Homecoming 2004

[weaver]

Well we have decided to have a home coming event this year and are in the process of planning the event at this time. The dates are May 14th and 15th and will start with an all day open house at the factory on Friday with a catered dinner that night at a local park, there will be an entry fee of $25.00 which includes one t shirt, 2 dinners and a dash plaque. We are planning a cruise for Saturday and should have the details worked out in a few days. If you plan on attending this event please email me and let me know, we will post an entry form on this site and our company site as soon as we have all the details worked out. I'm looking foward to seeing our customers and their cars and hoping we have a big turn out. If you have any questions or comments email me and I will get back to you.

Thanks Alan

[eliminator]

What is the entry fee for??? Car show Maybe?
Sounds good, I am looking forward to it. Hope to meet all the Forum members and put a face with the name. Alan you have e-mail.

Eliminator

[clayfoushee]

Alan, that's great I'll be there.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[weaver]

I talked to some area hotels and got some rates for the event, Motel 6 which is a nice hotel located next door to The Top of the River resturant is $36.99 for Thursday night and $45.99 for Fri and Sat night, Hampton Inn is $65.00 a night, we have rooms blocked at both hotels but you have to mention our event to get these prices. For those of you who get into town on Thursday we will meet for dinner at Top O the River around 6:00, we will also meet somewhere for dinner Sat night after the cruise. Remember to tell the hotels you are coming to Uniques open house to get a special rate.

Alan

[clayfoushee]

Alan, can (or will) both of those hotels accommodate car haulers?

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

Clay,
Hampton Inn can accomodate trailers, they have a big lot adjacent to the Motel:D. Phone # 256-5462337

Eliminator

[clayfoushee]

Elim...is that the Hampton Inn Alan mentioned or did you mean Hamilton? And thanks.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

Clay,

I fixed it, my error.

Eliminator

[weaver]

Both hotels have an area to park trailers.

Alan

[brfutbrian]

alan, im there. cant wait. for you who cant decide which place to stay at, the hampton inn is really nice, and worth the extra bucks. the only thing left is to see if i can break my 19 hour record for trailering my car from connecticut. later, brian

[Poorboy]

The Motel 6 is right next door to Top O The River restaurant. The parking lot is easier to get in n out of.

Poorboy

[clayfoushee]

Alan, I just booked at the Motel 6 based upon Poorboy's recommendation. The clerk I talked to had no info. on rooms block for the event or a special rate...just FYI. However, the rate they quoted me was less than the one they gave you ($31.99).... ;-}

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Tony Radford]

Sounds fun. I'll have a chance to show off the new trailer product and see the birth place of my red head.

427SC, Torch Red / white stripes
427 Windsor Stroker from Southern Automotive
Delicious example of Beauty + Power.

[Brent]

GREAT!!!!!

I'm in for Thur, Fri, and Sat. a.m. (damn wedding)
My wife can't make it so the cheaper hotel works for me. (equals a case of Mobile 1)

Eliminator and Tony,
Red heads are more fun :-)

[weaver]

The phone number at the Motel 6 is 256-543-1107

Alan

[Eric Miller]

I will be there.I'm glad we are having this Homecoming.I can remember all the cars I've seen there when I could only dream of having one of them.

Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Eric :)

[weaver]

This is for people who have purchased used cars, if you plan on attending this years event please email your name and address so we can send you an entry form, I have some of you on file but not everyone. We have decided to add a show on Friday, we will give awards for best 427, 289 and a peoples choice award, everyone participating in the event will vote for their favorite in each class.

Alan

[Brent]

How could anyone pick a winner out of these cars?? Everyones car I have seen is absolutely beautiful. I can't wait until May )-:

Brent

[weaver]

That is why we are letting the people vote and not us. This is the first time we have had a show during the open house because it is so hard to pick a winner.

Alan

[Tony Radford]

Alan, I did't see a category for "shiniest motor".

427SC, Torch Red / white stripes
427 Windsor Stroker from Southern Automotive
Delicious example of Beauty + Power.

[bittentoo]

Or "Brightest Color";)

The family and I are in, so Alan, send me the info!

Question, where is the Hampton Inn in relation to the Motel 6?

[Poorboy]

It is on the same road and on the same side just north of 759 right across from the mall. Maybe 3/4-1 mile from Motel 6.

Poorboy

[eliminator]

Received my registration form from Unique and I have booked my room at the Hampton Inn. Ready to go, especially after getting stranded in Indianapolis Sunday because of the snow and ice. We had major ice just north of Louisville and in Louisville finally got home today. The sun came out this PM and it got to 53 degrees, most of the ice is gone. Only 55 days until Spring!!! Those of you that will be there Thursday night it's Top Of The River for some great food, especially the Catfish and Hush Puppies.

