Knockhill Classic Speedfair July 19th

[mini saltire]

I had a conversation with Stuart Gray from Knockhill yesterday and he has asked me to invite all Mini Owners (new shape and classic) along to the Scottish Classic Speedfair. This year as most of you already know is the 50th Anniversary of the Classic Mini and to celebrate this Stuart is offering all Mini owners subsidized entry (as long as you are there by 10am), a designated parking area to show off your cars (I am looking to organize a best of show etc..) and a chance to go round the track with your own car at some point through the day (Not at speed sadly).
Please let me know if you can make it along it would be great to see the NMS well represented there :cool:.

Click here http://www.knockhill.com/events/event.php to see what else on. It doesn't show the Mini race but that looks like it is going to happen.:thumbs up:

1. Andy P & Lenore
2. Crombers
3. Craig
4. Ian King
5. Big Gordy
6. RPN
7. Fiona & Allan
8. Elfman
9. Moraymini
10.Duncan Stewart
11.Stoney
12.Mizemz & Other Half
13. Zimbo
14.Ally S
15.William, Brian & Christina (3 cars)
16.Mary-Jo and Stuart
17.MiniSnaps
18.V500EMA
19.Gemma B
20.Burple +1
21.Colin
22.TheDoctor46 + 1
23.Sav112
24.Mizemz
25. Gran & Grandad

Update Monday 13th July

We are being given an area to park/show of our cars. It is in the lower paddock overlooking the hairpin. I would suggest having the cars clean, but as this is a gravel area, I wouldn't suggest trying to make your car "concours". ;) We will be in this area with all the classic minis aswell. It has been requested that we are on-site and parked by 09:00hrs. I know this will mean an early start for some (myself included as I am travelling up from near Hawick), but I really do need you all on-site early. :thumbs up: There will be reduced entry for the MINI's (the exact details will be known shortly) :yes nod: We will be getting a parade lap round the circuit later on in the day. :cool:

There is going to be a bit of competition as Knockhill are doing a "Best in Show" for classic and New MINI. :yes nod::yes nod:

Craig

Update Wed 15th July

Ok Guys/Gals. Here is the important bit. :nag:

All MINI Drivers will get in Free before 09:30hrs.

All passengers in MINI's will be only £5 each before 09:30hrs

If you turn up after 09:30hrs, you WILL be charged full price for entry and will NOT get to park with all the other MINI's down near the hairpin. :idea:

I think we all have to say a BIG thank you to Mark Dryden for brokering this deal and also to Stuart Gray from Knockhill for agreeing to this Cracking Price :clap::clap:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Sounds good Mark.

Put us down as a Maybe for now. Same weekend as the opening of Harry Potter (I think) so unlikely but mebbie.

Stickied for you too.

A.

[Crombers]

Yup for me (work can feck off - hopefully) :thumbs up:

[Craig]

Yeah Mark - defo for me (Last day of my hols before going back to work:argh:)

I am more than happy to help with any organising of this. :thumbs up:

I think this is a good opportunity for us to show off our cars and celebrate 50 years of MINI/mini as I don't think there are any other big shows in Scotland. Not far for everyone to travel. ;)

Also looks to be some really nice metal going to be there :thumbs up::thumbs up:

[ianking]

Yeah for me Mark providing I have a MINI. (did you get my email on Monday r.e getting a MINI again)

[Big Gordy]

Stick Ross and me down for this Mark:thumbs up: I'll definitely be there but Ross, as always, is shift dependant:yes nod:

[GCA3N]

totally gutted, i am offshore:argh:

[Gismo]

totally gutted, i am offshore:argh:Ditto :ragin:

[rpn]

Sounds fun and nothing on that day so far. Stick me on for now and will confirm near the time.

Been round the track a few times before on a bike thought but not in a car, yet!

[Scottie]

add us please .

[ELFMAN]

Put me down for this one, Mark. Went a couple of years back to see the 'Ecurie Ecosse' cars and the great Sir Jackie Stewart on track in his F1 Tyrrell - even got his autograph... proper Gent he was too! Great when your childhood heroes live up to the image. Had to get the Ecurie Ecosse badges on the MINI after that! I'm sure it'll be a worthwhile day.

LET'S PUT ON A DECENT SHOW OF MINIS!

[Crombers]

LET'S PUT ON A DECENT SHOW OF MINIS!

:clap: :clap: :clap:

[Scottie]

add us please.

[Craig]

add us please.

your already added...:rolleyes:

[moraymini]

Aye Stick Me Down please up for that.

[Duncan Stewart]

sounds great :thumbs up: Add me please

[Scottie]

your already added...:rolleyes:

oops' just don't want to miss this one sound like it will be a good un.:blush::cool:

[Craig]

oops' just don't want to miss this one sound like it will be a good un.:blush::cool:

nae worries, yeah really hoping for a good turnout :thumbs up: There are always people out there wanting more shows in Scotland and we are being invited to go to this including reduced entrance.. :cool:

Gismo - could you alert the Clan folk as it would be good to get as many mini's there are possible since Knockhill are making the effort... :thumbs up:

[stoney]

go on put me down :thumbs up::cool: sounds like fun

[mizemz]

put me down and me and other half shall be there.:thumbs up:

[Mini Ecosse]

Put us down as a maybe please.
Still waiting on new shift rota being organised

[rosssp]

Yes for me please plus 1 more.

[badwolf340]

If poss, can you add,william ,brian ,christina .two cars:popcorn:

[Mini MoJo]

Can you add us please (Mary-Jo and Stuart)

Cheers

[mini saltire]

Thats you added folks :thumbs up:

[SAZ_8929]

Could you please put me plus one down for this. Sounds good and wouldnt want to miss it :D

[mini saltire]

Could you please put me plus one down for this. Sounds good and wouldnt want to miss it :D

Done:idea:

[rosssp]

sorry, can't make it after all. have agreed to go to the scottish modified show with my mate in his 700 bhp nissan skyline. Its gonna be a fun drive up. :D

[Mini Ecosse]

Sorry, nightshift not going to manage along to this event:argh::argh:

[JOHN MILNE]

Can i come too ?

[Fester]

I think this is a good opportunity for us to show off our cars and celebrate 50 years of MINI/mini as I don't think there are any other big shows in Scotland. Not far for everyone to travel. ;)


There is also the Scottish Transport Extravaganza at Glamis Castle on the 11th & 12th of July 100 classic Mini's to be on show and so far not alot of support from the new Mini fraternity!!

[Craig]

There is also the Scottish Transport Extravaganza at Glamis Castle on the 11th & 12th of July 100 classic Mini's to be on show and so far not alot of support from the new Mini fraternity!!

would love to go, but got something on that weekend...:rolleyes: Maybe if you start a thread for it, it may create some more interest and others in the north east may be able to make it... :thumbs up:

[Fester]

Cheers Craig

Had started one a while back but looks like I will need to start some more PR

I will not be able to attent the Classic Speed Fair,as I've got a wedding. Was there last year with another Club and was not impressed with the lack of organisation regarding the display area.

