Bristol Auto Moto Festival 2010

Has anyone or is anyone organising a visit to this in 2010?

The date is Saturday 24th April 2010.

If no-one's bothering to organise then I'll make my own arrangements but thought I'd check first.

I had no plans to organise this Craig and I've not heard anyone else mention it either yet.

Might be a few people who want to go with you though?

I think Joe is organising something for this.

Good stuff.

I've just had an email from Paul saying that application details will be published in 2 weeks time.

I attended this last year. For anyone considering it, the day out was brilliant. All the cars which you would expect, plus lots of small cafes and shops to look around for the other half.

Don't think I wil make it this year as I want to get the car re-sprayed before I do anymore shows this year.

Got to agree. Last year was my 2nd year and despite the fact that I wasn't too well at all, it was still an excellent day (public thank you to Mr & Mrs Taffy for offering to polish my car ).

If you're into Italian cars per se then you'll see stuff here that you probably won't see at other Shows all year.

I'll give Joe a call on Monday and find out what's happening.

The 'BIAMF' website will be giving details on how to enter in the next few weeks-I get e.mails from the organiser. Last year my coupe was written off the week before the event (seriosly gutted) but definately taking my new 20vt plus this year. Word of warning - don't leave it too late because the spaces get filled really quickly.

Sorry MABR - just realised you just said that - lol.

I'm in when we get organised for it

No worries matey.

Fantastic day out - bring the missus/family even they'll enjoy it! Plus they can always bugger off shopping if they get bored.

I'll be there again, might even bring the Coop this year!

Entries are now being accepted for this years event. Entry details are on www.biamf.co.uk
As I said previously, you've got to be quick because the spaces get filled real fast.
We can confirm entries as accepted on this thread.

I've just emailed my details as instructed on site. Hopefully, hey will put all coupes together?

Yea they will be. I remember the first one I went to in 2005 - I was the only coupe there. It would be good if we can try and match the amount of alfa GTV's that are shown this year.

As the acting rep for the SW I've been speaking with Paul about having a club stand, once more details have been confirmed I'll update this thread

Please email:

biamf@ourhemanpal.co.uk

if you've plans to bring your coupé along on the day.

I've emailed my entry in.

As said before Joe, if you need any help organising or getting things to the show I'll be happy to help.

Cheers
James

Thanks James, you're a true gent

I'm interested in going to this and entering my car. Can someone tell me:

If I Exhibit, will I be free to leave whenever I want? the wife and kids want to come along too, but they are not going to want to be there all day. (And to be honest the longer they spend in the shops the more it's going to cost me )

How much is the entry?

Will all the coupes be able to park together? Is someone from the club going to co-ordinate this?

Many Thanks

Mr_tickle we try and meet in the morning just outside Bristol so that we can all arrive and park together, late stragglers get placed by the organisers where they can so the earlier you can be there the better really.

As for exhibiting, it costs £5.00 per car this year and you won't be able to leave until afternoon I'm afraid. Last year we started leaving around 4pm so it's quite a long day but we have to be there early to set up before the public arrives.

I'm coordinating for the club this year so if you have any further questions please feel free to ask or check out the web link

http://www.biamf.co.uk/

As discussed with you earlier today Joe; my details have been emailed over and I've confirmed that I'll be part of the FCCUK contingient.

Although you can't leave until they open the gates you aren't tied to stay by your car all day. When we've gone down before we usually go for a leisurely lunch at a near by Italian restaurant (If i remember rightly Marco's), do a bit of shopping and have a bit of a mooch around. By then it's knocking on going home time. If the weather is good it should fly by, if not... well you'd best hide your wifes purse!

I'd say it's probably the best car show going for taking the family to.

I have now made my entry.

I stated that we would all arrive together and would like to be placed together.

Has anyone had a confirmation of their entry yet?

Joe - you bringing the Vinci? (and lots of tools )

I have e-mailed BIAMF my entry, looks like a very nice day out!

my entrys in and well looking forward to it!!!

If the Vincy is finished I might bring her along, no tools though, just my car polishing kit and camera

Just to confirm that my coupé has been accepted and £5 entry fee sent.

They intimated that applications would be limited this year but it looks like they still like coupé's!

Yep, I'm paid up and ready to roll

At present there is only 10 spaces available for Fiat Coupés, Paul has said that he'd still like people to register they interest and he'll try his best to fit us all in together.

Right lets get a list of entries going:

Myself
MABR
Patch

I'm paid up and entered.

Blimey - I'll have to make sure she's looking her best!

Thanks for adding me to the list Joe.

