Raf cosford volvo meet & tour
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Post 731133 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-23 18:42:28
The friendly folks over on VolvoTuning.net have asked me to share what looks to be one of the biggest meets of the year, with the opportunity to make it even bigger with members of VPC joining the Meet:
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford - Shropshire TF11 8UP
[SIZE=4]Sunday 16th November[/SIZE]
http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/
There is no admittance fee.....it's free. The only charge is £2.50 per car to park in the car park.
The museum itself is home to a large array of aircraft from all eras of flight, what's more its mostly indoors so regardless of the November weather we'll be nice and dry inside.
Once inside it's admittance all areas, there is a Costa Coffee Shop and Restaurant for those wanting a Sunday Roast dinner and as a premier attraction its very family friendly with lots to keep younger and more fidgety visitors happy....
The big attractions are:
1) The cold war exhibit that has all three Big British V Bombers....if you've not seen these before or up close they are huge aircraft and all the fast interceptor jets like the AVRO Lightning's are here and are all suspended from the roof allowing you to walk under and over them.
2) The older World War 2 aircraft are also present, Spitfires, Hurricanes, US Mustangs and a Lancaster Bomber as well as some German aircraft including the Dornier 17 which was recently pulled up from the bottom of the English Channel and is being restored.
3) Hanger 1 contains the aero engines, everything from the piston driven Merlin to a huge modern day Rolls Royce Trent Jet engine which powers the Airbus A380. Most of these are cut away so if the guys are into their engineering, which being on here on this site we know they are, then this Hanger is a must see.
As for the agenda.....it's currently suggested:
10:30 - 11:00 Arrive at RAF Cosford.
11:15 - 11.30 Social catch up, general banter & piss take - Group photos
11:30 - 14:00 Tour Museum
14:00 - 14:30 Further photo opportunity Cars and Planes
14:30 Leave in convoys
Already looking like a popular meet - we are looking at a dedicated VolvoTuning carpark with a selection of aircraft in the background making for some good photo opportunities.
Attendees so far:
[LIST=1]
[*] twig
[*] millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
[*] nosh
[*] mr evans
[*] immi
[*] tomcat
[*] biff
[*] deathrider
[*] s7010v
[*] dew1911
[*] P Fandango
[*] Claymore
[*] Mark Lewis & Co
[*] PaulT5estate
[*] PGM
[*] Endo
[*] Harry
[*] FayeC70
[*] T5 Pete
[*] djdarrenpilk
[*] pookie
[*] thanatos
[*] Kwk
[*] robbob144
[*] craig
[/LIST]
Post 731136 by stribo on 2014-08-23 19:24:51
We hope to make this.
Post 731138 by claymore on 2014-08-23 19:50:14
I plan to try and make it the first proper outing for the T-10K
Post 731139 by craigoodwood on 2014-08-23 20:01:26
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;731133]The friendly folks over on VolvoTuning.net have asked me to share what looks to be one of the biggest meets of the year, with the opportunity to make it even bigger with members of VPC joining the Meet:
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford - Shropshire TF11 8UP
[SIZE=4]Sunday 16th November[/SIZE]
http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/
There is no admittance fee.....it's free. The only charge is £2.50 per car to park in the car park.
The museum itself is home to over a thousand aircraft from all eras of flight, what's more its mostly indoors so regardless of the November weather we'll be nice and dry inside.
Once inside it's admittance all areas, there is a Costa Coffee Shop and Restaurant for those wanting a Sunday Roast dinner and as a premier attraction its very family friendly with lots to keep younger and more fidgety visitors happy....
The big attractions are:
1) The cold war exhibit that has all three Big British V Bombers....if you've not seen these before or up close they are huge aircraft and all the fast interceptor jets like the AVRO Lightning's are here and are all suspended from the roof allowing you to walk under and over them.
2) The older World War 2 aircraft are also present, Spitfires, Hurricanes, US Mustangs and a Lancaster Bomber as well as some German aircraft including the Dornier 17 which was recently pulled up from the bottom of the English Channel and is being restored.
3) Hanger 1 contains the aero engines, everything from the piston driven Merlin to a huge modern day Rolls Royce Trent Jet engine which powers the Airbus A380. Most of these are cut away so if the guys are into their engineering, which being on here on this site we know they are, then this Hanger is a must see.
As for the agenda.....it's currently suggested:
10:30 - 11:00 Arrive at RAF Cosford.
11:15 - 11.30 Social catch up, general banter & pi$$ take - Group photos
11:30 - 14:00 Tour Museum
14:00 - 14:30 Further photo opportunity Cars and Planes
14:30 Leave in convoys
Already looking like a popular meet - we are looking at a dedicated VolvoTuning carpark with a selection of aircraft in the background making for some good photo opportunities.