Cheers
Stephen

[Ally S]

go on then, add me too please

[stoney]

any more info on this ??

[MiniSnaps]

Stick my name down too then and I'll scrape some of the muck off my car especially for the day:D

[V500EMA]

Can you add me please? :thumbs up:

[Gemma B]

Add me please :yes nod:

[camjay]

sorry, can't make it after all. have agreed to go to the scottish modified show with my mate in his 700 bhp nissan skyline. Its gonna be a fun drive up. :D

Sorry to hog the thread - is your mate Stef?

[camjay]

Hi. I can definately make it - checked my shifts and am off. Can you add me plus one and 2 rugrats. Thanks :thumbs up:

[ianking]

Was there not originally talk of a track night on the Fri for NMS?
Any idea if this is still the case?

[stoney]

Was there not originally talk of a track night on the Fri for NMS?
Any idea if this is still the case?

i have sent mark a pm but not hered back as yet :thumbs up:

[Duncan Stewart]

There is a Mini track night on the friday evening advertised on McDonald minis website
http://www.mcdonald-minis.co.uk/

[SAZ_8929]

I wont be able to make this :sad: as going to see DJ Tiesto the night before and wouldnt make it for 10am.

[ianking]

There is a Mini track night on the friday evening advertised on McDonald minis website
http://www.mcdonald-minis.co.uk/

It says track night is for classics only.
However the parade of 50 years will have to involve new minis.

[baptie]

never knew the track night was 'classic' only, but reading the website it comes across that way.

[baptie]

defo is just classics, just asked the organiser.

Maybe could do with opening up the entry to MINI's, get more numbers

[ceejam]

Hi folks, as Baptie says above, I could do with more entries for the tracknight.

It has been advertised to try and get a big number of Classic Minis, but unfortunately has not been as successful as I'd hoped.

I'm going to speak with Knockhill, and let those know that have signed up on the basis of classics only before I definitely open it up for MINIs aswell.
£50 for two hours on track @ Knockhill is very good value, at the moment it's going to be an expensive tracknight for me!

How many interested MINI owners are there?

[ianking]

I would be interested with a MINI

[stoney]

i would be intrested as well

[ceejam]

Could those interested drop me an email to speedfair@mcdonald-minis.co.uk with your car description and a contact no. and I'll add you to the list.

Cheers

Jamie

[ianking]

Wont be able to do the tracknight after all as away in Belfast for a booz filled weekend the week before so pennies will be tight.

On a plus note if anyone needs trackday insurance I used these guys before and they were very reasonable in price.
'Trackdays' 01159 415255

[MINI William]

Mark

can you give us 3 cars instead of 2 ,Mum wants to take her new Cooper D

[AndyP & Lenore]

Hi folks, as Baptie says above, I could do with more entries for the tracknight.

It has been advertised to try and get a big number of Classic Minis, but unfortunately has not been as successful as I'd hoped.

I'm going to speak with Knockhill, and let those know that have signed up on the basis of classics only before I definitely open it up for MINIs aswell.
£50 for two hours on track @ Knockhill is very good value, at the moment it's going to be an expensive tracknight for me!

How many interested MINI owners are there?

ceejam, could you open a new thread in MINI Meets & Social. This thread is for the Classic Speedfair. Once you start a new thread, I'll merge the posts relevant into that thread.

Cheers.

AndyP
Admin.

[Mini Ecosse]

Put us down as a maybe please.
Still waiting on new shift rota being organised


Sorry, will not manage, night shift :argh:

Stephen

[Colin]

Can you put me down for this one please.

[mini saltire]

Just waiting to hear back from Stuart Gray on the final instructions for theday. I will chase Knockhill again on Monday. Sorry for the lack of info but the 2 driver race appears to have at least 13 Minis playing which should be good.

[Craig]

Thanks for that Mark. Updated the first list for you.. :thumbs up:

Also, for those going, I would suggest we get up there early to get a good space and get the cars organised into a nice display :yes nod::clap:

[Neil and Lorna]

Hi Mark

Stick our names down as maybes for just now, will know for defo nearer the time.

Neil and Lorna.:thumbs up:

[Hamish]

Hi Mark

Stick our names down as maybes for just now, will know for defo nearer the time.

Neil and Lorna.:thumbs up:

Good man!!! :thumbs up:

[zimbo]

Hi Mark, could you please put my name down for this as well if there is still space for me? Thank you :thumbs up:

[Ally S]

can you add me too please, i got missed on the last update. unless someones trying to tell me something :smilewinkgrin:

[Craig]

Hi Mark, could you please put my name down for this as well if there is still space for me? Thank you :thumbs up:


can you add me too please, i got missed on the last update. unless someones trying to tell me something :smilewinkgrin:

Updated the first post for you Mark :thumbs up:

Sorry for missing your out last time Ally.. :blush:

[Ally S]

Updated the first post for you Mark :thumbs up:

Sorry for missing your out last time Ally.. :blush:

all sorted now cheers :cool:

[poprock]

I’ll be there in my Porsche, same as every year. I’ll see if I can persuade my better half to take her Mini along as well.

Last year the focus was on celebrating Lotus’ anniversary. They managed 97 on the track at once, I think. Wonder how many Minis will turn up?

[zimbo]

I’ll be there in my Porsche....

Mmmm Porsche.... (DROOLLLLL) I love the 911s always have and always will, one day I too hope to own one of them :D :Whistle:

Poprock, I assume yours is a 911 of one form or another? You lucky man :yes nod:

[TheDoctor46]

Can you put my Name down please?
I'll be there with the little 'un and maybe the other half.

[TheDoctor46]

Can you put my Name down please?
I'll be there with the little 'un and maybe the other half.

:bigwave:
Add me pleeeeeease :D

[Craig]

Can you put my Name down please?
I'll be there with the little 'un and maybe the other half.


:bigwave:
Add me pleeeeeease :D

jings your keen... ;)

Added now for Mark. :yes nod:

[TheDoctor46]

jings your keen... ;)

Added now for Mark. :yes nod:


Cheers mate :thumbs up:

What time do the 'gates' open?

Ian:thumbs up:

[Mini MoJo]

Is there any info on this yet? time we've to be there etc... are we planning to all meet 1st or just meeting when we get in there?

Thanks :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Normally we meet somewhere local to your area ie Falkirk/Central guys - Brewers Fayre at Kincardine, Edinburgh/Borders guys - Hermiston Gate etc... Craig, Alan and I try to get there for the 1st rounds of practice so meet up at 8am getting to Knockhill about 8.30am:Whistle:I believe we're getting an 'area' to park in so we should all be able to park there without having to worry about being spread all over Knockhill:rolleyes:

[ianking]

Im trying to find out if our cars are going on display as part of the show or if we are just getting a bit to park at on the grass.
No point cleaning it all if we end up being parked on the muddy grass.

