Volvo: Brickboard GATHERINGS Forum

Yellowknife -posted by- sdewolfe

Thu, 1 May 2008 12:49 GMT

I have created a weblog I hope to update daily on my trip to Yellowknife.%0D%0Ahttp://www.cricketlady.com/weblog/%0D%0A%0D%0A%0A--%0AMr. Shannon DeWolfe -- I've taken to using mister because my name misleads folks on the WWW. I am a 52 year old fat man.

2nd Annual Midwest Madness Eau Claire, WI -posted by- wisturbo

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 23:01 GMT

Thread link to TB invite and beer poll. ( http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?t=134298 )%0D%0A%0D%0AI'll be hosting the "2nd annual Midwest Madness" in Eau Claire, WI in the last week of June. %0D%0A%0D%0AWhen: Saturday June 28th%0D%0AThis is a 24 Hour event!%0D%0A%0D%0A-Keg%0D%0A-Camping%0D%0A-Horseshoes%0D%0A-Sand Volleyball%0D%0A-Grillin'%0D%0A-Chillin'%0D%0A-Highly anticipated River Run (the drive)%0D%0A-Next morning all you can eat brunch%0D%0A%0D%0ATons of Volvo talk and great times!%0D%0A%0D%0ACalling out Minnesota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan guys... you Illinois bastards can stay home. %0D%0A%0D%0AI will need "you" people to bring the food this year... %0D%0A%0D%0AI will provide all utensils, napkins, cups, ice, plates, and the usual condiments.%0D%0A%0D%0A$2 for a cup equates to all you can drink from the barrel!%0D%0A%0D%0AThis is not a BYOB because we will be on private property of The Fox Run Tavern. They will however have everything you can dream of upstairs if you would prefer that.%0D%0A%0D%0AThis is not in downtown Eau Claire, this is further into the farmland!%0D%0Awww.foxruntavern.com%0D%0A%0D%0AI'm bringing parts to be swapped or sold as well. Feel free to bring your goods too!%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0ALast years turnout was over 12 cars... The more the merrier!!! There is a ton of room! %0D%0A%0D%0A

Volvo Club of Queensland (Australia) National Rally -posted by- blue940

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:40 GMT

Probably should have posted info about this much, much earlier than I did but here it is. %0D%0A%0D%0AThe Volvo Club of Queensland is hosting the 2008 National Volvo Clubs Rally in Toowoomba (west of Brisbane) from 16-19 May 2008. This will coincide with our 10th Anniversary.%0D%0A %0D%0ARally Registrations are steadily coming in and at this stage the Grammar View Motel is full and bookings are now being made at the Apple Gum Motel which is next door.%0D%0A%0D%0ATo date we have received registrations from New Zealand, South Australia, Victoria, ACT, NSW and Queensland.%0D%0A%0D%0AA lot of interest has been shown in Sunday only registrations with indications of vehicles from the Toowoomba, Gold Coast and Brisbane areas.%0D%0A%0D%0AThe Display will be in Queens Park on the cnr of Lindsay and Margaret Streets, Toowoomba from 10 am until 3 pm.%0D%0A%0D%0AThere are no lunch facilities, so bring a picnic lunch. %0D%0A%0D%0AThe main shopping centre of Toowoomba is only 3 blocks away%0D%0A%0D%0AToilets are close by as well as playgrounds for children so it would be an excellent opportunity for a great day out.%0D%0A%0D%0APLEASE NOTE: NO FOR SALE SIGNS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE DISPLAY%0D%0A%0D%0AAny enquiries please send an email to secretary@volvoclubqld.org.au%0D%0A%0D%0AMore info can be found at http://www.volvoclubqld.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=69&Itemid=75 %0D%0A%0D%0ABrad%0D%0A91 940GL

