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The Society of Automotive Historians in Britain (SAHB) is a 'Chapter' of the Society of Automotive Historians (SAH) that was founded in USA in 1969 to: "encourage research, preservation, recording, compilation, and publication of historic facts concerning the development of the automobile and related items, from its inception to the present day, throughout the world." Membership is open to all those who share these aims, whether of amateur or professional status.


For its members, the SAH provides a unique camaraderie and an information exchange network through which other people with similar interests can be located. The Society’s membership also includes corporations, museums and other institutions that support the preservation of our motoring heritage for future generations to appreciate.

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First Aspects Reprint


Copies of the first issue of Aspects of Motoring History (published in 2005= ) ran out some while ago, but we have had a number of requests from members who have joined SAHB subsequent to its publication who would like to complete their set of volumes. Therefore, we have arranged with the printers that some more copies will be run off, but to make the process viable a minimum batch of ten books will need to be produced. The cost per copy will be =A39.95 each including UK postage. Details of the contents of Aspects of Motoring History No. 1 can be viewed by clicking on the Aspects tab on the Home page. Please note, printing will not go ahead until we have received firm orders (together with payment in full) for at least 10 copies - so there may be some delay in delivery. Should we fail to get sufficient interest, all cheques will be returned. To place an order, send a cheque for =A39.95 per copy (made payable to the Society of Automotive Historians in Britain), to Malcolm Jeal, Acorns, 53 Oak Lane, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 4PD. Don't forget to include your name an= d full address.

Posted by ( 2 months ago )
Date: 2009-05-08 17:41:39

New edition of first 'Aspects'


Copies of the first issue of Aspects of Motoring History (published in 2005= ) ran out some while ago, but we have had a number of requests from members who have joined SAHB subsequent to its publication who would like to complete their set of volumes. Therefore, we have arranged with the printers that some more copies will be run off, but to make the process viable a minimum batch of ten books will need to be produced. The cost per copy will be =A39.95 each including UK postage. Details of the contents of Aspects of Motoring History No. 1 can be viewed by clicking on the Aspects tab on the Home page. Please note, printing will not go ahead until we have received firm orders (together with payment in full) for at least 10 copies - so there may be some delay in delivery. Should we fail to get sufficient interest, all cheques will be returned. To place an order, send a cheque for =A39.95 per copy (made payable to the Society of Automotive Historians in Britain), to Malcolm Jeal, Acorns, 53 Oak Lane, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 4PD. Don't forget to include your name an= d full address.

Posted by ( 2 months ago )
Date: 2009-05-08 17:21:38

Spring Seminar Success


Our first visit (and surely not the last) to the beautiful 14th century headquarters of the Astom Martin Heritage Trust on Sunday 29th March was a great success. The 51 delegates, including two from France, enjoyed four fascinating presentations, an excellent buffet lunch and the chance to meet old friends and make new acquaintances. Following a brief introduction by SAHB chairman Malcolm Jeal (which included a special mention of some 'absent friends') and a warm welcome from Anne Wright, Secretary of AMHT, the day was started off by Ken Brittan giving a discourse on the life of Charles Sykes. Roger Armstron's subject was Clarke, Clulely & Co, the Coventry bicycle and car makers. We were also priviledged to have Don Cluley in attendance, providing a direct family link to the firm's history. Self-confessed 'Adler Addict' John Hankin began the afternoon session with an amusing but informative talk about the huge bicycle, typewriter and vehicle conglomerate created by Heinrich Kleyer. Final presentation of the dat was Dr. Tony Cox on the front-wheel-drive Alvis models produced in the late 1920s. At the end of the day, in addition to being entertained, everyone went away having learnt something new, which is what these occasions are all about.

Posted by ( 2 months ago )
Date: 2009-04-25 11:44:24
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