September 8, 2019 marked the 33 annual British Car Festival. This year’s event, held at Harper College in Palatine, had a total registration of 373. There were 88 registered MGs of various classes. In addition to the registrants, there were approximately 950 quests who attended.

This year’s event featured a sampling of climate conditions imported from the British Isles. In addition to the cars and typical British weather, the day was filled with various vendors including Bangers and Mash (American style). The entertainment of the day, were the Irish Dancers accompanied by a bag piper.

Our club did very well in the People’s Choice judging. Congratulation to this year’s recipients, which for the MG class included:

MG Vintage 1949 MG TC Tom Moore 1935 PA Airline Coupe Emmanuel Louchios MG TD 1950 TD Raymond Harris 1953 TD Pat Morse MG TF 1954 TF Jerry Cihak MGA 1958 MGA Michael Folker 1960 MGA Gary Picard MGB Chrome Bumpers 1967 MGB Denise & Pete Ballard 1973 MGB Philip Wydra 1970 MGB James Brennan

MGB Rubber Bumper 1980 MGB Steve Chiarito, Sr. 1979 MGB Dean Hickeblooper 1978 MGB James Compton MG GT 1974 MGB GT Jeremy Kinsey 1969 MGB GT Doug G. Clark MG Other 1958 Magnette Carole Olson MG Midget 1972 Midget Patrick Killean 1979 1979 Midget Eric Britton

A word of thanks to those who helped with traffic control. This is a great opportunity to help out on the day of the show and a great place to see the different marques as they enter the field. A special word of thanks to Dave and John for their contributions throughout the year.

Going forward, the British Car Union is continuously looking for opportunities to improve the event’s experience. Also, as club, we are looking for ways of improving. We are aware that in order to keep the day fresh there is a need to offer new experiences. Please feel free to email me any of your suggestions at mayoarch@comcast.net.

Looking forward to seeing you throughout the year and at next year’s Festival.


Respectfully submitted,
Darryl Mayo – MG Rep.