Volvo Club of Queensland (Australia) National Rally -posted by- blue940

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:33 GMT

(MA) Umass Amherst Car Show May 3rd -posted by- tbeck

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:07 GMT

%0D%0A%0D%0AThe UMass Motorsport Spring Car Show and BBQ%0D%0ASponsored in conjuction with SWAG's SouthWest Week and the Black Student Union's Blackout Weekend.%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0Awww.umassmotorsport.co.nr%0D%0A%0D%0ASaturday May 3rd 2008%0D%0ARAIN DATE: May 10th 2008%0D%0A%0D%0AEvent Summary:%0D%0AThis show is the grand finale of our year. We're shooting for 500 cars this year. Featured events include:%0D%0A%0D%0ABurnout Contest%0D%0A4x4 RTI Ramp%0D%0AExhaust/Audio Sound Off%0D%0ALowrider Competition%0D%0ABiggest Lift Competition%0D%0APizza Eating Contest%0D%0ATire Throwing Contest%0D%0AEngine Blow-up Raffle%0D%0AVendors and Tuners%0D%0ADJ's and Food%0D%0A33+ Trophy Categories%0D%0ASupermileage, Grease Car, Go Kart, Autocross, and Rally Cross Exhibits%0D%0ACustom Widebody and Airbrushing Demonstration%0D%0A%0D%0APrice:%0D%0AFree to attend, $10 to enter a vehicle in judging. Events and contests are free to participate in.%0D%0A%0D%0ALocation:%0D%0AUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst Campus, SouthWest Lot 33. If you are familiar with the campus it is at the bottom of the horseshoe in the Southwest residential area.%0D%0A%0D%0AHours:%0D%0AShow area opens at 10:00 AM.%0D%0ABurnout Contest begins at 12:00 PM.%0D%0ARTI 4x4 Ramp Contest begins at 1:00 PM.%0D%0AJudging Starts at 1:00 PM.%0D%0APizza Eating Contest begins at 3:00 PM.%0D%0A%0D%0ADirections:%0D%0AUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst Campus, SouthWest Lot 33. If you are familiar with the campus it is at the bottom of the horseshoe in the Southwest residential area.%0D%0A%0D%0AIf you are unfamiliar it is the lot closest to where Mass Ave. and University Drive meet. (downhill from the towers).%0D%0A%0D%0AThere will be signs directing traffic from the major roadways onto campus.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom the North: Route 91 South to Exit 25 - At the end of the ramp turn left and follow the road to the intersection - turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South - go 1 mile, then left onto 116 South, then eight miles to UMass exit - Left at the end of the ramp onto Massachusetts Avenue. Take a right at the first set of lights (usually blinking yellow) and proceed approximately one-quarter mile. Signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom the South: Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom the East: Mass Pike (Route 90) West to Exit 4 (West Springfield) onto Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.%0D%0A%0D%0AFrom the West: Mass Pike (Route 90) East to Exit 4 (West Springfield) onto Route 91 North to Exit 19 (Northampton/Amherst) - Right onto Route 9 and go approximately five miles, just past the Amherst-Hadley town line. Take a left at the lights (just after the Stop and Shop on the left-hand side) onto University Drive. Go through one set of lights and signs or the campus map will direct you to lot 33.%0D%0A%0D%0AIn Groups:%0D%0AIf you have a group of 5 or more participating vehicles, you may preregister by emailing umassmoto@gmail.com . State your club name, the number of participants, and one member's contact information. (phone number preferred.)%0D%0A%0D%0ASponsors/Vendors:%0D%0AIf you are interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor at the show please contact umassmoto@gmail.com . Space is virtually unlimited.%0D%0A%0D%0ANotes:%0D%0AWe urge you to please drive cautiously around the UMass campus%0D%0Adue to local and campus police strict enforcement of pedestrian rights and traffic laws.%0D%0ACampus police have full authority of the law.%0D%0A%0D%0ATrophys:%0D%0A%0D%0A1. Best in Show%0D%0A2. Best Alumni Car%0D%0A3. Highest%0D%0A4. Lowest%0D%0A5. Best Club Participation Award%0D%0A%0D%0A---Makes:%0D%0A%0D%0A6. Best Acura/Honda%0D%0A7. Best Mitsubishi/DSM%0D%0A8. Best Mazda%0D%0A9. Best Nissan/Infiniti%0D%0A10. Best Toyota/Lexus/Scion%0D%0A11. Best Subaru%0D%0A12. Best Volkswagen/Audi%0D%0A13. Best Ford%0D%0A14. Best GM%0D%0A15. Best Mopar (Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge)%0D%0A16. Best BMW%0D%0A17. Best Chevy%0D%0A18. Best Hyundai%0D%0A19. Best Volvo%0D%0A%0D%0A---General:%0D%0A%0D%0A20. Best Other (Car that do not fit into make categories)%0D%0A21. Best Exotic%0D%0A22. Best Truck%0D%0A23. Best Off-Road Truck%0D%0A24. Best Antique Pre-1960%0D%0A25. Best Classic 1960-1985%0D%0A26. Sleeper Award%0D%0A27. People's Choice Award%0D%0A28. Best Motorcycle%0D%0A29. Best Import%0D%0A30. Best Domestic%0D%0A31. Best Utility Vehicle%0D%0A%0D%0A32. Loudest Stereo%0D%0A33. Loudest Exhaust%0D%0A%0D%0A34. Pizza Eating Contest Champion Trophy%0D%0A35. Tire Throwing Contest Champion Trophy

