We Have 5 days to The All British Field Meet And Autojumble.
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10-23-2014, 07:46 PM
We Have 5 days to The All British Field Meet And Autojumble.
Tampa Bay British Car Club Members and Friends:
The Tampa Bay British Car Clubs Burger Quest at Jacks London Grill was a great success with 40 people and 11 British Cars.
The next Burger Quest is November 23 at 1:30 PM at Woodys Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant, St Pete Beach.
The TBBCC's Dade City Drive is back after a long absence RSVP required. Limited to the first 20 Cars. The available places are filling up fast. RSVP to pbross@juno.com
We Have 5 days to The All British Field Meet And Autojumble.
Have you register your CAR?? Check Home Page for the All British Field Meet And Autojumble registration, instructions, and classes. October 10 is last day for discounted entry fee. Pre-registering your car is a great help in laying out the parking. Register early and often.
Bring your donated items for the Silent Auction to the TBBCC meeting this Thursday or to the show.
If each TBBCC member donated just ONE item, we will be over the top.
This is a great opportunity to get rid of any automobile parts, memorabilia, or anything else you are willing to let go that are sitting in your garage or in a box in your attic to help the TBBCC to pay for club activities and programs.
Potential Items to donate for the silent auction:
British Car Parts, Engine parts, body parts, filters, convertible tops (we all have these things in our garage)
General Car Items, Car cleaning products, tools,
Car Memorabilia, Awards, car models,
British Items, key rings, coffee mugs, caps
Racing Items
Gift baskets
Bring your items to the next TBBCC meeting or contact Phil at 727-420-0467 or pbross@juno.com
The NEXT regular Monthly Meeting of the Tampa Bay British Car Club is October 23, 2014. This is the Last meeting of 2014.
The Paradise Restaurant, Main Street Safety Harbor.
Meeting starts at 7:00 PM come early for dinner. Drive your British Car.
Up coming car events:
October 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
October 24 –Meet and Greet for The All British Field Meet at Tapping The Vine, Safety Harbor.
October 25 - The 28th Annual All British Field Meet and Autojumble on the Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor.
October 26 - Barktoberfest Car and Truck Cruise In. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Bank Street around Orange Lake, New Port Richey
November 9 - St Petersburg Yacht Club Vintage Motor Classic. 10 AM to 3:30 PM.
November 9 -Salute To Our Veterans Car Show. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Hosted by Tri-City Cruisers, at the Bay Pines VA Center
November 13 to 16 - Zephyrhills Fall AutoFest, a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction at Festival Park.
November 15 - Back after a long absence is TBBCC's The Dade City Drive. RSVP required. Limited to the first 20 Cars.
November 14-16 - Florida Suncoast MG Car Club's Jamboree 19. At Riverside Resort in Homossassa Springs, FL.
November 23 - TBBCC's Burger Quest 1:30 PM at Woodys Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant, St Pete Beach.
November 27 -Happy Thanksgiving, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
December 6 - Brits by The Bay Winter Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
December 6 - Slicks Garage Toys for Tots Christmas Show. Starts at 2:00 PM.
Additional information about these and other Car Events is below in EVENTS & SHOWS.
The weather this weekend is: The weather is great!!! It's a bit cooler, perfect top down weather.
Check out the cars for sale below in "Cars & parts for sale".
Take you LBC out to a show or just a drive. Enjoy your car and have fun.
If you have a question or need more information, send me an e-mail pbross@juno.com or call me at 727-420-0467 (cell)
<<<<<<Next Monthly Tampa Bay British Car Club Meeting>>>>>>>
The NEXT regular Monthly Meeting of the Tampa Bay British Car Club, October 23, 2014. At The Paradise Restaurant, Main Street Safety Harbor. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM come early for dinner. Drive your British Car.
We have a Great Club, wear your TBBCC logo shirt or hat to any and all cars shows or events that you will be attending during the show season and bring a few of the club brochures for those you meet that might be interested in our club. Contact TBBCC officers for brochures and contact Mike Lunsfords for shirts and hats. mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com
<<<<<<Membership>>>>>>>
Currently we have 120 members paid for 2014.
