Swedish Day Sunday 11th May 2014. One for the calendar later this year. http://www.swedishday.co.uk Note it's not at Haynes this year New Venue for 2014 Haselbury Mill, Haselbury Plucknett, Somerset TA18 7NY
Im deffo up for this :)
Watch the 2013 video on the website, at 48 seconds, you can see the sweed roll up :) I'm in and I would imagine chavboy will probably turn up too :)
Looks like I'll have to swap shifts, would be good to be there.
Hope it's not in a field this year?
Added to calender..
[QUOTE=Nealevo;676425]Hope it's not in a field this year?[/QUOTE] If it is hope they can cut the grass !.
If we can come there will be cake..... just sayin
[QUOTE=Nealevo;676425]Hope it's not in a field this year?[/QUOTE] looks like it`s in a farm yard :)
Tempted ;)
Should be there, but still stopping at SParkford Maccy Ds for breakfast. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;676516]Should be there, but still stopping at SParkford Maccy Ds for breakfast. ;)[/QUOTE] Goes without saying mate.
Was ment to go last year but was busy so mite try again, quite along way though, is it worth the drive?
[QUOTE=Saaamon;676542]Was ment to go last year but was busy so mite try again, quite along way though, is it worth the drive?[/QUOTE] yep this will be the third year in a row with me from Harwich, hopefully AndysR will make a appearance too.
I'll be there :)
3hrs each way.... I'm sure I could, if there will be cake!!
[QUOTE=Nealevo;676571]3hrs each way.... I'm sure I could, if there will be cake!![/QUOTE] if you do Neal, bring some more of that detailing spray :)
[QUOTE=merc85;676573]if you do Neal, bring some more of that detailing spray :)[/QUOTE] Will do mate, anything else?
I'll come, but only if the car is done. (or at least running)
[QUOTE=claymore;676600]I'll come, but only if the car is done. (or at least running)[/QUOTE] You better turn up claymore, otherwise I'll eat your hotdog. :hilarious
I'll be coming for sure, along with the AA and boot load of spare oil and car parts......(ok, may be joking about the last bits but I'll be there). And yes, I'll meet you all at FatDonalds for another artery clogging breakfast or a pre-meet chat at the very least. The reason it's been moved this year is because they can't afford the bill for cutting the grass and Haynes are really annoyed about some Volvo owners last year trashing the jungle with their AWD's and leaving angle gear parts behind in the process. :hilarious :D (just kidding) :B_thumb:
It will be good to meet some more members who I haven't met yet along with all the rest that I met last year.
I'll be there as will he who should not be named
hi, you are quicker than me again. Just to answer a few notes above, the venue is an old mill (not a farm) and the cars will be parked on a "Lawn". Grass kept short as lots of events are held here. hopefully here is all the info you might need: SWEDISH DAY UK 11TH MAY 2014 We invite you all to the 7th Swedish Day UK. 2014 sees a new venue and new ideas, but the show is still for those interested in Swedish vehicles including Swedish commercial vehicles as well as all other Swedish products. Our new home is at Haslebury Mill, just outside Crewkerne. A fantastic old 19th Centaury Mill with lots of history everywhere you look. The main Swedish Day will take place on the Sunday but this year we are planning to make the show into a longer event for those wishing to make a weekend of it all. On the Saturday afternoon you can enjoy a tour of the local countryside with a road trip being organised by Etienne Morsa who lives in Belgium but loves England. Saturday evening will see a carvery cooked by the chefs at the Mill. Limited camping will be available if wanted. For the first time we have introduced a vehicle fee of £5.00. (no charge for occupants or foot visitors) This is to help us with running costs and monies left over will be donated to a charity. The chosen charity for 2014 is “Cancer Research UK” Each vehicle owner will be given a raffle ticket, as a thank you, for a nice gift. On Sunday, the chiefs will cook up a breakfast for those arriving hungry as well as a Hog Roast at lunch time. The Mill’s bar will also be available during the day. There will be an area available for a few trade stands and auto jumble alongside our sponsor’s displays. As always the event will be a leisurely day out, come along, park up and meet friends old and new, chat, admire, eat, drink and chat a bit more. There will be a few prizes given out, favourite Saab/Volvo, favourite truck, furthest travelled etc. Application forms can be found on the web site; however they will also be in the presentation pack on the day if required. Thank you very much for supporting the first years of Swedish Day with a big thank you to Haynes for their support in the early years. More details at www.swedishday.co.uk Any questions. please email me. We look forward to seeing you on the 11th May.
[QUOTE=robinmorley;679805]hi, you are quicker than me again. Just to answer a few notes above, the venue is an old mill (not a farm) and the cars will be parked on a "Lawn". Grass kept short as lots of events are held here. hopefully here is all the info you might need: SWEDISH DAY UK 11TH MAY 2014 We invite you all to the 7th Swedish Day UK. 2014 sees a new venue and new ideas, but the show is still for those interested in Swedish vehicles including Swedish commercial vehicles as well as all other Swedish products. Our new home is at Haslebury Mill, just outside Crewkerne. A fantastic old 19th Centaury Mill with lots of history everywhere you look. The main Swedish Day will take place on the Sunday but this year we are planning to make the show into a longer event for those wishing to make a weekend of it all. On the Saturday afternoon you can enjoy a tour of the local countryside with a road trip being organised by Etienne Morsa who lives in Belgium but loves England. Saturday evening will see a carvery cooked by the chefs at the Mill. Limited camping will be available if wanted. For the first time we have introduced a vehicle fee of £5.00. (no charge for occupants or foot visitors) This is to help us with running costs and monies left over will be donated to a charity. The chosen charity for 2014 is “Cancer Research UK” Each vehicle owner will be given a raffle ticket, as a thank you, for a nice gift. On Sunday, the chiefs will cook up a breakfast for those arriving hungry as well as a Hog Roast at lunch time. The Mill’s bar will also be available during the day. There will be an area available for a few trade stands and auto jumble alongside our sponsor’s displays. As always the event will be a leisurely day out, come along, park up and meet friends old and new, chat, admire, eat, drink and chat a bit more. There will be a few prizes given out, favourite Saab/Volvo, favourite truck, furthest travelled etc. Application forms can be found on the web site; however they will also be in the presentation pack on the day if required. Thank you very much for supporting the first years of Swedish Day with a big thank you to Haynes for their support in the early years. More details at www.swedishday.co.uk Any questions. please email me. We look forward to seeing you on the 11th May.[/QUOTE] Looking forward to it!
Just to bump this up,two months away.
I'm still in :)
I'm still in as well, I'm off work on the 11th anyway and booked some leave afterwards as well. I look forward to seeing some of you again as it's been nearly a year since we met.
We're still in.:D
I'm glad Harvey bumped this with 2 months to go, Graham will need to set off soon to stand a chance of getting there on time..... ;) :hilarious :hidesbehi
[QUOTE=JamesT5;693390]I'm glad Harvey bumped this with 2 months to go, Graham will need to set off soon to stand a chance of getting there on time..... ;) :hilarious :hidesbehi[/QUOTE] Your right ! After the event Anne and I will be travelling the opposite way.....a couple of days break in Cornwall sounds nice.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;693404]Your right ! After the event Anne and I will be travelling the opposite way.....a couple of days break in Cornwall sounds nice.[/QUOTE] So it the same way as me then,hope we get to see some sunshine.
