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by Tony Cooney
Wed Dec 03, 2014 4:52 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Dublin in 1969
Replies: 3
Views: 4669

Re: Dublin in 1969

Cheers Keith.

Still on sabbatical but keeping an eye on here from time to time! ;-)

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by Tony Cooney
Wed Dec 03, 2014 12:07 am
Forum: General
Topic: Dublin in 1969
Replies: 3
Views: 4669

Dublin in 1969

Plenty of Minis to be seen in this RTE footage of Dublin in 1969:

http://www.rte.ie/archives/2014/1202/66 ... n-traffic/
by Tony Cooney
Thu May 08, 2014 8:57 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: MTM2014
Replies: 4
Views: 4729

MTM2014

Best of luck to everyone who is taking part in MTM2014.
It is probably the BEST Irish Mini event of the year :-)
by Tony Cooney
Thu Jan 02, 2014 8:44 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: IMM2014 - 31st July-4th August - Time to book your holidays
Replies: 67
Views: 28902

Re: IMM2014 - 31st July-4th August - Time to book your holid

I'll be in France from 20th July until 10th August Billy, why don't you pop over and say hello!! :)
by Tony Cooney
Sat Dec 28, 2013 3:46 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Happy christmas
Replies: 7
Views: 4984

Re: Happy christmas

Seasons Greetings All.

I hope 2014 is a great year for you and your Minis :-)
by Tony Cooney
Wed Nov 06, 2013 5:24 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Tracey Lynn RIP
Replies: 13
Views: 7225

Re: Tracey Lynn RIP

Sad news. Sorry for your loss John and family.
by Tony Cooney
Tue Oct 22, 2013 12:54 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Camping Weekend games
Replies: 10
Views: 6414

Re: Camping Weekend games

That's a fantastic amount for a great charity. Well done to all involved :-)
by Tony Cooney
Tue Sep 24, 2013 6:00 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Car insurance
Replies: 19
Views: 11644

Re: Car insurance

Try Autoline, based in Coleraine but will insure in the Republic.

Telephone: 01-490 1000 (Dublin Number)

http://www.autoline.co.uk/
by Tony Cooney
Mon Sep 16, 2013 4:30 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Charity Money handover for Children's Hospital Temple St
Replies: 3
Views: 4494

Re: Charity Money handover for Children's Hospital Temple St

Great work by everyone involved in raising such a fantastic amount for a deserving charity :-)
by Tony Cooney
Thu Aug 15, 2013 8:00 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Camping Weekend Entry List
Replies: 23
Views: 13425

Re: Camping Weekend Entry List

Have fun folks!
by Tony Cooney
Fri Aug 09, 2013 12:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Seen a Mini?
Replies: 2237
Views: 1376280

Re: Seen a Mini?

Bonjour de France!

Here for a few weeks exploring mostly Normandy, Franche-compte then on to switzerland and Germany before doing the war time beaches on the return leg.

Have spotted 3 Minis so far:One1 I'll post on Facebook shortly as it was parked up. the other 2 were while I was driving.
by Tony Cooney
Fri Aug 09, 2013 12:55 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Sad news
Replies: 21
Views: 13095

Re: Sad news

(In McDonalds, Besancon for free wifi) I was really sad to hear by text the news of Mike's passing earlier in the week. He certainly was a gentleman and always had time for a chat anytime I met him. He was also an active member of the IVVCC so I got to meet him a few times a year between both club's...
by Tony Cooney
Thu Aug 01, 2013 3:04 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Camping Weekend Entry List
Replies: 23
Views: 13425

Re: Camping Weekend Entry List

I know there are still another couple of weeks before the camping weekend but as I won't be around for a few weeks, I'd just like to wish everyone one involved (from participants to those who are working hard behind the scenes) a fantastic time. Hopefully, the weather will pick up again like it was ...
by Tony Cooney
Mon Jul 29, 2013 3:14 pm
Forum: Projects and My Mini
Topic: Clubman Estate Barn Find - Co. Galway
Replies: 178
Views: 185973

Re: Clubman Estate Barn Find - Co. Galway

Good progress there Billy. IMM2014?
by Tony Cooney
Tue Jul 23, 2013 1:19 am
Forum: General
Topic: Seen a Mini?
Replies: 2237
Views: 1376280

Re: Seen a Mini?