Win a Volvo C30 for a great cause -posted by- Volvo D

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:42 GMT

Not a gathering I know, but I wanted to pass along that the Lukemia and Lymphoma Society are having a Volvo C30 raffle. They are only selling 500 tickets, and each ticket costs $100. The cool part is all proceeds go to the LLS. The C30 is being provided by Lehman Volvo.%0D%0ATO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET call the LLS in South Central PA at 717-652-6520. The car is being raffled on June 7th.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:36 GMT

Where:%0D%0AIkea%0D%0A2206 S. Columbus Blvd.%0D%0APhiladelphia, PA 19148%0D%0A%0D%0AWhen:%0D%0ASunday, April 6th - from 11am until 3pm%0D%0A(raindate of Sunday April 13th)%0D%0A%0D%0AAfter a few weeks of discussion and a meeting between Ikea's public relations manager and myself, Ikea has granted permission for the use of thier lot @ thier South Philadelphia location. They've offered us use of an ample section of parking lot, only ~50yrds from the main entrance. This is a "Volvo only" event...so clean up that ride, bring along the spouse for a day of shopping and let your kids jump in the ballpit. It should all make for some 'Swedish heritage' FUN.%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A-SL8Brick

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Wed, 9 Apr 2008 15:49 GMT

Thanx for coming out, MTerry! We had over 50 cars there at the peak of the day. An awesome turnout, considering the weather.%0D%0A%0D%0AStay tuned for Volvos@IkeaII....coming soon to an Ikea near you!!!

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 19:16 GMT

Uhhh... that would be the one in White Marsh, MD.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 13:30 GMT

Great to see everyone at Ikea on Sunday.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:37 GMT

Current attendence count is 68 cars!!

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- JackCrowley

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 17:45 GMT

I was planning on going to Ikea anyway, but now I have two reasons.%0D%0A%0D%0ALook for the Blue 90 740 Turbo Wagon with Oregon Plates. (No, I'm not driving from Oregon ... maybe from Oregon Avenue)%0D%0A%0D%0A-Jack

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Sat, 5 Apr 2008 01:13 GMT

Welcome aboard, Jack! You couldn't have picked a better time to do some furniture shopping/Volvo watching. Look for the group of Volvos to the LEFT of IKEAs main entrance.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 19:44 GMT

Just checked WeatherBug. Weather for Philadelphia on Sunday is supposed to be sunny with a high of 60.

HORN & REAR WIPER -posted by- George

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 03:58 GMT

%0D%0A If I blow horn on '90 740 wagon, the rear wiper works, but horn does not blow.Where is trouble spot???

HORN & REAR WIPER -posted by- MTerry

Tue, 1 Apr 2008 20:52 GMT

It's a short in the steering column. Mine does it too. Try posting in the 700 series forum.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 20:36 GMT

I had the downpipe break in half at the rear weld last summer. Loud isn't it?

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- 7 volvofamily

Tue, 1 Apr 2008 03:31 GMT

WHAT!! I can't hear you. My ears are still ringing. I'm only running one muffler right now. I pieced it together this week-end. I did however finally replace the in-tank pump, fuel filter and main fuel pump (I'm gettin' to be a pro after doing it to 6 Volvos) and installed a Bosch super coil. Between the filter and the ignition coil what a difference!!

