Footman James Show, Manchester

[MS Injection]

I went to this show yesterday with our club. Only one other Capri there outside of the club, but thought I would put up some better images of the beautifully restored 2 tone grey early 2.8 from the club





We also had a Mk2 2.0S on stand belonging to the organiser of the show



There were some lovely examples of other marques

Not my favourite car but can appreciate how well it has been looked after



Beautiful Cavalier that was featured in 'James May's Cars of the People'. It is just about the most immaculate car I have ever seen



My mate that works on the Capri with me was just given one of these which he is restoring. You don't see so many and not everybody's cup of tea!



Really wanted one of these when I was 17



80s cars featured very heavily



Row of Escorts



There was a short rally track set up around the Event City venue. The RS Escort made light work of it but this chap argued with a concrete block



And for a bit of fun

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi Mike,
Looks like you had a great day at what appears to be a fantastic show full of beautiful cars. Thanks for sharing the photos for us to drool over, especially the Capris and the Quattros.

but thought I would put up some better images of the beautifully restored 2 tone grey early 2.8 from the club

I am in awe of this car. Simply stunning.
To give all the owners credit, every single car in your club looks immaculate.

Beautiful Cavalier that was featured in 'James May's Cars of the People'. It is just about the most immaculate car I have ever seen

These cars are quite a rare sight on the roads on the roads these days. Do I also spy a sparkling red Chevette parked behind the Cavalier? An even rarer sight, very seldom seen even at classic car shows. I do believe the red car parked to the right is a limited edition Cavalier Calibre (not a Calibra!). I'll get my anorak...............

You must have been trembling with excitement at the sight of the Allegro, as the picture is a bit shaky!

All the best,
Andrew.

[MS Injection]

Hi Mike,
Looks like you had a great day at what appears to be a fantastic show full of beautiful cars. Thanks for sharing the photos for us to drool over, especially the Capris and the Quattros.

I was chatting to one of the Quattro owners - the prices of them are soaring at the moment

I am in awe of this car. Simply stunning.
To give all the owners credit, every single car in your club looks immaculate.

I love it too. He made an incredible job of it. Chap is a mechanic with bodywork experience so was able to buy it for pocket change and restore it to champagne standard on a lemonade budget

Beautiful Cavalier that was featured in 'James May's Cars of the People'. It is just about the most immaculate car I have ever seen

These cars are quite a rare sight on the roads on the roads these days. Do I also spy a sparkling red Chevette parked behind the Cavalier? An even rarer sight, very seldom seen even at classic car shows. I do believe the red car parked to the right is a limited edition Cavalier Calibre (not a Calibra!). I'll get my anorak...............

Correct - it was the Chevette owners' club but there were some Cavaliers with them

You must have been trembling with excitement at the sight of the Allegro, as the picture is a bit shaky!

Ha - damn camera phone. It shudders when somebody closes a cupboard door 5 miles away

Mike

[atomic4]

Good assortment of classic cars on display. Nice one!.

[clucap]

There were a couple of other non-CCC Capris at the show too, my Space Grey 2.8i fully restored to my taste and the 280 Brooklands, which won car of the show for a pre 1990 vehicle.

[MS Injection]

My bad and my apologies - I did see them and entirely forgot about it. If I had been there on Sunday, and therefore seen the prize awarded, I would have remembered! I was wondering what type your car was.

Welcome to the forum too!

[Taff50ish]

Hi,

Brilliant Pic's, cheers for sharing them. I must say, the Grey 2 Tone 2.8, is a cracking Colour... Cracking looking car too.... As is the new one just posted too.

I think there's a small Austin All'agro revival happening at the moment, I saw some at a show earlier this year and this is the second time recently I've seen them on this site... Actually to be serious, great to see people taking such care over these and other makes n models. Just got to love the Audi Quatro's too, cheers for sharing what looks and sounds like a great day out,

John...

[Caprifan Rob]

Cheers Mike for posting, grey 2.8 does look good as does that mk2 2.0S, I've seen quite a few capris at shows this year but not seen a mk2 yet. I'm a big fan of the 'S' capris in mk2 or 3 guise, the space grey S look 2.8 looks stunning with those polished wheels too.
How's your car coming along, looking good so far in your build up pics.

[MS Injection]

I must say, the Grey 2 Tone 2.8, is a cracking Colour... Cracking looking car too....

...grey 2.8 does look good

I really love that car. He spent a lot of time on it.

Allegros are getting everywhere now, seen them at a few shows. It's great to see such a variety of 70s and 80s cars around. The look on the faces of kids under 15 in my family when they see them never ceases to amaze me - they start asking why all cars look similar now. Good point I tell them!

How's your car coming along, looking good so far in your build up pics

Almost finished. Top coat went on today, picking up on Friday. Few bits to bolt back on after that, and it's all systems go

[Caprifan Rob]

Almost finished. Top coat went on today, picking up on Friday. Few bits to bolt back on after that, and it's all systems go

Glad to hear that mate, good news, looks like you've got a busy weekend coming, enjoy that first drive when all back together !

[MS Injection]

I plan to!!

[Rusty mick]

waw just seen this
I used to own that grey over silver capri, bought it in 2007.
lovely to see it in such great condition

[MS Injection]

Hi Mick

He did right by it. Thoroughly restored body, NOS front valance, excellent paint job. Had 3 inch exhaust so was deafening. Glad I was able to put a picture up of your former motor!

He sold the car earlier this year, so not sure of it's whereabouts anymore.

Cheers
Mike