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Classic Cars – Why do we love them?

Classic Cars – Why do we love them? Written by Jeff Sheridan What is it about old cars that make us want to own one, or indeed for hundreds of thousands of people, to actually go out and buy one? OK they evoke memories of the past, reawakening the daydream we once perhaps had of… (read more)

Buying a Battery

Buying a Battery Posted by Neil Evans   1. Size matters! Purchasing a battery has become much easier because most of the battery and vehicle manufacturers have adopted the BCI Group Number as a standard for the battery`s voltage, physical size, terminal type and terminal location. It contains the vehicle`s minimum cold cranking amps (CCA)… (read more)

Warning

Warning – driving your classic car can make you impotent…. Posted by Mel Baker Can you hear me at the back there? No? You`re probably an open-top sports car driver or a motorcyclist then. You probably drive and your ears are ringing. That`s called a temporary threshold shift, which is a short-term hearing loss after… (read more)

Tyre Safety

Tyre Safety Warning Posted by Jeff Sheridan   A recent letter from Her Majesty�s Coroner for the County of Greater Manchester, addressed to FBHVC ( Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs ), reported on a fatal accident in June 2006 and drew attention to the danger of using old tyres.

Treasure Hunt & Quiz

Treasure Hunt & Quiz The club Treasure Hunt and Quiz took place on Sunday 19th Feb and attracted a very good entry of 19 cars. We met at the White Rose Tea Room near Cabo Roig and the route took us via La Fuente, Eagle`s Nest, San Miguel, Rebate and Pilar to a coffe break… (read more)

Jan Drive Santuario de Magdelena

Jan Drive Santuario de Magdelena 34 Members met at the Meroil Station for the start of our first drive of the year. We set of from Callosa towards Hondon then to our coffee stop at Pinoso Residencial el Mirador Refreshed, we set of once again to Novelda and the Santuri de Santa Maria. We had… (read more)

Ace Café – 1st October

Sunday 01 October 2017 – Book/Enquire Our monthly open meeting at the Hotel La Torre in Los Montesinos. A gathering for classic car enthusiasts to show off their cars and look at the ever changing selection which arrives each month. We meet at the same place on the first Sunday of each month at 11am… (read more)

Ace Café – 3rd September

Sunday 03 September 2017 – Book/Enquire Our monthly open meeting at the Hotel La Torre in Los Montesinos. A gathering for classic car enthusiasts to show off their cars and look at the ever changing selection which arrives each month. We meet at the same place on the first Sunday of each month at 11am and… (read more)

Ace Café – 6th August

Sunday 06 August 2017 – Book/Enquire Our monthly open meeting at the Hotel La Torre in Los Montesinos. A gathering for classic car enthusiasts to show off their cars and look at the ever changing selection which arrives each month. We meet at the same place on the first Sunday of each month at 11am and… (read more)

Club Birthday 14th Sept 2017

Thursday  14 September 2017 Book/Enquire Closing date Friday 8th Sept We are celebrating our 10th Birthday at Meson El Prado in San Miguel de Salinas. At 12.30 for 1.00 lunch.This is a venue familiar to us all and offers great value for money. In recognition of the Club’s continued business, the owner Juan, has once… (read more)

BBQ – 20th July 2017

Thursday 20th  July 2017 Book/Enquire Meet at La Torre ( ACE ) at 6pm ( 6.30 departure) for a  drive to the Patagonia Steak House, Marina-Oasis Urbanación (La Marina) for our BBQ.  Good parking at the rear in Consum car park. 15e for the usual meat meal with 1st drink. ( all other drinks paid… (read more)

Ace Cafe – 2nd July 2017

Sunday 02 July 2017 – Book/Enquire Our monthly open meeting at the Hotel La Torre in Los Montesinos. A gathering for classic car enthusiasts to show off their cars and look at the ever changing selection which arrives each month. We meet at the same place on the first Sunday of each month at 11am… (read more)

Visit to 43 Bodega Saturday 17th June 2017

Saturday 17th June 2017 Book/Enquire Meeting at La Torre Hotel ( ACE )  for the drive  towards Cartagena. On arrival we will be offered a small taster and will be shown round the facility. There is an entrance fee but Chris and Angie have negotiated an inclusive entrance and 3 course  meal later with refreshment for 20e pp…. (read more)

Ace Cafe – 4th June 2017

Sunday 04 June 2017 – Book/Enquire Our monthly open meeting at the Hotel La Torre in Los Montesinos. A gathering for classic car enthusiasts to show off their cars and look at the ever changing selection which arrives each month. We meet at the same place on the first Sunday of each month at 11am… (read more)

Evening Petanca 18th May 2017

18th May 2017 Book/Enquire Evening Petanca at Mirador Villa Martin, meet at la Torre hotel Montesinos 4.00,  for the drive To Villa Martin, for either a relax in the sun or a game of petanca followed by a meal. Please advise menu  choices , STARTER Soup of the day,   or,  Pate & Toast  or,   Breaded Brie,  or, Egg… (read more)

Picnic in the Park 23rd April 2017

Sunday 23 April 2017 Book/Enquire Meet at La Torre hotel Montesinos at 10.30 leave 11.00 for our drive to the picnic You will be given direction sheet on the day Don’t forget your chairs