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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to The Minion in Simply Japanese Beaulieu 2020   
    Hi Mark, I'd be interested in the ticket. I think Beaulieu are waiting for Boris's new guidelines today as to what they will be able to open, Museum etc.
    There will be no Club stands and cars will have to go in together and, hopefully, should be able to park together!
    Kevin
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in 2021 GT86 and BRZ   
    Yep, none of this has any evidence to support it is what will happen, but it is the most plausible I've seen. Until Toyota say something we shall have to wait and see. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in Directors wanted!   
    @GravelRash it does require a bit of time. Not necessarily loads, but when it needs input, you have to do it. At the moment it's fairly quiet as not much is happening. But normally there's stuff around events to coordinate and certainly the big shows take a bit more input. It's loads easier nowadays as everything is done online with ticket purchasing for the most part. It's more the events where you have to post out tickets that are time intensive. Thankfully that is pretty much a thing of the past! 
    What I do: 
    Sort out PM's I get from members, most are advice queries, I expect that's fairly specific to me. 
    Deal with traders. 
    Deal with issues with members' behaviour. This can be a massive pain if people go on and you are struggling to find a resolution. It's not so bad on the forum, but seems to be more of an issue on the Facebook page. 
    Deal with complaints. Kill me now, I hate this and again seems to be more of a thing with the Facebook page than the forum. I'll still do that though as erm love it so much. 😫
    We really need someone to take on the merchandise side of things. It is fairly well automated these days too. 
    I think also when it comes to the accounts, taking care of the Paypal account is another thing. 
    I think as a director I've played to my strengths and avoided some of the things I don't enjoy or I'm not good at. Keith and Rob had dealt with the money side of things. Rob also did the events wholly, though I've taken over the big ones and we do have some excellent event organisers in place that do the shows and trackdays.  I've always been more visible and out there, dealing with the social aspects, social media and relations and all that. Well, I am a social worker! 🤣
    But really it's a matter of applying your skills and for us to get the best out of you. There is also the option of expanding the committee to do more of the daily running of the club. This hasn't really worked though, so I'm minded to just keep that going with the directors. Keith is still busy sorting out payments and the like that need doing and running Paypal. Rob is still doing merchandise and banking stuff which is not ideal as whilst he's always been fab at popping up when he needs to, I'm sure you can understand he's got a lot going on at the moment and sold his car years ago. Alec is a director in name only and has no involvement at all anymore. 
    So really we need new blood, passion and enthusiasm to move the club forward. Also someone that attends events and is visible and approachable to club members, whilst keeping the members best intrests is key. And don't worry I'm a director of two clubs and have done such things since 2004, so have plenty of experience to pass on.
     
     
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from Lauren in Directors wanted!   
    I hope some longterm members come forward and volunteer in taking this club forward with Lauren.

    Speaking from experience as a member in their second term on the Committee for the RX-8OC, it can be very rewarding seeing the results that you help implement into the club take effect.



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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in Directors wanted!   
    Dear all, 
    As many will know, Rob, Keith, Alec and I setup this club back in April 2013. Many years have passed and we now find ourself in the situaiton where we would like to put out to find replacement directors. 
    Alec has been lost to Elite Extreme, Rob sold his car years ago and Keith is finding himself far less involved with the club than he used to. I as many know have a new car on order, a GR Yaris, but I am happy to stay on as I have so many friends I've made through the club and am still around for day to day running of the club. I also want to ensure continuity. 
    What does being a director involve? 
    We are directors of a not for profit limited company. This means that as a director you have limited liability in the unlikely event that some disgruntled person decides to sue the club, it means they cannot sue you directly. Important for your own protection, unfortunately. 
    I want to see new directors, for which there are three available position, take the club forward. We have a new GT86 to look forward to next year and it's fair to say that the club has grown very well and we are well established in the show and motorsport scene. 
    It will mean that a director (though you can delegate to committee members) will need to take care of the club accounts and paypal accounts and we will also need someone to cover the club clothing side and the like. Further work is needed with affiliates to ensure they pay their dues as we rely on trader fees and membership to pay for the running of the club. 
    I welcome any questions and I would say it's very rewarding sometimes. I am also very proud of what we have achieved in the last seven years and I'd love to see it continue.
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in Long term lurker and saver   
    That is a lot of parts. I'm not sure the Subaru mirror if it is a BRZ one is auto dimming and the frameless Toyota one is much nicer looking.
    Please take this with a pinch of salt but given these cars are so rare, I'd love to see one that is just as it came out of the factory. No additional bits, only the TRD bits that it comes with, as it already comes with the TRD seats and steering wheel and all that. Adding things like an armrest when the stitching colour won't match may look out of place. 
    I'm just fascinated to see a rare car as it is without any other additions. I would just add rear fog for the MOT then remove it afterwards, used to do this with my old AE86 to keep it more authentic. I love to check out all the specification differences and not muddy it with owner added extras. This car has a lot already after all. Obviously your car when you get and your choice of course. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in Coilovers for Street car   
    Also don't forget with TEINS you can have the benefit of EDFC Active-Pro. Even better. I've had mine on for about 100K miles. They were serviced two years ago when they'd done 50K miles. No issues at all with the dampers, only thing was I needed a new top mount as the thread had pulled on it. The EDFC has been faultless in 100K miles too. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in A Flash On The Dash!   
    It's the immobiliser. It's always done it. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to SimonG68 in Takona @ Fuel Coffee House 08/03/2020   
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Looks like the new Yaris (all of them) will have a HUD: 