Myself
MABR
Patch
Coupe_integrale

I'm paid up and will be coming along

Myself
MABR
patch
coupe_integrale
Steveh2608

Paid.

Hey weedy, how do you get your car under an Aeroplane?

Ignoring the weedy bit.....I assume you mean me as I have a horticultural pedigree and my car is under a plane.

To answer your question













I drove it under

I'm paid up and entered!

By the way, as FCCUK spaces are limited I'll happily concede my space to a better or more interesting example if we have more than 10 people that want to diplay on the day!

Countrycruising
MABR
Patch
Coupe_integrale
Steveh2608
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc

i have entered and paid for my spot

I would do but thats the same day as Castle Combe and I have track time booked..

Sounds good, I've entered too.

Countrycruising
MABR
Patch
Coupe_integrale
Steveh2608
Mr Tickle cool
Mikeyc
Samsite999

Just had a thought if we're limited to 10 cars, is it worth putting up individual car colours so we get a good range?


Countrycruising
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch
Coupe_integrale
Steveh2608
Mr Tickle cool
Mikeyc
Samsite999
AP1

@ Sam - you might struggle with this bit.

Countrycruising
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc
Samsite999
AP1

Countrycruising
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc
Samsite999
AP1

Countrycruising (vincy...possibly some porto in there as well )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1

My entries been accepted also.
Updated list of entries;

Countrycruising
MABR
Patch
Richy

Countrycruising (vincy...possibly some porto in there as well )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue

Countrycruising (vincy...possibly some porto in there as well )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino

Countrycruising (vincy...possibly some porto in there as well )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino

Fully paid up now for the Bristol show, I'm looking forward to meeting some of the people from the club-my membership payment's been sent too.

I was speaking with Paul today about the limited number allowed for the Coupes and he says there's a very good chance he'll allow more but he won't know until 2-3 week in February.

Seeing that we already have 10 confirmed places booked already if you're interested in coming along lets start a reserve/extra list. I was going to bring two cars again this year but changed my mind as I didn't want to be seen as hogging extra space

So to date the confirmed and paid list is:

Countrycruising (Could be a Vincy, or a Porto or Sprint or Verde Chamonit Green )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino

Reserve/extra list:

Countrycruising

I'm not sure if I'm going be working or not until I see my rota.

Don't worry about it Paul, get your name down anyway as you can always take it off if you're not able to go

Where's Adam and Trevor, you coming down this year guys

I think were giving this one a miss this year

As this is on my doorstep and I went coopless last year, I'm in for this Now I've no excuse not to give the old girl a well overdue polish!

Countrycruising (Could be a Vincy, or a Porto or Sprint or Verde Chamonit Green )
MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino

Reserve/extra list:

Countrycruising
Hovedan - Portofino

Hi, I've had my attendance confirmed, can't wait to go again....

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino
davejones81 - Black LE

Dave

I want to go.....looks like my south wales meet is a non starter.
Do I just turn up ?
Paul

Not if you want to show your car. You have to register, pay a fiver and then you'll get a ticket etc through the post as access to corn st etc will be marshalled....

well worth it though!

register where buddy ?
Paul

Have you read all of this thread from the start Paul?

Check out their web page and follow the instructions

Read the first page of this thread mate.

I sent the form off.....have to wait and see now.
Be nice to bump into you guys
Paul

Just had a confirmatiom email and all payed up.
see you all there
paul

Hi guys,
You may have already guessed it but I am a marshall at the meet.
I am not a fair guy so I will be throwing anyone out I don't like ....and anyone with a green coupe or brown shoes for that matter (hate them).
Hope to see you all there guys.....well,people without green coupe's that is.....lmao
Paul
Joking BTW.....hope to see you all there for a chin wag.

If you are talking about the BIAMF event on 24th April, then I was going to suggest that the South wales entrants meet up and travel down in convoy (sorry - across) to Bristol.

But as I will be wearing my favourite brown shoes, I'll see you there instead.

Well.....I could let the brown shoes go,this once.
As long as you don't wear a cardi or drive a green coupe,Should be ok

What time is everyone meeting and could do with a meeting place,say one of the services ?
Paul

I think this dialogue should be taking place on the BIAMF link? Clicky

This has now been merged, thanks

As this is now less than 2 weeks away, I thought I would try and arrange a meeting place for those travelling east and over the bridge.

I suggest that we meet at either Macdonalds on the Coldra (Newport M4) or Magor services?

I believe that the entire group needs to meet just outside Bristol in order to park together, and maybe JOE can advise us on where and when?

