bt240 Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 Is anyone going to Wheels 2012. I met a couple of the Canberra team at Marques in the Park last year. I have a restored 240Z I would like to take. Please ring me at home on Oh Two SixTwoEightSixOneThreeSevenNine after about 6.00 PM B. Quote
DAZDA Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 A little more info about the event might help... Shannons Wheels 2012 Sunday 25 March 2012 Council of ACT Motor Clubs celebrate 30 years of Wheels The Council of ACT Motor Clubs invites all affiliated clubs member to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Shannons Wheels Expo on Sunday 25 March 2012, on the lawns of Old Parliament House from 10:00 am to 3:00pm. Come and share in the celebration of 30 years of raising money for local charities during which time around $400 000 has been donated. Enjoy the family fun picnic day surrounded by veteran, vintage, classic and modern vehicles in one of the best panoramic views in Canberra. This year money raised will be donated to the Rotary Club Shelterbox project which provides emergency accommodation and equipment for up to 10 people who have suffered from natural disasters around the world. The first Wheels display was held on 14 Match 1982 on Phillip Oval and raised $17 which was donated to charity. All vehicle clubs are welcome to put on display and for the allocation of space on the lawns approximate numbers should be sent to Daniel Wyatt Tele: 6258 4590 Email:daniel.wyatt2@bigpond.com Please note drip trays are required for all vehicles attending the display. The Council is also holding a 30th anniversary dinner on Saturday 24 March at the Canberra Southern Cross Club, Jamison. Features of the night will be a two course dinner (mains and deserts $37.00 per head) a charity auction and a special guest speaker. For bookings contact Jan and David Wyatt Tele:6286 1782 Email:wyattd@grapevine.com.au From here: http://www.actmotorclubs.org.au/go/shannons-wheels-2008 Quote
chris240 Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 Gday I was the guy with the silver zed you met, if I recall you had the nice merc behind us. Yes im keen (weather permitting) to attend. I had a look last year and the event is up there with the best all makes events going around. Quote
bt240 Posted February 29, 2012 Author Posted February 29, 2012 I still have an Apollo IV from about the same vintage - only done about 300 miles!! Please give me a call at home any evening and we can catch up and discuss. Yes it was me with the Blue Merc. B. Quote
sco_aus Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 I'm not rostered on, so I suppose I should be able to make an appearance. Quote
sco_aus Posted March 1, 2012 Posted March 1, 2012 Sorry for the edit to your post B, just a bit safer Guys, check out my post about the Tuggeranong Festival invite: http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,10678.0.html Quote
chris240 Posted March 4, 2012 Posted March 4, 2012 Ok, Im in. I spoke to Brook (bt240) and he will also attend. I,ll email the organisers to book a spot. Hey Brook , how about posting some pics of the ol girl. Quote
chris240 Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Ok , I suggest we meet at the yacht club carpark at say 9.15-9.30am this sunday, and well drive the whole 1km over to Parlaiment House.. So far: Simon Scott Brook Miika ?? Chris C'mon Bede.... Also Datpilot, you should make an appearance Quote
nizm0zed Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 IM DRIVING MY ZED THERE!!!!!! Not really, just trolling for a reaction... Quote
DatPilot Posted March 22, 2012 Posted March 22, 2012 I was wondering when this would be on!!! My R30 Skyline isnt exactly ready for display, its a real mess actually. (plus the no rego issue haha) Will still be popping over to say hi, its only 3 km walk! I might contact canberra connect to see about a day rego thingy, for transport to the mechanic (surely there will be a mechanic there?) Quote
DAZDA Posted March 24, 2012 Posted March 24, 2012 Just heard it has been moved to Thoroughbred Park Quote
chris240 Posted March 24, 2012 Posted March 24, 2012 Yeah just saw it on the motor clubs website.... Bloody late notice !!!! Better start texting the fellas. Quote
DAZDA Posted March 25, 2012 Posted March 25, 2012 I dropped by to say 'Hello' but I could find you guys (off looking at some of the other vehicles I assume). Anyway, all the Zeds looked great, well done guys!! Quote
chris240 Posted March 26, 2012 Posted March 26, 2012 Can someone upload some pics please Sorry we missed you Bede, yep we where all off wandering around ...big turnout of cars easily 1000+ Quote
sco_aus Posted March 26, 2012 Posted March 26, 2012 Really? 1000? I was thinking more like 500-600. Quote
sco_aus Posted March 27, 2012 Posted March 27, 2012 1600 apparently.. Wow. www.racingready.com.au ... Chris and my car on the front page! Quote
chris240 Posted March 30, 2012 Posted March 30, 2012 Thanks for the link...never heard of that website. Some noice canberra zeds on the front page , woo hoo. Quote
sco_aus Posted March 30, 2012 Posted March 30, 2012 I was starting to wonder if anyone actually brought a camera and took some photos, I know I did not Quote
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