PDX area gtg
02-09-2012, 01:14 PM
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PDX area gtg There aren't too many regular meets in the PDX area concerning f-bodies or even American cars in general and I've been wanting something like this around here for awhile. I started hosting a get together (gtg) for the local VW crowd and it's turned out very well. It's held every Tuesday at a local Buffalo Wild Wings and we regularly get over 30 cars to show up. It's been going strong for over a year now. So I think it's about time we start something like this for ourselves.
WHO: Anybody who owns or takes interest in F-bodies, V8's, American cars, etc
WHAT: Something like this is to fill the void between big events. Something you can go to and check out everybodies car, BS, have some food and a few drinks.
WHERE: I've scouted a few locations in the PDX area that might be a suitable place. We're going to want someplace that is well lit, and has an expansive parking lot. Having a food joint nearby is a huge plus. A parking garage would be even better. It needs to be easy to find for people not firmiliar with the area. Also having nice roads and no speed bumps would be optimal. A lot of people may have low headers, true dials, lowered cars, etc.
- BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE
7405 Southwest Bridgeport Road, Portland, OR
This is an outdoor shopping mall, they have a bunch of places to eat and shop, it's right off of I-5 near the 217 interchange and they have a parking structure which would be beneficial during inclement weather.
- SONIC
7380 Northeast Butler Street, Hillsboro
A very popular drive-in fast food restaurant. It's close to highway 26 is very well lit and has a large parking lot right between sonic and Kohl's. This has been a popular meeting spot for many car clubs in the past.
- CLACKAMAS TOWN CENTER
12000 SE 82nd Avenue, Happy Valley, Oregon 97086
This is a shopping mall that has a parking structure and a couple food places on the grounds. There have been car club meets here before and I have contacted the Manager of the company that owns the place and we have permission to hold gtg's here.
- CASCADE STATION
NE Airport Way, Portland, OR (near PDX)
Lots of parking, easy to find, plenty of places to eat.
if you have any suggestions go ahead and post away
WHEN: Probably mid week (Thursday's?) seeing as many events throughout the year are held on weekends. Probably later in the evening, that way it will interfere as little as possibly with most people's work schedule. Are people interested in a weekly gtg? Every other week? Once a month?
I want to try and get something going here. I'm thinking about having the meets start in march or maybe April as the weather starts to get better. I know a lot of people that dont drive these kind of cars during mad weather or have them stored over the winter. I want to here everybody's input about something like this.
WHO: Anybody who owns or takes interest in F-bodies, V8's, American cars, etc
WHAT: Something like this is to fill the void between big events. Something you can go to and check out everybodies car, BS, have some food and a few drinks.
WHERE: I've scouted a few locations in the PDX area that might be a suitable place. We're going to want someplace that is well lit, and has an expansive parking lot. Having a food joint nearby is a huge plus. A parking garage would be even better. It needs to be easy to find for people not firmiliar with the area. Also having nice roads and no speed bumps would be optimal. A lot of people may have low headers, true dials, lowered cars, etc.
- BRIDGEPORT VILLAGE
7405 Southwest Bridgeport Road, Portland, OR
This is an outdoor shopping mall, they have a bunch of places to eat and shop, it's right off of I-5 near the 217 interchange and they have a parking structure which would be beneficial during inclement weather.
- SONIC
7380 Northeast Butler Street, Hillsboro
A very popular drive-in fast food restaurant. It's close to highway 26 is very well lit and has a large parking lot right between sonic and Kohl's. This has been a popular meeting spot for many car clubs in the past.
- CLACKAMAS TOWN CENTER
12000 SE 82nd Avenue, Happy Valley, Oregon 97086
This is a shopping mall that has a parking structure and a couple food places on the grounds. There have been car club meets here before and I have contacted the Manager of the company that owns the place and we have permission to hold gtg's here.