[TheDoctor46]

I'll hopefully be there about 8.30ish too :thumbs up:
The wee man is up early anyway so no point hanging around the house!! ;)

[poprock]

Poprock, I assume yours is a 911 of one form or another? You lucky man :yes nod:

Nope, mine’s not so posh … it’s a 944 Turbo. Twenty years old and still feeling pretty modern!

Fits perfectly in our garage end-to-end with the Mini Cooper.

There’ll be plenty of Porsches at Knockhill if you fancy a look around. Both Scottish owners clubs are going along this year, instead of the usual one. I think your Mini collection is going to put us all to shame though, just like the Lotus owners did last year!

[ianking]

Back in the day my Dad had a 944, not a turbo though but it was pretty cool, particularly as I was about 9 years old when he got it. I remember picking it up from Glen Henderson Porsche dealership in Edinburgh.

[Scottie]

Im trying to find out if our cars are going on display as part of the show or if we are just getting a bit to park at on the grass.
No point cleaning it all if we end up being parked on the muddy grass.

doubt we will get in to the show area as our cars are not classics "yet". reading the knockhill web site you have to submit an entry form for the show area.

Would be good to know how if at all will our club and cars be involved in the day.

[Craig]

Guys/Gals. I am still waiting on more info re this. I will be down on my hols in the borders from sat morning, so I will be travelling up via edinburgh to knockhill early on sunday morning ;) Not in the good books with Mrs D as she doesn't like an alarm clock on holiday... :yawn::frown:

I think the advice will be get in early, I had been told in the past that there would be an area designated for us to park in and "show" our cars. I don't expect this to change, but I suspect they will only give us so much room, but we do have a large number of cars going, so I hope they will kind to us.

Also I was told that there would be a parade lap for the MINI/minis at some point during the day.

I will give you more info as I have it. :thumbs up:

C

[Craig]

Update Monday 13th July

We are being given an area to park/show of our cars. It is in the lower paddock overlooking the hairpin. I would suggest having the cars clean, but as this is a gravel area, I wouldn't suggest trying to make your car "concours". We will be in this area with all the classic minis aswell. It has been requested that we are on-site and parked by 09:00hrs. I know this will mean an early start for some (myself included as I am travelling up from near Hawick), but I really do need you all on-site early. There will be reduced entry for the MINI's (the exact details will be known shortly) We will be getting a parade lap round the circuit later on in the day.

There is going to be a bit of competition as Knockhill are doing a "Best in Show" for classic and New MINI.

Craig

[Scottie]

ok ta we will be there early.:thumbs up:

[Hamish]

I know its :off topic: and I apologise for that in advance... but Craig, what in gods name are you doing holidaying near Hawick? haha, not that I should be slagging my home town off :rolleyes: ... where you gonna be? :beer:

I suppose it'll be like your abroad whilst your here, if you can speak Polish you'll do great in Morrisons and the other supermarkets... just remember whilst most of the customers are foreign, Morrisons still accept sterling at the tills :thumbs up: hahaha

[Craig]

I know its :off topic: and I apologise for that in advance... but Craig, what in gods name are you doing holidaying near Hawick? haha, not that I should be slagging my home town off :rolleyes: ... where you gonna be? :beer:

I suppose it'll be like your abroad whilst your here, if you can speak Polish you'll do great in Morrisons and the other supermarkets... just remember whilst most of the customers are foreign, Morrisons still accept sterling at the tills :thumbs up: hahaha

in the Ettrick Valley, near Ettrick itself... middle of nowhere it would appear.. ;)

[MINI William]

What time you heading up for craig??

[Hamish]

haha, let you off then... it is seriously stunning up there. If your in Hawick be sure to give me some warning n I'll say hi. :D

[Craig]

What time you heading up for craig??

thats still under some debate with Mrs D :argh: She seems to think that a 6am alarm call while on holiday isn't a good thing..:rolleyes: Wimen.. :Whistle:

[Craig]

haha, let you off then... it is seriously stunning up there. If your in Hawick be sure to give me some warning n I'll say hi. :D

will do Hamish, good chance we will be in there are some time during next week. :thumbs up:

[Craig]

We will have another job on Sunday at the Speedfair. I don't know if any of you have been keeping up with the Calgary MINI Club thread, but it is their 50th Anniversary and obviously 50 years of MINI and they want us to get a pile of signatures on a flag that is due to arrive in Oban on Wed.

Also once we have got the signatures on there, Stephen (MINI Ecosse) is going to take the flag over to Mull and to Calgary Bay to get some photos of the flag there and with his MINI.

It would be great to get as many NMS signatures on the Flag as possible, so even if you can't make it to the Speedfair on Sunday, if you drop by my house after I have the flag you can sign it before I have to send it back to Oban. :thumbs up:

It would be also good if the MINI Racers could sign it, I'll come and see you guys on Sunday :cool:;)

[AndyP & Lenore]

thats still under some debate with Mrs D :argh: She seems to think that a 6am alarm call while on holiday isn't a good thing..:rolleyes: Wimen.. :Whistle:

Holiday or not, it's not a good thing.

Try working until 11pm the night before!:eek:

A.

[MINI William]

thats still under some debate with Mrs D :argh: She seems to think that a 6am alarm call while on holiday isn't a good thing..:rolleyes: Wimen.. :Whistle:

:eek::eek: You have got to be joking, who wouldn't be happy

[Bumble]

Looking to come to this on Sunday, a maybe for now :)

[Ally S]

is everyone just meeting up at the circuit or is there anyone travelling up from Glasgow area?

[Gismo]

We will have another job on Sunday at the Speedfair. I don't know if any of you have been keeping up with the Calgary MINI Club thread, but it is their 50th Anniversary and obviously 50 years of MINI and they want us to get a pile of signatures on a flag that is due to arrive in Oban on WedCan you sign my name in my absence?

[Mini MoJo]

Normally we meet somewhere local to your area ie Falkirk/Central guys - Brewers Fayre at Kincardine, Edinburgh/Borders guys - Hermiston Gate etc... Craig, Alan and I try to get there for the 1st rounds of practice so meet up at 8am getting to Knockhill about 8.30am:Whistle:I believe we're getting an 'area' to park in so we should all be able to park there without having to worry about being spread all over Knockhill:rolleyes:


A meet beforehand would good, once we get more info on what's happening i am sure someone will arrange something :smilewinkgrin:

[Scottie]

no doubt I'll travel up with BG

[stoney]

is everyone just meeting up at the circuit or is there anyone travelling up from Glasgow area?


sent you a pm :thumbs up:

[Craig]

Can you sign my name in my absence?

No Probs Boss.. :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Anybody who wants to travel up with Fi, Allen and me from Kincardine are more than welcome to join us :thumbs up: We'll probably be setting off from Kincardine services at about 8.10am getting up to Knockhill at about 8.45am...ish:yes nod: The more the merrier:cool:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Can you sign my name in my absence?


No Probs Boss.. :thumbs up:

We could have some fun with that.

