I’m intending to come to The AGM
Not sure on the weather!!
its looking a bit damp Sunday
Dave B
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I’m intending to come to The AGM
Not sure on the weather!!
its looking a bit damp Sunday
Dave B
I have to make my apologies, sorry I can't attend 😟
My apologies
I was planning to attend, but have done my back in a week ago trying to move 2 massive coping stone slabs (builder who promised to come failed to turn up 3 separate times) so i ended up lifting them myself and have been in pain and on drugs since.
Physio/msk appointment on Tuesday, but there is no way I can get get in a car and sit for 3 hrs, let alone a Stratos.
Have a good day everyone
Steve
Norm
You have a PM
Regards Ken
P.s. Norm pm. Returned as your mail box appears to be full !!!
To all who've updated - thanks a lot, and if you're not coming, see y'all soon. And those who haven't updated, see ya on Sunday.... or I'll be round ;)
Sorry for the late reply on here, but I intend to be there complete with green machine. See you all there!
Sorry I can make iton Sunday.
Mix of family and work commitments.
Hope the rain stays away.
Tom
Hope it all goes well today folks, and the weather is kind
Cheers Griff - 'twas indeed a good AGM, although with just 20 attendees I was hoping for a larger turnout. Given the size of the marquee and what it cost, I'm not sure it's good value for the club going forward, and so we'll be considering alternative venues going forward (which was, actually, one of the topics on the agenda).
Weather was damp, with a period of rain, but there seemed to be more peeps generally at the show than last year, which can only be a good thing. Anyway, watch for the AGM minutes on here, when I can get round to writing them up (and if you're interested!)
Herewith a pic. There were 8 Strati - which increased to 9 when Craig and son showed up with a very nice red turnkey customer car. Weather was grey and drizzly - and frankly cold!
Delighted my (blue) Strat got there and back - 300 miles- without missing a beat so that's a good confidence builder. Engine water temp was a consistent 85-90 degrees and although oil temp was sitting on the edge of the red zone the pressure remained good (as I would have expected.) Actually I'm beginning to think that the oil temp guage is just an unnecessary distraction in my car - although no doubt it was invaluable back in the day.
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Yep. The AGM is just the one day, but the show is two, therefore can we deduce that Stratos enthusiasts aren't interested in the show itself? Or at least, those who have cars on the road?
Last year was pretty much the same, with only Dave Evans attending on the 2nd day. I think if we hold the AGM at a different location, but still have a stand at the show, then maybe those who want to go to the show might spread themselves out over both days....or would they? Hmmm....
To be fair, it’s a very pale imitation of what it once was. We only went because we had nothing better to do and it’s only 30 miles away. The weather wasn’t kind either, which doesn’t help. Nor do the ever increasing entry fees. I still think they shouldn’t charge kit car drivers.
I think you are probably right Norm. I dont think I would have gone if it wasnt the AGM/ there were some Stratos replicas to see. It was better than last year but not a patch on the old days, .....yawn, yawn, anorak time.Quote:
Originally Posted by Normb666
Peter
I'd be happy if I never went to a kit car show again.
what a grumpy lot of old b****** s you are !
However I agree that the Show was disappointing and maybe we should look to do something different next year - and Gaydon does sound like a possibility. Maybe we could hire a large room, hold the AGM and have a buffet laid on as well . This probably wouldnt cost more than the hire charge for the marquee - and it would be inside, dry and warm !
My interest in kit cars has always started and finished with the Stratos, and our club's involvement with that particular show.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stratos Fear
I'm far more interested in the original Stratos and other rally cars of that era. So shows like the NEC Classic Car show and Race Retro are more my thing.
The National Kit Car Show is fine, if you like that sort of thing.
One good thing about the Stoneleigh show was how 'set in stone' it has become over a long period. There are always other AGMs in tents going on at the same time as ours.
The Stratos Replica Club (as it was) used to hire a room in the complex opposite the main halls, for the AGM.
Shall I find out from Gaydon what might be possible?:
https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk...ger-gatherings
They have conference room/AGM facilities.
I don't think they have an established rally car orientated weekend. Maybe a co-promoted show with some of the clubs that used to attend the Chatsworth Rally Show back in the day?
Alpine-Renault, Sunbeam/Avenger, Ford RS, other Lancia clubs, Audi Quattro clubs etc.?
I've just looked at the Gaydon website and it looks interesting - more relevant than I had expected. Maybe we could tie it all up with a Stratos run-out into the local countryside - and make it more of an event in it's own right. Just a thought !
I'm with you on that Peter.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stratos Fear
I looked at their website last week (not in any detail though) and they do cater for club meets and AGMs, will also provide food, and you can get a suitably-sized room. The other good thing is that there's something else to do/see besides the AGM itself and the members' cars, and it may be that the fact we're doing and going somewhere different could tempt people to attend. I say let's investigate further - Chris, if you could do the biz and report back, without committing us to anything yet, that'd be great.
If this comes off, it doesn't mean we're giving up on Stoneleigh. It's only the AGM that we're relocating.
And while I'm here.....the AGM minutes.
Apologies for not showing, on the day I just didn't feel up to the drive.
I agree, I had purchased tickets in advance and I must say the cost of those wasn't even on my radar (even with a second ticket for the wife). Having said that, eg Rallyday is more expensive but there is 10 times as much to see (for me) so feels better value.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stratos Fear
Similar sentiments Chris, but what a sad reflection that this situation has come to pass to make us feel like that.Quote:
Originally Posted by ProtoTipo
Out of interest on this subject, as some know I dashed off to catch up with my wife Carol who was at at the Ecurie Cod Fillet luncheon that was being held at Gaydon, in one of the function rooms, which was available to them Noon to 16.30, with coffee and tea provided all day. The lunch consisted of a main course and suite for £20, Steak Pie with vegetables, Sticky Toffee pudding with Sauce and Cream was chosen for the suit, all served in a buffet fashion. Unfortunately I only made it for a Coffee. It also included a pass to gain entry to the Museum.
I will check with the organiser in the next week or so to see if there was any other costs that were involved.
Another possibility in a fairly central location that has rooms etc., to hire and will do catering is the National Memorial Arboretum. It has adequate parking. We are going to something of a similar nature there on Monday next, although the numbers are likely higher than we would expect to have, so will do a bit of investigation whilst there.
As has already been commented, it may be attractive to a number of other members and help with attendance at the AGM if the location is changed with other attractions.
Hon Sec Robin.
No Robin,Quote:
Originally Posted by Longtimefan
I've honestly felt that that for years. It's nothing new.
The club's AGM is always the overriding reason to visit Stoneleigh, with the bonus of visiting the Stratos kit manufacturer's stands.
You're not going to get the latter at a different venue.
I though I read on here a comment about the Calendar and quantity we had to purchase,tougue in cheek I know but...............Do we own the SEC facebook page?
If yes once paid up members had preordered theirs then they could be sold on Facebook.
Just a thought.
Subject to legality on the web-site sounds like a good idea to me - but probably a bit late now for any residual 2022 stock?