are valued at less than #10,000 ($20,000 US).
45% of enthusiasts are between 41 and 60 years old.
Magazines dedicated to historic vehicles have an annual circulation of 3
million copies.
For more information look at _www.fbhvc.co.uk_ (http://www.fbhvc.co.uk)
Its been a wet few days in Wales so Mary (my 53 100/4) is sulking in the
garage. My grandkids are coming this weekend so weather permitting we will be
out and about blasting round the lanes, frightening the sheep and giving the
kids something to talk about at school other than what was on TV.
Cheers,
Dave.
53 BN1 (number 70) Wales, UK.
|