Bwa Ha ha ha ha haaaaaaa!:knife::Whistle::moonie:

A.:D

[Craig]

We could have some fun with that.

Bwa Ha ha ha ha haaaaaaa!:knife::Whistle::moonie:

A.:D

Just what i was thinking. . :-)

[ELFMAN]

Stoney - I sent YOU a PM last night Re. travelling up. Give me a shout!

[Big Gordy]

Elf / Stoney....are you guys planning on tagging onto the convoy at Kincardine at 8..??:Whistle:

[Mini MoJo]

Anybody who wants to travel up with Fi, Allen and me from Kincardine are more than welcome to join us :thumbs up: We'll probably be setting off from Kincardine services at about 8.10am getting up to Knockhill at about 8.45am...ish:yes nod: The more the merrier:cool:


Cool we will tag along with you guys if that's ok. 8.10am at the car park behind brewers fayre ok?

[ELFMAN]

Gordy - will hopefully see you guys at Kincardine Services (that's the one on the left just before the bridge?) at about 8.00am. Haven't managed to get Stoney yet, but as we stay 5 mins from each other, we'll probably arrive together. If not, I'll let you know.

[TheDoctor46]

I may be up there for about 8ish to tag along if thats OK? :thumbs up:
Anyone know what the price on the gate is going to be yet?

Ian:thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Cool we will tag along with you guys if that's ok. 8.10am at the car park behind brewers fayre ok?

Is that not kinda doubling up your journey if your coming from Mentrie:confused:(I work in Menstrie at Kerry:Whistle:) Would it not be handier for you if you join us as we zoom past the road end that turns off for Dollar:smilewinkgrin:

[Big Gordy]

Gordy - will hopefully see you guys at Kincardine Services (that's the one on the left just before the bridge?) at about 8.00am..

Cool:thumbs up: Yes that's the one:smilewinkgrin:

[Big Gordy]

I may be up there for about 8ish to tag along if thats OK? :thumbs up:
Anyone know what the price on the gate is going to be yet?

Ian:thumbs up:

thats OK with me Ian:cool:
£15 Adults, £8 Concessions. £40 Family.......so the Knockhill website says anyway:rolleyes:

Ooooops.....thats the actual prices for the plebs...still don't know what us mini people will be charged...sorry

[V500EMA]

Anybody who wants to travel up with Fi, Allen and me from Kincardine are more than welcome to join us :thumbs up: We'll probably be setting off from Kincardine services at about 8.10am getting up to Knockhill at about 8.45am...ish:yes nod: The more the merrier:cool:

Can we tag along with you guys- would be fun to head up in a wee group :D

[Ally S]

thats OK with me Ian:cool:
£15 Adults, £8 Concessions. £40 Family.......so the Knockhill website says anyway:rolleyes:

Scandal - I looked at this last night and it said £12/£6.

I'll tag along from the services too :thumbs up:

[Mini MoJo]

Is that not kinda doubling up your journey if your coming from Mentrie:confused:(I work in Menstrie at Kerry:Whistle:) Would it not be handier for you if you join us as we zoom past the road end that turns off for Dollar:smilewinkgrin:

I thought that too but it's getting the timing right! Are going through Powmill? I can wait on the car park and watch out for you then tag on at the end of the convoy? That gives me a little more sleep time!!

[Big Gordy]

Can we tag along with you guys- would be fun to head up in a wee group :D

Your more than welcome to tag along Emma....but again is it not a long way for a short cut for you in Linlithgow:confused:
Craig and some of the Edinburger / Borders guys will probably be meeting at Hermiston gate and coming over the Forth Road Bridge:thumbs up:
But your more than welcome to join my gang:yes nod:

[Big Gordy]

I thought that too but it's getting the timing right! Are going through Powmill? I can wait on the car park and watch out for you then tag on at the end of the convoy? That gives me a little more sleep time!!

Yes we'll be going through Powmill:thumbs up: Just tag on the end then:moonie:

[Mini MoJo]

Yes we'll be going through Powmill:thumbs up: Just tag on the end then:moonie:


Cool, i will 'listen' out for you all! :lol: see you Sunday :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Scandal - I looked at this last night and it said £12/£6.
You could be right:eek:.....I'll go have another look:rolleyes:
Remember Mark has negotiated a reduction for the NMS folk tho:Whistle:

EDIT....Just checked again and the £12/6 price is for advance booked of the website.


I'll tag along from the services too :thumbs up:
Excellent:cool:

[Big Gordy]

Cool, i will 'listen' out for you all! :lol: see you Sunday :thumbs up:

Aye.....the melodic sound of half a dozen playmini's at 8am on a Sunday morning:smilewinkgrin:

[V500EMA]

Your more than welcome to tag along Emma....but again is it not a long way for a short cut for you in Linlithgow:confused:
Craig and some of the Edinburger / Borders guys will probably be meeting at Hermiston gate and coming over the Forth Road Bridge:thumbs up:
But your more than welcome to join my gang:yes nod:

Hermiston gate is maybe a bit closer although think were kinda in the middle :confused:

[Knox18]

Aye.....the melodic sound of half a dozen playmini's at 8am on a Sunday morning:smilewinkgrin:

I should be along in the cup car, not entering the event so just gonna come along. :shut up:

[Big Gordy]

Hermiston gate is maybe a bit closer although think were kinda in the middle :confused:

Like I said your more than welcome to join us:bigwave: If the east coasters manage to sort a meet at Hermi then you can jump ship:knife:

[Big Gordy]

I should be along in the cup car, not entering the event so just gonna come along. :shut up:

Well remember you don't have to overtake everyone before we get there:eek::moonie:

[V500EMA]

Like I said your more than welcome to join us:bigwave: If the east coasters manage to sort a meet at Hermi then you can jump ship:knife:

Good plan :thumbs up: :D

[zimbo]

Seeing as it appears Im the only one coming from my part of the world, can I arrange to meet someone i.e Craig/Gordy somewhere off of junction 6 (@ Kinross Services?) so as to join the squad so we can go in as a group?

[Big Gordy]

It'll no be me Ali:Whistle: I will have seriously overshot the turn off to Knockhill if I end up at Kinross services:laugh:
Although you could wait for us to come past at Powmill (I suggest the shut hotel just before the turn off to Knockhill) and tag on the end..!!

[zimbo]

Even somewhere close to lnockhill then? I dont mind a little "run on my own" to meet up some people so long as I know where it is...

[Big Gordy]

See post above yours:Whistle: I must have been editing it when you were typing yours:D

[Big Gordy]

Why don't you park up outside the now shut Gartwhinzean(spelling) hotel :thumbs up:
Its only about 100 yards past where you would turn off to Knockhill say at about 8.20am and wait for us to cruise past:smilewinkgrin:

[zimbo]

Ok Gordy, that sounds like a plan, I think I know where you mean :D either way I will find somewhere to wait for you coming past me on the road to knockhill from the north, just let me know what time to be waiting for you? :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

either way I will find somewhere to wait for you coming past me on the road to knockhill from the north, just let me know what time to be waiting for you? :thumbs up:

Surely you mean from the south:eek::eek: You'll need to come past the Knockhill turnoff for us to pass you buddy:Whistle:
You can't miss the bit I'm on about:thumbs up:it's just passed the Knockhill turn off (100 yards) heading south to Kincardine and has recycling bins in it I think:yes nod: If your there for about 8.20am should be fine. We'll leave Kincardine about 8.10am.

