Invitation to the Melbourne Motor Show

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INVITATION TO THE MELBOURNE MOTOR SHOW

From Nathan, David, Honda and Tina

David Prince recently sent through some amazing emails which highlights some of the behind-the-scenes work he does to make things happen….. (and I am sure that these few emails are just part of the story!!) 

David was contacted by the Honda Marketing Team to find an iconic Prelude for the Motor Show and Nathan (Club Member) has just what was needed…. A white Prelude in pristine condition.  So, you will see from the following emails that it was a huge success for all concerned.

Email from Honda Marketing to Nathan:

Sorry for a delay in reaching out post the Motor Show, between that and another launch for CRV the following week it’s been a bit hectic to say the least! Ange, Crystelle and I wanted to pass on a huge heartfelt thank you to you for allowing us to use your beautiful car at both the Motor Show and for the Carsales photoshoot.  She was an absolute hit at the Motor Show and people were crowding in their droves across the three days. We were constantly hearing people say ‘you know, I used to have one of those’ so many times we lost count. The car was a showstopper, and it was such a fantastic way for us to remind people why the Prelude is such an icon. Thank you also for taking the time out of your no doubt busy life to get the car to us, and for trusting us with such a prized possession.

We are pulling together a little thank you pack as we have managed to track down a couple of blank keys for you from the US

Thank you also to you David Prince for connecting us with Nathan. You are always so generous with your time, and seemingly nothing is ever too much trouble! Thank you, we appreciate you.

 

Email from Nathan to Honda:

It was my pleasure loaning you the car.  No point having something that has become so rare if it can’t be used to evoke memories in others.  I, too, have lost count how many people told me they had one and regretted selling it.  And all the attention has certainly justified me restoring the car to its original glory.  Thank you for immortalising it on stickers and cards.

 

That’s incredibly kind of you to chase up the key blanks, that is amazing.  

 

You have all been so welcoming and accommodating.  AND filling it up with petrol would have wrecked this year’s budget. Thank you again.

Please feel free to reach out if you need it again.  And I can only reiterate your comments about Prince David.   A true Honda legend. (Oops! There actually was one. Anyway, you know what I mean.)

Second Email from Honda Marketing to Nathan:

Nathan I completely forgot to send you imagery and press! Have a look at what we captured in still photography (sadly it was so hard to capture during the show when we had the professionals there so the clear shots we have are taken from our phones).

 Also in the link are two live TV crosses that were done featuring your gorgeous girl - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/oeyw3v27ffwknx29c1k8z/ALjr7VDVqaL61gk6Ft5_4ec?rlkey=3dvk046v7ny9otci37md0sxxw&st=htdidr7v&dl=0.

 One last one

–  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsfqeVE15Fs that launched today if you’d like to see it…

Email from David to Honda and Nathan:

So glad that this all worked out so well for all concerned!  Very happy to be the conduit, and thank you for the kind words. I think Nathan’s Prelude’s presence at the motor show has certainly underlined the importance ( and the advantage!) of the history of the brand, and we are very happy to be able to assist. 

Such a great and wonderful story I just had to include it in this Newsletter issue; and you might like to look at the links enclosed (above) of the pictures of the Preludes and the newest Prelude advert. 

Thanks to Honda, Nathan and David for making this happen.