Tampa Bay British Car Club and Friends:
Robert Infanzon (TBBCC VP) attended the Black Diamond Invitational Car Show in Lecanto, FL and brought home a very nice trophy and a cash prize for his TR6
The Tampa Bay British Car Club was well represented at The St Petersburg Yacht Club Vintage Motor Classic in downtown St Petersburg. The weather was great, the cars were fantastic and many of our members took home trophies.
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The Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Picnic is only a month away on December 9[SUP]th[/SUP] , Everyone is invited to the Brits by The Bay Holiday Picnic on December 9th. Join us at Phillippe Park in Safety Harbor Fl, from 10:00 to 2:00 at Shelter #2. Starts at 10:00 AM and Eats at noon. If your name begins with A to L please bring a desert, M to Z bring a Side dish or appetizer. TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings. Also bring a NEW Unwrapped toy for “Toys For Tots”. Please send your RSVP to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org. We need a head count for the food and drinks.
The Club finally has a new bank account and we can now accept checks in the Tampa Bay British Car Club’s name. Please make out all checks and 2018 membership renewals to The Tampa Bay British Car Club.
The Club has recently acquired a PO Box. This will help with membership and Club correspondence. Please use the new PO Box for all correspondence:
Tampa Bay British Car Club
PO Box 13435
St Petersburg, FL 33733
Our long time Club member Mike Milligan has recently reprinted (at no cost to the Club) our Club brochures with the NEW PO Box and Asking for checks to be made out to the TBBCC. I will have a large supply with me at all events, Please get the new brochures and dispose of the old ones.
As the Florida weather is unpredictable and can be very hot, humid and wet, it is NOT mandatory to drive a British Car to any The Tampa Bay British Car Club event. So you have NO excuse not to join the Club for an outing, so get out and have FUN with some like-minded car people.
A part of The Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Regalia is a beautiful Grill Badge, These badges are heavy chrome and 5 color enamel measuring 3 inches across and have the Club Logo. They are a great addition to any car or you “man” cave and are available for only $20.00, postage is additional. Please contact Phil at president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
Recently I found an all important specialty tool that is needed in all Classic British Cars emergency tool kits. Unfortunately, the manufacturer has recently discontinued making this tool, but the Club has been able to appropriate the last 36 available. This versatile and multi use tool is: Union Jack - Duck Tape ™. The Club is now selling single rolls for the bargain price of $5.00 (proceeds are going to the Club). I only have about 20 left. Contact Phil to purchase.
Have you made any Changes to you Address, Email or Phone Numbers? Please contact the Membership Secretary Alec Knight at membership@tampabaybritishcarclub.org .We need your correct contact information.
Attention all NEW members, the Tampa Bay British Car Club will to provide nametags for both the new member and one significant other with your initial membership. You MUST contact Barrie Carson to order a nametag, e-mail him at regalia@tampabaybritishcarclub.org with the names and correct spelling you want on the badge. Badges cannot be mailed due to magnetic strips, please make arrangements to pick up.
We have a number of unclaimed name badges.
Please pick them up at the next Club event or meeting:
Rob Grilli, Marjorie Grilli, Pradeep Gill, Dorothy Gill, Bill Froehlich, Jean Froehlich, Tom Goleskie, Karen Goleskie, Marj Golub, Burt Golub, Grahame Brown, Liz Brown, Vickie Kayuk, Larry Vickman, Jeanne Stewart, Brooks Jeffery, Tom Edrington, Douglas Bok and Janet Creese.
Do you have a favorite Burger or Breakfast place in your neighborhood? WE are always looking for new and interesting locations to hold a Club get-together. If you are interested in having the Club join you at your favorite eating establishment, there are a few requirements; First is there adequate and secure parking, do they have adequate seating for 30 to 40 Club members and is the restaurant willing to host our event. If ALL answers are yes, then contact Mike Silvernail events@tampabaybritishcarclub.org with the manager’s name and phone number, we’ll contact them to set a date.
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To keep a British Car in proper running order, they need regular exercise. What is better than a Rallye, meeting, lunch gathering 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. Or if the weather is not cooperating, it’s ok to bring your “non” British car. Just come out and have some FUN.
Let’s take those British Cars to the local Car Shows and remind everyone that Classic Cars are more that Hot Rods, Old Chevy’s and Ferraris.
Anyone that goes to any events please send us your pictures and they will be posted to the club Facebook page.