[Knox18]

Well remember you don't have to overtake everyone before we get there:eek::moonie:

ill start pole then :moonie:

nah my mini is sick, it will be driven gently:sad:

[Big Gordy]

it will be driven gently:sad:

The rest better be as well:Whistle:

[zimbo]

Surely you mean from the south:eek::eek:

No coz you will be heading SOUTH once you have turned off the main road at Powmill towards knockhill :rolleyes: :lol:

[TheDoctor46]

Hermiston gate is maybe a bit closer although think were kinda in the middle :confused:

Yeah, i'm kinda the same in Armadale, s'pose i could just jump on the M8 to Hermiston Gate, may be quicker. I'll decide closer to the time.

Gordy- is it the garage right on the roundabout just before the Kincardine Bridge the meeting place? :confused:

Ian:thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Gordy- is it the garage right on the roundabout just before the Kincardine Bridge the meeting place? :confused:


Yip...that's the one:thumbs up:

[Knox18]

is anyone coming over from my way? (paisley)

[Big Gordy]

Like I said to Emma, Ian, your more than welcome to join my gang and jump ship if a Hermi Gate option is arranged:thumbs up:
I'm not listing those leaving from Kincardine......if you want to head up with us be there before 8.10am as after that we're gone:bigwave:

[Big Gordy]

is anyone coming over from my way? (paisley)

What about Elfman and Stoney Chris...?? There Lanark area:yawn:

[TheDoctor46]

Like I said to Emma, Ian, your more than welcome to join my gang and jump ship if a Hermi Gate option is arranged:thumbs up:
I'm not listing those leaving from Kincardine......if you want to head up with us be there before 8.10am as after that we're gone:bigwave:

Much appreciated mate :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

No coz you will be heading SOUTH once you have turned off the main road at Powmill towards knockhill :rolleyes: :lol:

Whatever:moonie: Just be there:p

[stoney]

Cool:thumbs up: Yes that's the one:smilewinkgrin:


3 of us will be there at around 8am ish :thumbs up:

[Craig]

Started new thread for an Edinburgh/Borders Convoy :smilewinkgrin:



Also, this flag that is coming all the way from Canada. It is currently in Oban and is being mailed to me for Thurs. I will bring it to Knockhill to get some signatures for the Calgary club. :thumbs up: The flag needs to be handed back to Stephen (Mini Ecosse) on Monday night so that he can make the trip to Calgary (On Mull) on Tuesday to get the photos etc that the club want. As I will be going back down to the Borders to continue my holiday, I need a volunteer to meet up with Stephen kinda half way from Oban about Tyndrum.

Anyone want to volunteer ?

[C.Noble]

PM sent Craig :thumbs up:!

[Craig]

PM sent Craig :thumbs up:!

and replied.

Looks like the job is yours if you want Craig. :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

is anyone coming over from my way? (paisley)

Newton Mearns ain't too far away :thumbs up:

I'm gonna pop on up to meet the Kincardine Bridge Possy at 08:00/08:10

[Ally S]

is anyone coming over from my way? (paisley)

yeah, me. I'll be heading past Paisley on the M8. what time were you gonna leave Paisley at?

[Knox18]

about 720am or so? where could i meet you, could meet crombers at the shell garage in cumbernauld?

[Ally S]

about 720am or so? where could i meet you, could meet crombers at the shell garage in cumbernauld?

How about the Arkleston inn? Just next to the Shell garage at Renfrew across the M8 from B&Q

[Knox18]

How about the Arkleston inn? Just next to the Shell garage at Renfrew across the M8 from B&Q

yeh sounds good thats just next to my gym :thumbs up:

[Ally S]

yeh sounds good thats just next to my gym :thumbs up:

cool, 7:20 then?

[Crombers]

How about the Arkleston inn? Just next to the Shell garage at Renfrew across the M8 from B&Q

I'd be backtracking meeting there lads, I'll see you at Kincardine :thumbs up:

Are you racing this weekend Chris ?

[Big Gordy]

I should be along in the cup car, not entering the event so just gonna come along. :shut up:

^^^^^Keep up Crombers:rolleyes::moonie:

[zimbo]

^^^^^Keep up Crombers:rolleyes::moonie:

Oi give the man a break, remember he aint as young as he used to be... :lol:

[Ally S]

I'd be backtracking meeting there lads, I'll see you at Kincardine :thumbs up:

Are you racing this weekend Chris ?

we'll still be passing Cumbernauld though

[Craig]

Ok Guys/Gals. Here is the important bit. :thumbs up:

All MINI Drivers will get in Free before 09:30hrs.

All passengers in MINI's will be only £5 each before 09:30hrs

If you turn up after 09:30hrs, you WILL be charged full price for entry and will NOT get to park with all the other MINI's down near the hairpin.

I think we all have to say a BIG thank you to Mark Dryden for brokering this deal and also to Stuart Gray from Knockhill for agreeing to this Cracking Price :clap::clap:

[Scottie]

Craig, I know Gismo is thinking about laser eye treatment and we are all here to help him along but still that is rather large lettering:p:p;);):moonie:

[Craig]

Craig, I know Gismo is thinking about laser eye treatment and we are all here to help him along but still that is rather large lettering:p:p;);):moonie:

just making sure nobody misses the info and says "I didn't know that". :shut up::rolleyes:;)

even making it easier for the "oldies" to read it. :thumbs up:

[Gismo]

Craig, I know Gismo is thinking about laser eye treatment and we are all here to help him along but still that is rather large lettering:p:p;);):moonie::moonie:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Yeah thanks Mark and Stuart.:thumbs up:

[MINI William]

Yeah thanks Mark and Stuart.:thumbs up:

+1

[MINI William]

Craig, I know Gismo is thinking about laser eye treatment and we are all here to help him along but still that is rather large lettering:p:p;);):moonie:

:laugh:

[zimbo]

:thumbs up: :clap: :clap: thank you guys... :clap:

[Stewart]

Wait a mo so it’s free for Mini Owners.......:thumbs up:and we get to park in our own parking place.........that’s a bit too good to miss. Put me down…Plus we get to see the Mini's racing…..




Is this the point that people are meeting up just before the bridge at 8am?



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[Craig]

Wait a mo so it’s free for Mini Owners.......:thumbs up:and we get to park in our own parking place.........that’s a bit too good to miss. Put me down…Plus we get to see the Mini's racing…..




Is this the point that people are meeting up just before the bridge at 8am?



