NEC Restoration Show March 2026
Following on from our successful launch at the classic motor show in November, we returned to the NEC this March, for the Practical Classics Restoration Show.
Since our Launch just 5 months ago, the hub family has grown with both Rover Owners Club and the 75 & ZT Enthusiasts coming into the fold.
The Restoration show was our first show where all 3 of our club brands where represented, with an array of members cars on display. These Included:
On the MG Rover Hub stand, we had…
Rover 25 GTI owned by Michael Johns
Rover 45 Connoisseur saloon owned by Jake Howard
Rover Mini (in the style of the Italian Job) owned by Cameron Colls
Austin miniMetro owned by Colin Corke
MG ZS 180 Mk2 Hatch in Monogram Celestial owned by Matt Lynch
Over the weekend, both the Metro and ZS had work carried out on them, generating significant interest in both the cars and the club, this was also the first outing for the clubs Scalextric layout, which generated a lot of additional interest and we will be looking to build and develop the set up over time taking it on further NEC outings.
Rover Owners Club and 75 & ZT Enthusiasts Stand
The first outing for both these clubs at the NEC as part of MG Rover Hub, we had an excellent array of cars on this stand, these included,
1994 Rover ‘R8’ 420 GSI Tourer, owned by Harry Ingrouille
2003 Land Rover Freelander, powered by a 1.8 Rover K-Series Engine owned by Alex Champkin
2003 Rover 75 CDTI in Opaline Green owned by Steve Cleeton
2005 Rover 25 Mk2 Diesel in Monogram Chatsworth owned by Jason Hawkins
We would like to thank all our members for allowing us to display their cars, we have applied for a stand for this November’s Classic Motor Show, subject to confirmation of a stand, we will be contacting members to see who would like to join us, the November show will also be our First Anniversary of the Hub so we will be looking to make the show that little bit extra special!
If you not a member of the Hub, please do consider joining us, members of MG Rover Hub can enjoy…
Exclusive discounts
Access to our insurance scheme
Technical advice
A friendly, supportive community
Exclusive events
Partnerships with businesses dedicated to keeping MG Rover cars alive – from parts suppliers to detailing specialists
We are passionate about keeping these cars running and supporting the people who love them.
The Hub Is Here for You
Whether you’re looking for technical advice, help sourcing parts, buying or selling a car, or simply want to be part of an inclusive and enthusiastic community, MG Rover Hub has everything you need.
This is just the beginning – and we’re thrilled to have launched it at the NEC last November, we are driven by passion, history, and the people who make this community special.
