Title: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: garyfrogeye on June 16, 2009, 06:32:06 pm
Mine would be after leaving the Brethren's party, 4.am Friday night/Saturday morning pissing against the side of my own car humming along to "The Long and Winding Road" blaring out from the Brethren's stronghold.
It is a memory that will stay with me all of my life. It makes me smile to think of it now.
It is a memory that will stay with me all of my life. It makes me smile to think of it now.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: pedersenkorsager on June 16, 2009, 06:46:33 pm
mine will be getting a sms at 3.53 sat. morning saying" can you please pick us up in Le Mans city." One of my mates had thrown away all his clothes and was running naked down the street. So me off in a car to bring "home" 5 wasted danes along with 2 englishmen with orange hair.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Queen Vic of the Melans on June 16, 2009, 06:51:53 pm
If I had to choose one it would be returning from the pit walk on Friday with Doris, Kate and Hayley (dressed as witches) and dancing round the bins on BN to "Smack my Witch Up" only to see the Zarses arrive back to base with Lord & Lady Pig Pen and Princess Alex having been naked shopping. I'll let someone else have the moment of Jeremys introduction to the Brethren, Zarse and Melans area... WRONG!!!!
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Barry on June 16, 2009, 06:55:50 pm
Jeremy being taken for a walk. ;D
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lawnmower Man on June 16, 2009, 06:59:51 pm
Going for a ride on the No-Panic Bike fitted with a twist grip thingy that made Engine reving noises.
It seemed to go down well with the Mad Friday crowd in Bleu Sud and Houx Annex.
t.
It seemed to go down well with the Mad Friday crowd in Bleu Sud and Houx Annex.
t.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: landman on June 16, 2009, 07:05:27 pm
The Peugeot twatting the Pescarolo in the pit lane.
We were about 10 foot from it on the ACO stairs and saw it all.
Oh, and the naked bloke on the mini-scooter...
We were about 10 foot from it on the ACO stairs and saw it all.
Oh, and the naked bloke on the mini-scooter...
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lazy B'stard on June 16, 2009, 07:51:20 pm
Deciding in a moment of madness to go on the ferris wheel at 3am on the Sunday morning. I suffer from serious vertigo and a step ladder is about my limit. I absolutely shat my pants and cowered in the bottom of the gondola the whole time with out even looking. Worst part was my mate saying 'Si, its alright we have stopped' this was right at the top, and as anyone who knows vertigo as opposed to just a fear of heights will tell you that the urge to 'get off' was unbelievable. I could feel my legs trying to stand up and go for a walk. I've never been as shaken up in my life.
Si
Si
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Plenty sideways... on June 16, 2009, 08:09:06 pm
It was your idea !!!
The funniest things were the reply of "aye, avec chips love" to the poor lass in McDonalds and the nameless soul we met coming the other way through the tunnel at 5am who just stopped and said "there's no way out" very profound !! That's two, but both still make me laugh now !!
The funniest things were the reply of "aye, avec chips love" to the poor lass in McDonalds and the nameless soul we met coming the other way through the tunnel at 5am who just stopped and said "there's no way out" very profound !! That's two, but both still make me laugh now !!
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Martini...LB on June 16, 2009, 08:12:13 pm
Watching a mobile home driver trying to drive over my car... damage not too serious. The organiser of the group was very apologetic, the driver did not say a word.
Second was going on that damned bungee... it is vvvvvvery high.
>Martini...LB
Second was going on that damned bungee... it is vvvvvvery high.
>Martini...LB
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: wishy on June 16, 2009, 10:11:43 pm
Getting a mild case of sunstroke on Saturday and missing the Stranglers concert.
