Hello fellow Gamma Drivers.
On the link below you can find the pictures of the 1st International Gamma Drivers Meeting in Holland.
Thanks for participating !
Check out the pictures:
http://www.xs4all.nl/~rudez/dutch.html
Pictures of Ronald Bosch :
http://home.wanadoo.nl/ronaldbosch/
Have fun, Cheers,
Ruud
Gamma Drivers Holland
www.xs4all.nl/~rudez
Dutch Gamma Meeting Pictures On-Line
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Christian Skjott
Dutch Gamma Meeting - A Resumé
I knew pretty early on, that this would be the annual Gamma meeting I would be able to make, so I was somewhat better prepared, however it being only my second meeting in a Gamma ever. The driving team would somewhat consist of the same guys as for last years event, my old man and myself, but the third man on board for the Gamma model's 25th anniversary meet, Ruud Van Zwet, was now waiting at our destination as our host.
I calculated a 7 hour drive to Zoetermeer (NL) from Copenhagen (DK), and picked up my old man at the airfield, where he now works. As it has become customary on our drives, we used the GPS (Global Positioning System) from the outstart. It was plugged into the ashtray where the lighter goes, and with waypoints set, we drove off. I do get this same lump in my gut, everytime I set out on a long journey in the Gamma, a chronic sensation derriving from all the somewhat grimm stories of things going bad with the Gamma, allthough I have never really had any serious problems really worth mentioning with my cars. I only write these pieces in the Forum, because I love the cars and think they merit all possible attention. Also I have the slight hope that it might actually encourage more Lancisti's, who either have one or want to get one, to run it as much as possible and as far as possible, while at the same time defusing much apprehension and miscomprehensions about this particular and exclusive Lancia model.
I was speeding from the very beginning, as my old man would put to me, giving me readings from the GPS. But secretly I was thinking that if something were to go wrong, might as well be sooner than later, besides my Gamma isn't very good in the 110- 130 kph region, too much noise from the valves, which to me sounds generally unhealthy in the long run. So I have a problem running my Gamma, as I rather go faster than slow, and speeding tickets, like anywhere else but Germany I guess, are pretty hefty. We were going 140-150 kph, which is fast enough in Denmark. Besides I wasn't going to waste unnecessary time getting to the meet, I had been waiting long enough for this day, and I just wanted to get away from the rain, messing up two days of washing and polishing.
There' s a little 'aber dabei' with having a GPS onboard and running a Gamma to such an event, it has a tendency to spur perfomance. And the countdown of km's is never quick enough, actually felt at times as if Zoetermeer wasn't getting any nearer, and there were in fact moments when the road would be going in the opposite direction and readings were off the chart. But we got there in 6h 24m 46s, covering 784.3 kms with an average speed of 122.3 kph, top speed 193 kph. We even got lost in Zoetermeer, making a wrong turn, which is indeed a lonely place round midnight, but we did manage to ask our way. It's never easy though, finding your way in a strange place and in the dark. Finally at our hotel, easily recognized by Gamma cars allready parked outside, I couldn't wait to get out of the car and see if perhaps someone was still up, but we were just 15 mins late, they had all gone to bed. It would be tomorrow.
At breakfast I met the international bunch, "Pistol" Pete and his wife, René "Mr. Berlina" and family, Theo "The Greek" and family and Gerhard "Cosi fan Tutti" with Jr., a thirteen year old with an impressive array of healthy interests, cars, photography, mature girls and food, not necessarily in that order. After breakfast we scrambled to the parking lot, and "Big Boy" Ruud had just arrived. Then the cars just poured in one by one. 17 in all, the majority being dutch. Just nearby there was a gas station and I went there to have a look at a modification I had just made two days earlier for this particular event. Fitting a steering wheel from Motolita, which in fact is not a Motolita, but paid for as such, is instead a Lecarra, but the horn couldn't work due to a differently sized connector ring, so in my genius, I modified a jelly jar lid to fit. Unfortunatly the end result, which did work for a few days, was uneven enough to break off the spring action coal pin hotwiring the horn, so to my horror I would have no horn for the event, which was probably for the best anyway, as I would surely have used it a great deal. Also I was hoping to perhaps clean my car a bit and restore some of the brightwork done for the occasion. Roadkill (dead bugs) by the thousands decorating my hood, headlamps and windscreen, and traces of tectyl I spray everywhere, made my car once again the dirtiest of the bunch. So much for driving at night and in the rain. Fortunately for my somewhat lazy ego, a Gamma event is not really a beauty contest, but just about being there.