Eliminator

[bittentoo]

For those that can make the Top of the River on Thursday, the 1/2# of catfish is great! Highly recommended by the Weavers and now me[^]

I haven't decided yet as to where we will stay. The Motel 6 was nice and clean with a good bed. But there are no extras, bring your own soap and shampoo. I do have a question as to trailer parking at the Motel 6. My room faced the Top of the River and I had to use up 6 or 7 parking spaces to park the truck and trailer. Is there a larger parking area on the other side of the Motel?

Lets get those cars ready for May:D

[clayfoushee]

Elim,

How did you receive the registration form? Already booked at Motel 6.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

Clay,

The form and info about Homecoming was in the mail from Unique, I am sure yours is on the way. If not, check with Unique on the mailing.

Eliminator

[Brent]

I recd. mine yesterday.

Brent

[weaver]

There is a large parking lot on the side not facing the resturant.

Alan

[bittentoo]

Thanks Alan, I was so excited about picking the car up, I never bothered to look on the other side of the motel:D

How does the parking compare to the Hampton?

BTW Alan, got the wiring gremlens straightened out last night:D

Now if I can figure out how to reduce the file size of pics of the car, I will post an update:(

[weaver]

The parking lot at the Hampton is also used by a Ryans steak house, they both are plenty big. I talked to a lady at Motel 6 and they seem to be quoting 2 prices, they should have this taken care of soon.

Alan

[excelguru]

Dangit, I have GOT to get a blasted tow vehicle! SOON! [:O]

Keith :)
Unique Motorcars (http://www.uniquecobrareplicas.com)
Southern Automotive (http://www.southernautomotiveengines.com)
Bruce Bunn (the painter) (http://www.jodecoautobody.com)

My Photo Album (http://members5.clubphoto.com/keith355593/owner-429c-1.phtml)

[GeorgiaSnake]

Got my invite now I'm checking my sons baseball schedule. I paln to attend with or without the car as we may be heading in from afar.

How about a poll on which hotel !!

Randy

Unique 289 FIA
Southern Automotive 396
Team III 16's
Brilliant Silver

[eliminator]

I have stayed at the Hampton 3 different times and I like it, good big parking area for trailers. They also have the small breakfast bar. Don't know anything about Motel 6.

Eliminator

[WBofTN]

I made my reservation at the Hampton yesterday.
How many of you motor heads are bringing wifes / girl friends or Life partners (hopfully no "life partners")?
My wife will most likley come - lucky for me, she likes cars and this hobby.
WB


'93 Unique 427/351W/4sp

[eliminator]

My wife is coming, I couldn't get away with out her. You will find alot of Spouse's at this Homecoming. Also there are many sons and daughters that show up, pretty much a family affair.

Eliminator

[Brent]

My wife can not come due to family obligations. No girlfriend, and damn sure no "life partner"

Brent

[bittentoo]

My wife is coming and I wish that we could bring the boys, but then they would have to miss 2 days of school. I guess that the wife and I can find "something" to do without them:D

And I'm leaning towards the Hampton. Would like to stay where the majority do, figure there will be lots of bench racing in the parking lot[^]

[Eric Miller]

My wife and I will be there Thursday afternoon. We are going to stay at the Hampton Inn.We went to DVSF last June and stayed at lesser hotel and I have never heard the end of that one.[}:)]

Eric

[eliminator]

I understand Unique has already received 16-18 registrations, that's a good start. Who is not going to be able to go that are Forum members? Should be 40-50 cars there.

Eliminator

[Jim Harding]

quote:Originally posted by eliminator

I understand Unique has already received 16-18 registrations, that's a good start. Who is not going to be able to go that are Forum members? Should be 40-50 cars there.

Eliminator


As much as I'd like to be there, it looks like other things on my schedule are taking priority..... (read wife has already spoken for that weekend):(

Jim Harding
La Plata, Maryland

1982 #3004
http://www.capitalareacobraclub.com/albums/album26/1aLeftside.thumb.jpg

[JerryBP]

I doubt that we will have out car ready by then, maybe next year.

Work in Progress, Unique 427-9429 400+hp 351C Tremec 3550-2 5spd Coal Black
by Bruce, Greg & Jerry Porter Caldwell, Ohio

[gasman]

Is anyone planning to bring the wife and or kids? My boys are 14 and 12. If there are no events planned for them, I'm sure they would just as soon stay at home. Hey Alan, please advise, I've been to plenty of Harley rally's with the kids and they've had a blast. Do you suggest they stay at home?

Steve Foushee

[weaver]

We don't have anything planned for kids, there will be several kids, mostly teenagers at Homecoming and they always find something to do. There is usually several attendees that come alone and are happy to let kids ride along on the cruise. If nothing else we can put them to work serving refreshments.

