Not sure if this is the right place to post this. If not, please move it to the right section.

PURPOSE

An opportunity for car enthusiast (mostly BMWs) to get together, put names to faces, share car stories and ideas, show off our cars, and show our gratitude to the members of our Armed Forces by raising money and contributing to the Fisher House Foundation. Briefly, the Fisher House Foundation provide free temporary housing for families of wounded Veterans at major military and VA medical centers.

LOCATION

The parking lot at Racing Dynamics (4750 Eisenhower Ave. Alexandria, Virginia 22304) and the huge parking lot accross the street.

DATE & TIME

Currently April 29th. Time is 12:00 to 4:00 (al open for suggestion on time).

RAFFLE

To raise money for donations to the Fisher House Foundation, we will raffle as many items as we can that have some value to someone. Currently, we have:


(1) Rasp Terminator
(2) oil changes from Martin Mototsprts
(2) Hi-Flo Panel Fitlers from East Coast Induction Systems
(1) Injen powerflow kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada
(1) $50.00 gift certificate from Borla
Racing Dynamics will be contributing some parts.
Emails have been sent out to several other compaines such as UUC, Turner Motorsports, Magnaflow, Rotora, SuperSprint, etc., requesting donations.

ACTIVITIES

Dixie Bones will cater this event. $8.00 per person for chicken, pork, slaw, and baked beans. The money collected for the food would be part of the overall donation to the Fisher House.

A photographer will be there to take pictures of cars, people, pets…and the event. For a small donation, people could have a professional picture of their car and/or family. We will setup an area that has a nice background for some car shots.

There will be some high-end show cars there on display.

FISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION
http://www.fisherhouse.org/aboutUs/aboutUs.shtml

http://www.custom-performance.net/pictures/FH.jpg

Because members of the military and their families are stationed worldwide and must often travel great distances for specialized medical care, Fisher House™ Foundation donates "comfort homes," built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers. These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful time - during the hospitalization resulting from injuries sustained during combat.

All donations are tax deductible. If you provide your name and address, Fisher House will send out official receipts. Donations can also be made directly to the Fisher House Foundation.

GET THE WORD OUT

Updates can be found at the link below. I'll also post updates here as necessary.

Northern Virginia Spring Meet for Wounded Veterans on 4/29 click -> HERE (http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?p=2120547#post2120547)

I'm hoping to attend this! Pro pics of my car would be really cool!

i think the cause is even cooler. i'll have to check my calender.

Of course. The cause is the coolest part!

Well not to bust this meets bubble but there is the rather large University of Maryland meet that day. :(

Well not to bust this meets bubble but there is the rather large University of Maryland meet that day. :(

This started as just a local meet of M3s - then we thought it would be good to raise a few $$ for a local charity...then we found the Fisher House Foundation. Then it took off like wild fire. We considered the the UMD meet (I'm and alumni there) ....talked it over with a many local guys...and decided to go fot it. The next available day would have been mid May - and then there are other events that conflict.

So far, we have the following items for raffle:

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive

Companies that have agreed to donate parts for the raffle include:

Racing Dynamics

Turner Motorsports

EisenHaus

I am waiting on responses from:

Magnaflow
K&N
AFE
UUC
Premier Performance
Rotora
Vorsteiner

I don't know if i'm going to be in town that day but if I am i'll stop by.

:redspot

I'll try to make it out.

Hopefully I can make it.

I'll be there possibly. Depends on if I'm in the country.

Hope to be there. Semper Fi.

Open to all Cars?/Euros?

Hope to be there. Semper Fi.

Open to all Cars?/Euros?

Come one come all...

I created a flyer for the meet so that everyone can print one out and put it on the bulletin board at work, school, bar, gym, etc...

https://www.custom-performance.net/euromeet.jpg

https://www.custom-performance.net/euromeet.jpg

I should also mention that Rogers & Company (http://rogerspllc.com/) will be on hand to tally and secure the donations.

Come one come all...

Sweet. I hope to see everyone there.

