Back by popular demand after the success of previous sessions. This time, you've got the chance to get your bella all sparkley again after the ravages of the winter season and ready for the Scottish Italian Car Day at Cupar the following weekend, :thumbs:. So no excuses for anyone turning up with a less than pristine Alfa that day, :tut:.
The format will be pretty much as before, with washing facilities outside in the enclosed jet-wash area then into the preparation shed for much dispensing of potions (BYOB) and buffing of cloths. If you weren't at the last one, here's a little taster of what to expect : http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/meets-and-events-images/358896-wash-n-wax-11-11-12-a.html
A big "THANK YOU" in advance to their bodyshop manager, John Forret ('johnnytheboy' on here) for once again agreeing to host and organise this event which can only help to forge stronger links between them (the dealer) and us (the Alfa community), whilst at the same time being a most enjoyable way to pass a few hours, , so let's try and respond with a good turn-out on the day.
And an even bigger "THANK YOU" to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh for sponsoring this event by providing the prizes for a skills test challenge - full details on the day but there's a clue in Post #14.
So no matter whether you have an OCD like me (and srb71) and think nothing of spending a whole day buffing your bella, or simply want to throw a bucket of water in its general direction and spend the rest of the day leaning on the coffee machine engaged in Alfa-talk (or anywhere in between these two extremes), then this is the event for you.
Could you RSVP to this please so that we know how many bacon butties and brews are required on the day,
I'm planning on preparing some sample pots of Zymol Ital wax. Specifically produced for Italian red paintwork (which I don't have), it's a lovely wax. So anyone fancy a try out let me know. :thumbs:
Any takers for some Zymol? I've prepped one pot (20ml) but will need to get some containers to put some more in. As I said nice wax and 20ml should be enough for 2 layers.
I know I say this all the time but I'll try and make it. My car hasn't been properly washed since sometime last year so is going to need the full works.
Stuart, re your RSVP 'Maybe' comment. Easy solution, get flights changed to Edinburgh then you can just drop in on the run home. OK, you'll arrive with us a bit late (we can keep back a buttie or two, ) but I'm sure your good lady is pretty handy wielding a polishing cloth and could help you make up for lost time, :thumbs: :lol:.
Great idea to keep this up, especially week before Hill o' Tarvit. :thumbs:
Jumped the gun this morn as I confirmed attendance before checking our calendar. Realised my wife is away that Sunday so I'll have the kids - neither of which will be happy with a microfiber for more than 10 mins!
Last few have been good but I'll see most of you up in Cupar the following week.
BREAKING NEWS: Many thanks to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh, who have agreed to sponsor the event and are providing some Alfa merchandise, including a watch :wow: , as prizes for a 'little' skills test that has been devised - full details will be revealed on the day as we can't have anybody gaining an advantage by practicing beforehand, :tut: , can we?
Hope you can make it on Sunday. As CPE has already said, yes we do have track nights at Knockhill as guests of the Scottish Alfa Romeo Owners Club. The next date isn't set yet (probably late August) but keep watching the Events Diary for details as they emerge. Just to give you a taste of what to expect: http://www.alfaowner.com/Forum/meet...ottish-aroc-track-night-knockhill-17-8-a.html - all very civilised as everybody has a connection with Alfa, so no chavved-up Saxos and the like.
There isn't going to be a second track night at Knockhill this year - due to too much money being lost on the events. There might be something at Crail instead though.
Just a quick note for anyone that has not been before, just drive onto the premises and around the back of the building, you will see our wash bay open, feel free to wash the car first then drive into the building where everyone will meet up. The arrow on the map gives you an idea of where to go!
sorry but going to have to withdraw from this event - hope you all have a good time cleaning your Bellas and that the weather is good for you driving home so as not to undo all your hard work :thumbs:
As ever, thanks to John and his team for making us welcome and serving up the normal high standard of fare. Good session, great to meet so many people. Many thanks also to Rob for working on my little surprise paintwork issue, not that he needs much of an excuse! Well organised as always, David.
Fully concur wie awe the pervious sentiments.Guid tay meet old and some new AO people and those I missed my aopologies.
Top butties again from the canteen staff for the day.
Realised halfway home I left my excellent paint card on the stocks.
Eye um shure fur certain there wiz some sabotagy as how else in a dust free environment would big beasties get oan it,:cheese:
However excellent is relatve wrt Lucy's NSF wing.Thanks to Johnny's overseeing I feel confident to give it a bash...cannae be any wurse than it is the noo.
BUTT Well those that ken me.....Reekie I have a job for ewe.:thumbs:
Fantastic day and superb turnout , think if it had been a bit sunnier would have been a treat to take our gleaming cars for a photo-shoot , maybe next time...Impressive set up in Eastern Western Motor Group with every conceivable tool and expertise to bring cars back to their full glory. Bacon rolls expertly made with plenty of coffee. Very much appreciated ....:thumbs:
A great day was had by one and all, I believe. It was great to see some new faces (and cars) - I hope your first AOSS event met your expectations.
A huge "Thank You" to John and the team at Eastern Western (and their families) for again giving up their day off to host the event (and rustle-up the lunchtime bacon and sausage butties and the brews, :thumbs and also to Western Alfa Romeo in Edinburgh for donating the merchandise for the skills challenge prizes - much appreciated, .
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