| Author | Message | ||
| Chris Burch (Cyb)
New member Username: Cyb Post Number: 8 Registered: 1-2003 |
Jim, yes that was me in the yellow '98 355F1 GTS parked by the front door Sat. night. My wife and I immediately ran into 2 couples we hadn't seen is some time and ended up partying with them. Sorry I missed meeting everybody. Next time for sure. Regards, Chris | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3700 Registered: 12-2000 |
Yes, it was Mark's, he was talking about the Pantera club. Funny, Mark was there and also Bob's brother has a Pantera and was there. | ||
| Matt Bradley (Ghostridr)
New member Username: Ghostridr Post Number: 26 Registered: 12-2002 |
The yellow 348 may have been Mark LaCroix's as seen at: http://www.dfwpanteras.com/Muenster.htm | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3699 Registered: 12-2000 |
I thought I was leaving work early at 4:30 to beat the traffic. I just got home, it took me 5 hours! And I had to walk the last 1/2 mile, my BMW couldn't get up the White Chapel hill. I would of been better staying on 114, that would of only taken 2-3 hours, but tried to be smart and went up north off 114, then 635 was backed up, so I went residential through Coppell and that was my downfall. | ||
| Dr.John Gober (Drjohngober)
New member Username: Drjohngober Post Number: 17 Registered: 11-2002 |
Nice weather tonight in NorthEast Tarrant County. Anyone ever put snowchains on a 360? | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1043 Registered: 3-2001 |
Rob, good timing on Saturday night relative to weather.... could have been tonight's weather.  | ||
| Dr.John Gober (Drjohngober)
New member Username: Drjohngober Post Number: 16 Registered: 11-2002 |
Dear Rob, Sorry I missed the excitement Saturday night. My son's select hockey team unexpectedly got into the finals , and I already had the Gremlin all polished up. The pictures look like it was a great event. Now that hockey season is over I am looking forward to more F events. I can hardly wait for the next Karting event, especially if the new Karts are in. I just sent in some info for the raceteam. Looks like a wonderful opportunity. I would love to be involved, I could use it for marketing to my referring Docs. Drive carefully going home, it is slick out 1709. | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 393 Registered: 11-2001 |
Actually, the sultana borrowed it for a weekend trip to Cancun. She promised to bring it back, along with a box of Cohiba Esplendidos. She still isn't back, but I'm sure she's just delayed....  | ||
| Sean Ruckel (Sruckel)
Junior Member Username: Sruckel Post Number: 172 Registered: 10-2001 |
Looks like a great turnout and a good time. Unfortunately, I had some family issues arise that kept me from coming. Hopefully, I will get to come to the next one. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 739 Registered: 7-2002 |
Loved all the yellow! whose yellow 348 was that? As I was leaving saw a yellow 355 parking. Was that you Chris Burch? Also, I left Poker Run fliers on your seats or windshields. Hope that didn't bother you, but wanted to be sure everyone was aware of it. Jano is our first official registrant so he gets the early bird prize! Excuse of the night goes to Tillman: Flat tire? At least say your clutch went out or something. | ||
| Rodney Haas (Icars)
Junior Member Username: Icars Post Number: 166 Registered: 3-2002 |
Matt, My 72 Maserati Indy America Europa Rodney | ||
| Jano Minassian (348_spy)
New member Username: 348_spy Post Number: 7 Registered: 11-2002 |
Had a great time! Thanks for organizing the event. Jano | ||
| Matt Bradley (Ghostridr)
New member Username: Ghostridr Post Number: 25 Registered: 12-2002 |
Looks like an even better turnout than the December one. Good deal. I wasn't able to make it due to work, and the Pantera was in the shop (got it back today--runs better than it ever has). I'll try making the next one. The Maserati...is it a Ghibli I see in the pictures (hard to tell)? | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 738 Registered: 7-2002 |
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| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 737 Registered: 7-2002 |
Couldn't stay as I was sick and had 2 kids with me. However, thanks to Jano, Rob and Greg for allowing them to sit in your cars and thanks to Jano for the rides around the parking lot. They loved it and will surely remember it forever. Also, thanks to Ken for the framed F50 and 911 pics. They carried them into their house like trophies. One of the kids even wore his dad's ferrari watch with no battery. Here are some pics I took as well.         | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1038 Registered: 3-2001 |
That '89 yellow 328 is beautiful... the guy who owned it in Plano (original owner) wasn't ready to sell when I was ready to pull the trigger 4 years ago. I saw it when it was parked at Home Depot in '98 and we spent a half hour talking about 328s... good education for me at the time. It only has 12K miles.... VERY nice! | ||
| William Huber (Solipsist)
Member Username: Solipsist Post Number: 671 Registered: 9-2001 |
