williamblackshaw 43 Posted June 22, 2014 Cant wait 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c_cars 56 Posted June 23, 2014 Just trying to 'persuade' a couple of mates to do it, done the Nurburgring a few times but always fancied something like this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted July 7, 2014 We have nearly 20 cars signed up already, plus the 2 from us at Car Dealer.... There is a lot of interest and if everyone who is currently trying to get it all signed off follows through it will be fully booked very quickly ! This year should be the best yet, two words... "Stelvio Pass" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c_cars 56 Posted July 9, 2014 I thought I was a late entry at 23rd June! All signed up, car found, sponsorship starting to come through... cant come soon enough now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
williamblackshaw 43 Posted July 10, 2014 Which teams have entered? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted July 10, 2014 We've got a good balance from dealers and suppliers. All the usual suspects are there plus a few new names. The Sun already have both ether cars apparently.. The more important question is, who is driving what AND what are your going to be dressing up as ! :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
williamblackshaw 43 Posted July 11, 2014 Our's is progressing nicely, now that it's road legal it might not be when finished - We;ve went movie themed - my only concern if it rains we will loose about 15mpg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted July 14, 2014 Sounds interesting..... i think i can guess, but won;t give away your secret ( check out what Nissan did 4 years ago though and then ask me what happened !) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Baggott 227 Posted July 14, 2014 If it's a furry friend you may want to trim it back... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted July 25, 2014 We've set up this years Facebook page now, get sharing your cars and what you're all doing to them. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bangers-for-Ben-The-Italian-Job/1445168752437059?skip_nax_wizard=true&ref_type=bookmark Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Baggott 227 Posted August 2, 2014 I'm so pleased that we've filled Bangers4BEN already this year. We haven't sold out 40 places so fast ever before and now even have a lengthy reserve list. I'm really looking forward to it and praying my recent purchase will make it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelerdealer1 91 Posted August 2, 2014 What did you get James? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Baggott 227 Posted August 9, 2014 Well opening myself up to ridicule I bought this... https://twitter.com/cardealered/status/492236617609121793 It's a little bit tired but I've got some exciting plans for it. Thankfully Andy I helping me out. And I need all the help I can get... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelerdealer1 91 Posted August 9, 2014 The fan favourite Mx5, your lower back won't be happy! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
c_cars 56 Posted August 18, 2014 Just realised that this is something different to what Ive entered! Im doing the Help For Heroes Banger Run, any other motor trade teams entering? http://www.bangerrun.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted August 19, 2014 I' open to bribes to set a few prizes for the trip as I 'fix' Mr Baggotts crock... Ahem, I mean MX-5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Baggott 227 Posted August 19, 2014 I can read this Andy, you know that right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted August 20, 2014 I can read this Andy, you know that right? Someone must have hacked my account , damn them ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry1100 1 Posted August 21, 2014 Just saying hello here. We're entered this year - the Independent Garage Association so that's Stuart James, (IGA Director) and me, Terry Gibson (@T3rryGibsonon Twitter) First timers at this event although we did do our own version for Ben earlier this year visiting www.TrustMyGarage.co.uk members around the country Any hints and tips appreciated :-) Terry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Baggott 227 Posted August 21, 2014 Awesome. Welcome along guys. You can follow @bangers4ben and tweet pictures of your car. I'm running that account for the event. Looking forward to seeing you there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
williamblackshaw 43 Posted August 21, 2014 Mind Terry hope your not going to pick on me again as a Franchised dealer ;-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry1100 1 Posted August 21, 2014 Ooops - I'm much more careful what I say now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry1100 1 Posted August 27, 2014 Shook hands on a deal for our car this evening - pictures on the Facebook page next week when we collect it. Apparently it was The Best Saloon Car In The World "back in the day" 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Entwistle 96 Posted August 28, 2014 Hmm, Lancia dedra and Lada Riva ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
