Classic Car Race Results From the BRC, 02/17/08
February 19, 20081st overall belongs to this handbuilt "Lotus 7" replica racer. A little longer and wider than a true Lotus but purportedly powered by a Nissan SR20DE 4 cylinder. a 2.0 L DOHC (1998 cc) engine, originally produced 136 PS (102 kW). This later increased to 140 hp (100 kW), which eventually became 165 PS (163 hp/121 kW) through the use of Nissan’s VTC variable valve timing system in the S14 and S15 Nissan Silvias. (ERRATUM: A friend informed me that Bubi Camus based this replica on Mazda Miata mechanicals, NOT Nissan)
With that horsepower, combined with bodywork that is basically a Fita tin box, you see why it just flew around the track! Wickedly fast!
2nd overall was Inaki Aranetas 740 BMW. 3rd went to TJ Benitez in his silver E30 and 4th to another E30.
Congratulations to Doc Sandy Coronel for 1st in class and 5th overall! He successfully defended against the fast Bimmers, Benz SL, Opel GT, Alfa and Porsche.
Jappy Pascual was doing real well against the Opel GT, Mini Cooper, Alfa Veloce, and the Porsche 550 kitcar but unexpectedly stopped in the middle of the track at lap 9 or so. He managed to start up his Ghia after a few minutes but lost momentum and just finished the race.
Heartbreak kid EJ Esguerra had an electronic ignition problem in the 1st lap (turn 5 or 6) and had to watch from the sidelines all throughout the race. Try again next time, EJ.
Classic Car Races at The BRC, Sunday, 02/17/08
February 18, 2008Volkswagens were represented at the Classic Car Races at The Batangas Racing Circuit, today, 02/17/08
The Volkswagen contingent was comprised of two Karmann Ghias and a 1303 SuperBeetle. The Karmann Ghia convertible of Doc Sandy Coronel, the Karmann Ghia coupe of Jappy Pascual and the 1303 Superbeetle of EJ Esguerra battled M3, 325s, 540 and 740 BMWs of TJ Benitez’s E30 group and friends, a lone Mini Cooper of Romy Mercado, a "Lotus 7" replica, an Opel GT of Bubi Camus , an Alfa Romeo Veloce of Willy Ortiz, and Stoplight TVs Porsche 550 replica.
Tons more pictures here http://manilaghia.multiply.com/photos/album/55
Batangas Racing Circuit, Barrio Maligaya, Rosario, Batangas, Philippines
Matt Howson of PTRS took an accomplished race win in a wet round twelve of the Asian Formula Three Series held at the Batangas Race Circuit today. Frederic Vervisch was second with Rafael Suzuki third. Vervisch now has a 51 point lead over Howson in the 2007-2008 AF3 Championship but with 127 still left to be won the title is no by means won.
New Guinness World Record Attempt: Largest Parade of Volkswagen Vehicles
February 12, 2008New Guinness World Record Attempt:
(ALL Types of VWs recognized, old and new, air-cooled or water-cooled)
This is set for Sunday, April 6, 2008, at the Quezon City Memorial Circle. Mayor Sonny Belmonte has graciously allowed the QC Hall Compound as the staging area
4:00AM-6:00AM - Gathering/Registration/Stickering
7:00AM - Parade Proper
10:00AM-12:00N - Concluding Programme/Awarding
(route - QC Hall, Once Around Elliptical Road, Quezon Ave, U-Turn Before Tunnel, Back to QC Hall for concluding programme)
Who Can Join: Anybody with a Volkswagen vehicle of any model/make/variant, in running condition is eligible to join the parade. whether owner-driven or friend-driven
How Much to Join: FREE!! NO CHARGE!!
Participants will receive a VWCP-Guinness Certificate and a Commemorative Sticker
Hot Dogs, San Mig Coffee and Pepsi Max will be served FREE to Participants!!
Pre-Registration encouraged
Simply log on to vwcp.org , dowload application form, fill up and send to Firewire Marketing Consultancy
Or Call: Firewire: 750-6197; 614-0090 - Ethel/Jean
Volkswagen Club : 721-5635 - Rose
This will enable us to assign you an official number
2008 VWCP Board of Directors
February 5, 2008
Congratulations to the 2008 VWCP Board of Directors
1. Ed Roces*
2. Dodie Ruiz*
3. Mawie Chanco*
4. Doc Cesar Martinez*
5. Atty. Sam Baldado (re-elected)
6. Doc Sandy Coronel (re-elected)
7. Doy Bondoc (re-elected)
8. Jon Porto (re-elected)
9. Bunny Evangelista (re-elected)
10. Gilbert Chan (newly-elected)
11. Noel Orate (newly-elected)
12. Dennis Reyes (newly-elected)
13. TBA (North Luzon)
14. TBA (South Luzon)
15. TBA - position to be filled up
*Director/Incorporator - need not to be elected
NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL VWCP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
February 1, 2008
January 21, 2008
NOTICE OF THE ANNUALVWCP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Please be advised that the Annual Membership Meeting of the Volkswagen Club of the Philippines previously scheduled for Jan. 17, 2008 has been moved to Feb. 2, at 6:00pm at Tramway Restaurant, Timog Ave., Q.C.. The same agenda is retained.
Please be reminded that only updated members (those who have paid the 2008 membership dues as of February 2, 2008) will be allowed to attend the meeting and to participate in the election process. The event will also serve as our belated 2007 Christmas party. Membership renewals will be accepted at the event.
Please be reminded that in order to be eligible for a seat in the Board of Directors a candidate must possess the following qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be a member of the VWCP for at least 2 years running. (Member since Feb 2, 2006 or earlier),
2. Must have been an updated member in 2007 and is updated for 2008,
3. Must be a 100pt badge holder,
4. Must be a member in good standing. (Has not committed any acts inimical to the club. Shown loyalty and dedication to VWCP. Must have attended and is willing to attend club sponsored meetings and activities.)
AGENDA
1. Determination of a Quorum and Call to Order
2. Proof of Service of Notice
3. President’s Report
4. Main Business - Election of the Members of the Board of Directors for the current year.
5. Ratification of the act of the Board of Directors/Execom and duly authorized officers of the year 2007
6. Other Business
7. Adjournment
Your presence is earnestly required.
Very truly yours,
(Sgd.) Samuel F. Baldado
Corporate Secretary
Note: If you will not be available for the said meeting please accomplish the attached proxy from and send it back to the Corporate Secretary before the scheduled meeting.