Attendees so far:
[LIST=1]
[*] twig
[*] millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
[*] nosh
[*] mr evans
[*] immi
[*] tomcat
[*] biff
[*] deathrider
[*] s7010v
[*] dew1911
[*] P Fandango
[*] Claymore
[*] Mark Lewis & Co
[*] PaulT5estate
[*] PGM
[*] Endo
[*] Harry
[*] FayeC70
[*] T5 Pete
[*] djdarrenpilk
[*] pookie
[*] thanatos
[*] Kwk
[*] robbob144
[*] craigoodwood on vpc
[/LIST][/QUOTE]
;-)
Post 731142 by MoleT-5R on 2014-08-23 20:16:07
Think I may be able to make this, as I should be working nights that Sunday. But a 1000 aircraft ??? would need to be a big hanger for that many, there site says over 70, probably a good thing as I would take a week to get around a thousand and see them all properly
Post 731146 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-23 20:23:48
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;731142]Think I may be able to make this, as I should be working nights that Sunday. But a 1000 aircraft ??? would need to be a big hanger for that many, there site says over 70, probably a good thing as I would take a week to get around a thousand and see them all properly[/QUOTE]
Be good to have you there......I wonder if the 1000 aircraft included the models in the gift shop ?? lol
I'll ammend it lol
Post 731147 by MoleT-5R on 2014-08-23 20:27:24
may be a 1000 exhibits of aircraft and memorabilia
Post 731154 by Bones on 2014-08-23 21:00:54
If i happen to be down that way ill swing by.
Its been nearly 11 years since i did my trade training at Cosford! Actually changed its name to DCAE Cosford when i was there (Defence College of Aeronautical Engineering) and went Tri-Service but to me it will always be known as RAF Cosford. Passed my driving test when i was there too! :)
Post 731156 by Biff on 2014-08-23 21:08:50
I wonder if I'll of bought a car by then? Lol
If not I may have to borrow an s40 diesel. ;)
Post 731158 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-23 21:17:45
[QUOTE=Biff;731156]
If not I may have to borrow an s40 diesel. ;)[/QUOTE]
Stick an R badge on it....they'll never know :) lol
Post 731159 by Biff on 2014-08-23 21:24:53
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;731158]Stick an R badge on it....they'll never know :) lol[/QUOTE]
It has a lovely roof rack & I still have the "R" off the bullion in my badge collection. ;)
Post 731328 by foammanmark on 2014-08-25 18:38:51
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;731142]Think I may be able to make this, as I should be working nights that Sunday. But a 1000 aircraft ??? would need to be a big hanger for that many, there site says over 70, probably a good thing as I would take a week to get around a thousand and see them all properly[/QUOTE]
An outing for Gul?
Post 731332 by p fandango on 2014-08-25 18:44:36
[QUOTE=Biff;731156]I wonder if I'll of bought a car by then? Lol
If not I may have to borrow an s40 diesel. ;)[/QUOTE]
just turn up in anything, i'll be in the Messershmitt/BMW
Post 731348 by ExternalError on 2014-08-25 20:00:18
Count me in
Post 731351 by t5 pete on 2014-08-25 20:06:41
[QUOTE=foammanmark;731328]An outing for Gul?[/QUOTE]
Very good idea
Post 731352 by foammanmark on 2014-08-25 20:09:42
[QUOTE=t5 pete;731351]Very good idea[/QUOTE]
Will your's be ready by then joi?
Post 731360 by t5 pete on 2014-08-25 20:21:05
££££ knows im nipping down to spray shop this week and hopefully they will have either started it or got it done been there nearly a month
Post 731364 by foammanmark on 2014-08-25 20:26:27
[QUOTE=t5 pete;731360]££££ knows im nipping down to spray shop this week and hopefully they will have either started it or got it done been there nearly a month[/QUOTE]
Can't wait to see the results. I saw a Sunbeam Lotus Ti the other day that had just had a full respray in metallic green. Looked awesome and brought back many memories.
Post 731369 by MoleT-5R on 2014-08-25 20:44:56
[QUOTE=foammanmark;731328]An outing for Gul?[/QUOTE]
now there's an idea, what could be better than an outing for the Gul, It can meet up with Immi's again, rung you tonight and left you a message as I think this is a great idea and will pull all the stops out, so may be this can happen
Post 731374 by foammanmark on 2014-08-25 20:50:22
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;731369]now there's an idea, what could be better than an outing for the Gul, It can meet up with Immi's again, rung you tonight and left you a message as I think this is a great idea and will pull all the stops out, so may be this can happen[/QUOTE]
Sorry, my phone is upstairs out of my ear range. I'm off this week, so will give you a shout back sometime.
