Tech Session and
Garage Tour Season
Saturday, April 20, 9am-Noon
1914 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost
Little Compton, RI
Jim Egan and Jay Miller have invited BMCNE members and friends to the recommissioning of Jay’s 1914 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost.
Some of the other vehicles that will be in Jay’s garage:
- 1930 Bentley
- 39 Bentley
- MG TF
- MG TD
- 1917 Buick Touring Ccar
- Alfa Romeo GTV
- 1932 Ford Model A Pickup Truck Hot Rod
BMCNE will supply the coffee and donuts. We look forward to seeing you there.
Saturday, April 21, 8am-10am
222 Bellevue Ave Newport, RI
The Audrain Automobile Museum in partnership with Newport Daffodil Days will host the 10th Annual Audrain Automobile Museum Daffodil Parade, known as “Driving Miss Daffodil”. This is an opportunity to celebrate the 1,200,000 daffodils that have been planted throughout the City of Newport during the Daffodil Days Festival. Decorate your vehicle!
Prizes will be awarded to the “best-dressed” car including a private tour of the Audrain Car Storage Facility. The route is approximately 10 miles and set to take 45 minutes to drive. The parade will conclude at Audrain Cars & Coffee at Sachuest Beach at which point participants are free to disperse & join the Cars & Coffee event.
Saturday, April 27, 9am-Noon
Triumph GT6 Restoration
East Greenwich, RI
Club member, Jeff Cooke has invited BMCNE members to his East Greenwich house to see his Triumph GT6 restoration project. Jeff will share what he has done, and what he is planning on doing to get the car back on the road. BMCNE G.A.P. committee members will check on the current work and help give some suggestions as the project moves forward.
This should be a fun and informative get together. We look forward to seeing you there.
Tuesday, April 30, 7pm
Monthly Meeting
Rumford, RI 02916
BMCNE will hold monthly meetings on the last Tuesday of every month, alternating between Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille in Cranston, RI and Rumford, RI.
All friends and members are welcome to attend and share their thoughts and ideas at these meetings. Many of our members show up early to enjoy dinner and socialize before the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Revolutionizing the Road
15 Newton Street
Brookline, MA
“Revolutionizing the Road: Post World War II Car Design in Europe and America”
Experience the post-war automotive revolution! Drive into the sleek, chrome-heavy designs of 1950s America, contrasted with Europe’s minimalist efficiency. Iconic marques from Beetles to Cadillacs, will exemplify how cars embodied societal aspirations and reflected cultural shifts. Explore midcentury design, style and innovation and their impact on driving. “Revolutionizing the Road” is a tribute to the resilience and creativity of an era in flux.
Members, $40 | Non-Members, $50
Saturday, May 4, 9am-Noon
G.A.P. Session MGB V8 Electrical
East Greenwich, RI
This should be an entertaining electrical G.A.P. (Garage Assistance Program) session. BMCNE will supply the coffee and snacks. We look forward to seeing you there!
Saturday, May 11, 9am-Noon
G.A.P. Session MGB & Spitfire
East Greenwich, RI
BMCNE will be holding a Garage Assistance Program (G.A.P.) Session on May 4th, from 9am to Noon.
We will be assisting installation of a windshield and dashboard into Mike and Mallory Walsh’s MGB. We will also help diagnose a starting issue with their Triumph Spitfire.
This should be a very diverse and informative day! BMCNE will supply the refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there.
May 10-11, 2024 7am-6pm
Carlisle
Import & Performance Nationals
Carlisle Fairgrounds
1000 Bryn Mawr Rd.
Carlisle, PA
Join us for an international vehicle wonderland where you can see 1,700+ unique and stunning imported vehicles from around the world as well as domestics, kit cars, motorcycles, trucks and high end performance vehicles.
May 25, 2024 9am-1pm
Spring Vintage & Special Car Event
4 Custom Dr., Old Saybrook, CT
Anyone who owns a vintage/specialty vehicle is invited to join Cardone & Daughter Automotive for their Spring Vintage & Specialty Car Event.
Enjoy coffee and donuts in the morning and hot dogs and snacks in the afternoon (while supplies last).
Help feed the neighbors in need! They request you bring a non-perishable food donation for the friends of the Shoreline Soup Kitchen!
Sunday, June 2, 10am-4pm
British by the Sea
Waterford, CT
The CT MG Club’s British by the Sea annual gathering is held at Harkness Memorial State Park in Waterford CT on the North shore of Long Island Sound.
This year’s marque of the year is the Triumph TR7 & TR8!
BBTS is a popular vote, fun event, with etched glass mugs being presented as awards. We will have 32+ Classes, displayed on our 4 acre field. We want to encourage ALL British car, truck, and motorcycle owners and enthusiasts to attend and have an enjoyable time. Whether your vehicle is in pristine condition, or a daily driver, sparkling paint and chrome or with “Barn Fresh” patina, it deserves to be part of the event and on the display field.
June 7 & 8, 2024
British Motorcars in Bristol
Bristol, RI
On June 7th & 8th the BMCNE will kick off it’s Annual British Motorcars in Bristol car show that includes a scenic tour around Southern New England, hosting a block party in downtown Bristol, and a public Car Show in an effort to raise money for local charities through car show registrations, vendor booths, area sales, and sponsorships.
British Motorcars in Bristol – Registration Options:
- Pre-register online or by mail: $30 per vehicle.
- Day of show drive-in registration: $40
- Public parking and Admission: FREE
Thursday, June 13, 4pm-9pm
Cruise Night
2 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA
The Bass Pro Shops Cruise Nights with the Mass Cruisers are known throughout New England. Bi-Weekly hundreds of cars, owners and fans attend for FREE and enjoy all the sights and sounds of Patriot Place.
