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Topic: Newbridge Mini Meet 2004 - Aug 8th @ 2pm
Posted By: kbannon
Subject: Newbridge Mini Meet 2004 - Aug 8th @ 2pm
Date Posted: 17-July-2004 at 11:02
the next event is the dirty weekend away in Galway / Mayo on Aug 28th.
However, do people want to meet up for lunch or a drink in Newbridge or Athlone before Galway?

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual



Replies:
Posted By: geo
Date Posted: 17-July-2004 at 13:12
your newbie confusion device isn't working. I'm very confused


Posted By: Nigel
Date Posted: 17-July-2004 at 16:04

dont encourage him Geo !!!!!!!!!!!



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Best Wishes

Nigel



Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 17-July-2004 at 20:21


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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: AHEALY
Date Posted: 18-July-2004 at 18:46

Yeah, I'm interested. Maybe in a week or two on Saturday or Sunday.

 



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Ado
'97 523i & 95 M3
97 Subaru Impreza WRX Sport Wagon (sold)


Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 18-July-2004 at 19:18
should be ok for it - however I will be evo 2 less as I took a deposit it on it today. new owner will be picking her up this friday all going well.


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Posted By: 36DaMo36
Date Posted: 18-July-2004 at 19:46

Eamo, I can't believe you're selling the Evo II!  

This is Damien here, i met you on the Economy run to Clonmacnoise a  couple of months back, and was very interested in buying the car from you. Had thought about it, and then went to the bank, but, as i already had a loan with them, the ******s wouldn't give me enough to lovingly take the car from you!!!

I'd being trying to sell my grandmother ever since, but I guess she's safe now............



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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 00:39
I'll be up for it.Not the bank holiday weekend though as I'm away in Mayo.


Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 09:15
Thanks Damien.

As I told you that time Im only selling for house/marriage purposes. Dont be surprised if you see me back in it in 6/8 months time cos I'll be holding onto the guys number.

I just need the money for a deposit. Once I get the mortagage etc sorted Im laughing!

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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 10:10
Glad to hear that Eamo.


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 11:23
What about Sat. Aug. 7th in Newbridge (same place as last year)?

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 11:54
I'm out.Just realised I'm working Saturday 7th


Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 11:55
im ok for that date buut not mad about the location. is ther somewhere a bit better in that vicinity?


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Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 11:57

I feel your pain Ritchie - I'm in Sligo on the 7th, and am flying to Russia the morning of the 29th so will miss the Galway drive too.

Still, off on holidays to climb in the Caucasus', so not all bad!



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S1 Elise 135 Sport
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon
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Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 12:10
What about Sunday 8th?????


Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 12:33
keep me posted if ye plan to stop off in Newbridge for a drink before your trip.  I'll try and drop down from naas and meet a few of you.  Won't be able to make the weekend away.  you can then all fill up at McLoughlins Texaco at 91.9c/l

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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 12:37
right - to suit Mr. Mooney, Sunday 8th it is @ 2pm @ the smae place as last year (curragh exit off motorway, 1st left off roundabout, pub 100 yards down on left).

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 12:40
Sunday doesn't suit me Killian....

Just Kiddin thats perfect.I'll be there.


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 12:46
los mapos...



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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 13:55
is that star actually inside the Curragh grounds?

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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 14:01
I think so - take 1st left off roundabout, go through a gate (over cattle grid) and on a bit you will see pub on left.
Not hard to find.

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: AHEALY
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 21:09
I think that date this fine for me but i'll know for sure nearer the time. Killian - Do you have shares in this pub ?.

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Ado
'97 523i & 95 M3
97 Subaru Impreza WRX Sport Wagon (sold)


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 19-July-2004 at 23:09

no! its not a bad spot and anyway, I have only been there once before!



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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 20-July-2004 at 09:13
cant make the sunday or most sundays for that matter

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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 20-July-2004 at 09:17
Maybe put it back to Saturday then Killian.It might suit more peeps!!!


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 20-July-2004 at 09:27

how many would prefer saturday and how many sunday?



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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 21-July-2004 at 12:44
erm, hello? someone?

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 21-July-2004 at 12:46
Let me start so.....I'm for SUNDAY


Posted By: topazman
Date Posted: 21-July-2004 at 16:09

 

Yup Sunday suits me also have to get all my other jobs done on the Saturday 



Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 21-July-2004 at 20:37
no go for me on sunday

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Posted By: AHEALY
Date Posted: 21-July-2004 at 21:19
Sunday is fine for me too.

