► ► ► Now with PHOTOS (p16) - NURBURGRING TRIP --- 14th - 17th August ◀ ◀ ◀

marcel b · 07-30-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by neo871

Your 335i looks very nice in those pics. The DCT box must be a thrill!

Btw, how did you crash your Z4M? (if you wanna talk about it)...

I don't

I lost control in a corner, assumable because of oil or other fluids on the street and bit a barier with about 80km/h. Damage could be repaired, but I didnot want to have car that had such a damage, so I got rid of it. (long story short)

The DCT is a thrill!!! If you are there in 2 weeks you can join me for a round to see for yourself.

neo871 · 07-31-2009, 12:13 AM

Good thing that you didn't get hurt!

YES! I'll be there in 2 weeks

This will be my most exciting trip ever! (after the one when I picked my car from Munchen, of course

)

Alpina_B3_Lux · 08-03-2009, 06:58 AM

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Originally Posted by E92Fan

Why would there be a problem? The parts are TUV approved in Germany as they are original BMW parts...

Tony, you gonna bring the two girls in your photo as well? Don't worry for a place for them to stay, I'm sure I'll find something.

Alpina_B3_Lux

E92Fan · 08-03-2009, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Alpina_B3_Lux

Tony, you gonna bring the two girls in your photo as well? Don't worry for a place for them to stay, I'm sure I'll find something.

Alpina_B3_Lux

One's in India... the other might be coming along, and she'll be staying with me if she does so stop drooling!!!

SoYank · 08-03-2009, 02:12 PM

Left or right?

Not that it matters in the least.

willhollin · 08-03-2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by E92Fan

One's in India... the other might be coming along, and she'll be staying with me if she does so stop drooling!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoYank

Left or right?

Not that it matters in the least.

Floyd, I will be needing to borrow that drill of yours for my "Glory Hole"

SoYank · 08-03-2009, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

Floyd, I will be needing to borrow that drill of yours for my "Glory Hole"

Sure.

Hoops · 08-04-2009, 04:28 AM

See not much has changed on here then - still as infantile and purile as it ever was..... ah, its good to be back!!!!
So, everyone still looking forward to Aug 14th then!!!??

marcel b · 08-04-2009, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwbailey

So, everyone still looking forward to Aug 14th then!!!??

sure

Cannot wait...

LawrenceM-Sport · 08-04-2009, 07:02 AM

I haven't been on a track for many years, how crazy is the ring? Do you have to be pretty experienced to survive it?

E92Fan · 08-04-2009, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by LawrenceM-Sport

I haven't been on a track for many years, how crazy is the ring? Do you have to be pretty experienced to survive it?

It's not that crazy as long as you keep your head ! Last trip out we had two or three complete track newbies, and they had a fantastic time. Ask Willhollin or SoYank for their experiences... I'm sure they'll post up on here in due course anyway.

Hoops · 08-04-2009, 10:18 AM

"Survive" it!!! That does kind of sum up the feeling of relief when you return to the carpark area and everything is still in one piece!!! It is a formidable place and has a huge reputation and rightly so as many many people have died there. You just have to show it massive amounts of respect and drive within your own limits. Keep your wits about you, observe the rules with regard faster cars, concentrate and you will have a fantastic time. I think everyone that has any interest in cars should drive on the Ring at least once in their lives. Its a petrol heads Mecca!! Best advice i can give as a relative Ring newbie myself is do a few laps as a passenger with someone with experience before you venture out on your own (i highly recommend Tim as your pilot (e92fans bro) as he is a Ring legend!!). You will never be able to absorb all their advice and you will only remember the first 5 corners and thats if you are lucky!! But at least you will get a feel for the road and it wont seem quite as daunting or intimidating when you go out on your own for the first time. Most of all.... bloody enjoy it!!!

neo871 · 08-04-2009, 11:21 AM

OMG!!!!! Is that your new car Steve????! Fantastic!!!!

vivekk · 08-04-2009, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

Floyd, I will be needing to borrow that drill of yours for my "Glory Hole"

If we're going to be sharing a room, Will, should I be worried by that?

Viv

vivekk · 08-04-2009, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmwbailey

See not much has changed on here then - still as infantile and purile as it ever was..... ah, its good to be back!!!!
So, everyone still looking forward to Aug 14th then!!!??

Welcome back Steve- looking forward to seeing you next weekend.

All the best.

Viv

SoYank · 08-04-2009, 04:07 PM

I agree with Steve's post above and will add one thing. If you have a chance get either Tony or Tim to copilot for you. You'll enjoy the laps so much more. Four eyes are better than two with regards to other traffic and the brothers know the track very well. I don't think I'd have enjoyed it as much had I not had Tony or Tim in the car.

Hoops · 08-04-2009, 04:08 PM

Many thanks Viv - much appreciated. I did get your PM and had intended to reply. I was a silly boy and needed to be slapped on the wrist. Absolutely no hard feelings whatsoever. Still got huge love for many good people on here and im happy to be back. Ive had a great break, an awsome family holiday and an unbelievable new car that i cant wait to take to the Ring!! Looking forward to seeing all you chaps on the 14th. Woo-hoo!!

willhollin · 08-04-2009, 04:11 PM

Welcome back Hoops, I see you have been busy making horror films as well.

Really looking forward to the trip, looks like we have a decent number going over too, more than some E90Post meets!

Hoops · 08-04-2009, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoYank

....the "brothers"...

I love it, sounds very menacing!! You need help with the Ring, son?? Then you need to speak to The Brothers!!!!

Hoops · 08-04-2009, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

Welcome back Hoops, I see you have been busy making horror films as well.

Thanks Willy-boy - ive missed your cheekiness kiddo!! And i knew it was a BIG mistake accepting my good mate Mr Sloan as a friend on FB - he's already got me in heaps of trouble with her indoors by posting clips of our movies!!

SoYank · 08-04-2009, 04:43 PM

Welcome back, Steve.

Speedtrap · 08-04-2009, 04:49 PM

Good to have you back Steve

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

Welcome back Hoops, I see you have been busy making horror films as well.

Really looking forward to the trip, looks like we have a decent number going over too, more than some E90Post meets!

Do we have a final list on who is going yet Wil?

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SoYank Major General 571 Rep 7,519 Posts Drives: 2009 E90 335i MT Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vinton, Virginia iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW E90 335i S ... [9.00]	I agree with Steve's post above and will add one thing. If you have a chance get either Tony or Tim to copilot for you. You'll enjoy the laps so much more. Four eyes are better than two with regards to other traffic and the brothers know the track very well. I don't think I'd have enjoyed it as much had I not had Tony or Tim in the car. __________________ **2009 E90 335i Montego Blue · Black Leather · Burl Walnut · 6MT · US Spec** SatNav • ZPP • ZCW • 6FL • TPMS • iDrive • PDC • HWS • Xenons • BMW Assist • Power Rear Sunshade • Logic 7 European Taillights • Rear Foglamp • OEM Alarm • PicoTray • DataToys XM-DVR • Multi-view Processor Quaife ATB LSD • Short Shift Knob • Hartge Anti-Roll Bars • AP Racing Front Brakes • 19" Style 269
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