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Collect Your Healey Parts at Rawles Open Day

Posted: Tuesday, 30 September 2025 @ 10:41
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Pick up Healey parts, skip couriers, and catch us in person

Every Healey owner knows there are times when it is simply easier to pick something up in person. A box of gaskets or a set of trim usually sails through delivery without issue, but if you are planning heavier jobs or buying bulkier parts, collecting them yourself can be the calmer option. On Saturday 11 October 2025, we will be at the Rawles Motorsport Open Day in Upper Froyle, Hampshire, and if you are heading that way too, you can pre-order your Healey parts and collect them directly from us at the event.

It is a simple arrangement. You place your order in advance, tell us you want to pick it up at Rawles, and we will have it boxed, labelled, and waiting for you. No shipping charges. No re-delivery slips. No wondering which hedge your parcel has been left behind. Just you, your Healey, and the parts you actually need, ready for the winter jobs you have lined up.

Classic car enthusiasts gathered around the A H Spares van at a Healey event

Why collecting your order makes sense

  • Save money on delivery: No postage or courier fees.
  • Safe handover: Larger or delicate parts will be packed for personal collection.
  • Straightforward timing: Get everything in one go, ready for winter servicing.
  • Speak to us in person: Ask about fitment or workshop tips while you are there.

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The Rawles Motorsport Open Day: a fixture on the Healey calendar

If you have never been before, the Rawles Motorsport Open Day is not a casual car park meet. It is a carefully planned annual event hosted at their Hampshire base, with workshops open for inspection, cars on display, and a steady stream of Healey owners making the trip from across the country. It runs from 10am until 2pm, which means four hours of cars, conversation, and cups of tea.

Row of Austin Healey sports cars parked at a classic car open day event

These events are always well attended because they strike the right balance between social and practical. You can see the engineering up close, speak directly to the Rawles team, and pick up parts or advice from attending specialists like ourselves. It is a rare chance to have so many Healey-focused people and businesses under one roof, and if you time it right, you can leave with both a boot full of parts and a head full of new ideas for your next project.

Smiling man in A H Spares shirt handing a box of Austin Healey parts to a customer

How to arrange your collection

The process is straightforward.

  1. Order online as usual.
  2. At checkout, type “Collect at Rawles Open Day (11 Oct 2025)” in the order notes.
  3. Place the order a few working days in advance to give us time to prepare.
  4. Bring your order confirmation with you on the day.

Prefer to speak to one of our sales team? No problem. Call us, place your order by phone, and let us know you want it set aside for Rawles. We will confirm everything with you before the event.

If you decide to buy something heavy or awkward, such as brake drums or exhaust sections, this collection option saves a lot of hassle. It also means you can avoid the uncertainty of timing deliveries and simply walk away from Rawles with your parts in hand, ready to go straight into the garage when you get home.

Cardboard boxes of Austin Healey parts loaded neatly into the boot of a 1960s estate car

Which parts work best for collection

There are no restrictions, but certain types of items make more sense to collect in person:

  • Heavy items: Brake drums, clutches, or boxes of hardware.
  • Bulky or fragile parts: Windscreens, trim sets, or panels.
  • Multiple small items: Easier to carry home together rather than in several deliveries.
  • Upcoming service parts: If you have winter maintenance in mind, this is a great time to grab everything you need.

What you gain by talking to us on the day

When you collect your order at Rawles, you also get the benefit of face-to-face conversation. Many owners find that asking a quick question at an event saves hours of head scratching later in the garage. Whether it is a query about torque settings, fitting a seal correctly, or double-checking compatibility with your model year, we are happy to talk through the details.

That is the kind of knowledge that does not always fit neatly into an online product description, and it is one of the reasons why these events are so valuable.

Line of Austin Healey and other classic sports cars displayed at a countryside meet

What happens if your plans change

Life sometimes gets in the way of Healey days out. If you pre-order for collection and then discover you cannot make it, just let us know. We can either ship your order to you the usual way or hold it here at A H Spares until you are ready to collect in person. Nothing is lost except the chance to come and have a chat with us in our own showroom!

Man working under a red Austin Healey in a cosy garage while a woman brings tea

Extended advice for planning winter projects

Most Healey owners treat winter as the ideal time to get serious work done. With the car tucked away and the roads salted, the months ahead are perfect for tackling heavier jobs like brake upgrades, suspension rebuilds, or preventative maintenance that keeps your Healey in fine shape for spring.

Collecting your parts at Rawles sets you up to get ahead of the season. Whether it is a box of service items or a major kit, having everything ready before the cold weather closes in saves you from delays later.

If you are still deciding where to focus your efforts this winter, our 7 Winter Maintenance Tips blog covers the practical checks that keep a Healey healthy in the colder months. It is a useful guide to make sure nothing gets overlooked.

For those planning something a little more ambitious, the workshop season is the perfect opportunity to consider a rear disc brake conversion. We recently published a full breakdown of the kit and its advantages in our Autumn blog, which might be the nudge you need to commit to a safer, more confidence-inspiring setup.

Pairing these resources with the Rawles Open Day collection service means you can leave the event not only with the parts you need but also with a plan for how to put them to best use over the winter months.

See you at Rawles

The Rawles Motorsport Open Day is always worth the trip, whether you are there to wander through the workshops, talk cars with fellow owners, or simply collect the parts you have been meaning to order. We will be on hand with your pre-packed boxes and plenty of time to answer questions, share a few tips, and catch up.

So place your order, tell us it is for Rawles, and come along on Saturday 11 October 2025. We look forward to seeing you there.

FAQ

How do I tell you my order is for collection? Add the note *“Collect at Rawles Open Day (11 Oct 2025)”* when checking out. If ordering by phone, just ask us to mark it down.
When should I order by? Place your order a few working days in advance. This gives us time to pack everything properly and confirm with you.
What if I cannot make it? Tell us as soon as you know. We can ship your order instead or hold it until you are ready to collect.
Can someone else collect for me? Yes. As long as they have your name and order number, we can hand it over.
Will you bring extra stock? Yes, we will carry a selection of service items, but specific parts should always be pre-ordered.
What if I want a large or delicate part? Pre-ordering is the only way we can guarantee it will be packed and ready for you safely.

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