The National Motor Museum will be celebrating its silver anniversary with a host of special guests including the Mini Cooper Registry for their 60 years of mini celebrations among others
On May 18th, Ed China will be launching his new book Grease Junkie: A book of moving parts at Beaulieu’s 25th Spring AutoJumble.
As one of Britain’s most loved mechanics and presenters, Mr. China will be signing copies of the book between 2pm and 5pm, along with offering the public the chance to chat about his many weird and wonderful projects. Ed has frequented Beaulieu multiple times, showcasing projects such as his road legal double bed, along with an equally legal bathroom suite.
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If you’d rather see some action, at 3pm the Costin-Nathan racing car proto-type will be fired up having just enjoyed a detailed restoration following its discovery in 2016. Its original inventor and driver, Roger Nathan, will be taking the helm too for what will surely be an emotional journey.
It’s not just Ed, however, who will be celebrating - the Mini Cooper Register will be present celebrating the little rascals 60th anniversary, with some appropriate displays showcasing the cars incredible history. From 1959 to 2001, many of the model’s varieties will be on display showing the breadth of configurations available over the years. With 40 models turning up, one can guarantee a fascinating spread.
Event sponsor, Practical Classics, will be showing their affection for the Mini too, with their very own 1968 Austin Mini Estate joining the rest, despite not being on the road for over 40 years. Following the theme of restorations, the publication will also be showcasing their 1959 Standard Ten Gold Star. The car that was destined for the scrapyard thanks to Ford’s scrappage scheme, yet managed to avoid its date with the executioner thanks to the incredible classic car community that we are humbled to be part of.
Aside from these fantastic displays, the heart of the Autojumble will be alive and kicking, with over 1000 stands offering a wide variety of parts, memorabilia and motoring literature for showgoers to flex their bargaining muscles. The Sunday will play host to the Land Rover Rummage, where all of the above will be available specifically for Britain’s best loved offroader.
For more information, visit the National Motor Museum website.