Something tells me I'll be here instead of the Maryland meet.

good stuff.. hope to see you there

Have any flyers printed or a full size of this? Maybe distrubute at the Auto Skills shop at say Fort Belvoir, Quantico MCAS, Fort Meyer, Andrews and Bolling AFB's?

I would suggest contacting public affairs and asking them if they would put them in their paper or post on their community bulletin boad's.

Worth a shot since us Military guys know that the Fisher House is a good deal.

Also the NCC president is the Coast Guard commander in Alexandria.

I'll be there. :wave:

This charity event is now on the Upcoming Event Page on the Fisher House Foundtion website.

http://www.fisherhouse.org/upcoming/upcoming.shtml

Have any flyers printed or a full size of this? Maybe distrubute at the Auto Skills shop at say Fort Belvoir, Quantico MCAS, Fort Meyer, Andrews and Bolling AFB's?

I would suggest contacting public affairs and asking them if they would put them in their paper or post on their community bulletin boad's.

Worth a shot since us Military guys know that the Fisher House is a good deal.

Also the NCC president is the Coast Guard commander in Alexandria.
Here's the flyer I put together:

https://www.custom-performance.net/euromeet.jpg

https://www.custom-performance.net/euromeet.jpg

I live about 3 miles from there. I will try to come by. I am interested in meeting some folks from the site. I will also try to bring my friend and his S4.

Cool...

So far, for the raffle, we have:

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator for an E46 M3 from Custom Performance Innovations

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters for E46 M3 from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) K&N intake system for 2002 to 2004 Nissan Armada

(1) Racing Dynamics Strut Tower Brace E46 or E36

(1) Window Tinting

(1) $50 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

An assortment of t-shirts from Turner Motors Sports.

I'm still working on a few companies.

UPDATE ON RAFFLE ITEMS

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

(1) Window Tinting (to be installed at Martin Motorsports)

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive (the winner agrees to sell it on eBay and send the money to the Fisher House Founsdation)

(1) Dinner for two from Gordon Biersch in Tyson's Corner (Thanks to Bill)

Turner Motorsport has donated seveal t-shirts (some long sleeve) and a few hats.

Racing Dynamics will be donating some items. Also, Dave at Racing Dynamics is contacting some of the car magazines that they deal with to come out and cover this event. If no one is available, we will submit our on article (with lots of pictures).

Also - Hard Times Cafe has agreed to donate the food - chili and cornbread. All we need is sodas and bottled water.

MORE STUFF ADDED TO THE RAFFLE LIST

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

(1) Window Tinting (installed by Matt @ Martin Motorsports)

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive (the winner agrees to sell it on eBay and send the money to the Fisher House Founsdation)

(1) Dinner for two from Gordon Biersch in Tyson's Corner (Thanks to Bill)

Seveal t-shirts (some long sleeve) and a few hats from Turner Motorsport

Racing Dynamics will be donating some items.

AND...

(1) Fender rolling for a BMW E46 by LipTuck Performance ($100 value). Gain some fender clearance for your custom aftermarket wheels. This will be performed during the event (if the winner chooses). Many people would like to see how fender rolling in done professionally.

Why just for an e46? What makes them so different?

Why just for an e46? What makes them so different?

This meet started as a Spring meet for a bunch of guys from the M3Fourms - which is mostly E46 M3s, then once it turned into a charity event for wounded veterans, it took off like wild fire. So, we opened it up to all Euro cars, all years, all makes, etc. (really, because of what we are trying to do, anybody can bring anything). We don't want to exclude anyone.

i'll most likely show up with some people

UPDATED RAFFLE LIST

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

(1) Window Tinting (installed by Matt @ Martin Motorsports)

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive (the winner agrees to sell it on eBay and send the money to the Fisher House Founsdation)

(1) Dinner for two from Gordon Biersch in Tyson's Corner (Thanks to Bill)

Seveal t-shirts (some long sleeve) and a few hats from Turner Motorsport

Racing Dynamics will be donating some items.

AND...

(1) Fender rolling for a BMW E46 by LipTuck Performance ($100 value). Gain some fender clearance for your custom aftermarket wheels. This will be performed during the event (if the winner chooses). Many people would like to see how fender rolling in done professionally.

