DAY 1: Doug Edwards arrives at Craig's place from California in his Series II Hillman Husky
Jack and Lilly with 1959 Convertible
Budd Bennion arrives with his Series I 1960 Hillman Husky
Jan Eyerman and Nell fly out from New Jersey to join fellow Hillman owners Linden and Budd
First day particpants pose at Craig and Nancy's place before heading to Soutworth to visit Mark's Hillman collection.
Waiting for a ferry to cross Puget Sound
Ferry worker hasn't seen a Hillman on board for years - now four at once! She had to take a photo to show others.
Nell, Jan and Doug enjoy the cruise to Southworth.
Near Southworth heading to Mark Hughes'
What a find - with our four that makes 12 Hillmans in one place! Unfortunately most don't run.
Only a true Hillman enthusiast could love this sight!
Hillman owner Mark Hughes tells us about the 8 HIllman projects on his place with 2 more on the way.
Passing bus driver couldn't believe his eyes - and thought the dang things were replicating themselves on the spot.
Mark's son Josh is proud to be a Hillman owner.
Doug Edward's Series II Husky
Mark and Dawn host a Bar-B-Que for Hillman fans.
Waiting for our return ferry trip to Seattle
Stepping right out of the Hillman advertising literature of the period, Alan and Mary Lou Miles enjoy quality time with new familly addition Abbey.
Abbey Miles is all smiles
Budd Bennion's 1960 Husky looks great with this backdrop.
The Miles enjoy the sun deck on ride home with Budd Bennion
Great photo opp on drive home past Alki Point in West Seattle - note the Space Needle in the skyline
This could make a good photo for a Rootes Group Calendar.
Owners pose with their Hillmans as Linden takes the photo for us.
DAY 2: Craig and Nancy Burlingame's 1955 Mk VIII (The Mighty Minx) anchors the new Hillman Class at the All British Field Meet in Bellevue, Washington July 26, 2008
Craig made up display to inform people about Hillmans with Mighty Minx in the background. Jan Eyerman talks with Rootes enthusiast Don Anderson.
Morris Minors made a good showing - 7 strong!
Most elebgant British car at the show - 1949 Riley
Smallest and oldest 4=seater British car at the ABFM - 1930 Austin Seven
Mighty Minx finishes first in NEW Hillman division, followed by Budd's 1960 Husky and in third, Alan Miles' 1962 Series Minx.
Nancy in the Mighty Minx preparing for the evening drive after the ABFM
Ariel Atom drivers Rob and Mark want to join the Hillmans on the drive to the Drive-In - now that's a sight to see!
Austin A40 Devon joins in drive as honorary Hillman for the day. The Manning's own a Hillman Husky back home in California.
This has to be a first - A 1955 Hillman leads the parade while a pair of Ariel Atoms take up the tail!
Motoring through the countryside toward Issaquah
Hillmans arrive at Triple XXX Rootbeer Drive-in and show their stuff.
Nancy Burlingame enjoys throwback night at the '50s drive-in.
Hillman expert Jan Eyerman helps Alan Miles troubleshoot Easidrive transmission trouble in 1962 Minx.
Craig adds sister Cindy and brother Michael along with wife Nancy to make it a family outing in the Mighty Minx at the Triple X Root Beer Drive-In
DAY 3: Craig's Mighty Minx leads the charge to Snohomish, Washington on July 27. Top is up due to rainy weather under Puget Sound convergence zone.
The first of six Hillmans line up for display at Machias Park near Snohomish, Washington
A right-hand drive Sunbeam Rapier fresh from England represents other Rootes Group 4-seat vehicles in the display.
Rapier owner, John discusses upgrades with Jan Eyerman.
Rare Phase 1 from 1946 arrives from Vancouver, BC. and is an immediate crowd favorite.
The addition of Jim and Eugene's Phase 1 Hillman Minx round out the display along the Centennial Trail - an old rail line converted to recreation.
Six Hillmans line up for display at Machias Park site - Two early Mark cars, 3 Husky wagons, a Series Minx sedan and a Sunbeam Rapier.
Lots of passers by on the Centennial Trail - some get acquainted with Hillman for the first time.
Jan and Jim show us their cars on T-shirts - it's the next best thing afterall.
Phase 1 owner Jim Cave receives trophy from Jan for Best in Show.
Abbey is jealous if cats get to drive Hillmans
Hillman Husky owner, Byron Brill shows off proud trophy he bags while shopping in Snohomish.
We finish up the day and the 2008 Gathering by stopping by Black Cat Antiques in downtown Snohomish - owner is big Rootes car fan - his family had a Mk V Minx.
Minature cars a favorite at Black Cat.
So French!
Hillman memorabilia at the Black Cat Antique store with price tag more than most Hillmans can be had for.
