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Ferraris and Friends 2012

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  1. jimshadow

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    It's that time again! Ferraris and Friends 2012 happening October 5,6,7 2012 in Fort Wayne We have some really cool stuff on tap. Here is the breakdown of events:

    Ferraris and Friends is a private weekend long celebration of special cars and the owners who are crazy about them! Ferrari is the featured marque, but will involve multiple car clubs/groups and anyone with a unique/special vehicle. This year we will be featuring a very special vehicle called the "Futurliner"

    The weekend will evolve as follows:

    Friday
    Champagne Reception at Sycamore Hills Country Club
    Entered cars will be parked strategically on the course for photo op. Heavy Hors d'ouvres and cash bar at the club.
    Live Auction
    Entertainment

    Saturday
    LOCATION: Artisans Rods and Classics
    Tech Sessions:
    Multiple Drives throughout NE Indiana
    Detailing Session
    Evening dinner and live music at Artisans Rods & Classics

    Sunday
    Morning drive
    Coffee & Cars at DeBrand Fine Chocolate.

    Please visit www.ferrarisandfriends.com for more information and to register.

    On the Ferrari Front, we had between 40 and 50 Ferraris in attendance last year and are planning on more this year! We will have covered parking for Ferraris with armed overnight security so you won't have to worry! If you wish to trailer in, we will provide parking for your trailer.

    If you happen to be a Corvette fan, you will NOT want to miss this event. We are planning on a significant number of Corvettes with the goal of a historic gathering. Of note, the GM Futurliner is one of the ways that GM introduced the 1953 Corvette. Won't want to miss a '53 Vette sitting with a beautifully restored Futurliner!!! there
    Hope to see you there!



    JIM
     
  2. Webby

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    This is an awesome event, can't wait to go for the first time this year. If anybody else wants to drive over from Chicago as a group let me know :)
     
  3. amenasce

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    I might go but only for Friday/Sat as Sunday we have the LFSC concours.
     
  4. jimshadow

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    Friday is the more formal night with an impressive display of cars. We had ~120 on display last year. It's a fantastic evening. Saturday is more of a jeans/tshirt day with driving, tech sessions, friendship, food and drink. We did some really fun drives last year and had an all around great day that ended in a party!
    Sunday is more of a low key send off with a AM drive and coffee at DeBrand.

    Would love to see you there Amenasce!
     
  5. amenasce

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    I hope i can make it this year! I saw pictures of last year and you guys had a nice turnout!
    Is there a recommended hotel?
     
  6. jimshadow

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    We have a group code with the Hilton Fort Wayne. They are providing the covered parking and we will supply the security guards.
    Group code is: FER
     
  7. jimshadow

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    Hey Chicago Guys!

    Are any of you (besides Amenasce) thinking of trekking to Ft. Wayne for this event? We have a hotel arranged with covered parking and armed security. Seems to me like a great opportunity for a Ferrari/exotic caravan!

    JIM
     
  8. jimshadow

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    Anyone.....Buehler.......Buehler.......
     
  9. jimshadow

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    Here's the schedule of events:


    Ferraris and Friends Schedule of Events
    *
    Friday October 5th: *4pm-10pm
    *
    ​Champagne Reception, Sycamore Hills Golf Club. MAP: Here
    Ferraris will be displayed on the 1st Fairway “Pebble Beach” Style. * Friends of Ferraris will be proudly displayed around the beautiful grounds of SHCC.*
    *If you are bringing a vehicle for the Friday reception, please plan to arrive between 2:30pm and 3:30pm to position your car on the fairway.
    *Dress is “resort casual to formal” depending on your taste. *NO denim please. *
    4pm-7pm- Ferraris and Friends on display. *Champange, light hors d’ouvres.
    7pm-10pm- Heather Herron- WANE TV, Introduction of Sponsors, followed by Live Auction. A list of Auction items can be seen on our website- http://www.ferrarisandfriends.com/LiveAuctionItems.aspx
    The evening’s events will include an opportunity to walk the grounds of SHCC to view the cars and the course, heavy hors d’ouvres, cash bar, a jazz band, guest speakers.
    *
    MAPS:
    Artisans Rods & Classics
    Trailer/Car Carrier Parking*
    *For those trailering in cars, please call Jim Wilcox to let him know an approximate time of arrival. * Trailers will be kept in a secure area with 24hr security.
    574-320-7360.
    *
    Saturday October 6th: *9:00am -10pm (or longer if people are still standing!)
    *
    9:30am- FIRST DRIVE leaves Artisans and will last approx 1.5 hrs. *(Please be ready to depart at 9:00am as we will need to leave on time). The drive will explore some of the better (non-straight/flat) roads of NE Indiana. *
    *
    11:30am- the remainder of the day will be held at Artisans Rods and Classics (MAP: 815 Lawrence Drive, Fort Wayne 46804) Dress for today is: COMFORTABLE! * Jeans/t-shirts, shorts, etc…
    12:00pm- Afternoon Drive
    1:30pm- Race Tech Session. *
    2:30pm- Paint Tech Session. Mike Pranger & Automotive Color *
    3:30pm- Detailing Tech Session. Mike Cardenas - SweetCars
    4:00pm- Music/DJ *
    5:00pm- Evening party begins with Hog Roast style dinner, cash bar.
    6:00-7pm- Announcements: *
    4:00-10pm- Party
    *
    Sunday October 7th 9:00am
    *
    Coffee & Cars 9am Debrand Fine Chocolate (10105 Auburn Park Drive, Fort Wayne) *(MAP) - (260) 969-8323)
    Planned drive from Debrand Fine Chocolate
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  10. jimshadow

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    Gang,

    We are trying to pull off something special this year at Ferraris and Friends. Our Featured vehicle is the GM Futurliner. In 1953 the Futurliner toured the US promoting the brand new Corvette. Our goal is to have 1 example of every Corvette from 1953-2013 alongside some very lovely Ferraris. We are almost there! If you know of anyone with a nice Vette who is interested in being a part of this, please let them know. We are in search of the following years:
    74, 76, 77, 79, 80, 85, 87, 89, 90, 91, 92, 94, 97, 99.

    If we can fill this gap, this will be only the 2nd time in history that this feat has been accomplished.

    JIM
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  11. jimshadow

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    Plenty of exotics registered and down to around 6 Vette's needed to pull off this 60 car display. Too bad I can't get any of yous from Chicago to come down the block......:(


    JIM
     
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