Snetterton February 25th, Germantrack
Snetterton February 25th, Germantrack
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Sean Edwards

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999 posts

233 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Anyone going on this? I will be there instructing a few guys in porsche's.

Booking can be made here http://www.germantrack.com/

Looks like a really cool new idea to me!

Edited by Sean Edwards on Wednesday 16th January 11:24

BertBert

20,902 posts

234 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Sean Edwards said:
Looks like a really cool new idea to me!
Not saying it's not a cool idea, it's intriguing, but I can't really work out why!

Bert

Sean Edwards

Original Poster:

999 posts

233 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
Looks like a really cool new idea to me!
Not saying it's not a cool idea, it's intriguing, but I can't really work out why!

Bert
Because German cars are the best (unlike poxy Radicals haha biggrin) and it will be cool to have them all on the same day!

kusee pee

1,021 posts

226 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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That looks way cool (although it wouldn't be so cool if I didn't have a german car!). I'd be up for that if it wasn't on a Monday. I'll keep eyes peeled for future days by these guys.

BertBert

20,902 posts

234 months

Wednesday 16th January 2008
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Sean Edwards said:
BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
Looks like a really cool new idea to me!
Not saying it's not a cool idea, it's intriguing, but I can't really work out why!

Bert
Because German cars are the best (unlike poxy Radicals haha biggrin) and it will be cool to have them all on the same day!
My poxy radical will take on your over-engineered, fat, heavy, poorly balanced german cars any day mr smarty pants biggrin

Bert

Sean Edwards

Original Poster:

999 posts

233 months

Thursday 17th January 2008
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BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
Looks like a really cool new idea to me!
Not saying it's not a cool idea, it's intriguing, but I can't really work out why!

Bert
Because German cars are the best (unlike poxy Radicals haha biggrin) and it will be cool to have them all on the same day!
My poxy radical will take on your over-engineered, fat, heavy, poorly balanced german cars any day mr smarty pants biggrin

Bert
eeklaugh

Is that a challenge? Let me ask mr.Porsche if I can borrow the Spyder for a day and lets see what car is the poxy one biggrinhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbeS6_2YW-chttp://stadium.weblogsinc.com/autoblog/hirezpics/2...

Actually, I could even beat you in the RSR I bet wink

juliann

400 posts

259 months

Thursday 17th January 2008
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Sean Edwards said:
Anyone going on this? I will be there instructing a few guys in porsche's.

Booking can be made here http://www.germantrack.com/

Looks like a really cool new idea to me!

Edited by Sean Edwards on Wednesday 16th January 11:24
Website could do with some detail on who germantrack are. All I can find (not through the website) is that it's the trading name of Trackmarques Ltd which was incorporated in dec 07 and registered to a domestic address nr Cambridge. A bit more 'comfort' would be useful

jleroux

1,511 posts

283 months

Thursday 17th January 2008
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juliann said:
Website could do with some detail on who germantrack are. All I can find (not through the website) is that it's the trading name of Trackmarques Ltd which was incorporated in dec 07 and registered to a domestic address nr Cambridge. A bit more 'comfort' would be useful
A search at companies house doesn't help either - there's no directors listed for the company. This could be an admin oversight on the part of co-house I suppose - with it being a new company.

I wish them luck whoever it is - it's hard enough trying to organise a viable track day as it is without limiting your market further by restricting to particular marques. That said, maybe there's a niche (within a niche!) there that's currently un-tapped. Not sure these guys are going to offer anything that BMWCC and PCGB don't already do very well though.

Jonny
BaT

Sean Edwards

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999 posts

233 months

Thursday 17th January 2008
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I heard about it through 911UK.com. They said, although a new company, the guy who runs it used to run a successful track day company, I guess there website will fill up with a bit more detail soon?

