Hi Folks,

Just a quick note to say that the show website is now live for 2008, have a look at www.necclassicmotorshow.com

This also includes a link to our YouTube channel with loads of clips etc.

Cheers,

Andy.

Just a few quick words to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to the show this year.

A huge success and a record breaking attendance.

Back in 2008 on November 14th, 15th and 16th at The NEC, Birmingham

Check out www.necclassicmorotshow.com in the meantime for news, pics, videos and details.

Hope to see you in 2008.

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The Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust (JDHT) and Jaguar Classic Parts (JCP) are delighted to announce they will once again be showcasing a selection of prestigious cars and car parts at this year's Classic Motor Show, to be held at the NEC, Birmingham (9th -11th November 2007).

It will be the eighth Show for the JDHT and JCP, and the focus for 2007 will be on rare Jaguar Sports Cars. The impressive eye-catching stand, which can be found in Hall 1, will display an exclusive collection of cars from the JDHT, including the restored SS Helmet Wing model that was once the car of Princess Pignatelli of Italy. The car was made in 1932 and was brought to the UK only four years ago. Over the last two years it has undergone a dramatic restoration and can be viewed for the first time at the Classic Car Show. To see this prestigious car and to get the full and exciting story behind it, make sure you pay a visit to the Jaguar stand.

The stand will furthermore be complimented with a top team of experts, presenting you with the opportunity to have any queries answered at the technical helpdesk; experience JCP's multilingual website with a unique and extensive online parts cataloguing system, as well as new special offers and recently re-introduced, genuine Jaguar parts on display; and take advantage of the JDHT's 'live' eShop, where merchandise is also available for purchase, so don't forget to take a look!

The JDHT Museum and Archive is situated close to the NEC at the spiritual and historical home of Jaguar, at Browns Lane in Coventry.

For more information please visit www.jdht.com or www.jaguarclassicparts.com

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Volvo Cars celebrate 80th anniversary with debut of rare open top Volvos at CMS2007

Amazing open tops set to delight the crowds

Rare soft top Volvos will be under the spotlight at this year's Classic Motor Show. Celebrating 80 years since the first Volvo car left the factory in Göteborg, the company will mark this tremendous milestone by appearing for the first time at the Classic Motor Show with the help of some real motoring rarities, representing the different decades. An interesting array of rare Volvo cars will de displayed on the 400 square metre stand situated in Hall 1 of the NEC. Some stunning cars, never seen before in the UK, will no doubt surprise the visitors with their rarity, beauty and condition. Among the cars on display at the Volvo stand will be one of the few remaining Volvo 445 Valbo dropheads from 1953, a two-seater fibreglass bodied Volvo Sport from 1956 and a 480 convertible prototype from 1990. A C70 convertible will represent the current Volvo model range. By displaying these unusual models, visitors will be introduced to some lesser known parts of the Volvo product history and older cars that are not very well known outside of Sweden. All the more reason therefore to give them pride of place at the UK's best classic motoring exhibition. The Volvo Cars on display will be brought to the show by Volvo Cars Heritage, whose brief is to nurture and present the company's history and rich heritage. They will be joined by the Volvo Owner's Club, which has an extensive network and huge expertise and will be able to talk to visitors about the club and its activities as well as providing answers to questions about what it is like to own a classic Volvo. For more information about Volvo's classic car models, visit www.volvocars.com.heritage.