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Yeah, that's the meeting point. :yes nod:

thats you added - See you Sunday :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

Oi give the man a break, remember he aint as young as he used to be... :lol:

:moonie:

[Crombers]

Is this the point that people are meeting up just before the bridge at 8am?





You just aim for about 7am :rolleyes: ;)

[MINI William]

You just aim for about 7am :rolleyes: ;)

Shoudn't laugh but i did :laugh:

[Stewart]

Its ok I plan to only take pictures at the Track and not on the drive up………..:D

31 miles from my doorstep to the meet up point so if I leave just after seven I’ll be fine…

[Knox18]

Crombers do you want to meet us at the shell cumbernauld?

[camjay]

Guys. Need to give my apologies. Won't be able to be there that early. I'm definately coming up later, so will come over and say "hi". :thumbs up:

Stoney - have PM'd you.

[Crombers]

Crombers do you want to meet us at the shell cumbernauld?

Go on then :thumbs up:, what time are you thinking at Cumbernauld for us to meet the Kincardine possy at 08:00/08:10 ?

[Crombers]

we'll still be passing Cumbernauld though

See you there :thumbs up:

[mizemz]

Gordy i might join you at the services if u dont mind.
Ill defo b there now car all fixed :thumbs up:

[stoney]

thats a good deal looking forward to this

[Craig]

Guys. Need to give my apologies. Won't be able to be there that early. I'm definately coming up later, so will come over and say "hi". :thumbs up:

Stoney - have PM'd you.

No Probs. :thumbs up:

[Big Gordy]

Gordy i might join you at the services if u dont mind.
Ill defo b there now car all fixed :thumbs up:

No worries:thumbs up:see you there:cool:

[Craig]

I have the flag in my posession now so a wee reminder to all, please see me and sign the flag in the morning as it's courier will be leaving knockhill prob shortly after lunchtime :thumbs up:

I'll also go round the racers and get some of your sigs also. ;)

[Knox18]

Go on then :thumbs up:, what time are you thinking at Cumbernauld for us to meet the Kincardine possy at 08:00/08:10 ?

I'll meet allys in paisley at 715ish then should be in the nauld for around 740am? then that allows us to blast along to kincardine in 20-25 mins :thumbs up:

i dunno im just guessing :lol:

[ELFMAN]

BIG THANKS to Mark and the Knockhill folks for such an superb deal - you can't beat that!

I'm just waiting for some moans that we're not 'Classics' at the 'Classic Speedfair'... I reckon our MINIs (especially the 1st Gen version) are certain to be 'FUTURE CLASSICS' - so we're just getting in on the act early!!!

[TheDoctor46]

Hope the weather picks up for Sunday!! :sad:

[C.Noble]

BIG THANKS to Mark and the Knockhill folks for such an superb deal - you can't beat that!

I'm just waiting for some moans that we're not 'Classics' at the 'Classic Speedfair'... I reckon our MINIs (especially the 1st Gen version) are certain to be 'FUTURE CLASSICS' - so we're just getting in on the act early!!!

The old Mini might claim the "Classic" title (for now...), the 1st generation MINI can claim the "Speed" bit!!! :smilewinkgrin:

[Scottie]

We are now a doubt for this. Allan is confined to the house for the
next 24 hours as he is showing symptoms of swine flu if he gets worse in
that period the doc has said we are to phone nhs 24. Fingers crossed it's just a sickness bug but it came on very sudden high temp sickess cough tiredness etc etc

[Craig]

We are now a doubt for this. Allan is confined to the house for the
next 24 hours as he is showing symptoms of swine flu if he gets worse in
that period the doc has said we are to phone nhs 24. Fingers crossed it's just a sickness bug but it came on very sudden high temp sickess cough tiredness etc etc

Not great news... you can't catch it from alcantara can you? :lol:

my big sis has been confined to her house for the past week, not allowed to go out or interact with anyone. :frown: She is now back at work but she wasn't diagnosed with swine flu, just a virul infection.

Fingers crossed Allan pics up for Sunday :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

I'll meet allys in paisley at 715ish then should be in the nauld for around 740am? then that allows us to blast along to kincardine in 20-25 mins :thumbs up:

i dunno im just guessing :lol:

See you 07:40 :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

I reckon our MINIs (especially the 1st Gen version) are certain to be 'FUTURE CLASSICS' - so we're just getting in on the act early!!!

:rolleyes: have been thinking this for a while myself :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

BIG THANKS to Mark and the Knockhill folks for such an superb deal - you can't beat that!


Yup :thumbs up:, top deal, well done troops :clap:

[Burple]

Hey Mark.. if there's space, we're gonna try to get along to this one too!
(Me +1 - 1 car ta..)
Cheers!


:thumbs up:

[Scottie]

Not great news... you can't catch it from alcantara can you? :lol:

my big sis has been confined to her house for the past week, not allowed to go out or interact with anyone. :frown: She is now back at work but she wasn't diagnosed with swine flu, just a virul infection.

Fingers crossed Allan pics up for Sunday :thumbs up:

He is fine this morning. Just sent him out to finish detailing my car for me:thumbs up: all ready for tomorrow

[Stewart]

Poor man he's out cleaning the car before 8am:thud:, I really should wash my car again, it was cleaned on Wednesday. Only half the street seen me so only half will think I’ve got Obsessive-compulsive disorder, at the very least the windows need going over………..

[weefossy]

Can you add Mom and I please, if there is a space. I managed to get back from London this morning on sleeper train. Yahoo

[Craig]

Hey Mark.. if there's space, we're gonna try to get along to this one too!
(Me +1 - 1 car ta..)
Cheers!


:thumbs up:


Ok short stuff - mind, if your late it's FULL price... :moonie::thumbs up:

and I think we should park next to each other:yes nod:

[Craig]

Can you add Mom and I please, if there is a space. I managed to get back from London this morning on sleeper train. Yahoo

Great Stuff Malcolm. See you tomorrow :thumbs up:

[zimbo]

Hey Mark.. if there's space, we're gonna try to get along to this one too!
(Me +1 - 1 car ta..)
Cheers!


:thumbs up:

OMG I cant believe you were up at that time of day to make this post!!! :eek: :thud:

[Scottie]

how many mini owners and cars do we need to hijack tomorrow so we can make the number of minis up to fifty.:Whistle::yes nod::yes nod:

[ELFMAN]

Well there are 25 NMS cars, so if we drive the parade lap twice as fast as everybody else, that should do the trick! See y'all tomorrow, I've washed and dried the car, so it'll be raining. Set alarm for 6.00am... must be deranged. Oh, that's right - I AM.

[Scottie]

Well there are 25 NMS cars, so if we drive the parade lap twice as fast as everybody else, that should do the trick! See y'all tomorrow, I've washed and dried the car, so it'll be raining. Set alarm for 6.00am... must be deranged. Oh, that's right - I AM.