- CASCADE STATION
NE Airport Way, Portland, OR (near PDX)
Lots of parking, easy to find, plenty of places to eat.
if you have any suggestions go ahead and post away
WHEN: Probably mid week (Thursday's?) seeing as many events throughout the year are held on weekends. Probably later in the evening, that way it will interfere as little as possibly with most people's work schedule. Are people interested in a weekly gtg? Every other week? Once a month?
I want to try and get something going here. I'm thinking about having the meets start in march or maybe April as the weather starts to get better. I know a lot of people that dont drive these kind of cars during mad weather or have them stored over the winter. I want to here everybody's input about something like this.
Last edited by DBL_TKE; 02-09-2012 at 03:49 PM. Reason: Added location
02-10-2012, 12:07 PM
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02-15-2012, 10:48 PM
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The car was originally a 16v but it was already swapped when I got it. I spun a rod bearing in the old engine last year at the track and I'm currently rebuilding another VR. Eventually it will be boosted too. I actually really like that car too. Which is ironic because I used to hate Volkswagens until I got this one.
Here's my current GTI, although it has since lost the eyebrows (came with the car) and the sidemarkers have been blacked out, front plate gone etc..
Todd I never knew you had a VW. ? Pics,, or it never happened lol...
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02-16-2012, 08:29 AM
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I did Mike I did! 
Phil can back that up! haha Digital cameras wern't around back then so the only pictures I have are in a photo album stored somewhere.
I can't remember the year, it was either a 91-92 Alpine White 16V DOHC GLI Jetta. I put the euro grill on it, lowered it with TSW Evo's. The car was cleaner than my T/A. Bought it from the original owner out in Lake Oswego. It was a fun car. The front bumper fell off a lot though. lol I called it my "Lego" car because everything just snapped off for the most part. It looked just like this one but with different wheels and the euro grill http://bringatrailer.com/2009/12/01/...jetta-gli-16v/
Phil can back that up! haha Digital cameras wern't around back then so the only pictures I have are in a photo album stored somewhere. I can't remember the year, it was either a 91-92 Alpine White 16V DOHC GLI Jetta. I put the euro grill on it, lowered it with TSW Evo's. The car was cleaner than my T/A. Bought it from the original owner out in Lake Oswego. It was a fun car. The front bumper fell off a lot though. lol I called it my "Lego" car because everything just snapped off for the most part. It looked just like this one but with different wheels and the euro grill http://bringatrailer.com/2009/12/01/...jetta-gli-16v/
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Back to topic...I'm game for Clackamas Towne Center. Nothing better than just having to head right down the street! LOL
We could take over the Claim Jumper parking lot
We could take over the Claim Jumper parking lot
03-02-2012, 12:44 AM
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Just giving this a bump. It looks like there the most interest for a meet at the Clackamas Town Center on a Thursday night. I think we'll start this once there a forecast for decent (dry) weather, which will probably be real soon. I'll edit the OP with all the correct and final info when there's a date in sight.
03-02-2012, 11:15 AM
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I'm new to the forum but this sounds like a fun idea. I'm on the west side (Tigard) and usually go to the Sherwood cruises but getting to Clackamas isn't too big of a deal.
Jessica
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06-13-2012, 05:12 PM
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Alright the forecast for next week finally had some decent weather in it. This will happen on Wednesday. My schedule at work has changed so I won't be able to host it on Thursday's. Have we all decided to do the clackamas town center for the meet? I'll also make a new post with the final details.
06-19-2012, 01:21 AM
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Giving this a bump. We're meeting at Clackamas Town Center this Wednesday in the Northeast section of the parking lot. I'll be there at 7:00pm. If there's enough interest maybe we can grab a bite to eat at one of the many places at the mall.
11900 Southeast 82nd Avenue
Portland OR 97086
United States
If you have any questions or get lost you can call/text: (503)467-9125.
Look for this car:
See you all there!
11900 Southeast 82nd Avenue
Portland OR 97086
United States
If you have any questions or get lost you can call/text: (503)467-9125.
Look for this car:
See you all there!