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Ado
'97 523i & 95 M3
97 Subaru Impreza WRX Sport Wagon (sold)


Posted By: topazman
Date Posted: 23-July-2004 at 13:48
Is this meet still on or is it going to be a MINI Meet in that there will only be a few cars (ie 3 - 4)  


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 23-July-2004 at 14:01
I'm still on.Maybe we should make the Thread sticky so more people see it? Killian?


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 23-July-2004 at 17:49
it is still on and given the replies over the last few days it seems that Sunday is the better option (Sorry Eamo)
K.

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: lord vader
Date Posted: 23-July-2004 at 19:00
Sunday is fine with me.

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Z4 3.0i
Eisenmann sport exhaust
ACS kit, ACS gear knob,
ACS type 3 wheels
Hamann eyebrows


Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 25-July-2004 at 22:02

So far...
1 * 323Ci (E46)
1 * 320Ci (E46)
1 * 318Ci (E46)
3 * 523i (E39)



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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 26-July-2004 at 09:14
Not too bad so far Killian.After all it is a mini meet!I'm sure we'll see a few more names on here before the day!


Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 26-July-2004 at 22:36

  http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb001">Disco  How' it goin Killian, i'm new to this craic but would be interest in meeting up with fellow enthusiasts. Will c u in Newbridge all being well and you can add my '95 M3 to your list. Looking forward to any replys or banter aimed in my direction





http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb044">



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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 26-July-2004 at 23:41
come along Robbie - the more the merrier!

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 00:53
Welcome to the forum Robbie.Nice choice of motor


Posted By: T.J.
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 08:26

Howaya Robbie, and welcome!

 



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Mazda 6 MPS
S1 Elise 135 Sport
Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon
http://www.bmwcarclubireland.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pos=-3254">

Formerly E39 TDS, E36 M3, E36 328i, E34 525i, E34 518i


Posted By: Eamo
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 13:13
welcome aboard robbie!

sorry i cnat make that sunday lads.

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Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 16:16

Cheers T.J., sorry to c the EVO go Eamon, she was a stunner but the E36 i've just purchased is a bit more practical for me as every day use. Will have to meet up and have a gander at your new purchase. Best of luck with it.

Robbie.



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Posted By: topazman
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 17:52
Welcome Robbie got to keep the coupes alive now that the old men are getting e39's (Killian) look forward to seeing your M3 what colour is it and spec and is she an Irish car or an import 


Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 27-July-2004 at 21:48

Cheers tman, I have to say i am more than happy with the car as it is, what i hope, the first of many ///M coupes. Its comos black and black leather, not an EVO but i think might be more enjoyable to drive! Had been to test out a couple of EVO's as it was my preference but realized i would need a pair of ladies feet to drive it. But dont get me wrong they are super quick, but this one i settled for is the best i've seen and i think you might agree with me on viewing. Its equipped with computer, eyebrows and the wider rear m/s wheels which sets it off nicely. The car is from the north and has been in Kilkenny for a couple of years and sports 95 KK 3 as the reg which is also a bonus. Needed Inspection II at purchase and after a few prayers, came through for me only needing new shocks on the rear(will be done in due course). Otherwise its munching tarmac all hours of the day and night. Looks like i might need to talk to someone about my addiction he he he



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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 28-July-2004 at 00:52
Sounds like you've found the right place Robbie!!! All car nuts here


Posted By: IamSpartacus
Date Posted: 31-July-2004 at 14:36
Can't make it I'm off playin rally driver in Monahan.....

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The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.


Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 31-July-2004 at 16:55
Just realised I'll be in Croker next Sunday hopefully watching Wexford getting beaten but I think they'll have their revenge on us this year.

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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: Úbermensch
Date Posted: 03-August-2004 at 23:13
ok, we'll change it to the hudson bay hotel Athlone for Sat. 7th Aug, ie. next saturday.. all those not in favour, post here within the next 5minutes

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Posted By: Ravenelli69
Date Posted: 04-August-2004 at 14:15
Sorry lads I won't be able to make it - Captain's day in the golf club.

Enjoy the day.

Geoff

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Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 04-August-2004 at 19:14
I was actually getting ahead of myself.  Cork v Wexford not on until Sunday 15th, so I’ll see ye all on Sunday in Newbridge.  What time do you plan on hanging around until?

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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 04-August-2004 at 20:01

4pm or so.
If in doubt call me on 087 7992735
K.



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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 05-August-2004 at 09:04
4 pm is ok.  Mrs. T does the shopping in Newbridge on Sunday between 2-3, so I'll be up with ye as long as it takes her.

