AMOC - is it worth it?
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i have met so many people from being in amoc it has been well worth it. i was looking to buy an aston but wasnt sure about certain things and got directed to www.astonmartins.com and then it was all over for me. i got some great advice off i went. i know many of those friends from the amoc meets i met also come on here as well.
i have been unlucky as the couple of events i wanted to go to that were organised here i was not in the country for either but i am sure at some point i will meet many here as well.
i would say there are maybe more benefits than meeting people on amoc if you have a classic car as there is loads to learn from the technical side of things. as Tim says it is sometimes about what you put in.
i have been unlucky as the couple of events i wanted to go to that were organised here i was not in the country for either but i am sure at some point i will meet many here as well.
i would say there are maybe more benefits than meeting people on amoc if you have a classic car as there is loads to learn from the technical side of things. as Tim says it is sometimes about what you put in.
V8LM said:
Aston Registrar said:
One day I might even achieve the upper echelons of 'pipe and slipper' status, one day.......but not quite yet.
You always did hanker after a DB9.DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
Gibberish said:
Always thought model piss taking is poor form amongst Aston enthusiasts: A bit like the racing fraternity mocking those interested in Concours.
DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
It is in the recently released Aston Martin DB9.2 video where Marek Reichman describes it as "fundamental as to what Aston Martin stands for, it is the beating heart". Well he should know. DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
With the greatest respect to our AM driving forebears, the pipe smoking brigade that are now long gone, I have some news; The latest DB9.2 at 510bhp as factory standard and greater torque than a DBS, with the Sport mode selected, trust me, it is an animal, a rocket on wheels.
PS: I have been an AMOC member for the last 4 years, yes, of course its worth it, for the literature alone. I just wish I had the time to join them (Area 3) for more of their events.
Edited by Y100 on Saturday 2nd August 15:07
Gibberish said:
Always thought model piss taking is poor form amongst Aston enthusiasts: A bit like the racing fraternity mocking those interested in Concours.
DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
I wasn't taking the piss but must have touched a nerve. My post was a true statement.DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
No! Isn't "power, beauty and soul"..............that's what it says when I turn the key.
I think the DB9 was more popular with the elderly crowd because it has much more stowage space for their walkers........;)
I think the DB9 was more popular with the elderly crowd because it has much more stowage space for their walkers........;)
Y100 said:
It is in the recently released Aston Martin DB9.2 video where Marek Reichman describes it as "fundamental as to what Aston Martin stands for, it is the beating heart". Well he should know.
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V8LM said:
I wasn't taking the piss but must have touched a nerve. My post was a true statement.
Apologies, if I wrongly thought you were referencing the much trotted out P&S joke on here. I do think the 9 and its owners, are unjustly maligned by a few here. But I was just surprised at someone, who I would regard as a true enthusiast partaking. My mistake.
Gibberish said:
Apologies, if I wrongly thought you were referencing the much trotted out P&S joke on here.
I do think the 9 and its owners, are unjustly maligned by a few here. But I was just surprised at someone, who I would regard as a true enthusiast partaking. My mistake.
I do think the 9 and its owners, are unjustly maligned by a few here. But I was just surprised at someone, who I would regard as a true enthusiast partaking. My mistake.
The 9V was in my garage only the other week as it's still in our family. Here it is making friends:
And yes, there is corrosion around the door handles.
vankypanky said:
exactly what i went to buy and walked out with a vanquish S
still not sure how that happens
Funny you say that. SWMBO thought I should add a DB9 Volante to the stable that she would drive on occasion. I went out and came back with a Vanquish instead. I thought she'd not be too pleased, but I was wrong. She just adores the Vanquish, in and out....go figure.still not sure how that happens
Y100 said:
Gibberish said:
Always thought model piss taking is poor form amongst Aston enthusiasts: A bit like the racing fraternity mocking those interested in Concours.
DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
It is in the recently released Aston Martin DB9.2 video where Marek Reichman describes it as "fundamental as to what Aston Martin stands for, it is the beating heart". Well he should know. DB9s aren't the 'lairiest' Astons out there, some of us are perfectly contented with that arrangement. Recently a DB6 owner said to me, that the first generation DB9 is the only Gaydon era car he'd wish to own.
The two cars technically, so far apart, but measuring equally in understated aesthetics; the lineages between the two, so obvious.
"But you know the best thing about it? It's a proper, pucker, 100%, real, fabulous, glorious, exquisite, magnificent, Aston Martin"
(Jeremy Clarkson. Top Gear Aston Martin DB9 vs train to Monte Carlo)
AMOC is well worth joining, I might add.
With the greatest respect to our AM driving forebears, the pipe smoking brigade that are now long gone, I have some news; The latest DB9.2 at 510bhp as factory standard and greater torque than a DBS, with the Sport mode selected, trust me, it is an animal, a rocket on wheels.
PS: I have been an AMOC member for the last 4 years, yes, of course its worth it, for the literature alone. I just wish I had the time to join them (Area 3) for more of their events.
Edited by Y100 on Saturday 2nd August 15:07
I'm no longer a member.
I guess it's got a lot to do with the area your blessed with.
Oh and best not go on a hoon with them if there a more than 3 of you you need permission from AMOC for a convoy.
That was my last meet with them as I lost the will to live.
For me now PH or SCD if you need a hoon.
V8 Animal said:
Oh and best not go on a hoon with them if there a more than 3 of you you need permission from AMOC for a convoy.
Not heard that one before. However, if the Club organises a run with more than 12 cars it does need to obtain MSA approval. But, I believe anyone organising a run for more than 12 cars has a responsibility to do so. Not a problem until something goes wrong.
IanV12VR said:
Not heard that one before. However, if the Club organises a run with more than 12 cars it does need to obtain MSA approval.
But, I believe anyone organising a run for more than 12 cars has a responsibility to do so. Not a problem until something goes wrong.
The last event Paul attended was before we had clarification on the 'over 12 cars' bit, which was cleared up at the last area reps meeting (I think by you Ian). Prior to that, we'd been told something slightly different. That said, we all met up at a point convenient for people coming from all over our area and then made our way to the destination sort of together but in our own time.... But, I believe anyone organising a run for more than 12 cars has a responsibility to do so. Not a problem until something goes wrong.
I'm pretty sure you are right about the rules applying to everyone though, not just car clubs. I'm sure I read something recently about the organiser and those taking part commiting an offence if they don't undertake to correct process?
I guess it came about as something to do with boy racer gatherings maybe?
V8LM said:
Follows on from the introduction of S.59 of the RTA brought in to stop the Sunday night 'cruising' around the Broadmarsh shopping centre in Nottingham.
I noticed that one mentioned when I was doing a bit of 'research' last night. The problem is that no matter how well planned an event it, or how sensible the attendees are normally, you can never guarantee against one or two losing the plot and start driving like idiots (I've seen it happen), so it's hardly surprising car clubs get a little edgy over this stuff.
It isn't just an AMOC thing either, all car clubs are in the same position. A bit of googling will bring up the same questions raised over and over with various other clubs. Personally I think the whole thing can be a bit OTT and a PITA but it's somewhat risky to ignore Club rules when organising such things ...;)
I wonder where the liability lies with such things organised by members of PH or similar, via the forums? Presumably it is the individuals doing the organising and I guess many just ignore the rules in the hope nothing goes pear-shaped on the day ...
For gods sake!!! membership costs buttons. I've had some fantastic days with the AMOC and I've had some fantastic day's with our PH crowd. I had a mate die this week aged 55 so I'm a bit tired and emotional. Theres no pockets in a shroud, it's later than you think and life's not a trial run so grab it with both hands. Join the AMOC and get out hooning with tne pistonheads crowd. Enjoy your Aston to the full while you can!!!
You really are a long time DEAD!!!!!
You really are a long time DEAD!!!!!
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