Sorry it took me so long to get back to this. I'm not going to post everyone's schedule, but I don't mind if folks know mine.

Latka / Andy's First Hawaiian Auto Show Schedule:

Friday, 14 Mar 2014 - 12pm to 6pm
Saturday, 15 Mar 2014 - 10am to 6pm
Sunday, 16 Mar 2014 - 10am to 6pm

For those that don't know me, I'm a gorilla-sized motorer. I'm 6'6" and like 315lbs, so I shouldn't be too difficult to spot. Yes, I drive a MINI (and a Mini!).

Rumor has it that our display F56 (on loan only for the auto show) is sitting at the dock. Everyone cross your shifters that we can get 'er in the show! The regular F56 cars should be arriving next month. We've got our F56 launch party planned for Saturday, April 19th. I don't know the specific times, but I believe it's going to be an all-day kinda event.

Minihune, don't worry - we'll have Rxx cars there too! The only Fxx we could possibly have is the new Hardtop... for now!

 

Latka, I plan to be there on Friday, maybe around 1:00-2:00 pm or so. And will try to look around for you, but you know lots of people here kind of meet your description, except for your height. Are you a participant or a guest?

Hope to see Minihune there as well.

 

I have this funny little tag I'll be wearing that says "ANDY KAUFFMAN, MOTORING ADVISOR."

We got our F56! It's a black Cooper S. I only got to drive it from the curb inside the convention center, but I am already in love. It feels so... grown up! That's the best way I can describe it. The touch / feel of everything is really, really nice. The new harmon / kardon sound system has already been tested and Andy Approved. :D LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this new car!

 

Ok, hope to you there tomorrow.

 

Do we get to sit in the F56 or is it only for display?

 

Oh, it'll be open. Unfortunately we have to disconnect all the batteries but the seats are still manual adjustment so you can see how everything fits.

 

OK, will have to make it to the F56 demo day at MINI of Hawaii to test out the electronics.

In any event the F56 looks to be a winner.

 

F56 launch day @ MINI of Hawaii - Saturday, April 19th. I'll get the times, but I believe it's going to be all day.

 

Well, the F56 looks darn good.

Be sure to stop by the MINI booth and take it in.

It's nice to see an improved modern MINI.

 

Great to see you today! I am really excited about this new platform. Can't wait to drive one!

 

I saw the new f30 platform at the car show yesterday. It looks greatly improved from my old r56. The fit and materials are definately better. And the styling looks better than in the pictures.

 

Cars and Coffee is monthly on the 2nd sunday usually sponsored by the local Mustang Club at Kakaako in the Piano lot area near the Children's discovery Museum.

8-10am, it's pretty sunny. Sometimes they go for a drive at 10am.

There is nothing planned for March so hopefully it will happen in April.

 

Just a reminder that SCCA will have a test and tune event for autocross at Aloha Stadium lower parking lot on Sunday July 25,2014.

This is an instructional day and perfect for learning car control in a safe environment on a course that is flat and marked with orange cones.

Bring your MINI and give it a try, Snell rated Helmet M2000 or later required, you can rent one first come first served. You need closed shoes.

Once the instructor feels you are skilled enough to drive alone, you will be allowed to take a passenger (who also needs closed shoes and a Snell rated helmet) to ride along.

You can also ride along with other people/drivers/instructors in various cars.

Ever wonder what it would be like to go full throttle in a 600 HP car? Well come down and find out.

 

This sunday is the annual Curtis Lee Memorial Autocross event at Aloha Stadium lower parking lot.

You can come to watch for free, just park in the stadium parking lot for a small fee and walk over to the lower parking lot gate to sign in.

Or you can pre-register to drive in the event which is a special one with a parade lap (you can take a passenger) to honor Curtis Lee who was instrumental in developing our autocross program for many years.

Online link to pre-reg:
https://www.motorsportreg.com/events...9#.VDtdqiiJLP0

Registration ends in 3 days on October 15, 2014 6:00 PM HST



4th ANNUAL CURTIS LEE MEMORIAL RACE

Special parade laps before the start of each heat!

