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Welcome to the Austin A30/A35 Owners' Club Website

The United Kingdom based Austin A30/A35 Owners' Club would like to welcome you to our official home on the Internet. Feel free to browse!

If you are an owner, but not yet a Club Member, have a look at the 'Join The Club' page for some of the benefits you could be using.

| Note! | | Next Club Magazine copy due date is Monday February 24th 2024 Give our Editor and Printer time to work their magic!This deadline is dictated by the date of the AGM and our Constitution deadlines regarding the distribution of the Agenda to current members. | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |

| Note! | | Club Magazine copy due date was Monday November 25th 2024 Please submit your magazine copy urgently or you could miss the next magazine print run!! | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |

Regalia News!		as at 20th Jan 2025
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PLEASE NOTE Owners' Club Regalia is currently CLOSED until further notice due to personal reasons and no further orders are being taken at this time. Further updates will be posted here, and on our Forum and Facebook pages, as they are known. Thank you for your understanding.

| Owners' Club Website Survey | | 19th Oct - 19th Nov | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ------------------- | | logo | | | | Following on from the AGM, we have put together a short survey for you to provide feedback about the Club website. Note: not the forum. Please take a few minutes to fill it in and give us your feedback, in as much detail as possible, so we can determine where to go next ... https://form.jotform.com/242884242448362 The survey is anonymous. Any questions or comments, please email me, the WebEditor | | |

| Christmas_greeting | | Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for 2025 from the Austin A30/A35 Owners' Club Committee | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Image reproduced by kind permission of Codey Howell | | |

Looking for something to fill your Christmas stocking?

Kim Henson has a Christmas offer for you on his book, "Accessible Classics' - No. 1 - Austin A30/A35: 'Enjoying Your Austin'" -- click here or the book cover to the right to learn more!

| Membership Renewals are now being accepted until 31st March | | | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | | | | | | | You can renew by Bank Transfer, new credit/debit card via Stripe or cheque. If you simply transfer your membership fee via Bank Transfer without going through the online Renewal Form your status will not reflect that you have paid until the bank informs us, and that can take 3-4 weeks. We no longer accept payment via PayPal. On-line renewals are possible from 1st November to 31st March.Click on the image to the left or the "Renew your Membership" options on this web site. | | If you pay by Standing Order, please check with your bank that the correct amount has been debited. Existing Standing Orders will need to be adjusted via your bank to £31 | | |

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- _Oh no! Let your membership lapse?_Click on the icon to the right to take you directly to the quick and simple re-join option, or click on the menu option on the right.

| lapsed | | **Sorry but the Membership Renewal period has now ended.**If you have let your membership lapse and wish to re-join, please go to the Lapsed Membership option. | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |

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| Regalia and Membership | | 30th July-8th August 2023 | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ------------------------- | | logo | | | | Please note that our Membership Secretary and Regalia are on taking a break between July 30th and August 8th August so all membership applications or orders, or enquiries about either, will be delayed. Please be patient. | | |

| Spares Project Team | | 18th October-6th November 2023 | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ------------------------------ | | logo | | | | Due to a family bereavement, Club Spares will be CLOSED until approx Monday, 6th November 2023. Any emails will be answered on their return. | | |

During recent testing we have noticed that some functions do not work with the Safari browser (Apple devices). One obvious issue is the recaptcha challenge that is failing to display and allow you to respond. This is vital for some security-conscious functions eg Join The Club, adding FreeAds, etc. We suggest until these are resolved you use a different browser where you can i.e. Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge/IE, etc. We apologise for this and are working hard to resolve this issue.

| Covid! | | 2024 | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | -------- | | Covid-19 | | | | The Covid virus continues to infect people in the UK and so it is always possible that events will be cancelled as a precaution. We therefore strongly advise checking with the organisers prior to travelling and booking accomodation, to ensure the event is still taking place. | | |

Own an A30 or A35? Tell us about it!

As the Owners' Club we are keen to know about all A30s and A35s that are still with us regardless of their condition. If you haven't already done so we would appreciate it if you would register it on the Club's database. See the Register Your Vehicle(s) option in the menu on the right side of this page.

Even if it isn't your vehicle, if you see one on the road or at a show, check to see if the Club are aware of it using the Vehicle Look-up option in the menu. If we don't - add it! Just leave the ownership details blank .. or encourage the owner to join the club and register it themselves!

We are constantly looking for new stories about your Austin's for our Club Magazines. Contact the Spotlight or Sidelights Editor to discuss including your vehicle in a forthcoming edition.

Looking for an A30 or A35, or parts?

We are now publishing adverts from members as they arrive on the website .. look under Club Shop. We also still have FreeAds. So check regularly - that long needed part or the vehicle of your dreams may just be available!

New Club Spares Voucher Trial
Click here for more information or read about the voucher trial in Spring Sidelights 2020 on page 14.