There are several local British Car Events and some local car shows in the next few weeks. Clean and polish your car and take it our to a show and remind everyone that Classic Cars Are More Than Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Old Chevy’s.
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.
November 10 to 12 - Carlisle Fall AutoFest at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport 4175 Medulla Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811., The weekend plays host to thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts for one of the largest automotive swap meets in the region! In addition, there are classic cars and trucks available within the car corral or enjoy a thrilling collector car auction presented by Carlisle Auctions.
November 11 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Breakfast Quest, at 9 AM, Village Inn at 13105 Walsingham Rd, Largo 33774 hosted by Mike & Karen Silvernail. Plenty of parking.
November 11 - Marine Corps West Coast National Veteran Salute Car & Truck Show
8 AM to 3 PM At The St Petersburg College Seminole Campus, 9200 113th Street N, Seminole, Florida 33772. Open to all vehicles. 194 Best of Show awards and 47 overall Best of Show. Club participation winner is $300 (10 member minimum). Registration is from 8-11am, awards around 3pm. Music, vendors, and food and drinks. Pre-registration is $25, day of show is $30. Rain or shine. http://premiumcarshows.com
November 12 - 5th Annual Veterans Car Show at The C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd, St. Petersburg, Fla. Over 60 trophies by O’Reilly’s, dash plaques by Total Auto Care, door prizes, vendors, music, chance drawing and silent auction. Food concession by Tampa Bay food trucks. Registration Fee $20. Contact: (727) 698-6772, Email: tricitycruisers@yahoo.com.
Website: http://www.tricitycruisersoftampabay.com/Facebook
November 18 – Hillsborough AACA 2017 Turkey Run. Tour from Land o Lakes to Dade City with stops at a swap meet and lunch at an authentic Mexican Restaurant. Contact Brando Pistorius at 813-917-9205 or Brando@oldwheel.com
November 18 – 9 AM to 1 PM, The City of Largo will be hosting a car show at Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Dr Largo, FL 33771 on Saturday, November 18th from 9am to 1pm. The purpose of this car show is to raise money towards a scholarship fund for children who would like the opportunity, who otherwise would not have the chance to attend a fun-filled summer they won't forget at the Highland Recreation facility. Vehicle registration is only $10. There will be door prizes, 50-50, and a silent auction.
November 23 – No Tampa Bay British Car Club meeting, Happy Thanksgiving.
December 2 - St. Petersburg Santa Parade followed by lunch at Chattaway’s. The starting location and time will be announced when available.
December 3 – Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Burger Quest at 1 PM, Pete & Shorty's 7402 49th St., Pinellas Park.
December 9– Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Winter Picnic. Everyone is invited to the Brits by The Bay Holiday Picnic on December 9th. Join us at Phillippe Park in Safety Harbor Fl, from 10:00 to 2:00 at Shelter #2. Starts at 10:00 AM and Eats at noon. If your name begins with A to L please bring a desert, M to Z bring a Side dish or appetizer. TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings. Also bring a NEW Unwrapped toy for “Toys For Tots”
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December 28 – No Tampa Bay British Car Club meeting, Merry Christmas.
January 1 – The Presidents First drive. We will be meeting at the Blackthorn Memorial at the north rest area of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The drivers meeting will start at 10:30 AM and we will leave after for a drive through the back roads of Manatee County. Lunch will be at a local restaurant.
January 13 - Tampa Bay British Car Club Breakfast Quest, at 8:30 AM, Proino Breakfast Club, 201 West Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33770. Hosted by Hannah & Irwin Ayes
January 25 – Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Monthly Meeting. At the Paradise Restaurant, 443 Main Street, Safety Harbor. The meetings start at 7:00 PM and most people come early for dinner (about 6:00 PM) and conversations. Drive your British car. Join Us for the First meeting of 2018 and help plan the events for the year.
January 28 - 49th Annual Devereaux-Kaiser Car Meet 12205 Rangerland Pkwy, Lakewood Ranch, FL. For 1992 and older vehicles will be held from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There is no entry fee and no judging; spectator parking is $5.00. Show location is: 12205 Rangerland Parkway, Lakewood Ranch. For more information, please contact Ed Smith at 941-924-0343.
February 11 – Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Burger Quest at 1 PM, Chattaway, 358 220Avenue South, St Petersburg, FL. One of the Club’s favorite BQ locations.
