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Meet the Experts Theatre

Classic Motor Show 2022

Welcome to the Meet the Experts Theatre!
The programme is jam-packed with motoring magic and topical chats all weekend long.

in association with:

  Classic Car Weekly

What to expect in 2024...

The one and only Wheeler Dealers presenter, Mike Brewer will be hosting in the Meet the Experts Theatre along with more beloved motoring talent to be annnounced soon! Mike’s electric energy for classics will be channelled from screen to stage at the Meet the Experts Theatre! We can also reveal that Auto Alex will be in the Theatre on Saturday and Sunday., both getting involved in exclusive talks, sharing their passion for classic cars, and meeting fans! Don’t miss the chance to hear their stories and get up close with your favourite automotive icons! Keep your eyes peeled for the 2024 timetable which we're busy tying up all the ends for. It will be released on this page very soon.

What happened last year? 

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11:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    5 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
11:05
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    25 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
11:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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 ...
13:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With 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.
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Tom 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.
16:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
10:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
10:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Secured 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.
11:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Love 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'.
13:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    60 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.
14:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With 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.
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Love 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 ...
16:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
16:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
10:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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 ...
11:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Lest we forget. The show comes to a halt as we remember those who died so we can live.
11:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    60 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
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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 ...
14:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With 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.
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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 ...
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 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.

 

Who joined us in 2023?

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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.

Our Sponsors & Partners

Lancaster Insurance

Headline Sponsor

Iconic Auctioneers logo

Auction Partner

PGVM logo

Logistics Partner

Meguiars

Detailing Partner

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