Lots of the serious track dayers at 911uk are going to this, so I am guessing they know its going to be good yes

Cya there if anyone here is going smile

Elderly

3,660 posts

261 months

Thursday 17th January 2008
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mgv8dave said:
i will be there but not in the Mg of course smile
I believe that you are one of the organisers of the day - so it would be a bit strange if you were not there confused.

mgv8dave

826 posts

236 months

Saturday 19th January 2008
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Welcome to Germantrack, the UK's first circuit club created exclusively for like-minded track day enthusiasts with a passion for German cars – from Audi and BMW, to Porsche, MINI Mercedes and VW. If the names Quattro, M-Power, Cooper, AMG, GT-3, RS and GTi get your pulse racing, then Germantrack events are for you.
Germantrack's exciting events, held at the UK's leading race circuits, are designed to bring together experienced and novice track day users, in a friendly and safe environment.
Our "open pit lane" format allows you to go out on track when you – and your car – are ready, so you aren't rushed into driving in awkward time slots. We want our Germantrack members to feel relaxed enough to take their time, and enjoy their special day at their own pace; making the most of lapping top tracks with fellow German car enthusiasts.
And, with FREE first class driver training, event support, media snapper Dave Woodall taking top drawer circuit images and major manufacturer and media support, Germantrack offers an action-packed, fun-filled track day for German car fans, at an affordable price.

The idea for the company came about after doing many track days over the years. Be this while working for Various Car Magazines or with my own cars.I do feel that we will be offering something different to PCGB and the BMWCC. As having worked for various Porsche magazines and also BMW Magazines through out the last few years i know what they offer and also what they don't .
As a previous poster said a niche within a niche could be possible.
If anyone has any questions please fele free to call the numbers on the web site between 08.00 and 20.00
Regards
Dave Woodall

www.germantrack.com
www.davewoodall.com

BertBert

20,902 posts

234 months

Saturday 19th January 2008
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Sean Edwards said:
BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
BertBert said:
Sean Edwards said:
Looks like a really cool new idea to me!
Not saying it's not a cool idea, it's intriguing, but I can't really work out why!

Bert
Because German cars are the best (unlike poxy Radicals haha biggrin) and it will be cool to have them all on the same day!
My poxy radical will take on your over-engineered, fat, heavy, poorly balanced german cars any day mr smarty pants biggrin

Bert
eeklaugh

Is that a challenge? Let me ask mr.Porsche if I can borrow the Spyder for a day and lets see what car is the poxy one biggrinhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbeS6_2YW-chttp://stadium.weblogsinc.com/autoblog/hirezpics/2...

Actually, I could even beat you in the RSR I bet wink
So Sean, you are saying, if I may presume to paraphrase...

I (a professional racing driver of no little renown) need to use Mr Porches very expensivest car to beat a fat middle-aged amateur in a Radical worth about £8k! biggrin

You're on!

Bert

mgv8dave

826 posts

236 months

Monday 21st January 2008
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juliann said:
Sean Edwards said:
Anyone going on this? I will be there instructing a few guys in porsche's.

Booking can be made here http://www.germantrack.com/

Looks like a really cool new idea to me!

Edited by Sean Edwards on Wednesday 16th January 11:24
Website could do with some detail on who germantrack are. All I can find (not through the website) is that it's the trading name of Trackmarques Ltd which was incorporated in dec 07 and registered to a domestic address nr Cambridge. A bit more 'comfort' would be useful
Hi may i ask what 'Comfort' you would like and i will see what i can do.Many companies in this day and age trade from domestic address, i do not see that as a problem it just saves traveling to work every day, and renting a office space which is a unnecessary extra cost.

juliann

400 posts

259 months

Tuesday 22nd January 2008
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mgv8dave said:
Hi may i ask what 'Comfort' you would like and i will see what i can do.Many companies in this day and age trade from domestic address, i do not see that as a problem it just saves traveling to work every day, and renting a office space which is a unnecessary extra cost.
Sure. My comments were predominantly observational. Personally speaking, I prefer to see a geographical landline number (difficult, I know, when operators probably also have a 'day job'), address and LtdCo name / VAT Reg details when buying over the net. I've no issues with operating from a domestic address, I do likewise, I was just stating the info. that I was able to find from Companies House / Creditgate. As someone else stated, there were no Directors listed which was a bit odd - -but presumably a Companies House issue. Would it be worth joining the ATDO and putting that logo on the website - but I don't know how well regarded the ATDO is or what teeth it really has.

