LM24 Our hosts for the '2011 10Tenths Le Mans Garage Visit' are.........AUDI!!! - Page 4

Down F0rce · 4 Jun 2011, 19:11 (Ref:2891179)

Duly noted! I shall arrive in plenty of time!

Félix · 4 Jun 2011, 19:34 (Ref:2891191)

Zut! I was away for a week in Spain and I miss THIS! I'd been checking regularly for weeks and was impatient to learn what team it was gonna be... Amazing opportunity, kudos for making it happen! Knowing that it's Audi Sport that I'm missing makes it even harder. I got a sunburn instead of an amazing pit visit!

This year is my only visit to Le Mans in the foreseeable future since it is 6000km away from where I normally live, so if it ever becomes possible to add a name to the list and make this week even more memorable, I would LOVE it if it was mine. I'm leaving tomorrow and this time I will make sure I check the forum daily to read the latest developments.

**skycafe** · 5 Jun 2011, 01:16 (Ref:2891276)

Having banned photographic equipment, I assume Audi also has a way to wipe anyone's photographic memory

In all seriousness, you luck bas***ds, enjoy! If anything is a commentary about Ten-Tenths Forum, it is that Audi jumped in to make the offer they did!

And to James, what do you do next year dude?

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 05:31 (Ref:2891305)

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Originally Posted by Félix

Zut! I was away for a week in Spain and I miss THIS! I'd been checking regularly for weeks and was impatient to learn what team it was gonna be... Amazing opportunity, kudos for making it happen! Knowing that it's Audi Sport that I'm missing makes it even harder. I got a sunburn instead of an amazing pit visit!

This year is my only visit to Le Mans in the foreseeable future since it is 6000km away from where I normally live, so if it ever becomes possible to add a name to the list and make this week even more memorable, I would LOVE it if it was mine. I'm leaving tomorrow and this time I will make sure I check the forum daily to read the latest developments.

Unfortunately, and as I'm sure you'll appreciate, I needed to put a 'squad' together as quickly as possible. This all happened at such short notice.

Send me your mobile number by PM. I have GTfour down as first reserve, in case anyone drops out due to something unforeseen. I will add you as my other reserve, ok?

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 05:41 (Ref:2891308)

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Originally Posted by GTfour

Darn! Forget to check this thread for two and a half days and look what happens! Well,in case anyone might drop out,I'll volunteer myself to humbly fill his or her spot if needed...

Excellent work Bentley03 ! I'm amazed you've been able to arange this.

You were the one person I couldn't believe was missing from my list!!!!!

If anyone drops out, of course you're in. I'm particularly concerned about Gilles lives!. He's not confirmed that he's seen the change in timings for his group. May be worth coming to the meeting point for Group 2 anyway (12:45 opposite the Audi garages).

I assume your mobile number hasn't changed? If it has, could you please PM the new one to me? Cheers mate!

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 05:57 (Ref:2891310)

Felix.......

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentley03

Unfortunately, and as I'm sure you'll appreciate, I needed to put a 'squad' together as quickly as possible. This all happened at such short notice.

Send me your mobile number by PM. I have GTfour down as first reserve, in case anyone drops out due to something unforeseen. I will add you as my other reserve, ok?

Felix, same as I've said to GTfour, come down to the meeting point on Friday.......send a PM to Simon (GT6) and I'm sure he'll give you his mobile number to call to help you find the group. It's unlikely we'll have anyone drop out, 2 people even more so, but you never know.

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 06:05 (Ref:2891311)

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Originally Posted by skycafe

And to James, what do you do next year dude?

Dude, next year I'm charging teams for the privilege of hosting us. The 2012 visit goes to the highest bidder!

Gilles lives! · 5 Jun 2011, 06:35 (Ref:2891317)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

You were the one person I couldn't believe was missing from my list!!!!!

If anyone drops out, of course you're in. I'm particularly concerned about Gilles lives!. He's not confirmed that he's seen the change in timings for his group. May be worth coming to the meeting point for Group 2 anyway (12:45 opposite the Audi garages).

I assume your mobile number hasn't changed? If it has, could you please PM the new one to me? Cheers mate!

Sorry James, I have been away racing karts with my son and we only returned late yesterday evening. I'm fine with the rescheduled time and am really excited by the opportunity that we have

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 06:47 (Ref:2891321)

Ok, I've pm'd and emailed Tim the Grey (I've also got his telephone number) so I reckon we're all sorted........phew!

Job done, I can now apply myself to the packing........or maybe I'll just go back to bed.

lemansfan · 5 Jun 2011, 07:09 (Ref:2891324)

James we will have a Drink , or 2 or more ???

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 09:29 (Ref:2891371)

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Originally Posted by lemansfan

James we will have a Drink , or 2 or more ???

Definitely Walter!

Enjoy scrutineering and I'll see you in a couple of days.

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 09:31 (Ref:2891374)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

Ok, I've pm'd and emailed Tim the Grey (I've also got his telephone number) so I reckon we're all sorted........phew!

Tim has just confirmed, so that's Group 2 100% nailed down for the earlier start.

GT6 · 5 Jun 2011, 09:37 (Ref:2891377)

good news James, enjoy your trip down see you in a few days

**Bentley03** · 5 Jun 2011, 10:08 (Ref:2891391)

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Originally Posted by GT6

good news James, enjoy your trip down see you in a few days

Yep, safe journey mate and I'll see you in a few days.