[QUOTE=Harvey;693417]So it the same way as me then,hope we get to see some sunshine.[/QUOTE] Not down in Cornwall you won't ;) always bloody raining there!! Hahaha
[QUOTE=RichT4;693423]Not down in Cornwall you won't ;) always bloody raining there!! Hahaha[/QUOTE] I am sure Graham won't mind the rain as he is off to fiscal beach Newquay with his wet suit and surfboard under his arm..... :shockedbi
[QUOTE=Harvey;693417]So it the same way as me then,hope we get to see some sunshine.[/QUOTE] We'll be following you back mate.....Anne was just saying how kind it is of you putting us up for a while lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;693425]We'll be following you back mate.....Anne was just saying how kind it is of you putting us up for a while lol[/QUOTE] I could ask the boss ?.
[QUOTE=Harvey;693431]I could ask the boss ?.[/QUOTE] I'm only pulling your leg mate, may be in touch soon to see if you have any recommendations though.
Im defo in on this if my miss's hasnt had the baby by then
Swedish Day is creeping up faster than ever this year but I wanted to check in with a few extra details. Camping.... We went to the Mill the other day and looked at the camping and caravan options, there is room for about 10 tents but your car would not be beside you. The grassed area is behind a fence. There is no charge but you will need to remember there is no toilet outside business hours. Toilets are inside the Bar and restaurant. The area for the caravans is behind the Tithe Barn on hard standing with space for about 20 vans but again please let me know, You can stay both Saturday and Sunday night but please be aware that there is a wedding taking place in the barn so music could go on until the small hours. No charge again but as with the tents, no toilets after hours. The Saturday tour is coming together very well, Etienne has arranged a very nice slow country tour covering about 55 miles and including visits to a pottery, a cider mill and Lyme Regis. We are still planning the Saturday night carvery and details will be next on the list. On the Sunday, Rob Voisey from XLPest, will be there with a few hawks and an owl for you to admire. Lance Cole has offered a prize for a new category, 'Most characterful oily rag Swede' oily rag being a dirty old unrestored but daily driver, so no excuse now, Any questions? please PM and I will get to you as soon as possible. I think that's it for now, until next time.... Robin.
Well just about 30 days to go.
[QUOTE=Harvey;702355]Well just about 30 days to go.[/QUOTE] I'll be ready, I found a little car show to attend on the 1st so I'll have the car looking sweet for that, then it'll just be a quick detail for the 11th :)
4 weeks this Sunday to be exact. Looking forward to it, I just need to do a bit of tidying up on the T5. Hopefully the weather will be better this year because last year was a bit chilly and it tried to rain on my Hotdog........
We shall be there. Just got to decide weither to bring one car or both x
[QUOTE=D5 Sophie;703088]We shall be there. Just got to decide weither to bring one car or both x[/QUOTE] Who's we?
[QUOTE=stribo;703125]Who's we?[/QUOTE] I'm guessing, YOU and Her? :)
[QUOTE=RichT4;703192]I'm guessing, YOU and Her? :)[/QUOTE] No, I'm going with my wife. ;)
I've just seen the long range forecast for the middle of May and it ain't pretty folks. Prepare to bring a brolley......... :saythat: peepo
They haven't got a clue what the weather's going to do tomorrow, let alone in a months time.
[QUOTE=stribo;703840]They haven't got a clue what the weather's going to do tomorrow, let alone in a months time.[/QUOTE] Long range forecast is for rain and Low Pressure Mid-May. I actually hope they're wrong, honestly.... :D
I know one thing for sure I`m not standing in a field in the pissing rain.
[QUOTE=oblark;703874]I know one thing for sure I`m not standing in a field in the pissing rain.[/QUOTE] I would guess the pub/restaurant will have a good day then.
Just realised I'm on course this weekend so I won't be going!
[QUOTE=JamesT5;703873]Long range forecast is for rain and Low Pressure Mid-May. I actually hope they're wrong, honestly.... :D[/QUOTE] But it's a guess, they have no idea.
I've done a full detail on the R so she will just need a quick detail on the Saturday. Steve remember to keep an eye on Rachel and the gas!! I can bring an extinguisher from work as a precaution if you want? :p
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;704404]I've done a full detail on the R so she will just need a quick detail on the Saturday. Steve remember to keep an eye on Rachel and the gas!! I can bring an extinguisher from work as a precaution if you want? :p[/QUOTE] Yeah, she won't be allowed anywhere near that this year. ;)
You had any thoughts on what time you're leaving yet?
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;706725]You had any thoughts on what time you're leaving yet?[/QUOTE] It's a long way.....I've already left !
Lol that doesn't surprise me one bit lol. :p
Just thinking now it's a bit nearer the time are we going to do a list who's going ?,as it's two weeks today !.
[QUOTE=Harvey;706754]Just thinking now it's a bit nearer the time are we going to do a list who's going ?,as it's two weeks today !.[/QUOTE] 1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;706756]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72[/QUOTE] As the pair of you will be in the same car you only need to put one name on the list :)
Coming on the assumption my car will be fixed. :D 1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 5. JudgeNinja
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo.
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;706725]You had any thoughts on what time you're leaving yet?[/QUOTE] No, though I guess we'll meet up at Popham services as we have in previous years.
[QUOTE=stribo;706847]No, though I guess we'll meet up at Popham services as we have in previous years.[/QUOTE] Sounds like a plan, just let us know what time and we'll be there.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;706852]Sounds like a plan, just let us know what time and we'll be there.[/QUOTE] Depends if you want to stop at MacDonalds at Sparkford. ;)
And there was me thinking that that was where we were meeting.. So where is it?
[QUOTE=stribo;706853]Depends if you want to stop at MacDonalds at Sparkford. ;)[/QUOTE] Didn't think of that.....
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;706857]And there was me thinking that that was where we were meeting.. So where is it?[/QUOTE] We normally meet up with Sharkey, Graham and Annemarie at Popham services, then head down to Maccy D's in convoy. This year it's being held at http://www.haselburymill.co.uk/ [QUOTE=V70 Graham;706858]Didn't think of that.....[/QUOTE] If you want a Maccy D's breakfast we'll have to meet at about 7.30.
[QUOTE=stribo;706853]Depends if you want to stop at MacDonalds at Sparkford. ;)[/QUOTE] I was under the impression that everyone was meeting they and then racing (driving) down to the event.
[QUOTE=oblark;706891]I was under the impression that everyone was meeting they and then [COLOR="#FF0000"]racing [/COLOR](driving) down to the event.[/QUOTE] Can't do that, V70Graham would never keep up.... ;) :smileypul
[QUOTE=oblark;706891]I was under the impression that everyone was meeting they and then racing (driving) down to the event.[/QUOTE] They may be, but we meet up beforehand.
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 [COLOR="#FF0000"]+ AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist[/COLOR] :hilarious 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo.
I'll only be doing 40MPH if the 19"s fit..
[QUOTE=JamesT5;706898]Can't do that, V70Graham would never keep up.... ;) :smileypul[/QUOTE] Dead right mate, we're off to Cornwall for a few days straight from the meet so the car will be loaded with supplies.....don't want my Horlicks shaken about !
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho :) )
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707606]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho :) )[/QUOTE] What's wrong with the Volvo?
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai
Gonna try my best to make it wife permitting
[QUOTE=c70geoff;707754]Gonna try my best to make it wife permitting[/QUOTE] It's on a Saturday mate, she'll be working. ;)
Lol nice can't make Saturday gotta help in the new shop but looking to be driving down early Sunday morning
[QUOTE=stribo;707758]It's on a Saturday mate, she'll be working. ;)[/QUOTE] Saturday ?. It's Sunday.
[QUOTE=Harvey;707763]Saturday ?. It's Sunday.[/QUOTE] That's what I thought.
There's no arguing about the date on this one boys, someone else decided that lol.
I'm still hoping to make it assuming my car is fixed by then, although don't expect the wheels to be finished folks, I'll just be glad to have the car back if I'm honest.
