Had yet another amazing F1 moment last night...

[Peloton25]

I need to get to sleep and so I can't tell the entire story, but here's a photo for now to kick this off and allow you to form some conclusions.



OMG!

>8^)
ER

[McAlice]

Is it the book which Ron sends to the customers of delayed MP4-12Cs? I'm not sure if feel the same excitement having your money on hold and no car delivered in time)

[Le Man]

My guess, an F1 owner delivered the book in person?...(Jay Leno perhaps )

Thats why you are all

If you were so lucky, did you get to drive it? if so

[Peloton25]

That is the ever elusive boxed set of "McLaren: The Cars" and "McLaren: The Wins" which I purchased with my own money recently through Coterie Press. I had to contact the publisher to get it as while there are several retailers who seem to be offering it, none of them have any stock to sell.

Last night I attended the Grand Opening Party for McLaren Beverly Hills and Ron Dennis was in attendance. I was introduced to him by the Marketing Manager for McLaren North America and while there was no chance of having a proper chat given the tremendous number of people there, and the overwhelming noise, we did exchange some nice words and Ron was kind enough to sign the book for me.

Also had brief but enjoyable conversations with the two other McLaren F1 owners in the room - Tom Price and Jay Leno. All in all it was a spectacular evening - McLaren really know how to throw a party. The place was packed with people and I hope their efforts have translated into longer wait lists with the 12C and more brand awareness for McLaren in North America.

Ron did apologize for the cars being late - did not blame their supplier difficulties which he could have rightfully done - but rather took the blame himself. I am not sure if he was not his usual self given the venue but he appeared to be having fun, was passionate when he spoke of the history of the company and even snuck in a couple of jokes. He suggested that the future is bright for McLaren with several new products on the horizon and I am very much looking forward to that.

I'll expand on some of this later on, but "Wow!" was definitely the word of the day for me yesterday.

>8^)
ER

[LMMike]

Any pictures of the event?

[Peloton25]

I will have some later on.

>8^)
ER

[McAlice]

We're happy for you here! Truth'd be told. Nobody like it. 800 million pounds already buried in new facilities. Huge current expences. Unfavourable currency rate. Economical and financial recession is still around. The 12C and next hyper car are similar to what's available on the market, and McLaren is not the leader on the market. 12C could happen to be the last McLaren. And, it's a shame, there will never be another F1. And Gordon is not the same and in different place.

[Peloton25]

Originally Posted by McAlice

We're happy for you here! Truth'd be told. Nobody like it. 800 million pounds already buried in new facilities. Huge current expences. Unfavourable currency rate. Economical and financial recession is still around. The 12C and next hyper car are similar to what's available on the market, and McLaren is not the leader on the market. 12C could happen to be the last McLaren. And, it's a shame, there will never be another F1. And Gordon is not the same and in different place.

You know Mr McAlice, I have been kind to allow your continued participation here given that you are a previously banned user, but if you prove yet again to only be here to spread your negativity that will be short lived.

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ER

[hurstg01]

Did he remember me?

Glad you got the chat, albeit not to the length you wanted [something akin to the GM chat of a few years ago?....], and to meet Jay [did HE remember me? ] and Tom Price [he probably wouldn't know me.. ] must have been awesome

I'm glad [mostly] you and [to a, lesser extent, but still important] our contributions here [and on other forums] seem to be opening some doors for you

[cabrio92]

I love that Erik ! Speak to Ron Dennis, impressive !

He invited you att he anniversary ?

[Peloton25]

No - he did not unfortunately.

Tom Price mentioned that he wanted to attend with his F1 but he is already committed to the GTO Rally and one other event which are right in the same window of time. I guess if I had really been thinking I could have offered to take his car for him.

>8^)
ER


P.S.: Greg - no one seemed to remember you - sorry.

[hurstg01]

Originally Posted by Peloton25

P.S.: Greg - no one seemed to remember you - sorry.

They are quite old nowadays, perhaps they hadn't taken their meds

[countachal]

Originally Posted by Peloton25

Tom Price mentioned that he wanted to attend with his F1 but he is already committed to the GTO Rally and one other event which are right in the same window of time.

Love that, what a tough life it must be 'drat i cant take my Mclaren F1 out as it clashes with my GTO rally'. Ahh I feel for him.

[cabrio92]

Hmm,

GTO and F1 rallies are not at the same date at all, I don't understand the problem except the lack of time.

[Peloton25]

Yes - definitely a first world, 1%'er problem.

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ER