And on my way into the washtunnel drive, a black Coup came head on, blocking my way, how unfortunate! It was Don "The Ron". His Gamma Coup is believed to be originally Black, very rare as it is, but there are no signs of any respray, and I must say; the car is stunning in black, emphasized by cream leather interior. It does have some odd detailing, but seeing Ron's pride and joy, this will probably be sorted at some point. We greeted and went back to the hotel. In the parking lot everybody was nestling around everybody elses car. Lots to look at, lots to tell and talk about. Funny about these cars, and perhaps it's that way at any gathering of the same cars, that no two cars are identical in either detailing, behaviour or posture. But I like to think it's simply because the Gamma cars are handbuilt, that the detailing came down to the individual mechanic's mood and good sense the day he assembled 'that' one.
At 10.30 we drove off. Leading was Ruud, who in a printed description with very detailed maps of the route, at the bottom had specified something to this effect; "Follow my leader, and Christian, do not overtake!". We drove to Scheveningen, a beach resort outside Den Haag. It was difficult to maintain an even colonne, with so many lights through town not considering an outing of 17 cars. Then we made a right and oozed down the promenade, going pretty slow, and after a few km's when I looked in my mirror for the row of Gamma's behind me, I saw none. We had lost everybody. All 15 cars. Ruud then made a left and I managed to stop our leader without use of a horn (big beams on the Gamma!).. So there we were, scouting the beach drive, hoping for a glimpse of any Gamma, I calmed Ruud by saying they'd be here soon enough, following the map. We agreed they must have missed the turn, but to my surprise Ruud continued, that he wasn't sure he had followed the map exactly himself, and that it was hard to plot a good route ahead..... We stood in an amused silence, when the cars pulled up from behind. It wasn't all of them, but we proceeded to the 1st destination, which was the pier in the harbour, hoping the remaining cars would show up there. And so they did, coming in from left, right and center and we got the first photo opportunity as the cars lined up.
From there we drove to the countryside, back through Scheveningen, and all followed suit. We even drove on Zwetweg, probably a relative of Ruud's, nice touch.
Holland is a quaint country, on one side you're driving level with a canal, and on the other side there'll be a 30 feet drop to farmland and windmills galore. Houses line the canals everywhere, with little draw bridges going across. We stopped at an Inn, "de Hanepoel" where we had a hearty lunch after an extensive translation of the menu by the natives, describing the various dishes. Dutch does have some similarities to german. After lunch I was introduced to the belgian Gamma Coup, with a beefed up exhaust. Rear silencer removed and a stainless steel tube fitted from the main, in a straight line curving upwards to the panel in the end, father and son did it. I was very curious about the exhaust, because it's the only feature on the Gamma where I can say, I'm pretty ambivalent. On the one hand it's the original, but on the other hand, it doesn't fit the rest. Seems the designer and Chief Mechanic never conferred on this matter, because there is a perfectly shaped indentation in the rear panel to cuddle an exhaust, and the one fitted on all, bends out to the left and away from the car horisontally, and can be seen on most models of that era, and it literally steps out. They must have been given a discount for the lot. And the belgian car wasn't loud or intrusive as one might have thought due to the modification. I checked it out. A good, clean and appealing mod. Even releases a few extra hp's, which can't be all bad.
After lunch came a very interesting bit of the event. Meeting up with Lancia Club Netherland at HRH The Prince's estate. We drove quite a bit through the grounds, all paths and forrest. There was a serving of many Lancia models, Flavia, Fulvia (and Zagato), Beta, Delta, MonteCarlo, Aurelia, a Rolls Royce! and I had my first close up with a Lancia Flaminia 3C GT 2.8, I have always coveted, which was owned by a pretty dutch girl, named Marguerite, yes, just like the flower. I really enjoyed that part. A nice setting, beautiful cars, a pretty girl and a load of 'car' talk. In and out between the cars, there were roosters and hens running wild, his Highness' lunch, I suppose. Apart from this, I believe they were quite impressed with the number of Gamma's showing up. I know I was. Anyway, we stayed there much too long, as the sky opened up and showered us with it's glory. All wet, it was finally time for a dinner with everyone, and we drove off to an argentinian restaurant. There was a particularly nice waiter there, from San Domingo, who sparkled later as he showed with a guitar and played the latin notes. Ruud gave a speech, short and to the point, and handed out 3 prizes for distance. I got 3rd prize, even though I really, really tried to lie my way to 1st prize, by claiming that we had had to deroute through Poland to get there, thus covering at least 1800 km's. Didn't work! Actually it's a very nice and symbolic prize, instead of giving a prize which rubs other drivers faces with who has the finer car. To me, they're all equal and just as fine. Undeniably a Lancia Gamma. Also considering the tightrope it can sometimes be to run one, just showing up merits a prize, and a prize for distance is one all can get, and really embodies the spirit in which the Gammaholics meet.