[QUOTE=tichai;707634]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 [COLOR="#FF0000"]+ AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist [/COLOR] 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai[/QUOTE] LMAO, someone has actually copied it in to their reply....... :hilarious
[QUOTE=Harvey;707763]Saturday ?. It's Sunday.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=V70 Graham;707775]That's what I thought.[/QUOTE] Just checking you're both awake.;)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707777]There's no arguing about the date on this one boys, someone else decided that lol.[/QUOTE] But they can argue over the meeting time/place.
[QUOTE=oblark;707792]But they can argue over the meeting time/place.[/QUOTE] What 24 hours at McDonald's Sparkford !.:uglyhamme
[QUOTE=oblark;707792]But they can argue over the meeting time/place.[/QUOTE] There's no argument about that, because we agreed by consensus, rather than being dictated to.:P
[QUOTE=stribo;707798]There's no argument about that, because we agreed by consensus, rather than being dictated to.:P[/QUOTE] AAAHHHH yeah, you`re meeting at popham services then belting down to the event so $$$$ anyone else who wants to meet at sparkford service and ALL drive in as GROUP !!!!!! I forgot we all have own GROUPS on this forum........
[QUOTE=oblark;707808]AAAHHHH yeah, you`re meeting at popham services then belting down to the event so $$$$ anyone else who wants to meet at sparkford service and ALL drive in as GROUP !!!!!! I forgot we all have own GROUPS on this forum........[/QUOTE] Not that it affects you in any way, as you're not coming, but, we're meeting at Popham, then driving down for the main meet at Sparkford, having brekkie, then all driving to the event as a club.
[QUOTE=stribo;707809]Not that it affects you in any way, [SIZE=5][COLOR="#FF0000"]as you're not coming[/COLOR][/SIZE], but, we're meeting at Popham, then driving down for the main meet at Sparkford, having brekkie, then all driving to the event as a club.[/QUOTE] Excuss me but who said I wasn`t coming.
[QUOTE=oblark;707818]Excuss me but who said I wasn`t coming.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=tichai;707634]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai[/QUOTE] I can't see your name in the list, and it's not as if you haven't been posting on this thread, or is worrying about our arrangements more important than adding your name?
No good me meeting at popham services
[QUOTE=c70geoff;707828]No good me meeting at popham services[/QUOTE] Maccy d in Sparkford then dude :)
That's more like it
[QUOTE=c70geoff;707828]No good me meeting at popham services[/QUOTE] We'll see you at Sparkford mate, only the elite few meet at Popham. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;707832]We'll see you at Sparkford mate, only the elite few meet at Popham. ;)[/QUOTE] That's me out then. :D
[QUOTE=stribo;707832]We'll see you at Sparkford mate, only the elite few meet at Popham. ;)[/QUOTE] Elite few So what u doing going then pmsl
[QUOTE=stribo;707820]I can't see your name in the list, and it's not as if you haven't been posting on this thread, or is worrying about our arrangements more important than adding your name?[/QUOTE] Post 23 :P
[QUOTE=c70geoff;707835]Elite few So what u doing going then pmsl[/QUOTE] I'm just making up the numbers lol.
I'll see you post 23, and raise you with post 60. ;)
So what are you saying................ if your name not on the list your not coming ?
[QUOTE=oblark;707842]So what are you saying................ if your name not on the list your not coming ?[/QUOTE] Is that not how an attendance list works?
Now who is the dictator !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gate crashing is much more fun
[QUOTE=oblark;707848]Now who is the dictator !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!![/QUOTE] How's that dictating? So if you're ever invited somewhere, let's say a wedding, you don't RSVP, as you don't want to be dictated to. I have noticed you never have a problem putting your name on the list for the softies meet, or is that because you're the one doing the dictating?
[QUOTE=stribo;707852]How's that dictating? So if you're ever invited somewhere, let's say a wedding, you don't RSVP, as you don't want to be dictated to. I have noticed you never have a problem putting your name on the list for the softies meet, or is that because you're the one doing the dictating?[/QUOTE] Over the past few months I started the softies meet threads so of course I would put my name down. You normally get INVITED to a wedding you don`t have to put your name to attend !!!!!!! You are telling me as my name is not down for the Swedish day I can`t go ................................ now that is dictating.
[QUOTE=oblark;707855]Over the past few months I started the softies meet threads so of course I would put my name down. You normally get INVITED to a wedding you don`t have to put your name to attend !!!!!!! You are telling me as my name is not down for the Swedish day I can`t go ................................ now that is dictating.[/QUOTE] I didn't say you couldn't go, you asked that if your name wasn't down, that meant you weren't going, if you haven't put your name on the attendance list, that would suggest you weren't going.
Can my Nan come? :)
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;707861]Can my Nan come? :)[/QUOTE] Of course mate, just stick her down on the attendance list. ;)
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) Oblark your going as I want to question you about ecu's... And then you can confuse me with your answers. Lol.
Wear abouts is this. Postcode please. Guessing its a million miles away from me
[QUOTE=graemewelch;708362]Wear abouts is this. Postcode please. Guessing its a million miles away from me[/QUOTE] Sparkford in Somerset mate, about 6 - 7 hours drive for you I guess.
[QUOTE=JamesT5;708364]Sparkford in Somerset mate, about 6 - 7 hours drive for you I guess.[/QUOTE] Not a chance lol. Ill stop at home that wkd
[QUOTE=graemewelch;708362]Wear abouts is this. Postcode please. Guessing its a million miles away from me[/QUOTE] Haselbury Mill, Haselbury Plucknett, Somerset TA18 7NY
[QUOTE=cherry1809;708361]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) Oblark your going as I want to question you about ecu's... And then you can confuse me with your answers. Lol.[/QUOTE] Looks like I`ve been invited to attend :)
[QUOTE=oblark;708370]Looks like I`ve been invited to attend :)[/QUOTE] Your name still isn't on the list though, so I guess you're not going. :P
[QUOTE=stribo;708378]Your name still isn't on the list though, so I guess you're not going. :P[/QUOTE] I`m on "the guest list" :P
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) 12. Nealevo
I'll bring you a paper to read Neal :B_thumb:
I'm hoping the T5 will be at least driveable so I can come along. I'm probably a 50/50 right now because of the issues I'm having, I'll do my best, people! :)
So what time is everyone arriving at the Sparkford Mcdonalds?
We're aiming for 9 ish.
Swedish Day is almost here so its time to write the final notes. This message is going out to all, so if a question I may ask has been replied by you already then don’t panic, that’s my job. All the events mentioned are taking place at Haselbury Mill and their post code is TA18 7NY. Haselbury Mill is located just off the A30 about a mile outside Crewkerne (Yeovil side) The weekend starts off on Saturday the 10th with a Road Tour of the area. Organised by Etienne from Huy in Belgium and I will publically thank him here for his hard work. It’s not a race but we plan to set off at around 11.00 and then the day is yours. I will be there from 10.00am. The evening carvery meal (10th again) is looking to be a very popular event. There is an option for a vegetarian dish and also kiddies meals if you would prefer. The restaurant we are using is above the main bar. The stairs are just inside the main door. The bar and restaurant is the first building you come to on your right, just past the pond. Please note that there is a wedding taking place on the Saturday. Sunday 11th and Swedish Day takes place over the whole of the grounds. We have been given “The Tithe Barn” for the day and in here you will find food and drinks served all day, hot and cold,,, and hot and cold. Toilets are also in The Barn. It’s a very large building so if we do see a small drop of rain you can shelter inside. Please use the main entrance when arriving at the show where, you will be greeted by members of “South West Saab” who are kindly helping out. Trucks and caravans are requested to make their way to the exit which is a few yards up from the entrance. The gate way is wider and more suitable for the wider vehicle set up. Well, I hope that I have covered everything, if there are any questions please don’t hesitate to ask away. Robin.
