Locations for the BKV 2008??

Chesh740R · Jun 23rd, 2006, 01:56

I know next year's event is booked somewhere up north, but when it returns down south in 2008 i was wondering if perhaps SantaPod could be considered for a venue, or perhaps people could suggest some other venues.

I've been to plenty of other marques show's at santapod and its great having the extra entertainment of the 1/4 mile ( as long as its not raining), alongside the traditonal aspects like the show n shine and Auto Jumbles.

I feel having the 1/4mile facilites would bring out more members of other UK Volvo Forums, and could make the BKV a lot bigger than it is currently, and the club could gain a lot more members, it would also be advertised on Santapod's Calender advertising the show to an even bigger market.

A lot of the UK based Volvo Forums, do seem to enjoy tinkering with the performance aspect of there cars, plus each forum has there own band that likes to wash and polish there cars.

I have a nagging feeling though SantaPod might be too expensive, but then again i don't know how much the VOC pays to rent there venue of choice and all the other associated costs that go with it. Perhaps the Pod would work out the same due to them allready having all the facilities there.

I know the VOC do really well at not charging to visit the show, wether that could be achived with SantaPod i'm not sure.

BTW I am not affilated with SantaPod, i just happen to live 10miles from there and enjoy tinkering with the performance of my car and running it up the strip more than i do polishing the bodywork.

Allthough any abandonded Runway with room to set the timing equipment up plus a large field forthe BKV would work for me.

Grizlyadams · Jun 23rd, 2006, 02:09

Possibly the best idea, ive ever heard.
Griz

MissDMeanor · Jun 23rd, 2006, 02:12

And with use of the strip? Entertainment all day!

Jun 23rd, 2006, 06:05

that's a good idea, I'd never go near a 1/4 mile normally but if it was there anyway then why not?

Would also let the performance crowd show off their pride and joy, and make a nice noise into the bargain.

1stRaven · Jun 23rd, 2006, 08:05

Works for me!

Mike_Brace · Jun 23rd, 2006, 08:33

It would be great if this could be done - it would hopefully widen the appeal of the show. Let's hope the powers that be will at least look into the feasability and costs of this and let us know.

Mike

Grizlyadams · Jun 23rd, 2006, 11:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by MissDMeanor

And with use of the strip? Entertainment all day!

That sentence could be taken a million different ways julie

Griz

MissDMeanor · Jun 23rd, 2006, 12:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grizlyadams

That sentence could be taken a million different ways julie

Griz

Griz! Trust you to lower the tone!

Iain_M · Jun 23rd, 2006, 14:11

Great idea

I can't remember the exact cost, but the pod don't come cheap tho.

Chesh740R · Jun 25th, 2006, 00:17

As with other marque shows, the running up the strip costs would be born by the owners wishing to run up there, but at £15 for 3 Runs or All day as on a RWYB day that is acceptable.

The only worring cost might be if to enter the show an admission fee is charged.

As i recall GTI International the entry fee was £10, plus normal RWYB fees to go up the strip.

But after speaking to well known people in the VW scene, the VW show's are organised by people who do it strictly to make money. With the VOC not into that, hopefully no entry fee would be needed and SantaPod Could be a viable option.

Jun 23rd, 2006, 01:56	#1
Chesh740R Turbobricker Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 18:09 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Wellingborough	Locations for the BKV 2008?? I know next year's event is booked somewhere up north, but when it returns down south in 2008 i was wondering if perhaps SantaPod could be considered for a venue, or perhaps people could suggest some other venues. I've been to plenty of other marques show's at santapod and its great having the extra entertainment of the 1/4 mile ( as long as its not raining), alongside the traditonal aspects like the show n shine and Auto Jumbles. I feel having the 1/4mile facilites would bring out more members of other UK Volvo Forums, and could make the BKV a lot bigger than it is currently, and the club could gain a lot more members, it would also be advertised on Santapod's Calender advertising the show to an even bigger market. A lot of the UK based Volvo Forums, do seem to enjoy tinkering with the performance aspect of there cars, plus each forum has there own band that likes to wash and polish there cars. I have a nagging feeling though SantaPod might be too expensive, but then again i don't know how much the VOC pays to rent there venue of choice and all the other associated costs that go with it. Perhaps the Pod would work out the same due to them allready having all the facilities there. I know the VOC do really well at not charging to visit the show, wether that could be achived with SantaPod i'm not sure. BTW I am not affilated with SantaPod, i just happen to live 10miles from there and enjoy tinkering with the performance of my car and running it up the strip more than i do polishing the bodywork. Allthough any abandonded Runway with room to set the timing equipment up plus a large field forthe BKV would work for me.

Jun 23rd, 2006, 02:12	#3
MissDMeanor Corruption rules Last Online: Dec 23rd, 2011 08:05 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Select from list View Photos By: MissDMeanor	Good idea.... And with use of the strip? Entertainment all day! __________________ The Mouthy Blonde is back on the road....& still dangerous Corruption rules.

Jun 23rd, 2006, 08:05	#5
1stRaven Forum Support Team Last Online: Mar 14th, 2018 13:07 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lincoln View Photos By: 1stRaven	Works for me! __________________ *700R Website*

Jun 23rd, 2006, 08:33	#6
Mike_Brace Former contributor Last Online: Jul 2nd, 2022 07:54 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Rhosgoch, Anglesey	It would be great if this could be done - it would hopefully widen the appeal of the show. Let's hope the powers that be will at least look into the feasability and costs of this and let us know. Mike __________________ A Volvo is for life not just for Christmas!

Jun 23rd, 2006, 14:11	#9
Iain_M VOC Member Last Online: Nov 28th, 2023 09:22 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Berkshire	Great idea I can't remember the exact cost, but the pod don't come cheap tho. __________________ 88 744 B200E Auto 77 Bay window VW Camper

Jun 23rd, 2006, 02:09	#2
Grizlyadams RWD FTW!!! Last Online: Mar 19th, 2019 09:06 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Why should i have to tell you! View Photos By: Grizlyadams	Possibly the best idea, ive ever heard. Griz

Jun 23rd, 2006, 06:05	#4
general_joe Guest Location:	that's a good idea, I'd never go near a 1/4 mile normally but if it was there anyway then why not? Would also let the performance crowd show off their pride and joy, and make a nice noise into the bargain.

Jun 25th, 2006, 00:17	#10
Chesh740R Turbobricker Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 18:09 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Wellingborough	As with other marque shows, the running up the strip costs would be born by the owners wishing to run up there, but at £15 for 3 Runs or All day as on a RWYB day that is acceptable. The only worring cost might be if to enter the show an admission fee is charged. As i recall GTI International the entry fee was £10, plus normal RWYB fees to go up the strip. But after speaking to well known people in the VW scene, the VW show's are organised by people who do it strictly to make money. With the VOC not into that, hopefully no entry fee would be needed and SantaPod Could be a viable option. Last edited by Chesh740R; Jun 25th, 2006 at 00:23.

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