Lancia Beta Forum

As a few of us discussed at Brooklands yesterday it seems there is an interest to build on last years event, see... http://www.betaboyz.myzen.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=587.0 (http://www.betaboyz.myzen.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=587.0) It is now May unbelievably, so just kicking things off for us onliners! Who's interested in backing it? What car will you be bringing? Suggested locations? (more centrally is the feedback from last year) and if you live around the area, what can be arranged, regarding a meet up point, drive/convoy and interest/events that can be done throughout the day.
I'm going to be busy this year with work and family commitments so would rather someone else take over the organising for this year if possible, as any spare time (and money) i'm going to put into my HPE this year, which should make it rather unique if it's not already, watch this space!
1. Marcus Robinson - Beta HPE Road legal track Car
2. Derek Robinson - Beta HPE 1600

1. Marcus Robinson - Beta HPE Road legal track Car
2. Derek Robinson - Beta HPE 1600
3. Theo Kyriacou - Trevi 2000 Automatic

Mark Wastnidge, car tba .

I have a busy year travelling (work wise) but depending on the date, count me in.  Will likely be in the red coupe as the blue one won't be ready.

a little late but here it is :D

Betameeta11
6th August
 
"After the success of last years event, Betaboyz have now organised Betameeta11 – ‘a summer get-together for Lancia Betas’, to which all other Lancia’s are welcome.
 
This year's event will be held on Saturday 6th August 2011 and be based in the North Wiltshire area.
Very handy for easy access to the M4, M5, M3, A303 etc.
 
The day will commence with meeting up for introductions and coffee at Bowood House, (SN11 0LZ, situated between Chippenham & Calne) at 10.00am. After this we will head off to historic Silbury Hill, just outside Avebury, where the treasure hunt will begin.

The treasure hunt itself will cover approx 10 miles, but there are sights to see en-route, pubs to stop at for lunch (we'll give you pub details at the beginning of the hunt), so the aim is for a pleasurable and leisurely 4-5 hours, taking in the superb scenery and driving roads of Wiltshire.
 
The day will conclude with a BBQ and prize giving at Andy Collins' place, just outside Yatton Keynell where there is plenty of parking space, and room to pitch tent for those of you would like to stay over.

There is no charge for the treasure hunt and coming along to the day, but for the evening event we would ask that you bring drink and something to cook on the BBQ. To cover the periferies (nibbles, breads, cheeses, salads, soft drinks, loo hire etc) will be a charge of just £10.00 per person.
 
Although it is not imperative to book, knowing approximate numbers in advance is always useful!
 
Please contact Amanda Dodge (01823 461472) or email Tony Harrison: t_harrison3 at sky dot com  for further details and to confirm your attendance.
 
We all look forward to seeing you on 6th August.
 
Regards
 
Tony, Amanda and Andy

Sounds brill :), whatever state its in, the car will be there ;)

Sounds good. All being well will travel up for the day from plymouth in the spider. Last years meet was a good do, despite dodgy weather to start, so looking forward and hope its a good turn out.

Hi All

I would be really interested in coming for the day, but as the Spider will not be ready this year and it is a fair way from North Notts/Lincs border where I live, anyone fancy a car share/lift (can meet up at suitable location)? Happy to contribute to petrol/share driving etc!

Thanks

Peter

looking forward to this year's betameet. i have not been out much this year so with the LMC AGM the
week before i hope to catch up with some of you betaboyz.  is there a list of those intending to attend?
jon

Guys

Even my wife is looking forward to this one!! I will be in the (Beta) Montecarlo as the FI Volumetrico Beta Spyder is not quite finished!!

Cheers

Eric

Hi Jon

I'll catch up with Amanda this weekend to get a upto date list
managed to get it in this months LMC Viva Lancia, cross fingers we should have a good turn out

x fingers we can find cake  :)

Updated list ;D

1. Marcus Robinson       Road/Track HPE
2. Derek Robinson         HPE
3. Theo Kyriacou           Trevie
4.Mark Wastnidge         S3 Saloon
5. Miles                        Spider
6. Tony Harrison           Prisma/passenger Gamma?
7.  Andy Colins             Gamma Berlina
8.  Amanda/Steve Dodge VX Coupe/Spider
9.  Jon Gillingham        Coupe
10. Eric Weston            Monte
11. John Bower            Coupe
12. Matt no VAT           Coupe
13. peteracs car share? (anyone coming from Notts/Lincs border please contact Peter)

We will also be plugging the event at next weekends LMC AGM
anyone else?

Folks

Cheeky request time could one of you bring a Coupe/ Spider rear hub unit in working order I can use for prototyping a coil over kit for Beta Coupe/Spider please. Beer tokens in exchange.