Back to the packing. Now, where did I put that umbrella...........

GTfour · 5 Jun 2011, 13:23 (Ref:2891470)

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Originally Posted by Bentley03

Dude, next year I'm charging teams for the privilege of hosting us. The 2012 visit goes to the highest bidder!

**Aysedasi** · 5 Jun 2011, 13:42 (Ref:2891479)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentley03

Yep, safe journey mate and I'll see you in a few days.

Back to the packing. Now, where did I put that umbrella...........

Watch it!!!

isynge · 5 Jun 2011, 16:59 (Ref:2891575)

I'm sure James meant a parasol to keep himself pale and interesting under the baking Sarthe sun.

Or is that me just being completely delusional and sticking head in sand in face of weather forecasts???

**Aysedasi** · 5 Jun 2011, 17:28 (Ref:2891590)

Stay delusional......

Tim the Grey · 5 Jun 2011, 20:43 (Ref:2891718)

Water on the brain can do that, you know?

**Aysedasi** · 5 Jun 2011, 20:50 (Ref:2891725)

No, I'm planning for heatstroke.......

**Bentley03** · 6 Jun 2011, 06:10 (Ref:2891894)

Ok, my final post on this thread before Ayse and I head off............

Please remember: THE USE OF CAMERAS (of any type, including camcorders and mobile phones) IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN IN THE GARAGES. There will be no opportunities for photographing/videoing (I have given my word that this rule will be adhered to). The team will provide a secure area where bags, rucksacks, cameras and mobile phones must be placed for the duration of the visit.

GROUP 1 - to meet me against the pit wall opposite the Audi garages at 12:15
Aysedasi
bernard b
batmobile
Mal
isynge
Dani Filth
Simmi
Kpy
tonypowe
TPowers_astonmartian

GROUP 2 - to meet GT6 against the pit wall opposite the Audi garages at 12:45
PascaLM
lemansfan
GT6
Elaviel
Nobster
Down FOrce
Tim the Grey
Truckosaurus
Gilles lives!
Coach Ep

PLEASE come prepared with questions for the guys at Audi. They have gone to considerable lengths to squeeze us into what will be a very busy Friday schedule for them. I pushed for a Q&A session at the end of each visit and they have very kindly agreed. Let's make the most of it!

AND LASTLY, this is very much a voyage into the unknown for Audi. Offering this kind of access to a group of fans is a totally unprecedented step for them. The success of these visits will determine whether or not Audi offer this type of opportunity to fans again in the future. So, no pressure guys, but on behalf of sportscar fans the world over, this must go well!

Safe journey everyone, and I'll look forward to seeing you all next Friday (or before)!

AndrewF31 · 6 Jun 2011, 20:55 (Ref:2892438)

Enjoy the visit guys and enjoy the week at Le Mans!
Amazing offer coming from Audi and amazing job organizing by James once again!

Tim the Grey · 6 Jun 2011, 23:08 (Ref:2892508)

Oh, bloody hell. I got handed a £30Mill portfolio in the New Year to be told it was now my baby.
Now this.
I go to LM to REALlllaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaxxx, dude.....

I intend to "Live in the Moment".

Oh, and find out WHAT those silver tubes to the gearbox actually DO.

And I really, really, REALLY, want to meet you lot! I never seem to manage it...

Tim the Grey · 6 Jun 2011, 23:10 (Ref:2892509)

P.S. Is it true they have Thunderbirds Camera Detection Technology?

ujoint · 6 Jun 2011, 23:45 (Ref:2892520)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bentley03

Ok, my final post on this thread before Ayse and I head off............

Please remember: THE USE OF CAMERAS (of any type, including camcorders and mobile phones) IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN IN THE GARAGES. There will be no opportunities for photographing/videoing (I have given my word that this rule will be adhered to). The team will provide a secure area where bags, rucksacks, cameras and mobile phones must be placed for the duration of the visit.

GROUP 1 - to meet me against the pit wall opposite the Audi garages at 12:15
Aysedasi
bernard b
batmobile
Mal
isynge
Dani Filth
Simmi
Kpy
tonypowe
TPowers_astonmartian

GROUP 2 - to meet GT6 against the pit wall opposite the Audi garages at 12:45
PascaLM
lemansfan
GT6
Elaviel
Nobster
Down FOrce
Tim the Grey
Truckosaurus
Gilles lives!
Coach Ep

PLEASE come prepared with questions for the guys at Audi. They have gone to considerable lengths to squeeze us into what will be a very busy Friday schedule for them. I pushed for a Q&A session at the end of each visit and they have very kindly agreed. Let's make the most of it!

AND LASTLY, this is very much a voyage into the unknown for Audi. Offering this kind of access to a group of fans is a totally unprecedented step for them. The success of these visits will determine whether or not Audi offer this type of opportunity to fans again in the future. So, no pressure guys, but on behalf of sportscar fans the world over, this must go well!

Safe journey everyone, and I'll look forward to seeing you all next Friday (or before)!

Every confidence in the world that this contingent from the 10ths will sucessfully represent the rest of us. You are one fortunate group of race fans. Looking forward to the report.

Mike

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