March 17 – 8[SUP]th[/SUP] Annual Show & Shine Under The Oaks, St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 705 Michigan Blvd, Dunedin, FL. Registration is FREE. 10 AM to 2:30 PM
March 22 to 25 - The 52nd annual GOF-South celebrating "MGs and friends forever", in Altamonte Springs, FL. Full details and registration are on the GOF-South website http://www.gofsouth.com.
April 7 – 34[SUP]th[/SUP] Annual All British Car Show. The show will be held at the beautiful Mead Gardens, 1500 South Denning Drive, Winter Park , Fl 32789. www.allbritishcarclub.com
April 14 to 15 – Fun N Sun Car Show at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport 4175 Medulla Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811. https://www.flysnf.org/sun-n-fun-intl-fly-expo
April 28 - 2018 - Tampa Bay British Car Club’s Spring Picnic. Everyone is invited to the Brits by The Bay Spring Picnic on April 28th. Join us at Phillippe Park in Safety Harbor Fl, from 10:00 to 2:00 at Shelter #2. Starts at 10:00 AM and Eats at noon. If your name begins with M to Z please bring a desert, A to L bring a Side dish or appetizer. TBBCC will provide Burgers, hot Dogs, drinks and all the fixings
April 13 - 1st Annual Gasparilla Concours d'Elegance. Tampa joins the ranks of other major metropolitan cities who honor the importance of the automobile in our development as a country and a culture. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in Downtown Tampa is an exquisite venue across from the historic University of Tampa on the banks of the Hillsborough River. Nestled between Museums and skyscrapers, you could not ask for a more picturesque location for a day with cars in the park. For more information on the organization of this exciting event, contact Joanne Pistorius (813) 714-1019 Home
The Tampa Bay British Car Club, all British Car Owners and anyone that likes British Cars is invited to join us at these events to see old friends, make a few new ones and have some fun.
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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 president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org or call me at 727-420-0467 (cell)
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The NEXT regular Monthly Meeting of the Tampa Bay British Car Club is
January 25, 2018 at Ben’s Paradise Restaurant at 443 Main Street Safety Harbor. Meeting starts at 7 PM, Come early (about 6 PM) for dinner and conversations. 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 Barrie Carson for shirts and hats. regalia@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
Attention all NEW members, the Tampa Bay British Car Club will to provide nametags for both the new member and one significant other with your initial membership. You MUST contact Barrie Carson to order a nametag, e-mail him at regalia@tampabaybritishcarclub.org with the names and correct spelling you want on the badge. Badges cannot be mailed due to magnetic strips, please make arrangements to pick up.
We have unclaimed name badges, please contact Barrie Carson at regalia@tampabaybritishcarclub.org to arrange pick up. The nametags have magnets and CANNOT be mailed.
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 Chairman Alec Knight with any address changes or contact information changes: membership@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
Since many of the Tampa Bay British Car Club Members own “other” cars that were built in countries outside of England, we have decided to include these vehicles in the Clubs Rogues gallery. Any members that would like to have their British Car or “other” cars included in this Rogues Gallery, Please send a photo of YOU with Your Car. Include make, model, year and Your Name. Lets put a face and name with your car. And for all the old Chevy Owners we will have a Corvette Corner. Send photos to president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
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.
For all Regalia orders contact Barrie Carson (regalia@tampabaybritishcarclub.org).
Very Nice 3-inch Chrome and Enamel Grill Badges, These are a must have for you Classic British Car or to decorate your “Man Cave”. These are heavy chrome with 4 Color Enamel Paint and look great. There are available at all Club events or contact me about arranging a special pick-up (Phil @ 727-420-0467) and are only $20.00. If you need the badges to be mailed, an additional $5.00 must be paid for postage and packaging. Any Club Officer can accept orders and payments.
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http://www.bbcamerica.com/anglophenia/2013/10/10-british-things-about-tampa-fl/
We want 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
Here is an important web link for classic car owners. This lists all the ETHANOL FREE GAS stations in Florida: http://pure-gas.org/index.jsp?stateprov=FL
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, Muscle Cars and Ferrari"
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.
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Every few weeks the TBBCC gets contacted about a British car for sale.
This service is free to all TBBCC Members.
Non-Member items will be listed here at no charge as a convenience to the Club.
No ads for this email.
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Should you have any questions regarding our club or activities,
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Tampa Bay British Car Club
president@tampabaybritishcarclub.org
727-420-0467
"Classic cars are NOT just Hot Rods, Muscle Cars or Mustangs "