Post 731376 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-25 20:51:08
We've been in contact with RAF Cosford Museum and they have told us we will be allocated our own specific car park next to Hanger One with a capacity for 60 cars or have the use of the overflow carpark next to the parked Nimrod between Hangers 3 & 4 :B_thumb:
More the Merrier.....spread the word lol
Post 731388 by martin_r_smith on 2014-08-25 21:57:29
I'm in, add me to the list. Hopefully by then a shall have my present delivered and fitted from Owen Developments!
Post 731395 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-25 22:14:30
The List:
[LIST=1]
[*]twig
[*]millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
[*]nosh
[*]stephenevans99
[*]immi
[*]tomcat
[*]biff
[*]deathrider
[*]s7010v
[*]dew1911
[*]P Fandango
[*]Claymore
[*]Mark Lewis & Co
[*]PaulT5estate
[*]PGM
[*]Endo
[*]Harry
[*]FayeC70
[*]T5 Pete
[*]djdarrenpilk
[*]pookie
[*]thanatos
[*]Kwk
[*]robbob144
[*]craig
[*]Big Dave
[*]Godzooky
[*]Wrinkles
[*]The Thong
[*]Stribo
[*]Mole T-5R
[*]ExternalError
[*]Martin R Smith
[*]Bones maybe
[/LIST]
Post 731403 by t5 pete on 2014-08-25 22:45:16
That's impressive list has people over on t5d5 been asked to attend
Post 731404 by stribo on 2014-08-25 22:46:35
I'll be with Relfski, and Stribo jr (Chjebo just doesn't have a ring about it lol) but we'll all be in the R. :D
Post 731405 by V70 Graham on 2014-08-25 22:48:18
[QUOTE=stribo;731404]......but we'll all be in the R. :D[/QUOTE]
Still no MoT on the C70 ?
Post 731406 by stephenevans99 on 2014-08-25 22:51:14
[QUOTE=t5 pete;731403]That's impressive list has people over on t5d5 been asked to attend[/QUOTE]
I've not posted it over there....I got totally blanked the last meet I posted :( Thought I wouldn't bother this time
Post 731407 by stribo on 2014-08-25 23:17:03
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;731405]Still no MoT on the C70 ?[/QUOTE]
Yeah, it's all MOTed, but is having an exhaust manifold and turbo change at the moment. TBH it's too far to take both cars anyway.
Post 732713 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-09-01 00:42:34
I live just around the corner from Cosford - so whilst it is easy to get to, the car park is somewhat unremarkable, in terms of photo opportunities as all the exhibits save 1 or 2 are inside the massive hangers. Regardless - I will probably pop down.
Post 732736 by stephenevans99 on 2014-09-01 08:30:37
We've been allocated an event organiser now .....which is good, a young lady called Louise Clarke. They have confirmed we've been given exclusive use of the large overflow car park between hangers 2 and 3......nice spot with with the Nimrod and Hercules behind apparently - looking forward to taking some pics.
Post 732818 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-09-01 16:56:55
i stand corrected then, particularly if Louise is doing it.
Post 732881 by MoleT-5R on 2014-09-01 20:07:27
Well now the cat is out the bag, I can post it properly( gritters permitting :( ) I will be bringing the GUL and hopefully OLIVE too.
Post 732883 by Jamest5r on 2014-09-01 20:16:55
Someone stick me on the list please :)
Post 732884 by t5 pete on 2014-09-01 20:24:08
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;732881]Well now the cat is out the bag, I can post it properly( gritters permitting :( ) I will be bringing the GUL and hopefully OLIVE too.[/QUOTE]
Well that "should" mean 3 guls in the same place
Post 732886 by t5 pete on 2014-09-01 20:24:38
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;732883]Someone stick me on the list please :)[/QUOTE]
Lazy sod
Post 732887 by t5 pete on 2014-09-01 20:25:13
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
Post 732888 by Jamest5r on 2014-09-01 20:26:42
[QUOTE=t5 pete;732886]Lazy sod[/QUOTE]
On me phone can't be arsed to fire up the lappy so yes lazy sod :)
Post 732890 by stribo on 2014-09-01 20:32:45
[QUOTE=t5 pete;732884]Well that "should" mean 3 guls in the same place[/QUOTE]
Common as muck. ;)
Post 732893 by MoleT-5R on 2014-09-01 20:36:48
More GUL's the merrier, yours will put us to shame I'm sure ( bit like Neal turning up in his red 850 R ) but it will be nice to see you again and check out the new paintwork. :)
Post 732895 by t5 pete on 2014-09-01 20:38:18
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;732893]More GUL's the merrier, yours will put us to shame I'm sure ( bit like Neal turning up in his red 850 R ) but it will be nice to see you again and check out the new paintwork. :)[/QUOTE]
lol im still waiting to check the new paint work out went down last week and yes they have flatted the paint that's it says can I have an other 2 weeks so that will be 6 weeks they have had it
Post 732896 by Burnsie on 2014-09-01 20:42:42
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
Post 732903 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-09-01 21:15:51
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
Post 732914 by Biff on 2014-09-01 21:56:42
This is going to be an awesome meet. :)
Post 734667 by nosh on 2014-09-11 10:45:29
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38. Mr Boost & family
Post 734671 by stribo on 2014-09-11 11:03:02
[QUOTE=nosh;734667]The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38. Mr Boost & family[/QUOTE]
38+ Volvos is going to be some turn out.