Attention all NEW members, the Tampa Bay British Car Club will to provide name tags for both the new member and significant others with your initial membership. You need to contact Mike Lunsford to received a name tag, e-mail him at mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com with the names and correct spelling you want on the badge. Badges can not be mailed due to magnetic strips, please make arrangements to pick up.
Due to special club pricing and other complications No late renewals or new members can be added to the Club's Classic Motorsport Magazine subscription after January 31, 2014. This is a firm dead line, NO exceptions. You'll have the opportunity to get the Classic Motorsport Magazine next year.
We need to know your correct mailing address. Have you changed your mailing address or other contact information within the last 12 months, make sure to let us know. Contact Membership secretary Alec Knight with any address changes or contact information changes: alecknight@verizon.net
Want to join the Tampa Bay British Car Club? Check out the Clubs web page.
TBBCC: Membership Info and Regalia
Renewal's and New Memberships are still only $30.00
Send your Dues check ($30) payable to:
John Johanson
12816 Harborwood Dr
Largo, Fl 33774
<<<<<Regalia>>>>>
The TBBCC is now offering:
Regular cotton Port Authority collared shirts are $25.00 EACH, XXL and larger sizes add
$2.00.
New lightweight collared shirts are $27.00 each, XXL sizes add $2.00.
Regular cotton T shirts are $12.00 each, lightweight fabric T shirts are $20.00.
License plate surrounds are $20.00 each.
Hats are $12.00 each.
Two window stickers and can cozies are FREE to members when they join the club.
Please email your order to Mike Lunsford at. mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com .
<<<<Club Information>>>>>
Something very cool. The BBC America listed the top 10 British Things About Tampa. Check out NUMBER 4:
10 British Things About Tampa, FL | Anglophenia | BBC America
We are wanting to update the TBBCC Rogues Gallery on Facebook. Send me a Photo of You and Your British Car
Include your name with make, model and year of car.
Lets put a name and face with your car. president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
Have you thought of putting on a drive? Its not too hard to do! There are
several good web sites that list scenic roads, I have used:
Florida Motorcycle Rides | Florida Motorcycle Roads and Tours
Florida Motorcycle Roads - Tampa - St Pete - Bradenton - Lakeland
These are Motorcycle Touring pages, but work well for British cars too.
Just find a route that you like, do a test drive, find a good restaurant,
set a date and that's it.
And if you need some help, give me a call.
Here is an important web link for classic car owners.
This lists all the ETHANOL FREE GAS stations in Florida:
Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. and Canada
Check the TBBCC web site and Facebook page for upcoming events.
TBBCC: Welcome to the Tampa Bay British Car Club!
http://www.facebook.com/TBBCC
Lets get those Classic British Cars out and on the road. And show
everyone that "Classic cars are NOT just Hot Rods and Mustangs"
If there is any event that was missed please contact me and I will add it
to the next e-mail.
Remember, traveling in packs (Fiona said that should be "a herd with
tools") is the safest way to go, so if there is somewhere you want to go
and would like company there is usually someone in the club that would
like the company also.
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Cars & Parts For Sale >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Every few weeks the TBBCC gets contacted about a British car for sale.
The Club web site has a "Garage Sale" section , but the logistics of posting a non members ad is difficult and takes time.
So they will be posted here for 2 weeks.
Club Members ads will first be posted here and them on the "Garage Sale" section on the Club web site.
This service is free to all TBBCC Members.
Non-Member items will be listed here at no charge as a convenience to the Club.
However, Non-Members can sell items on the TBBCC web page with a per item fee of $25.00.
****1974 Sapphire Blue TR6
a total engine rebuild. new interior. new carpet. new top, tonneau and top cover and much more.
needs some finish work.
Call Vicky Reynolds 727.643.3294 or email at vavitro@gmail.com
****1996 6cyl. Burgendy / tan XJS for sale @ $24K, it has
about 36,000 mi. and in like new
condition, including GREAT A/C.
George Orndorff" grorndorff2@aol.com
****Wanted - Convertible top with rear window zipper for 1976 TR6.
Wanted - Factory Hard Top also wanted.
Ron, 941-962-4131
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<EVENTS & SHOWS-2014>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
To keep a British Car in proper running order, they need regular exercise. What is better than a Rallye or Show. There are several great events in the next several weeks; Pick one, polish the car and have some fun with like minded people.