AND NOW...

(2) Cases (that's right! 2 cases - 24 quarts) of Motul engine oil (viscosity 0W40) from Road Race Technolgies in Dulles VA (thanks Matt!). Depending on the winner, Matt is willing to match the vehicle specified viscosity.

Why just for an e46? What makes them so different?

If you are reffering to the fender rolling, I am sure Mark (Liptuck) can work with you. I know most of his experinces are witht he E46, but he could probably venture out.

Yeah I was, thank you. I know a guy who will let me borrow a fender roller, but I was just curious as to why it was just offered for e46's. Thanks though.

hmmmmmmm This sounds interesting. Depending on my plans I might come I might not.

Any Girls?! :-D

hmmmmmmm This sounds interesting. Depending on my plans I might come I might not.

Any Girls?! :-D

I'll bring some, Anthony ;).

I'll bring some, Anthony ;).

:confused :rolleyes

:)

Jack, the MOTUL is a multi-brand grade and the viscosity is ok for year round which is good as it extends oil change intervals to 10K miles for NA engines and 8K for turbo. The E-Tech standard meets the highest rating (VW Turbo) as well as Porsche, MB and BMW long life. No bardering for the wnner; whatever they drive (outsde a diesel), they are good to go!

We are really excited to be a part of what you have put together and feel this is the least we can do considering your efforts and Gary/Racing Dynamics' offering their facilities. Our two buddies managed to run into each other in some out of the way truck stop and posted some pics in our "RRT in Iraq" forum section on our website. Kinda of a neat story for a life style that is likely lonely at times for those over there.

Jack, the MOTUL is a multi-brand grade and the viscosity is ok for year round which is good as it extends oil change intervals to 10K miles for NA engines and 8K for turbo. The E-Tech standard meets the highest rating (VW Turbo) as well as Porsche, MB and BMW long life. No bardering for the wnner; whatever they drive (outsde a diesel), they are good to go!

We are really excited to be a part of what you have put together and feel this is the least we can do considering your efforts and Gary/Racing Dynamics' offering their facilities. Our two buddies managed to run into each other in some out of the way truck stop and posted some pics in our "RRT in Iraq" forum section on our website. Kinda of a neat story for a life style that is likely lonely at times for those over there.

Thanks Matt - it's my pleasure. If I don't see you at the meet. I will make it a point to stop by your shop in the very near future.

Great fun for a great cause! That location sounds like across the street from the old Army Materiel Command post....know that big lot well!


See you all there!:wavey

Great fun for a great cause! That location sounds like across the street from the old Army Materiel Command post....know that big lot well!


See you all there!:wavey

That's right - almost directly across the street.

sweet ;)

Not to infringe on this but NCC should try and use this lot for some auto Xing since it is a perfect location and on Sunday's it's a quiet area.

The only issue is the residential area across the street. But hey build your house in a Business zoned area shame on you.

Hung a bunch of posters all over work...lots of folks interested!


Still need some bottled water? (mentioned in the Hard Times Cafe donation)

It's fun to help! ;)

UPDATED RAFFLE LIST and WEATHER CHECK

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

(1) Window Tinting (installed by Matt @ Martin Motorsports)

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive (the winner agrees to sell it on eBay and send the money to the Fisher House Founsdation)

(1) Dinner for two from Gordon Biersch in Tyson's Corner (Thanks to Bill)

Seveal t-shirts (some long sleeve) and a few hats from Turner Motorsport

AND...

(1) Fender rolling for a BMW E46 by LipTuck Performance ($100 value). Gain some fender clearance for your custom aftermarket wheels. This will be performed during the event (if the winner chooses). Many people would like to see how fender rolling in done professionally.

PLUS...

(2) Cases (that's right! 2 cases - 24 quarts) of Motul engine oil (viscosity 0W40) from Road Race Technolgies in Dulles VA (thanks Matt!). Depending on the winner, Matt is willing to match the vehicle specified viscosity.

AND EVEN MORE...