Kim Henson's Austin A30/A35: "Enjoying Your Austin" book

	Again this year several owners have asked me whether my book on our favourite small Austins is still available ... Yes it is (I wrote and published the book), and it can be purchased direct from me if you wish, and until the end of December 2024 is on special offer ... The discounted price for U.K. buyers is £26.00 including free 'Royal Mail Tracked 24' postage and packing. (Normal Price £24.95 plus £5.00 postage and packing, totalling £29.95 for UK buyers). NOTE: For sending overseas, please contact Kim for post/packing costs). Please note that this book, completed and published in 2004, has never been revised nor reprinted; this is the original, authentic and only edition. It took me six years to write and was a labour of love, based on years of first hand experience with these Austins. Widely regarded as a 'definitive' book about the classic British Austin A30 and A35 cars, containing historical, technical and maintenance information, as well as sections devoted to the sheer fun of owning these diminutive but big-hearted, friendly Austins. IDEAL PRESENT for someone else or to buy just for your own interest/enjoyment. "Accessible Classics" - No. 1 - Austin A30/A35: "Enjoying Your Austin" (ISBN: 0954762908) This is a new, unused 'out of the box' copy of the first, Collector's Edition of the well-received "Enjoying Your Austin" book on the A30/A35, written by Kim Henson. The hardback book (with colour throughout) is 224 pages long and contains over 430 photographs. It has received a multitude of enthusiastic press reviews, and those who have already bought copies have spoken highly of it. The all-colour book, which was written in a 'user-friendly' style, for enthusiasts by an enthusiast who for many years has been passionate about these cars, was produced using very high quality 'heavyweight' materials. It was deliberately written, printed and published in England; indeed it was entirely 'Made in England', just like the cars to which it relates. It contains comprehensive information in separate chapters on: 1. History, specifications and performance. 2. Character, driving and practicality. 3. Buying. 4. Maintenance/looking after your vehicle. 5. MoT Test. 6. Rustproofing. 7. Modifications. 8. Enjoying/having fun with your Austin. 9. Restoration stories to inspire. There are also three 'Appendix' sections: 1. Identify your car. 2. Specialist suppliers. 3. Contemporary rival models from other manufacturers An ideal companion for your Austin A30/A35, or to read about these cars before you buy one. Either way, 'Enjoy Those Austins'! If you buy a copy I hope you will find it useful and enjoyable too.

Kim Henson's Austin A30/A35: "Enjoying Your Austin" book

Again this year several owners have asked me whether my book on our favourite small Austins is still available ... Yes it is (I wrote and published the book), and it can be purchased direct from me if you wish, and until the end of December 2024 is on special offer ... The discounted price for U.K. buyers is £26.00 including free 'Royal Mail Tracked 24' postage and packing. (Normal Price £24.95 plus £5.00 postage and packing, totalling £29.95 for UK buyers). NOTE: For sending overseas, please contact Kim for post/packing costs). Please note that this book, completed and published in 2004, has never been revised nor reprinted; this is the original, authentic and only edition. It took me six years to write and was a labour of love, based on years of first hand experience with these Austins. Widely regarded as a 'definitive' book about the classic British Austin A30 and A35 cars, containing historical, technical and maintenance information, as well as sections devoted to the sheer fun of owning these diminutive but big-hearted, friendly Austins. IDEAL PRESENT for someone else or to buy just for your own interest/enjoyment. "Accessible Classics" - No. 1 - Austin A30/A35: "Enjoying Your Austin" (ISBN: 0954762908) This is a new, unused 'out of the box' copy of the first, Collector's Edition of the well-received "Enjoying Your Austin" book on the A30/A35, written by Kim Henson. The hardback book (with colour throughout) is 224 pages long and contains over 430 photographs. It has received a multitude of enthusiastic press reviews, and those who have already bought copies have spoken highly of it. The all-colour book, which was written in a 'user-friendly' style, for enthusiasts by an enthusiast who for many years has been passionate about these cars, was produced using very high quality 'heavyweight' materials. It was deliberately written, printed and published in England; indeed it was entirely 'Made in England', just like the cars to which it relates. It contains comprehensive information in separate chapters on: 1. History, specifications and performance. 2. Character, driving and practicality. 3. Buying. 4. Maintenance/looking after your vehicle. 5. MoT Test. 6. Rustproofing. 7. Modifications. 8. Enjoying/having fun with your Austin. 9. Restoration stories to inspire. There are also three 'Appendix' sections: 1. Identify your car. 2. Specialist suppliers. 3. Contemporary rival models from other manufacturers An ideal companion for your Austin A30/A35, or to read about these cars before you buy one. Either way, 'Enjoy Those Austins'! If you buy a copy I hope you will find it useful and enjoyable too.

