13th July - West Coast Rally - Eglinton Park, Irvine

[scoop_987]

West Coast Rally 2014
Eglinton Park, Irvine, KA12 8TA

13th July 2014​

About
Last year (2013) was our first year at West Coast Rally, in association with Autoscots and West Coast Jaguar, and was very much and very thoroughly enjoyed by everyone, which was also helped with the weather, from Fiat-Scotland (And all other clubs that had attended). The turnout was very large last year, with 210 vehicles (Including around 8 from Fiat-Scotland and Abarthisti) and although down on the previous year, there were more than 1500 visitors, which smashed the previous record. The live band was also a pretty good addition to the day. The reptile and bird sanctuary that came along also allowed younger visitors to enjoy the day. This year, fingers crossed for the same weather but stands, more vehicles, and more people.

Images
For 2013, please go here to view some pictures from last year.

This year, 2014
This year, we are hoping to get more people to attend with Fiat Scotland than what we had last year, be it with a Fiat or otherwise. I, personally, will be attending this years rally. Lets see if we can get more than the usual people coming along. I'm sure that Martyn will be bringing the Gazebo and Katie with the BBQ (Or maybe Katie with both?), so we will be doing the usual burgers, bacon and sausage rolls, along with cold drinks and various snacks, complimentary to all Fiat Scotland members.

Pricing
Show Cars:
£5 (Includes Passengers!)

Adults
£4

Concessions
£2

Under 16's
Free

Accommodation
There is a camping site part of Eglinton park. However, at present, I have no prices. According to this site, you will need to contact Frances Thomasson on 01294 551776 or email [email protected]. Other Accommodation includes the likes of Premier Inn, Kilmarnock or Holiday Inn Express, Kilmarnock. Prices available on their own websites.

Attendees

[Definite]
1) Lewis (Scoop987) (Fiat-Scotland/Abarthisti)
2) Martyn (Fiat-Scotland)
3) Harper (Fiat-Scotland)
4) mr bump (Fiat-Scotland)
5) Mr Pandy +1 (Fiat-Scotland)
6) Andi (Fiat-Scotland)
7) weejock1978 + 2 (Fiat-Scotland)
8) m5haw (Fiat-Scotland)
9) cliodejaniero (Fiat-Scotland/Fiat Forum)
10) rossjay (Fiat Forum)
11) Ckem246 (Fiat Forum)
12) ...

[Unsure]
1) msb89 (Fiat-Scotland)
2) onemanmade (Fiat-Scotland)
3) gengis (Fiat-Scotland)
4) ...


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So people, Who's in for this event. All details are subject to change and pricing and other details will be provided when they become available.

Other Details:

TRADERS:
Autoscots charge £50 per trader stand, but contact me if you have any questions regarding this

 

[M21MFS]

Attendees

[Definite]
1) Lewis (Scoop987)
2) Martyn
3) ...

[Not Sure]
1) ...

 

[lkc]

It really was a great show last year and I've already decided I'm there despite the fact I should be in Italy for work up until the 12th. I'm just going to insist I'm home in time to attend this

However I should add my car is not the tardis and the bbq certainly will not be in it unless we go down the disposables route

Attendees

[Definite]
1) Lewis (Scoop987)
2) Martyn
3) Harper
4) mr bump
5) mr pandy

[Not Sure]
1) msb (sincerely hope so, but only getting rota about 3 days in advance atm.. )

 

[mr bump]

Put my name down please cheers

 

[MR PANDY 3]

Can we camp up there.

 

[M21MFS]

Im not 100% sure but I think it may be possible.

 

[lkc]

Can we camp up there.

Im not 100% sure but I think it may be possible.

