Hi folks were moving the blog to a new dedicated server colocated at DATA CENTERS CANADA to increase capacity, include a photo gallery for next years events.

Ferrari Drive - October 3rd

To all interested. There is a ferrari drive on October 3rd. Please stay tuned for further updates. We will be doing a similar ride to the May drive we did. Will try to keep it more straight forward this time. Again we will end up for lunch in Orangeville - At Il' Corso restaurant. The owner Mike will have a nice meal ready for us.

Ferrari F458 Italia breaks cover

Well....Well....Well....

If the California does not suit you, maybe this will.

Visit http://www.4wheelsnews.com/ferrari-f458-italia-breaks-cover/

Ferrari Drive - Ideas

Hello and Happy Motoring to all those Ferrari Enthusiasts. Its about time for another Drive, don't you think? Just want to spread the word about ideas for another drive. Please if you would, post comments for us to begin organizing a new drive.

Ferrari World!!

Dear Ferrari and theme park enthusists. It seems that Ferrari and some very talented people are on the verge of completing a project no other car manufacturer has been able to do on such a large scale. For those of you not familiar, in 2010 Ferrari plans to open the world's FIRST car themed amusement park in Abu Dhabi. I have seen the preview of the park and it is spectacular, as fitting for a car maker such as Ferrari. For those of you who wish to be awed, please follow by clicking the link below.

http://www.ferrari.com/English/Ferrari_TV/Pages/FerrariTVPlayer.aspx?serverId=2364&c=Video&cat=13

May 16th Pics

Here is a group album, everyone can view and upload their pics.

We had a great turn out yesterday.

Enjoy the pictures.

http://gs109.photobucket.com/groups/n46/HQI67M7CY4/

Ferrari to Leave F1 in 2010!!!

Unfortunately, according to several sources, including TSN, F1 web site and Ferrari's own web site. We may not have a F1 team for next season in 2010. Many sources say that the budget cap that the FIA want to activate next season will make the sport two tiered and not follow the orginal asparations which it was founded. Many other teams, like BMW Sauber and Toyota have also expressed disinterest in the cap. What is F1 truly about we must ask ourselves. It has always been the top motor racing venue and all those who want to participate should realize that F1 is about becoming the best through technological advancement. That entails money in my books. Please write your comments, as I am sure others must feel the same, or not.

Schumacher's Mechanic now working @ Daytona Auto (Woodbridge, ON)

Woodbridge, Ontario (CANADA)

F1 GRAND TOUR FERRARI ENGINEER AND MECHANIC SET TO JOIN DAYTONA AUTO CENTER’S SERVICE TEAM Veteran worked with Michael Schumacher and boasts well over 14 years on the track

Daytona Auto Center of Woodbridge, Ontario has specialized in delivering unprecedented levels of sales and service to fine sports’ car owners for over fifteen years. “We’ve catered to a clientele that appreciates technical expertise and sound judgment that is both proficient and prudent when it comes to managing and maintaining vehicles “says co-founder John Duca. “During these times of economic crisis, we are focusing our efforts and resources to increasing and expanding our core expertise – and that’s in the service, maintenance and upkeep of fine cars; that’s why we’ve recruited one of the world’s best in Ferrari” continues Duca referencing their announcement of Mr. Massimo Conti’s highly anticipated arrival at Daytona Auto Centre.

Mr. Conti served as Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer with Team Ferrari under the leadership of Michael Schumacher, world renowned Formula One race car Champion. Mr. Conti boasts specialized expertise with Ferrari’s, Lamborghini’s, Formula One racing cars and historical vehicles such as the 333 SP. 
“Bringing Mr. Conti onboard represents our stand to maintaining higher standards not just for our service but for the standard of car care our customers expect and deserve” says co-founder and Chief Mechanic Alex Armelin. “For all Ferrari owners, I invite them to bring their vehicles in to have the true needs of the cars they care for assessed, and to be superimposed with one of the world’s most masterful mechanics inside the realm of Ferrari’ says Armelin.
Mr. Conti joins Daytona April 14th 2009, and there will be a Special Dealer Reception in his honour. Join Daytona and meet in person their newest and most intriguing family member. “I am delighted to bring to Daytona my first-hand F1/Schumacher mechanical experience, to all Ferrari owners across Ontario – from my new home, Daytona” says Conti