Sorry I missed out on the fun, looks like it was a blast. I needed to get back to Houston & needed all the sleep I could get. | ||
| Rodney Haas (Icars)
Junior Member Username: Icars Post Number: 165 Registered: 3-2002 |
Rob, Marci & I had a great time. Thx Rodney | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3675 Registered: 12-2000 |
Good eyes, you can barely see it in the back there. It's actually a prestine 1989 328 GTS. First time I've seen it, Bob had seen it when looking for his Ferrari years ago. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1355 Registered: 7-2001 |
I had intended to be there, but wound up riding to the airport with a friend. On the ride home, I couldn't convince him to stop by for a beer. I need new friends! Sorry I missed it, looks like a great turnout. Is that a yellow 308 I see? Who does it belong to? | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 389 Registered: 11-2001 |
Rob, Thanks for organizing this. I had a blast, and am looking forward to actually driving to the next one. | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1035 Registered: 3-2001 |
Great time... and how good was that weather! Thx Rob! | ||
| Ron R (Ronr)
Junior Member Username: Ronr Post Number: 135 Registered: 10-2002 |
I got one picture before my battery died, dohh.  | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3672 Registered: 12-2000 |
Thanks everyone for coming. It was yet another good turnout. To the best of my memory (3) 308's (3) 328's (3) 348's 355 Testarossa Another 355 and Testarossa showed up later, but I don't know if they were in our group. 1 Masseratti, 1 Porsche, 5 Vipers, and 3 Lotus.    Please send me feedback for the event. Always interested in improving it. BTW, we had over 50 people total in attendance. What do you think about trying out another location? I was not happy Carsons messed up the reservation and I wouldn't mind trying some nice dinning places. | ||
| Ron R (Ronr)
Junior Member Username: Ronr Post Number: 134 Registered: 10-2002 |
Sorry you couldn't make it, Ric. We had a nice crowd tonight. Of course the Vipers wanked out and left early... Hope you're feeling better. | ||
| Ric Rainbolt (Ricrain)
Member Username: Ricrain Post Number: 493 Registered: 2-2002 |
Last minute obstacles kept me from making it. I really wanted to go, but my health failed me again...  | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1034 Registered: 3-2001 |
Rob, add two more to the list... my brother & his wife are coming too. Unfortunately, his Pantera's engine is in pieces getting rebuilt. | ||
| Chris F. (Dallasguy)
Junior Member Username: Dallasguy Post Number: 60 Registered: 10-2002 |
I will try and stop by and say hello while it is still light out to see the cars. Can't stay for dinner though. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3666 Registered: 12-2000 |
Stephanie is awesome! She did it in such a way the "target" wasn't even offended. Geez, I wish my wife could pick up chicks like that!  | ||
| Dan Marlett (Ferrari_dan)
Junior Member Username: Ferrari_dan Post Number: 73 Registered: 9-2002 |
Hey Ron, If your coming by yourself...who is going to hook us up with all of the fine ladies? Your wife did such a good job last time we were out! | ||
| Ken Thomas (Future328driver)
Member Username: Future328driver Post Number: 286 Registered: 12-2001 |
This is shapping up to be a well attended event. I flew back to Dallas last night in the rain and was worried that we might not get a good turnout due to crappy weather, but it looks great out there this morning. See you all tonight. | ||
| Jerry H (Jerry)
Junior Member Username: Jerry Post Number: 150 Registered: 3-2001 |
Wife and I will be there...save me a spot up front just in case I'm a little late. | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1033 Registered: 3-2001 |
Rob, we're in... add two to the restaurant headcount and one for the front row in the parking lot. | ||
| Greg (Greg512tr)
Junior Member Username: Greg512tr Post Number: 100 Registered: 2-2002 |
Rob-Tengo que viajar Sabado a Cancun. Sorry I will miss the event. | ||
| Ron R (Ronr)
Junior Member Username: Ronr Post Number: 133 Registered: 10-2002 |
I'm planning to come. I'll be by myself. I'll try to bring the 308. | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
Intermediate Member Username: Bobd Post Number: 1031 Registered: 3-2001 |
Rob, my wife is checking on babysitters for tomorrow night as I type... I'll let you know as soon as possible. No guarantees but we're trying... | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3653 Registered: 12-2000 |
Porsche, Viper, and Lotus clubs have been invited too. Show up at 5:45pm to make sure to get first row. It will be a big turnout, tomorrow's forecast is mostly sunny. Matt, you invite the Pantera club? | ||
| Ric Rainbolt (Ricrain)
Member Username: Ricrain Post Number: 491 Registered: 2-2002 |
Looks like I'll make it, possibly with two cars (348 for sure, TR maybe). | ||
| Tillman Strahan (Tillman)
Member Username: Tillman Post Number: 386 Registered: 11-2001 |