Alan

[Unique452hp]

I'm there too! I can't wait. I'm a new Unique owner and have never been to a homecoming.

1st car was a Cobra hopefully last will be also

[bittentoo]

Just booked at the Hampton, Thursday thru Saturday. I'm ready for some more Catfish!

Jim, thanks for the info. It worked great. Might get some pics posted tonight:D Remember, you all asked for it, now you might have created a monster[}:)] So get those shades, you're going to need them[8D]

[gasman]

I'll be there. Hey Clay, I'm at the Hampton, not sure if Karen and the kids are coming but can't wait to see you and the Silver beast.

Steve Foushee

[clayfoushee]

Hey Bro, Unfortunately, I booked at the other place a long time ago before you entered the Cobra picture, and guaranteed it. Oh well. It'll be a blast, regardless!

Now, when you pick that thing up this weekend. Just go easy on the go-fast pedal....OK? I've heard too many stories of people cracking these things up on the first few drives. Sorry, just being a big brother, and I've seen you wringing cars out before....LOL. With your BB 427, that rear end will come loose quicker than anything you've ever driven. It'not just HP, it's the torque in that motor that will break it loose in an eye-blink.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[bittentoo]

Clay,

No big deal to cancel at the Motel 6. Pick up the phone and do it. That way, we can park them and party in the Hampton parking lot:D

Me thinks that the Homecomong might get some more cars now that DVSF has been canceled.

[jhaynie]

Alan,

Whats the total attendance now for homecoming?

John

[gasman]

Not to worry Clay....I'm scared to death of this thing until I get a few 100 miles under my belt. Incidently, I saw you were staying at Motel 6. I'm sure its fine, the only reason I picked Hampton was so that Karen hopefully will decide to join in for the fun.



Steve Foushee

[jhaynie]

Hah Steve,

Karen sounds like Laurie "No way am I staying in a Motel 6". These women can be picky.

John

[clayfoushee]

That's why I'm coming solo. Alan said the Motel 6 had better trailer parking and was next to the restaurant where the dinner will take place.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

Clay,
Why do you have to stay close to the restaurant??????

Are you scared to drive it?

Do you have a "trailer queen"?????

I'm sorry ,I could not pass that up. I owed you that.

Brent

[clayfoushee]

Hey Brent...that's the spirit...a little good-natured shoveling keeps things fun[:o)].

However, my friend, I did say, first, that I was told Motel 6 had better trailer parking. And yes, in the rain, it IS a trailer queen (no top). May in the southeastern US is more often than not very wet.

Can't wait to see you drive yours in the rain!!!!!:D

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

Rain = enclosed trailer + lawn chair + cooler :D:D

Brent

[gasman]

Clay, I'll bring a cordless drill and a datto bit, we can add some drain plugs to the floor boards after we finish the stripes.

Steve Foushee

[eliminator]

Clay,

It worked :D, we let it out that Motel 6 had better trailer parking to get the "Riff Raft' over there:). Now the great trailer parking is at the Hampton....you can't listen to Alan:D:D.
Your brother won this one;).

Eliminator

[clayfoushee]

Not necessary bro....I have an enclosed trailer.....eat your heart out when you're trying to clean that puppy up.

Brent...we're in 100% agreement. We can share a few cool ones under my trailer awning, and watch my brother fussing with his tarps, while trying to drill holes in his floor pans.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[clayfoushee]

Elim....well I guess I won't concern myself with the trailer gridlock in the Hampton Inn parking lot.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

So are you switching hotels????

I bet Bittentoo doesn't even need lights in his trailer :D

Brent

[clayfoushee]

Brent,

I guess I'd rather be where most people are because some of the best parties will no doubt be in the parking lot. If most people are at the Hampton, I'll switch.

Has anyone taken a poll? Alan, do you have feeling for that?



Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[bittentoo]

Who needs stinking lights:D We'll have to break out the shades if the moon's out[8D]

And on second thought, maybe it's better if clayfoushee stays at the Motel 6. We don't need any of that "riff raff non striped cars" around[}:)] Send them packing across the tracks to the "6":D

[clayfoushee]

Hmmmm...Bitten,

I guess those polished aluminum Kirkhams and the original, original Shelby Cobras, which were also polished aluminum and unpainted are riff-raff too?

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[gasman]

Looks like its time to alert the moderator.

Steve Foushee

[clayfoushee]

The stripe issue never came up until you arrived.....[:X], with your offers of masking tape. And, you wasted no time violating cardinal Cobra rule #1: Never allude that your car is perhaps better, in some way, than someone else's [even in jest]. Heaven's, you haven't even picked up your car yet, and you have points on your Cobra license.