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- 7 volvofamily

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 01:22 GMT

Bring what you have is going to be an understaement for my '88 244GL. The exhaust just gave way completely. I mean from the downtube to the tail pipe. I just ordered the complete kit from Ipd and it won't get here in time to install. So I'm going to piece together an exhaust. BTW the car is metallic grey/charcoal. My dad still plans on bringing his '87 744Ti.%0D%0A%0D%0ALook forward to meeting fellow Volvo aficinados (sp?).%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A%0D%0A Aaron.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:35 GMT

Yes, Gopesh...its an open, Volvo-only gathering. Bring what ya' got...no matter what the condition may be.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- telegook

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 21:55 GMT

Hey....I'll be there with my 82 240 DL....Looking forward to it!!!!...Bob from Jackson

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 20:41 GMT

Glad you're coming, MTerry. We have nearly 70 participants on the list so far! This should be FUN!

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 17:44 GMT

Just look for the white 740 wagon with the brickboard.com lettering in the rear window.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:04 GMT

I'm definitely coming from Catonsville in my '89 740.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- Deluxe

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:46 GMT

Anyone anticipating attendance of any '60s Volvos? I'm about 2 hours away in MD and may be interested in making the trip my '65 122 wagon.%0D%0A%0D%0ADeluxe

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- gopeshs

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:42 GMT

I will also like to show up. Is it an open event ?%0D%0ARegards%0D%0AGopesh%0A--%0ADD-1990 240 DL SW M47II FI 3.1 220 K miles Turbo Sways,Custom headlight circuit ,Insulated roof,Tinted Glass,

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:37 GMT

So far, we have a few 1800s from the late `60s coming. But your 122 would be the oldest if you come. %0D%0A%0D%0AAnd just to let you know, I'm reserving parking spaces for all of the classics. I you decide to come, please tell me and I'll reserve a space for you as well.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- MTerry

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:12 GMT

I just put it on my calender, so if nothing comes up, I might be able to make it up from Baltimore. Look for the white '89 740 wagon with the brickboard.com graphic in the rear window.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- cardog

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:10 GMT

Great, a road trip!%0D%0AThis sounds like fun and local enough! I will definetly try to be there with my '72 142s.%0D%0AChris%0D%0A

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- telegook

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 20:59 GMT

Hello...I live in Jackson, NJ and own an 82 240.....Would like to attend....OK????

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:44 GMT

Absolutely! Come on out...it'll be a blast. There's going to be quite a selection of 240s there.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:23 GMT

Awesome, Jon! Glad to hear that you can make it.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- Jon K.

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:44 GMT

I'll be there in my 94 945T. Fantastic idea!%0A--%0AJonathan Knauer - 94 945Ti - fun!

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Sat, 8 Mar 2008 13:40 GMT

Here's the list of potential attendies, so far:%0D%0A%0D%0A1.SL8Brick/Bill/245 %0D%0A2.gear whine/Luke/745 or 242 %0D%0A3.JippiJak/Jack/96 855 GLT %0D%0A4.(non-member)/Ray/03 S80 %0D%0A5.BLUBRIK/Roger/244 - da' chrome machine %0D%0A6.Booster/Mark/745ti %0D%0A7.Oreo931/Adam/850T5R %0D%0A8.Ride R/Dan/ P2 V70R %0D%0A9.esunbaboon/Alex/944 %0D%0A10.drftvlvo240/pat/244 %0D%0A11.gamby242/Matt/245 %0D%0A12.drinking940s/Rob/745t %0D%0A13.FlyingTog/Pete/1997 965-1992 745 %0D%0A14.EDDIE/Eddie/745t %0D%0A15.Ineptchino/Josh/90 244DL %0D%0A16.gmsgltr /greg/1996 855 R %0D%0A17.PhillxMartin/?/? %0D%0A18.Billy780/Billy/262c or XC70 %0D%0A19.Y2kv70r/Shane/00 V70R %0D%0A20.fasts60r/John/05 S60R %0D%0A21.GrecianVolvo/Yannis/01 V70 T5M %0D%0A22.PaulGraz/Paul/71 1800e %0D%0A23.Brett245/Brett/245 %0D%0A24.njbrickwithboost/steve/850 or V70XC %0D%0A25.iDrum/Pete/V70 R %0D%0A26.v4lve/Chris/850Turbo %0D%0A27.t5p0wer/Corey/98 S70 T5 %0D%0A28.Krato 'R'/AkinBola/850R %0D%0A29.sacrifice/ian/960 %0D%0A30.volvomachine/sam/850 t-5r %0D%0A31.captainleah/leah/90 245DL %0D%0A32.(non-member)/Josh/78 242 %0D%0A33.Chupacabra/Justin/98 V70R %0D%0A34.Piglet/Matt/01 V70

