MissEvo2Mini Posted August 11, 2009 Report Posted August 11, 2009 Hello my name is Jen and Im in the DC area. My current vehicle is a modded evo and Ive been eyeing the mini for quite some time as a daily driver. I figured a mini would be perfect since I am a petite woman. Just registered on this forum to learn as much as I can about minis before purchasing the right one. Im looking into the 03-04 mini however, Im open to advice that any of you may give and possibly attend a mini meet in the area (if I am allowed). The plan is to purchase one sometime next year (hopefully).
Maxicooper Posted August 11, 2009 Report Posted August 11, 2009 Hello my name is Jen and Im in the DC area. My current vehicle is a modded evo and Ive been eyeing the mini for quite some time as a daily driver. I figured a mini would be perfect since I am a petite woman. Just registered on this forum to learn as much as I can about minis before purchasing the right one. Im looking into the 03-04 mini however, Im open to advice that any of you may give and possibly attend a mini meet in the area (if I am allowed). The plan is to purchase one sometime next year (hopefully). Welcome to the MINI world. We'll have a few meetup in the next couple of week. Please feel free to swing by. Looking forward to see you and your EVO. :top:
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 11, 2009 Author Report Posted August 11, 2009 Do any of you attend those chic-fill-a meets at the dulles town center? Im always in that area and try to stop by from time to time. It would be nice to see some of you there. Everytime I go, I usually dont see minis.
Da Coup Posted August 11, 2009 Report Posted August 11, 2009 wasn't aware of the Dulles Town Center gatherings but will be happy to attend since its near by. More info? Terry (aka TonkaJr)
Maxicooper Posted August 11, 2009 Report Posted August 11, 2009 Do any of you attend those chic-fill-a meets at the dulles town center? Im always in that area and try to stop by from time to time. It would be nice to see some of you there. Everytime I go, I usually dont see minis. wasn't aware of the Dulles Town Center gatherings but will be happy to attend since its near by. More info? +1, more info please. :top:
FD3SDriver Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 It's at the Chick-Fil-A right across from the Best Buy in Sterling near the Dulles Town Center Mall. They happen every Friday night as long as the weather is nice. I've been attending them regularly for the past 6 years or so. I always have a great time. '03 JB MCS- SOLD: JCW front bumper, intake, exhaust, brakes, CF dash, 15% pulley, Multifunction Steering Wheel retrofit, Euro white taillights, Factory Driving Lights, Wyvern Motorsports Rear Seat Delete, and more.... [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC]
Maxicooper Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 It's at the Chick-Fil-A right across from the Best Buy in Sterling near the Dulles Town Center Mall. They happen every Friday night as long as the weather is nice. I've been attending them regularly for the past 6 years or so. I always have a great time. Is it the same kind of gathering as the one in Rockville (Montrose Crossing) on Friday night?
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 12, 2009 Author Report Posted August 12, 2009 Is it the same kind of gathering as the one in Rockville (Montrose Crossing) on Friday night? i use to attend rockville meets all the time. its actually better then the rockville meets in my opinion. much nicer cars, no cops to kick you out of the lot, and less immature people who like to rev or do burnouts in the parking lot to show off like rockville lol. also, there's a pretty good turnout if the weather is nice.
cmcveay Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 Sounds like something to do on a Friday night! What time do people start showing up? I'll need time to give the girl a bath and shine 'er up a bit! 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 12, 2009 Author Report Posted August 12, 2009 Sounds like something to do on a Friday night! What time do people start showing up? I'll need time to give the girl a bath and shine 'er up a bit! the classic cars and vettes usually meet earlier around 4 to 5ish. the rest of the cars start to arrive from 5pm-7pm ish and is usually there till whenever.
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 12, 2009 Author Report Posted August 12, 2009 Here is the address to the chic-fil-a meets on Fridays in case any of you are interested: 45440 Dulles Crossing Plaza Sterling, VA 20166 703/444-0300 It is located in the parking lot of the Lowe's Home Improvement in Dulles/Sterling, VA. Meets are every friday nights during the spring/summer/fall.
Maxicooper Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 Sounds like something to do on a Friday night! What time do people start showing up? I'll need time to give the girl a bath and shine 'er up a bit! Great!!! I agree with you that the Rockville one was kind of wild !!! Sometime it was a little too wild to my taste the classic cars and vettes usually meet earlier around 4 to 5ish. the rest of the cars start to arrive from 5pm-7pm ish and is usually there till whenever. Here is the address to the chic-fil-a meets on Fridays in case any of you are interested: 45440 Dulles Crossing Plaza Sterling, VA 20166 703/444-0300 It is located in the parking lot of the Lowe's Home Improvement in Dulles/Sterling, VA. Meets are every friday nights during the spring/summer/fall. Awesome. Sounds like a plan for the next "Coffee & MINIs".
carman63 Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 Do any of you attend those chic-fill-a meets at the dulles town center? Im always in that area and try to stop by from time to time. It would be nice to see some of you there. Everytime I go, I usually dont see minis. I've been to a few with my Clubman. But it's hit/miss as to whether we'll make it, or how long we'll stay.
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 12, 2009 Author Report Posted August 12, 2009 Great!!! I agree with you that the Rockville one was kind of wild !!! Sometime it was a little too wild to my taste Awesome. Sounds like a plan for the next "Coffee & MINIs". I'll definitely keep posted for any meets and try to swing by if I can. I hope you guys dont mind me asking a couple of questions about your rides.:embarassed: A couple of months ago, I attended a mach v meet and a few modded minis showed up...which led into my love affair with minis and my quest to purchase one as a dd. Hubby and I both have matching evos, maybe I can convince him into buying a matching mini as well :laugh:
Da Coup Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 I will stop in for sure....NewB to Mini's but ask all the ?'s you want! :laugh: Terry (aka TonkaJr)
cmcveay Posted August 12, 2009 Report Posted August 12, 2009 Any info on a general time frame? I'd hate to make the trip out there and be too early or, worse, too late. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold
Maxicooper Posted August 13, 2009 Report Posted August 13, 2009 Some said it's normally started at 5.30pm until late (1pm ?), with 50-200 cars depending on how nice the weather is. Some were travelling back and forth from here to Rockville meetup. Here is some pix from last weekend. images from g35drivers.com
carman63 Posted August 13, 2009 Report Posted August 13, 2009 Any info on a general time frame? I'd hate to make the trip out there and be too early or, worse, too late. I've gotten there around 7PM before, and there's a lot of activity. The photos posted of last week, it was primarily a classic / hot rod theme with 50's music playing. Other times, it could be 350Zs, EVOs, and others of that ilk. But you'll always see a nice spread of cars, with plenty of car enthusiasts There are plenty of restaurants in the area as well. Usually when we go, we get a bite to eat beforehand, then go 'walk it off' -Jim
MissEvo2Mini Posted August 13, 2009 Author Report Posted August 13, 2009 I agree, 7pm will be a good time. Thats when a good majority of the crowd is there.
