Here's Geoff
And here's Peter
Some of the other marques out on the track
Whilst Sandown has some nice long fast straights, the turns catch some drivers out..
To see more photos from this event, click here
clubMINI in Victoria is your state branch of the national clubMINI group. clubMINI is the only national association of clubs specifically assembled for owners of the new MINI and endorsed by BMW Group Australia. We're a group of like-minded enthusiasts who enjoy and appreciate one of the finest cars to be produced in many years. Anyone who drives a MINI Hatch, Clubman or Cabrio, Countryman or Paceman, Coupe or Roadster can join us in our enthusiasm for this great marque.
Monday, 22 June 2015
Sandown June - MINI MOTORSPORT
Part two of the Frankston Loop involved a trip to Sandown to watch two of our own members compete at Sandown. Geoff Vernon in his R53 Electric Blue Hatch and Peter Kaiser in his R56 S in Chilli Red.
Here's Geoff
And here's Peter
Some of the other marques out on the track
Whilst Sandown has some nice long fast straights, the turns catch some drivers out..
To see more photos from this event, click here
Here's Geoff
And here's Peter
Some of the other marques out on the track
Whilst Sandown has some nice long fast straights, the turns catch some drivers out..
To see more photos from this event, click here
Frankston Loop - Arthurs Seat - Frankston
Eighteen MINIs and their co pilots met at the Frankston McDonalds at 8:15 for a 8:30am start.
We quickly took over the carpark, and ended up with MINIs all around the Maccas restaurant.
We are gonna need a bigger Maccas next time!
These guys need a bigger MINI.
clubMINI first timers - forging new friendships
After a quick drivers brief, we all jumped in our machines and hit the road.
Although today for the first time I can recall, the MINIs got separated and half of us ended up going in the wrong direction! wooops
Here we are 'lost' well not really lost, just not where we were meant to be.
Another 10 mins later, our error was corrected and we were back with the main group and enroute to Arthurs Seat carpark.
Here we are taking over the Arthurs Seat car park
This MINI came all the way from QLD.. and is now relocating to fabulous Victoria!
MINI behinds
From Arthurs Seat we headed off along Arthurs Seat Road, and towards the stunning Marine Drive.. turning heads as our MINIs continued along through Dromana, Safety Beach, Mount Martha, Mornington.. and onto Frankston where we all parked and had breakfast at the Celsius Cafe.
Part two - onto Sandown coming up next!
To see more photos from this event, click here
And finally some advice...
We quickly took over the carpark, and ended up with MINIs all around the Maccas restaurant.
We are gonna need a bigger Maccas next time!
These guys need a bigger MINI.
clubMINI first timers - forging new friendships
After a quick drivers brief, we all jumped in our machines and hit the road.
Although today for the first time I can recall, the MINIs got separated and half of us ended up going in the wrong direction! wooops
Another 10 mins later, our error was corrected and we were back with the main group and enroute to Arthurs Seat carpark.
Here we are taking over the Arthurs Seat car park
This MINI came all the way from QLD.. and is now relocating to fabulous Victoria!
MINI behinds
From Arthurs Seat we headed off along Arthurs Seat Road, and towards the stunning Marine Drive.. turning heads as our MINIs continued along through Dromana, Safety Beach, Mount Martha, Mornington.. and onto Frankston where we all parked and had breakfast at the Celsius Cafe.
Part two - onto Sandown coming up next!
To see more photos from this event, click here
And finally some advice...
Tuesday, 16 June 2015
BMWCCV Driver Training Day at DECA in Altona
On June 13th BMWCCV (BMW Car Club of Victoria) held a driver training day at the Altona DECA facility, kindly inviting clubMINI along to attend.
Three clubMINI Members and their MINIs (and one 220i whilst the owners respective MINI is in the panel shop) hit the skidpan to put their cars and skills to the test.
Drivers were able to experience several different courses throughout the day, each focusing on a particular skill, with a trainer offering some advice on completion of each run.
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from the Events Secretary, BMWCCV will be holding another event like this later this year.
And don't forget clubMINI are also planning our own Motorkhana too. More info coming on that one soon.
More photos can be viewed in the clubMINI Flickr page click here
Motor on!
Three clubMINI Members and their MINIs (and one 220i whilst the owners respective MINI is in the panel shop) hit the skidpan to put their cars and skills to the test.
Drivers were able to experience several different courses throughout the day, each focusing on a particular skill, with a trainer offering some advice on completion of each run.
If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, keep an eye on your inbox for an email from the Events Secretary, BMWCCV will be holding another event like this later this year.
And don't forget clubMINI are also planning our own Motorkhana too. More info coming on that one soon.
More photos can be viewed in the clubMINI Flickr page click here
Motor on!