@Spit - If SAM turns up wearing brown 19+++shoes, then you better look out!

I will mate

If most are doing M4 then M32 then there isn't really anywhere to meet before you get into the city centre. Could do M4 then M5 South and meet at Gordano Services. Its a bit of a detour but easy drive from there into Bristol.

Anyone not in Wales will want to keep away from the bridge (TOLL!!!). Gordano Services seems like the most convenient and it's on an exit so north or southbound on M5 it's a great spot. I'm up for this. I'll PM Joe and see what he thinks.

Sorry for the silence, I've only had time to lurk recently.

For all the guys travelling down the M5 the best route is along the M4 and M32 as it brings you straight into Bristol and you don't need to do the extra mileage along the M5 but if we are going to attempt a meet a good point would be the Texaco garage on the A38 after coming off junction 16 of the M5.

Pace Patchway, Patchway, South Gloucestershire BS34

clicky click

From here it's straight down the A38 into the old town and we should be on Corn street again.

What do people think?

Joe it looks like a good plan to me.

What time would we need to meet here?

@ the welsh contingent - anyone want to meet up somewhere on the M4 first and then on to JOEs meeting place? Spit,DaveJones,Samsonite,Sparkysox?

Fine with me - but I'll be following Joe anyway

Joe, that petrol station is on the northbound side of the dual carriageway and would require going back on yourself twice to get going in the right direction. Might I suggest that you meet at the pub on the southbound side a little further back up the road? Pub car park
Just a suggestion as I'm not even taking the coupe down there, but thought it might help...

James

Yes,whatever really....just let me know what is eventually decided.
Paul

I've asked Paul from BIAMF to confirm what time he wants us all there but from memory it should be around 7am so it looks to be an early meet at the garage. As soon as I've had a reply I'll update the thread.

Sam are you joining Phil and myself on the M5 somewhere, junction 7 would be good if you're going that route?

Fingers crossed that the car will be ready for this, if so will you be going down the M50 or jumping straight on the M5 Joe? I'll be up for meeting somewhere along the way.

Pending Sam's route I'm sure Phil and I could meet you at junction 2 of the M50.

Ok I've been chatting with Paul today and he's asked me if there's anyone who'd like to marshal?

If so you need to be in Bristol for 6.45am for a marshals briefing, your entry fee will be refunded and you'll also receive a free gift

Marshall's will be expected to be there to also see cars off so be aware it'll be a long day.

As for a time for the group to arrive and be parked, Paul says 7.00-7.30am so we can get a good spot, if we arrive later we'll be parked down a side street so it's important to take advantage of the placing.

I propose us meeting at the garage at around 6.30am, from there it's only 10 mins to Bristol.

What's peoples opinions?

6:30 - sounds good

06:30 !!! I hope that garage sells strong coffee

OK 06:30 it is then.

If anyone From wales wants to meet up first en route to this garage I propose Macdonalds on the Coldra Newport at 06:10 prompt. (mmm more coffee)

I'll be popping down in the morning albeit not with my Coupe on display.

I'll be at the the garage for 6.30!! At least there's no traffic that time of the morning!

That's exactly why I love early morning runs to coupe meets.

Doesn't matter which model I'm cruising down the motorway in, it's the empty motorway except the general lane hoppers, dawn sky and the road.

If the weather stays fine it'll no doubt be another great meeting like last year

If anyone hasn't received their Entry pack by Thursday can you please email Paul and let him know you've been missed off the list, his email is:

OurHeManPal@aol.com

Thanks James, appreciate the info on the road layout



Ok we'll meet at the Travelers Rest pub, Patchways, South bound on the A38.

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Portofino
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS.

Could people please update this list once they've received their info pack from Paul.

Cheers

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (3 shades for added variety!)
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus (not portofino)
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS.

After the meet today with Paul we may have places for about 12 coupes.
We will be parked on the same street as the Lancia's so there will be a lot more of them guys....lol.
Get there by 7 am or a tad earlier......I will be there at 0630 to get all you lot sorted
Paul

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus (not portofino)
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS.

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus (not portofino)
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS

I'm coming to Bristol on Friday and staying over, I'll meet up around 7. I don't fancy a 5am departure from Dorset!

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Steveh2608 - Steel Grey Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS

MABR - Sprint Blue
Patch - Ink Black
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

MABR - Sprint Blue (PACK ARRIVED)
Patch - Ink Black
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

MABR - Sprint Blue (PACK ARRIVED)
Patch - Ink Black (HAVE PACK)
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

MABR - Sprint Blue (PACK ARRIVED)
Patch - Ink Black (HAVE PACK)
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey (Pack received)
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE.
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

I'll be at the Traveller's Rest car park for 6.30 am then!!

