Hi my name is Liane,
I am a 40's something journalist and masters student, working on a research project about the Austin 7 motor car and the projects, such as the classic loan car scheme that are trying to encourage younger people to engage with the community and own classic cars such as the Austin 7.
About a year ago, my partner bought an 1938 Austin Ruby (called Burt) and the fascination of the car, the wider community and the preservation of heritage and culture fascinates me!
The purpose of the research project and eventual radio programme is to engage with the current community and guardians surrounding the Austin 7 motor car, along with targeted younger generations that will be invited to engage with the project and become involved in understanding the community, the cars and the investment that is needed to maintain the cars existence in society as a historical and cultural product.
I was looking to reach out to the community to ask if you would be willing to share your thoughts on how we encourage younger people to take up ownership of a classic car. Please feel free to make a comment this forum (all contributions will be considered as you agreeing to be part of the study). If you wish to be more involved and would like to be interviewed as part of the radio programme, contact me at lianekateG@gmail.com or on 07980556398.
Many thanks
Liane