Had a great day out today with my daughter at the Practical Classic car show at the NEC.

Some very interesting cars and trade stands, came away with renewed inspiration to start tackling the Zed.

 

One interesting thing that we really enjoyed was a live stage chat show with Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead, the new pairing for the next Wheeler Dealers.

Sadly, Edd China has moved on to ventures new.

 

Mike talked about many things, but the most poignant part of the show was how deeply he has been affected by the leaving of Edd.

Not only has this left Mike with a deep feeling of sadness, but he has also had to endure a level of media abuse from a minority of the public.

So much so, that he was visibly upset by some the appalling examples of abuse he has had to endure, despicable.

 

I have to say, we saw a side of Mike that many people may not feel even exists, but I can now see that he is a genuine guy who wears his heart on his sleeve.

I felt that I should see if there was a chance to meet the legend in person and shake is hand, also to give him my personal support in what must be a difficult time.

By chance, I managed a quick word with Ant, who then introduced me to Mike. We did not speak for long, but long enough for me to offer a few words of comfort and wish him well with the new show. something I shall be watching avidly.

Not only did he agree to a photograph, he gave me a big hug to boot! Made my day.

Nice pic Dave glad you enjoyed the show :thumbup:

Mike and Edd was a great team and Edd will be missed. Love the pic Dave.

Hi was a good day nice meeting up with you Dave

 

Well looked after RR

Another in the Barn find Section

It's a shame I didn't give you the heads up, to meet and shake the hand of the owner of this car. He is the editor of Retro Japanese magazine and the journalist that gave the 300ZX such a blinding review in the current mag!...

Hi was a good day nice meeting up with you Dave

 

Hi Tony. ditto mate. :thumbup1:

It's a shame I didn't give you the heads up, to meet and shake the hand of the owner of this car. He is the editor of Retro Japanese magazine and the journalist that gave the 300ZX such a blinding review in the current mag!...

 

That would have been cool Joel... :thumbup1:

Forgot to mention, bumped into this guy also.

My god he is tall..

Love retro cars :drool: Thanks for sharing guys and like Edds T shirt lol