MABR - Sprint Blue (PACK ARRIVED)
Patch - Ink Black (HAVE PACK)
(GOT MY PACK) Coupe_integrale - Ink Black
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey (Pack received)
Samsite999 (Two tone "mofo" )
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
davejones81 - Black LE
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

Sorry guys, I can't go. Something major has cropped up. Gutted.

Does anyone want my ticket gratis?

Sorry to hear this Dave, would of been good to of had an LE there

Sam might be after a ticket as he's left contacting Paul till the last moment and I'm not sure there's space for him.

I'll let him know if he doesn't read this.

Thanks Joe, do let him know. I can send it first class tomorrow or failing that my friend (as of this moment at least) is still going so can take the ticket to be collected at the venue.

I'd need to let the organisers know of the car change, or is it maybe better to let them know to withdraw my entry and to re-do one for Sam?

bit last minute I know but don't want it to go to waste....

hope to do Brooklands the following week

Thanks Joe and Dave, I'm not going to be able to make this one, I have two much going on with work over the next few days, I'm back up north on Friday and I just know i'm not going to get done what needs to be done
I suspect Monday will be a early start for me

Dave, thanks for the kind offer, and thanks for looking out for me Joe

Stupid work, missed far to many meets this year because of it

Ok no worries Sam, thanks for updating the thread and make sure you keep Brooklands weekend free or they'll be trouble

Lets see who else might like to come only who's missed their chance, if no one takes this place I'd like to reserve it for a member called Chalky but he's not 100% he can attend yet.

Hi Joe, If no-one else can make it then I'll be able to take the spare place at short notice if necessary

James

Unfortunately it's looking unlikely I'll have the Coupe ready in time, real shame and a big thanks to Joe for going out of his way trying to sort it out in time!

All depends on if the local garage has time to squeeze in a last bit of work & MOT.

Either way, I'll be there but might have to borrow a car off the old man. If you see this come say hello...

Looks like this maybe filled now James, Rob from Carlisle has just rung to ask if there's room and Chalky has also sent me a pm confirming as Sam isn't able to join us.

Never mind James, we had a good go maybe next year will be 3rd year lucky ah

See you there, brown sauce on my Bacon butty please

MABR - Sprint Blue (PACK ARRIVED)
Patch - Ink Black (HAVE PACK)
Coupe_integrale - Ink Black (pack received) No coupe
Knight7660 - Sprint blue VIS
Mr Tickle I HAVE MY PACK
Mikeyc - Steel Grey (Pack received)
Chalky- Porto blue (late entry)
AP1- Sprint Blue (got my pack)
Richy - Sprint Blue Plus ( GOT MY PACK )
Rob _ red (late entry)
CC- either a Blitz blue 16vt or Mrs CC's Wine red VIS (Pack received)

That's fine Joe, I'll be down there in the morning for a look around anyway so I'll probably see you guys there.

James

So what happens with the ticket i have? any ideas?
Sorry, been mega busy in work today, think sending by post is out of the question!

I spoke to Paul about new tickets being issued and he said not to worry, the reg numbers were all he was after so I think we're all sorted now Dave

Joe,you have a pm regarding Rob40`s details

Dave

Ok, thanks Joe, glad the space was filled.

Have a good day all!

Dave

Just spoken to Paul from BIAMF, he's happy for me to take the Alfa down but it sounds like I'll be still parked with the FIATs. No bullying please for being the odd one out!

See what happens in the morning I guess!

im coming to the show for the first time in my coupe, only as a visitor sadly where is everybody parking who is not in the line up, just visiting i understand the streets are closed off, had a look on google earth but cant find where visitors will park..! cleaned and polished my steel grey coupe!

would recomend just finding a multi-story somewhere close to the centre. There are plenty as it bang in the middle of the shopping area. We did that one year, was still a great day out!

Hi mate, there's no 'visitors parking' unfortunately as the city centre is far too small. Your best bet is to try and find a space in an NCP such as the ones on Queen Charlotte Street (closest), Rupert Street, Wapping Road (behind the industrial museum), Trenchard Street or others.

James

i have just spent the last 2 hours cleaning and polishing my coupe

See you all tomorrow.
Looking forward to it.
Paul

Yep see you guys in the morning

Have a good day you lot. Wish I could have been there.

To those at this meet that I had not yet met, nice to meet you, & to those that I had, nice to see you again!