Spotted a nicely refurbed 1983 Mini (83 CW 410) in Capel Street, Dublin last Friday afternoon :-)
by Tony Cooney
Tue Jul 23, 2013 1:14 am
Forum: Events
Topic: bridges run of roscommon 21th july
Replies: 15
Views: 9475

Re: bridges run of roscommon 21th july

Looks like a fun day out was had :-)
by Tony Cooney
Mon Jul 15, 2013 4:03 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Mick's July Monthly Meeting
Replies: 2
Views: 3893

Re: Mick's July Monthly Meeting

Cheers Milton,

The social evenings are a nice way to catch up with members past and present.
I'm working until 9pm so will see how things go if I can make it our or not.
by Tony Cooney
Sun Jul 14, 2013 6:28 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: Eastern Region Curragh Picnic/Social- Sunday 14th July
Replies: 3
Views: 4663

Re: Eastern Region Curragh Picnic/Social- Sunday 14th July

Great turn out on The Curragh today helped in no small part by the fantastic weather.
Lots of games, kites flying and BBQ's sizzling plus one of the clubs youngest members, Dillon Egan, has promised to organise a club run in the future :)

Cheers Martin for organising today's event.
by Tony Cooney
Thu Jul 11, 2013 12:40 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Eastern Region Curragh Picnic/Social- Sunday 14th July
Replies: 3
Views: 4663

Re: Eastern Region Curragh Picnic/Social- Sunday 14th July

Looking forward to seeing yee on Sunday :)
by Tony Cooney
Thu Jul 11, 2013 12:34 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Tramore Classic Run and Show- 14th July 2013
Replies: 3
Views: 3723

Re: Tramore classic run and show- 14th July 2013

Hi All, Remember me!!! While I've not physically been at recent events, I have been there in spirit and kept up to date on members experiences. It's great to see so much club activity taking place and for 2 events on the same day in the one region with support for both is fantastic :) What's even be...
by Tony Cooney
Fri Jul 05, 2013 9:49 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Irish Classic & Vintage Motor Show Terenure. 7th July
Replies: 21
Views: 11080

Re: Irish Classic & Vintage Motor Show Terenure. 7th July

The weather is shaping up to be nice for the weekend so it will be nice for this show.
Due to a family celebration I won't be free to attend. Enjoy :)
by Tony Cooney
Thu Jun 20, 2013 12:49 am
Forum: Events
Topic: IMM 2017
Replies: 48
Views: 24751

Re: IMM 2017

Stayed here last weekend.
http://www.breaffyhouseresort.com/

- 40 acres of grounds (camping)
- Hotel/Apartment rooms
- Leisure (indoor/outdoor) centre
- Good road access
- Close to Castlebar
- Plenty of tourist attractions nearby
- Helicopter pad!!

Has potential for an IMM.......
by Tony Cooney
Sat Jun 08, 2013 2:44 am
Forum: Events
Topic: MTM Greetings
Replies: 3
Views: 4943

MTM Greetings

Greetings from your Chancellor in Berlin!!!! I've just been having beers with Angela Merkel who, like me, would wish you all a safe and pleasant trip from North to South today. Most of you will be in bed now but if they are still playing Ceili music in McGrorys then, no doubt someone is still up :) ...
by Tony Cooney
Wed May 29, 2013 5:31 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: IMM2013 - Mugello, Italy 17-20 May 2013
Replies: 269
Views: 101823

Re: IMM2013 - Mugello, Italy 17-20 May 2013

Have a scroll through the IMM2013 Facebook page for some feedback and photos.
No doubt, once those who attended catch up on their sleep, there will be more updates on here.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/imm2013/
by Tony Cooney
Wed May 22, 2013 10:00 pm
Forum: General
Topic: mtm survival kit
Replies: 9
Views: 5235

Re: mtm survival kit

The most common breakdown that people really needed help for going to this years IMM was wheel bearings, there were a good few looking for assistance on that one. Have your Mini prepared to do the event before you go, check everything, do a service, oil and grease as needed. If you prepeare beforeh...