All the events are open to ALL Clubs, cars and people. Get your classic
car out and have some fun.
Anyone that goes to any events please send us your pictures and they will
be posted to the club Facebook page.
Every Sunday morning 8:00 to 10:00 AM
The McDonalds on Tom Stewart Causeway at Madeira Beach.
This is a group of British car enthusiasts who have some lively
discussions and enjoy driving their classic cars. Any and all are
welcome.
October 17 & 18 - Euro Auto Festival, Greenville, SC. At the BMW factory. Euro Auto Festival BMW Spartanburg SC EuroAutoFestival.com
October 17- 19 - Lake Mirror Classic, Lakeland, Florida. www.LakeMorrorClassic.com
October 18 - Island Bayfest Car Show. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Held on Pine Avenue on Anna Maria Island, the show is limited to the first 100 vehicles, and there's trophies and awards, and music by Lance. The Bayfest festival, which is open until 10 PM includes live entertainment, kids games, arts and crafts vendors, food and beverage is available, and more. Car show registration is $10. For more info, call Bill at (941) 920-2277
October 19 -The Tampa Bay British Car Club's Burger Quest will be on October 19th at 1:30 PM. The location is already a favorite of many and will beJacks London Grill, 1050 62nd Ave. North in St. Pete. Plenty of parking and we have reserved indoor seating. Besides great British menu items, their burgers are outstanding. Come out and join us for some good food and fun. Here is a link to their website: Jacks London Grill - British Bar / Restaurant | british bar and restaurant, st petersburg, florida.
October 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
Paradise Restaurant Main Street Safety Harbor. Starts at 7:00 PM come
early for dinner. Last meeting for 2014.
Bring your donations for the Silent Auction.
October 24 –Meet and Greet for The All British Field Meet at Tapping The Vine, 734 Main Street Safety Harbor. 5:30 To 7:30 PM. Cash bar.
October 25 - The 28th Annual All British Field Meet and Autojumble on the Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor. Registration forms available at Home Page
October 25 - British Car Classic Mark XXVI at The Kings Head Pub, St Augustine, Fl. Triumph Club of North Florida. suennorm@comcast.com or 904-246-6044.
October 26 - Barktoberfest Car and Truck Cruise In. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Held on Bank Street around Orange Lake, New Port Richey, this fundraiser benefits local pet rescue groups. There's dash plaques for the first 50, live music, vendors, a Pet Costume Contest, entertainment, food and beverage available, and raffles. Registration fee is a pet food donation. For more info, call (727) 375-7070.
November 9 - St Petersburg Yacht Club Vintage Motor Classic. Registration 8 to 10 AM, trophies at 3:30 PM. Jaguar is the featured Marque. On line registration at Vintage Motor Classic - St. Petersburg Yacht Club
November 9 -Salute To Our Veterans Car Show. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Hosted by the Tri-City Cruisers, and held at the Bay Pines VA Center, 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, the show benefits the VA Center Wounded Warriors in St. Pete for needed equipment purchases. There's trophies, music, 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and more. Pre-registration is $15, day of show is $20. For more info, and to pre-register, call Cheryl at (727) 698-6772. Tri-City Cruisers of Tampa Bay - About Our Club
November 13 to 16 - Zephyrhills Fall AutoFest, a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction, takes place annually at Festival Park. The event and facilities are located just off U.S. Highway 301 in Zephyrhills, Florida; just north of Tampa.
November 14-16 - Florida Suncoast MG Car Club's Jamboree 19. At Riverside Resort in Homossassa Springs, FL. All British cars (and their owners) are welcomed. Home
November 14 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's Cars and Couture 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Cocktails and hors d'oeuvre served at the VIP Reception for entrants and sponsors. Tickets $30. Gold Coast Eagle, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 15 - Back after a long absence is TBBCC's The Dade City Drive (Weather permitting). This is a great drive thru the back roads of Florida, some nice rolling hills and twisty turns. The Drive will be RSVP only and limited to the first 20 cars (No exceptions). Lunch will be in Date City (Restaurant to be announced later). RSVP to pbross@juno.com.
November 15 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's Car Show. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Car entry $35. General Admission $5. at Walgreens, $10. at the door. 8131 Lakewood Main, Lakewood Ranch. www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 16 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's AutoCross. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Car entry $40. Desoto Speedway, 21000A Sates Road 64 East, Bradenton. www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 15- F.A.S.T. AutoX at Brooksville. Goto FAST | Autocross for details.
