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  1. Hey all,

     

    I was speaking with David (GM of Passport MINI of Alexandria) at MINIs Take the Beltway this past weekend, and he asked me to share these. They had an owner decide that they did not like the wheel tire package that came on their new MINI, and they were replaced. So now they a stuck with a barely used set of wheels and tires. 

     

    The set are black 18" rims (36-10-5-A31-927 Jet Black) wrapped in summer 205/40R18 86W Pirelli PZeros. New this combo is $2300, they just want the space back in there service bay so they are letting them go for $600

     

    These are 5 lug and for F chassis (Gen3) MINIs

     

    If anyone is interested please reach out to David Hellmuth at 703-461-6275 or email his at davidhellmuth@passportauto.com

     

    If you grab them please let me know and I will update this posting. 

     

    -Corey

  2. 10 hours ago, SheerHippo said:

    I think I registered? I won't be able to attend the whole loop but will stick with you guys for a bit. I'll be in a Pepper White R56 S. Hopefully I'll be able to attend more events in the future!

    Dominic, we received notification of your donation last night. You are registered and good to go. 

  3. 8 hours ago, Mand00 said:

    Here is the link to the exhaust:

    https://neuspeed.com/collections/mini-countryman-f60-s-2-0t/products/nm-eng-downpipe-back-exhaust-system-nm308844

     

    I emailed NM Engineering and asked, but got no reply. I'm guessing they don't know the answer.

    Which state are you registered in?

     

    MD and VA are both ODB2 tests (i.e. plug into the port under your dash, and check for emission error codes). The exhaust you have linked is post O2 sensors and therefore likely would have no effect on the emission readings the car checks. 

     

    Most vendors are not going to say it will pass emissions test and the vary per state, you could ask if they can confirm the exhaust does not cause an emission error code from the vehicle. This is something that they can likely confirm, and in MD and VA is the emission tests on newer vehicles. 

     

    Additionally in Virginia you can drive past RAPIDPASS testing stations on the side of the road, and it is pretty had to fail those. lol

  4. On 8/14/2022 at 6:32 PM, unstable said:

    We are going to be vacationing down hear the dragon, so we are going to try to check it out finally. 

     

    For those of you experienced going there, and you had a couple hours, what are must stop spots for photos and for a drive?

     

    The overlook is the only good photo stop on the dragon. Here is a photo there. 
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  5. Event Title: Ice Cream Run

    Event Date: 08/28/2022 10:45 AM to 08/28/2022 04:00 PM

    Event Address:

     

    It’s time to check out those great creameries scattered across central Maryland again, it is the annual ice cream run. We will be starting in Frederick, MD and winding are way through some great roads to 3 different creameries and an optional 4 to get those VA drives back south of the river. Check out the details below and RSVP for an afternoon of fun.

     

    We have included the estimated arrival times for each creamery in case someone wants to join mid-run. If you intend to join mid-run please let us know in the comments after you RSVP.

     

    Ice Cream Shops

    1st Stop: Rocky Point Creamery (MD) https://www.rockypointcreamery.com/

    2nd Stop: South Mountain Creamy (MD) https://southmountaincreamery.com/

    3rd Stop: Misty Mountain Creamy (MD) http://www.mistymeadowsfarmcreamery.com/

    4th Stop: Backstreet Brews (Lovettsville, VA) https://back-street-brews-coffee-and-tea-house.business.site/

     

    Start Point: Pinecliff Park

    8350 Pinecliff Park Rd, Frederick, Md

      

    Schedule:

    Driver’s Meeting: 1045

    Rolling Out: 1100

    Rock Point: 1140

    Roll Out: 1215

    South Mountain: 1245

    Roll Out: 1315

    Misty Mountain: 1415

    Roll Out: 1445

    Backstreet: 1600

    RSVP on the event here: 

  6. Event Title: Run to Summit Point Raceway

    Event Date: 07/24/2022 07:15 AM to 07/24/2022 09:00 AM

    Event Address:

     

    We will be caravanning to the Car Carrol at Summit Point. We will be starting in Leesburg, VA and enjoy a few twisties as we wonder up the Point of Rocks, MD to pickup our Maryland friends. From there we will enjoy a few more twisties as we work our way to Summit Point by 9am. This is not a required event you can go directly to the track and meet us there if you like. Please be sure to signup for the track event as well.