June 13 has been designated British Motorcars of New England night. Joe Cabral has secured a designated BMCNE section. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sunday, June 23, 9am-1pm
British Car Day
Larz Anderson
15 Newton St., Brookline, MA
Feel the pride of showing off your British wheels, whether they’re classic or contemporary – we love them all! It’s a great chance to catch up with old pals and maybe even make some new ones.
The fun kicks off at 9 AM and keeps going until 1 PM, with the Museum staying open until 3 PM for your browsing pleasure. And of course, there’ll be tasty food and drinks available to keep you fueled up for the day.
Saturday, July 27, 10am-3pm
Show of Dreams
Hudson, NH
British Cars of New Hampshire announces the 27th Annual Show of Dreams will benefit The New Hampshire Food Bank.
This year the featured marque is Austin Healey.
For more information about the show and to register click the link below!
Saturday, August 10, 10:00am-2:30pm
Vintage Japanese Motorcycle & Classic British/German car show with Aircraft Fly-in
Mansfield Municipal Airport
265 Fruit St., Mansfield, MA
$10/bike ($5 for each additional motorcycle)
$20/car
ALL REGISTRATION FOR SHOW VEHICLES will be done on site! Plenty of on-site trailer parking for those with multiple bikes or cars! GATES for show vehicles open at 8am!
NO ADMISSION FEE for spectators* *Suggesting donations for Rotary Club of Mansfield Spectators encouraged to bring non-perishable food item for the local food pantry
Awards to be given for 1st place in each category
A great way to spend your summer day & contribute to a great organization which supports local charities in your community.
Contact primarychompers1@aol.com
Saturday, August 17, 9am-3pm
World of Wheels
116 Long St., Warwick, RI
The Rhode Island Shriners present the World of Wheels, sponsored by the Rhode Island Street Rodding Association. There will be a beer garden, food trucks, vendors large cash prizes and music by The Vegas Lords.
Schedule:
- Gates open for show vehicles at 9am, $15 per vehicle.
- Gates open to the public at 11am, $5 per person.
- Vehicle Judging 12pm-2pm
- Cash & Trophy Awards 3pm
Call Mike Brito for more Information 401-952-5892
Sunday, September 8, 9am-1pm
British Parts Swap Meet
National Shrine of
Our Lady of La Salette
947 Park St, Attleboro, MA
BMCNE is sponsoring the All British Auto Parts Swap Meet at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette. There will be plenty of table or tarp space to display items for sale. Items should be British in nature and can be new or used parts, automobile memorabilia, publications, models, tools, etc.
BMCNE requests a $15 donation for seller table/tarp space. These funds will be used to offset the rental for the swap meet space. And, in the spirit of fulfilling BMCNE’s commitment to local charities, any additional funds will be donated to the Providence Animal Rescue League.
Please click the link below to register, we would be more than happy to save you a spot!
Sunday, September 15, 2024
British Car Day
1219 Burloak Dr
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
BCD comprises 57 classes of cars and motorcycles Map & Car Classes running the whole range of British automobile marques from Austin to Westfield with model names from Anglia to Zephyr and everything in between. The organizers encourage everyone to bring along their British cars whether they be current model cars, daily drivers, partially restored cars or projects-in-progress, to line up with the many classic and concours-class cars in the appropriate marque and model class. British Car Day® is the opportunity everyone anticipates to chat, to scrutinize, and to plan for next year. It’s a car show but it is also a big, end of season, social event.
September 20-22, 2024
British Invasion
Stowe, Vermont
Mark your calendar for British Invasion XXXIII, September 20-22, 2024 in beautiful Stowe, Vermont.
This year’s featured marques are Austin-Healey, MG, Rolls-Royce & Bentley.
They have been working on expanding British Invasion 2024 by adding Vermont Arts & Crafts as a New section, with the hope of attracting more attendees on Saturday and Sunday. Several properties in Stowe have changed hands since last year so we encourage you to book accommodations early.
Sunday, September 21, 9am-1pm
Minis on the Lawn
15 Newton St, Brookline, MA
MINI Coopers have a reputation for their unique style and individuality. They love to “motor.” Get ready for Larz Anderson’s inaugural MINI Cooper Day featuring the car that has captured the hearts of automotive enthusiasts since its arrival in the states in 2002. MINIs of every color and style will parade onto the lawn to converge with other MINI enthusiasts. Clubs from around New England and beyond will be cruising in together to meet with other clubs and make new friends throughout the day. Classic Minis, new MINIs, every year, make, and model is welcome!
You do not want to miss Larz Anderson’s new addition to their Lawn Events Season!
Tech Session Season is here!
During the winter season BMCNE offers club members interesting and informative “Tech Sessions” durning the winter season. These tech sessions consist of:
Tours of local businesses that sell supplies or services that support the British car hobby.
Technical workshops by local experts that have experience in fixing, restoring and/or modifying British cars.
G.A.P. Sessions (Garage Assistance Program), designed to help club members keep their projects on track. BMCNE can schedule a 3 hour Saturday morning session in a club members garage to help them solve a problem that has sidelined their British car. Contact us for details.
BMCNE supplies the coffee and donuts at all these sessions! We look forward to hearing from you!
All club members are invited to submit suggests for Tours, Tech Sessions or G.A.P. sessions. Please contact us at
The new Membership Directory is now available to members, password is required. Passwords were supplied in your Welcome letter after joining or you can contact membership@bmcne.org.
Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of every month, except for December. If you miss a meeting, you can always check the Meeting Notes page for the latest information. See the meeting notes here…