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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Yeah, it is an interesting thing where people move onto. For me whilst I am excited about what the new GT86 may bring, I've had my car for seven years, been to the moon and halfway back and done everything I can with the car. I've not made any changes to it in two and a half years now. I think I'm ready to try something different. First turbo, first 4WD, but the absolute appeal is being able to own a proper homologation special and that is ticking a big box for me. So much so, that I just couldn't resist! 
    Cars like these will not exist in the not to distant future and it' got a manual gearbox. Got to make the most of it while you can I think. Also ticking another box is ordering a car that hasn't even made production yet, super excited to follow the build up which is going to be a long one. Can't wait to see how it all unfolds.  
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    I made an initial deposit yesterday of £500 in an effort to get an early build slot when things start happenning.
    Went for Pure White with  Circuit Pack. No other other options at present. That may change, we shall see. There will be a UK unveil at Goodwood FOS in July, with dealer demos in October. Delivery is January 2021, but it could move forward to November. Really excited!
    Got a brochure as well! 🤣


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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Thank you. Exciting day today. Going to go for the 'pure white' rather than pearlescent. I know pearlescent will match my car, but pure white or 'championship white' is more in keeping with the rally ethos. it's also the no cost colour option. 😆
    I will still be around, don't worry.
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    I couldn't see the HUD when I drove the Supra. 🤣
    But, on the Yaris dash you can flip it through the menus to have a digital speed on the central display I think. I admit, I've got used to digital speedos now. It would have been nice if the whole dash was a configurable screen as pretty much all upmarket cars have these days. Guess that's the downside of it being based on a lower model. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Would be a shame to get rid of the car after all this time and seeing you and I are the highest mileage owners in the UK from 1st owner of our respective cars

    I am aiming for 200k.....lol
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Would be a shame to get rid of the car after all this time and seeing you and I are the highest mileage owners in the UK from 1st owner of our respective cars

    I am aiming for 200k.....lol
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    Mark is going to buy it off me at a bargain price. At least that’s the plan. 
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to nerdstrike in GR Yaris who's going for it?   
    They'd better be doing something about the driving position. The previous gen yaris has you up high and with a horrid pedal position. Reminds me of driving a van.
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to gavin_t in Recall issued on cars to have valve springs replaced 2012-2013   
    Probably. Don't think I have done 20k in the 4 and a bit years I have owned it 😂
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to Lauren in Recall issued on cars to have valve springs replaced 2012-2013   
    I've covered over 20,000 miles and won a sprint championship. Do  I win? 😂
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to gavin_t in Recall issued on cars to have valve springs replaced 2012-2013   
    Alright Nigel there is always one 😂
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from gavin_t in Recall issued on cars to have valve springs replaced 2012-2013   
    I have now covered well over 2,000 miles with no issues plus 2 trackdays
     
     
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from BRZ-123 in Mx5 to blue edition - Dorset   
    I carry a Full Size Spare Wheel in the boot and bought the Floor Cover from Australia that replaces the Standard Carpeted one
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    Test Drives Unlimited got a reaction from BRZ-123 in Mx5 to blue edition - Dorset   
    I carry a Full Size Spare Wheel in the boot and bought the Floor Cover from Australia that replaces the Standard Carpeted one
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    Test Drives Unlimited reacted to nerdstrike in Buy now or wait?   
    According to this graph: https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/vehicle/toyota_gt86_pro_d-4s , the number of GT86 pro's potentially available after 3-year PCP/lease type deals will at most be 200 (but it will be much less). If you waited another year, it would be a similar number. Given the number of Toyota dealers in the UK, it'll be 1 car or less per dealer, ignoring colour and spec. You'll really struggle to find the right car that way! You might see some more Blue Editions if you waited until late 2020.
    The GT86 is a low volume car now that the initial sales are over.
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