(1) $25 Gift Certificate from Hard Times Cafe

(1) GTR Style Strut Tower Brace for BMW E36 or E46 (both M and 3-series) from Racing Dynamics.

(1) Set of Aluminum Race Peddles from Racing Dynamics

WEATHER CHECK

Current forecast is partly cloudy and 72 degrees...perfect. :redspot

Are E31s allowed? If not, I can bring the Z3.

Are E31s allowed? If not, I can bring the Z3.

Are you kidding? They are mandatory. :devillook

Are E31s allowed? If not, I can bring the Z3.

Absolutely!

Ok I am there with my Diamond Black 860. XRadman will be there with his Glacier Blue (The most beautiful BMW color) 850 and Possibly John with his Jet Black 850 Twin Turbo. I have invited a few other E31 owners in the area but no commitments yet but a couple of red 840's might show up from Georgetown.

Is there any pre-registration needed for the photographer? I may want to get some glamour shots of my car and help out the cause.

Ahmed: I'll be there with my Nikon DSLR. PM me if you want some shots taken.

Ahmed: I'll be there with my Nikon DSLR. PM me if you want some shots taken.

I'll have mine too.

I'll have mine too.

Plus - we'll have a semi-pro there.

Here's the update RAFFLE LIST.

B]UPDATED RAFFLE LIST and WEATHER CHECK[/B]

(2) Oil Changes from Martin Motorsports in Alexandria VA.

(1) Rasp Terminator from Custom Performance Innovations.

(2) Hi-Flo Panel Filters from East Coast Induction Systems.

(1) $50.00 Gift Certificate from Borla (plus some goody bags)

(1) Window Tinting (installed by Matt @ Martin Motorsports)

(1) Injen Powerflow Kit for 2004-2005 Nissan Armada from Keystone Automotive (the winner agrees to sell it on eBay and send the money to the Fisher House Founsdation)

(1) Dinner for two from Gordon Biersch in Tyson's Corner (Thanks to Bill)

Seveal t-shirts (some long sleeve) and a few hats from Turner Motorsport

AND...

(1) Fender rolling for a BMW E46 by LipTuck Performance ($100 value). Gain some fender clearance for your custom aftermarket wheels. This will be performed during the event (if the winner chooses). Many people would like to see how fender rolling in done professionally.

AND EVEN MORE...

(1) $25 Gift Certificate from Hard Times Cafe

(1) GTR Style Strut Tower Brace for BMW E36 or E46 (both M and 3-series) from Racing Dynamics.

(1) Set of Aluminum Race Peddles from Racing Dynamics


EDIT...

(3) Full Service Oil changes from Road Race Technolgies in Dulles VA. Rather than 2 cases of Motul, RRT will is donating 3 oil changes for any type of car - from VW to Porsche.

WEATHER CHECK

Current forecast - mostly sunny and 75 degrees.

Looks to be a good turn out. I've got flyers up in both of our offices - see everyone there.

I might be there if I get my new E30. :buttrock

RAFFLE UPDATE

I just received the gift certificate from Borla. It's not a $50 gift certificate like they said it would be....IT IS 50% OFF ANY BORLA PRODUCT! :wow

The winner has to redeem the certifcate with Borla directly. So, winner can get the M3 Borla exhaust with the dual round tips, for $637 or the M3 Borla midpipe for $344.00....or any Borla product for any car.

DIRECTIONS

Electrodyne (Racing Dynamics) is located at 4750 Eisenhower Ave. Alexandria, Virginia 22304. If you use the address 4920 Eisenhower Ave. in Google or your NAV system, it will take you to the parking lot.


Exit 174 off 495
Left on Eisenhower Ave
Left into Electrodyne (Racing Dynamics) Parking Lot


http://www.custom-performance.net/pictures/RD-MAP.jpg

The raffle will begin at 3:00.

ROFFLE MY RAFFLE!

Hope I will be able to come.

zomg i won't be there

darn. See you guys around noon.

darn. See you guys around noon.

Can I drive the M? :devillook

I promise, I will be gentle. :shifty :D

On the way now.