Post 734673 by Nealevo on 2014-09-11 11:07:22
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38. Mr Boost & family
39. Nealevo (If im in the country)
Post 734674 by p fandango on 2014-09-11 12:07:28
[QUOTE=stribo;734671]38+ Volvos is going to be some turn out.[/QUOTE]
38 & a BMW lol
Post 734678 by claymore on 2014-09-11 13:15:20
My misses will probably bring the S60, so that will be 40 cars.
Post 734680 by stephenevans99 on 2014-09-11 13:24:08
There's also going to be the services of a Dent Removal chap available on the day - always worth a chat if you want the odd car park ding removing.
Post 734682 by nosh on 2014-09-11 13:29:46
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;734680]There's also going to be the services of a Dent Removal chap available on the day - always worth a chat if you want the odd car park ding removing.[/QUOTE]
cheap to :)
Post 734796 by nosh on 2014-09-12 10:31:14
The List:
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38. Mr Boost & family
39. Nealevo (If im in the country)
40. DTP
Post 734828 by Slomo on 2014-09-12 12:46:13
Ohhhh so I really need to get the T4 working for this....
Post 736951 by nosh on 2014-09-24 22:18:00
List So Far .....................
1.twig
2.millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
3.nosh
4.stephenevans99
5.immi
6.tomcat
7.biff
8.deathrider
9.s7010v
10.dew1911
11.P Fandango
12.Claymore
13.Mark Lewis & Co
14.PaulT5estate
15.PGM
16.Endo
17.Harry
18.FayeC70
19.T5 Pete
20.djdarrenpilk
21.pookie
22.thanatos
23.Kwk
24.robbob144
25.craig
26.Big Dave
27.Godzooky
28.Wrinkles
29.The Thong
30.Stribo
31.Mole T-5R
32.ExternalError
33.Martin R Smith
34.Bones maybe
35.Jimbob
36. Burnsie
37. Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38. Mr Boost & family
39. Nealevo (If im in the country)
40. DTP
41. Neil Samson
42. Mike Alder
43. jjsaul
44. peter abbot & laura
45. FaRRow85
Post 738616 by Volvostorm on 2014-10-01 20:00:24
I doubt mine will be there now, due to the oil leak, guess I could trailer it there though
Post 738619 by t5 pete on 2014-10-01 20:01:31
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;738616]I doubt mine will be there now, due to the oil leak, guess I could trailer it there though[/QUOTE]
If you can bring it Paul its would be great I cannot wait to see the photoshoot for this event
Post 738636 by Nealevo on 2014-10-01 20:17:48
I'm out, ill be playing with a volcano in Iceland, I want lots of pics...
Post 738648 by stribo on 2014-10-01 20:28:52
[QUOTE=Nealevo;738636]I'm out, ill be playing with a volcano in Iceland, I want lots of pics...[/QUOTE]
So do we. ;)
Post 740792 by stephenevans99 on 2014-10-08 20:09:02
Just a quick update and some exciting developments for the Cosford Meet.
From VolvoTuning organiser:
[I][B]Hi everyone,
I just wanted to share exciting and important news regarding our up and coming meeting at RAF Cosford on Sunday November 16th.
We've been working hard behind the scenes to team up with a Volvo main dealer and today we're happy to announce that Brindley Volvo from Wolverhampton will attend our meeting with a selection of new Volvo cars from the current model line up.....will there be a new XC90 to play with ?
On the day you'll be able to view, inspect and test drive the models and talk to the Brindley Volvo support team.
The cherry on the top of this particular cake will also see PR agents and photographers from Volvo's European publicity partner "No Bull" attending.
No Bull, are looking to run an article online covering the event and also help with advertising the event across a number of Volvo main dealer and specialist websites.
So come on everyone........lets get as many of our cars along on the day to ensure we give them a proper VolvoTuning.Net photo spectacle and story to report on! spread the word guys ;)[/B] [/I]
This is going to be an awesome meet.....can't wait.
Post 740798 by claymore on 2014-10-08 20:24:01
If I can sort out a transporter, I'll be bringing the wip
Edit: Just been offered the use of a transporter FOC, happy days. :)
Post 740807 by t5 pete on 2014-10-08 20:41:27
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;740792]Just a quick update and some exciting developments for the Cosford Meet.
From VolvoTuning organiser:
[I][B]Hi everyone,
I just wanted to share exciting and important news regarding our up and coming meeting at RAF Cosford on Sunday November 16th.