And being reminded on Sunday morning how good it was :-X
And being reminded on Sunday morning how good it was :-X
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy on June 16, 2009, 10:37:25 pm
I had a blast up the Mulsanne in the middle of the parting sea of cars at 90mph on friday (needed to cool down in the baking sun) backed off seeing ing the distance a car park organised by the police
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Perdu on June 17, 2009, 12:00:36 am
what a dreadfully limiting question Gary
(you just had to impose limits dintcha)
probably seeing that evil girl doing such DREADFUL THINGS to poor young Rex's private portions
again and again
with a pen!
yuk
(you just had to impose limits dintcha)
probably seeing that evil girl doing such DREADFUL THINGS to poor young Rex's private portions
again and again
with a pen!
yuk
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: ewan on June 17, 2009, 12:22:34 am
One of our group had a delicate tummy and had resorted to knees-down running to the latrines.
Later the same day, pondering...
"I'm not sure another beer would do my dodgy guts any good.
On the other hand, f*ck it."
We were next to the "smack my Witch up" show too: between the Brethren's 6am 100+dB disco for 5 seated people, and Werner's amazingly equipped crew.
Later the same day, pondering...
"I'm not sure another beer would do my dodgy guts any good.
On the other hand, f*ck it."
We were next to the "smack my Witch up" show too: between the Brethren's 6am 100+dB disco for 5 seated people, and Werner's amazingly equipped crew.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Paddy_NL on June 17, 2009, 12:23:13 am
...it must some idiot smashing the rear window of my van! >:(
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Perdu on June 17, 2009, 12:26:57 am
...it must some idiot smashing the rear window of my van! >:(
Hey boss
I seen him do it
that geezer was dead brazen too
for a reward I will testify for you
(Reminder to self, bring Entering motor vehicle kit some other times)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Chris24 on June 17, 2009, 12:32:01 am
Mine would probably be bumping into the Drayson family at the end of the drivers parade outside the staging area. His wife, five kids, mother and father and two team personel. I was wearing my Drayson T shirt from Sebring so we got chatting. They wanted to go and watch the parade near the end but didn't know how to get there so my friends and I escorted them around the back streets to the overpass where we all watched the parade and got Paul Draysons attention so that he could see his family waving to him.
They are a real nice friendly and down to earth family, so i was gutted when they broke down with two hours to run.
Other lasting memory was listening to Hindy on the radio saying " Peugeot have done it again, they are going to lose this race due to shear incompetence" after the pit lane collision. Made me laugh !
They are a real nice friendly and down to earth family, so i was gutted when they broke down with two hours to run.
Other lasting memory was listening to Hindy on the radio saying " Peugeot have done it again, they are going to lose this race due to shear incompetence" after the pit lane collision. Made me laugh !
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Werner on June 17, 2009, 08:27:34 am
A sentence I will never forget:
"I've put your hand in the drawer!"
That was Japanese driver Hideki Noda to his French co-driver Jean de Pourtales, who was actually searching his hand when leaving the car after a double stint. (Jean drives with a left forearm prosthesis. Before getting into the car, he always needs to unscrew his hand and fix the steering wheel to the prosthesis instead)
BTW: Jean did the fastest race lap of all 3 KSM drivers this weekend!
"I've put your hand in the drawer!"
That was Japanese driver Hideki Noda to his French co-driver Jean de Pourtales, who was actually searching his hand when leaving the car after a double stint. (Jean drives with a left forearm prosthesis. Before getting into the car, he always needs to unscrew his hand and fix the steering wheel to the prosthesis instead)
BTW: Jean did the fastest race lap of all 3 KSM drivers this weekend!
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Pig-Pen on June 17, 2009, 11:13:26 am
There are too many to list but a few favourite ones would be....
Naked shopping
Jeremy and his many adventures
Covering Mr Incredible with ketchup and mayo in Arnage highstreet
Stinky Bill crashing through the DJ set up in the Guiness bar with Weena on his shoulder
Lapping the site in Bills TVR with Claire and Alex flashing at other campers (went down very well!!)
Sex Punch
ans so so so many more ;D
Naked shopping
Jeremy and his many adventures
Covering Mr Incredible with ketchup and mayo in Arnage highstreet
Stinky Bill crashing through the DJ set up in the Guiness bar with Weena on his shoulder
Lapping the site in Bills TVR with Claire and Alex flashing at other campers (went down very well!!)
