101 and still changes the oil in her old Packard?!
Check her out here. Be sure to watch the video imbedded in the article.
You'll love this video!
Hi David
Good video of the new McLaren at the Nurburgring....a modern Brit car that I would like........I'd get the orange as well. Bruce McLaren's colours on his race cars.
Joe
(This is the first car I have seen that truly looks like it has been shot out of a cannon! Incredibly quick! I would take the orange as well, or the black one, or the red one, or—you get my point. BTW, Horst certainly knows how to get the best out a car! - David)
Good video of the new McLaren at the Nurburgring....a modern Brit car that I would like........I'd get the orange as well. Bruce McLaren's colours on his race cars.
Joe
(This is the first car I have seen that truly looks like it has been shot out of a cannon! Incredibly quick! I would take the orange as well, or the black one, or the red one, or—you get my point. BTW, Horst certainly knows how to get the best out a car! - David)
Elle Va!
Here is a movie of our first view of Kelvin and his Westfield in motion:
It was presumptuous of us to assume that last weekend's run was the last of the season, as ten cars showed up at Kelvin's place Sunday afternoon under reasonably warm and sunny skies to escort his Westfield on its maiden voyage. With the low white skateboard in the lead, we wandered up north along the 102 and stopped for a bit at the (closed for the season) Moonlight Restaurant to call Alex and Lise and warn them of our imminent arrival in Nackawic. Once at the home of the world's largest axe, we stopped for tee & pee and chatted. We may have made some new members as we talked for some time to a gent who has a Mini and is in the process of restoring a Karmann Ghia ("Wow, great car!"). We finally loaded up in the midst of numerous locals who showed considerable interest in our group and headed back to Freddy on the 105. The trip was not without incident when John Bowles ran out of gas. He'd mentioned that his gauge was not working and had a spare gas can with him so the stoppage was (thankfully) brief. Although the skies had clouded over and the temperature was dropping, I found the trip home much more enjoyable than the trip up as the 105 is a gorgeous piece of road.
Bob E.
Here are photos of our autumn run from Stephen W.
AND photos on the move from Ellie here.
AND HERE is a better movie of Kelvin starting his Westfield. Vic's first shot at uploading to YouTube—very successfully.
It was presumptuous of us to assume that last weekend's run was the last of the season, as ten cars showed up at Kelvin's place Sunday afternoon under reasonably warm and sunny skies to escort his Westfield on its maiden voyage. With the low white skateboard in the lead, we wandered up north along the 102 and stopped for a bit at the (closed for the season) Moonlight Restaurant to call Alex and Lise and warn them of our imminent arrival in Nackawic. Once at the home of the world's largest axe, we stopped for tee & pee and chatted. We may have made some new members as we talked for some time to a gent who has a Mini and is in the process of restoring a Karmann Ghia ("Wow, great car!"). We finally loaded up in the midst of numerous locals who showed considerable interest in our group and headed back to Freddy on the 105. The trip was not without incident when John Bowles ran out of gas. He'd mentioned that his gauge was not working and had a spare gas can with him so the stoppage was (thankfully) brief. Although the skies had clouded over and the temperature was dropping, I found the trip home much more enjoyable than the trip up as the 105 is a gorgeous piece of road.
Bob E.
Here are photos of our autumn run from Stephen W.
AND photos on the move from Ellie here.
AND HERE is a better movie of Kelvin starting his Westfield. Vic's first shot at uploading to YouTube—very successfully.
FATCAPK ?!
To see more amazing photos of this event, click here.
Sunday Outing
Sunday, October 23rd. at 1:00 PM
Power trial run for Kelvin P's refurbished Westfield Roadster.
Gather at Kelvin's house on 69 Carriage Hill Dr (just off the old Woodstock Rd) for 1:00 PM
Drive north on Route 102 to Dumfries and first pit stop for tweaks if necessary.
Then onto Nackawic for refreshments.
Return home via Route 102 before dark.
- Jim B.
Power trial run for Kelvin P's refurbished Westfield Roadster.
Gather at Kelvin's house on 69 Carriage Hill Dr (just off the old Woodstock Rd) for 1:00 PM
Drive north on Route 102 to Dumfries and first pit stop for tweaks if necessary.