I might have to pull out of this. Car has developed a brake issue. I've got Fri and Sat to see if I can sort it..
Weather for Sunday . http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/ta18?day=3
[QUOTE=Harvey;710015]Weather for Sunday . http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/ta18?day=3[/QUOTE] I did say it was forecasting rain for mid-May, looks like they were right.
Looks like we're coming now. I apologise in advance for the unfinished wheel refurb and the lack of detailing, the weather ain't going to be that good.
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710017]Looks like we're coming now. I apologise in advance for the unfinished wheel refurb and the lack of detailing, the weather ain't going to be that good.[/QUOTE] You seen the state of some of the cars there last year? I doubt you have anything to worry about lol.
Just don't forget your fivers this year !
I will aim to be at sparkford mcds by 9ish. :)
So a group are meeting at McDonalds in Sparkford at 9am? I should go there first then I think, for the pre-meet.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710024]Just don't forget your fivers this year ![/QUOTE] Fivers !!!!!!!! What fivers ?????
[QUOTE=oblark;710031]Fivers !!!!!!!! What fivers ?????[/QUOTE] Have a read of Robin's post a few pages back mate, fiver entry for cars.
Ok 9 ish it is then.
[QUOTE=robinmorley;709525]Swedish Day is almost here so its time to write the final notes. This message is going out to all, so if a question I may ask has been replied by you already then don’t panic, that’s my job. All the events mentioned are taking place at Haselbury Mill and their post code is TA18 7NY. Haselbury Mill is located just off the A30 about a mile outside Crewkerne (Yeovil side) The weekend starts off on Saturday the 10th with a Road Tour of the area. Organised by Etienne from Huy in Belgium and I will publically thank him here for his hard work. It’s not a race but we plan to set off at around 11.00 and then the day is yours. I will be there from 10.00am. The evening carvery meal (10th again) is looking to be a very popular event. There is an option for a vegetarian dish and also kiddies meals if you would prefer. The restaurant we are using is above the main bar. The stairs are just inside the main door. The bar and restaurant is the first building you come to on your right, just past the pond. Please note that there is a wedding taking place on the Saturday. Sunday 11th and Swedish Day takes place over the whole of the grounds. We have been given “The Tithe Barn” for the day and in here you will find food and drinks served all day, hot and cold,,, and hot and cold. Toilets are also in The Barn. It’s a very large building so if we do see a small drop of rain you can shelter inside. Please use the main entrance when arriving at the show where, you will be greeted by members of “South West Saab” who are kindly helping out. Trucks and caravans are requested to make their way to the exit which is a few yards up from the entrance. The gate way is wider and more suitable for the wider vehicle set up. Well, I hope that I have covered everything, if there are any questions please don’t hesitate to ask away. Robin.[/QUOTE] Well if I`m not mistaken but there is no mention of a fiver in that.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710032]Have a read of Robin's post a few pages back mate, fiver entry for cars.[/QUOTE] If you think I`m paying a fiver to drive 75 miles to stand in a field in the rain you`ve got another thing coming.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710024]Just don't forget your fivers this year ![/QUOTE] I'm bringing mine in 1 pence coins, all 500 of them..... :D
[QUOTE=oblark;710046]If you think I`m paying a fiver to drive 75 miles to stand in a field in the rain you`ve got another thing coming.[/QUOTE] Grumpy git, knock it off the 20 you owe me if it'll get you to turn up. :D
Idea, if it's raining we'll park all the estate cars back to back leaving enough room for the tailgates to open out and make a 'tunnel' so we can sit in the boot facing one and other for a chat. There we are then, sorted! :D
[QUOTE=oblark;710045]Well if I`m not mistaken but there is no mention of a fiver in that.[/QUOTE] If you look on page one post one there is a link to the show. http://www.weewebs.co.uk/sdpressrelease2014.htm
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710051]Idea, if it's raining we'll park all the estate cars back to bacl leaving enough room for the tailgates to open out and make a 'tunnel' so we can sit in the boot facing one and other for a chat. There we are then, sorted! :D[/QUOTE] They is a barn with food and drink inside !.
[QUOTE=Harvey;710054]They is a barn with [COLOR="#FF0000"]food and drink inside[/COLOR] !.[/QUOTE] Nice, I think all the Saab owners will eat it all plus we'll all be too full after the McD's. ;)
[QUOTE=oblark;710046]If you think I`m paying a fiver to drive 75 miles to stand in a field in the rain you`ve got another thing coming.[/QUOTE] See, told you that you weren't coming. :P
We'll all put our change from our McMuffin meals in to a pot so Rob can get in at the gates. :) :saythat: :deal: peepo
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710078]We'll all put our change from our McMuffin meals in to a pot so Rob can get in at the gates. :) :saythat: :deal: peepo[/QUOTE] ££££££££ to that, we're taking 2 cars, so we have to pay a tenner, not paying for Rob too, the grumpy old git. :lol:
Is it per car or per person ?
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710089]Is it per car or per person ?[/QUOTE] For the first time we have introduced a vehicle fee of £5.00. This is to help us with running costs and monies left over will be donated to a charity. The chosen charity for 2014 is “Cancer Research UK” Each vehicle owner will be given a raffle ticket, as a thank you, for a chance to win a nice gift.
Thanks mate, on the mobile and couldn't be bothered to check, a fiver for the car, Anne and myself isn't too bad.
[QUOTE=stribo;710081]££££££££ to that, we're taking 2 cars, so we have to pay a tenner, not paying for Rob too, the grumpy old git. :lol:[/QUOTE] It`s not a case I can`t afford it :P
Just thinking would it be worth me bringing get my code reader if anyone wants a play ?.
[QUOTE=Harvey;710105]Just thinking would it be worth me bringing get my code reader if anyone wants a play ?.[/QUOTE] If it reads codes on a M4.4 then yes :)
[QUOTE=oblark;710106]If it reads codes on a M4.4 then yes :)[/QUOTE] Ok then will put it on charge then.
[QUOTE=Harvey;710109]Ok then will put it on charge then.[/QUOTE] Ffs don't charge him another fiver lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710114]Ffs don't charge him another fiver lol[/QUOTE] £5 !,Who said anything about a discount.
[QUOTE=oblark;710104]It`s not a case I can`t afford it :P[/QUOTE] I didn't say it was.
I'll have my code reader in the car, and I'll charge 10p less than Harvey. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;710135]I'll have my code reader in the car, and I'll charge 10p less than Harvey. ;)[/QUOTE] So what's less than Nothing.so that's means you pay 10p for someone to use your reader.:duck:
Has anyone who is attending Swedish day, got a spare / scrap front hub bit, what the brake caliper and wheel bolts too. It will save me trawling the scrap yard, its for a brake mock up and will not be going on car....
1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) 12. Nealevo 13. Icooney I'll join you all, providing it's not hammering it down!
[QUOTE=icooney;710438]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) 12. Nealevo 13. Icooney I'll join you all, providing it's not hammering it down![/QUOTE] Be good to have another R there. :D
[QUOTE=icooney;710438]1. V70 Graham 2. Nobber72 3. Harvey 4. JamesT5 + AA Patrol and Volvo Specialist 5. JudgeNinja 6. Relfski 7. Stribo. 8. Sharkey R 9. M-R-P (might have to stick Volvo badges on the starlet tho ) 10. Tichai 11. Cherry1809 (In the budget V70 diesel) 12. Nealevo 13. Icooney I'll join you all, providing it's not hammering it down![/QUOTE] ill be leaving Redditch just before 7 so passing Broms bout 7 if you want to travel down
Should I bring a Gazebo? Any one read their rules?
[QUOTE=Nealevo;710442]ill be leaving Redditch just before 7 so passing Broms bout 7 if you want to travel down[/QUOTE] yer wheres good for you to meet up?
