We are excited to share with you all that we have now confirmed the date for the first GBS Cars & Coffee event of 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Pipercross Air Filters and will be taking place on Saturday 7th March at GBS from 10am-2pm. We are also pleased that Howden Insurance will be joining us on the day, and will be available to provide quotes and answer all your questions regarding your car insurance cover.
The GBS Cars & Coffee event at GBS was created in 2016 and has since been a massive success & we have continued to hold the event again for several years. Our Cars & Coffee ( & Cake) events often sees our car park overflowing with many different sports cars, the event is also becoming renowned for its home made cakes!
Its an event that we have created that gives the chance for you all to have a ride out in your sports cars / meeting point and enjoy a coffee (plus biscuits/ cake of course) and chat about your cars, all are welcome to join us in any car (modern or classic including bikes).
Help us make Saturday 7th March the best GBS Cars & Coffee event yet & raise more money for three great charities…. We will be collecting for the Notts & Lincs Air Ambulance, Nottingham Blood Bikes & Cancer Research.
The Kit Spares shop and showroom ( www.kitspares.co.uk ) will be open on the day. Please feel free to call us or email and pre order your items ready to collect on the day to avoid any delays as it can often be busy.
All the GBS team look forward to seeing you and welcoming you to GBS on Saturday 7th March.
About Pipercross Air Filters-
For 40 years, Pipercross have been at the forefront of British engineering, producing high-performance air filters that are trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike. Our heritage is rich in tradition of innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Since our founding in 1983, Pipercross have been dedicated to crafting air filters that go beyond ordinary - our products are engineered to deliver optimal airflow and filtration, enhancing your vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity.
We take pride in being a British manufacturer; designing, testing and producing every filter on UK soil, ensuring uncompromised quality and adherence to rigorous industry standards. Read more here.
About Howden Insurance-
Formally known as A-Plan Insurance since announcing its name change in October 2023 has been providing a personalised service to over 600,000 clients since the 1960s. We have over 100 high street branches however, Thatcham branch is the specialist vehicle centre. It opened in 1994, focusing on private car, commercial vehicle and home insurance and offering an independent professional service with a dedicated in-house claims management team.
With a total of over 100 years of insurance experience in our Thatcham branch, the team are on hand to offer a professionally qualified personal service when you need it. Due to our enthusiasm for specialist vehicles, we have developed an experienced team dedicated to classic, kit, high performance and modified cars, as well as imported vehicles… and let’s not forget our track day cover!
We are proud to be associated with many car clubs and associated businesses within this specialist arena and we offer discounts and access to bespoke policies for car club members. So, if you own a specialist vehicle, or are thinking of buying one give us a try. To find out how competitive our prices are give us a call on 01635 874646 and we'll be delighted to discuss your needs.
Great prices, great cover, great people - we're confident you'll agree! Read more.