We've been working hard behind the scenes to team up with a Volvo main dealer and today we're happy to announce that Brindley Volvo from Wolverhampton will attend our meeting with a selection of new Volvo cars from the current model line up.....will there be a new XC90 to play with ?
On the day you'll be able to view, inspect and test drive the models and talk to the Brindley Volvo support team.
The cherry on the top of this particular cake will also see PR agents and photographers from Volvo's European publicity partner "No Bull" attending.
No Bull, are looking to run an article online covering the event and also help with advertising the event across a number of Volvo main dealer and specialist websites.
So come on everyone........lets get as many of our cars along on the day to ensure we give them a proper VolvoTuning.Net photo spectacle and story to report on! spread the word guys ;)[/B] [/I]
This is going to be an awesome meet.....can't wait.[/QUOTE]
Awesome news but now I am seriously going to have to kick the painter up the arse to get a move on
Post 740841 by p fandango on 2014-10-08 21:38:33
[QUOTE=claymore;740798]Edit: Just been offered the use of a transporter FOC, happy days. :)[/QUOTE]
they don't want to pick a car (BT) up from Cov as well do they lol
Post 740843 by stephenevans99 on 2014-10-08 21:40:03
It ain't Scrap Yard Challenge you know ;)
Post 740854 by p fandango on 2014-10-08 21:46:01
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;740843]It ain't Scrap Yard Challenge you know ;)[/QUOTE]
says the bloke who's so ashamed of admitting his got a D5 lol
Post 740864 by stephenevans99 on 2014-10-08 21:59:13
Got a D5 & a D4...... :)
Post 740865 by p fandango on 2014-10-08 22:00:23
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;740864]Got a D5 & a D4...... :)[/QUOTE]
oh dear, whats that going to be disguised as ;)
Post 740877 by nosh on 2014-10-08 22:56:00
[QUOTE=t5 pete;740807]Awesome news but now I am seriously going to have to kick the painter up the arse to get a move on[/QUOTE]
yes c'mon pete pull your finger out lol ...
Post 740902 by t5 pete on 2014-10-09 00:15:38
[QUOTE=nosh;740877]yes c'mon pete pull your finger out lol ...[/QUOTE]
Been down today still no further but they were putting the bonnet and summert else in booth told them it has to be done for next week so hopefully will be done at end of this month
Post 740918 by moosepowerlee on 2014-10-09 07:57:16
Hoping to make this sound like it should be a blast :)
Wont put my name on list just yet tho gota check a few things first
Post 747129 by MoleT-5R on 2014-11-08 13:39:20
Well I'm totally gutted, as I have just realised that I'm shifted on for that Sunday and have no way out of it at present, so it is looking very unlikely that the Gul will be making an appearance......sorry guys
Post 747131 by t5 pete on 2014-11-08 13:51:41
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;747129]Well I'm totally gutted, as I have just realised that I'm shifted on for that Sunday and have no way out of it at present, so it is looking very unlikely that the Gul will be making an appearance......sorry guys[/QUOTE]
Oh dear it may be looking like there is no guls going then im still going but in what car is any one guess
Post 747136 by Ettienne on 2014-11-08 14:37:15
[QUOTE=t5 pete;747131]Oh dear it may be looking like there is no guls going then im still going but in what car is any one guess[/QUOTE]
Your still coming to the next southern meet with claymore?
Post 747137 by Ettienne on 2014-11-08 14:37:45
Meant for mole sorry Pete, on iPhone shopping
Post 747170 by MoleT-5R on 2014-11-08 20:01:51
[QUOTE=Ettienne;747137]Meant for mole sorry Pete, on iPhone shopping[/QUOTE]
Yep I'm still up for it, roughly a 400 mile round trip, I was just thinking about the itinerary for the day, so I will need to know what time your crowd meet up, I'm assuming that you'll will be meeting 1.00-2.00pm, so I'm at present working our timings around this time
Post 747205 by Hybusamini on 2014-11-09 07:28:21
:smile:[QUOTE=t5 pete;747131]Oh dear it may be looking like there is no guls going then im still going but in what car is any one guess[/QUOTE] I'm going :)
Post 747210 by Ettienne on 2014-11-09 08:25:11
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;747170]Yep I'm still up for it, roughly a 400 mile round trip, I was just thinking about the itinerary for the day, so I will need to know what time your crowd meet up, I'm assuming that you'll will be meeting 1.00-2.00pm, so I'm at present working our timings around this time[/QUOTE]
If you need us to shift times a bit earlier shouldn't be a problem, but meet is 2pm. Quite a few of us can get there a bit earlier though
Post 747260 by MoleT-5R on 2014-11-09 14:47:52
[QUOTE=Ettienne;747210]If you need us to shift times a bit earlier shouldn't be a problem, but meet is 2pm. Quite a few of us can get there a bit earlier though[/QUOTE]
2pm will be fine, I must get a thread up on here in case anyone else wants to join the mad dash to the south and back.