Gutted I'm going to miss this, bad planning :( , hope you have good weather and please post all the pictures you take when you're back as I'd love to see them. If there are any 7 series cars would someone mind taking some pics for me? :)
[QUOTE=icooney;710466]yer wheres good for you to meet up?[/QUOTE] whychbold mcds at 7 ???
[QUOTE=Nealevo;710470]whychbold mcds at 7 ???[/QUOTE] Great see you there
Can I tag along on this if possible? If so can someone send me the location details? Or if theres a meeting point for everyone
[QUOTE=Hybusamini;710492]Can I tag along on this if possible? If so can someone send me the location details? Or if theres a meeting point for everyone[/QUOTE] Nathan, it at Haselbury Mill, Haselbury Plucknett, Somerset TA18 7NY meeting at Sparkford McDs at 9.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;710496]Nathan, it at Haselbury Mill, Haselbury Plucknett, Somerset TA18 7NY meeting at Sparkford McDs at 9.[/QUOTE] Have ya got a post code to the macds mate?
[QUOTE=Hybusamini;710497]Have ya got a post code to the macds mate?[/QUOTE] Wakes Garage, A303, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 7JE
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;710447]Should I bring a Gazebo? Any one read their rules?[/QUOTE] No harm in bringing it mate, don't want Graham getting a sunburnt head again. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;710499]No harm in bringing it mate, don't want Graham getting a sunburnt head again. ;)[/QUOTE] My head isn't that big.....
[QUOTE=icooney;710498]Wakes Garage, A303, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 7JE[/QUOTE] Nice one mate il see ya at nine nice 3 hr drive for me
Latest forecast, doesn't look too bad.....
Remember don't push and shove to get a glimpse of my engine bay.....you'll all get a turn to admire it :redface:
I`ve made some signs to warn people of the Outrageous paint work under the boonet could cause vomiting :)
[QUOTE=oblark;710620]I`ve made some signs to warn people of the Outrageous paint work under the boonet could cause vomiting :)[/QUOTE] The good thing is Rob, if anyone vomits over that no-one will notice. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;710621]The good thing is Rob, if anyone vomits over that no-one will notice. ;)[/QUOTE] :lol: :lol: :lol:
[QUOTE=oblark;710620]I`ve made some signs to warn people of the Outrageous paint work under the boonet could cause vomiting :)[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=stribo;710621]The good thing is Rob, if anyone vomits over that no-one will notice. ;)[/QUOTE] It's growing on you isn't it.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710616]Remember don't push and shove to get a glimpse of my engine bay.....you'll all get a turn to admire it :redface:
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What is that effect? Almost looks like broken glass.........I think I like it :)
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710624]It's growing on you isn't it.[/QUOTE] As much as our Atacama interior is growing on you. :P
My T5 will probably look a bit dirty when I arrive because it will be raining heavily here, you'll have to take my word for it that I did detail it yesterday. On a plus note, Sarah and myself are bringing 2 friends along, one has the 740 but he's leaving that back here in Mid-Wales as he's not 100% confident about its ability to get there and back. It'll be there first time at a Volvo meet event so please welcome them with open arms. We aim to be at Sparkford McD's around 9am but it might be a bit after. What time is everyone going from there to the event?
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710630]My T5 will probably look a bit dirty when I arrive because it will be raining heavily here, you'll have to take my word for it that I did detail it yesterday. On a plus note, Sarah and myself are bringing 2 friends along, one has the 740 but he's leaving that back here in Mid-Wales as he's not 100% confident about its ability to get there and back. It'll be there first time at a Volvo meet event so please welcome them with open arms. We aim to be at Sparkford McD's around 9am but it might be a bit after. [COLOR="#FF0000"]What time is everyone going from there to the event[/COLOR]?[/QUOTE] When Graham's finished filling his face, so about midday. ;)
[QUOTE=Santa;710626]What is that effect? Almost looks like broken glass.........I think I like it :)[/QUOTE] It's called 'Green Marble' it really needs to be seen in person.
[QUOTE=Santa;710626]What is that effect? Almost looks like broken glass.........I think I like it :)[/QUOTE] Green marble Rich, it doesnt work in the photos but in the flesh it really does work.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710635]It's called 'Green Marble' it really needs to be seen in person.[/QUOTE] Not like you to beat me to it lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710624]It's growing on you isn't it.[/QUOTE] Nope.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710636]Green marble Rich, it doesnt work in the photos but in the flesh it really does work.[/QUOTE] I will make my mind up tomorrow .
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;710635]It's called 'Green Marble' it really needs to be seen in person.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=M-R-P;710636]Green marble Rich, it doesnt work in the photos but in the flesh it really does work.[/QUOTE] I don't perceive green very well but looks good to me in the pic :)
[QUOTE=icooney;710498]Wakes Garage, A303, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 7JE[/QUOTE] Hazlegrove Roundabout - just for clarification. :)
[QUOTE=Santa;710640]I don't perceive green very well but looks good to me in the pic :)[/QUOTE] So, how is the orange S60R? Still a goid colour?
Hang on.... Who changed my sub-name to Dirk bloody Diggler ?
I bet it was that bloody Dave....
Hope you guys have a Dam good time tomoz, and a little tip, dont follow Nealevo as he will get you all lost Lmfao
[QUOTE=merc85;710650]Hope you guys have a Dam good time tomoz, and a little tip, dont follow Nealevo as he will get you all lost Lmfao[/QUOTE] Not us, we made it in before everyone else last year, even though we were the last to leave Maccy d's lol
[QUOTE=merc85;710650]Hope you guys have a Dam good time tomoz, and a little tip, dont follow Nealevo as he will get you all lost Lmfao[/QUOTE] Are you not coming this year then Gav?
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710656]Are you not coming this year then Gav?[/QUOTE] no buddy doing this instead http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?55353-Charity-Cycle-Ride-Tour-de-Tendering-for-GOSH/page3 Hopefully make it next year :)
[QUOTE=merc85;710657]no buddy doing this instead http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?55353-Charity-Cycle-Ride-Tour-de-Tendering-for-GOSH/page3 Hopefully make it next year :)[/QUOTE] Ah, right ok. Well we'll send you lots of photos then. Good luck with your event! :B_thumb:
By the way, 12 hours until McD's meet. This means V70Graham is now setting off and should arrive in time..... (just kidding Graham) ;) :mischievo :haha:
Wat shud I be expecting tomorrow? Looks good?
[QUOTE=Hybusamini;710666]Wat shud I be expecting tomorrow? Looks good?[/QUOTE] Loadsa nice motors mate ;)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710669]Loadsa nice motors mate ;)[/QUOTE] And some saab`s :)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710669]Loadsa nice motors mate ;)[/QUOTE] shud be a good day then see ya there
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710645]So, how is the orange S60R? Still a goid colour?[/QUOTE] Thought it were grey/blue lol
[QUOTE=oblark;710670]And some saab`s :)[/QUOTE] :hihi:saabs? vectras and cavaliers you mean pmsl
Well this will be my last post until after the Swedish day tomorrow, so if you're going I'll see you in the morning!
I'm half way there !
See you all there :)
Have a nice day folks, Unfortunately I'll be working, so looking forward to seeing some great pic's tonight. Hope you all have a great day and that the weather is kind to you, as it is looking not to good here for Sunday
Who's idea was this 6a.m. on a Sunday is too early.
Suck it up man! This is a lay in for me. You 9-5ers have no idea do you :p
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;710747]Suck it up man! This is a lay in for me. You 9-5ers have no idea do you :p[/QUOTE] I don't work 9-5, and all you have to do is sit on your arse all day. :P
Not sure what time I'll be there, and won't be able to stay that long either :(
I'm up :) just need to make a packed lunch and set the laptop in the.
