Riviera Classic Car Show
Members of Torbay Old Wheels Club are sorry to have to confirm that we cannot go ahead with the Riviera Classic Car Show on Paignton Green this year because of circumstances beyond our control. These are related to the use of the North Green and our concerns that the safety of both people and cars couldn't be guaranteed. We'd like to thank everybody who has supported us over the years and hope to be back in 2025.
Member's car of the Month
“NUALA” (Fair Shouldered/Exceptionally Lovely)
It was with a very heavy heart I had to part with my previous baby, a beautiful Rover P6 2000 but with no power steering, sadly it had to go.
I had always liked the ‘75’ but couldn’t afford one when first released. This immaculate low mileage beauty became available and ticked all my “Requirement Boxes” so deal was done!
Rover 75 debuted B’ham Motor Show 20th October 1998, went on sale 17th June 1999. Assembly originally at Cowley plant but in 2000 production moved to Longbridge following BMW’s sale to Phoenix Venture Holdings. 2003/04 facelift models introduced, 2005/06 production stops.
V 75 NUA - 1999 Rover 75, 2.5, V6 Connoisseur SE (High Line Nav) series 1 Cowley built.
KV6 2497cc (2.5) V6, transverse, 24 valve quad cam, 180 BHP, Jatco 5sp auto transmission. “Moonstone Green” exterior paint, “Deep Sea Green” leather interior. What Car winner – Car of the Year 1999/Best Compact Exec. The first owner ticked every ‘Extras’ box, taking the price of £27,500 to an On the Road price of £32,940!
Bryan Lawlor
Last Wednesday in every month
We are currently meeting at Forde Hall Social Club usually on the last Wednesday of the month at 7.15 pm. If you would like to come please contact us beforehand to check the date of the next meeting.
Our Activities
We enjoyed visiting lots of shows in our old vehicles throughout 2023. We’re still out and about through the darker months with breakfast get-togethers and occasional organised drives using our old cars if the weather’s suitable.
We’re now looking forward to more fun in the sun this summer.