Sex Punch
ans so so so many more ;D
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Jon King on June 17, 2009, 11:47:58 am
meeting club arnage for the first time and my first experience of the friday parade
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: 6 Euros - JD on June 17, 2009, 12:11:02 pm
...too challenging to mention only one,
The weather changing on Thursday after 3 days constant rain.
Watching the 6 Euros Pyro Engineer hide himself behind a 10mm diameter stake he was using as a poker when the Sapeurs Pompiers jeep came over to check out our BSJ signal fire.
The weather changing on Thursday after 3 days constant rain.
Watching the 6 Euros Pyro Engineer hide himself behind a 10mm diameter stake he was using as a poker when the Sapeurs Pompiers jeep came over to check out our BSJ signal fire.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Pig-Pen on June 17, 2009, 02:31:41 pm
what a dreadfully limiting question Gary
(you just had to impose limits dintcha)
probably seeing that evil girl doing such DREADFUL THINGS to poor young Rex's private portions
again and again
with a pen!
yuk
Dont forget the paddle that left me with bleeding welts on my bottys ;)(you just had to impose limits dintcha)
probably seeing that evil girl doing such DREADFUL THINGS to poor young Rex's private portions
again and again
with a pen!
yuk
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Simon13 on June 17, 2009, 02:38:06 pm
The Great British Welcome at St Saturin.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: RockerRiert on June 17, 2009, 04:17:11 pm
To pick one I'll take Lady Pig Pen's intense shouting at a pikey to get the **** away from the trash collection which seems to translate to pikey-language as "will you have beer with us and mary me"
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 17, 2009, 07:04:10 pm
So so many incidents and antics to choose from, never mind the ones that I simply can't mention such as the private lesbian show that was kindly laid on for me whilst we driving naked through Arnage. >:D But in a way, I kinda expected that sort of thing from the folk Team Zarse associate with.
So the one moment I'll mention was the most unexpected one. I had the pleasure of spending sunday afternoon with JPC Mark in the hospitality suite of Aston Martin Racing, courtesy of a kind last-minute invitation from Mr and Mrs Pilot Zarse. I'm not a big fan of MRI-type things, but I have to say this really was exceptionally good.
My only concern was the state of us, having indulged in a damn good start to the drinking day prior to the invitation coming through. Mark and myself were, shall we say, "in a bouyant frame of mind" and I apologise herewith for coating Mark's imaculate white Aston Racing shirt in speckles of brown sauce just prior to setting off. Still, we went anyway fully intending to be sensible. Our lobster buffet really was top notch, as were the finest wines and champagne. Leaning against the bar chatting up some girls was Sir Stirling Moss, and there were other folk I recognised of a celebrity nature. Seated at the next table was Chairman of the MSA Prince Michael of Kent. It was that kind of do. Prince Michael particularly enjoyed my lunchtime singing, especially my rendition of "So What?" by the Anti-Nowhere League.
After pudding we went back to the balcony bar to watch the last two hours of the race. Things were pretty tense what with Aston being stuck in fourth place, we were praying for something to happen. The waiting staff were terribly efficient and the shampoo continued to flow until the flag fell. Fourth was pretty much the best anyone could have realistically expected and half an hour later Dave Richards, George Howard-Chappell and the whole team turned up for the after race party. Mark and myself met Dave Richards at Sebring in 05 when AMR won the GT1 straight out the box. When he saw us he shouted "Guys!" and thrust out a hand. We had a quick chin wag with him about their plans for next year (they'll be back but probably not at Sebring) and he had his charming wife take our picture (hope you still have it Mark!).
Dave Richards gave a terrific speech which brought many people, me and Mark included, close to tears, what with the emotion of Aston Martin and Le Mans. He said he'd only got the budget arranged with Gulf just six short months ago, and called George into his office and told him what he wanted. George had a look at the detail and replied that it was simply impossible in the timeframe. Richards told him "George, get me three cars on the grid for 3pm on saturday afternoon and I will do the rest!". They did, and I think it was a truly amazing effort.
