Greetings,
I know some of you have probably already gotten word of this but I didn't want
it to slip by anyone. Feel free to use the letter below in any form that you
wish.
Thanks,
Scott Helms
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The Second Annual British Car Week
May 18-24, 1998
This past year some of you may have heard about the First Annual British Car
Week. This idea came from an article titled "Seldom Seen Cars" written by
Peter Egan for the March 1997 issue of Road & Track magazine. In this
article, Mr Egan
writes that he never see's old sports cars on the road anymore. Scions Of
Lucas (a British car enthusiasts mailing list on the internet, which can be
found by going to the web page address below) mailing list member, Peter
Schauss, thought it might be a good idea to set aside a week during the year
to get our cars out and promote them for all to see and enjoy. As a result,
we've decided to do what we can to help change this, for British cars anyway.
This Spring, The Second Annual British Car Week will be celebrated during the
third full week of May (May 18 - 24). The object of this week is for all
British car owners to get their car(s) out of the garage, drive them, and help
promote these treasured cars in whatever ways we can. Most of you drive your
cars during the summer months and for some, throughout the year, but rarely do
we drive them on the roads in unison, for all to see in full force. This
special week has been set aside for owners of "all British marques", to help
promote these cherished cars, and possibly attract the attention of another
potential enthusiast, young or old, who might decide to get involved and help
preserve our hobbies, businesses, clubs, and most of all, our cars, and help
us keep them on the roads!!
Last year, the participation was very strong. Many clubs got together and
planned outings, ranging from picnics, club meetings, or drives to a special
location. Others used their cars for errands or drove them to and from work
and found that it was so enjoyable, they kept right on doing so all Summer
long. As indicated by Gary Anderson, Publisher of British Car Magazine, this
event didn't create any traffic jams that we know of, but it did attract some
attention and got people talking about these cars which is exactly what was
intended.
We have constructed a web page on the internet devoted to British Car Week.
Last year we invited drivers to share their driving experiences with us. The
stories were posted for all to read and enjoy. We got some very interesting
replies!! This next year we will do the same. Stop by and visit the web page
at:
http://members.aol.com/Trmgafun/britishcarweek.html (Note: capital T)
If any of you belong to other clubs or subscribe to magazines that cater to
any British marques, please make a copy of this letter, send it to them, and
help pass the word. If you are a subscriber of a service on the internet, I
can e-mail you a copy of this letter. Since we have a very low budget, the
help of fellow enthusiasts is crucial. If you are not on the internet, send a
letter to your club and let them know what you are planning. Thanks to all
who have participated and to those who are about to.
See you on the road,
Scott Helms - TRMGAFUN@AOL.COM
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