Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
From: tom savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ...unfortunately, my grandmother will have my head on a platter if I don't go to Kansas City this weekend instead. Next time, Vince. Sounds like a good time. Tom, 123 uber alles Right on, I'm hoping it will run well. We keep floating between 9 and 10. It's good enough, this year's date turned out to be bad for several, despite how hard I tried to coordinate with people's plans. We had a few "out-of-state" folks thinking about it, but... There will be some good photos to entice folks next year on the website eventually. Hope to see you next year! (There may be the "hard" rally in the fall ;) Vince www.club123d.org _ Is your PC infected? Get a FREE online computer virus scan from McAfee® Security. http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
George Gregory wrote: Most clubs and organizations of this type try to get as many participants as possible INCLUDED which is the opposite of your policy of EXCLUDING. You just haven't been the same since you went Hollywood and forsook your diesel, George. :) Fortunately some us are still keeping it real (and have no other friends) and would seek to include you as navigator on said rally. But unfortunately, my grandmother will have my head on a platter if I don't go to Kansas City this weekend instead. Next time, Vince. Sounds like a good time. Tom, 123 uber alles
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
actually, I think that might be the case. Luther Gulseth wrote: does the elevator even leave the basement? -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
does the elevator even leave the basement? On Sun, 14 May 2006 11:27:16 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Pay no attention to Derail, for his elevator doesnt quite reach the top. George Gregory wrote: Your reply level is low because you restrict events/membership to 123 cars. Many enthusiasts, who have owned 123 cars in the past but have moved on to newer cars, and still have a passion and knowledge for the 123, are excluded. Most clubs and organizations of this type try to get as many participants as possible INCLUDED which is the opposite of your policy of EXCLUDING. ___ GG St. Louis - Cincinnati 1997 SL500 http://homepage.mac.com/deneals/SL500.htm -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (231,xxx kmi) '82 300CD (159,xxx kmi) '82 300D (74,000 kmi) needs MAJOR work
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
Pay no attention to Derail, for his elevator doesnt quite reach the top. George Gregory wrote: Your reply level is low because you restrict events/membership to 123 cars. Many enthusiasts, who have owned 123 cars in the past but have moved on to newer cars, and still have a passion and knowledge for the 123, are excluded. Most clubs and organizations of this type try to get as many participants as possible INCLUDED which is the opposite of your policy of EXCLUDING. ___ GG St. Louis - Cincinnati 1997 SL500 http://homepage.mac.com/deneals/SL500.htm -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
Spring, summer, late winter - we've got it all here in SE Minnesota. One thing I've learned about this area is that there is no "average" temperature, or condition. We've been uncomfortably hot over a month ago, and now we're into the mid 30s at night, and 40s for a high. Small rant on the crazy weather around here, I guess. Brian 83 240D On 5/13/06, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It's spring somewhere? I forget that, it's like 85F here today in lovely Houston Texas -- a bit cooler than last week. --R ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
It's spring somewhere? I forget that, it's like 85F here today in lovely Houston Texas -- a bit cooler than last week. --R
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
Thanks for your comments. The issues are a little seperate, however. The fact only a maybe a dozen or so come to these events as they are restricted to the one model, is indeed currently quaint charm. That's fine. If it grows into the national W123 attraction of my dreams, it'll be fun to watch it gain acceptance over the coming decades. I really don't mean to come off complaining about the return rate, but understand those are of only W123 owners who specifically requested the memebership info. Based on the positive correspondance, I thought it might be closer to 25%. Consideration is of course given that it is a free-per-simple-request promotion giveaway and not everyone will respond further. The feed back recieved has been very positive, if limited. Perhaps the literature is not extensive enough or too intense for folks based on their taste, I usually don't hear that, perhaps out of courtesy which I can respect, but a little criticism is good. Often I have it worked out and can explain why I do something a certain way. Regardless I will continue to build and enhance the membership however I am able to make it more attractive. One should WANT to join a club, or better yet, "not miss out on it"It's a recreational back burner issue I understand. Some join years later, it'll be fine. The point of my Club is supreme enhancement of the model for the benefit of the owner. There is no way I would want to compete against the other solidly founded MB club instituions. I participate in some of those too. My tiny sect is merely a special haven for my obsession. The extreme focus gives me pleasure and I believe will allow me to encompass the car completely. With all the details I want to know about one type of car, learning much about other cars cannot be afforded. Vince Club 123D President http://www.club123d.org If you recieved this e-mail in error or would like stop recieving e-mails from this address, please reply to this message saying so, and you will be removed from our address book. From: "George Gregory" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally" Date: Sat, 13 May 2006 09:36:10 -0500 Your reply level is low because you restrict events/membership to 123 cars. Many enthusiasts, who have owned 123 cars in the past but have moved on to newer cars, and still have a passion and knowledge for the 123, are excluded. Most clubs and organizations of this type try to get as many participants as possible INCLUDED which is the opposite of your policy of EXCLUDING. ___ GG St. Louis - Cincinnati 1997 SL500 http://homepage.mac.com/deneals/SL500.htm -Original Message- From: V Layton Sent: Saturday, May 13, 2006 9:11 AM Hello folks The last membership promotion I mentioned was rather anti-climatic, about 5% return. I did get some requests from members of this list though, so thank you very much all who asked for info. Vince Club 123D President http://www.club123d.org ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
Re: [MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
Your reply level is low because you restrict events/membership to 123 cars. Many enthusiasts, who have owned 123 cars in the past but have moved on to newer cars, and still have a passion and knowledge for the 123, are excluded. Most clubs and organizations of this type try to get as many participants as possible INCLUDED which is the opposite of your policy of EXCLUDING. ___ GG St. Louis - Cincinnati 1997 SL500 http://homepage.mac.com/deneals/SL500.htm -Original Message- From: V Layton Sent: Saturday, May 13, 2006 9:11 AM Hello folks The last membership promotion I mentioned was rather anti-climatic, about 5% return. I did get some requests from members of this list though, so thank you very much all who asked for info. Vince Club 123D President http://www.club123d.org
[MBZ] Shamless plug for Club 123D spring "rally"
Hello folks I thought I'd mention (in case you hadn't heard) that Club 123D's 3rd annual Spring driving event is coming up Sunday May 21st. I'm sorry for the short notice, but thought some of you might like to know. Spring has sprung here and I'm pretty much booked for repairs until the last week in May. I spend my "evening recreation" updating the website and corresponding. Club membership registries are up to 59 nationwide, which is pretty good I think. The last membership promotion I mentioned was rather anti-climatic, about 5% return. I did get some requests from members of this list though, so thank you very much all who asked for info. BACK TO THE EVENT It's a rather mellow, 120 mile non-racing event that isn't any real special challenge, just a formal excuse to drive your W123 with other W123 folks. There are competative scoring factors. It is all within a 100-mile radius of St. Louis and only about 10 hours long, from the provided continental breakfast to the paticipant-funded dinner (under $20-$25 per entree) So far 10 are registered, ALL w123s of course. The 3rd time for this young autoclub tradition, I'm pleased it continues and grows. You do not have to be Club 123D member to participate. (But you might as well be) If Sunday is a problem, next year it will be Saturday. (I have been tring to alternate them) See the Events at www.club123d.org for information and photos of the past two events as well as plenty of information on the details of this year's event. So W123 owners, there is a formally coordinated W123 drving activity in St. Louis (or two) and you are invited! You can also e-mail me personally if you have any questions. Thank you very much for reading Vince Club 123D President http://www.club123d.org If you recieved this e-mail in error or would like stop recieving e-mails from this address, please reply to this message saying so, and you will be removed from our address book. _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