Violations of rule #1 are punishable by.....oh well, you'll figure that out too!:)

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[weaver]

Looks like we are going to need a penalty box at this years event or I might just clean out a corner we can send people too.

Alan

[bittentoo]

No need for a penalty box.....I'll wait to see which brother is bigger and then jump on his bandwagon;) I'm just a big ol chicken:D:D:D

And BTW, lock up the women and children.....The Orange One is street legal now[}:)][}:)][}:)]

Fencewalker

[Brent]

Bitten have you figured the digital camera out yet????

We need proof!!!!

PICS>>>>PICS>>>>PICS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Brent

[clayfoushee]

Alan,

Do you have a feeling for where most people are staying yet? BTW, no need for a penalty box for us. We just love to banter.

Bitten, we're almost exactly the same size, so you're on your own. Did you say your car was orange?

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[weaver]

It seems to about even on the hotel thing, we had a customer come in today to put in an order and after staying at Motel 6 will probably stay there for open house. We have around 30 entries so far.

Alan

[Brent]

Are many people comming on Thursday?? I can not stay for Saturday so I thought I would head down Thursday morning and either drive and hang out or see if the Weavers needed any help with setup.

Brent

[weaver]

Most people come in on Thursday and get together at Top Of the River for dinner, we should have everything at the shop under control by then. If you do come in early during the day stop by and say hello.

Alan

[clayfoushee]

I'll probably be there Thursday too.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[weaver]

OK boys and girls, where's those entry forms, I've had several people tell me they are coming to Homecoming but haven't filled out their enrty forms yet, I know the form says to have them in by mid April but if you no you are coming please send it in now. You also need to book your hotel room early because our local jr college is having graduation that weekend.

Alan

[clayfoushee]

....in the mail yesterday

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[jhaynie]

Alan,

Where are the entry forms? I looked around this morning and couldn't find one on the site.

John

[gasman]

John, I have an entry form, I'll fax you a copy tomorrow.

Steve Foushee

[jhaynie]

Thanks Steve.

John

[Brent]

Is there a way we can post a list of who's comming, what car they have, and where they are from?

Brent

[eliminator]

Talked to Maurice yesterday and they have 23 paid up folks. Guess alot of people are waiting until the very end to commit.

Eliminator

[casaleenie]

I can't make it:(

My sister-in-laws son (my nephew)got married last month in Manhattan Beach, Ca. and is having a reception in Las Vegas on the 15th of May.
What a pisser!!!! Hell, I thought the kid was gay...

I've sat around all winter with nothing to do and was looking forward to Alabama in the Spring....[V]

AL

[bittentoo]

casalweenie,

I thought that you were the man of the house[}:)] Put your foot down and just say NOOOOO[B)]

Good luck! You are going to need it.

Oh, BTW, sleeping with the dog ain't that bad:D

[eliminator]

Brent,
To answer your question about the people that are going, if everyone will send me an e-mail at rbagley@papesinc.com that is going I will start a thread a edit it whenever I get names. Don't send me an email if you havn't paid and registered. If alan see your name and your not registered you will be scratched. What I need is like this:
(Example)

Eliminator, Rick and Cheryl Bagley, Louisville, KY, 427 S/C Candy Apple Red w/Performance White Stripes

Lets keep it simple.

Rick

[nolastyankee]

Since our move is putting me in Arkansas, it looks like we will be able to make the trip over, sans Cobra. I still need an entry form...Anyone have a scanner or a fax machine?

Unique 9122 - 289 FIA Cobra - The Legendary "Spence" Car

[WBofTN]

Rick:
Did you get the excel spread sheet from DSCC listing all members?
I counted over 30 Unique owners on the list and most included e-mail contact info. I think it would be nice to make these owners
aware of the home comming and this chat room.
What do you guys think??
WB

'93 Unique 427/351W/4sp

[eliminator]

WB,
No I didn't get that. I think it's a great idea.
Can you do it?


Rick

[eliminator]

Alan faxed me the application for Homecoming 2004 and I was going to attach it to a thread. The file is too big. This is in PDF format so you can print it out once it is opened. Here is what I can do, anyone wanting one just email me at rbagley@papesinc.com and I will reply and include the PDF file which you can open and print.

Rick

[WBofTN]

Rick you have mail
WB

'93 Unique 427/351W/4sp

[casaleenie]

Bittentoo,

A blind guy has a better chance of driving my Cobra than Las Vegas does of separating me from my money....
Besides, my wife will fall in love with the place and then I'll have to commit suicide... My son-in-laws will have trouble keeping up with her... and they love the place... My brother-in-law works at the Paris as a whale watcher...Hell, I thought the place was in the middle of the desert????:D


AL