After that the party went up a gear, the rock band started playing and the booze was flowing - just what I didn't need - and things got very lively indeed. Stirling Moss was dancing on a chair drinking neat vodka from a woman's shoe and even I was surprised to see Prince Michael with his head down the lavatory.
Fifteen of us were invited on a tour of the track in a minibus, which ended in potentially controversial fashion. However, Mark managed to negotiate with the security folk, although we found we'd been locked into the curcuit. Still, catch fencing couldn't hold us back and we eventually found our way home to Bl;ue Nord just as it was getting dark. I simply have little recollection of what happened after that but I think it was safe to say we were all very badly behaved. In the morning I was awoken at 7am by Doris and the campsite looked like a meteorite had hit it in the night such was the scene of devastation. We left just in time to miss our ferry...
So the one moment I'll mention was the most unexpected one. I had the pleasure of spending sunday afternoon with JPC Mark in the hospitality suite of Aston Martin Racing, courtesy of a kind last-minute invitation from Mr and Mrs Pilot Zarse. I'm not a big fan of MRI-type things, but I have to say this really was exceptionally good.
My only concern was the state of us, having indulged in a damn good start to the drinking day prior to the invitation coming through. Mark and myself were, shall we say, "in a bouyant frame of mind" and I apologise herewith for coating Mark's imaculate white Aston Racing shirt in speckles of brown sauce just prior to setting off. Still, we went anyway fully intending to be sensible. Our lobster buffet really was top notch, as were the finest wines and champagne. Leaning against the bar chatting up some girls was Sir Stirling Moss, and there were other folk I recognised of a celebrity nature. Seated at the next table was Chairman of the MSA Prince Michael of Kent. It was that kind of do. Prince Michael particularly enjoyed my lunchtime singing, especially my rendition of "So What?" by the Anti-Nowhere League.
After pudding we went back to the balcony bar to watch the last two hours of the race. Things were pretty tense what with Aston being stuck in fourth place, we were praying for something to happen. The waiting staff were terribly efficient and the shampoo continued to flow until the flag fell. Fourth was pretty much the best anyone could have realistically expected and half an hour later Dave Richards, George Howard-Chappell and the whole team turned up for the after race party. Mark and myself met Dave Richards at Sebring in 05 when AMR won the GT1 straight out the box. When he saw us he shouted "Guys!" and thrust out a hand. We had a quick chin wag with him about their plans for next year (they'll be back but probably not at Sebring) and he had his charming wife take our picture (hope you still have it Mark!).
Dave Richards gave a terrific speech which brought many people, me and Mark included, close to tears, what with the emotion of Aston Martin and Le Mans. He said he'd only got the budget arranged with Gulf just six short months ago, and called George into his office and told him what he wanted. George had a look at the detail and replied that it was simply impossible in the timeframe. Richards told him "George, get me three cars on the grid for 3pm on saturday afternoon and I will do the rest!". They did, and I think it was a truly amazing effort.
After that the party went up a gear, the rock band started playing and the booze was flowing - just what I didn't need - and things got very lively indeed. Stirling Moss was dancing on a chair drinking neat vodka from a woman's shoe and even I was surprised to see Prince Michael with his head down the lavatory.
Fifteen of us were invited on a tour of the track in a minibus, which ended in potentially controversial fashion. However, Mark managed to negotiate with the security folk, although we found we'd been locked into the curcuit. Still, catch fencing couldn't hold us back and we eventually found our way home to Bl;ue Nord just as it was getting dark. I simply have little recollection of what happened after that but I think it was safe to say we were all very badly behaved. In the morning I was awoken at 7am by Doris and the campsite looked like a meteorite had hit it in the night such was the scene of devastation. We left just in time to miss our ferry...
