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Christopherb · Nov 24th, 2004, 02:50 AM

Dear all,

As i'm new to the world of Mini's i'm keen to find out if there is a Melbourne / Victorian Mini Club. (I know there is a regular mini club for mainly the old mini)

I'm keen to get to know other local mini owners, as well as scheulde the odd event now and then to get us all out and about!...

If there is no such thing, i'd be interested in getting one started..........

Please let me know your thoughts...

Chris
Chilly Red '04 MCS..........

ScottyB · Nov 24th, 2004, 03:00 AM

Aye, you be after thee Victorian Vikings Id say...

They have a thread 'ERE where they discuss their meets...

Cheers,
Scotty

KGB · Nov 24th, 2004, 03:08 AM

Welcome Chris !

There is an informal drive usually the first Sunday of the month.
PM Zakdoggi and if you're nice to him he might put you on the 'notification list'.

We usually have 15+ cars on these drives and most of them are good guys,
one or two misfits but we keep them on board.....

Todd! · Nov 24th, 2004, 03:44 AM

G'day Chris,

We are waiting to see what is happening with the Aussie-wide BMW approved club to start.

If that does not come about soon, I think that we will look at forming something ourselves...

Like KGB says we do an informal drive each month which is great fun! We normally meet at a relatively central location (for most

) and drive to a special location for a breakfast and chat.

Last event saw 17 cars - 15 MCS' and 2 coopers - drive to Arthurs Seat and have breakfast at the top scenic lookout restaurant place (whatever it was called

)

The weather was shyte, and we managed to get 17 cars, that is a positive sign for the future of our events when the weather fines up!!

Get onto Geoff's (Zakdoggi) list and I hope to meet you at the next run

Todd

OZChris · Nov 24th, 2004, 03:49 AM

Chris

The next gathering is December 5th, more details to follow soon.

I can forward your details for Geoff (Zakdoggi) if you like.

Look forward to seeing you on one of the runs.

Chris

Christopherb · Nov 24th, 2004, 08:03 AM

Cool. Thanks.

Seems as though BMW / Mini need to pull their finger out! .,....given how long the New Mini has been around!

The next drive sounds good.

I'll try to track down the thread ....as well as try to book in the next one on the 5th....

BTW, is someone from the list dealing with BMW? or are we waiting for them to organise it internally?

Chris

Todd! · Nov 24th, 2004, 08:25 AM

Its a long story Chris, something I dont want to trouble you with, but things have been in motion for a number of months... hopefully there will be a resolution soon.

As you could image, BMW/Mini as an international company/brand want to protect their name and make sure it gets behind the right venture.

There isnt a thread on here about the next run, there is no discussion about where the runs are heading until after the run... all contact is via email if you contact Zakdoggi (Geoff) he will add you to the email list to keep you informed.

This is for a number of reasons, but mainly that we would prefer not drawing attention of the police to our runs. Most believe it's better to be overcautious than end up like some other Melbourne-based forum drives.

It is no secret to mini drivers and all are welcome!!
(Just simply contact Zakdoggi to get added to his list

)

Todd

Christopherb · Nov 25th, 2004, 11:37 AM

Cool

thanks. I'll try to track Zakdoggi down

Chris

gazah · Nov 25th, 2004, 12:02 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Christopherb

thanks. I'll try to track Zakdoggi down

zakdoggi's PROFILE & PRIVATE MESSAGE

Baker · Nov 25th, 2004, 07:41 PM

The Victorian Mini Club isn't just about old Minis! I'm a member.

Todd, I honestly think it'd be great if you joined up, we could set up your once-a-month runs to be proper VMCI events, which would be greatly recieved by the club!

minigolf · Nov 26th, 2004, 02:18 AM

Interesting tidbit there Baker ... also following up from the dude that the PIRATES met last weekend.

Todd! · Nov 26th, 2004, 05:46 AM

How much does it cost to join the old club??

I love the old mini's!!

My issue is that I have ran into alot of the old mini set and they all snub me bad, even when I am waving... I'd prefer to be amongst a group of people where all were accepted for their love of the car, not with politics about whether I own a BMC or an Austin or a Leyland or heaven forbid a BMW!!

In saying that there are alot of friendly old mini owners, just that it is a shame that a small minority go out of their way to make it uncomfortable...

There doesnt seem to be any politics anymore amongst the Victorian owners, it is very friendly, we have a nice drive, look at each others mods, banter and have alovely breakfast.

I enjoy this... only wish it was more frequent

Todd

OZChris · Nov 26th, 2004, 05:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS

How much does it cost to join the old club??

Membership to VMCI is $50 per annum.

Todd! · Nov 26th, 2004, 05:57 AM

Very reasonable...

Todd

Baker · Nov 26th, 2004, 10:34 AM

Even cheaper if you're a Student / concession!

I can tell you, they're very loving of the new Mini's too - as you know, I had my car on display at MiniShow 2004 and met a lot of the members, who absolutely loved it!

Nov 24th, 2004, 02:50 AM	#1
Christopherb MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2004 Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 6 Offline	Mini2.com Melbourne Chapter Dear all, As i'm new to the world of Mini's i'm keen to find out if there is a Melbourne / Victorian Mini Club. (I know there is a regular mini club for mainly the old mini) I'm keen to get to know other local mini owners, as well as scheulde the odd event now and then to get us all out and about!... If there is no such thing, i'd be interested in getting one started.......... Please let me know your thoughts... Chris Chilly Red '04 MCS..........