Oregon trooper reels in line of Ferraris, Lamborghini

From: CNN.com


Story Highlights

• * Police: 6 exotic cars, mostly Ferraris, pulled over "like good little soldiers"
  * Polite drivers reportedly told police they were making annual road trip
  * Fine for speed racing is $627, police say
  * Lamborghini with tag "BADBUL" pulled over again later in day, police say
  

So said Oregon State Senior Trooper David Petersen after he was able to catch up with six exotic sports cars on a stretch of Highway 18 near Grand Ronde on Thursday, according to a news release.
Perhaps a more amazing feat was that he stopped all the cars simultaneously.
"They just were all good little soldiers and pulled right over," Oregon State Police spokesman Lt. Gregg Hastings told CNN.
One of the drivers was later cited again on a different highway.
The drivers of the cars -- consisting of Ferraris, a Lamborghini and an Acura NSX -- told Petersen they were part of a group of 20 similar cars making an annual road trip, the news release said.
They were all cordial and cooperative, and were cited with speed racing, a class A traffic violation that can command a fine of $627, Hastings said.
After receiving reports Thursday morning that several sports cars were speeding and passing in no-pass zones west of Grand Ronde, Petersen set up east of the casino town, near McMinnville, and waited.
Five of the cars soon blew past him, running about 100 mph in a 55-mph zone, Hastings said. As Petersen pulled onto Highway 18 in pursuit, a sixth car passed him.
"I guess when you're going too fast, you're in a rock and a hard place," Hastings said.
Highway 18 runs from Dayton, Oregon, in the Willamette Valley to the Pacific coast. The stretch where the cars were cited is considered particularly dangerous and the Oregon Department of Transportation provides additional funding to enforce traffic laws there, Hastings said.
About two hours after the incident, another trooper pulled over the Lamborghini from the group in Multnomah Falls, about 90 miles east. The driver of the car, which bore the the license plate "BADBUL," was cited for driving 90 in a 65-mph zone, according to a news release.

Sorry for the Confusion...

Hi everyone,  

It has come to my attention that some folks believe that this Blog is associated to the FCA.   It is not, this is my personal Blog which I have created to keep in touch with friends that I have met over the years who share the passion of owning a Ferrari as I do.   

I am a member of the FCA as many of you are and I welcome other FCA members to join in and contribute to this Blog - sharing the same passion as mine.

Sorry for the confusion we may have caused.

First Drive - May 16th.

Hi everyone,

How does May 16th sound for our first drive of 09 ?

I am thinking about meeting up in Vaughan, ON - then we drive up to Orangeville area and grab a bite to eat at a nice little resteraunt that I found.   

Let me know your thoughts - I will blast an email out this weekend to everyone as well.

Also important note - please comment back and let me know which car you have - I am trying to keep an accurate list of who drives what!

Tony.

FCA - Track Day - May 21st - Time is Running Out !

Please note that our track event, at Mosport, will occur on May 21, 2009.  Although our early registration period is over, we still need you to register as soon as possible.  Time is running out!

Registration at the track will be extremely difficult, due to a minimum number of people on the track team. Special thanks to all who have registered up to this point.  We are welcoming non-members for this event.

 

I would appreciate it if everyone who intends to come will please send in their registration forms this week, if at all possible.  

It will be more difficult to plan for the appropriate number of participants without this significant act.  

 

We have a number of sponsors for our track event, and it would be great to show them some participation as they are supporting our event:

 

            Splashworks is running the detailing workshop; 

            Garage Living will display a variety of garage renovation options, and has graciously provided $1000 coupons toward renovation packages;  

            Sunoco has provided free gas coupons;  

            Ferrari of Ontario will be providing technical support at the track.  

 

We have created the introductory group, VIA, to attract members interested in experiencing the track in a very controlled and safe fashion;  This is a beautiful way to exercise your car without worrying about city streets!

