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bmussatti 08-29-2007 06:59 AM

Nick, I am in! We need to checkout CR-K in Wisconsin, just over the boarder, and north of Stockton, IL about 30 minutes.

super66 08-29-2007 07:17 AM

I think I should be able to do the first round in the morning and catch lunch....I have a show in Indy so I don't think I can stick around for the second half of the day.....so I should be able to do the AM run.....

IowaS 08-29-2007 07:24 AM

Well I messed up a bit, probably what I will do since I am coming from the West is meet you in Galena, roll back East towards Chicago with everyone and spend a nice evening in Chicago with my wife and head back on Sunday...

Just keep me posted on the meeting time in Galena....

Chills 08-29-2007 09:07 AM

Sounds like a great itenerary, Nick. I'm definately in!!

djomlas 08-29-2007 09:52 AM

sorry guys, but i might be out.
its my GFs birthday that weekend

Tipstall 08-29-2007 10:51 AM

Wow, you guys are going to start right by me. I should introduce myself. My name is Ken and I'm looking for a Porsche, probally a Boxster. I have always wanted one. Wish I had one so I could join you guys. Know of any that are available?

I just found this site this morning. I'm trying to understand the plus and minus of the different years and features. I test drove one last week that was not right, still liked it.

bmussatti 08-29-2007 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tipstall
Wow, you guys are going to start right by me. I should introduce myself. My name is Ken and I'm looking for a Porsche, probally a Boxster. I have always wanted one. Wish I had one so I could join you guys. Know of any that are available?

I just found this site this morning. I'm trying to understand the plus and minus of the different years and features. I test drove one last week that was not right, still liked it.


Tipstall, welcome to the Forum! There are a ton of used Boxsters in the market. Do your research, and you will be OK. Remember to do a PPI (pre purchase inspection).

Now, go get one! You have more the four weeks to get a deal done! :)

Paul 08-29-2007 04:57 PM

You guys are welcome to join us (no charge) the weekend before. I guarantee you will never forget the roads we have included in this tour!!!

http://www.porschepark.org/journal.php?id=50

Paul 08-29-2007 05:03 PM

And if you are near Blackhawk on Sept 28, 29 or 30, you are welcome to join us for FREE track touring. Just show up at the track in a road worthy Porsche!

Details here:

http://www.themilwaukeecup.com/Schedule_20070723.pdf

Or if you want to parade to the track on the 29th:

http://www.porschepark.org/journal.php?id=55

NickCats 08-29-2007 05:51 PM

Paul,

That is awesome ! Ever since I saw the post from Tool Pants about "Lunch Laps @ Laguna Seca" I was wondering if there was something like that going on in this area. Count me in for Sunday. Will you be attending ? I am a member of the Chicago Region PCA but it would be nice to know someone from the Milwaukee region at the event.

I have always wanted to drive my Boxster on the track, but concerns about tire and brake wear keep me from doing a DE, so a low speed "tour" around the track sounds just like what the doctor ordered !

Thanks for the head's up, and hope to see you there...

Nick

Chills 08-30-2007 04:11 AM

Hey Nick, I'm up for Sunday at Blackhawk, too. I really like that track.

I'm also a Chicago Region PCA member, so what do I need to do to sign up?

Paul 08-30-2007 05:14 PM

No need to sign up, just show up to sign the release forms at the registration booth at the entrance to the track at least an hour before touring starts.

I will be there Sat and Sun.

bmussatti 08-31-2007 03:42 AM

Paul, thanks for all of the great info and links! I am really going to try to do the Driving Tour on the 22nd.

Chills and Nick, I'd like to do Blackhawk too. Let's stay posted on this as we get closer to the date.

Chills 08-31-2007 03:49 AM

This is going to be an awesome weekend! I can't wait.

bmussatti 09-16-2007 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NickCats
So here's what I'm thinking - meet at the gas station at the corner of 47 and 20 at 9:00 am Saturday morning.


Nick, sorry, dumb question...but in what town does 47 and 20 cross?? Thanks!

NickCats 09-17-2007 04:36 AM

I believe it is Starks.

Be carefull at this intersection, it is tricky the way 47, 20, and 72 all converge...

Nick

Chills 09-17-2007 04:39 AM

Nick, where on that map is the gas station?

NickCats 09-17-2007 04:46 AM

It's the green building on the SW corner...

Nick

Chills 09-17-2007 04:59 AM

Roger that. Thanks.

NickCats 09-24-2007 12:01 PM

I just wanted to bump this up again and see who will still be able to make it this Saturday ?

Those of you that know me are aware that I have a terrible sense of direction, so I would appreciate some help with the navigation of the route ( I have outlined the roads below ).

Paul, I am also still in for Blackhawk on Sunday for the track touring. Please let me know if there are any details I need to consider ( what time do I have to be there to be eligible, do I need a helmet to be on the track, etc. )

Look forward to seeing you all this weekend. Let's hope the weather holds out !

Nick


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