Delegates Day - Picters
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Topic: Delegates Day - Picters
Posted By: Webdunk
Subject: Delegates Day - Picters
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 15:30
Me, NeRo and Bigian did the round trip to Birmingham on Saturday for a wee get-together with the club directors - a good day was had. Here's some snaps from the car park. Keep an eye on the mag for the full story.
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Posted By: Jack735
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 17:14
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Nice cars! Angles made me feel a bit sea sick.
------------- Oooh, The machine of a dream, such a clean machine With the pistons a pumpin', and the alloys all gleam, When I'm holding your wheel, All I hear is your gear, With my hand on your grease gun, Mmm it's like a disease son, I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile, Get a grip on my ....... |
What was the chat then? As this forum isn't part of the club we dont all get the magPosted By: Pete330
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 17:24
Join and find out ------------- Previous: E36 318is coupe, E36 323i coupe, E30 316 saloon, E30 318 saloon, E46 330ci Sport Conv E92 325d M Sport(3.0),With Loads of gadgets Current: 116i Sport F20 |
Jack735 wrote:Posted By: NOISUFNOC
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 17:28
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You kept that quiet, you could have brought my new car home for me ------------- 528 for now |
Posted By: Cambell
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 17:44
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Great pics as usual. M6 MMMMMMMMMMM ------------- |
Posted By: Jack735
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 18:28
Given what’s happened in the not too distant past I don’t feel at the moment the club is the sort of association I would want to be a member of, or contribute money to. I am, however, of the opinion that such a state of affairs cannot last forever and would be happy to learn of conciliatory tones coming from the club, I think unlikely, or a change in management [style] again probably unlikely in the short to medium term. I joined this forum before I heard about the club and have been made very welcome by; helped by; humoured by; had a laugh with people from all over these islands (and probably beyond). My allegiance (if that's what it is) is with the forum and those who run it. Being one of the worlds most eternal optimists I however remain hopeful. At my age (49) I fear I may be running out of time. ------------- Oooh, The machine of a dream, such a clean machine With the pistons a pumpin', and the alloys all gleam, When I'm holding your wheel, All I hear is your gear, With my hand on your grease gun, Mmm it's like a disease son, I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile, Get a grip on my ....... |
Posted By: Rossi
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 18:37
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Why?
we're still kept in the dark anyway and the news is old when it's published in the mag and received by the club member. Freedom of information...NOT! IMO Is the info from the meeting on the BMWCC forum site? (not when this was posted) The quickest media available isn't utilised properly, e-mail to club members to inform them of agenda and outcomes of meetings. I find this procedure very dissapointing for a so called 'car club' an not as efficient as the car manufacturers. I do realise that all club members aren't on the internet but, one letter wouldn't go amiss to inform these individuals. [rant over] good photo's guys and a nice selection of machinery.. ------------- |
What was the chat then? As this forum isn't part of the club we don't all get the mag
Posted By: Webdunk
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 18:39
Broadly it was a chance for club members at Regional and Register Chair level to go along and take a.n.other member with them to chunter about all things club. It was a highly positive event and if even half of what was discussed is improved or delivered it can only be good news. Collar me at the next meet we're both at and I'll talk it through with you  -------------
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Posted By: Coasting
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 18:43
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Whose is the M6? ------------- 
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Posted By: Rossi
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 19:03
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Thanks but, that's not the issue here Dunc. Surely there should be something posted up on the BMWCC forums (in the members only section) or an email to members or letters out to members (who don't have internet access) I can't make the next meet due to pre-arranged commitments so, it'll be the following meet (maybe) and by that time it's old news again.. Hopefully you understand where I am coming from..I'm all for the bigger picture of the car club and would like to be informed of the progress as a club member, that ain't too much to ask is it? ------------- |
Posted By: Pete330
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 19:23
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Your still a spring chicken at that age ------------- Previous: E36 318is coupe, E36 323i coupe, E30 316 saloon, E30 318 saloon, E46 330ci Sport Conv E92 325d M Sport(3.0),With Loads of gadgets Current: 116i Sport F20 |
Posted By: Jack735
Date Posted: 16-April-2007 at 19:36
Cheers Pete, egg in the post!