ETA - 09:15 Sparkford...wonder if I'll Overtake Graham??
Been here half an hour and still no other volvos in sight.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;710755]Been here half an hour and still no other volvos in sight.[/QUOTE] That's because you're early.:P
Sorry for the flying visit :( Now have more parts for the shed though... More bits in there than on the bloody car!
Great to meet you all. Great day out. Some lovely cars. See you all again.
Bloody good day today with some really nice cars too. I'll be linking pictures as soon as they've uploaded...
Back home after a spirited drive back..... Had a great day with some great cars as usual.
A quick teaser, will post up more after I've watched the Grand Prix.
http://s1094.photobucket.com/user/judgeninja/library/swedish%20day%20-%202014
It was a good turn out! Best pitch too!
Had an awesome day today guys, had some great banter as always and met some new people as well. Shame there were so many more Vauxhalls than Volvos but we still showed them. Weather tried to put a dampener on proceeding but totally failed. Well done to Relfski for the raffle prize of a set of jump leads you kindly donated to Stribo. ;p
And well done Mr. Sharkey - san for winning 'best young swede' Git.
Was actually "Favourite Young Swede" but thank you. Nice to get one over on the Vauxhalls though he he.
[QUOTE=Sharkey R;710903]Was actually "Favourite Young Swede" but thank you. Nice to get one over on the Vauxhalls though he he.[/QUOTE] Graham wasn't at all bitter!!!! :)
He will be fine when he gets Best in Class next week provided Doorman doesn't turn up ;p
[QUOTE=Nealevo;710907]Graham wasn't at all bitter!!!! :)[/QUOTE] I think he was quite happy with the feedback for his engine covers today,as he said they do look better in real live,but still not to everyone's taste. But he did muttered something under is breath when someone went up to collect the trophy.
Looked a fantastic turn out peeps, awesome shots, all the cars looking very clean, so didnt wanna miss this
[QUOTE=Harvey;710909]I think he was quite happy with the feedback for his engine covers today,as he said they do look better in real live,but still not to everyone's taste. But he did muttered something under is breath when someone went up to collect the trophy.[/QUOTE] Actually thinking about it "Favourite Young Swede" is probably cars from year 2000 onwards so his Marbled Marvel is too OLD ;p
That P1800 is gorgeous, I think I'm going to get one.
Seeing all the fantastic cars in those pics makes think "hmmmm, really need another car" ;)
Had a fantastic day well worth the journey met some good people and some fantastic volvo hope to meet again
Nice looking cars
Had a great day :) did take any photo`s as my phoned died :( Had a very spirited drive home with no problem with the boost :)
Thought I'd directly link my photos..
Category for most problematic Swede next year. Oh, I can picture my win now. ;) By the way, photos to follow this evening folks and nice to see you all again along with some new faces too. :B_thumb:
Looks like a great day and the weather looks like it have you an easier ride that forecast, pictures are fantastic. Nice one and that's to those who took them :)
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710929]Category for most problematic Swede next year. Oh, I can picture my win now. ;) :[/QUOTE] that would be mine fella getting peed off not making meets cause of this car
Some lovely cars there I wish I could of gone now but no Volvo on the road yet.i like the red 240 estate
Another weekend.. Another meet. Thanks to all for making another excellent meet. VPCUK had their presence felt by taking the whole width of the field. For me it started yesterday with me throwing my spanners in the garage after discovering my expensive error... I though F*** it I'm going. Woke up at stupid o'clock thinking that I'm going to be late only to realise it was still dark outside and the electric had reset my clock. So at 02:30 I went back to sleep. At 07:00 I started. After the three "S's" I got ready to leave around 07:15ish. Unfortunately I couldn't find my wallet and 20mins later I knew that I'd fail to get to Popham Services to start the convey down. Ah well I had time to run the car through a car wash then. Start my way down. Without incriminating myself an average of 12MPG at licence taking speeds allowed me to get to Sparkford around 09:00 for a McD's breakfast.. The Convoy to the site allowed all of us to park together like a big happy family. After Carrying out a bit of landscape gardening I parked up.:shhh:... The site was a good site to be at. Fine building and Hog Roast bap with coffee to start, although I have wonder if an MP was local as they had a duck house and moat, probably paid for on expenses.. As usual great day... Usual banter... Definitely worth a drive down it's not just a car park.. For the Northerners reference, we had a S60R make its way from Manchester. There were SAAB boys from as far as Belgium. Also now even happier as Sharkey confirmed that my car flames on over run!! Fingers crossed for next year, same time. Same place 10 May 2015
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;710948]Another weekend.. Another meet. Thanks to all for making another excellent meet. VPCUKadr there presence felt by taking the whole width of the field. For me it started yesterday with me throwing my spanners in the garage after discovering my expensive error... I though F*** it I'm going. Woke up at stupid o'clock thinking that I'm going to be late only to realise it was still dark outside and the electric had reset my clock. So at 02:30 I went back to sleep. At 07:00 I started. After the three "S's" I got ready to leave around 07:15ish. Unfortunately I couldn't find my wallet and 20mins later I knew that I'd fail to get to Popham Services to start the convey down. Ah well I had time to run the car through a car wash then. Start my way down. Without incriminating myself an average of 12MPG at licence tanking speeds allowed me to get to Sparkford around 09:00 for a McD's breakfast.. The Convoy to the site allowed all of us to park together like a big happy family. After Carrying out a bit of landscape gardening I parked up.:shhh:... The site was a good site to be at. Fine building and Hog Roast bap with coffee to start, although I have wonder if an MP was local as they had a duck house and moat, probably paid for on expenses.. As usual great day... Usual banter... Definitely worth a drive down it's not just a car park.. For the Northerners reference, we had a S60R make its way from Manchester. There were SAAB boys from as far as Belgium. Also now even happier as Sharkey confirmed that my car flames on over run!! Fingers crossed for next year, same time. Same place 10 May 2015[/QUOTE] nice write up Wayne, but i didn't see any mention of the judge entrance of choice...... Arrrhhh yes, the mighty handbrake turn on wet grass, in front of the powers that be... Chuckled for ages.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;710949]nice write up Wayne, but i didn't see any mention of the judge entrance of choice...... Arrrhhh yes, the mighty handbrake turn on wet grass, in front of the powers that be... Chuckled for ages.[/QUOTE] Well he is "Lawnmower boy" lol
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;710948]Another weekend.. Another meet. Thanks to all for making another excellent meet. VPCUKadr there presence felt by taking the whole width of the field. For me it started yesterday with me throwing my spanners in the garage after discovering my expensive error... I though F*** it I'm going. Woke up at stupid o'clock thinking that I'm going to be late only to realise it was still dark outside and the electric had reset my clock. So at 02:30 I went back to sleep. At 07:00 I started. After the three "S's" I got ready to leave around 07:15ish. Unfortunately I couldn't find my wallet and 20mins later I knew that I'd fail to get to Popham Services to start the convey down. Ah well I had time to run the car through a car wash then. Start my way down. Without incriminating myself an average of 12MPG at licence tanking speeds allowed me to get to Sparkford around 09:00 for a McD's breakfast.. The Convoy to the site allowed all of us to park together like a big happy family. After Carrying out a bit of landscape gardening I parked up.:shhh:... The site was a good site to be at. Fine building and Hog Roast bap with coffee to start, although I have wonder if an MP was local as they had a duck house and moat, probably paid for on expenses.. As usual great day... Usual banter... Definitely worth a drive down it's not just a car park.. For the Northerners reference, we had a S60R make its way from Manchester. There were SAAB boys from as far as Belgium. Also now even happier as Sharkey confirmed that my car flames on over run!! Fingers crossed for next year, same time. Same place 10 May 2015[/QUOTE] Licence tacking speeds what 71 mph lol the car still goes well then lol
Yes Smithy.. Only 71 :ssh:
Some good pics but would of been nice to see pics of other motors there. I like all cars not just volvos
[QUOTE=graemewelch;710961]Some good pics but would of been nice to see pics of other motors there. I like all cars not just volvos[/QUOTE] I got a picture of an old Daimler and a Saab, what the hell are you whinging about. ;) By the way, what were you expecting to see, a Ferrari? :hihi:
[QUOTE=smithy;710951]Licence tacking speeds what 71 mph lol the car still goes well then lol[/QUOTE] On the way back, the wife and I were at licence taking speeds, and he flew passed us (twice as he had to stop for fuel such were the speeds he was going). Absolutely a great day, it's not just the drive to the event, or the cars even, it's the people, and the laugh we have. Good to meet Ian (Icooney) as a fellow P2R owner he wasn't all doom and gloom about how bad they are, and how the whole car will explode because it's an R, but gave me some good tips regarding the intercooler, (also he actually uses his car rather than just polishes it ;) )thanks mate. :B_Thumb: Meeting some old friends is always enjoyable, so good to see Harvey, Nathan, Sarkey San, Graham and Annemarie, Wayne, Neal, James, Martin, Jim, and Rob, you guys really made the day as enjoyable as it was. Congrats to Sarkey San (Sharkey R) winning the Young Swede catagory, obviously it was the car, and not the driver. Looking forward to next year, May 10th people, put it in your diaries.
