Let's SHOOT A VIDEO !!!

I recommend the decaf tiramisu.

 

WE DO drive our cars they way they were designed...ON THE TRACK, not for the benefit of ex-ricers who want to shoot a boutiqe video that are really a dime a dozen. On the street it would be a fool who drives without proper considerations for the driving environment.

BTW.. WE had a commitment with Giovanis this year for catering the show. Giovanis gave us the quality of food at the price we needed to pay. We had ABSOLUTELY NO complaints about food quality or quantity. In fact we had compliments. FYI 2003 was the second year we had a restaurant cater our show. All prior years a handful of dedicated volonteers comandeered our kitchens to PREPARE THE MEALS OURSELVES with our own hands. We bust our collective asses on this show, in preparations and working the event itself. We operate the show on a shoe string budget and strive to give the BEST SHOW for dollar. I say this for all the hard working individuals who volunteer their time and efforts, whom, you've all insulted, as well on behalf of Govanis (one of the BEST Italian restaurants in the area and who we are greatful to for their willingness to do an off-site event). At the end of the day there is no real profit. The reason we do it is FOR THE LOVE OF THE ITALIAN AUTOMOBILE.

YOUR comments, sir, are the disappointment and it seems that YOUR nose is pointed towards the sky.

Jeff Davison,

Secretary / Treasurer FLU Atlanta (Fiat Lancia Unlimited)
Member FCA
Owner of a Lancia Scorpion, Lancia Stratos replica w/ 308 qv supercharged , and YES a real F355. ALL are driven they way they were ment to, WHERE they were meant to. (except the Stratos as it's under construction)

 

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My comments were not directed to MadTurk who originally suggested a video. Appologies to MadTurk if he (or anyone else) may have thought I was calling him an ex-ricer. He definately is one of the good guys and his intentions were / are in the right place. even though he should be more careful filling up his car ;^P


Jeff Davison

 

I am in. I am sick of these guys that keep saying " WE DO drive our cars they way they were designed...ON THE TRACK. These car that we drive are not race cars! " As long as we don't danger anyones lifes, do anything crazy I am in. But I don't wanna be the only Ferrari and bunch of ricers. Keep me posted if you guys get anything organized. SAFELY. We don't wanna run over people in SUVs.

 

Hey Jeff you are right. No way I put more then 10 bucks worth of gas in it now. No need for appologies. You are right though I do wanna do a video done safely. I have no interest in a ricer show. It'll be fun. I hope you will be a part of it.

 

Also, I don't think that we are in a ELITE group just because we own one of these cars. People do forget sometimes that they are just cars. Don't get me wrong fanatics, I love my car but the reality is they are just cars. But for the most part most owners that I met are pretty nice guys I think. Some just don't like people speeding in public roads. Which I understand. But some over defend.
If you wanna be a part of a ELITE group go win a nobel price.
Best of luck.

 

I am interested. I have a friend with a black '99 C5 and one with a black '02 Z06 that would probably be interested as well. Setup a time/date/location and maybe we can get this thing going. I have access to two digital camcorders (mini DV).

 

How do you not get any tickets????????? I am speechless, good for you. Anyways I am in. I might be able to get another guy with a 355 and BMW M. Nothing too crazy, no traffic stuff at all. I don't do that stuff anymore ( But I might if challenged, I don't trust myself fully yet to say NO or let the guy in the Corvette pass ). So, no dangering any lives and no racing in traffic!!!! Must be done safely.

 

Feb. 21st sounds good. Have any ideas as to what roads will be used? I was thinking some up north would be good, around the Vogel State Park area. Maybe a cruise up 400 then a run through Vogel and the surrounding parts. I also have a silver NSX that may be interested in being a part of it.

 

Friends keep in mind, no license here. Least cop area would be nice. Right now 21st looks OK for me.

 

Okay-yes it is a good idea but it needs to be done in conjunction with some other activity. I like your idea about tying it in with a get together at a local restaurant. I would be up for this but some one--maybe you (Tifosi 69) needs to come up with a specific plan, date and how to accomplish your goal. Give me a plan that says we will meet at x location at y date. Also include that we will use these roads and that there will be x number of in car cameras and exterior cameras, that you want interviews with owners, detail shots and speed shots. In short, instead of complaining about lack of interest take charge of the event yourself and make it happen. If people show up then great, if they don't then you learn it was a bad idea. Amazing how free choice/free market concepts work.

 

Okay since no one wants to organize a car drive/video shoot lets see if I can get the ball rolling:

Date: Feb 21st

Start Location: Ferrari of Atlanta parking lot

Time: 9:00-9:30 AM. We start the run up north on GA 400 at 9:30-9:45

Route: Us 129 North to US19 at Turners corner. Stop to allow cars to "collect" Continue up 19 to Route 180 to Route 60 and Suches and then south on 60 to Dahlonga. Stop at various places for video shoots. (TBD)

People can then head home and clean up for party at my house or come straight on over.

We need someone(s) who can do the video shoot and has the proper equipment. Any volunteers?

PS: If someone wants to make changes to this-go for it!!

Brian Willis

 

That time / date / location works for me. What does the car list look like so far?

 

Red 355 here

 

How about a scavenger hunt video? I'll help.

 

So how many are planning to show up so far? I have one black C5 for sure, possibly a black '02 996 TT. (he's concerned about the distance he has to drive, he lives inside Atlanta, silly P-car owners, heh)

-Rick

 

** Makes you wonder WHY ??? people spend their money on a car that they refuse to drive doesn't it ? It has puzzled me for a number of years. I drove my cars rain or shine.

 

we are supposed to be having a birthday party celebration at Brian Willis' house in Smyrna. I think it starts at 5:00 pm....or am I wrong?