27 cars:Whistle:

[Stewart]

Should be at the Bridge services before 8AM, I suspect I’ll see a few mini’s on the way over. We might be lucky with the weather, well after the Picnic and the Twilight runs the weather gods have been with us…..so let hope we get a bit of dry weather……..:thumbs up:

[Knox18]

i'm going for the used look hahaha

see you lot in the morning

715 @ arkleston

740 @ cumbernauld shell station

800 @ bp garage

:thumbs up:

[Sheilz]

Specy will tag on at the end.

[MINI William]

Thanks to all involved for today.We had a great day with the NMS group with lots of banter and laughs as usal.The historic racing was good along with the auto testing :thumbs up:.Some stunning older cars there today (HS & HSR Chevette, RS1800,RS's & Avenger Tigers) Pics to follow

[TheDoctor46]

Avenger Tigers Pics to follow

Ooooooh!!! Hurry with the pics mate!!! I love the Tigers, my Dad had one when i was a nipper, absolutely loved it!!!! Very very quick cars in there day!! :cool:

[Stewart]

The classic cars were fantastic, such a great number. i'll leave the tigers to my man above but will post some pics as im on my phone just now in the chinky. The fords were the stand out. The mk 1 escorts looked stunning.

Shame the show on the track was so late for the minis, thnik if we had got on around 12 it would have seen 100 on the track.

[Ally S]

Was a great day, i'm rather burnt even though there wasn't that much sun. A great selection of cars from 911 GT2's to bentleys to old rovers and mg's.

Nice to meet all you forums peeps and put some faces to names.

[Scottie]

WOW what a long day managed a wee forty winks in the car though;)

Thought the turn out of all our Minis was great some shiny cars out there.

Ian King your Mini was looking top dollar from the crisp clean wheels to the top of the roof best I've seen a Mini detailed yet.

I really enjoyed the day have loads of pics once Allan has been through them all.

Got to say though it was a shame we didn't get to do the lap early.:frown::frown:

I enjoyed the walk to watch the rally that was just finishing but got to see cool classics along the way.:cool:
The vintage racing motors bikes were my fav I wish they had got longer to do laps much more entertaining than watching the Legends. (are they classics by the way):confused:

Loved the old tractors, Lorries and bedford van:thumbs up:

[Stewart]

Here you go a taste..........bit rough.:D easy Tiger....

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[Knox18]

not a bad wee day!

cant believe im sunburnt! :confused: didnt think the sun was out that long!

enjoyed watching the races today for a change and thought all the racing was great!

apologies to ally for sleeping in but crombers did the same also :hand:

well done to all that took part in the 2 driver race, me and rambo had some good entertainment from the scaffolding at duffus!

best part of the day for me was the "spirited" drive to the circuit eh crombers :lol::lol:

[MINI William]

Just relised that we are all sunburnt, cant belive it, ot wasent that sunny

[ELFMAN]

Nice photos SAV. Enjoyed strolling along looking at all the great older cars - gets you thinking what you could do with a wad of 'spare' dosh and some garage space... Historic Racing was excellent - all the different makes and sounds - didn't that 260Z sound the business? And what about that classic 'Castrol R' smell? Takes me back that does! Loved the old bikes too. MINI racing was as close and entertaining as ever, and again a big thank you to Mark Dryden for arranging such a bargain day out for the NMS gang. Only gripe would be that the MINI/Mini clubs didn't get to do their 'parade laps' at the same time as the other clubs, as the combined numbers far outweighed any other make on the day. We left after the final MINI race, having said cheerio and ta to Mark - even at that stage it would still have been a while before we took to the track - and by that time a good few of 'our' cars had left (along with many spectators). IMHO the organisers missed a trick there as they could have had around 65+ (I didn't count) Minis from the 60's to the present day on track, and I'm sure the spectators would've enjoyed the time-spanning cavalcade. The 'Classics' were still there when we left, so maybe the were more keen to get their moment of glory!

Still, the lack of a parade certainly didn't waste the day for me, and I thought the NMS turnout did us proud with all those shiny machines. Nice to see everybody, usual suspects and new arrivals, and a special mention to Sioban and Malcolm for their 'Chuck Wagon' feeding station! RE. Sunburn: My entire 'napper' looks like a tomato with eyes painted on it and has absorbed about a gallon of 'after sun' since I got home - the perils of intermittent sunshine/cloud and hat-confusion... See you all soon.

ps. Bumble - I'll save you my next Snickers bar... unless I get the munchies again.

[AndyP & Lenore]

Terrific day today:D. Absolutely loved the banter all day:laugh:. Now I see what I'm missing when I'm crawling around the trackside taking piccies:sad:. Now I'm torn.:confused:

A huge thank you to Mark Dryden (AKA Shaft) and Stuart Gray for organising the location for the MINI's and for the hugely discounted entry.:clap:

It is a shame the parade for the MINI's was stuck at the ass-end of the day, but I guess "someone/thing" had to come last. Alas time was ticking away, stomaches were empty and after-sun cream was calling.

A wee question for everyone... how come if we spent almost the entire day with our back to the wind, dodging rain clouds and hiding under £4 umbrella's do I look like a plum tomato? Liberal coats of after sun and I'm still gonna have time putting my head on the pillow tonight.

All worth it though - great day!:clap:

Well done also to the SMCC drivers who (for the most part) managed to keep the cars on all four wheels and gave us a thrilling 30 laps. And a HUGE well done to Al Cameron (Owner of the Dominion Cinema in Edinburgh) who was Mark Dryden's trusty co-driver for the day.:clap:

A.:thumbs up:

[AndyP & Lenore]

Opppps. Forgot this....

Craig is on his holypops this week and doesn't have access to a PC, so he asked me to post up his gratitude to Mark Dryden and Stuart at Knockhill for today.:clap:

Job done.:smilewinkgrin:

A.:D

[Scottie]

Ian Kings Mini well polished and a reflection of Allans old Oxygen Blue taken at Knockhill today was nice to meet the folks who now have her/him.

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[Bumble]

Had a fabbie day yesterday, checking out all the classic motors and some dramatic moments on the track. Thanks to Mark for sorting us out the deal :thumbs up:.

[stoney]

had a brill day sunburnt head but hay how

[ianking]

Had a great day yesterday thanks to Mark for a great discount day out.

Shame about the parade being so late, unfortunately I had to get away as my mate Paul and I had to get home.

Thanks Fi for the kind comments r.e my shine.

[Crombers]

apologies to ally for sleeping in but crombers did the same also :hand:


best part of the day for me was the "spirited" drive to the circuit eh crombers :lol::lol:

Yup apologies to Ally for the sleep in , no excuses :blush:

As for the drive up :eek:

or should I say :thumbs up: liked the way you took the 'line' on public roads :yes nod:

Grand day out, great deal for us all but a pity we did not all get the chance to parade in front of the crowd. That would have been a fantasitc sight to see. If the classic boys & girls hung about til the end then you deserve to take a bow.