[QUOTE=graemewelch;710961]Some good pics but would of been nice to see pics of other motors there. I like all cars not just volvos[/QUOTE] What exactly are you expecting to see from Swedish Day numpty?
[QUOTE=stribo;710968]What exactly are you expecting to see from Swedish Day numpty?[/QUOTE] Saabs
[QUOTE=stribo;710966]On the way back, the wife and I were at licence taking speeds, and he flew passed us (twice as he had to stop for fuel such were the speeds he was doing.[/QUOTE] Yeah you must have been doing 70.5MPH you naughty boy.....
looked like a good day out with a excellent line up of cars,and some great pictures taken
By the way, for those of you who didn't got or I didn't get around to telling, and the reason I didn't get to McD's for 09:00 hours....... Not only did I have to stop for petrol but I got as far as Raglan (Monmouthshire) and the T5 decided to blow a coil pack. Ruddy typical. Thankfully I just so happened to have the spares I got from WobblyDave, in the boot and all the tools to fix it, so 20 minutes prattling around at Magor Services in the rain and it was fixed again. But I think this car must have a grudge against me or something so I'm going to call it Christine from now on! :hilarious
[QUOTE=graemewelch;710974]Saabs[/QUOTE]
You realise this is a Volvo forum, but just for you.
Neal's personal favourite:
[QUOTE=stribo;710983]You realise this is a Volvo forum, but just for you.
[COLOR="#FF0000"]Neal's personal favourite:[/COLOR]
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That would suit Frankie..... ;)
[QUOTE=JamesT5;710987]That would suit Frankie..... ;)[/QUOTE] Well, both he and Neal love their pink cars. ;)
A few of my Volvo pics:
Lovely interior in this one :D
The high milers:
Nice pics mate
Just found this video. https://www.flickr.com/photos/trollpowersaab/14163252574/
Luckily it goes too quickly to see Wayne's handbrake turn. ;)
[QUOTE=Harvey;711019]Just found this video. https://www.flickr.com/photos/trollpowersaab/14163252574/[/QUOTE] Brilliant!
[QUOTE=stribo;711022]Luckily it goes too quickly to see Wayne's handbrake turn. ;)[/QUOTE] Got a good shot of Graham driving in though.... need I say any more...? ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;711022]Luckily it goes too quickly to see Wayne's handbrake turn. ;)[/QUOTE] 1:16 remaining
[QUOTE=Nealevo;711035]1:16 remaining[/QUOTE] Yep, there's a sideways V40 lol.
[QUOTE=Harvey;711019]Just found this video. https://www.flickr.com/photos/trollpowersaab/14163252574/[/QUOTE] Just had a proper look at video 0.04 sec in me & Neal in shot.
The convoy into the showground must have been a sight - 13 cars pottering down the dual carriageway (we let Graham take point :slap: ) and it must've been a weird one for the owner of the V50 that joined in the middle of the convoy lol. Not to mention the bemused look on the old fella's face, in one of the villages we went through, as he watched volvo after volvo go past him. Well done to everybody who showed - the standard of cars was superb and you've all done yourselves, and VPC proud!
looked a good show lads! no koenigseggs turn up then :pirate:
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;711051]looked a good show lads! no koenigseggs turn up then :pirate:[/QUOTE] Strangely - no lol.
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;711051]looked a good show lads! no koenigseggs turn up then :pirate:[/QUOTE] No but there was a TVR there - damn, I should have pictured it for Graeme Welch! ;)
[QUOTE=JamesT5;711054]No but there was a TVR there - damn, I should have pictured it for Graeme Welch! ;)[/QUOTE] [video=youtube;Exrf1EdTwPk]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Exrf1EdTwPk[/video]
By the way, Sarah and I both got sunburnt yesterday, this morning I had red sideways stripes on the top of my head..... :hilarious
[QUOTE=JamesT5;711054]No but there was a TVR there - damn, I should have pictured it for Graeme Welch! ;)[/QUOTE] eh thought TVRs were from Lancaster (and then Russia)
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;711059]eh thought TVRs were from Lancaster (and then Russia)[/QUOTE] Looked like there was a small TVR club meet going on around the back.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;711060]Looked like there was a small TVR club meet going on around the back.[/QUOTE] looks like it was a good day. Sorry to use offensive language, but I'm supposed to be going to the French Car show at Castle Combe next month but I'm working sob
Just a quickie to day we both had a really great day yesterday, cars and people were as always first class. Down in sunny/showery Cornwall now for a couple of days with 3rd world phone signal.....I'll be posting my pictures when I get back.
Just a couple photos.
Some good pics!
Sorry for the delay in posting my pics only just got home :eclipsee_
Starting at the beginning with the 'Sparkford' McD's car park.....
We had a really good day, was an honour to lead the convoy from Sparkford.....I just hope you all kept up. We had a great spot all along the back hedge and as M-R-P has already said we did the club proud, there were some great cars there and they are a credit to you all.
Looked good, from pics + nice weather too by the looks of it :banana:
To be honest it is an excellent chance to put names to faces (although a little odd walking up to people saying "hello, I'm cherry1809" hahaha. Hopefully I'll be running the new beastie next year and will be staying longer than an hour... Might even turn up on the Saturday and get slaughtered, giving everyone a conversation topic on the Sunday. Lol.
Did anyone get any pics of my mates Saab with all the carbon fiber?
I did but I had rain on the lens and it came out blurry. Have a look on faceache mate, the whole album is on my page.
Oz recons he had a chat with someone off vpc, who was it?
[QUOTE=claymore;711705]Oz recons he had a chat with someone off vpc, who was it?[/QUOTE] it was me of course, had a good chat, but he wouldn't give me figures :( didn't get pics thou as left camera in car. It does look good...
[QUOTE=M-R-P;711694]I did but I had rain on the lens and it came out blurry. Have a look on faceache mate, the whole album is on my page.[/QUOTE] Wasn't me but I did watch him pour something into somewhere in the engine bay, which didn't immediately fall out the bottom.