Day 2 would bring us south, to the area round Rotterdam, where the day ended at the castle in Haarzuilens. We made our way through the Dutch country side, and although it rained some, it was a nice drive. There's just something about driving along and anytime you look, there will be a view of your own special car in multiple colour and in multiple angles. You might think I'm rambling, but consider the fact that I have the only Gamma driving in Denmark, and only get to see the Gamma, when I walk to and fro. So seeing it 'live' in so many ways at once is extraordinary. I wish to give a special thanks to "Mr. Berlina" for entrusting me with his Berlina Aut. and his family. We switched and I got a glance at my car among the others. I encourage other drivers to try it, just once, hard as it may be to let go of ones' own steering wheel. So now I have also tried the Berlina and on top the renowned autobox. It's pretty smooth and it's definetly a Gamma, however on a bigger scale than what I'm used to. At lunch, where we had secretly agreed among us that one of the prize takers should give a 'thank you' speech to the organizer, which fell on me, I hereby take the opportunity to elaborate on my speech: I forgot to say, that behind the man (Ruud) there is another man, Henk. So, thank you, Ruud and thank you, Henk, Gamma Driver's Holland. Hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Anyway, after lunch we had a new pilot, Eric in his blue Berlina leading the last leg to the castle. Unwillingly or unknowingly he managed a nice route around the country, and even got friendly with a local, when he had to ask the way. The smarter local bummed a ride downtown and sent us off in the opposite direction. We did get to our destination and in the parking lot, we set up for a final photosession and send off, arranging the cars in a semicircle. Pictures of the cars and ourselves were taken, using an unsuspecting visitor leaving the castle, to make pics with 3, was it 4, different cameras. He made 3 pictures on my camera of the brickroad and they turned out just fine.
My dad and I took off, after a coffee at the nearby Inn with those remaining, not going to the castle. The car wouldn't really go at first, seemed reluctant and heavy on the throttle, I think it might be from all the oozing around the country side, moosh cluttering the clearance, and it didn't really let up untill we nearly reached Germany, where we flew across the border. Open borders are great. The Euro is a treat, perhaps somewhat more costly to the good ol' days, as there has been an increase in price here and there, probably the traders just want to be on the safe side. I like it though. Imagine one currency worldwide. The drive was quick and with the GPS online, I managed to set a new speed record in my Gamma type 2, which was 196 kph. With the pedal to the metal I reached 199.7 kph. The old man grinned dryly when I hadn't passed the magic 200, and I did try for it again, but we ran out of road, when traffic jammed up. But I would need wind and a downhill stretch for another attempt, and I think I won't, there's really no need and it's better to be safe than sorry, as they say. As long as I go faster than the rest. We had a talk about the cars on the way back, and he put this question to me: "If you could choose any car we have seen on this trip, which would it be?" After a while I replied, that I believe I have the car I always wanted. The Gamma represents everything I ever dreamt of in a car, and then some. It's very rare, exotic, well balanced and fast enough. It goes like nothing I have ever driven, and I have sampled quite a few cars in my time. Nothing compares to the Gamma, it's unique, and in the future any new acquisition will be always be compared to the Gamma, speaking in terms of driveability and desireability. So many things come together with top grades in the Gamma, and allthough it is possible to point fingers at things here and there, it will never be enough to spoil the big picture. I use it everyday, and to my delight so do many I met this time, it doesn't fail, not enough for it to be an excuse to change to something else, and it hasn't dimmed my attraction to it yet, seven years on from my first drive.
But see for yourself, if this isn't one of the greatest GT's ever, and make up your own mind:
http://home.wanadoo.nl/ronaldbosch
http://www.geocities.com/gammacoupe1581 ... etings.htm
http://www.gamma.fslife.co.uk/
http://www.xs4all.nl/~rudez/skjottindex.html
http://www.xs4all.nl/~rudez/dutch.html
To my fellowdrivers: I enjoyed seeing it all and you all, and I hope to be there next year for yet another event.