Oh & how the fcuk am I burnt :confused:

[Stewart]

Embarrassed to say I seen Mr kings outstanding car close up, in fact if he’d seen me he would have probably came over as I was looking at those non swirl pillars like a real trainspotter, but still cant put a face to the car:blush:……Should have made an effort to find out who was who more…on a better note happy to have found out who the “apologies” Cinema people are…. Nice to put a few more faces to names on here…..:thumbs up:

[Knox18]

As for the drive up :eek:

or should I say :thumbs up: liked the way you took the 'line' on public roads :yes nod:



its the fastest way to get to knockhill at the speed limit of course :thumbs up::Whistle:

[mizemz]

great day yesterday was nice to put names to faces.
All cars were lookin great.
Im all red on the face 2 but what i found out is if the wind is strong on your face you can get wind burn so that maybe what it is or it could be from the little sun we did have lol xx

[Crombers]

its the fastest way to get to knockhill at the speed limit of course :thumbs up::Whistle:

Absolutley :rolleyes: :D

[Ally S]

no probs crombers and knox. By the sounds of it it was probably a good thing I was ahead of you guys :D

[weefossy]

Great day out, at a very reasonable price. Thanks again Mark.
Apologies also that we had to leave early, but I was feeling cr@p (cr@p)
Stayed off work today as I was no better, which is not like me.
Mom only had 1/2 a pork pie left so she was "happy as a sandman" :D

[Scottie]

some pictures taken by Allan from yesterday a mix of everything from the day. There is a couple of pics with captions underneath them so look out for them;).

Anyway hope you enjoy.:thumbs up:

click HERE (http://jalbum.net/browse/user/album/263028/)


and Hamish in front of another Mini:eek::eek maybe it wasn't Hamish driving:Whistle:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y96/scottiecoop/Hamish.jpg

[Mini Ecosse]

Crackin piccies:thumbs up:

[Stewart]

Great pics but thats some serious gear your man has, think he could have seen the pilot in the planes fillings with that Zoom lens.:D

http://file047b.bebo.com/4/large/2009/07/20/15/8670123900a11263813064l.jpg

http://file049b.bebo.com/6/large/2009/07/20/11/8670123900a11262503066l.jpg

http://file049b.bebo.com/5/large/2009/07/20/14/8670123900a11263612827l.jpg

http://file049b.bebo.com/6/large/2009/07/20/11/8670123900a11262503229l.jpg

http://file049b.bebo.com/6/large/2009/07/20/11/8670123900a11262502840l.jpg

[Knox18]

http://file047b.bebo.com/4/large/2009/07/20/15/8670123900a11263813064l.jpg


that white classic with red rims was also driven by a "knox" :thumbs up:

[Crombers]

that white classic with red rims was also driven by a "knox" :thumbs up:


Copyright law I tell you, get whoever it is paying you up :rolleyes: :Whistle:

[Duncan Stewart]

Fantastic event :cool: Loved seeing all these classic cars.
great photos everyone

[NeuroBeaker]

I was at this event too. Popped in briefly to ask about brakes when I saw someone else running GTT Spiroslots. :smilewinkgrin:

During the Classic Parade at the end of the day, I was the R50 with the hood up and the RAC in attendance... :blush: Turned out the battery gave up for no apparent reason (didn't run it down with anything) and the car wouldn't start. Never did find out why the headlights would flash when I tried to start it... a bit odd, but I guess strange things can happen with a battery at the end of its life.

Great to see all the pictures. :thumbs up:

All the best,
Andrew.

[Stewart]

Felt a bit sorry for the Mini owners doing the procession, There must have been all of sixteen people left watching. When you think that hill over from us was full of cars and by five there was only few lines.

I missed it having left just before six:blush:……What time did they go round mate?

[mini saltire]

I am just back from my holidays today so I am just catching up with the nms chat so apologies for the time delay.

I am glad you all enjoyed the day. Good to see so many of you making the effort to show off your cars. I agree that Knockhill dropped the ball on not getting the Minis out at lunchtime:frown: I will pass on your thoughts.

Thanks to all the usual suspects for their support... in fact no.... thanks for all their piss taking about another Drive shaft popping :moonie:;). If it wasn't for the humour I would defo be in tears by now!!:lol:

:clap::clap:A huge thank you to Chris Pearson for the use of his car. That saved us tip-toeing round another potential failure. What can I say Chris...Legend:clap::clap:

I thought we did well in the race to finish 5th considering the first time I had driven that car was straight out the pits after the driver change :eek:. You can't beat the feeling of complete uncertainty of a different car on different suspension combined with the fact that your belts are twisted and you are falling about inside the car trying to tighten the belts that can't get any tighter as they are now in complete knots :Whistle:. Combine that with a complete novice to racing cars in Al Cameron who took to the Minis very quickly and should be proud of his performance:clap:.

Thanks to all the guys at Mini Max yet again and I felt so sorry for Craig Noble who so nearly got out to play with the rest of us idiots!!

[NeuroBeaker]

Felt a bit sorry for the Mini owners doing the procession, There must have been all of sixteen people left watching. When you think that hill over from us was full of cars and by five there was only few lines.

I missed it having left just before six:blush:……What time did they go round mate?

Well, I gave the Mini owners some applause as they were going round - though I admit I was blushing quite a bit at the time. :blush:

I think it was 6:45pm that they went around. I had to call the RAC out early as I had realised early on when I tried to move the MINI to a more prime spot that it wasn't starting. Knockhill staff had told me they were locking the carpark at 7:00pm, so couldn't wait until after the Mini parade.

It was nice seeing a lot of the classics there that day. I remember one very interesting one that was mid- or rear-engined and looked pretty quick. Who owned that one?

All the best,
Andrew.

[Stewart]

The lads know the driver it’s a Honda type R engine apparently and goes like, well you can guess………………..I remember saying when they were saying they would buy it if they could. Not my kind of thing I like the original Mini’s Original.

[Burple]

Some more pics from the day.. maybe a wee bit late... :Whistle::blush:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2527/3761335205_676e81523b_o.jpg
:eek::eek::cool::cool: Wow! Love it!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2590/3761335021_44c2d41a8b_o.jpg
Looking good as ever! :cool:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2425/3762135988_b954ee0fb4_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2451/3761333375_033f37df44_o.jpg

Rest of them are on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/29054871@N02/sets/72157621858143022/)

:thumbs up:

[Stewart]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2425/3762135988_b954ee0fb4_o.jpg



Wait a mo these are inside....Balls missed them...did not see anything in them:frown:

[NeuroBeaker]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2425/3762135988_b954ee0fb4_o.jpg

Wait a mo these are inside....Balls missed them...did not see anything in them:frown:

Same here... I had no idea there was anything indoors. :blush:

Also, I never did figure out where they parked those F1-engined sprint cars... :frown:

[Burple]

Same here... I had no idea there was anything indoors. :blush:

Also, I never did figure out where they parked those F1-engined sprint cars... :frown:


:shut up:;)

...on the opposite side of these ones inside! along with a load of old classic bikes!
We spotted the Tiger on the way past through an open door, so nipped in for a nosey! :cool::thumbs up: