| Author | Message | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 2191 Registered: 10-2002 |
Since FOC is not doing anything in the Midwest, I haven't had a chance to enjoy much of that membership. But there is IMHO one good thing: They publish the bi annual members book and I think that is kinda cool. It's like a Who's who of the F world. | ||
| Paul Bianco (Paulie_b)
Member Username: Paulie_b Post Number: 821 Registered: 1-2003 |
Paul, I waiting for you to join in. Well said. Some of us have "been there, done that". | ||
| Paul Sloan (Sloan83qv)
Member Username: Sloan83qv Post Number: 642 Registered: 3-2001 |
Isn't this funny I got my FOC renewal in the mail today, it didn't even make into the house as I stopped at my garbage can by the garage and put it where it belonged. Unfortunately they don't pick up the trash till next Tuesday morning, gosh I hope the racoons don't get a hold of it as it will make them sick as hell. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1318 Registered: 10-2002 |
>> WE really need just one club << Art, I agree completely.  | ||
| arthur chambers (Art355)
Advanced Member Username: Art355 Post Number: 2601 Registered: 6-2001 |
WE really need just one club, there aren't enough of us to divide us up. Having said that, the FCA is the dominant club in Northern California. I don't know about the other areas however. Art | ||
| Alan Leach (Speedy308)
Junior Member Username: Speedy308 Post Number: 125 Registered: 12-2002 |
I vote for no elections! But don't quote me on that! Glad you liked the photo, you'll notice in Texas two hands counts as two votes!!! Go Prodrive! You guys make us proud!! | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Senior Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 6114 Registered: 5-2001 |
For track in our region there are non-f-car clubs you can join and get actual track time at cost. FCA has two track events per year in our region. Sebring (spring) and Moroso (Nov). They also have a great party at JMB Racing this Friday eve. As far as FOC they have cancelled all their track dates this year. The only one they had was in Moroso and attendance was poor to say the least. Since you met already soem of the Squids I can offer you to come onto our e-mail list and be updated on what is going on. We are a non-club, so there is no president hence no election. If you want to show feel free to do so, if not, no big deal. e-mail me. We have some great things going on the next week. Cheap and something that none of the clubs can provide. 1 on 1 with drivers, team owners and garage visits at Prodrive and Olive Garden. Dinner with the team on two days.  | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 2169 Registered: 10-2002 |
Oh, did I mention there are harsh feelings between some FCA and FOC members due to politics? Personally I signed up with both clubs and have their name tags in my car. Just in case to be ready for either event. But showing up with a FCA tag at a FOC event might be dangerous... | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Senior Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 6113 Registered: 5-2001 |
do I really need to comment? | ||
| Paul Bianco (Paulie_b)
Member Username: Paulie_b Post Number: 812 Registered: 1-2003 |
Alan (below) brings up a good question about elections. In Florida there is none. Its a dictatorship. | ||
| Paul Bianco (Paulie_b)
Member Username: Paulie_b Post Number: 811 Registered: 1-2003 |
Ken, don't waste your time and registration fee for the FOC especially here is Florida. Unfortunately, to join Florida you also have to join the national group. Same as the FCA. I can explain firsthand. I was a regional member and board member for 2 years. Don't waste your $$$. Others in Florida can attest. | ||
| Andy Falsetta (Tuttebenne)
Member Username: Tuttebenne Post Number: 273 Registered: 3-2003 |
Being in Florida you're fortunate that both clubs are active. If you were in New York the choice would be more difficult. Considering the amount of cars and owners in NY one would expect more activities than there are. | ||
| Terry (Dogue)
Member Username: Dogue Post Number: 398 Registered: 9-2001 |
FOC does not require ownership, or at least they didn't when I joined 5 years ago, I have since changed to FCA because of activity. FOC is very active in Southern California and I think in Florida. FCA seems to have more active regions. | ||
| Alan Leach (Speedy308)
Junior Member Username: Speedy308 Post Number: 117 Registered: 12-2002 |
How are elections in FOC handled??  | ||
| Mr. Doody (Doody)
Intermediate Member Username: Doody Post Number: 1741 Registered: 11-2001 |
check your local area to see what's what. the web sites of each will point you in the right directions. i joined both here in MA and dropped FOC - very little activity. doody. | ||
| Andreas Forrer (Tifosi12)
Intermediate Member Username: Tifosi12 Post Number: 2166 Registered: 10-2002 |
FOC requires ownership of a Ferrari; FCA doesn't. Depending on where you live either club is strong. E.g. in the Midwest the FOC is basically non existent, whereas FCA is very strong. But in other regions, it is different. Worldwide there is of course only FOC (e.g. in Europe). | ||
| Ken Sullender (Sulley)
New member Username: Sulley Post Number: 35 Registered: 9-2003 |
I am a new Ferrari owner and want to get involved with the Ferrari communmity. What is the difference between these two groups? Looking for a little direction on this. Thanks |