Tuesday, 2 June 2015
2 Minutes of Fame - Club President Craig Webb
Name and clubMINI committee title - Craig Webb clubMINI President
How long have you been in clubMINI for? Since August 2007
What MINI(s) do you have, what color is it and how long have you owned it? Just one, MINI 2007 Cooper S - Lightning Blue with white roof/stripes, chequered mirror caps (also has the GOK4RT plates - editor)
What is your favorite song to listen to when driving your MINI? Too many to name
So if MINI didn't exist, what would be your next choice? Money no object, Porsche 356 (pre-A), F series 911 RS ducktail, 930 or any 911 really... (editor approves! )
So you find a genie in a bottle and she grants you one brand new MINI, which one do you choose? Just one, I thought I got 3 wishes, 2014 JCW GP, JCW Hatch, JCW Coupe (our genie is stingy - editor)
What other cars do you have? I also drive a 2010 Nissan X-Trail
First car? 1970 VW Beetle, white, worked 1640cc, lowered, chrome 356 replica wheels (ahh can see the air-cooled love started here - editor)
This is Craig, be sure to say Hi when you see him at the next event!
Monday, 18 May 2015
May 2015 Lilydale - Seymour - Marysville
A dozen MINIs met at Lilydale McDonalds at 7:30am for a 7:45am departure. After a quick Bacon and Egg McMuffin, Cappucino and meeting a few new comers to clubMINI - we were off!
Event Director Peter Williams providing the clubMINI cruise briefing
From Lilydale, we headed up the Maroondah Highway, turning off towards Yarra Glen. It was a stunning morning, no wind and not a cloud in the sky. Preparing for a stunning Autumn Day. Although this was short lived, as we snaked our way through the hills, the fog rolled in.
A quick 'unscheduled stop' and photo opportunity
The group then continued to Seymour via Yea and Broadford until we finally reached Seymour for meeting point no. 2
MINI's rolling into the carpark at Seymour
After a rest stop, a quick chat and more MINI shenanigans it was time to head off towards Marysville. The route took us along the amazing Highlands Road, eventually through Alexandra and up over the Lake Eildon Mountain through the National Park. And after some 100 kilometres of twists, turns and wildlife spotting (dead and alive! eek) we turned onto the Maroondah Highway for Marysville. The Marysville Golf and Bowling Club was the chosen destination for lunch. Stunning setup here, the club sits amongst the Golf Course, with views over looking the greens, lovely meals and wonderful company.
After lunch, the group continued home via the Black Spur at our own leisure.
Here's some smiles that encapsulate the feeling of clubMINI.
*Photos by Amanda Withey
Massive thank you to Peter Williams for another wonderful event. Stay tuned for our next adventure. And don't forget to keep an eye on the clubMINI Flickr page here for more pictorial coverage from this event.
Event Director Peter Williams providing the clubMINI cruise briefing
From Lilydale, we headed up the Maroondah Highway, turning off towards Yarra Glen. It was a stunning morning, no wind and not a cloud in the sky. Preparing for a stunning Autumn Day. Although this was short lived, as we snaked our way through the hills, the fog rolled in.
The group then continued to Seymour via Yea and Broadford until we finally reached Seymour for meeting point no. 2
MINI's rolling into the carpark at Seymour
After lunch, the group continued home via the Black Spur at our own leisure.
Here's some smiles that encapsulate the feeling of clubMINI.
*Photos by Amanda Withey
Massive thank you to Peter Williams for another wonderful event. Stay tuned for our next adventure. And don't forget to keep an eye on the clubMINI Flickr page here for more pictorial coverage from this event.
Monday, 20 April 2015
April 19 2015 - Lilydale to Pancakes
Rain, hail, more rain... a bit of sunshine, more rain... and more rain... rain rain and some wind and rain. That pretty much sums up the April 19th run from a weather standpoint.
It takes more than some lousy weather to keep the clubMINI team down. Sure we had to take things a bit slower (like under the speed limit slower in some spots) but the roads were still great, the company was great and our MINIs are great regardless of the weather!
It all started at Lilydale McDonalds. From there we drove around the back of Lilydale and onto Beaconsfield via some really lovely twisty roads.
At Beaconsfield Upper having a short break
From Beaconsfield Upper the troupe continued onto the Pancake Parlour at Doncaster for refreshments where the cruise finished.
Another fantastic run organised by Peter Williams.
Photos courtesy of Momoe Photography.
It takes more than some lousy weather to keep the clubMINI team down. Sure we had to take things a bit slower (like under the speed limit slower in some spots) but the roads were still great, the company was great and our MINIs are great regardless of the weather!
It all started at Lilydale McDonalds. From there we drove around the back of Lilydale and onto Beaconsfield via some really lovely twisty roads.
From Beaconsfield Upper the troupe continued onto the Pancake Parlour at Doncaster for refreshments where the cruise finished.
Another fantastic run organised by Peter Williams.
Photos courtesy of Momoe Photography.
Wednesday, 1 April 2015
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