This is my last entry in the forum, as I think I might have strained the host's patience, with four entries this length. And I never asked his permission, and it wasn't meant for my indulgence, but for serious discussions on issues with the Gamma, I just can't help myself. Thx Huib for a great forum. Viva la Lancia and see you out there.
I final note: There was a time when I laughed at real carnuts in all their follies, only to realize that I am just another one myself..
I calculated a 7 hour drive to Zoetermeer (NL) from Copenhagen (DK), and picked up my old man at the airfield, where he now works. As it has become customary on our drives, we used the GPS (Global Positioning System) from the outstart. It was plugged into the ashtray where the lighter goes, and with waypoints set, we drove off. I do get this same lump in my gut, everytime I set out on a long journey in the Gamma, a chronic sensation derriving from all the somewhat grimm stories of things going bad with the Gamma, allthough I have never really had any serious problems really worth mentioning with my cars. I only write these pieces in the Forum, because I love the cars and think they merit all possible attention. Also I have the slight hope that it might actually encourage more Lancisti's, who either have one or want to get one, to run it as much as possible and as far as possible, while at the same time defusing much apprehension and miscomprehensions about this particular and exclusive Lancia model.
I was speeding from the very beginning, as my old man would put to me, giving me readings from the GPS. But secretly I was thinking that if something were to go wrong, might as well be sooner than later, besides my Gamma isn't very good in the 110- 130 kph region, too much noise from the valves, which to me sounds generally unhealthy in the long run. So I have a problem running my Gamma, as I rather go faster than slow, and speeding tickets, like anywhere else but Germany I guess, are pretty hefty. We were going 140-150 kph, which is fast enough in Denmark. Besides I wasn't going to waste unnecessary time getting to the meet, I had been waiting long enough for this day, and I just wanted to get away from the rain, messing up two days of washing and polishing.
There' s a little 'aber dabei' with having a GPS onboard and running a Gamma to such an event, it has a tendency to spur perfomance. And the countdown of km's is never quick enough, actually felt at times as if Zoetermeer wasn't getting any nearer, and there were in fact moments when the road would be going in the opposite direction and readings were off the chart. But we got there in 6h 24m 46s, covering 784.3 kms with an average speed of 122.3 kph, top speed 193 kph. We even got lost in Zoetermeer, making a wrong turn, which is indeed a lonely place round midnight, but we did manage to ask our way. It's never easy though, finding your way in a strange place and in the dark. Finally at our hotel, easily recognized by Gamma cars allready parked outside, I couldn't wait to get out of the car and see if perhaps someone was still up, but we were just 15 mins late, they had all gone to bed. It would be tomorrow.
At breakfast I met the international bunch, "Pistol" Pete and his wife, René "Mr. Berlina" and family, Theo "The Greek" and family and Gerhard "Cosi fan Tutti" with Jr., a thirteen year old with an impressive array of healthy interests, cars, photography, mature girls and food, not necessarily in that order. After breakfast we scrambled to the parking lot, and "Big Boy" Ruud had just arrived. Then the cars just poured in one by one. 17 in all, the majority being dutch. Just nearby there was a gas station and I went there to have a look at a modification I had just made two days earlier for this particular event. Fitting a steering wheel from Motolita, which in fact is not a Motolita, but paid for as such, is instead a Lecarra, but the horn couldn't work due to a differently sized connector ring, so in my genius, I modified a jelly jar lid to fit. Unfortunatly the end result, which did work for a few days, was uneven enough to break off the spring action coal pin hotwiring the horn, so to my horror I would have no horn for the event, which was probably for the best anyway, as I would surely have used it a great deal. Also I was hoping to perhaps clean my car a bit and restore some of the brightwork done for the occasion. Roadkill (dead bugs) by the thousands decorating my hood, headlamps and windscreen, and traces of tectyl I spray everywhere, made my car once again the dirtiest of the bunch. So much for driving at night and in the rain. Fortunately for my somewhat lazy ego, a Gamma event is not really a beauty contest, but just about being there.
And on my way into the washtunnel drive, a black Coup came head on, blocking my way, how unfortunate! It was Don "The Ron". His Gamma Coup is believed to be originally Black, very rare as it is, but there are no signs of any respray, and I must say; the car is stunning in black, emphasized by cream leather interior. It does have some odd detailing, but seeing Ron's pride and joy, this will probably be sorted at some point. We greeted and went back to the hotel. In the parking lot everybody was nestling around everybody elses car. Lots to look at, lots to tell and talk about. Funny about these cars, and perhaps it's that way at any gathering of the same cars, that no two cars are identical in either detailing, behaviour or posture. But I like to think it's simply because the Gamma cars are handbuilt, that the detailing came down to the individual mechanic's mood and good sense the day he assembled 'that' one.