Then onto Nackawic for refreshments.
Return home via Route 102 before dark.
- Jim B.
Bob E's Report on October Meeting
Thirty two (or more depending on who did the counting) folks took over the Diamond House Chinese restaurant in Oromocto on Wednesday evening. We may have to stick to larger places in the future as we barely fit. It was a noisy bunch who all but shouted Jim down when he tried to take the floor and he had to wait until food orders had been taken. As the driving season is on its last legs there wasn't much to report. The run on Sunday was a huge success but then everybody already knew that. Jim relayed news on the Christmas party. It will be on the 10th of December at the Woodford's. That's the TENTH. Chisel it into your kitchen cupboards now so that you'll be reminded every time you reach for a glass.
Gary introduced new members Rhonda Thomas and Danny Copp with their Miata. They have threatened to get their '72 Mini on the road and were offered the services of FATCAPK (FABAC Traveling Circus & Pit Crew). They've already attended a few gatherings and aren't really all that new but it was a chance to formally recognize them.
Kelvin dropped by long enough to report that the first outing of FATCAPK was a success. The Westfield started first turn of the key with perfect oil pressure and no leaks. This means we've been anointed and are now a serious threat.
The next meeting will be held at Dimitri's Greek restaurant in the Tannery.
Bob E.
Gary introduced new members Rhonda Thomas and Danny Copp with their Miata. They have threatened to get their '72 Mini on the road and were offered the services of FATCAPK (FABAC Traveling Circus & Pit Crew). They've already attended a few gatherings and aren't really all that new but it was a chance to formally recognize them.
Kelvin dropped by long enough to report that the first outing of FATCAPK was a success. The Westfield started first turn of the key with perfect oil pressure and no leaks. This means we've been anointed and are now a serious threat.
The next meeting will be held at Dimitri's Greek restaurant in the Tannery.
Bob E.
Convoy to Oromocto
For those who want to travel to the Diamond House restaurant in Oromocto as a group, we'll be departing Tim Hortons on the Hanwell Rd promptly at 5:15 PM.
BTW : The menu is posted on page 224 in the Yellow Pages.
- Gary and Barb
BTW : The menu is posted on page 224 in the Yellow Pages.
- Gary and Barb
FABAC Meeting this Wednesday
These things roll around pretty quickly I find. It seems we just ate! ;-)
We shall congregate on October 19th in Oromocto at the Diamond House restaurant (261 Restigouche Road). Eating at 6:00PM. Often people gather to chat from 5:30 onward.
See you there!
We shall congregate on October 19th in Oromocto at the Diamond House restaurant (261 Restigouche Road). Eating at 6:00PM. Often people gather to chat from 5:30 onward.
See you there!
Report by Bob E on the OktoberFest Run
Despite darkening skies and imminent rain a full 20 cars responded to what is likely our last run of the season. Jim B led us all over the back hills around Sussex and Norton where we enjoyed the fall colours. A few folks departed before Sussex due to prior commitments and a group from St Johns joined us for a bit on our way to the restaurant. We where also delighted to have the Sweets (now of PEI) join us for supper.
A rousing crowd took over the parking lot, then the restaurant and wolfed down lots of German fare. Alex and Lise dressed for the occasion in lederhosen and a dirndl. More than one of us confirmed Alex's opinion that his wife was indeed 'hot'.
The return trip was not without a bit of rain which the 'Jims' took as a challenge and kept their tops own. Snug (and smug) with our tops comfortably in place through the rain squalls I'm sure I'm not the only one who later regretted it as the sky cleared and a lovely fall twilight ensued.
A thanks to everyone who showed up to send off the summer weather and a special thanks to Jim B for putting the run together.
Photos by Bob E are here.
Photos by Ellie are here.
A rousing crowd took over the parking lot, then the restaurant and wolfed down lots of German fare. Alex and Lise dressed for the occasion in lederhosen and a dirndl. More than one of us confirmed Alex's opinion that his wife was indeed 'hot'.
