Welcome to the new Meet the Experts Theatre!
The programme is jam-packed with motoring magic and topical chats all weekend long.
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The new Theatre will cover a whole manner of subjects from how to get started in classic motoring and using your classic for motorsport, to alternative fuels and debating restoration versus modification.
There will also be discussions about the future of the classic car community, the skills shortage, preserving our automotive heritage, and how we can attract more youngsters into classic motoring – both as a hobby and a career.
As well as the panels, there will also be interviews with special guests including World Trials Championship legend Dougie Lampkin and the stars of the new movie ‘Classic’.
There will also be a celebration of the 20th anniversary of Wheeler Dealers. Since 2003, Mike Brewer and his trusty mechanics – Edd China, Ant Anstead and currently Marc ‘Elvis’ Priestley - have restored and brought back to the road 218 cars on our screens. Mike will share his personal highlights and stories from behind the scenes each day.
What's happening on the stage this November
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 55 minsWheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 525 mins
- Auction
- Interviews
The team from Iconic Auctioneers share their advice and tips on buying and selling classic cars at auction, highlighting some of the lots on offer at the show
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11:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
Our host Mike Brewer celebrates 20 years of his TV show Wheeler Dealers, sharing stories from behind the scenes and the cutting room floor.
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12:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Future of Classics
There are many ways we can preserve our automotive heritage by working together - sharing skills and encouraging the next generation to continue the work we have started.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Future of Classics
Does the new classic car community want what the old one did? Is the car still seen the same way today as it was in the 1960's? The answer to both questions is, most certainly, no. So what does the ne ...
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
- Interviews
Our host Mike Brewer interviews multiple FIM Trial World Champion Dougie Lampkin and his son Alfie, who is following in his dad's footsteps.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsWith years of experience, Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer shares advice on how to become a Wheeler Dealer so you can trade up to your dream car.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsAuto Alex' Kersten leads the discussion on the rise of the high mileage cars from the 80s, 90s, and 00s that buyers used to shy away from.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Motorsport
Fancy using your classic for more than just a leisurely drive? The team from HERO-ERA will be showcasing the various ways you can get involved in motorsport.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsTom and Dale from Meguair's share their advice on getting your classic ready for concours, show & shine competitions as well as keeping your car polished.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsIn recent years, more clubs have started working together to create new events, celebrate joint milestones, etc. Plus, more commercial companies are turning to the clubs to partner them in creating en ...
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16:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
- Interviews
We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts, including Mike Brewer, Auto Alex Kersten, and Dougie Lampkin, your unanswered questions.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 515 minsWheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsSecured values, starting a collection, buying as an investment, risk vs return are some of the topics the team from Iconic Auctioneers will cover in this session.
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11:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Motorsport
Want to take your classic on a road rally? The team from HERO-ERA can tell you what you need to do to get your car through scrutineering and in the competition.
11:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
Our host Mike Brewer celebrates 20 years of his TV show Wheeler Dealers, sharing stories from behind the scenes and the cutting room floor.
12:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Sustainability
Sustainability doesn't mean the end for classic cars. In fact, classic cars are highly recyclable. We discuss how we can reduce, reuse and recycle our classics.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsLove classic cars but don't own one? Worried that the reality of ownership will be different to what you thought once you've spent your money. We look at the various ways you can 'try before you buy'.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 560 mins
- Celebrities
Our host Mike Brewer interviews multiple FIM Trial World Champion Dougie Lampkin and his son Alfie, who is following in his dad's footsteps.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
Salvage Hunters Classic Cars host Paul Cowland interviews the stars behind the new British comedy film 'Classic' all about a classic car show held on the North Yorkshire coast.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
Youtuber 'Auto Alex' Kersten introduces some of the favourite faces and rising stars of the YouTube motoring community.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsWith years of experience, Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer shares advice on how to become a Wheeler Dealer so you can trade up to your dream car.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsLove working on classic cars? Handy with a set of spanners? Fancy learning one of the dark arts of the heritage automotive world? Join our discussion on how to turn your hobby into a profitable career ...
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Restoration
Should classic vehicles be preserved or should they evolve? With the rise of the Restomod, the debate around modifying vehicles is still a hot topic.
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16:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
- Interviews
We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts, including Mike Brewer, Auto Alex Kersten, and Dougie Lampkin, your unanswered questions.
10:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 515 minsWheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
10:15
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 515 mins
- Auction
The team from Iconic Auctioneers share their advice and tips on buying and selling classic cars at auction, highlighting some of the lots on offer at the show
10:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Motorsport
Interested in learning about rallying and how you can get involved? The experts from HERO-ERA will give you some insight into how to get started, driver & navigator training, types of rallying and com ...
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 515 minsLest we forget. The show comes to a halt as we remember those who died so we can live.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
Our host Mike Brewer celebrates 20 years of his TV show Wheeler Dealers, sharing stories from behind the scenes and the cutting room floor.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsOur expert panel give advice on how to keep your classic safe, secure storage, types of insurance, trackers, dashcams, and how you can protect projects, barns finds and parts too.
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12:30
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Future of Classics
Converting to electric and the rise of synthetic fuels are just two of the topics that will be covered in this session as well as alternatives and the future for ICE vehicles.
13:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 560 mins
- Celebrities
- Interviews
Our host Mike Brewer interviews multiple FIM Trial World Champion Dougie Lampkin and his son Alfie, who is following in his dad's footsteps.
14:00
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Future of Classics
How do we attract the next generation into the classic car industry? Let's ask them! Bringing together youngsters from all areas of the community to share what interests them and their ideas for the o ...
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 minsWith a personal collection growing by the day, 'Auto Alex' Kersten is joined by other 'Shed' collectors to talk about the advantages and pitfalls of being obsessed with these cars.
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Competitions
We invite the winners of the various competitions around the show - Meguiar's Club Showcase, Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership, Bike Pride of Ownership, and Classic America Car of the Year - to ...
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Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 530 mins
- Celebrities
- Interviews
We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts, including Mike Brewer, Auto Alex Kersten, and Dougie Lampkin, your unanswered questions.
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Please note timetable and speaker/celebrity line-up is subject to change. Whilst every effort is made to keep this programme accurate and up-to-date, last minute or at-show changes may not be reflected.