Post 747706 by nosh on 2014-11-12 12:49:39
For now here’s a reminder of the list of members attending ....still room for morE
1 millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's ( x3) V70R, 850R and C70
2 twig
3 nosh
4 stephenevans99
5 immi
6 tomcat
7 biff
8 deathrider
9 s7010v
10 dew1911
11 P Fandango
12 Claymore
13 Mark Lewis & Co
14 PaulT5estate
15 PGM
16 Endo
17 Harry
18 FayeC70
19 T5 Pete
20 djdarrenpilk
21 pookie
22 thanatos
23 Kwk
24 robbob144
25 craig
26 Big Dave
27 Godzooky
28 Wrinkles
29 The Thong
30 Stribo
31 Mole T-5R
32 ExternalError
33 Martin R Smith
34 Bones perhaps
35 jimbob
36 burnsie
37 Wobbly Dave (because of Ms. Clarke is doing it) LOL
38 Mr Boost & family
39 Nealevo (If im in the country)
40 DTP
41 neil samson
42 Mike Alder
43 jjsaul
44 peter abbbot & laura
45 FaRRow85
46 MOTORMAT
47 Darren
48 Brindley Volvo Car 1
49 Brindley Volvo Car 2
50 Bennie
51 Mr Thirsty
52 moosepower
53 C30 Crew + 10 of its members
There are still a few facebook users that are not on the list but will be attending so looking like an excellent turnout
there is also a charity raffle being held which has some great prizes that have been donated ..
along with a few freebies from our sponsers 'BRINDLEY VOLVO'
Post 747713 by V70 Graham on 2014-11-12 13:12:18
That's quite a list !
Post 747715 by stribo on 2014-11-12 13:14:20
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;747713]That's quite a list ![/QUOTE]
Shame you can't make it mate, should be a good day.
Post 747718 by V70 Graham on 2014-11-12 13:36:19
[QUOTE=stribo;747715]Shame you can't make it mate, should be a good day.[/QUOTE]
I have just text in with a request for a shift swap (already tried a couple of weeks ago) don't hold your breath though !
Post 747731 by Nealevo on 2014-11-12 15:11:03
Unfortunately i am in Iceland so wont make it, its a shame as it has the potential to be one of the biggest meets.
Post 747747 by stribo on 2014-11-12 17:28:12
[QUOTE=Nealevo;747731][COLOR="#FF0000"]Unfortunately i am in Iceland so wont make it[/COLOR], its a shame as it has the potential to be one of the biggest meets.[/QUOTE]
So that's you and Peter Andre, hate to think what you'll be up to. ;)
Post 747765 by Nealevo on 2014-11-12 18:15:25
[QUOTE=stribo;747747]So that's you and Peter Andre, hate to think what you'll be up to. ;)[/QUOTE]
Looking for Kerry Catona, i have a gun and he has a shovel
Post 747816 by Biff on 2014-11-12 22:55:20
Biffs out I'm afraid.
Gutted. Got a boot full of bits to fit & I'm living in hospital.
Post 747998 by RobbieH on 2014-11-14 00:28:42
Not been to Cosford for years and the barge needs a run out. Count me in.
Post 748006 by MoleT-5R on 2014-11-14 07:04:47
[QUOTE=Biff;747816]Biffs out I'm afraid.
Gutted. Got a boot full of bits to fit & I'm living in hospital.[/QUOTE]
we'll meet you one day mate, junior has to come first, best of luck
Post 748057 by hemihusky on 2014-11-14 18:26:36
So after a lil debt collecting i will also be at cosford! last minute i know but at least its another to add to the pile
Post 748066 by stribo on 2014-11-14 20:00:29
[QUOTE=hemihusky;748057]So after a lil debt collecting i will also be at cosford! last minute i know but at least its another to add to the pile[/QUOTE]
Nice one.
Post 748068 by t5 pete on 2014-11-14 20:02:05
This is certainly going to be a awesome meet
Post 748077 by claymore on 2014-11-14 20:52:47
[QUOTE=hemihusky;748057]So after a lil debt collecting i will also be at cosford! last minute i know but at least its another to add to the pile[/QUOTE]
It's amazing how the offer of some free brakes can focus the mind....lol
Post 748078 by hemihusky on 2014-11-14 20:56:24
its also amazing how when you start telling people your gonna start charging interest on the money they have owed me for 3 months how they quickly react XD. and not totally free im still gonna try n scape some more money up to give you. cant totaly take them as id feel terrable!
Post 748115 by V70 Graham on 2014-11-15 10:50:53
Looks like I have swapped my shifts, we'll be convoying up the M40 with stribo meeting at 0830 at Cherwell services if anyone's passing.