------------- Oooh, The machine of a dream, such a clean machine With the pistons a pumpin', and the alloys all gleam, When I'm holding your wheel, All I hear is your gear, With my hand on your grease gun, Mmm it's like a disease son, I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile, Get a grip on my ....... |
Posted By: Webdunk
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 08:37
I'm doing the actual write-up for the mag so I'm not wanting to pre-empt that here. The issue of communications in general was a strong one throughout the meeting and the internet (eMail/forum/website) was highlighted in particular. I think you've got to weigh up the comms task the club faces with the following in mind : - this meeting was a first and a good initiative - it was not for all, it was for Region / Register chairmen so those who were to attend were informed - feedback on the day suggests that there will be more - you will be informed in the club mag of what went on as that is the only media that all club members get - if some of the suggestions brought up on the day are adopted then in the future you will see better/more/different use of comms online - your Scottish committee do their best to keep you up-to-date and will continue so to do. As ever, all suggestions / queries are welcome. My number's in the mag, I'm always on here and you've all got my eMail -------------
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Posted By: Chas C
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 09:02
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You can be as positive as you like but I still believe that ALL of your money, enthusiasm and effort is going into the coffers of a regime which returns nothing to the region you come from. The 'benefits' you get are pretty worthless or they can be gained without being linked to the national club in any case, Why waste £35 if it's just being used to pay someone elses salary and telephone bill? I think the Scottish mob are well placed to set up their own distinct club with their own funds, discount schemes, and affiliate businesses (such as Davy, Kevin etc). We could even organise rolling road days and track days at a central location for the benefit of all members. This is much more effective if it is done under the banner of an offical club (with our own letterhead) rather than as a group of members and forum users with no real organisation behind them. We could get involved with more local businesses (even dealers!) for discount structures and events. I know this takes some administration and committment but we have a number of talented and enthusiastic people here already who are happy to do it under the current structure. There is already a Scottish club website which (I believe) is distinct from the national one. There is already an affiliated forum we all use - this one - which would be happy to see it's principal contributors become more organised and less reliant on the national body, which only pays lip service to our region in any case. There may even be a similar ground-swell of opinion for a similar set-up on the other side of Rockall (Killian??) How much more enthusiasm would we generate for a local club with it's own local management, run on a not-for-profit basis, by and for the benefit of local members. I would certainly be much happier to get involved in such a venture and even take an active part in the stewardship of it. If we are professional about the way it's handled, I believe we can make it a real success. I would never say that of the national club. Think about it seriously guys... it really does make sense. Chas ------------- 
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Posted By: Jack735
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 09:20
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Well said Chas. I agree. My £35 Scottish pound notes are available!!! I think as Scotland has become devolved its only right this is reflected in the way you suggest. BMW UK may not agree though. ------------- Oooh, The machine of a dream, such a clean machine With the pistons a pumpin', and the alloys all gleam, When I'm holding your wheel, All I hear is your gear, With my hand on your grease gun, Mmm it's like a disease son, I'm in love with my car, gotta feel for my automobile, Get a grip on my ....... |
Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 09:24
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Posted By: Webdunk
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 09:28
That would be a shame. I'll chat to the Office and see what the story is... -------------
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Posted By: m3Cecotto
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 10:31
That's the very attitude that makes the BMWCC what it is - sh*te. ------------- 1981 E23 735i 1989 E30 325i Motorsport Cabrio 1989 E24 635CSi Motorsport Edition http://www.bavarianretro.com" rel="nofollow - Bavarian Retro Cars |
Posted By: m3Cecotto
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 10:35
It's a secret, but at a guess, I'd say Ross Harris or possibly Chairman Jeff? ------------- 1981 E23 735i 1989 E30 325i Motorsport Cabrio 1989 E24 635CSi Motorsport Edition http://www.bavarianretro.com" rel="nofollow - Bavarian Retro Cars |
Posted By: Chas C
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 11:09
I've started a new thread for this topic so please register your thoughts on that one. http://www.bavarian-board.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=36843&PN=1 - http://www.bavarian-board.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=36843&am p;PN=1 -------------
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Posted By: PaulS
Date Posted: 17-April-2007 at 11:47
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It was a good event, pics good as ever Dunc, good to meet you, Neil and Ian face to face, a lot of positives did come out, and for me it was more of a learning curve with taking over the chairmanship of the EA region, I just hope things do get better. I'm pretty sure you boys up in Scotland will certainly here a lot more now things are out in the open Paul -------------  95 E34 530i V8 Auto Maldives Blue |