MOASF 2024 All British Motor Show

By: Jon Brothers

President

Valley British Auto Club

Sunday October 20th was another beautiful day in Danville, CA, as the Mini Owners of

America San Francisco hosted their 34th Annual All British Motor Show. This fantastic

show now honors the memory of Nick Becker, who conceived and promoted the show

for many decades.

An estimated 120-140 of the most meticulously prepared British automobiles and

motorcycles gathered to celebrate the Centenary of MG, in the shadows of the

Blackhawk Museum. Amongst all the wonderful cars in attendance, was an amazing

array of THE most beautiful MGs one might imagine to see in one location. The MGT

series cars were beyond beautiful, as were the MGAs and MGBs. But the grandest

example of the lot was that of a 1923 Morris-Cowley Bullnose, which sat proudly

amongst them all… This very unique and rare automobile, the precursor to what would

one day become the MG, was deservedly recognized with a handful of awards. On

behalf of the Valley British Auto Club, I was proud to present a limited edition

Centenary Medallion to this beautiful unrestored car, which also received honors as

“Best In Show.” It was, without doubt, the most worthy example of what the MG

Centenary represents.

This was my 4th or 5th time making the trek from the Central Valley up to the All British

Motor Show. Each time has been absolutely great. The people who are in attendance

are amazing and, like many events out there, you never know who you’ll meet… The

folks with MOASF do an outstanding job in being able to gather some of the best there

is in British iron. Their hospitality is always warm and inviting and the friendships I

have come to enjoy are very much appreciated…

On a personal note, my 1970 Austin Mini Cooper S was awarded Second Place honors

in the MkI-MkIII Mini Cooper class. A great big Thank You to everyone who chose to

vote for this very special Mini.

I highly recommend for everyone to consider adding this car show to your calendars.

You will not regret attending. Thanks to MOASF for another fantastic time in Danville

and I look forward to returning in 2025.