SCCA MEMBER Pre-Registration: $40 (Special CLM rate, lunch inlcuded)

Non-Member Pre-Registration: $55 ($40 + $15 for weekend membership)

SCCA MEMBER Walk-Up Registration: $45

Non-Member Walk-Up Registration: $60 ($45 + $15 for weekend membership)

Fun Run Card: $5 (NO FUN RUNS THIS EVENT)

Cash is NOT accepted at our events!!

** PLEASE NOTE, RUN/WORK ORDER HAS CHANGED!!! **

Car Class /Run Heat /Work Heat /Grid
PAX, FJ, STU /1 /2 /A
STC, STF, STR, STS, STX, Street Prepared /2 /1 /B
Rookie, Modified, Prepared /3 /4 /A
Street Modified, Street, Street-R /4 /3 /B


PRE-REG WILL CLOSE AT 6pm HAWAII TIME on 10/15/14.

 

Over the MLK weekend MINI of Hawaii held it's coming out party for the newest 4 door MINI.

Anyone make it there care to comment?

 

Just a reminder that on Saturday Feb 28 9am, there will be a cars and coffee in Kaneohe with the MINI club. Rally/cruise to North shore to follow and then lunch.

see that post.

 

This weekend March 13-15 is the First Hawaiian Auto Show at the Convention Center- there are many new MINIs to see.

Next weekend March 21-22 is the Aloha Car Show at Aloha Stadium lower parking lot, many car clubs, displays, guest appearances and there is a Car Show with 600+ cars.
see
http://alohacustomcarshow.com

April 26 sunday 9-11am is Cars and Coffee at Nico's parking lot Pier 38. Sponsored by the Mustang Club. Open to all cars.

link to last cars and coffee from march-
http://www.alohamustang.com/event-1813099

Hawaii Food Bank Cruise (open to all car clubs) April 19,2015, 845am drivers meeting then head out at 9am
http://www.ronsperformance.com/pdfs/FBCRUISE.pdf
Starts at Bellows Air Force Station Beach Park and ends at Koko Marina for food (can goods) donation drop off.

 

Cars and Coffee has been reorganized and has moved location

Sunday April 26 from 9-11am
Location: Aina Haina School, 801 W Hind Drive
More Details: http://carsandcoffeehawaii.org/cars-...aina-in-april/

The locations may/will vary so be sure to keep checking for updates

Schedule subject to change:
http://carsandcoffeehawaii.org/2015-schedule/

May 24 Sunday
All British Car Show (Waikiki)

June 28 SundayAina Haina Elementary School
801 W Hind Dr, Honolulu, HI 96821

July 26 Sunday
Location not yet assigned

August 23 Sunday
Aina Haina Elementary School
801 W Hind Dr, Honolulu, HI 96821

September 27 Sunday
Location not yet assigned

October 25 Sunday
Aina Haina Elementary School
801 W Hind Dr, Honolulu, HI 96821

November 22 Sunday
Location not yet assigned
Final Cars and Coffee of the Year
Awards Presentation

 

Current general car happenings in Hawaii


AUTO LUNCH BUNCH
Wednesday May 6 noon HAWAII YACHT CLUB

New Lunch Location and New Day of the Week.

From: Edward Kemper (edracers@aol.com) host of Island Driver TV and auto writer for Hi Luxury magazine.

The Auto Lunch Bunch will be at the Hawaii Yacht Club at 1739 Ala Moana Blvd. The lunch will be on the 2nd floor.

KARS AT THE KURB: Porsche Parade

New : Porsche 911 GTS convertible and Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid from Porsche of Honolulu


Older: Bob Lyons' 1989 Porsche Speedster, Mike Merino's 1976 Porsche 912E, and Ambro Ilagana's 1997 993 Carrera S (the last of the air cooled Porsches).


Speaker : Dave Rolf of Hawaii Auto Dealers Association will provide an update of the auto market in Hawaii (past, present and future) and the proposal for a hydrogen fueling station for buses, trucks, and ultimately cars.