Nov 24th, 2004, 03:00 AM	#2 (permalink)
ScottyB Take me down to Paradise My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: David McGhan's World Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 192,103 Offline	Aye, you be after thee Victorian Vikings Id say... They have a thread 'ERE where they discuss their meets... Cheers, Scotty - Global Moderator - MY BLOG - Global Procrastinator - ... Buying the 8C for its dynamic abilities is like buying a porn film for its plot ...

Nov 24th, 2004, 03:44 AM	#4 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	G'day Chris, We are waiting to see what is happening with the Aussie-wide BMW approved club to start. If that does not come about soon, I think that we will look at forming something ourselves... Like KGB says we do an informal drive each month which is great fun! We normally meet at a relatively central location (for most) and drive to a special location for a breakfast and chat. Last event saw 17 cars - 15 MCS' and 2 coopers - drive to Arthurs Seat and have breakfast at the top scenic lookout restaurant place (whatever it was called) The weather was shyte, and we managed to get 17 cars, that is a positive sign for the future of our events when the weather fines up!! Get onto Geoff's (Zakdoggi) list and I hope to meet you at the next run Todd PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

Nov 24th, 2004, 08:25 AM	#7 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	Its a long story Chris, something I dont want to trouble you with, but things have been in motion for a number of months... hopefully there will be a resolution soon. As you could image, BMW/Mini as an international company/brand want to protect their name and make sure it gets behind the right venture. There isnt a thread on here about the next run, there is no discussion about where the runs are heading until after the run... all contact is via email if you contact Zakdoggi (Geoff) he will add you to the email list to keep you informed. This is for a number of reasons, but mainly that we would prefer not drawing attention of the police to our runs. Most believe it's better to be overcautious than end up like some other Melbourne-based forum drives. It is no secret to mini drivers and all are welcome!! (Just simply contact Zakdoggi to get added to his list) Todd PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

Nov 25th, 2004, 12:02 PM	#9 (permalink)
gazah M2 Procrastinator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: sydney, OZ! Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 1,856 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Christopherb thanks. I'll try to track Zakdoggi down zakdoggi's PROFILE & PRIVATE MESSAGE come MOTOR with clubMINI

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Nov 24th, 2004, 03:08 AM	#3 (permalink)
KGB MINI2 Senior Join Date: May 2003 Location: Melbourne Inner Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 801 Offline	Welcome Chris ! There is an informal drive usually the first Sunday of the month. PM Zakdoggi and if you're nice to him he might put you on the 'notification list'. We usually have 15+ cars on these drives and most of them are good guys, one or two misfits but we keep them on board.....

Nov 24th, 2004, 03:49 AM	#5 (permalink)
OZChris MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 2,507 Offline	Chris The next gathering is December 5th, more details to follow soon. I can forward your details for Geoff (Zakdoggi) if you like. Look forward to seeing you on one of the runs. Chris

Nov 24th, 2004, 08:03 AM	#6 (permalink)
Christopherb MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2004 Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 6 Offline	Cool. Thanks. Seems as though BMW / Mini need to pull their finger out! .,....given how long the New Mini has been around! The next drive sounds good. I'll try to track down the thread ....as well as try to book in the next one on the 5th.... BTW, is someone from the list dealing with BMW? or are we waiting for them to organise it internally? Chris

Nov 25th, 2004, 11:37 AM	#8 (permalink)
Christopherb MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2004 Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 6 Offline	Cool thanks. I'll try to track Zakdoggi down Chris

Nov 25th, 2004, 07:41 PM	#10 (permalink)
Baker Being normal is not fun! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Newcastle, Australia Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 4,115 Offline	The Victorian Mini Club isn't just about old Minis! I'm a member. Todd, I honestly think it'd be great if you joined up, we could set up your once-a-month runs to be proper VMCI events, which would be greatly recieved by the club!

Nov 26th, 2004, 02:18 AM	#11 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	Interesting tidbit there Baker ... also following up from the dude that the PIRATES met last weekend. Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.

Nov 26th, 2004, 05:46 AM	#12 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	How much does it cost to join the old club?? I love the old mini's!! My issue is that I have ran into alot of the old mini set and they all snub me bad, even when I am waving... I'd prefer to be amongst a group of people where all were accepted for their love of the car, not with politics about whether I own a BMC or an Austin or a Leyland or heaven forbid a BMW!! In saying that there are alot of friendly old mini owners, just that it is a shame that a small minority go out of their way to make it uncomfortable... There doesnt seem to be any politics anymore amongst the Victorian owners, it is very friendly, we have a nice drive, look at each others mods, banter and have alovely breakfast. I enjoy this... only wish it was more frequent Todd PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

Nov 26th, 2004, 05:50 AM	#13 (permalink)
OZChris MINI2 Master Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Australia Local Time: 07:30 AM Posts: 2,507 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Red&blackS How much does it cost to join the old club?? Membership to VMCI is $50 per annum.

Nov 26th, 2004, 05:57 AM	#14 (permalink)
Todd! Boy who made the wolf cry Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Geelong, Vic, Aus Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 10,450 Offline	Very reasonable... Todd PROJECT POLARIS - Die Wiedergeburt eines kultautos

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Nov 26th, 2004, 10:34 AM	#15 (permalink)
Baker Being normal is not fun! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Newcastle, Australia Local Time: 06:30 AM Posts: 4,115 Offline	Even cheaper if you're a Student / concession! I can tell you, they're very loving of the new Mini's too - as you know, I had my car on display at MiniShow 2004 and met a lot of the members, who absolutely loved it!

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