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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: Stevo
Date Posted: 06-August-2004 at 13:21
I might pop in for the eyeball . Do we need to bring weapons or is it strictly a peace keeping mission ?


Posted By: topazman
Date Posted: 07-August-2004 at 22:38
Any one meeting up before we head to the meet I suggest the Esso filling station at Rathcoole just under the bridge on the naas road and on your left, before the Poitin Still pub.  Any Takers can PM me and we can arrange a time etc. Maybe around 1.00pm


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 02:11
Yep,PM'd you Niall.


Posted By: topazman
Date Posted: 08-August-2004 at 09:13

Sorry Richie didn't get your message try again

thanks



Posted By: kbannon
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 09:37
Well, 6 cars turned up - 3 E39 523i and 3 E46 Coupes (318Ci, 320Ci & 323Ci). Not a bad afternoon and was good to meet up.
My photos are here - http://homepage.eircom.net/~bannondsl/bmwccgb/newbridge_04.htm - http://homepage.eircom.net/~bannondsl/bmwccgb/newbridge_04.htm

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Current: 2009 E60 520d "Sport" tractor
Previous: 1989 E30 320i SE
1997 E39 523i
2003 E39 525i Sport Individual


Posted By: Toxic
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 09:39

Richie or Niall, not sure which one of you were telling me about the Meguiars stuff for scratch repair.  What's it called again and if you can tell me again what that place in Walkinstown stocks it.

Forgot to ask one of you also yesterday but had to go, but where is the diagnostic connector on the E46?  Can you reset the service lights like the E39 with the piece of wire across 2 terminals?  I have a friend over here that has one and wants to know.

Cheers.

Tom



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Tom
E39 1997 523i
Oxford Green (Sold)
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Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 10:18
You beat me to it Killian.Here's mine:
http://photobucket.com/albums/v196/richmooney/Newbridge%20Mini%20Meet/ - Newbridge pics

@Tom,good to meet you and put a face to the name.The Meguiars stuff is available through City Auto Components on the Greenhills road just off the Walkinstown roundabout.First small business park on right as you go up the Greenhills road.The stuff is called Scratch X.Ring them and see if they have it in on 01-4501142.

Richie


Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 12:30

Sorry i did'nt get to meet up with you yesterday lads, had a couple of gremlins to sort out so did'nt have the car. Had a look at the pics you posted and must say thats a fine collection of rides. Most probably be working for Galway meet, but if any mini-mini meets are planned before will try to meet with a few of you.

All the best,

P.S. A lad i work with just bought a mint '99 318is with some nice m/sport extras, like 18" mv's. So i am trying to convince him to join aswell, just doing my bit



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Posted By: IamSpartacus
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 15:09
Sorry I missed it, but not sorry I went to Rally School Ireland instead..... what a blast! Recommend it to anyone that likes a bit of sideways action

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The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.


Posted By: Richie
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 15:17
@Robbie,shame you didn't get down but at least you're actively recruiting new members.Next time!


Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 09-August-2004 at 22:13

Will have the car back on friday, can just about survive that long without it. Next time for sure Rich.

I like the sound of that rally school Derek, what did you get to drive as matter of interest?

 



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Posted By: IamSpartacus
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 07:06

It was, http://www.rallyschoolireland.ie - www.rallyschoolireland.ie they are based in Monaghan and have a brilliant set-up. There are three 2.1 Mk II Escorts, 2 mad Scoobydoos, a proper Audi Quattro and a Metro 6R4 - Though the new scooby, audi & metro only go out on special occasions.

The track isn't huge but is well laid out for getting the back out..... The instructors are all very good and the owner even better (he takes you out in the scoobies)

Very professional setup, couldn't rate it higher and can't wait to get the pennies together to do it again.....



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The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.


Posted By: AutoRemap
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 09:33
Yeah been there about a year ago, best days fun in a car I had in ages. When we were down it was about -5 which give it an extra edge. I actually know the lads that own it ( I went to school down the road in scotstown) so we had a couple of extra runs. I have done mondello which was good but I didnt have as much fun as the rally school day out. Now would this not be a great meet, a visit to rally school ireland ??

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Posted By: IamSpartacus
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 14:01

Originally posted by bmmad bmmad wrote:

Now would this not be a great meet, a visit to rally school ireland ??

Pricey but heaps of fun and worthy of car mad enthusiasts such as ourselves



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The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think.


Posted By: Robbie Bradford
Date Posted: 10-August-2004 at 22:26

Sounds like a plan to me!!??



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Posted By: 36DaMo36
Date Posted: 14-August-2004 at 23:41
Yep, i'd be interested!!

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