8 And A Bit Years Of Scooby Ownership, 2 Days Left

[4Hero]

Hi folks,

Well, the time has almost come to bid farewell to Subaru.

I have had the most excellent 4 years with you guys, from the various West Lothian meetings/lunches, to the endless trackdays at knockhill, it really has been a ball! My highlight of the four years of being a member was the Glenshee run at the beginning of 2007. Imy was leading the "slow group", with me directly behind. I had only had the STi for a couple of months, and she was finally run in. This run honestly showed what the STi was built for, a truly fantastic day (ignoring the £200 fuel bill for the day ). Imy, Grant and co, many many thanks for organising that, I'll never forget that day! I've met lots of people here who will always be friends, and will never forget Dougie C's contagious laugh and sense of humour, he was a great guy, rest in peace brother.

It's been a great journey with subaru though, had a real crush on Impreza's for a while then finally got my first in 2001:

1995 classic, minted, 1 previous owner, loved that car (except the servicing costs).

Then, decided to bite the bullet and get a brand new blobeye WRX (wasn't a fan of the bugeye, hence not getting one)

After deciding never to buy a brand new car (after losing a fortune on the WRX) I opted for a brand new hawleye STi , had to be done though, kinda like love at first sight again and couldn't wait for them to come on the second hand market.

Reason for giving up is that I really detest the new model, what have Subaru done I even had a test drive to see if it went better than it looked, but in all honesty, didn't feel anywhere near as good to drive as the one I have just now. Shame really.

Anyhow, big huge thanks for everyone involved in the organisation that has went into events, shows, lunches, santa cruises, more runs, trackdays, pax laps, man, the list goes on and on. I have around 1 billion photographs from various events, and must really do something with these one day..

Onwards and "upwards" <- that's debatable,

Neil.

p.s. I'll still be around lots of trackdays, just sign up and keep an eye out on my flickr for photos if you fancy!

Edited October 7, 2009 by 4hero

[wrx kenny]

all the best for whatever is coming next m8

kenny

[micra_wrc]

Neil,

take it you've sold the hawkeye.

all the best with wherever life takes you and the new experiences with your son.

dont be a stranger and pop in to the forum once in a while, I like your posts and photos

[scoobyiain]

Take it easy Neil and all the best for you and your family.

Will hopefully bump into you at knockhill soon.

[green_goblin]

Good wee story you done there Hopefully see u at a trackday sometime!! What car are you changing to now then??

Jase

[uRaBu5]

Neil,

Been good to have you involved in so much. Always enjoyed your company and your pics have always been fantastic – even the insect ones. I think a lot of people have learnt and got into photography (SICC) through help from yourself.

Also have fantastic memories of the Glenshee run – had to help Dougie from the footwell a couple of times, heavy breaking and no feeling in your legs, you just keep going forward.

Hope the Volvo is a good compromise, certainly looks the part!

And all the best to the family in the future.

See you at a track day soon.

Derek and Family

[st3ph3n]

A dignified 8 years of ownership Neil, and lots of great contributions to the forum.

Will need to arrange an evening of Edinburgh street photography with a master like yourself when winter properly sets in too

[fai17]

Neil...it has been a pleasure to meet you at KH and good luck with what ever route you are heading.

[cullenmin]

All the best Neil

You should continue to frequent this forum and share your top quality pics with us

Rich

[the squiggle]

Best of luck in the future and dont be a stranger

[mystery machine]

Ye'll be missed Neil - never met you in person, but always enjoyed your sense of humour and your stunning portfolio of Scooby pics

All the best for the future!

[gus the bus]

Dont become a stranger Neil, Scooby or nae scooby yer aye welcome on here

Enjoy life with the Volvo

[scoobyseller555]

Neil it has been a pleasure having your business over the last few years and wish you good luck with your family,and VOLVO.

Don't be a stranger.

Gav

[johns]

All the best Neil. What did you opt for as a replacement?

See you at the next trackday hopefully

[4Hero]

Thanks for the kind wishes people, our wee one is coming on a treat!

Stephen, we have a plan for some night photography soon in Edinburgh, will drop you an email with a date/time

New car has arrived, took a quick shot on the way back from the dealer. V50 T5, 18" alloys, upgraded stereo, leather, no squeeks/rattles, damn, it feels solid (but lacks some burble )

Will most certainly catch up with you all at knockhill, I'll keep my eyes peeled on here for trackdays!

Best wishes folks,

Neil.

Edited October 9, 2009 by 4hero

[thewelsho]

All the best mate, great getting to meet you and know you. You have been an inspiration for me in using Photoshop and encouraging me into all-out CSS layouts All the best, hope to bump into you again at some point.

Take care

JW

[thefastone]

Dear god man!!!! When's the Funeral...?