We have kept the traditional school format for members who prefer to take part in the school;  

We have created a lapping group with more track time, PILOTI, for those members qualified to run without an instructor. (no classroom sessions)  

There are two classroom sessions in the morning for VIA and School groups.  The afternoons are free

We have added additional activities such as the auto detailing workshop and mini-concourse.

 

All details about the track event, forms, sponsors and downloads, are available at www.myferrariclub.com  .  Feel free to contact me if there are any questions.

 

Best regards,

 

Evan Friedman, Track Chair

FCA, East and Central Canada Region

drevan@sympatico.ca

 

Annual General Meeting - Dinner.

Hi everyone,

If you haven't signed up for the AGM dinner please do so - I have put together 12 people so far.  Please join us at the event.   Please comment if your attending.

Details are attached.

2009 GTA F1 Pool

For all you F1 afficinados we are conducting an F1 Pool.
If interested please set up an account on http://www.poolexpert.com. Once you create your account, please email it to marcello@airportrailings.com and you will be added into the pool. The cost for joining is $ 50.00 per entrant. Full rules and explanation are available and will be provided once we have your email address.

Almost time to plan our first drive....

Hi guys,

The weather is starting to warm up - I'm looking to plan our first drive for the year.

If you have not submitted your email address please do so.   I think I'm up to 55+ cars now.

Please submit.

Thanks,

Tony.

Rumor Mill

Post rumors & things you may have heard. ONLY positive remarks please no names without that persons consent. Does not have to be car related.

Ideas for Drive Events

Here is an opportunity to post ideas you may have for drive events or gatherings this year. The first event in 2008 was breakfast & drive through the countryside, lots of fun & no speeding infractions.

2009 AutoShow

Here are some pics for the 09 AutoShow.

Interesting web site.

Hi guys,

Mario Z. passed this site URL over to me; http://www.myferrariclub.com

Check it out - I believe this is another FCA website (I never found this one before).

Let me know - comments, thoughts.

Take care.

E-Mail Drive Alerts / Information.

I would encourage everyone to please fill out the form on the left with your e-mail address so we can compile an accurate e-mail distribution list to advise everyone of drives / events, etc.   This is by far the easiest way to get the word out.  

Thanks,

Tony.

FCA 2009 Events Now Posted.

I just checked the FCA site and noticed the list of events for 2009 are now posted.   If your not an FCA member you should join - I attended a few events last year and they were great.  These are pics of the Wine Tour - the event list is below...  

                                                                                                                     

Sat, Apr 25, 2009 Annual general meeting dinner     Thu, May 21, 2009 Mosport Track Day     Sun, May 24, 2009 FCA Concours      Sun, Jun 07, 2009 Cancer Drive      Fri, Jun 19, 2009 to Sun, Jun 21, 2009 Ottawa Ferrari Festival      Sun, Jul 19, 2009 Regional Directors Drive      Fri, Aug 14, 2009 to Sun, Aug 16, 2009 Rodney's Weekend Drive    For details call Rodney Ellis 416 966-8897   Sun, Sep 13, 2009 Westitalia      Sun, Oct 04, 2009 Europa Rally      Sun, Oct 18, 2009 Wine Tour      Fri, Nov 06, 2009 November Dinner      Sat, Nov 07, 2009 Christmas Dinner & Fundraiser

F1 at WEGZ

Hi guys,

Rocco brought up a good idea - F1 viewing and breakfast @ Wegz.

I think thats a great idea.   

Lets get this going.

Its 2009 and Spring is around the corner...

Hi everyone - Tony here.

Its 2009 and spring is around the corner.

Last year we attempted to use Facebook Group's to communicate with everyone regarding our drives, posting pics and keeping everyone in the loop of things. It didn't go very well - looks like not everyone uses Facebook. So for 09, lets Blog!

This is my first attempt at making a Blog - so please be kind :).

I am emailing our group and if you can please signup (follow) to the blog and spread the word around incase I missed anyone. I would like to use this as a means of keeping everyone in the loop of our drives (by the way the fall Grand Turismo drive was great - what a turn out, FCA events, pics, etc.

Anyways - enough with my rant. Signup, contribute and lets see where this thing goes.

Tony.