Post 748117 by M-R-P on 2014-11-15 11:04:13
As you all probably know, I'll be a bit busy this weekend so have a good one guys, take lots of pictures :D
Post 748142 by MoleT-5R on 2014-11-15 14:27:24
I now have the afternoon off work, so I will be there about 1.00ish
Post 748157 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-15 17:06:29
Anyone going north on the M6 past junction 3?
Post 748159 by stribo on 2014-11-15 17:10:52
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;748157]Anyone going north on the M6 past junction 3?[/QUOTE]
We'll be joining the M6 at junction 4 probably about 10 ish.
Post 748160 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-15 17:21:34
[QUOTE=stribo;748159]We'll be joining the M6 at junction 4 probably about 10 ish.[/QUOTE]
Cool I'll pm you my number I can hang at the services a few miles before 4 :)
Post 748162 by claymore on 2014-11-15 17:39:08
thrown a hose over the green bitch and given it a quick hoover, so I'm ready, 302's and engine damper in the back, don't think I'm taking anything else.
Post 748163 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-15 17:41:31
[QUOTE=claymore;748162]thrown a hose over the green bitch and given it a quick hoover, so I'm ready, 302's and engine damper in the back, don't think I'm taking anything else.[/QUOTE]
Forgot about that damper cheers :)
Post 748171 by ExternalError on 2014-11-15 18:17:32
ill be joining on the m6 jct 6 if someone can text me when you leave the services ill wait at star city till i get the text and join and wait for you to catch up
Post 748203 by moosepowerlee on 2014-11-15 20:38:49
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;748115]Looks like I have swapped my shifts, we'll be convoying up the M40 with stribo meeting at 0830 at Cherwell services if anyone's passing.[/QUOTE]
If i get there intime ill tag along i drive like a granny tho so will see .:)
Post 748207 by Hybusamini on 2014-11-15 20:54:41
See u all 2 moz pop pop
Post 748227 by V70 Graham on 2014-11-15 22:20:34
[QUOTE=moosepowerlee;748203]If i get there intime ill tag along i drive like a granny tho so will see .:)[/QUOTE]
No one drives slower than me !
Post 748298 by smithy on 2014-11-16 18:24:35
Your car looks nice frankie and u was on about selling it numpty
Post 748302 by T5frankie on 2014-11-16 19:27:58
[QUOTE=smithy;748298]Your car looks nice frankie and u was on about selling it numpty[/QUOTE]
i wouldnt if it had a 5 speed gearbox and i could boost it over 12 psi without fuel cut
Post 748308 by V70 Graham on 2014-11-16 20:37:51
Was a great meet, good to see a lot of VPC'ers in attendance, I have a few pictures to post which I'll pop up tomorrow.
Post 748316 by smithy on 2014-11-16 21:21:29
[QUOTE=T5frankie;748302]i wouldnt if it had a 5 speed gearbox and i could boost it over 12 psi without fuel cut[/QUOTE]
U can
Post 748322 by stribo on 2014-11-16 21:24:57
Yep, great day, if a touch chilly, but that's the north for you, good to catch up with the usual suspects. Link to my pics:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10205334073650304.1073741840.1202111812&type=1&l=7ffebf9ac2
Post 748344 by don kalmar union on 2014-11-17 09:44:51
Well, what a day, apparently 90 plus well presented Volvos and their owners and families in a very well chosen venue.
As well organised as any Volvo event I have previously attended without the aloof and unfriendly behaviour found with some organisers.... errr or so called 'clubs'.
A real credit to www.volvotuning.net in their thorough and discreet organisation.
Don.
Post 748345 by dionbullock on 2014-11-17 10:05:59
Looked like a good day out! shame I missed it :(
Post 748346 by stribo on 2014-11-17 10:08:53
[QUOTE=dionbullock;748345]Looked like a good day out! shame I missed it :([/QUOTE]
I thought you were there mate, there was a 240 there just like yours, won best saloon as well.
Post 748362 by Hound on 2014-11-17 12:56:41
I found out about it too late, or I would have come and said hello to all you "old hands". :(
Post 748364 by T5frankie on 2014-11-17 13:23:58
[QUOTE=stribo;748346]I thought you were there mate, there was a 240 there just like yours, won best saloon as well.[/QUOTE]
Fix!!
Post 748367 by stribo on 2014-11-17 13:41:14
[QUOTE=T5frankie;748364]Fix!![/QUOTE]
Yeah, our R should have won. ;)
Post 748371 by Nealevo on 2014-11-17 14:16:48
Who won what?
Post 748477 by dionbullock on 2014-11-18 15:05:36
That red 240 is tidy! Rare wheels too!! Its an earlier model than mine, chrome around the windscreen and the grill / bonnet is a bit different too. Who's was it? Anyone on here?
