Classic Car Loan Project Gathering at the British Motor Museum
Published: 13/04/2022
FBHVC Supports Young Drivers
The Classic Car Loan Project (CCLP) celebrated 5 years of success with a gathering at The British Motor Museum, Gaydon sponsored by Peter James Insurance and The FBHVC with BMM providing excellent facilities.
15 of the 20+ cars in the current phase, ranging from 1929 to 1987, were on display after travelling from all parts of the country to meet up for the first time since covid struck.
Cars changing hands to new younger drivers for the year were an Austin 7 Ruby, Morris Minor Traveller, Riley Elf and a Ford Model A, Austin 7 , Wolseley 1500, Morris Ital and a TR7 will follow in the next few weeks.
Motul Oil were on hand to give service advice and to supply the appropriate grade of engine oil for the care of the cars during the year. King Dick Tools are supplying tool rolls for each car too for everyday under bonnet tasks by each young driver - armed with the car handbook of course! Longstone Tyres have been prominent in supporting the preparation of the cars to ensure safety through the loan period.
Personalities from the tv classic world, Mike Brewer and Sarah Crabtree, were there to applaud the young drivers for responding to the challenge of driving a car from another era.
CCLP director, Bob Wilkinson said, “This was a wonderful opportunity to meet together to experience the massive effort made by all concerned, owners, clubs, sponsors and of course the young drivers, in a joint celebration. The excellent facilities at BMM enabled some of the young drivers to take the wheel for the first time away from normal traffic.
I am proud to be associated with these young enthusiasts who will continue to be involved for years to come.
The longest distance covered on the day, visiting BMM, was young driver Sam Booth from Featherstone, West Yorkshire, with 280 miles driving a 1954 Ford Popular. That is enthusiasm!”
14 of the earlier participating drivers have bought a classic. Bob also indicated that in recent weeks, following the FBHVC Clubs Expo event, he had been approached by 15 clubs looking to offer cars into the CCLP in the near future.
Karl Carter, Skills Director for FBHVC commented, “ This initiative driven by Bob’s enthusiasm to get younger people into classic cars has gone from strength to strength and FBHVC have supported the scheme from the start. The challenge now is for clubs to take up this initiative themselves and to see the joy driving a classic vehicle brings to the younger generation and hopefully the new club member of the future."
For more info on how to apply or offer a car please visit www.classiccarloanproject.co.uk
