Tribute Automotive Owners Club.

Danny_HUFC · #1 13th January 2014, 09:58

After insuring my MX250 with Adrian Flux they have asked me for an Owners Club confirmation.

So I was wondering if it would be possible to set up a Tribute Automotive Owners Club?

Would anyone be interested or would anyone like the job of setting it up?

fatbloke · #2 13th January 2014, 10:28

The idea has crossed my mind a few times. The simplest way is via web site but that is completely beyond my capabilities. If any has the appropriate coding skills, or can use some of this wonderful front end software that's kicking about I'd be up for joining a club.

Danny_HUFC · #3 13th January 2014, 11:10

I dont mind tackling the website, I made a 1 for when I had my Del Boy van...

http://www.hiredelboysvan.com

Its not the best but it uses a 'word press' builder so easy enough to build.

The domain www.TributeAutomotiveOwnersClub.com is available to buy at £9.99. If a few think its a good idea (including tribute) I can go ahead and make a go on it?!

It should help Chris and Dan sell more kits aswell

WorldClassAccident · #4 13th January 2014, 11:51

I think it is a good idea.

It adds legitimacy to the cars and allows greater leverage when negotiating discounts.

I have set up the Southampton Bike Park which required a bank account, committee etc so have some experience. There need to be three main people ideally - Chairman/President, Treasurer, Sectretary. You can combine the secratary role with either of the others but the Chairman/President should not also be the treasurer.

Chairman - Responsible for organising the club, deciding what events should happen, negotiating member benefits etc. Getting money in. Proposing what to spend money on.

Treasurer - Keep track of all money and assets. Collecting the money and controlling the distribution. Preventing the Chairman buying themselves a luxury yacht etc.

Secretary - Recording what has been agreed. Breaking up fights between Chairman and Treasurer. General admin - news letters, renewal remionders etc

I am happy to take part but would rather not be the treasurer as I don't care enough about money to take proper care of it.

I have PM'd you with my contact details and first thoughts

Viatron · #5 13th January 2014, 14:48

Just a point guys, i have started a couple of clubs including the current Tiger Owners Club, for that we accepted donations for the running of the web site via paypal so no bank account required and i just did a word document that i could quickly fill in with an owners personal and vehicle details so i could produce a "proof of membership" documents should it be required by insurers etc, which it rarely was. No need to make it more difficult than it needs to be, did look at setting up a bank account but needed minutes, meetings, etc, etc, life's too short!

Mac

WorldClassAccident · #6 13th January 2014, 16:18

Cheers Mac - I may well PM you for advice. I like the idea of simple. It is how I have run the other things I have done.

WorldClassAccident · #7 16th January 2014, 16:57

What would people want from a club?

2-3 Tribute events a year in different parts of the country
1 near Tribute HQ
1 oop norf
Any one want another anywhere?

Calendar of other events people are planning on attending so we can meet up or avoid each other at other peoples events.

Register of cars and members - see the other thread and please add your detail

Short articles about people, their cars, interesting anecdotes etc sent n from the members.

Tribute branded tat, i mean merchandise such as pint glasses, key rings, bottle openers, tool rolls etc

Please suggest more. If it ever happens we might as well make it what you want it to be instead of just our best guesses

fatbloke · #8 16th January 2014, 18:46

If we are looking for an event up North on mid-summer's evening they have a classic car show in Beverley and there were 450 cars there last year. Might be an idea for those who aren't too far away or anyone who fancies a trip to see the delights of East Yorkshire.

TheLaughingCow · #9 16th January 2014, 19:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by WorldClassAccident

What would people want from a club?

2-3 Tribute events a year in different parts of the country
1 near Tribute HQ
1 oop norf
Any one want another anywhere?

Calendar of other events people are planning on attending so we can meet up or avoid each other at other peoples events.

Register of cars and members - see the other thread and please add your detail

Short articles about people, their cars, interesting anecdotes etc sent n from the members.

Tribute branded tat, i mean merchandise such as pint glasses, key rings, bottle openers, tool rolls etc

Please suggest more. If it ever happens we might as well make it what you want it to be instead of just our best guesses

How about my local pub as a possible destination?

My wife run's a T-shirt / Hoody printing bussiness, if anyone wants Tribute Owners Club Clothing merchandise.... That will get me back in her good books!

Tribute Automotive · #10 16th January 2014, 20:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danny_HUFC

After insuring my MX250 with Adrian Flux they have asked me for an Owners Club confirmation.

So I was wondering if it would be possible to set up a Tribute Automotive Owners Club?

Would anyone be interested or would anyone like the job of setting it up?

Hello everyone, sorry for late reply, have been a little busy this week.

I have no problem with anyone setting up an owners club, I just don't have the time to have much input myself, but I would need to approve some of the more important items that involve the Tribute name.

T Shirts, stickers, badges etc, all good ideas. Events, down South and Up North also good. I think the first BBQ was a great success for a first event with a relatively new product,

I am flattered that people think enough of our kits to want to set up this kind of thing

WorldClassAccident · #11 16th January 2014, 21:08

Chris - I am picking my car up on Saturday from you. I was planning on talking this through before anything happens. Just touting for ideas at the moment.

Danny_HUFC · #12 21st January 2014, 17:06

1st order of business for owners club.....

Membership numbers/cards for my insurance

WorldClassAccident · #13 21st January 2014, 17:18

You can PM or email me if you want to chat this through more as it was your idea but here goes.

Tribute Automotive Owners Club
Member : insert name here
AKA : Danny_hufc
Member since : Jan 2014
Member Status : Valid
membership No: J140002
Models owned and Status : MX250 - on the road

andysharrock · #14 25th May 2014, 12:54

hi all did the tribute owners club ever get off the ground,I have just ordered a mx250 and I have a host of questions.

WorldClassAccident · #15 25th May 2014, 13:23

Yes. You can pm me or probably best to just post up your questions here