Not sure if we can camp for free like at cupar but there is a proper camp site attached to Eglinton Park. If all else fails there is the Travelodge 5-10 miles away that I stayed in last year

 

[MR PANDY 3]

Can u put my name down plz boss

 

[Andi9386]

Attendees

[Definite]
1) Lewis (Scoop987)
2) Martyn
3) Harper
4) mr bump
5) mr pandy

[Not Sure]
1) msb (sincerely hope so, but only getting rota about 3 days in advance atm..
2) Andi (will need to book the time off, be rude not to be there as it's near to me, will keep an eye out for road closures)

 

[Andi9386]

Attendees
[Definite]
1) Lewis (Scoop987)
2) Martyn
3) Harper
4) mr bump
5) Mr Pandy +1
6) Andi

[Not Sure]
1) msb89
2) ..

Got conformation yesterday from my Department Manager, so I'm up for it.
West Coast Rally last year was truly unforgettable. You got to see Ayrshire on a good day.

 

[M21MFS]

Last years show was brilliant, good to hear you can make it along Andy

 

[Andi9386]

Last years show was brilliant, good to hear you can make it along Andy

It would be rude not to go seen as it's so close to home for me.
It's times like this that I'm grateful I have a decent Department Manager.

 

[imported_onemanmade]

Hi there, I am new to this site, but have been on FiatForum for a couple of years now, (same username on there) and I am looking to attend this show in my classic Fiat Panda Parade if thats ok? I saw you guys there last year but I didnt get a chance to speak to any of you.

 

[lkc]

Hello and welcome over to FS. I suppose it's only fair you're here too since we invaded your Panda camp thread

It would be great to see you and your Panda at the show so yes, come along and be on our stand. It's been a couple of years since I've seen your Parade and I'm looking forward to seeing what you've done to it

 

[M21MFS]

Hi there, I am new to this site, but have been on FiatForum for a couple of years now, (same username on there) and I am looking to attend this show in my classic Fiat Panda Parade if thats ok? I saw you guys there last year but I didnt get a chance to speak to any of you.

The more the merrier. Its always ace when we have a few of the classic pandas on our stand!!

 

[imported_onemanmade]

Hello and welcome over to FS. I suppose it's only fair you're here too since we invaded your Panda camp thread

It would be great to see you and your Panda at the show so yes, come along and be on our stand. It's been a couple of years since I've seen your Parade and I'm looking forward to seeing what you've done to it

Quite Alright And I hope it doesn't dissapoint! It is very different than it used to be, I've reinstated the colour coded grille, blue and white coachlines and original wheels among many other things, so hope you like the look And I am really looking forward to Panda Camp, it ought to be really good fun

The more the merrier. Its always ace when we have a few of the classic pandas on our stand!!

Glad to oblige! Is it a pay on the day sort of thing?

 

[M21MFS]

Sure is - pay at the gate iirc!

 

[Andi9386]

onemanmade
Good to see another person from Ayrshire coming along for the show
The weather for the show last year was perfect, which as you know for Ayrshire is unusual

We'll most likely to be meeting up at Brewers Fayre Killie & then blast along the A71 & A78 providing the A71's open this year.

Are you likely to attend SICD at all?

 

[imported_onemanmade]

onemanmade
Good to see another person from Ayrshire coming along for the show
The weather for the show last year was perfect, which as you know for Ayrshire is unusual

We'll most likely to be meeting up at Brewers Fayre Killie & then blast along the A71 & A78 providing the A71's open this year.

Are you likely to attend SICD at all?

Hi Andy, cool though not sure I will be able to keep up with a blast along the road haha

No, I meant to last year but I wasn't happy with the condition of my car then, and don't have the time and money this year due to going to panda camp. I'm sure I will get at some point though

 

[Andi9386]

Hi Andy, cool though not sure I will be able to keep up with a blast along the road haha

No, I meant to last year but I wasn't happy with the condition of my car then, and don't have the time and money this year due to going to panda camp. I'm sure I will get at some point though

I can't exactly blast along in a 1.2 GP, so don't worry about keeping up, I didn't go to SICD last year due to having a holiday around that time & I'd had a spate of bad luck before hand, namely to do with a certain 2nd Hand Car Sales on the Heathfield Road, with the Alternators constantly blowing, with 1 blowing on the approach to the Asda Roundabout coming from Whitletts End, having to coast round that roundabout & the mini roundabout by B&Q with no engine.

But *hopefully* I'll make it to SICD this year.