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 01:41 GMT

"How many people are interested in going?%0D%0Awhat about refreshments or snacks? Any ideas? A barbeque or how about pot luck?%0D%0AI would be willing to bring some items."%0D%0A%0D%0ARight now there are over 30 cars expected. We'll have full access to Ikea's resturant and restrooms. We don't plan on a BBQ since Ikea might frown on that, but there's been talk of everone caravaning to another resturant after the gathering is over. %0D%0A%0D%0AI think its great that you have so many Volvos in your family. My family has also been through several different Volvos, but not as many as yours. :)

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- 7 volvofamily

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 22:07 GMT

Hi Bill, I will be bringing my '88 244GL 178K drk gray/black interior. My father is bringing his '87 744Ti 4spd w/od 205K+ Black w/ Black & white houndstooth interior. We just have to clean them up a bit. Although the clear is going on my car. I just about finished the upgrades and was going to have my body man repaint the car this spring/summer when I have time to pull all the trim, lights, etc. I've owned this car for over 10 yrs. I'm the second owner and you will have to either pry it from my cold dead fingers or totally destroy the unibody and then you better be ready to run for your life.%0D%0A%0D%0AHow many people are interested in going?%0D%0Awhat about refreshments or snacks? Any ideas? A barbeque or how about pot luck?%0D%0AI would be willing to bring some items.%0D%0A%0D%0AWe can't bring all 7 Volvos but maybe I could cajole my sister and mother to bring theirs.%0D%0A%0D%0A'82 244GL MPG 4spd w/od 188K (project car)%0D%0A'87 744GLE 4spd w/od 260K (Sis's car)%0D%0A'87 744Ti 4spd w/od 205K+ (Father's daily driver)%0D%0A'88 245DL 186K (My "new " daily driver)%0D%0A'88 244GL 178K (Now my Sunday car)%0D%0A'90 745Ti 180K (My father's week-end car)%0D%0A'94 944 198K (My mother's car)

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 02:27 GMT

The more the merrier...I look forward to seeing you!%0D%0A%0D%0AMy name is Bill...I'll be driving the Dk. Grey `93 245.

Socal Spring VCOA Picnic -posted by- Caliwagon

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 02:47 GMT

From Dave Barton...%0D%0A%0D%0A7th annual Spring Volvo Picnic.... same place as previous years... %0D%0AIrvine Regional Park%0D%0AOrange, CA%0D%0ASat., March 15%0D%0A9 AM to about 2 PM%0D%0ADetails and map: http://www.scvcoa.org/page16.html%0D%0ANo cost, other than $5 fee per car at gate.%0D%0ABBQ lunch provided.%0D%0AYou need not be a VCOA member to attend.%0D%0A%0D%0AThis is a laid back gettogether. We usually get around 40 Volvos. The park is a great place for kids too. The Irvine Park Railroad and Orange County Zoo are located there. %0D%0Ahttp://www.ocparks.com/irvinepark/

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- 7 volvofamily

Wed, 5 Mar 2008 01:31 GMT

My family and I live in the Lehigh Valley, 50 miles north of Philly. We'll mark our calendars and plan on bringing at least 2 of them down to show off.

Volvos@Ikea-Philadelphia, PA 4/6/08 -posted by- SL8Brick

Tue, 4 Mar 2008 02:09 GMT

TTT...32 potential participants so far. C'mon out to the 1st BIG Northeastern GtG of the season!!