The return trip was not without a bit of rain which the 'Jims' took as a challenge and kept their tops own. Snug (and smug) with our tops comfortably in place through the rain squalls I'm sure I'm not the only one who later regretted it as the sky cleared and a lovely fall twilight ensued.
A thanks to everyone who showed up to send off the summer weather and a special thanks to Jim B for putting the run together.
Photos by Bob E are here.
Photos by Ellie are here.
As the weather grows cooler...
...I dress warmer. I almost wore this for the OktoberFest Run, but decided to wait until it snowed. ;-)
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I'm really looking forward to our Oktober-Fest run
I hope lots of people are going to take in this run. Beautiful trees these days and a pretty fine day predicted. I went to Saint John in the Morgan (top down) yesterday (Tuesday) morning. The temperature was 4ºC when I left. It was a bit chilly but if one dresses for it, how good it feels to be on the open road these final days for that opportunity. Ahhhh, the Morgan sounded so good! Can't wait until Sunday! See you then!
- David
- David
Phil wonders...
...if any of our MGB owners are planning to participate:
http://www.mgb50.com/MGB50/MGB_50_Home.html
http://www.mgb50.com/MGB50/MGB_50_Home.html
" OOMPAH — OOMPAH"
FABAC OCTOBER FEST RUN
Giermindel Gasthof Old Bavarian Restaurant
1130 Knightville Road
( payments cash or cheque only )
( payments cash or cheque only )
Club gather at Ramada Inn (north side) at noon on Sunday October 16th and leave at 12:30 PM (rain or shine)
Tour layout:
- Jemseg, then Cambridge Narrows (1st rest stop)
- turn left on route 710,
- turn right on Salmon Creek Rd. and drive through to Apohaqui.
- Next Sussex and parade through town to Main St. Irving Service Station (2nd. rest stop).
- We then take route 890 to Smith Creek
- turn right on Knightville Rd. to Gasthof.
Hope Saint John members will join us.
Please post your intentions on comments.
Jim B. 459-7631
Well, that went well!
In case you missed it.
Here's the story/pictures of the Ferrari that ended up in the drink at the recent Targa in Newfoundland.
http://ca.autoblog.com/2011/09/16/ferrari-enzo-splashes-into-the-atlantic-ocean-at-the-2011-targa/#continued
http://ca.autoblog.com/2011/09/16/ferrari-enzo-splashes-into-the-atlantic-ocean-at-the-2011-targa/#continued
Bob and Johanna on the McAdam train ride
We even got robbed by a bunch of cowboys, complete with toy guns.
We met a lot of very pleasant train affectionatas. Even lost Bruce at one point, and for the rest of the trip people were coming up to me asking me if I had found my husband...
All in all, it was a great day.
Johanna
Winter storage?
Hi David:
I am looking for a safe and dry place to store my MGB this winter starting in November. Could you post this on your Blog site to see if any members have information on storage areas for cars?
Thanks.
Arnie
Arnie and Lorraine
1977 MGB
I am looking for a safe and dry place to store my MGB this winter starting in November. Could you post this on your Blog site to see if any members have information on storage areas for cars?
Thanks.
Arnie
Arnie and Lorraine
1977 MGB
Nice to hear from the Sweets
Hi David
Hope all is well with you. Pat and I are doing well here on the Island. We do miss the club however and check out your fine web work on a regular basis. It appears that you have had a great summer of tours and activities. Lots of great write-ups and photos.
I was just checking out the online version of the Globe and Mail and came across an article on LBCs and thought I would point it out in case you hadn’t already seen it. The link to the page is http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/car-life/classic-cars/a-starters-guide-to-little-british-cars/article2185489/
Hope to see you all at the Octoberfest run to the Gasthof later this month.
Bob
Hope all is well with you. Pat and I are doing well here on the Island. We do miss the club however and check out your fine web work on a regular basis. It appears that you have had a great summer of tours and activities. Lots of great write-ups and photos.
I was just checking out the online version of the Globe and Mail and came across an article on LBCs and thought I would point it out in case you hadn’t already seen it. The link to the page is http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/car-life/classic-cars/a-starters-guide-to-little-british-cars/article2185489/
Hope to see you all at the Octoberfest run to the Gasthof later this month.
Bob
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