This Saturday 9th June - Anything going on in SW?

[LancerG]

Hi Guys

I have a "free day" on Saturday and a new car to play with, so is there anything going on this weekend ?

I think the weather might get in the way, but just thought i'd ask. Pref south of Bristol (i.e. the Southwest )

[Stubby Pete]

There's a rolling road day at MB Motorsport (for SW Kitcar Club). Gives you chance for a free coffee and a goosey at the workshop.

ETA Royal Cornwall Show

Edited by Stubby Pete on Friday 8th June 08:13

[LancerG]

See you at MB, i'll call you in the morn

Boring lot in the southwest this weekend !!

[lee st]

Not boring just busy. Give it a clean fill her up then park her up. That's my pistonheads Saturday bowling and beer in the evening.

[BuzyG]

LancerG said:

Boring lot in the southwest this weekend !!

Hum! Surfing last night, up at 5.oo this morning. More Surfing, what a beautiful morning, such a chore living in Cornwall and driving to the beach on a perfect silent Saturday morning, sun glinting over the moor. Just the odd early van to scoot past now and again. Now used up my fuel for the week end, so just washed the Z and put it back to bed. Lawns next.

Enjoy Your Day and give us a report on how the new Lancer Compares to the XKR,. Must be quite a change. Plus those back seats will come in handy.

[Stubby Pete]

BuzyG said:

. . . . . . Plus those back seats will come in handy.

For carrying children, not making them. At his age, he'd put his back out!!

[wessexrfc]

LancerG said:

See you at MB, i'll call you in the morn

Boring lot in the southwest this weekend !!

Giles, you need AKA after your new user name. Been out testing my mates new GT2, very nice bit of kit. Been tuned to RS power........600bhp. Lovely bit of kit, can see why Martin is so keen on his GT3. Sorry I missed this, hope you had a good day.

[TDIfurby]

Going to Bristol Volksfest tomorrow, but has been on all weekend. Just off the Cribbs junction, Washingpool Farm.

[LancerG]

In all my years I am still to see any 911's actually giving it the beans properly. 600hp sounds awesome, i'd like to play with that

I have watched the Cup races, but that doesnt count. I'm refering to never having my "doors blown off" by a 911 on the road.

I cant say that about a Noble !!!

[carsarecool]

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It's not always about how fast you get there.

It's how you get there.

Drive one, then you'll 'get it'

How's that nice saloon car

[LancerG]

carsarecool said:

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It's not always about how fast you get there.
It's how you get there.
Drive one, then you'll 'get it'
How's that nice saloon car

Unfortunately I have driven 2! it was only a 996 carrera and a 964 but I was dissapointed.

I was also put off by the volume of 996 engine cylinder faults. I think its just the germanic cars, i dont like the bland style of german cars like Audi or BMW and the porker felt very similar.
I think if I had one, it would need to be a GT version or a turbo and i'm not willing to spend that much on a third car.

Anyway i'm not knocking the car, I just find they are never driven on the edge. I think your silver Turbo was the quickest ive seen one pushed, and that wasnt at full chat.

[carsarecool]

Agree Giles.

I wouldn't have a c2 or c4 to be honest. Very nice but just too civilised for a weekend sports car.

Turbos are monstrously quick but ultimately a bit one dimensional.

GT cars though are a different animal altogether

[wessexrfc]

carsarecool said:

Agree Giles.

I wouldn't have a c2 or c4 to be honest. Very nice but just too civilised for a weekend sports car.

Turbos are monstrously quick but ultimately a bit one dimensional.

GT cars though are a different animal altogether

We tested a new 4S and even with 400+ bhp it didn't feel quick. This thing is twin turbo and as you say Martin, it is a different beast. When I drove it I wouldn't say it was that much quicker than mine, but much more refined.
If you want to see one ragged, look out for a white one with black wheels around the Crediton area!!

[LancerG]

carsarecool said:

Agree Giles.
I wouldn't have a c2 or c4 to be honest. Very nice but just too civilised for a weekend sports car.
Turbos are monstrously quick but ultimately a bit one dimensional.
GT cars though are a different animal altogether

Martin - only one thing for it, your going to have to prove me wrong and take me out in yours !

[BuzyG]

carsarecool said:

Agree Giles.

I wouldn't have a c2 or c4 to be honest. Very nice but just too civilised for a weekend sports car.

Turbos are monstrously quick but ultimately a bit one dimensional.

GT cars though are a different animal altogether

Have to agree. I never got the 911. until I did a few runs, (Passenger) at VMax, in a 996GT2Ruf. The first time we swept around the top bend onto the main runway was a revelation. I had no idea a road car could go around a corner that fast, in perfect harmony no drama, just pure brilliance. The straight was positively boring in compassion. I've driven faster cars but never one so polished.