At 10.30 we drove off. Leading was Ruud, who in a printed description with very detailed maps of the route, at the bottom had specified something to this effect; "Follow my leader, and Christian, do not overtake!". We drove to Scheveningen, a beach resort outside Den Haag. It was difficult to maintain an even colonne, with so many lights through town not considering an outing of 17 cars. Then we made a right and oozed down the promenade, going pretty slow, and after a few km's when I looked in my mirror for the row of Gamma's behind me, I saw none. We had lost everybody. All 15 cars. Ruud then made a left and I managed to stop our leader without use of a horn (big beams on the Gamma!).. So there we were, scouting the beach drive, hoping for a glimpse of any Gamma, I calmed Ruud by saying they'd be here soon enough, following the map. We agreed they must have missed the turn, but to my surprise Ruud continued, that he wasn't sure he had followed the map exactly himself, and that it was hard to plot a good route ahead..... We stood in an amused silence, when the cars pulled up from behind. It wasn't all of them, but we proceeded to the 1st destination, which was the pier in the harbour, hoping the remaining cars would show up there. And so they did, coming in from left, right and center and we got the first photo opportunity as the cars lined up.
From there we drove to the countryside, back through Scheveningen, and all followed suit. We even drove on Zwetweg, probably a relative of Ruud's, nice touch.
Holland is a quaint country, on one side you're driving level with a canal, and on the other side there'll be a 30 feet drop to farmland and windmills galore. Houses line the canals everywhere, with little draw bridges going across. We stopped at an Inn, "de Hanepoel" where we had a hearty lunch after an extensive translation of the menu by the natives, describing the various dishes. Dutch does have some similarities to german. After lunch I was introduced to the belgian Gamma Coup, with a beefed up exhaust. Rear silencer removed and a stainless steel tube fitted from the main, in a straight line curving upwards to the panel in the end, father and son did it. I was very curious about the exhaust, because it's the only feature on the Gamma where I can say, I'm pretty ambivalent. On the one hand it's the original, but on the other hand, it doesn't fit the rest. Seems the designer and Chief Mechanic never conferred on this matter, because there is a perfectly shaped indentation in the rear panel to cuddle an exhaust, and the one fitted on all, bends out to the left and away from the car horisontally, and can be seen on most models of that era, and it literally steps out. They must have been given a discount for the lot. And the belgian car wasn't loud or intrusive as one might have thought due to the modification. I checked it out. A good, clean and appealing mod. Even releases a few extra hp's, which can't be all bad.
After lunch came a very interesting bit of the event. Meeting up with Lancia Club Netherland at HRH The Prince's estate. We drove quite a bit through the grounds, all paths and forrest. There was a serving of many Lancia models, Flavia, Fulvia (and Zagato), Beta, Delta, MonteCarlo, Aurelia, a Rolls Royce! and I had my first close up with a Lancia Flaminia 3C GT 2.8, I have always coveted, which was owned by a pretty dutch girl, named Marguerite, yes, just like the flower. I really enjoyed that part. A nice setting, beautiful cars, a pretty girl and a load of 'car' talk. In and out between the cars, there were roosters and hens running wild, his Highness' lunch, I suppose. Apart from this, I believe they were quite impressed with the number of Gamma's showing up. I know I was. Anyway, we stayed there much too long, as the sky opened up and showered us with it's glory. All wet, it was finally time for a dinner with everyone, and we drove off to an argentinian restaurant. There was a particularly nice waiter there, from San Domingo, who sparkled later as he showed with a guitar and played the latin notes. Ruud gave a speech, short and to the point, and handed out 3 prizes for distance. I got 3rd prize, even though I really, really tried to lie my way to 1st prize, by claiming that we had had to deroute through Poland to get there, thus covering at least 1800 km's. Didn't work! Actually it's a very nice and symbolic prize, instead of giving a prize which rubs other drivers faces with who has the finer car. To me, they're all equal and just as fine. Undeniably a Lancia Gamma. Also considering the tightrope it can sometimes be to run one, just showing up merits a prize, and a prize for distance is one all can get, and really embodies the spirit in which the Gammaholics meet.