Post 748834 by Wobbly Dave on 2014-11-21 17:54:09
Just so so busy (1st time on the forum in a week!!) and it was a real shame I did have a Volvo to bring down (s40 is sold and C70 is in bits).
Looks like you all had a great time. Hopefully next year is gonna be a little easier on me.
Post 748854 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-21 19:41:30
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;748834]Just so so busy (1st time on the forum in a week!!) and it was a real shame I did have a Volvo to bring down (s40 is sold and C70 is in bits).
Looks like you all had a great time. Hopefully next year is gonna be a little easier on me.[/QUOTE]
Nah Dave your fecked for at least the next 18yrs :):)
Post 748858 by JUDGENINJA on 2014-11-21 19:54:32
Could have brought your new car at one point there was a Focus parked in the middle..
Post 748860 by jamesy12345 on 2014-11-21 19:57:40
That is an impressively fugly helicopter. A Sikorsky MH-53M if anyone is interested
Post 748862 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-21 20:11:10
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;748860]That is an impressively fugly helicopter. A Sikorsky MH-53M if anyone is interested[/QUOTE]
Watched a video about it there's a TV on the other side showed it's history etc serious bit of kit :)
Post 748863 by jamesy12345 on 2014-11-21 20:14:30
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;748862]Watched a video about it there's a TV on the other side showed it's history etc serious bit of kit :)[/QUOTE]
if the elephant man designed a helicopter...
Post 748866 by Jamest5r on 2014-11-21 20:27:08
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;748863]if the elephant man designed a helicopter...[/QUOTE]
Jack Nicholson should fly it :)
Post 748871 by p fandango on 2014-11-21 20:57:23
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;748860]That is an impressively fugly helicopter. A Sikorsky MH-53M if anyone is interested[/QUOTE]
like my favorite plane, the A10 tank-buster. Bloody ugly to look at, but you wouldn't mess with it
Post 748879 by stribo on 2014-11-21 21:12:24
[QUOTE=p fandango;748871]like my favorite plane, the A10 tank-buster. Bloody ugly to look at, but you wouldn't mess with it[/QUOTE]
It wasn't nicknamed the warthog for nothing.
Post 748910 by jamesy12345 on 2014-11-22 06:25:28
[QUOTE=p fandango;748871]like my favorite plane, the A10 tank-buster. Bloody ugly to look at, but you wouldn't mess with it[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;748879]It wasn't nicknamed the warthog for nothing.[/QUOTE]
Cool
Royal Air Force Museum Cosford - Shropshire TF11 8UP
[SIZE=4]Sunday 16th November[/SIZE]
http://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/cosford/
There is no admittance fee.....it's free. The only charge is £2.50 per car to park in the car park.
The museum itself is home to a large array of aircraft from all eras of flight, what's more its mostly indoors so regardless of the November weather we'll be nice and dry inside.
Once inside it's admittance all areas, there is a Costa Coffee Shop and Restaurant for those wanting a Sunday Roast dinner and as a premier attraction its very family friendly with lots to keep younger and more fidgety visitors happy....
The big attractions are:
1) The cold war exhibit that has all three Big British V Bombers....if you've not seen these before or up close they are huge aircraft and all the fast interceptor jets like the AVRO Lightning's are here and are all suspended from the roof allowing you to walk under and over them.
2) The older World War 2 aircraft are also present, Spitfires, Hurricanes, US Mustangs and a Lancaster Bomber as well as some German aircraft including the Dornier 17 which was recently pulled up from the bottom of the English Channel and is being restored.
3) Hanger 1 contains the aero engines, everything from the piston driven Merlin to a huge modern day Rolls Royce Trent Jet engine which powers the Airbus A380. Most of these are cut away so if the guys are into their engineering, which being on here on this site we know they are, then this Hanger is a must see.
As for the agenda.....it's currently suggested:
10:30 - 11:00 Arrive at RAF Cosford.
11:15 - 11.30 Social catch up, general banter & piss take - Group photos
11:30 - 14:00 Tour Museum
14:00 - 14:30 Further photo opportunity Cars and Planes
14:30 Leave in convoys
Already looking like a popular meet - we are looking at a dedicated VolvoTuning carpark with a selection of aircraft in the background making for some good photo opportunities.
Attendees so far:
[LIST=1]
[*] twig
[*] millsy, mrs millsy & mini millsy's
[*] nosh
[*] mr evans
[*] immi
[*] tomcat
[*] biff
[*] deathrider
[*] s7010v
[*] dew1911
[*] P Fandango
[*] Claymore
[*] Mark Lewis & Co
[*] PaulT5estate
[*] PGM
[*] Endo
[*] Harry
[*] FayeC70
[*] T5 Pete
[*] djdarrenpilk
[*] pookie
[*] thanatos
[*] Kwk
[*] robbob144
[*] craig
[/LIST]
