Birmingham raced in the top division until the August of the 1957 Speedway National League season, when they withdrew and were replaced by the Bradford Tudors.
The promoter Leslie Marshall quoted financial issues and decreasing attendances and the ban of two riders Ron Mountford and Eric Boothroyd for riding in South Africa.
The team lost Herne to Newport in 1975 but Birmingham still managed to successfully defend their title with Alan Grahame improving his average significantly.
Despite Nielsen topping the 1983 league averages, he lacked support with the exception of Alan Grahame and Birmingham's last season at the old perry Barr Stadium ended with a 9th place finish.
Although Pedersen's time at Birmingham was an unhappy one the team made a big improvement on their first season in the Elite League, finishing in 3rd place and achieving a spot in the play-offs.
[11] However, despite being led by Jason Doyle and Chris Harris, they found themselves outclassed in the final, losing out on aggregate 104-79 to the Poole Pirates, who were inspired by Greg Hancock.
The off season was a difficult time for the club, with captain Danny King handing in a transfer request, although he was later convinced to stay.
Under the stewardship of Mole and Drury, the Brummies would crown a superb season back on track by winning the National League title.
On 7 December 2021, an announcement was made that Nigel Tolley would purchase the club from outgoing owners David and Peter Mason, which ensured the Brummies would continue racing in 2022.
Nigel Tolley revealed the decision was made as Perry Barr would only be available for Monday night racing making the Premiership the only option.