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: ewan on June 17, 2009, 07:55:01 pm
Far be it for me to cast aspersions, Mr Zarse, but is there a hint of artistic license in that tale of yours, perchance? :laugh:
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Steve on June 17, 2009, 08:39:44 pm
I was there without the other Tres Hombres this year and for me one of the highlights was the fantastic hospitality afforded me by the Dutch lads on Houx.
The other was being invited by Oliver Gavin into the Corvette 64 garage on Friday lunchtime for a chat. To his immense credit he entertained us for ages and signed just about everything we had. Looks like the team will be kept intact for the new GT class next year as well.
The other was being invited by Oliver Gavin into the Corvette 64 garage on Friday lunchtime for a chat. To his immense credit he entertained us for ages and signed just about everything we had. Looks like the team will be kept intact for the new GT class next year as well.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 17, 2009, 09:24:25 pm
Far be it for me to cast aspersions, Mr Zarse, but is there a hint of artistic license in that tale of yours, perchance? :laugh:
For once mate, no. It's pretty much bang on how I remember it, maybe Mark would agree? Except for the lobster salad, i think it might have been chopped up crab sticks. The food was really terrrific though.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Pig-Pen on June 17, 2009, 09:26:01 pm
Far be it for me to cast aspersions, Mr Zarse, but is there a hint of artistic license in that tale of yours, perchance? :laugh:
No, No.... its all true. We had a full rundown on their return. They were totally hammered and Andy was wearing a pink pvc gay biker hat which I believe had gone with him to the event. The pit wall photos appeared to show it whilst in a horizontal fashion.I also seem to remember mention of other guests giving "looks" as if to say "They should not be here!"
Finally there was a moment of well needed rest in the pot plant display too I believe.
I say good work and I bet your invite for next year will be delivered personally to Zarse Towers.
With regards to the rest of the evening..... it was very naughty. Princess Alex learned things she had never even heard of being done in Poland, the left over firework mortars boomed (cheers Marius, I was soooooooooooo pissed), fires blazed and the whole thing was like a medieval orgy but with less sex, well thats all I am letting on ;)
A truly wonderful evening that left me a quivering mess on Monday... but you cant leave booze behind can you ;D
We shall discuss the lesbian show once I have seen the pictures as I was too busy displaying my smashed buttocks out of the window of the Zarse wagon, much to the delight of the baying crowd... well I guess thats what they were baying about ;D
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 17, 2009, 09:38:03 pm
The Blue Nord CA area was like the encampment in Mad Max II on sunday night. I was expecting to see MG Mark fly over us in his gyrocopter at any minute.
Next year Rex i think we need to discuss taking some firearms, tazers and/or cattle prods for personal protection on the campsite. ;)
Next year Rex i think we need to discuss taking some firearms, tazers and/or cattle prods for personal protection on the campsite. ;)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Pig-Pen on June 17, 2009, 10:09:24 pm
Fantastic Film and a perfect description!!!!
Great Idea about the protection equipment but I want to Keep my FAC so lets stick to the latter 2. I believe they are known as Sex Prods in Europe ;)
Great Idea about the protection equipment but I want to Keep my FAC so lets stick to the latter 2. I believe they are known as Sex Prods in Europe ;)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 17, 2009, 10:25:45 pm
The scene when we left...
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: termietermite on June 17, 2009, 10:51:38 pm
Trying to get to the BN loo on Thursday lunchtime was quite an experience - I was greeted by so many people I nearly peed in my knickers, it took me so long to get there and I'd only parked the car about ten meters away. Wonderful to see all you guys and gals again and so great to have made it after ten months when there were times I wasn't sure I'd be fit enough. Now I just have to figure out how we manage Spa....
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Barry on June 18, 2009, 12:35:33 am
It was so good to see you Deb.
What a year you have had.
I am sure that with your determination, and Ian's asistance, you will make Spa, if you want to.
What a year you have had.
I am sure that with your determination, and Ian's asistance, you will make Spa, if you want to.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: jpchenet on June 18, 2009, 01:05:57 am
Fantastic Film and a perfect description!!!!
