#2 - MEMBER'S MEETING

From the first, membership of the 96 Club was exclusive, as it was passed on by word of mouth by those “in the know”. It was never driven by status in any way however. If you were mad about cars and driving and you were introduced by an enthusiastic member, you were in. Thereafter, the delights (and damage!) of the track were yours to enjoy – as was the camaraderie and warm welcome afforded to all who turned up. Members were privy to the magic of an early morning blast to a track followed by coffee and a bacon buttie with like-minded pilots of all kinds of exotica – old, new, expensive or rare. Then - mounting anticipation - as the Clerk of the Course declared the track ‘OPEN’ and you were off – to sample the excitement of full throttle acceleration, a “dab of oppo” and the narcotic effect of adrenalin coursing around your being.