British Motor Museum to host National Metro & Mini Show on Sunday 4 June

David Ross, Editor
Mon, 24 Apr 2023

The British Motor Museum is gearing up to host the much-awaited ‘National Metro & Mini Show’ on Sunday 4 June.

The show, regarded as the main event of the year for owners of Metros, classic Minis and modern MINIs, attracts hundreds of iconic vehicles,

Visitors will have the opportunity to celebrate two of Britain’s best-loved small cars and the Museum is delighted to announce that the Concours competition is returning this year, offering visitors the opportunity to see the judges assess the cars against their Concours criteria.

The show features hundreds of cars, from everyday classics to the weird and wonderful designs and special editions, no matter their age or condition. Popular with enthusiasts, this show is also a great hit with families with plenty of entertainment for younger visitors.

The Museum has announced that Metro classes include Austin Metros, MG Metros, and Rover Metros/100s. Mini classes include 59 & 79, 80 & 2000 (including 2000 Mini classics, not BMW Minis), 2000 Onwards (BMWs), and Custom Minis.

There will also be a single "Show and Shine" class that anyone can sign up for on the day. The competition is free to enter for vehicle exhibitors and entry forms are available from the British Motor Museum website.

Visitors can also enjoy hot meals and refreshments at the Junction 12 Café, or ice creams and burgers outside.

Tickets for the show include entry to the Museum and Collections Centre, giving visitors the chance to see over 400 cars from the collection.

This includes the last Rover 100 produced, which is signed by 1200 people involved in the Metro production, along with the very first Mini ‘621 AOK,' the very last classic Mini produced at Longbridge ‘X411 JOP,'. There are also the Monte Carlo Rally-winning Minis of 1964, 1965, and 1967.

Camping is also available on Saturday 3 June for those who want to make a weekend of it. Advance show tickets cost £14.50 per adult, £9 per child, £12.50 per concession, and £40 for a family.

Anyone wishing to enter their Mini or Metro into the show can do so online for just £9. This includes entry to the show for the driver and one passenger. Additional tickets are available to purchase if extra passengers are required.

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