Great Idea about the protection equipment but I want to Keep my FAC so lets stick to the latter 2. I believe they are known as Sex Prods in Europe ;)
Great Idea about the protection equipment but I want to Keep my FAC so lets stick to the latter 2. I believe they are known as Sex Prods in Europe ;)
Is that similar to a "sex punch"?? ;D
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: jpchenet on June 18, 2009, 01:30:13 am
I have to say that I had a fantastic several days with some fantastic people, but my best moment has to be the same as Andy Z's.
It was such a fantastic afternoon and being amongst so many people that were at Le Mans for their trip Andy and I were of course in our element, sharing tales of years gone by, other race tracks, how I stalked Johnny Herbert for years and forced his retirement, we had quite a crowd. A few of them seemed to wonder who we were, but most were more interested in who was sat with HRH Prince Michael of Kent. (I bet he didn't pay £1600 to be there either!!!)
As it got later in the day, and we consumed more Champagne in our small group of 10 people than the rest of the attendees put together, we were receiving far too much attention from people who seemed to be glaring at us as if to say "they shouldn't be in here" when Dave Richards walked straight up to us as he arrived and greeted us like best friends. The snobs hated it!!! I wouldn't be surprised if he asks Andy and I into the pits next year as we've been so lucky for him at Sebring at Le Mans. We declined a lift home in his helicopter.
For once I didn't sing Mustang Sally, but instead crooned a couple of ballads to the ensemble on the terrace as we sipped Champagne and my renditions of "You do something to me" and Lady in Red" have booked me a job at a wedding at Goodwood House later this year.
It was just such a disgrace that they ran out of Champagne at 7pm and we had to head back, but not before the trip down the pit straight. I didn't quite understand why the Security guards thought we shouldn't be there so tried to ram us into the pit wall but we all survived to tell the tale and it only took two minutes of my best French to save us from being arrested and to have the vehicle keys returned.
Photos once I've worked out how to get them off the new Blackberry.
It was such a fantastic afternoon and being amongst so many people that were at Le Mans for their trip Andy and I were of course in our element, sharing tales of years gone by, other race tracks, how I stalked Johnny Herbert for years and forced his retirement, we had quite a crowd. A few of them seemed to wonder who we were, but most were more interested in who was sat with HRH Prince Michael of Kent. (I bet he didn't pay £1600 to be there either!!!)
As it got later in the day, and we consumed more Champagne in our small group of 10 people than the rest of the attendees put together, we were receiving far too much attention from people who seemed to be glaring at us as if to say "they shouldn't be in here" when Dave Richards walked straight up to us as he arrived and greeted us like best friends. The snobs hated it!!! I wouldn't be surprised if he asks Andy and I into the pits next year as we've been so lucky for him at Sebring at Le Mans. We declined a lift home in his helicopter.
For once I didn't sing Mustang Sally, but instead crooned a couple of ballads to the ensemble on the terrace as we sipped Champagne and my renditions of "You do something to me" and Lady in Red" have booked me a job at a wedding at Goodwood House later this year.
It was just such a disgrace that they ran out of Champagne at 7pm and we had to head back, but not before the trip down the pit straight. I didn't quite understand why the Security guards thought we shouldn't be there so tried to ram us into the pit wall but we all survived to tell the tale and it only took two minutes of my best French to save us from being arrested and to have the vehicle keys returned.
Photos once I've worked out how to get them off the new Blackberry.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Pastis_JPC on June 19, 2009, 12:27:09 am
I have to say that I had a fantastic several days with some fantastic people, but my best moment has to be the same as Andy Z's.
It was such a fantastic afternoon and being amongst so many people that were at Le Mans for their trip Andy and I were of course in our element, sharing tales of years gone by, other race tracks, how I stalked Johnny Herbert for years and forced his retirement, we had quite a crowd. A few of them seemed to wonder who we were, but most were more interested in who was sat with HRH Prince Michael of Kent. (I bet he didn't pay £1600 to be there either!!!)