[QUOTE=claymore;711705]Oz recons he had a chat with someone off vpc, who was it?[/QUOTE] Wasn't me but I did watch him pour something into somewhere in the engine bay, which didn't immediately fall out the bottom.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;711731]it was me of course, had a good chat, but he wouldn't give me figures :( didn't get pics thou as left camera in car. It does look good...[/QUOTE] In excess of 650bhp at the moment, going awd next year.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;711736]Wasn't me but I did watch him pour something into somewhere in the engine bay, which didn't immediately fall out the bottom.[/QUOTE] Speaking of engine bays, mine didn't go down too bad lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;711738]Speaking of engine bays, mine didn't go down too bad lol[/QUOTE] You where told to keep the bonnet shut :)
[QUOTE=oblark;711739]You where told to keep the bonnet shut :)[/QUOTE] True.
[QUOTE=claymore;711689]Did anyone get any pics of my mates Saab with all the carbon fiber?[/QUOTE]
What this one:redface:
Also this one.
Pedro will be here later with the "how many left.com" which states there are actually three on the road in the UK.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;711694]I did but I had rain on the lens and it came out blurry. Have a look on[COLOR="#FF0000"] faceache[/COLOR] mate, the whole album is on my page.[/QUOTE] 'Faceache' - PMSL, that's the first time I've seen it called that. You make me laugh Martin, honestly! :hilarious
I notice my car didn't get photographed as much this year. Apparently the reflection off the paintwork was too much for the camera lenses. ;) :haha:
[QUOTE=JamesT5;711806]I notice my car didn't get photographed as much this year. Apparently the reflection off the paintwork was too much for the camera lenses. ;) :haha:[/QUOTE] I think that's the drawback of being tucked in a corner mate.
[QUOTE=JamesT5;711806]I notice my car didn't get photographed as much this year. Apparently the reflection off the paintwork was too much for the camera lenses. ;) :haha:[/QUOTE] I was just about too when you told me to come back when you'd cleaned it.....I forgot to come back lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;711837]I was just about too when you told me to come back when you'd cleaned it.....I forgot to come back lol[/QUOTE] :rotfl:
The photographer from thecarcaresite.com has just emailed me the pics he took... clicky linky
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These aren`t to bad :) [ATTACH=CONFIG]25099[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]25100[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]25101[/ATTACH]
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Loving the angled shots here, I should get some done of mine like that.
He even got one of stribo admiring my engine bay lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;711913]He even got one of stribo admiring my engine bay lol[/QUOTE] He was trying to peel the print off...
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;711913]He even got one of stribo admiring my engine bay lol[/QUOTE] I don't think admiring is the right word.;)
Oh yes, I liked the 'bathroom tiles look' in Grahams engine bay. ;)
[QUOTE=JamesT5;711924]Oh yes, I liked the 'bathroom tiles look' in Grahams engine bay. ;)[/QUOTE] I wouldn't have that in my bathroom, let alone on my car. ;)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;711903]The photographer from thecarcaresite.com has just emailed me the pics he took... clicky linky[/QUOTE] I see Tichai's sunglasses and Sharkey's S60R are in the welcome thread..
Just a normal day at a VPC meet...
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Nice pics there Wayne
It might be a repost, but i have found some more pics online!!! https://www.flickr.com/photos/trollpowersaab/with/14165094861/
[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;712101]I see Tichai's sunglasses and Sharkey's S60R are in the welcome thread..[/QUOTE] That's my 15 minutes of fame over for this lifetime :)
Swedish Day UK 2014. Swedish Day 2014 was our 7th event and this year also moved to a new home. Our new location was the beautiful setting of Haslebury Mill, which is located just outside Crewkerne. A fantastic 19th Centaury Mill with lots of history everywhere you look. Traditionally Swedish Day always takes place on the Sunday with a carvery held on the Saturday evening. This year we added a new item to the mix in the guise of a Road Tour. The idea was Etienne Morsa's who lives in Belgium and between him and his friends at "The Saab Farm" they produced a very leisurely 60 mile route taking in Muchelney Pottery, Perrys Cider and the seaside town of Lyme Regis. The tour was so popular that we will arrange for another drive in 2015. The Carvery on the Saturday night was very popular and we managed to fill the attic restaurant with very happy diners. A big thank you to the chef and staff for making everybody very happy. Sunday morning saw Kerry and I up with the larks to set up the flags and signs before Swedish cars started to arrive. We had the whole of Haselbury Mill at our disposal and needed to try and let everybody know where things were located. It was a new adventure to us and would be new to all our visitors. Alex and Azabeth were on the main driveway at 8.30 when the first cars started to arrive, the sun was out and it was warm, a few showers were promised but mainly it was going to a be a very dry day. All the cars were parked around the very well kept lawn beside the pond. Trucks and Trade were located outside the Tithe Barn, a short crossing over a flowing brook. A first for this year was an entrance fee to help towards the costs with the surplus going to a charity. The first charity of choice was "Cancer Research" and we must thank everybody who happily helped. The Saabs, Scanias and Volvos came from all four corners of the UK, and were joined by many of our friends from mainland Europe. During the day there were ten judging competitions going on. Three were named “The Most Admired Volvo, Saab and Truck” and was sponsored by "Chris Knott Insurance" and "Tailored Transport". Each entrant was given the task of choosing their Most Admired Volvo, Truck & Saab at the show. Another was “Best in Show”, sponsored by DCA Saab Specialists. The local Saab garage "Astley Saab" was there to choose their own favourite Saab. Andy and Lynn from "Send Fresh Chocolates" chose their favourite Volvo at the show. Andy Briggs chose his favourite "Young Swede" and Chris Hamley gave an award to the "Furthest Travelled". Dr Os Reid gave an award entitled "Best Modified Swede" and Lance Cole introduced a new award called "Most characterful oily rag Swedes" A big thank you to all the sponsors for supplying the trophies. The 10 prizes at the 2014 show were awarded like this. The Chris Knott “Most Admired Saab”, chosen by the people at Swedish Day and presented on behalf of Paul Channer, went to Mike & Norma Thompson with their Saab 96 2-stroke. The Chris Knott “Most Admired Volvo”, chosen by the people at Swedish Day and presented on behalf of Paul Channer, went to Russ Tidbury and his Volvo 1800S. The Tailored Transport "Most Admired Truck" went to Irene Wittich and her Scania P94D-220. Send Fresh Chocolates "Favourite Volvo” was awarded by Andy to John Denmead and his Volvo 480ES. “Astley Saabs Favourite Saab” was presented by Jerry to Mark and Carol Gardiner and their Saab 9-3 TTiD Convertible. DCA Saab Specialists "Best in Show" was presented to Peter briggs and his Saab Sonett. Andy Briggs Property Services "Favourite Young Swede" went to Steve Sharkey in a Volvo S60R. The Chris Hamley "furthest travelled" went to Amaat & Elke DeJaggher who travelled across from Belgium. Dr Os Reid presented an award for "Best Modified Swede" and Graham Macdonald with his Saab 96V4, Stig Bloqvist RAC Rally Replica was the lucky winner. And Lance Cole chose two winners for his "Most characterful oily rag Swedes" prize, these going to, A white Saab 99 and Peter Yapp and his Volvo Amazon 122s Links to pictures and a short video can be found at www.swedishday.co.uk. I would like to thank everybody for supporting this event, the helpers, the nine sponsors mentioned above, Roger and Minnie for the location and everything they did for us at Haselbury Mill, the internet forums and blogs, my friends Alex & Isabel for "always" being there. Very special thanks to my wife Kerry and daughter Azabeth for understanding the passion. But the biggest thank you goes to all the owners of those lovely Scanias, Saabs and Volvos that came along on the day. Next years show will be held on Sunday the 10th May, as well a few things on the 9th. Robin.
Love the McD shots, total car park take over, brill.
Best one yet Robin, well done to you and everybody who helped make it possible. :beer: see you next year :)