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john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 128 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, April 30, 2003 - 10:55 am: | |
Looking through the recent registrations for this event is interesting. Originally, the theme of the event centered around the 250 sports racers, because we had several Ferrari 250s coming (of particular interest we had (3) of them that raced together in the 1962 LeMans race. But, it turns out we will have a gaggle of Ferrari supercars, so the theme may change. It now looks like out of the 60 or so spots, (11) will be the modern supercar variety: (5) F40s! (2) F50s, (2) 288GTOs, (2) Enzos. These cars are a modern tribute to the famous 60s sports racers, (racecars that could be driven to the track, raced, and back) so maybe the theme has not changed. We will certainly drive to the racetrack, race, and drive back, just as they were designed for! Several F-chatters confirmed already. |
Dave Goldman (Dave328)
Junior Member Username: Dave328
Post Number: 138 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 - 5:41 pm: | |
Thanks, Matt. And I was just kidding about the steaks. Besides that would be cruel and unusual punishment to make that 3 hour drive and have to smell that steak the whole way! LOL! Dave |
Matt (Matt_lamotte)
Member Username: Matt_lamotte
Post Number: 331 Registered: 10-2002
| Posted on Tuesday, April 29, 2003 - 9:04 am: | |
Dave, I definitly have not forgot about you. I'll swing by on my way and grab a few for you. By the way. Your car looks great in your profile! |
Dave Goldman (Dave328)
Junior Member Username: Dave328
Post Number: 137 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 8:13 pm: | |
Hey Matt: You will at least get a ride in mine. After all I did promise! Just remember to bring the steak from Mesquite Charlies! LOL JK Dave |
Dave (Maranelloman)
Intermediate Member Username: Maranelloman
Post Number: 1315 Registered: 1-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 6:29 pm: | |
John, thanks. I have sent you a private email with my home address. I will also download the form, just in case... |
john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 126 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 6:15 pm: | |
Dave: I really want you to come. We are not going to mail out as many as we did last year. But you can download the registration form from "www.vip-llc.com" and fax it in. It will be accepted if you do it soon. Or if you like send me your address and I will send you a hard copy. We have some major support this year from Ferrari and Pirelli and all of it is fed into the event. It will be spectacular this year. Matt: The concorso and the track event will be open to spectators for a nominal charge. Contact 504-636-1040 and speak to Lance Broussard for more info on this. |
Matt (Matt_lamotte)
Member Username: Matt_lamotte
Post Number: 330 Registered: 10-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 5:49 pm: | |
John, I am definitly interested. What will the prices be for spectators. Me and a friend may come over from Pensacola. Will any rides be available to us in the cars? Thanks in advance |
Dave (Maranelloman)
Intermediate Member Username: Maranelloman
Post Number: 1313 Registered: 1-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 5:47 pm: | |
John, will you be mailing invites to the same folks as last year? We were unable to attend last year, but will this year. Thanks! |
john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 124 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 5:32 pm: | |
6 hours is nothing!! Do it. We are based at the Windsor Court. John |
Greg Owens (Owens84qv)
Member Username: Owens84qv
Post Number: 772 Registered: 10-2001
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 5:30 pm: | |
John, one of my very good friends and I took his 355 Challenge car to Watkins Glen this past September for a FOC event. He toughened my stomach then but I'll give you a chance to toss my cookies! I was told the Royal Sonesta on Bourbon St. and Windsor Court were two decent places to stay for first time New Orleans visitors. Are those close enough to these events? We probably won't bring the Ferrari as it is a 6-hour drive from Tallahassee, but writing this event in INK on the calendar! |
john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 122 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 4:34 pm: | |
Greg: Yes. You can come to the track and concorso only. Call 504-636-1040. I look foward to seeing you there. (If you come to the track, bring a helmet, and a strong stomach!!) John |
Greg Owens (Owens84qv)
Member Username: Owens84qv
Post Number: 770 Registered: 10-2001
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 12:38 pm: | |
John, is it possible to attend the concourse as a spectator only? My wife and I have been looking for a great reason to visit New Orleans. What better excuse than a Ferrari event? |
john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 117 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Monday, April 28, 2003 - 10:36 am: | |
The date in my post was a day off. The event is October 23-26, 2003. |
john w. houghtaling, II (Johnhoughtaling)
Junior Member Username: Johnhoughtaling
Post Number: 108 Registered: 11-2002
| Posted on Friday, April 25, 2003 - 5:31 pm: | |
FORZA MAGAZINE describes it as the Best Ferrari event in the country: Spots are now open for the 4th Annual French Quarter Classic, October 24-27, 2003, New Orleans. Sponsored by Pirelli North America, Ferrari of Houston and Dallas, and Harrahs Casino: This is a very upscale, VIP event, limited to 50 of the most spectacular Ferraris on the planet: THURSDAY: welcome reception, orientation and entertainment FRIDAY: A Police escort will take us to the Grand Bayou Raceway: a 2 mile FIA style roadcourse. We will have an F1 driver flying in from Europe to demostrate a 333SP and ENZO, and giving rides in a 360 Challenge. The track event will catered by a very popular Cajun Bistro. Friday Night will be a multi-course Gourmet meal and entertainment at one of the best resturants in New Orleans. SAT. Sat. morning will begin with a road ralley to one of the most spectacular Plantations in the country were the concourse will be staged by the best FCA judges in the country. Sat. night will be our GRAND GALA which will be a Mardi Gras style Black Tie Ball with a Balcony overlooking Bourbon Street. SUNDAY: Sunday we will be escorted by 20 NOPD motorcylce police officers through the heart of the French Quarter and to brunch at one of the most spectacular private mansions in New Orleans. See FORZA articles in issues #44, 36 ,27, for what FORZA describes at thier favorite Ferrari event. Private Limosine service will be at your disposal throughout the event. If you would like to join us Go to "VIP-LLC.com" to download a registration form and fax it in. |