As it got later in the day, and we consumed more Champagne in our small group of 10 people than the rest of the attendees put together, we were receiving far too much attention from people who seemed to be glaring at us as if to say "they shouldn't be in here" when Dave Richards walked straight up to us as he arrived and greeted us like best friends. The snobs hated it!!! I wouldn't be surprised if he asks Andy and I into the pits next year as we've been so lucky for him at Sebring at Le Mans. We declined a lift home in his helicopter.
For once I didn't sing Mustang Sally, but instead crooned a couple of ballads to the ensemble on the terrace as we sipped Champagne and my renditions of "You do something to me" and Lady in Red" have booked me a job at a wedding at Goodwood House later this year.
It was just such a disgrace that they ran out of Champagne at 7pm and we had to head back, but not before the trip down the pit straight. I didn't quite understand why the Security guards thought we shouldn't be there so tried to ram us into the pit wall but we all survived to tell the tale and it only took two minutes of my best French to save us from being arrested and to have the vehicle keys returned.
It was such a fantastic afternoon and being amongst so many people that were at Le Mans for their trip Andy and I were of course in our element, sharing tales of years gone by, other race tracks, how I stalked Johnny Herbert for years and forced his retirement, we had quite a crowd. A few of them seemed to wonder who we were, but most were more interested in who was sat with HRH Prince Michael of Kent. (I bet he didn't pay £1600 to be there either!!!)
As it got later in the day, and we consumed more Champagne in our small group of 10 people than the rest of the attendees put together, we were receiving far too much attention from people who seemed to be glaring at us as if to say "they shouldn't be in here" when Dave Richards walked straight up to us as he arrived and greeted us like best friends. The snobs hated it!!! I wouldn't be surprised if he asks Andy and I into the pits next year as we've been so lucky for him at Sebring at Le Mans. We declined a lift home in his helicopter.
For once I didn't sing Mustang Sally, but instead crooned a couple of ballads to the ensemble on the terrace as we sipped Champagne and my renditions of "You do something to me" and Lady in Red" have booked me a job at a wedding at Goodwood House later this year.
It was just such a disgrace that they ran out of Champagne at 7pm and we had to head back, but not before the trip down the pit straight. I didn't quite understand why the Security guards thought we shouldn't be there so tried to ram us into the pit wall but we all survived to tell the tale and it only took two minutes of my best French to save us from being arrested and to have the vehicle keys returned.
Slim, I think you've neglected to mention that you were in Aston Martin hospitality. ::) ;)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 21, 2009, 11:20:17 pm
Jeremy being taken for a walk. ;D
Neil after witnessing the Jeremy antics...
;D
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: nopanic - neil on June 21, 2009, 11:52:20 pm
(http://www.sebringfans.com/forums/Smileys/SFBigSet/boogie.gif)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Leftie on June 22, 2009, 02:04:16 am
Not being there which really pi55ed me off.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Maximum on June 22, 2009, 10:27:04 pm
Missed 2009 LM
My wife gave birth of our son end of may.
Proud dad of a son ( Thomas )
Next year back in business an probably towing the famous DFH beertender again.
Missed this year, se you all in 2010
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: mgmark on June 28, 2009, 08:55:33 am
The Blue Nord CA area was like the encampment in Mad Max II on sunday night. I was expecting to see MG Mark fly over us in his gyrocopter at any minute.
Bugger - I knew that there was something I was supposed to be doing.........
MG Mark
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 28, 2009, 07:49:36 pm
At last, photographic proof of jeremy's revenge...
(http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs096.snc1/5164_1161892161055_1040365757_493183_5834848_n.jpg)
(http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs096.snc1/5164_1161892161055_1040365757_493183_5834848_n.jpg)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Lord Pig-Pen on June 28, 2009, 10:30:29 pm
Just to show he was taken for a walk and not just left in the car.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Leftie on June 30, 2009, 12:53:27 am
Missed 2009 LM
My wife gave birth of our son end of may.
