The stand this year organised by Alex was in a far better location, next to the autojumble and alongside other Rover stands.
This led to a much higher footfall on the stand and without the noise from the stage meant conversation could be had with those interested in the 800 marque.
Some of us stayed at the Paragon Hotel on the outskirts of Birmingham and enjoyed the nightlife each evening in the city centre. The hotel was a maginficent structure built in beautiful red brick in 1903. Unfortunatly inside was a different story and was a little tired in places. Still as a cheap place to stay each night it was fine.
Anyway I will let the pictures tell the story.
After a dry drive up (thankfully) on the Thursady we set about preparing the stand
Alex's 820 is stunning the pictures not doing it justice
Alex deploys the latest cutting edge technology from the 800 club arsenal in the battle to win over hearts and minds to the brand.
James was an absolute trooper in bring up all the technology needed and with Jons wonderful disply plinths provided an interesting display for all to see.
"All ahead full Mr Checkov" "Aye Aye captain". James and Alex pilot the 800 Enterprise. (Check out those green computers. Opion was divided over the weekend as to the correct BL colour code)
Lining up the badges on the wheel trim.
We had this opposite us which also brought people to the area. It is the only one in existance and is based on a P6. But styled by Zagato (not sure if I spelt that right)
A typical room at the Paragon hotel
Friday and getting ready for the onslaught
How Rover started
This is the SD1 that took part in the famous liver run.
My first car. I sold mine for £500. Apparently a really good one like this can fetch up to £6000 !!!!!
Cutting edge Scimiters galore.
This is an ex Police car
*WARNING*
The next few pictures are of an erotic nature and not to be viewed by anyone with a love of fine cars who have too much money and not enough will power
Normal service resumed
This was fantastic..... more like an aircraft than a motorbike for those bikers on the forum.
As used in Dianas funeral cortege.
And we think the 2.7 is complicated !!!!!!
Jensan Interceptor in the For Sale section. POA
Our banner stood out really well
"BRITISH ARCHITECT"
Sunday tired but still going strong.
Finally its all over and the stand is quickly broken down. Steve (Rovercoupe) turned up on the Sunday and helped pack everything away which was much appreciated.
Vans coming in to clear away equipment were coming in covered in rain which does not boad well when your car looks like this
Though not as good as the BMC autojumble there were still bits and pieces to be had.
I got home last night at 9.45pm absolutely shattered. My throat was really scratchy with all the talking and my feet puttin.
Due to it being so busy we didn't get much of a chance to have a look round. I was determined to see the Allegros and Marinas which I did but missed so much. Hopefully other members will post up more pictures.
It was a fantastic weekend. Medals and honours have to go to ....
Alex for organising the stand and his beautiful blue Se.
James for all his technical support and equipment. He travelled alot of miles to help on the stand each day and is just a thoroughly nice chap. Lovely to meet you James.
Jon for his woodworking skills, eye catching car and stalwart service on the stand each day.
Ed for manning the stand every day and driving us from the hotel to the NEC in Laguna luxury.
Benny for patrolling the stand perimeter and to Bennys cabs for the lifts in his splendid 214 Rover. Loving that walnut Burr.
Honoury mention to Sam Skelton for giving me my first SAAB experience and his lovely chocolate cake.
Huzzah for the 800 club. Long may the flagship sail.
Kate
, thoroughly enjoyed the whole event. All the IT equipment has been put into storage for next time 
