FINS 'N CHROME SHOW - PRESTON PARK - SUNDAY 29th MAY 2005

Sad to say this was a very disappointing turnout representing the MR2 MK1. Early in the day there were only 2 cars at the show, one owned by member Steve Raettig and the other belonging to myself. Fortunately later in the morning member Greg Bloodworth arrived in his magnificent Ferrari 355 Berlinetta accompanied by his wife Jean and their two little girls. Greg has recently acquired a MK1 which he is presently restoring bock to road worth condition. His Ferrari was fantastic and needless to say attracted a lot of attention to the club stand, like bees around a honey pot. There was also a great deal of attention focused towards the two MR2s. Steve's car was looking in very good shape, a lot of preparation had gone into it looking just right for the show, he spent a lot of the day with polish and cloth., I might find I have future competition...! It has been said in the past I spend more money on polish than petrol. Well done Steve, a you're a credit. My thanks to Steve for his support throughout the day and particularly the bacon sandwich he afforded me which he cooked on his BBQ.

There should have been three MR2s on the day, but due to a misunderstanding on the day Bob Pollock had already turned up the on the Saturday a day too early, sorry about that Bob, but many thanks nevertheless for your intended support.

The weather was good to us and the turnout of American and Classic cars was brilliant and up to the usual high standard. A great day was had by all.

My thanks must go out to my mam and dad and wife Claire for their help and moral support on the day. As previously said my thanks also must go to Steve and Greg for valued help and support. It was lovely meeting Greg's family who had kindly made the effort to accompany him. We wish Greg all the best in his endeavours to bring his MK1 back to life and roadworthy standard, his superb 355 certainly needs NO renovation whatsoever.

Well that's it for me for 2005, no more Classic shows for me till next year. My thanks go to all the Club members who have supported the shows throughout the year.

Andrew Hudson