     

    Start point Virginia: Starbucks, 1011 Edwards Ferry Rd NE, Leesburg, VA 20176

    Maryland pickup point: Point of Rocks MARC station, 4000 Clay St, Point of Rocks, MD 21777

    Ending point: Summit Point Motorsports Park, 201 Motorsports Park Cir, Summit Point, WV 25446

     

    Schedule of events:

    0715: Drivers Meeting

    0730: Depart Starbucks

    0810: Arrive at Point of Rocks

    0815: Depart Point of Rocks

    0900: Arrive at Summit Point Motorsports Park

     

    TRACK EVENT SIGN UP:

    PICNIC EVENT SIGN UP:

     

    RUN EVENT SIGN UP:

  7. Event Title: Car Corral at SCCA Mid-Atlantic Road Racing Series

    Event Date: 07/24/2022 09:00 AM to 07/24/2022 03:00 PM

    Event Address:

    We are excited to announce we will be the attending the Car Carrol at Summit point again this year!! The Washington DC region (WDCR) SCCA will car corral for us at the Mid-Atlantic Road Racing Series (MARRS) event at Summit Point, WV on 24 July.

     

    When: 25 July 2021, arrive at the track at 9am

    Where: Summit Point Motorsport Park, 201 Motorsports Park Cir, Summit Point, WV 25446

    What is a Car Carrol consist of?

    -          Free Admission to the Days racing.

    -          Reserved Corral Area with parking and seating

    -          Water, Snacks, & Food

    -          Pace car led ride around laps IN YOUR MINI ON TRACK!! (First 25 registered have priority with additional spots "as space/time permits")

    -          Group photo opportunities on front straight

    -          Access to the SCCA paddock, and opportunity see some of the cars and talk to the drivers about them.

     

    Come out and experience some wheel-to-wheel racing, talk to the people that race in a series well with in your reach.

    Do not miss this event!! Whether you just enjoy hanging out with the MINI community, watching racing, or you compete in time events and are interested in taking that next step there is something for everyone.

     

    We also will have a drive to the event where we will enjoy a few twisties with both VA and Maryland pickup points (which ever works best for you). Please sign up for the drive below.

     

     

    Additional Information

    Arriving:

    1)      For those joining the run, I will coordinate everything at the gate just follow the MINI in front of you.

    2)      If you are arriving separately, tell the gate worker you are with the SCCA MINI Car Corral. 

             a) Any issues, have them contact Chris Doherty.

    3)      You will be asked to sign the general waiver at the gate, and given a wrist band (don't lose it!)

    4)      The car corral will be located directly across from the main entrance to the track.  There will be large banners and a popup 

             setup denoting the area.  

    5)      Waivers - Chris will ensure everyone has signed the SCCA waiver in the morning, and we will provide an additional wrist

             band for the track touring laps.

     

    During the event:

    1.      Spectating: You are free to visit any spectator areas or grandstands within the track confines.  The outer parts of the track is

             a great place to watch the racing, and the Car Corral will be in a prime location.

             a.      I strongly encourage everyone to bring folding chairs, umbrellas, etc.  If bringing canopies, make sure you have a way

                      to secure them down if it is windy.  Use best judgement here.

             b.      We are still confirming if the group will have Paddock access while racing is going on.  This is TBD.

    2.      A live audio broadcast from the announcing booth will be on FM 88.7

     

    Lunch Track Touring laps:

    1.      Lunch laps: Lunch time laps are limited to 25 and first come first served.  Chris will shuttle everyone to paddock and grid.

    2.      We expect this will happen between 11:45 and 12:30, depending on track cleanup and race group schedules.  This could be

             earlier or later.  

    3.      Lunch laps will follow the Track Tour rules here.

     

    Food & Snacks: 

    1.      We will also be providing light individual portion snacks and coolers with chilled beverages.

             a.      The 'Che Summit' concession stand will be open in the race paddock.  Burgers/dogs/nachos, etc. will be available for

                      purchase.

             b.      You can bring their own meals, grills, snacks, etc.  There are no outside food restrictions at the track!

             c.       Your participants can bring beer, wine, alcohol, etc.  Just no intoxicated driving during lunch touring laps, which

                       should be fairly obvious.

    RSVP on the event here: 

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  8. Event Title: External Event: MINIs Take The States 2022

    Event Date: 07/09/2022 12:00 AM to 07/17/2022 12:00 AM

    Event Address:

    WHEN LIFE ZIGS, ZAG.

     

    The 8th edition of MINI TAKES THE STATES will happen starting Saturday, July 9th and ending Sunday, July 17th. Together, the MINI community will reunite to drive thrilling roads that MTTS has barely touched in our 16-year history. In the meantime, check out the daily drives and book your hotel rooms.

     

    Find more information and register at https://www.minitakesthestates.com/

    RSVP on the event here: 

  9. Brandy and I just made it back to the house. Another great MOTD, all the DCMM’ers I saw handled themselves appropriately and upheld the high standard DCMM has build. 

     

    If you haven’t had the opportunity to experience MOTD I cannot recommend it enough, whether you enough driving or are more a social person there are events for everyone. 
     

    please talk to those that are old hats or only been once and let them let you about their experiences. 

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