ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay.
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5.


POSSIBLES
1. Goran

I'll try to come along, but cannot confirm until nearer the time, sorry. It's the old fella's 65th on the 30th, and my brother is flying in around that time, not sure yet if I need to do the airport run, will update when i know for sure.

Bring em both... +++ I really want to perv a bit harder at your 6, but other folk probably want to see the D4....

I'm happy to come to the dealership / you and pick up/return the D4 if it helps. I would genuinely like a spin in one..... It would be interesting to see how it contrasts to the D3 and A7......

Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)

Update to mine

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO)
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)


POSSIBLES
1. Goran

I can't believe its at the leopard it's 1 mile from my dad's house, actually it's one of his locals! So I've got no excuse not to attend this year!
ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO)
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch ( I'll check the menu)

POSSIBLES
1. Goran

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO)
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch ( I'll check the menu)
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll have a look at the menu later.

POSSIBLES
1. Goran

Hi Architex mA8tey,
Just tried to PM you, seems your Quota is full!!!

Should be ok now thanks +++

Sadly I'm a definite no; family meal that lunchtime.

I remember trundling down the M40 from the last event there, in driving sleet, secure on my new winter tyres. :cool:

Sadly, I'm also a No: family commitments in Manchester then...

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch ( I'll check the menu)
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1

POSSIBLES
1. Goran

Can we have an update - anyone else coming or thinking of coming please copy the above list and add yourself to it! Thanks peeps +++

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch ( I'll check the menu)
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1
9. Borys +1

Which menu are we choosing from please

Any of the menus currently on their website Nick +++

I've said possible on Facebook, but in reality we're doing West Country and back 24th and 27th Dec and I've then got to drive back again on the 31st to take my Dad to hospital, so not sure I can face a solo drive to the Midlands as well.

If that changes I'll let you know :)

Thanks for all of your updates, let me know if any more of you are planning to attend please. The Leopard phoned me tonight to confirm we are still coming and asked for numbers and food choices by FRIDAY this week at the latest please +++

Hi Neil put me down for
Spiced lamb koftas with mint yoghurt
Tender belly pork with mustard mash, scrumpy jus & crackling
Homemade profiteroles with chocolate sauce
Please
Cheers dave

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch MENU CONFIRMED
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1. MENU CONFIRMED
9. Borys +1
10. Daviesbike

Hey - put me down for these off the Main Winter Menu please. :love:

Mushroom gratin topped with chorizo,
cheddar cheese & nacho crumb, with
tomato salsa £5.50

Moules frites - Steamed fresh mussels in garlic,
shallots, white wine, cream & parsley with
shoestring fries & warm crusty bread £12.00

Let's hope Santa brings me the 'Dodo Juice' stuff I asked for so that I can give the old girl a little TLC before the event. +++

Thanks PP +++ look forwards to seeing you there on Sunday!

Thinking a 'dirtiest car' contest would be a good idea

I'm sure if you leave your S8 with me for a few days I could bring it along clean!! :D

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch MENU CONFIRMED
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1. MENU CONFIRMED
9. Borys +1
10. Daviesbike
11. Botang - Matt MENU CONFIRMED

. . . If you've never seen a supercharged D2 S8 before then I strongly advise you to get along to this meet !!! :D

Oh dear, we have a family meal (at home) but SWMBO just hinted that maybe, just maybe I might be allowed out to play for a few hours if I'm very very good.......... :Confused:

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch MENU CONFIRMED
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1. MENU CONFIRMED
9. Borys +1
10. Daviesbike
11. Botang - Matt MENU CONFIRMED
12. DARRENJOE90 +1 Stopping for fuel a few times on the way there :rolleyes:

I may be a late entry/addition for tomorrow, if there's still space…it kinda depends when my kids leave home tomorrow, which may be earlier/AM, in which case I may make it - would it be ok to confirm in the morning Neil? (I'm flexible on food choices).

Hi Stephen, yes of course, be great to see you there if you can make it along, youve got my mobile, just give me a call +++

ATTENDEES
1. Architex mA8tey MENU CONFIRMED
2. Ainarssems, most likely alone, arrive around 11:30, depart around 3pm, no need to reserve anything from menu, will just take something on the day from whats available.
3. TC4332, I'll try to bring SWMBO, probably not be allowed without her. Will also take "pot luck" foodwise on the day. Will be driving from Wigan. 30th will be off to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. (Now bringing Son instead of SWMBO) MENUS CONFIRMED
4. moltuae (aka Mark) - As previously mentioned, will try to pop in on my way back oop north. No food reservation required for me either.
5. Trophy885 for sure, (can't really be off it as the venue is 3 miles up the road!!!)
6. Awolfinsheepsclothes I can arrive anytime in the morning, and I will be having lunch MENU CONFIRMED
7. Professor Peach - It looks like I may have a pass. Food is always good! I'll
have a look at the menu later.
8. TonUpKid + 1. MENU CONFIRMED
9. Borys +1
10. Daviesbike
11. Botang - Matt MENU CONFIRMED
12. DARRENJOE90 +1 Stopping for fuel a few times on the way there :rolleyes:
13. IT + daughter. No fuel stops required.... :p

The old boat has been cleaned and so is now 'presentable' for my first meet.
Do I need to wear a pink carnation so you recognise me, or will the fact that I'm driving a blue D2 S8 bellowing through a Miltek be ok?+++

Hi All,
I had plans to make my old lady look smart for tomorrow's meet but she gave me clip and told me to behave.
Seriously with the current weather and the amount of grit and salt on the M ways any polishing would be a waste of time. So I am afraid the quick wash my A8 had today will have to be enough. Hopefully the Annual meet will have better weather and a proper clean will be worthwhile.
Being stranded overnight near Mansfield last night meant I was short of time today. Yes, it was the snow, but not the A8's fault, I was in a Merc:o

Dont worry too much Ray, there is a hand car wash in leamington spa nearby if you're feeling desperate but the winter meet is more about saying hi over the festive period than judging how clean the cars are! see you tomorrow +++

I now have a vision of benny hill wearing a pink carnation so thanks for that! :rolleyes:

I can't say I'm too optimistic about it looking clean when I get there, but I had the chance, so though I would.:D

Well I'm gonna have to find one now aren't I.:rolleyes:

What road is that on, do you know? I was planning to stop off at one in Banbury on the way up from Oxford (where I'm presently staying after a whole, looong day of visiting in Southampton yesterday), but it would be good to have a second option if the Banbury hand car wash is closed.

Try http://www.carwashleamington.co.uk

Thanks! +++

We'll be heading up from our digs in Oxford in a couple of hours:
http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Vacatio...e_England.html
(nice place ... would recommend it).

That is, once I've defrosted the car, packed and loaded the boot:

http://i.imgur.com/yj51vBm.jpg
(taken a few minutes ago)


See you guys there :)


Mark