November 22 - Fixx Fest 11, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Bradenton Motorsports Park, Florida. Satisfy your addiction for European Cars. FixxFest - European Auto Event - Bradenton Motorsports Park Florida. This is a European Car Show, last year they had over 1200 cars and a few (5) classic British, lets show then what a Real European Car ARE. Fiona and I are planning to attend.
November 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Burger Quest is heading outdoors for November. The date is 11/23 at 1:30 PM at Woody’s Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant. They are located at 7308 Sunset Way, St. Pete Beach. Plenty of parking and seating with outstanding views of the water. They have a great menu featuring their famous Woody Burger with a ½ pound of ground chuck. Here is a link to their website: Woody's Waterfront. Cash only, so bring some green stuff. It should be great weather to bring out our little British cars, so come out and join us for some fun, good food and drink
Novenber 27 -Happy Thanksgiving, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
December 6 - Brits by The Bay Winter Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
invites all area British Car Clubs and everyone to its semi annual
picnic. Phillippe Park, Safety Harbor Fl. 10:00 to 2:00. Starts at 10:00
AM and Eats at noon. Please bring a side dish or dessert.
TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings.
Drive your British Car.
We are collecting toy for Toys for Tots, Please bring a new unwrapped toy.
Attention: We have MOVED to Shelter #6
Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
December 6 - Slicks Garage Toys for Tots Christmas Show. Starts at 2:00 PM. At Slicks Garage.
923 5th St W, Palmetto, Florida 34221
December 5 to 7 -Festivals of Speed at RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES. Festivals of Speed | Car Show
December 14 - Quaker Steak and Lube Christmas CAR & TRUCK SHOW.Day of show registration time 11 AM to 3 PM. Awards presented at around 5 P.M. 10400 49th Street North, the show is open-to-all, Pre-registration is $15, day of show is $20 Each participant is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy and five canned goods.. For more info, call (727) 547-8082.
December 14 - The Florida Suncoast MG Car Club will be attending The Bronx Wanderers in Bronxmas performance at Ruth Eckerd Hall—December 14, 2014 1 PM Tickets $18, $25, or $35 For Tickets: Ruth Eckerd Hall : Richard B. Baumgardner Center for the Performing Arts : Clearwater & Tampa, Florida . Phone 727-791-7400. Followed by Dinner at The Grind House British Pub, 1500 McMullen-Booth Rd. Ste A13, Clearwater 33759. RSVP by December 7, 2014 to Dennis Magee, dmagee@ij.net or 727-385-1188. All Clubs are welcome to attend.
December 25 - Merry Christmas, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<2015>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
January 1 - The Presidents First Drive "Far Too Many Times To Count". New Year's Day, at The Blackthorn Memorial at the North Rest Area of The Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Drivers meeting at 10:00 AM. A fun drive thru the back roads of the Manatee County and Lunch at Woodys River Roo. After lunch we have been invited to tour Slicks Garage, As seen on the HIT Discovery Channel TV Show "Highway to Sell". Always a fun drive and a great day. Come join us and "Play with Little British Cars".
We need a head count for the restaurant, Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
March 22 - Festivals of Speed, St. Petersburg. Festivals of Speed | Car Show
April 20 - Key West , FL. - Key West LBC Outing and Adventure. For more information visit www.keywestbritishcarclub..com
June 20 - Brits by The Bay Summer Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
invites all area British Car Clubs and everyone to its semi annual
picnic. Phillippe Park, Safety Harbor Fl. 10:00 to 2:00. Starts at 10:00
AM and Eats at noon. Please bring a side dish or dessert.
TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings.
Attention we have MOVED to Shelter #2
Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Philip & Fiona Ross at pbross@juno.com
St Petersburg, Fl. 727-420-0467 (cell)
Co-Presidents for Life (?) Tampa Bay British Car Club
1946 Triumph 1800 Roadster, 1975 MGB, 1977 Rover Mini, 2006 MINI Cooper.
"Classic cars are NOT just Hot Rods and Mustangs"
Vector
The Tampa Bay British Car Clubs Burger Quest at Jacks London Grill was a great success with 40 people and 11 British Cars.
The next Burger Quest is November 23 at 1:30 PM at Woodys Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant, St Pete Beach.
The TBBCC's Dade City Drive is back after a long absence RSVP required. Limited to the first 20 Cars. The available places are filling up fast. RSVP to pbross@juno.com
We Have 5 days to The All British Field Meet And Autojumble.
Have you register your CAR?? Check Home Page for the All British Field Meet And Autojumble registration, instructions, and classes. October 10 is last day for discounted entry fee. Pre-registering your car is a great help in laying out the parking. Register early and often.
Bring your donated items for the Silent Auction to the TBBCC meeting this Thursday or to the show.
If each TBBCC member donated just ONE item, we will be over the top.
This is a great opportunity to get rid of any automobile parts, memorabilia, or anything else you are willing to let go that are sitting in your garage or in a box in your attic to help the TBBCC to pay for club activities and programs.
Potential Items to donate for the silent auction:
British Car Parts, Engine parts, body parts, filters, convertible tops (we all have these things in our garage)
General Car Items, Car cleaning products, tools,
Car Memorabilia, Awards, car models,
British Items, key rings, coffee mugs, caps
Racing Items
Gift baskets
Bring your items to the next TBBCC meeting or contact Phil at 727-420-0467 or pbross@juno.com
The NEXT regular Monthly Meeting of the Tampa Bay British Car Club is October 23, 2014. This is the Last meeting of 2014.
The Paradise Restaurant, Main Street Safety Harbor.
Meeting starts at 7:00 PM come early for dinner. Drive your British Car.
Up coming car events:
October 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
October 24 –Meet and Greet for The All British Field Meet at Tapping The Vine, Safety Harbor.
October 25 - The 28th Annual All British Field Meet and Autojumble on the Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor.
October 26 - Barktoberfest Car and Truck Cruise In. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Bank Street around Orange Lake, New Port Richey
November 9 - St Petersburg Yacht Club Vintage Motor Classic. 10 AM to 3:30 PM.
November 9 -Salute To Our Veterans Car Show. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Hosted by Tri-City Cruisers, at the Bay Pines VA Center
November 13 to 16 - Zephyrhills Fall AutoFest, a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction at Festival Park.
November 15 - Back after a long absence is TBBCC's The Dade City Drive. RSVP required. Limited to the first 20 Cars.
November 14-16 - Florida Suncoast MG Car Club's Jamboree 19. At Riverside Resort in Homossassa Springs, FL.
November 23 - TBBCC's Burger Quest 1:30 PM at Woodys Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant, St Pete Beach.
November 27 -Happy Thanksgiving, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
December 6 - Brits by The Bay Winter Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
December 6 - Slicks Garage Toys for Tots Christmas Show. Starts at 2:00 PM.
Additional information about these and other Car Events is below in EVENTS & SHOWS.
The weather this weekend is: The weather is great!!! It's a bit cooler, perfect top down weather.
Check out the cars for sale below in "Cars & parts for sale".
Take you LBC out to a show or just a drive. Enjoy your car and have fun.
If you have a question or need more information, send me an e-mail pbross@juno.com or call me at 727-420-0467 (cell)
<<<<<<Next Monthly Tampa Bay British Car Club Meeting>>>>>>>
The NEXT regular Monthly Meeting of the Tampa Bay British Car Club, October 23, 2014. At The Paradise Restaurant, Main Street Safety Harbor. Meeting starts at 7:00 PM come early for dinner. Drive your British Car.
We have a Great Club, wear your TBBCC logo shirt or hat to any and all cars shows or events that you will be attending during the show season and bring a few of the club brochures for those you meet that might be interested in our club. Contact TBBCC officers for brochures and contact Mike Lunsfords for shirts and hats. mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com
<<<<<<Membership>>>>>>>
Currently we have 120 members paid for 2014.
Attention all NEW members, the Tampa Bay British Car Club will to provide name tags for both the new member and significant others with your initial membership. You need to contact Mike Lunsford to received a name tag, e-mail him at mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com with the names and correct spelling you want on the badge. Badges can not be mailed due to magnetic strips, please make arrangements to pick up.
Due to special club pricing and other complications No late renewals or new members can be added to the Club's Classic Motorsport Magazine subscription after January 31, 2014. This is a firm dead line, NO exceptions. You'll have the opportunity to get the Classic Motorsport Magazine next year.
We need to know your correct mailing address. Have you changed your mailing address or other contact information within the last 12 months, make sure to let us know. Contact Membership secretary Alec Knight with any address changes or contact information changes: alecknight@verizon.net
Want to join the Tampa Bay British Car Club? Check out the Clubs web page.
TBBCC: Membership Info and Regalia
Renewal's and New Memberships are still only $30.00
Send your Dues check ($30) payable to:
John Johanson
12816 Harborwood Dr
Largo, Fl 33774
<<<<<Regalia>>>>>
The TBBCC is now offering:
Regular cotton Port Authority collared shirts are $25.00 EACH, XXL and larger sizes add
$2.00.
New lightweight collared shirts are $27.00 each, XXL sizes add $2.00.
Regular cotton T shirts are $12.00 each, lightweight fabric T shirts are $20.00.
License plate surrounds are $20.00 each.
Hats are $12.00 each.
Two window stickers and can cozies are FREE to members when they join the club.
Please email your order to Mike Lunsford at. mblunsfordsr@yahoo.com .
<<<<Club Information>>>>>
Something very cool. The BBC America listed the top 10 British Things About Tampa. Check out NUMBER 4:
10 British Things About Tampa, FL | Anglophenia | BBC America
We are wanting to update the TBBCC Rogues Gallery on Facebook. Send me a Photo of You and Your British Car
Include your name with make, model and year of car.
Lets put a name and face with your car. president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
Have you thought of putting on a drive? Its not too hard to do! There are
several good web sites that list scenic roads, I have used:
Florida Motorcycle Rides | Florida Motorcycle Roads and Tours
Florida Motorcycle Roads - Tampa - St Pete - Bradenton - Lakeland
These are Motorcycle Touring pages, but work well for British cars too.
Just find a route that you like, do a test drive, find a good restaurant,
set a date and that's it.
And if you need some help, give me a call.
Here is an important web link for classic car owners.
This lists all the ETHANOL FREE GAS stations in Florida:
Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. and Canada
Check the TBBCC web site and Facebook page for upcoming events.
TBBCC: Welcome to the Tampa Bay British Car Club!
http://www.facebook.com/TBBCC
Lets get those Classic British Cars out and on the road. And show
everyone that "Classic cars are NOT just Hot Rods and Mustangs"
If there is any event that was missed please contact me and I will add it
to the next e-mail.
Remember, traveling in packs (Fiona said that should be "a herd with
tools") is the safest way to go, so if there is somewhere you want to go
and would like company there is usually someone in the club that would
like the company also.
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Cars & Parts For Sale >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Every few weeks the TBBCC gets contacted about a British car for sale.
The Club web site has a "Garage Sale" section , but the logistics of posting a non members ad is difficult and takes time.
So they will be posted here for 2 weeks.
Club Members ads will first be posted here and them on the "Garage Sale" section on the Club web site.
This service is free to all TBBCC Members.
Non-Member items will be listed here at no charge as a convenience to the Club.
However, Non-Members can sell items on the TBBCC web page with a per item fee of $25.00.
****1974 Sapphire Blue TR6
a total engine rebuild. new interior. new carpet. new top, tonneau and top cover and much more.
needs some finish work.
Call Vicky Reynolds 727.643.3294 or email at vavitro@gmail.com
****1996 6cyl. Burgendy / tan XJS for sale @ $24K, it has
about 36,000 mi. and in like new
condition, including GREAT A/C.
George Orndorff" grorndorff2@aol.com
****Wanted - Convertible top with rear window zipper for 1976 TR6.
Wanted - Factory Hard Top also wanted.
Ron, 941-962-4131
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<EVENTS & SHOWS-2014>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
To keep a British Car in proper running order, they need regular exercise. What is better than a Rallye or Show. There are several great events in the next several weeks; Pick one, polish the car and have some fun with like minded people.
All the events are open to ALL Clubs, cars and people. Get your classic
car out and have some fun.
Anyone that goes to any events please send us your pictures and they will
be posted to the club Facebook page.
Every Sunday morning 8:00 to 10:00 AM
The McDonalds on Tom Stewart Causeway at Madeira Beach.
This is a group of British car enthusiasts who have some lively
discussions and enjoy driving their classic cars. Any and all are
welcome.
October 17 & 18 - Euro Auto Festival, Greenville, SC. At the BMW factory. Euro Auto Festival BMW Spartanburg SC EuroAutoFestival.com
October 17- 19 - Lake Mirror Classic, Lakeland, Florida. www.LakeMorrorClassic.com
October 18 - Island Bayfest Car Show. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Held on Pine Avenue on Anna Maria Island, the show is limited to the first 100 vehicles, and there's trophies and awards, and music by Lance. The Bayfest festival, which is open until 10 PM includes live entertainment, kids games, arts and crafts vendors, food and beverage is available, and more. Car show registration is $10. For more info, call Bill at (941) 920-2277
October 19 -The Tampa Bay British Car Club's Burger Quest will be on October 19th at 1:30 PM. The location is already a favorite of many and will beJacks London Grill, 1050 62nd Ave. North in St. Pete. Plenty of parking and we have reserved indoor seating. Besides great British menu items, their burgers are outstanding. Come out and join us for some good food and fun. Here is a link to their website: Jacks London Grill - British Bar / Restaurant | british bar and restaurant, st petersburg, florida.
October 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
Paradise Restaurant Main Street Safety Harbor. Starts at 7:00 PM come
early for dinner. Last meeting for 2014.
Bring your donations for the Silent Auction.
October 24 –Meet and Greet for The All British Field Meet at Tapping The Vine, 734 Main Street Safety Harbor. 5:30 To 7:30 PM. Cash bar.
October 25 - The 28th Annual All British Field Meet and Autojumble on the Main Street in downtown Safety Harbor. Registration forms available at Home Page
October 25 - British Car Classic Mark XXVI at The Kings Head Pub, St Augustine, Fl. Triumph Club of North Florida. suennorm@comcast.com or 904-246-6044.
October 26 - Barktoberfest Car and Truck Cruise In. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Held on Bank Street around Orange Lake, New Port Richey, this fundraiser benefits local pet rescue groups. There's dash plaques for the first 50, live music, vendors, a Pet Costume Contest, entertainment, food and beverage available, and raffles. Registration fee is a pet food donation. For more info, call (727) 375-7070.
November 9 - St Petersburg Yacht Club Vintage Motor Classic. Registration 8 to 10 AM, trophies at 3:30 PM. Jaguar is the featured Marque. On line registration at Vintage Motor Classic - St. Petersburg Yacht Club
November 9 -Salute To Our Veterans Car Show. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Hosted by the Tri-City Cruisers, and held at the Bay Pines VA Center, 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard, the show benefits the VA Center Wounded Warriors in St. Pete for needed equipment purchases. There's trophies, music, 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and more. Pre-registration is $15, day of show is $20. For more info, and to pre-register, call Cheryl at (727) 698-6772. Tri-City Cruisers of Tampa Bay - About Our Club
November 13 to 16 - Zephyrhills Fall AutoFest, a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction, takes place annually at Festival Park. The event and facilities are located just off U.S. Highway 301 in Zephyrhills, Florida; just north of Tampa.
November 14-16 - Florida Suncoast MG Car Club's Jamboree 19. At Riverside Resort in Homossassa Springs, FL. All British cars (and their owners) are welcomed. Home
November 14 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's Cars and Couture 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM Cocktails and hors d'oeuvre served at the VIP Reception for entrants and sponsors. Tickets $30. Gold Coast Eagle, 7051 Wireless Ct, Sarasota www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 15 - Back after a long absence is TBBCC's The Dade City Drive (Weather permitting). This is a great drive thru the back roads of Florida, some nice rolling hills and twisty turns. The Drive will be RSVP only and limited to the first 20 cars (No exceptions). Lunch will be in Date City (Restaurant to be announced later). RSVP to pbross@juno.com.
November 15 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's Car Show. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Car entry $35. General Admission $5. at Walgreens, $10. at the door. 8131 Lakewood Main, Lakewood Ranch. www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 16 - Horsepower for Hope Auto Show and Auto Cross's AutoCross. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Car entry $40. Desoto Speedway, 21000A Sates Road 64 East, Bradenton. www. horsepowerforhope.org
November 15- F.A.S.T. AutoX at Brooksville. Goto FAST | Autocross for details.
November 22 - Fixx Fest 11, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Bradenton Motorsports Park, Florida. Satisfy your addiction for European Cars. FixxFest - European Auto Event - Bradenton Motorsports Park Florida. This is a European Car Show, last year they had over 1200 cars and a few (5) classic British, lets show then what a Real European Car ARE. Fiona and I are planning to attend.
November 23 - Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Burger Quest is heading outdoors for November. The date is 11/23 at 1:30 PM at Woody’s Waterfront Outdoor Restaurant. They are located at 7308 Sunset Way, St. Pete Beach. Plenty of parking and seating with outstanding views of the water. They have a great menu featuring their famous Woody Burger with a ½ pound of ground chuck. Here is a link to their website: Woody's Waterfront. Cash only, so bring some green stuff. It should be great weather to bring out our little British cars, so come out and join us for some fun, good food and drink
Novenber 27 -Happy Thanksgiving, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
December 6 - Brits by The Bay Winter Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
invites all area British Car Clubs and everyone to its semi annual
picnic. Phillippe Park, Safety Harbor Fl. 10:00 to 2:00. Starts at 10:00
AM and Eats at noon. Please bring a side dish or dessert.
TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings.
Drive your British Car.
We are collecting toy for Toys for Tots, Please bring a new unwrapped toy.
Attention: We have MOVED to Shelter #6
Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
December 6 - Slicks Garage Toys for Tots Christmas Show. Starts at 2:00 PM. At Slicks Garage.
923 5th St W, Palmetto, Florida 34221
December 5 to 7 -Festivals of Speed at RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO, GRANDE LAKES. Festivals of Speed | Car Show
December 14 - Quaker Steak and Lube Christmas CAR & TRUCK SHOW.Day of show registration time 11 AM to 3 PM. Awards presented at around 5 P.M. 10400 49th Street North, the show is open-to-all, Pre-registration is $15, day of show is $20 Each participant is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy and five canned goods.. For more info, call (727) 547-8082.
December 14 - The Florida Suncoast MG Car Club will be attending The Bronx Wanderers in Bronxmas performance at Ruth Eckerd Hall—December 14, 2014 1 PM Tickets $18, $25, or $35 For Tickets: Ruth Eckerd Hall : Richard B. Baumgardner Center for the Performing Arts : Clearwater & Tampa, Florida . Phone 727-791-7400. Followed by Dinner at The Grind House British Pub, 1500 McMullen-Booth Rd. Ste A13, Clearwater 33759. RSVP by December 7, 2014 to Dennis Magee, dmagee@ij.net or 727-385-1188. All Clubs are welcome to attend.
December 25 - Merry Christmas, No Tampa Bay British Car Club Monthly meeting.
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January 1 - The Presidents First Drive "Far Too Many Times To Count". New Year's Day, at The Blackthorn Memorial at the North Rest Area of The Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Drivers meeting at 10:00 AM. A fun drive thru the back roads of the Manatee County and Lunch at Woodys River Roo. After lunch we have been invited to tour Slicks Garage, As seen on the HIT Discovery Channel TV Show "Highway to Sell". Always a fun drive and a great day. Come join us and "Play with Little British Cars".
We need a head count for the restaurant, Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
March 22 - Festivals of Speed, St. Petersburg. Festivals of Speed | Car Show
April 20 - Key West , FL. - Key West LBC Outing and Adventure. For more information visit www.keywestbritishcarclub..com
June 20 - Brits by The Bay Summer Picnic. The Tampa Bay British Car Club
invites all area British Car Clubs and everyone to its semi annual
picnic. Phillippe Park, Safety Harbor Fl. 10:00 to 2:00. Starts at 10:00
AM and Eats at noon. Please bring a side dish or dessert.
TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings.
Attention we have MOVED to Shelter #2
Please RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
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Philip & Fiona Ross at pbross@juno.com
St Petersburg, Fl. 727-420-0467 (cell)
Co-Presidents for Life (?) Tampa Bay British Car Club
1946 Triumph 1800 Roadster, 1975 MGB, 1977 Rover Mini, 2006 MINI Cooper.
"Classic cars are NOT just Hot Rods and Mustangs"
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