E&OE

Forthcoming Events (NOTE: subject to change)

Club Events

| National Committee Meeting | | Saturday 24th May 2025 @ 11pm | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | point! | | More details and an agenda will be made available under the Members' area of the website at least four weeks prior to the meeting. Any club members wishing to attend the NCM are welcome but should contact the Club Secretary in advance to inform them so that appropriate seating can be organised and any issues to be raised added to the AOB section of the meeting agenda. |

| Annual General Meeting | | Saturday 24th May 2025 @ 4pm | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ---------------------------- | | logo | | | | The Annual General Meeting will be held at 4pm on Saturday 24th May 2025 at Stoke-upon-Trent Rugby Club as part of the National Rally. The AGM is open to all paid-up members.A short NCM will also be held for Committee Members at 11am on Saturday. | | |

| International Rally 2025 | | 23rd-26th May 2025 | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | logo | | Looking forward to May 2025 and the next rally is to be held at the Stoke Rugby Union Football Club, near Stoke-upon-Trent, Staffordshire! More information will be added on this website under the Member's area, and published in the Winter 2024/5 and Spring 2025 magazines along with a paper-booking form. You are also be able to book via the website and pay using Bank Transfer or Credit/Debit Cards. |

External Events

PLEASE NOTE: Please check with the organisers whether the event you are interested in is impacted by Covid-19. The Club cannot be responsible for loss where the event is run by a third-party.

| Tyre Festival | | ddth-ddth Month 2023 | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | -------------------- | | | | | | TYRE Festival is a classic car weekend aimed at the young generation of classic car club members, and the older members of clubs that support them. The idea behind the event is to get youth registers/branches of clubs together at one weekend rally, giving the opportunity for people from different clubs to talk and bond over the passion we all have for old cars, jointly organised by the youth groups of the TR Register, Morris Minor Owners' Club and our own Young Member's Co-Ordinator. | | |

| Netherlands Group Rally | | 29th-31th August 2025 | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | --------------------- | | | | | | The Netherlands Group are holding their annual rally at Amstelveen in August 2025! This is our club's main event, the camping weekend. Last year our camping weekend was in Limburg, where the environment, the weather and a top organization contributed to a very nice weekend. This year the event is in Amstelveen. You wouldn't say it, so close to Amsterdam, but it is a very rural area and we are camping in the middle of farms and fields. This area is very suitable for trips with the Austins and there is a lot to do and see. Please register with the Netherlands Club chairman via their website. Link to the Netherlands Group website campsite | | |

| Silverstone Festival - the new name for The Classic | | 23rd-25th August 2024 | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | --------------------- | | | | | | Although we've never had a stand at The Classic, or the Silverstone Festival as it is now known, we have tried to help attendees with reduced ticket prices and we will again in 2024! Link to the official show website or clink on logo to left | | |

| Classic Restoration and Spares Market | | 9th October 2022 | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | ---------------- | | | | | | The Classic Restoration and Spares Market is held at the NAEC at Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, CV8 2LG. The show is open from 10am to 4pm. Tickets are available from the official website and cost £8 in advance, £10 on the day. The shows main draw is the UK's largest indoor autojumble, with even more traders and stalls set up outside in the showground. For enthusiasts looking for their next project, there will be an Automart featuring classics for sale. Anyone bringing a car they wish to sell can do so for just £30, which includes two admissions. | | |

| Drive-It Day! | | 21st April 2024 | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ------------------- | | | | | | The FBHVC Drive-It-Day, in support of the Childline, is scheduled for 21st April 2024. Link to the Drive-It Day website Bumper plaques are available from the "Drive-It Day" website here | | |

| reis Race Retro | | 21st-23rd February 2025 | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | logo | | Save the dates for Race Retro 2025 Link to the official show website Tickets are on sale from September 25th! Check back here for a discount code |

| Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show | | 21st-23rd March 2025 | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | | | The Club will be on stand 4-355 Club members, followers and friends can use the discount code CCC5M277 to unlock £3.50 off single-day adult tickets or £2 off family, child or multi-day tickets. Club discount applies to Advance ticket prices if purchased before midnight on 20th March and the Show Open ticket prices thereafter.Book before midnight Tuesday 27th February & you'll help our club earn useful benefits.NOTE: You are welcome to pass on this code to family and friends to save you both some money. But please do not publish it on social media, etc. Link to the official show website or click on the logo to the leftFull ticket information at www.necrestorationshow.com/ticket-information |

| Simply British @ Beaulieu | | 27th April 2025 | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | --------------- | | | | | | Beaulieu are delighted to announce the return of Simply British for 2025 on 27th April. All British classic car owners are invited to drive into the Beaulieu parkland and park up for what promises to be a superb day out for both owners and enthusiasts. From Austin, Sunbeam, Riley and Triumph, to Alvis, Lagonda, Humber and more, any vehicle built in Britain, or by a British manufacturer, is welcome to join the display. | | |

More events will be added as they are announced.

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