Thanks

Eric

Sorry guys. Unfortunately the Trevi and I won't be able to join you for this one  :'(

1. Marcus Robinson       Road/Track HPE
2. Derek Robinson         HPE
3. Theo Kyriacou           Trevi
4. Mark Wastnidge         S3 Saloon
5. Miles                        Spider
6. Tony Harrison           Prisma/passenger Gamma?
7.  Andy Colins             Gamma Berlina
8.  Amanda/Steve Dodge VX Coupe/Spider
9.  Jon Gillingham        Coupe
10. Eric Weston            Monte
11. John Bower            Coupe
12. Matt no VAT           Coupe
13. peteracs car share? (anyone coming from Notts/Lincs border please contact Peter)

Hi all
        will be goin west for second week in a row. Lost that sheet from agm with details on will bring some food and make for postcode although car should autopilot from Essex .

Hi Mark, thats good news  :D details are repeated on page one
sorry you can't make it Theo :(

updated list:

1. Marcus Robinson       Road/Track HPE
2. Derek Robinson         HPE
3. Mark Wastnidge        S3 Saloon
4. Miles                        Spider
5. Tony Harrison           Prisma/passenger Gamma?
6.  Andy Colins             Gamma Berlina
7.  Amanda/Steve Dodge VX Coupe/Spider
8.  Jon Gillingham        Coupe
9. Eric Weston             Monte
10. John Bower            Coupe
11. Matt no VAT           Coupe
12. peteracs car share? (anyone coming from Notts/Lincs border please contact Peter)
13. Marcus Harrison     Gamma Coupe
14. Mike                      Fiat Uno
15. Mark Goldsmith      Coupe

Hi All

Eventually suss out how to put up my first post!
Thrilled so many are coming on Saturday considering last weekend was the AGM.
If everybody heads to Bowood House SN11 0LZ for 10.00am there will be a cordoned off area
for the Lancias.I will hand out all details and info for the rest of the day then.

Looking forward to seeing you all.

regards

Amanda  ;D

Due to work related events I will be unable to attend BetaMeeta 2011  :'(

I had the car polished, fuelled up and running sweetly only for the stock markets to go mental, which makes my senior management want to know our systems are capable of handling the volume.

Would just like to thank Amanda and Steve again for organising a great day out for us Beta owners. Following on from last year I think this is (hopefully) going to keep moving forward over the years and become an annual event.
Was great to get together various versions of the Beta range, modified and not with the odd gamma, delta, monte and fiat chucked in for good measure. Thanks also go to Andy for providing entertainment and the BBQ, where cake wasn't available luckily! Roll on next year for the 40th.  ;D
My dads pics of the day :- http://www.flickr.com/photos/lanciamad/sets/72157627376722424/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/lanciamad/sets/72157627376722424/)

Amanda Steve and Andy

We would just like to thank you for an outstanding day of fun and Lancia's. Laura had a great time which is not easy to do with cars involved. Andy was a fantastic host with an amazing display of Lancias, Fiats and great people.

Well done roll on the next one.

Eric & Laura   

thankyou to Amanda,Steve,Tony and Andy.the effort to organise the treasure hunt and bbq much appreciated by all of us .some great scenery and roads - we even managed to squeeze in a bit of Wiltshire White Horse spotting.  hope to see you all next year
Jon & Marilyn

Hi just to say thanks to those of you responsible for the beta meeta namely Steve, Amanda,Tony  and last but not least Andy for rounding off the day with good food and nice surroundings  for get together.
          Didnt know what to expect from the day but really enjoyed the relaxed drive around the countryside   great views made a plesant change from flat essex.
                                                                       cheers Mark

Thank you to everyone that made BetaMeeta11, it was great day/evening
Fantastic turnout off cars for the treasure hunt, and even more for the BBQ

This day would not have happened without Amanda and Steve Dodge and also  Andy for the as always excellent hospitality  :D :D

Here are some of my photos from the day
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tonysphotos/sets/72157627253719601/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tonysphotos/sets/72157627253719601/)

We will soon be planning for next years event, it's Beta 40th and also believe it or not BetaBoyz will celebrate it's 10 anniversary  ::)

cheers
Tony
 

Hi,

Thank you to everyone who attended the Beta Meet and made it such a great day. Congratulations to Jon and Marilyn on being drawn first from the hat for the the Treasure Hunt prize.

My personal thanks to Andy for the use of his home for the BBQ and Tony for his help all weekend, and the excellent pictures on Flicker. (Time to start advertising for weddings)!
Also, my special thanks to Connie for all her help in the evening and to Marcus for polishing 5 cars!! ;D

Please keep posting your ideas for next year.

Many thanks again.

Amanda and Steve ;D