The Meguiar's Club Showcase welcomes five more entrants

Concours entrants set to shine

As this year's NEC Classic Motor Show draws closer, Meguiar's, the show's official partner, has announced five more stunning entrants to the new Meguiar's Club Showcase to join the four already confirmed. The latest marque winners, hoping to gain the coveted 'Meguiar's Car of the Year' award, are Mercedes-Benz National Day 'Supreme Master Class' winning 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, the TR Register International 'Master Class' winner, a 1968 Triumph TR5, the NSRA 'Participants Choice' winner, a 1932 Ford 3 Window Coupe, the BMW Festival's 'Best in Show' 1988 BMW E30 M3 and the JEC 'Overall Concours Winner 2007', a 1960 Jaguar XK 150. These will line up alongside the 1955 Volkswagen Beetle, 1982 Volkswagen Golf GTI, 1963 Mk1 Jensen CV8 and 1938 VA Tickford DHC which have already confirmed their places in this year's event. Thirteen different marques will feature in the final showcase, each one having been awarded the top honour at one of the 2007 marque national shows, by fellow club members. With nine sought after places now filled there are only four left up for grabs. The Meguiar's Club Showcase will be a major feature throughout the show. An independent judging team will have the daunting task of selecting the 'Champion of Champions' from the thirteen finalists – one car to represent the very pinnacle of this year's national club concours scene. For further information on Meguiar's please visit www.meguiars.co.uk or call +44 (0)870 241 6696. Editors Note The world's leading manufacturer of automotive surface products, Meguiar's was formed in 1901 and remains a family business to this day. The company produces an unrivalled range of over 400 products for the global aftermarket, is a market leader in Australia as well as in the United States and has make considerable inroads into the UK market since its arrival here only five years ago. Meguiar's also works hand-in-glove with the world's major motor manufacturers. For further press information please contact David Eden or Chris Wakley at Automotive PR on +44 (0) 20 7494 8050 or deden@automotivepr.com / cwakley@automotivepr.com

Classic Cars, Classic Hits – What A Showstopper!

Footman James create a musical tribute to iconic cars

CMS sponsor, Footman James, has pulled out all the stops for this year's show, with a nostalgic, poptastic celebration of classic cars and memorable music through the decades. Whether you remember cruising to the sounds of the Beatles in your Mini Cooper, rocking to the Rolling Stones in your Ford Capri, or perhaps you just have an eye for retro style, our 'Classic Hits' stand offers all show-goers a colourful tribute to much-loved motors and music from the swinging sixties to the electric eighties. On the stand will be fine examples of iconic cars from each decade, the Ford Escort Mk 1, Triumph Dolomite Sprint, and the Audi Quattro. To get people in the party mood, our 'DJ from FJ' will spin out classic tracks from music's most colourful era. Paul Matthews, Footman James' managing director, said: "The Classic Motor Show is the flagship classic vehicle event and we're proud to be associated with it." "Our James Bond themed stand last year featured stunning Aston Martins and was a real success, but we are even more excited about having some of the most iconic and nostalgic classics of all time at this year's event." To further commemorate our nearing 25th Anniversary, we're also offering £25 off any new insurance policy quoted at the show. The Classic Motor Show gives us the chance to meet our customers, car club partners and their members first-hand. Where else would we possibly want to be! Why not swing by the stand, meet the team and join in the fun? Editors Notes Ford Escort Mk 1 - Launched 1967 • Launched the year The Beatles' iconic Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band released. • Number one singles of the year included I'm a Believer – The Monkees, Release Me – Englebert Humperdinck, Puppet on a String – Sandie Shaw. Triumph Dolomite Sprint– Launched 1973 • This year's Christmas number one was Slade, with Merry Xmas Everybody. • Pink Floyd released their Dark Side of the Moon album, and The Who launched hugely popular Quadrophenia. Audi Quattro – Launched 1980 • This year David Bowie releases Fashion, Blondie hits success with The Tide is High and the Nolan's get people moving with I'm in the Mood for Dancing. • Gary Numan released the first rock video cassette in April. Footman James Footman James is official lead sponsor of the Classic Motor Show, and this year signed a three-year sponsorship deal to continue its support. It was acquired by Aon this year, further boosting its position as head of the specialist insurance industry. Both Aon and Footman James' classic car divisions are market leaders, with a combined client base of more than 200,000 policies and 250,000 vehicles. For 25 years it has enjoyed a unique relationship with vintage and classic vehicle enthusiasts and clubs, offering an exceptional service and flexibility. Experienced staff based in Cradley Heath, West Midlands, deal with over 2,500 requests a day. For further details, call Lindsay Holder, at Severn Communications Limited, on 01905 791975, or e-mail her on lindsay.holder@severncom.com