Day 2 would bring us south, to the area round Rotterdam, where the day ended at the castle in Haarzuilens. We made our way through the Dutch country side, and although it rained some, it was a nice drive. There's just something about driving along and anytime you look, there will be a view of your own special car in multiple colour and in multiple angles. You might think I'm rambling, but consider the fact that I have the only Gamma driving in Denmark, and only get to see the Gamma, when I walk to and fro. So seeing it 'live' in so many ways at once is extraordinary. I wish to give a special thanks to "Mr. Berlina" for entrusting me with his Berlina Aut. and his family. We switched and I got a glance at my car among the others. I encourage other drivers to try it, just once, hard as it may be to let go of ones' own steering wheel. So now I have also tried the Berlina and on top the renowned autobox. It's pretty smooth and it's definetly a Gamma, however on a bigger scale than what I'm used to. At lunch, where we had secretly agreed among us that one of the prize takers should give a 'thank you' speech to the organizer, which fell on me, I hereby take the opportunity to elaborate on my speech: I forgot to say, that behind the man (Ruud) there is another man, Henk. So, thank you, Ruud and thank you, Henk, Gamma Driver's Holland. Hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Anyway, after lunch we had a new pilot, Eric in his blue Berlina leading the last leg to the castle. Unwillingly or unknowingly he managed a nice route around the country, and even got friendly with a local, when he had to ask the way. The smarter local bummed a ride downtown and sent us off in the opposite direction. We did get to our destination and in the parking lot, we set up for a final photosession and send off, arranging the cars in a semicircle. Pictures of the cars and ourselves were taken, using an unsuspecting visitor leaving the castle, to make pics with 3, was it 4, different cameras. He made 3 pictures on my camera of the brickroad and they turned out just fine.
My dad and I took off, after a coffee at the nearby Inn with those remaining, not going to the castle. The car wouldn't really go at first, seemed reluctant and heavy on the throttle, I think it might be from all the oozing around the country side, moosh cluttering the clearance, and it didn't really let up untill we nearly reached Germany, where we flew across the border. Open borders are great. The Euro is a treat, perhaps somewhat more costly to the good ol' days, as there has been an increase in price here and there, probably the traders just want to be on the safe side. I like it though. Imagine one currency worldwide. The drive was quick and with the GPS online, I managed to set a new speed record in my Gamma type 2, which was 196 kph. With the pedal to the metal I reached 199.7 kph. The old man grinned dryly when I hadn't passed the magic 200, and I did try for it again, but we ran out of road, when traffic jammed up. But I would need wind and a downhill stretch for another attempt, and I think I won't, there's really no need and it's better to be safe than sorry, as they say. As long as I go faster than the rest. We had a talk about the cars on the way back, and he put this question to me: "If you could choose any car we have seen on this trip, which would it be?" After a while I replied, that I believe I have the car I always wanted. The Gamma represents everything I ever dreamt of in a car, and then some. It's very rare, exotic, well balanced and fast enough. It goes like nothing I have ever driven, and I have sampled quite a few cars in my time. Nothing compares to the Gamma, it's unique, and in the future any new acquisition will be always be compared to the Gamma, speaking in terms of driveability and desireability. So many things come together with top grades in the Gamma, and allthough it is possible to point fingers at things here and there, it will never be enough to spoil the big picture. I use it everyday, and to my delight so do many I met this time, it doesn't fail, not enough for it to be an excuse to change to something else, and it hasn't dimmed my attraction to it yet, seven years on from my first drive.
But see for yourself, if this isn't one of the greatest GT's ever, and make up your own mind:
http://home.wanadoo.nl/ronaldbosch
http://www.geocities.com/gammacoupe1581 ... etings.htm
http://www.gamma.fslife.co.uk/
http://www.xs4all.nl/~rudez/skjottindex.html
http://www.xs4all.nl/~rudez/dutch.html
To my fellowdrivers: I enjoyed seeing it all and you all, and I hope to be there next year for yet another event.
This is my last entry in the forum, as I think I might have strained the host's patience, with four entries this length. And I never asked his permission, and it wasn't meant for my indulgence, but for serious discussions on issues with the Gamma, I just can't help myself. Thx Huib for a great forum. Viva la Lancia and see you out there.
I final note: There was a time when I laughed at real carnuts in all their follies, only to realize that I am just another one myself..
-
Ruud
Re: Dutch Gamma Meeting - A Resumé
Criz,
Great story !
What do you mean ? we love your stories.
Can I buy the copyright for a bundle ?
Just keep on writing,
We are Green.
Regards,
Ruud
Great story !
What do you mean ? we love your stories.
Can I buy the copyright for a bundle ?
Just keep on writing,
We are Green.
Regards,
Ruud