Bill: That "guest weighing" can be so unfair. Two years ago, those yappy little chihuahuas partied all night. I kept stepping on them on the golf course and I'll bet half of them were here illegally. To think they got such a break on room rates. There's no justice in this world.
Helen
Helen McKenna
1961 coupe, graphite grey, red leather interior
2007 Subaru Forester
1999 Ford Escort
From 1969-77 had 1960 190SL roadster, white, red MB Tex interior
Helen, Very little, Very little.And then only what you can buy!
Bill,Originally Posted by Ainsworth
Can you please give me a rough idea of the schedule of the activities for the three days?
I have never attended one of these conventions and would love to attend.
John Tishbi
58 190SL
70 280SE CAB
88 930
While each convention has it's own local twist, there is a similar format to all of them. Take a look at this link and click on some of the other conventions to see pictures and activities. You'll have a great time.
Thanks John. Sounds like fun.
Looking forward to the convention and finally meeting some of the people from the fourm.
John Tishbi
58 190SL
70 280SE CAB
88 930
Hi John,
At the moment we are in the process of tying down a few of the final details. The convention registration form will be included in the next club newsletter and will also be posted online for viewing/download. This will include a more comprehensive list of activities and schedule.
As John L. mentioned, you can get a general idea of the activities from the past events. One of the highlights this year will be a tour of the new MB Classic Center here in Irvine, which will be opening it's facility to us. We'll also be including a private car collection tour in the area, a walking tour of the San Juan Capistrano Mission, along with drives/rally along Pacific Coast Highway. Thursday evening will include a welcome reception at the Aliso Creek Inn hotel, Friday afternoon/evening we'll be having a beach party at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point and Saturday will include the Concours and evening banquet, auction and award ceremonies.
The 3 day "After the Ball" tour will take those participating, north to Santa Barbara, Cambria and Carmel Valley, via Hwy 1, with stops at Hearst Castle, Point Sur light House and other points of interest along the way.
It's shaping up well, really just need a few more days to pack in all of the activities!
hope to see you there, Bill
Last edited by Ainsworth; 08-28-2008 at 08:24 PM.
Hi Bill,
Thanks a lot for the information.
John Tishbi
58 190SL
70 280SE CAB
88 930
Bill, Do we have to empty our pockets when we leave the Classic Center? If not I'm sure the trip would be worth it. Ah, a new set of Fog Lights. Can't wait.
I am trying to talk Tom Hansen at the Classic Center into offering a one minute parts dept. shopping spree. I know I could do some serious damage in that amount of time - somehow I don't think it'll fly
Last edited by Ainsworth; 03-27-2008 at 07:26 PM.
FYI
Registration for the 2008 convention is now available at the club store. You can either pay for the registration online, download the form and fax back to us, or mail a check and the completed form to us directly. (mailing info is on the registration form).
Hope to see all of you there!
Bill
Last edited by Ainsworth; 04-24-2008 at 01:31 PM.
Greetings all,
Attached is a list of registered attendees to date, 95 at this point. If you've registered and don't see your name on the list, please let us know.
Looking forward to seeing all of you in Sept.,
Bill & Linda
(will update this thread)
Last edited by Ainsworth; 09-05-2008 at 02:11 PM.
I think I paid for our registrations at the Company Store website, but until I have a written receipt in hand, I won't know for sure.
Jack English
1960 #15229 Since 1972
1971 MBZ 300SEL 6.3 Since 1983
1999 MBZ 430E Factory Delivery
An update on trailer storage during the convention.
The Aliso Creek Inn has agreed to offer storage for 5-7 car trailers (depending on size) in their back lot area. Cost would be $50 total, which would allow storage from 9/24 - 10/2 (convention thru after-the-ball) One stipulation is, they (the hotel) will need to move the trailers to the back lot area for insurance purposes. This will be offered on a first-come first-serve basis as we have had several registered members note that they will be bringing a trailer. We can take care of storage payment at the convention.
Bill
Last edited by Ainsworth; 08-25-2008 at 12:04 PM.
If any of you "Road Warriors" (Explorers?) plan to pass through Omaha on your way to Laguna Beach, I'd really like to meet you. If you're just stopping for gas, lunch, or the night, perhaps we could get together. I'm not able to make it to Laguna which is particularly disappointing since I have two daughters living in So. Cal. and lived most of my life in Redondo Beach. Perhaps next year where ever the convention might be.
Robert D. (Bob) Fitton
9957 High Point Circle
Omaha, NE 68112
(402) 455-7255
fitton@cox.net
RDFitton (Bob)
1952 MG TD
1955 190SL
1998 SL500
2008 E-350 4MATIC
Attached are a set of the recently updated judging sheets and instructions.
For those that are interested in judging this year (or showing), you may want to download the PDFs to get familiar with the categories, terminology and point system.
Bill
Last edited by Ainsworth; 08-29-2008 at 05:58 PM.
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