Just got back. A great gathering of cars and people. Sorry I had to leave early (I even had my raffle tickets) but had a family urgency. It was nice to meet you (Those I met), but wish I had more time to shake each and everyone's hand.

Here are the pictures I took. (http://picasaweb.google.com/Ahmed303Laurel/Euro_Meet_04292007)

Pictures on the M3 forum (http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=158708)

What happened to the 512 TR. Why didn't it come in?

Just got back. A great gathering of cars and people. Sorry I had to leave early (I even had my raffle tickets) but had a family urgency. It was nice to meet you (Those I met), but wish I had more time to shake each and everyone's hand.

Here are the pictures I took. (http://picasaweb.google.com/Ahmed303Laurel/Euro_Meet_04292007)

Pictures on the M3 forum (http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=158708)

What happened to the 512 TR. Why didn't it come in?


Hah! You beat me to my own link. :buttrock

Very fun indeed. Glad to meet the number of members I did today. :thumbs:

Not sure why the 512 didn't stay long. Didn't he go get an Aston Martin also? (I missed the chance to get a pic of that)

Hah! You beat me to my own link. :buttrock

LOL. Sorry dude. Had too much idle time on hand. Man! Your car looked awsome. How do you keep your paint so pristine. Looked like Wet paint.:buttrock

LOL. Sorry dude. Had too much idle time on hand. Man! Your car looked awsome. How do you keep your paint so pristine. Looked like Wet paint.:buttrock


Thanks. :D

I used some quick detail after I washed her this morning before the meet. Quick detailer between waxes ftw!

Great Meet!!

And we accomplished what we set out to do. Thanks to all - the total donations were…

$1,915.00

We will be making a formal presentation to the Fisher House Foundation later this week with pics of the presentation.

Big, BIG, thanks to Dave at Electrodyne (Racing Dynamics) for the use of his facility, Gary at Martin Motorsports for his support and enthusiasm, Mile at Ultra Sound DJs (the owner) for donating his time and equipment, and the Custom Performance girls (Angela, Heather, Kelly, and Darcy) for their help.

Thanks to those that were taking pictures and sharing them here. I’ll have a CD later this week and will post pictures of those that have not already been posted.

Thanks again…to all!

See some of the first pictures here:

http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=158708

The winner has to redeem the certifcate with Borla directly. So, winner can get the M3 Borla exhaust with the dual round tips, for $637 or the M3 Borla midpipe for $344.00....or any Borla product for any car.

Dang! I had to leave early. I really wanted to get a set of Borla exhaust for the wife-mobile.

Thanks to the Sponsors, Had a good time hanging out with friends, There were some serious cars there today. Forgot to mention a shout out to the folks who setup and organised the shingdig.

Its was a great day and for a great cause. Good to see some old friends and some sick bimmers!

Its was a great day and for a great cause. Good to see some old friends and some sick bimmers!

+1 Thanks to the sponsors and the organizers. :buttrock

It was nice meeting everyone. Here are photos from the event.

Euro Car Meet (http://web.mac.com/milien/iWeb/Euro%20Car%20Meet/Photos.html)

awesome seeing people around the area. funny i was there were only 2 e34's haha

Here are my pics.. should have more up later tonight

RD Meet (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=467696)

Here are my pics.. should have more up later tonight

RD Meet (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=467696)

Hey Budman..thanks for posting one of my little stock 318 vert. She may not be fancy, but I love her anyway! ;)

Nice tally for a great cause!

Nice turnout and great pics! Thanks for sharing.

It was nice meeting everyone. Here are photos from the event.

Euro Car Meet (http://web.mac.com/milien/iWeb/Euro%20Car%20Meet/Photos.html)


That pic of the 3 Ladies in Red with the dog is priceless.

Wish I had seen this thread yesterday. :(

Hey Budman..thanks for posting one of my little stock 318 vert. She may not be fancy, but I love her anyway! ;)

Nice tally for a great cause!

No problem.. I tried to get some of everyone.. there are still alot I haven't put up yet.. need to find more time to go through them

That's awesome...my wife's audi was the only audi there