Proud dad of a son ( Thomas )
Next year back in business an probably towing the famous DFH beertender again.
Missed this year, se you all in 2010
Congratulations Max and Mrs Max.
Welcome Thomas to a life of pertual happiness and sorry. If you are like your Dad, it will all be happiness.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Dangermouse on July 01, 2009, 10:22:04 am
My memory would be Saturday night / Sunday morning.
Sound up to 11 people ;D
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_MAH00366.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=MAH00366.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-4.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-4.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-3.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-3.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-2.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-2.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-1.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-1.flv)
I have to say though, some of the things I've read on this thread make me wonder if I'm doing it right!
Sound up to 11 people ;D
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_MAH00366.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=MAH00366.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-4.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-4.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-3.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-3.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-2.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-2.flv)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/th_lemans09-1.jpg) (http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w6/millsy_2007/?action=view¤t=lemans09-1.flv)
I have to say though, some of the things I've read on this thread make me wonder if I'm doing it right!
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Bentley boy on July 01, 2009, 09:37:55 pm
Quote
My memory would be Saturday night / Sunday morning
Amazing :o Thanks for posting
I love standing at Tetre Rouge at night just watching the cars hammering that corner. no matter how may times I watch there I'm still amazed ;D
Your vid's are they on the Mulsanne or the run from Mulsanne to Indy?
when I drove the track last year after the race my estimation of the drivers Bravery/stupidity went through the roof :o
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Dangermouse on July 01, 2009, 09:55:23 pm
Mulsanne to Indy.......they don't quite (not quite!) do it justice.....hairs on end / spine tingling moment!
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Doris on July 02, 2009, 10:05:40 am
Top footage DM.
I've just wet myself. ;D
Dx
I've just wet myself. ;D
Dx
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Bob U on July 02, 2009, 11:07:17 am
Fantastic stuff DM. Thanks for posting 8)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Paddy_NL on July 02, 2009, 11:39:00 am
Awesome footage, DM! 8)
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: garyfrogeye on July 02, 2009, 12:02:53 pm
Awesome footage, DM! 8)
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
What was that all about? As Perdu looks worried.
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Perdu on July 02, 2009, 12:13:31 pm
Paddy never fear
your secret is safe with me
what happened in BN stays in BN.... ;)
(Gary, tell you down the pub, OK!)
[makes mental note to bring two extra tools next time...]
your secret is safe with me
what happened in BN stays in BN.... ;)
(Gary, tell you down the pub, OK!)
[makes mental note to bring two extra tools next time...]
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: LangTall on July 02, 2009, 12:46:23 pm
Awesome footage, DM! 8)
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
Naaaah, it's Meesches second Golden Ditch Pat. ;DGuess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
I'll leave it to you to reveil the first
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: jpchenet on July 02, 2009, 07:25:04 pm
Awesome footage, DM! 8)
Guess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
Naaaah, it's Meesches second Golden Ditch Pat. ;DGuess this is another "Golden Ditch" moment for me :-\
I'll leave it to you to reveil the first
What was Meeshes first then??
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Paddy_NL on July 03, 2009, 07:52:58 am
thinking the back of the van was a pizza place, so she made one ::)
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: jpchenet on July 03, 2009, 03:36:37 pm
thinking the back of the van was a pizza place, so she made one ::)
LOL
Could have been worse. Could have thought it wa s aburger van and made her own patty! :-X
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Bentley boy on July 03, 2009, 10:36:29 pm
Dangermouse can you not remove the 1st video off the tinternet as I've watched the 1st one I don't know how many times this week when I needed a pick me up at work ;D
God is it only 3 weeks past it feels like forever :(
God is it only 3 weeks past it feels like forever :(
Title: Re: If you had to choose one memory from this years Le Mans
Post by: Dangermouse on July 04, 2009, 12:12:15 pm
Sorry Bentley boy...........but it does the same for me so I'm afraid it has to stay! ;D