Sorry for breaking convoy at the services on the way back - I figured it was probably a toilet stop & being so close to home I decided to hold on until I got back!

Nice pics Paul, here are a few I took:



Coupes in line

Mmmm, Fiat Coupe Club UK Beauty Clinic!!

MEAN Fiat 500! no.1

MEAN Fiat 500! no. 2

Bits of some gtvs...

We knew that Mike

I'll second that, was a great day, new friends made, names put to faces, talked about Italian cars (mainly coops though) all day and the sun shone. Top day and nice to have our very own marshall (cheers Paul - Spit).

We even had a BMW 330 joining our convoy on the way down, though he was simply obsessed with hearing our sweet exhaust notes

Highlight - meeting and getting to know people and their great personalities and a few short sprints through the empty streets of Bristol early morning! The sound of all the coops was amazing. Oh! and talking to people about my car - always a favourite that one

My contribution


Look at the paint on this!

An excellent day. It was good to meet the faces behind the user names and see the much discussed cars.

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Near miss of the day: Patch's bonnet trying to decapitate him

Best paint finish of the show: the Purple De Tomaso Pantera

Apologies to: the owner of the silver 20vt next to mine, I really wasn't worried by the oil mist from the "start your engines"

Best sounding 20vt,: the red 2.4

Thanks to Joe for organisation and Spit for excellent marshalling.

gutted I missed this
I sat at home tapping out power point presentations and drawing up revit models, oh the joy

Highlight of my day was meeting and getting to know you guys.....does not get mucher.The cars were ok too
Great day guys and gals and can't wait for the next meet.
I thought the coupes looked very special as you can see from all the pics.
The orange Lambo Diablo came a close second mind
Paul

Don't worry AP1, I didn't think you were having go! I hope your paintwork came out unscathed...

Oh & 'popped' your images for you - looking great under that bonnet!

Well we got back late yesterday afternoon after an excellent weekend. Once again a fantastic turnout of 4 and 2 wheeled Italian Auto Exotica and some really nice classics (search has now started for a Fiat / Pininfarina 124!

Thanks to Joe for the organisation of the Club Stand and Spit for the excellent marshalling - no-one was getting near our cars without him knowing about it!

We kept popping back to the stand but kept missing people so apologies to those we didn't see.

Finally, a big thanks to Paul Hanmore and his team; without whom none of this would be possible.

Gutted to have missed this one, was camping with my kids in Cornwall, right on my doorstep in Bristol too. Looks like a great day was had by all, see some of you at Brooklands this weekend

Great day had by all, not as many cars as last year but still loads to look at and the weather was kind as well

Thanks for Paul Hanmore for organising this, we'll have a better spot next year guys honest, cheers to Spit for being our man on the inside and a general cheers to all the marshals and everyone who made the effort to turn up, our Coupes looked

Few pics:


Health and safety at its best

looked like a great show!!

Few of my pics here

Steve - There are some fantastic shots there mate - hope you are going to Brooklands!

Unfortunately, I've got other plans this weekend, a birthday do on Saturday, and the GTs at Silverstone on Sunday, otherwise it would have been a definite.

Thats the problem with summer, too much crammed into too few weekends!

Was a good day out as per usual. Was gutted not to have been able to bring the Coupe.

Did enjoy my lazy morning though, think we left home at 8ish - what time where you guys there?

Will have to get my flics on to the computer, see if there are any good ones.

Seconded! Lovely ones of the Coupes particularly!

Hi guys,

sorry for the late reply but spent the remainder of my time off in Halifax catching up with an old friend and ripping up the Dales

The meet was a fantastic day out for me and so different to other car events in that it was in a city centre as opposed to a park, field, stately home etc. Well worth the journey from Carlisle and will definitely make the trip again next year.

A huge thanks to Joe, Adam and the family for making my stay so welcome and for topping off a brilliant day by inviting me to a barbecue at their home

Its always great putting names to faces and was a pleasure meeting you all.
I hope you all have a great time at Brooklands, i hope to get to that next year too.

Rob

Some pics from the day, sorry about the delay!

Is it my work monitor or do they look really dark? Were fine at home last night...











Rest of the set can be found here...

Just had a chat with Paul (BIAMF) about the event and told him I had no momento to remember my marshalling experience from festival.
He apologised (he is a nice guy) and asked what I wanted and I chose I nice automoto T shirt.What a guy !
Anyway,after the chat I had with Joe (countrycruising)while we were there,it was suggested that next year,someone else from the club (FCCUK) should have a go at being marshal.
Get ready guys/gals....your turn next year
Paul