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Further to my earlier note about Beaulieu, at present it is only the major shows which have been cancelled. Subject to the current circumstances, they hope that their Simply rally programme may operate and a version of the autojumble. It is vital to contact them if you are thinking of participating.

Just had note from Beaulieu to say all their shows cancelled for this year, including the autojumble. Emphasises the point that you must check on any event before travelling to make sure it's happening. Keep safe.

The white Cortez with sunroof is probably ours. Sunroof fitted at build - from Ford Fiesta if I remember. No problems and no effect on rigidity but the sunroof has a fairly sturdy surround, which could be important. Boot spoiler also fitted at build but main use is as a plate rack on picnics. I just ...

As the last Newsletter did not have an 'And Finally...' because of time pressures, here is a replacement.
The big one nears ! Hope you all enjoy the weekend at Stoneleigh. Two important dates for all you skilled engineers and inventors - First, May 2nd 2019 is the 500th anniversary of the death of ...

I know that this is about a year-and-a-half late but maybe worthwhile. The brakes on our Cortez left much to be desired but it was nothing to do with the system, which was in good order. The problem was flexibility in the bulkhead, such that not all the foot pressure on the pedal was effective. Once ...

Rover ZR 160 (or so I'm told) being dismantled near me - Southampton. If of interest, can put you in touch.
Michael.

Details are now out for the 2018 Prescott charity weekend, an event which the club has attended regularly over recent years. Dates are May 12 for the Cotswolds tour and May 13 for runs up the famous hill. Intention is to put those details in the next Newsletter so that we can have a Club gathering ...

Have now had excellent and detailed reply from M.P. It is quite long and informative but the general points as I understand them include
1 Neither the Government nor many others across Europe expected or desired the judgement result.
2 The European Commission has recognised its consequences and has ...

The European Court Vnuk ruling could affect you and your beloved Midas. The potential is for insurance to be required for all vehicles at all times, whether in use, in museums, in your garage or wherever. See for instance the piece in the current (April 2017) Practical Classics magazine, page 12 ...

Best wishes to all Magnificent Midas Motorists for Christmas and the New Year Hope to see you at events in 2017.
Michael.