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CTR EVENTS 2012FULLBOREwe’ll be running a regular shuttle bus service so you can comeand go as you please.As usual, our adrenal-fuelled pilgrimage to Le Mans will begin atFolkestone, where we’ll meet, greet and board the Eurotunnel.We’ll then follow the classic route down to Le Mans, with a stopfor a leisurely lunch and a regroup. Alternatively, CTR guestsare welcome to make their own way to Le Mans using the mapsprovided. We will be waiting for you with a warm welcome anda cold drink!Our weekend gets a jump start with a Friday night WelcomeParty featuring a champagne reception, a professionally-cateredBBQ and live entertainment. In previous years we’ve beenentertained by great bands such as Not the Rolling Stones andCheques in the Post. The party always attracts many AstonMartin owners and their cars, along with a few Aston Martincelebrities such as current CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez and ChairmanDavid Richards, both of whom have previously attended. AstonMartin works team drivers also usually attend, and provideguests with exclusive insight into their most challengingweekend of the year.On race day we’ll have privileged access to the fantastic ACOrestaurant and enclosure, located at the end of the start/finishstraight. This will be our trackside location for the majorityof the racing, although one of the joys of a 24-hour event isthat there’s plenty of time to explore and immerse yourself inthe atmosphere, either within the village or elsewhere on thenine-mile circuit. We’ll be on hand to give you all the insiderknowledge, from the best viewpoints at midnight and sunrise,to where to get a strong cup of coffee at 4am.Over the years most of our guests have driven to Le Mans intheir own Aston Martins, and last year these included severalVanquishes, V8s, and DB9s, 7s, 6s, 5s and 4s. On display inthe Gite’s secure grounds, such cars form a very impressivespectacle in their own right.We must stress that places are always popular and limited, so docontact us early to avoid disappointment.The Club Tertre Rouge package to the 2012 Le Mans24 Hours includes:• Run to Le Mans on traditional route with mid-way stop forrefreshments (optional).• Weekend tickets to gain access to the Le Mans circuit andvillage for the Le Mans 24 Hours and Legends Classic races.Full use of all facilities within our base at Gite De La Ferme,including:• 24-hour secure on-site parking.• All meals, wines, beers and soft drinks while at the Gite.• Shuttle bus service to and from the circuit.• Up to three nights accommodation (Friday/Saturday/Sunday).• Exclusive Club Tertre Rouge goody bag stuffed with essentialLe Mans items.• Le Mans welcome party on the Friday evening.Example itinerary:Friday 15th JuneTravel to Gite de la Ferme, Ruaudin, Le Mans. Arrive pm.7.30pm – Welcome Party with Champagne reception, food,refreshments, live entertainment and VIP guests ‘til midnight.Saturday 16th June9.00am – Breakfast. Guest briefing and shuttle bus trips to thecircuit and village.11.00am – Aston Martin Racing Festival – 45-minute singlemarque race.12.30pm – Lunch at the ACO overlooking the start and pits area.3.00pm – Start of Le Mans 24-Hour race.8.00pm – Supper at Gite de la Ferme including wines, beersand refreshments, followed by shuttle bus trips to the circuit fornight time racing action. Coffee and Calvados, wines, beers andrefreshments through the night.Sunday 17th June• Breakfast at Gite de la Ferme• Return to circuit for the climax of the Le Mans 24 Hours• Dinner at Gite de la Ferme• Movie nightPRICE – £950 PER PERSON. 50% DEPOSIT REQUIRED TOCONFIRM BOOKING. REMAINING BALANCE DUE BY30th APRIL.Last few places now remaining, be sure to contact us as soonas possible to avoid disappointment. To confirm your bookingor for more information please contact us on 020 8741 8822 orinfo@clubtertrerouge.co.ukwww.clubtertrerouge.co.uk24
WHAT’S IN STORE + COMPETITIONFULLBOREWHAT’S IN STORECOMPETITIONAlthough the V12 Vanquish is firmly on the road to ‘futureclassic’ status and values are hardening, early model Vanquishesare all at least eight years old now and have thereforereached an age where work may be required on fundamentalmechanical items. So, instead of replacing like-for-like standardparts, allow us to improve your Vanquish by equipping it withan Aston Martin factory-developed Sports Dynamic Pack andupgrade to Vanquish S performance levels.The Vanquish Sports Dynamic Pack includes:• Stiffer springs• Revised suspension dampers• Bigger front brakes (6-piston calipers, 378mm discs)• Uprated steering (20% quicker response)• New front suspension knuckle and wheel hub assemblies(improved feel and precision)• 19-inch 9-spoke alloy wheels (lighter), or 19-inch 11-spokediamond polished Vanquish ‘S’ wheels available atadditional £500£14,950 fitted, including labour and VATTo place an order or for further info please contact our PartsManager Gary Walker on 0208 741 8822 orparts@nicholasmee.co.ukPistonHeads says:“This is Aston Martin’s response to Ferrari’s Fiorano handlingoption. … I’ll bet there are many owners of original Vanquishesrequesting the pack to be retro-fitted.“Unlike Ferraris, Aston Martins are developed on the road ratherthan billiard table smooth race track… it’s very noticeable howbeautifully the Vanquish SDP rides on average British A roads,better in fact than the Ferrari Maranello.”Evo says:“Grip is simply phenomenal, the superb turn-in matched by equallyiron-fisted traction. Body control is top notch and the quickerreactingsteering perfectly complements the improved agility.”“The Sports Dynamic Pack-equipped Vanquish is an enthralling,compelling and usable supercar. It feels, sounds and looks just likean Aston should. It’s special.”“If you want the most capable and entertaining Vanquish, theDynamic upgrade is an irresistible option.”For more Vanquish accessory ideas visit:http://www.astonstore.co.uk »In the last issue we asked how many miles Nicholas MeeRacing’s Vantage GT4 covered in the 2011 Britcar 24hr race atSilverstone. The answer – 2,050 – could be found on page 22 ofissue 12 and the first name drawn with the correct answer wasJames Thackray who wins a beautifully polished piston fromNMR’s two-time Aston Martin Challenge-winning V8 VantageGT4 engine.The prize for this issue’s competition is a hardback book tellingthe complete story of the world’s most famous motor race, theLe Mans 24hr, by leading authority Brian Laban with a forewordby five-times Le Mans winner Derek Bell. To be in with a chanceof winning, simply answer this simple question:How many Virage Volantes were built in the 1990s?Answers on an email please to info@nicholasmee.co.uk,(or call 01243 755055). As usual, the first name to be drawn withthe correct answer will be the winner.25 37
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