RSVP FOR THE LUNCH PLEASE------ contact Ed Kemper at 225-2965 or email him at edracers@aol.com. The Club wants to get a handle on who is going to show up so the Club can arrange the tables and make sure there is sufficient staffing.

Next lunches on the first Wednesday of each month:
2015: June 3, July 1, Aug 5, Sept. 2, Oct 7, Nov 4. and Dec. 2.

To accommodate everyone, the configuration of the room will be with the tables in a U shape. The staff will take your order and payment of $15 (includes tip and tax) inside the second floor. You will be given an order number and the staff will deliver the food. The ice tea will be on the opposite side of the order table, and you pour your own drink. If you want a different drink you may go to the bar in the back.

The menu choices are as follows:
Chicken Caesar Wrap or Hamburger Sandwich with French Fries (burgers are made medium) or Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad.
Orders will be taken until 12:30 pm only. No orders taken after that. Late comers will need to order off the menu at regular prices.
Please serve yourself / re-fill yourself the ice tea.

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UPCOMING MOTOR EVENTS AND NEWS

Mustang Madness, May 17th
Windward Ford will host Mustang Madness in Kailua from 9 am to 4 pm featuring the Tower of Power and the Rumble Contest. Call Steve Onoue at 389-8640 for info.

British Car Day, May 24.
The annual British Car Day is set for May 24 at Kapiolani Park. Any British car can enter.
Call Brett at 521-1929 for an update and information.

Cruise Paradise 2015, June 25 to July 5 Big Island
A huge cruise of cars from all over is going to take place on the Big Island. For info contact Hawaii Classic Cruisers at 16- 579 Kipimana St Keaau Hi 96749.

East End Hot Rods Shows
The East Hot Rods will again have a number car shows at various venues. All cars and trucks are welcome. For info call, Jim Sylvester at 220-1509.

Antique Auto Meetings
The next meeting is set for May 16 at 10 am in Kailua. Call Fred at 254-0392 or Roy at 737-1991 for info..

 

There is a Cars and Coffee this sunday July 26 9-11am at Kapolei village center-
http://carsandcoffeehawaii.org


And if you are interested in getting info on MINI events in Hawaii then sign up at:
http://www.meetup.com/Hawaii-Mini-Motoring-Club/

see
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4105137

 

Sunday Nov 22, 2015

Audi Hawaii Euro Show presented with Euro Sunday at Audi Hawaii, 2770 Waiwai Loop

12noon to 3pm

Any eurocar and exotic invited.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1653719578236073/

For the owners: Enter your car for a chance to win great prizes! Prizes like a 48 hour Luxury Driving Experience in a JN Exotics car!

 

41st Annual Toys for Tots Car show and Toy collection
When
29 Nov 2015
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
Makers & Tasters Kakaako (old Fishermans Wharf)
Bring unwrapped new toys for kids to the Marines Toys For Tots collection drive. Displays of cars from Hawaii's finest car clubs! The event is being hosted by the Aloha Mustang & Shelby Club of Hawaii for all of Hawaii's car and truck clubs.

Bring UNWRAPPED toys for the Marine program. No awards, no assigned parking spaces, just a chance to help Hawaii's kids, visit with friends and check out lots of amazing rides!
The drop off location this year is at 1011 Ala Moana Blvd., the former Fisherman's Wharf location. Collection trucks will be in the lot .
At Makers & Tasters Kakaako lot, 1011 Ala Moana Blvd.

There will be a show and shine so cars will be on display from many clubs. Their will be food and beverages or you can bring your own. No Alcoholic beverages are allowed. Bring sunscreen and a chair and a tent if you plan to stay for a while. There is no shade in the parking lot.
Lets help the Marines help Hawaii's kids have a good Christmas! See you there!

 

Pretty good turnout for the Toys for Tots donation drive and car show at Kewalo Basin.
No MINIs seen however.

 

Check the announcement for MINI club "spring to action" rally on April 2 saturday-

Hope you can make it.

 

Check the announcement for MINI club "Breakfast in Kailua" rally on May 1 sunday-

see the info on the MINI club forum for Hawaii

Hope you can make it.