Thursday 23rd September 2004

Cannonball 8000 proves huge success

Run from London to Monte Carlo last weekend

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After the success of the Cannonball 3000 2003, the Cannonball team's sequel -- Cannonball 8000 -- not to be confused with Cannonball Europe, an entirely separate event, took place last weekend. And Silverstone TVR, together with customer Shaun Francis, successfully completed the run from London to Monte Carlo.

The event proved hugely popular amongst the general public enjoying the sight and aural pleasure of the finest motoring exotica, including the hugely distinctive Tuscan S. Cruising through Paris and subsequently Monte Carlo was sensational and provided proof, if proof were needed, that driving TVRs slowly can be just as much fun as driving them quickly. There was of course plenty of opportunity for the latter but the whole driving experience was exhilarating and safe. 

The Silverstone TVR Tuscan S was the 46th car to arrive at the Monte Carlo finish (from a field of nearly 100 cars) and, this despite a lengthy road toll delay. 

Commenting on the performance of the car, Shaun said, “It’s as fast as any other car in the event, we just didn’t try to prove it on every mile we covered. This drive is a good indication of the reliability of the car and the looks we get from everyone everywhere we went makes it very difficult to be modest about it!”  When asked about 2005, Shaun could only answer with a question: “Will I be able to get a Typhon in time?”

Silverstone TVR is now launching its all-makes programme for high performance tyres and high quality electrical installations.  Branded Silverstone Performance, this new activity offers ultra-high quality products and service for TVR and other high performance cars.  The main sponsors of the Silverstone TVR car, Goodyear, Pioneer, Tracker, Hella are key products within the new programme.  Information will be available on the website as soon as the full range is complete but in the meantime all enquiries are invited by phone or by calling in at the showroom.

More on Cannonball 8000 here, and Silverstone TVR here.

[diamondcut]

Hi guys,
I must say it was a very good sight to see a TVR in monte carlo well done.

from keith in car 08 ( the mad XKR )

next year there is a very secret run with celeb's etc I'll keep you posted

[jam1et]

Secret my arse! Celebs wouldnt bother turning up if there wasnt anyone to look at them or film them for men & motors. Plus I think people would cotton on to it when they spot a 5 million quid convoy of cars covered in stickers.

>> Edited by jam1et on Tuesday 5th October 15:18

[diamondcut]

you clown! there is no press on the run just a nice crowd who know how to enjoy them selves with good company. If you knew me which you don't, you would know who I know and how to get invited, which you will not! arse!

[jam1et]

Now I'm really gutted.

I was just having a laugh mate, hence the . I couldnt give a monkeys who you know but have a nice time with them anyway.

>> Edited by jam1et on Friday 8th October 14:42

[burriana500]

Was a bit of a harsh reply I must say

Jamie has a point, i can't see any event like this being kept secret really, but do we care? Sticker 'em up, that's what I say





>> Edited by burriana500 on Friday 8th October 15:25

[disco bob]

jam i`m with you mate, me thinks mr diamond has got his head stuck up his ARSE.

>> Edited by disco bob on Friday 8th October 15:52

[Rico]

I saw a black Tuscan in London yesterday with what i think was Cannonball stickers...

woman driver too!

[deanpluthero]

Some stories, videos and photos here. Also Forum up for those who entered the Cannonball 8000.

www.theratpac.com/events/cannonball8000/
www.theratpac.com/phpBB2/

Dean

[Golden Boy]

diamondcut said:

you clown! there is no press on the run just a nice crowd who know how to enjoy them selves with good company. If you knew me which you don't, you would know who I know and how to get invited, which you will not! arse!

So exactly how does the event make it on to Men & Motors and Pulling Power without press involvement?

Of course your reply was just meant to be sarcastic or tongue in cheek, either way it didn't come across, you just made yourself look an arse, as you put it!