2008 Volvo Club Of America East Coast Meet -posted by- Mike D.

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:49 GMT

For 2008, VCOA will be having their east coast meet on October 17, 18 & 19 in conjunction with the annual European Auto Festival. The European Auto Festival featured marque this year will be the Cars of Sweden. The festival is held on the grounds of the BMW plant located on I-85 between Greenville and Spartanburg, S.C..%0D%0A%0D%0AFor more information please go to the European Auto Festival website at euroautofestival.com. %0D%0A%0D%0A %0D%0A%0D%0A

2008 Volvo Club Of America East Coast Meet -posted by- bluePV544

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:51 GMT

Hi. I went to the 2007 show. It was a good show with a variety of cars. BMW has quite a place there. The weather is generally great that time of year. I just hope the turnout is good. In 2007 there was just 5 Volvos there. I will be there in my PV this year.%0D%0A%0D%0ABob Graham%0D%0AColumbus, NC%0D%0A1965 PV544%0D%0A1988 240 wagon

AACA club forum -posted by- bluePV544

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 10:38 GMT

Hello all%0D%0A%0D%0ABesides being a member of VCOA, I also am a member of AACA. The forum on thier website covers virtually everything 25 years or older. A forum for Swedish cars was recently added. So far only I have posted a thread on it but if you have an interest in orginal cars you may wish to take a look;%0D%0A%0D%0Ahttp://forums.aaca.org/ubbthreads.php/ubb/postlist/Board/87/page/1%0D%0A%0D%0ABob Graham%0D%0AColumbus, NC%0D%0A1965 PV544%0D%0A1988 240 wagon

Trip to Yellowknife -posted by- sdewolfe

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:44 GMT

Howdy all,%0D%0A%0D%0AI planning my trip to Yellowknife so I can end up in Kansas for the Midsommar Festival.%0D%0A%0D%0AMy original plan was to take an easterly route to the headwaters of the Mississippi and then meander in a general NW fashion into Canada. But, since I will need to come down out of Canada smack in the middle of the continent, I have changed my plans to take a western route up through the Rocky Mountains. Anyone care to comment on "must see" stops? Most of my travels have been east of the Mississippi.%0D%0A%0D%0AEDIT >> It might help if you knew that I am starting out in East Texas.%0D%0A%0D%0ASo far:%0D%0A%0D%0ACadillac Ranch%0D%0ATaos, NM%0D%0APike's Peak (to the top)%0D%0A%0D%0A--%0D%0AMr. Shannon DeWolfe -- (I've taken to using Mr. because my name tends to mislead folks on the WWW. I am a 51 year old fat man ;-) -- KD5QBL

Trip to Yellowknife -posted by- sdewolfe

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:34 GMT

I find it amusing that the "Esso" you've pin-pointed in Calgary is actually Imperial Oil's world headquarters. I think you might have some trouble finding any gasoline there. However, in a city of one million, you should be able to spot a couple of gas stations somewhere...%0D%0A%0D%0AThanks Dale!%0D%0A%0D%0AIt is certainly good to have someone who lives in the area to give me a clue. I got that hit from a Google search for "fuel". Some of the hits were readily recongnizable as AV gas or marinas. But I thought Esso would be a safe enough bet for gas; I was wrong.%0D%0A%0D%0ASpeaking of fuel, what is the current price of gas in the Calgary area?%0D%0A%0D%0AI have my vacation on the schedule. I'll be leaving here on Tuesday, June 3. With a leisurely pace I expect we will be in your area the following Saturday evening or Sunday morning.%0D%0A%0D%0A%0A--%0AMr. Shannon DeWolfe -- (I've taken to using Mr. because my name tends to mislead folks on the WWW. I am a 52 year old fat man ;-) -- KD5QBL

Trip to Yellowknife -posted by- volvo245gti

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 06:03 GMT

Gas prices just went up about 5% here. I'm seeing prices at about $1.05/L. Your gallon is 3.78L to help with the translation. The dollar is close enough to call it even at the moment. Gas prices do vary considerably though so the prices here may not be the same as a town 50km down the road.%0A--%0ADale

Trip to Yellowknife -posted by- volvo245gti

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 15:23 GMT

Shannon will be making a stop at our place Chris...he has some "merchandise" to retrieve from under my deck. Once we get a better handle on when he's coming through, we'll plan a bbq or something...%0D%0A%0D%0AI find it amusing that the "Esso" you've pin-pointed in Calgary is actually Imperial Oil's world headquarters. I think you might have some trouble finding any gasoline there. However, in a city of one million, you should be able to spot a couple of gas stations somewhere...%0A--%0ADale

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Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:52 GMT

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Mon, 18 Feb 2008 17:02 GMT

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