Good Luck with the venture.

Edited by juliann on Tuesday 22 January 09:14

mgv8dave

826 posts

236 months

Tuesday 22nd January 2008
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Hi Juliann.
we as of this morning now have a land line, and many thanks to ntl for the four week delay frown it is 0845-234-0790 between 08-00 and 20-00 or my mobile 07977-253-065.
I do have another job as well www.davewoodall.com ( i know the site is down ) thanks to all who have called clapand this month i have shot the cover for Total Bmw Magazine, Total 911 magazine and also have features in both magazines and also Performance Tuner Magazine, so i will not be doing a runner with your money, dont worry about that. The paperwork will be with the ATDO's before the first event however the day will be fully covered by another policy to the tune of £10 Million liability. There are some advantages to the ATDO in that some Car Clubs and insurance Policys give you free track cover when you are a full member, however until you are a full member you cant display there logofrown untill 6 events or 12 months have passed.
Hopefull we will see you in the BMW one day
Regards
Dave
www.germantrack.com

Edited by mgv8dave on Monday 28th January 12:45

mgv8dave

826 posts

236 months

Monday 28th January 2008
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Edited by mgv8dave on Monday 28th January 12:47

prmoldoaks

432 posts

236 months

Wednesday 30th January 2008
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my wife and I are booked in for this day, looking forward to it as its our first track day event and will be looking for a little tuition !!!

We will be in a Mini, as we read about the even in our Mini Mag, thought it was for Mini's only, I dont mind look forward to seeing the exotic stuff, just hope we dont hold any one up, we will try to stay out of your way.

I just purchased a new 911 4S myself, perhaps next time it will be that I bring.

RAPhil

35 posts

228 months

Thursday 31st January 2008
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Hi guys,
Great that you are the first - hopefully of many more - MINIs to book on this eclectic, exciting new event.
Lohen and GGR may also be sending down some of their demo cars.
And, being one of the organisers of Germantrack and a motoring journalist, I will be bringing down a John Cooper Works MINI Cooper S for some hot laps. Might be able to get you out with one of our top tutors for a hot lap, if all goes to plan...
Modern MINI will also be there, along with Total 911, GT Purely Porsche, Performance Tuner, Redline, VW Driver, Mercedes Enthusiasts, Total BMW, Golf Plus and PPC magazines; so its an ideal opportunity to get your car featured in a magazine, as well as have a cracking track day.
Spread the word in MINI land... and other German performance cars eh?

BertBert

20,902 posts

234 months

Thursday 31st January 2008
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RAPhil said:
Spread the word in MINI land... and other German performance cars eh?
Sorry?? biggrin

mgv8dave

826 posts

236 months

Saturday 2nd February 2008
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BertBert said:
RAPhil said:
Spread the word in MINI land... and other German performance cars eh?
Sorry?? biggrin

Engine

1.6 litre, 4 cylinder/16 V

Max. output/hp/revs

175 hp at 5500 rpm

Max. torque/revs

240 Nm at 1600 rpm

Acceleration 0-62 mph - Manual (secs)

5.6 s / 7.0 s / [n/a]³

Acceleration 0-62 mph - Automatic (secs)

7.3 s

Top speed - Manual (mph)

140 mph

Top speed - Automatic (mph)

137 mph

Oh and it will sit four people, and you don't get wet when it rains whistle

Edited by mgv8dave on Saturday 2nd February 08:50