Looks like I'm going to make it, but neither my wife nor the car are going to be there. Guess I'll just have to park the pickup in the far back corner | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3637 Registered: 12-2000 |
Latest update... I know many don't know if they can come until last minute, but a quick head count would help me plan the reservation. Right now I have a reservation for 30-40 people. For sure --- Rob Lay - 328 GTS Greg Scott - Testarossa New Guy from FCA - 328 Jim Schad Ken Thomas - AMG Dan Marlett - 348 Sean Ruckel - Lotus Dr. John Gober - 360 Marci and Rodney Haas - One of many Italian cars Jano - 348 Maybe --- Greg Brendel - 512 TR Hill Bullock? - Porsche William Huber Sean's brother - Cobra Jim - 328 | ||
| Rodney Haas (Icars)
Junior Member Username: Icars Post Number: 160 Registered: 3-2002 |
Marci and I are planning on attending. | ||
| Sean Ruckel (Sruckel)
Junior Member Username: Sruckel Post Number: 170 Registered: 10-2001 |
I need to wash up the Esprit, but plan on myself and Lena being there. I'm trying to talk my brother into bringing out his Cobra if he can get free Saturday night. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1353 Registered: 7-2001 |
I'll try to come by for a beer on my way home from the airport. It's kind of on the way. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3615 Registered: 12-2000 |
I know many don't know if they can come until last minute, but a quick head count would help me plan the reservation. Right now I have a reservation for 30-40 people. For sure --- Rob Lay - 328 GTS Greg Scott - Testarossa New Guy from FCA - 328 Jim Schad Ken Thomas - AMG Dan Marlett - 348 Sean Ruckel - Lotus Dr. John Gober - 360 Maybe --- Greg Brendel - 512 TR Hill Bullock? - Porsche William Huber | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1340 Registered: 7-2001 |
I'm bummed I'm going to miss this, it's one of my favorite events. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3576 Registered: 12-2000 |
Only 3 Days Away! | ||
| William Huber (Solipsist)
Member Username: Solipsist Post Number: 668 Registered: 9-2001 |
If I'm still in town, I'd like to come. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3542 Registered: 12-2000 |
yeah John, "You Go" about 185 mph! | ||
| Dr.John Gober (Drjohngober)
New member Username: Drjohngober Post Number: 14 Registered: 11-2002 |
I am bringing my Yugo...if the weather is nice! | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3537 Registered: 12-2000 |
Only 5 days away! Should be looking at a great event and a record turnout. FCA DFW invited, FerrariChat.com invited, and reservation is in. Sit down meal will happen about 7-7:30pm. | ||
| Sean Ruckel (Sruckel)
Junior Member Username: Sruckel Post Number: 168 Registered: 10-2001 |
I think I may actually be in town for this one, so count me in. I'll see if I can grab any other Lotus folk, just to help diversify the parking lot. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3531 Registered: 12-2000 |
Anyone is welcome, but I'm not going out of my way to invite all the clubs like last time. We only got about 4 Vipers and a few Lotus and NSX. It's a public event. | ||
| Hill Bullock (Mrpotential)
New member Username: Mrpotential Post Number: 3 Registered: 12-2002 |
You guys want me to invite the local Porsche club, or is this a Ferrari-only shindig? | ||
| Dan Marlett (Ferrari_dan)
Junior Member Username: Ferrari_dan Post Number: 71 Registered: 9-2002 |
I'll be there, rain or shine! | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1314 Registered: 7-2001 |
I'd take him for a spin, but I won't be there. I doubt you'll have any trouble finding drivers for him. | ||
| Ken Thomas (Future328driver)
Member Username: Future328driver Post Number: 270 Registered: 12-2001 |
I will be back in town for the weekend, so count me in. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 730 Registered: 7-2002 |
I will be back in town tomorrow so I can FOR SURE make this deal. I have a 4th grade kid swinging by for a minute. He loves F40's. Can somebody maybe give him a cruise around the block or parking lot or at least let him sit in your car? Thanks. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 3496 Registered: 12-2000 |
When: Saturday, February 22, 6pm. Where: Carsons Palace 17727 Dallas Pkwy. Suite #150 Dallas, TX 75287 972.931.9111 http://www.carsonspalace.com/ What: DFW Exotic Car Nights #3. Mingle among the cars at 6pm and then we'll go inside for a sit down dinner. Die hards will stay late into the night dancing to the live band. Over 11 Ferraris attended each of the first two events. I expect 15-20 this time around. Carsons is very Ferrari friendly as we'll get the first few rows for parking and they'll provide security the entire night. The word has got out what a fun event this is. Here are some pics from the first two events... http://www.fcadfw.com/events/exotic_car_night_01.htm http://www.fcadfw.com/events/exotic_car_night_02.htm I sent the local FCA calendar out last night in an email, if you didn't receive anything and you're interested in FCA DFW events, please let me know so I can add you to the list. Thanks, rob |