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So I took the dogs for a walk today and passed by a new housing development going up nearby on an old brownfield site, which is great overall. Or is it? Observe this artwork adorning the temporary construction fencing - looks charming, doesn't it? The sort of place you'd like to visit or maybe even live. But let's take a closer look, starting on the left. A happy young couple pushing a prom. Nothing unusual there. Apart from the teddy bear in the bottom of the pram, which begs a few questions: Why is the teddy bear not in the pram? Is the child in the pram being punished? Is there actually a child in the pram at all? Maybe these two happy people are actually using the pram to steal babies and the teddy to entice them and keep them quiet. Lots of questions, but I'm sure you'll agree it's very odd and suspicious. But I digress. Let's move on to the next bit of the image, a child on a swing: Why on Earth is this child on a swing five foot up in the air? What sick mind installed the swing that high up? More importantly, how did the child get up there? Who put the child up there and then left it there? Is the child about to jump into the pram as it passes by? This is very disturbing in my books. But I digress. Time to consider the lovely dog: That's definitely not how dogs walk or run. Is it trying to evolve into a higher life form by walking on its hind legs? Is there something dangerous in the pavement the dog is trying to avoid? Or is the dog evil, rabid, or about to attack? We soon get our answer: It's attacking the cyclist! Bad dog! Naughty dog! It's going to jump the cyclist from behind! What could possibly drive a dog to do this horrible thing in such a nice new neighbourhood? Because the cyclist is about to run over some ducklings! Look at him go - head down, pedalling like mad straight at them. What a scumbag! And what are Momma and Papa Duck doing while their children are about to be flattened? Just staring at each other - stupid quackers The dog will probably eat the soon-to-be duckling pancakes after he rips the cyclist's throat out. On reflection, I've decided that if this is the sort of thing that will be going on, then this new neighbourhood is someplace I should probably avoid.

Its a good job the limit is there, else Ian would not get anything else done!!

Dave, the last couple of times they have moved the meet to the field at the front. So you don't have to drive over all those speed humps.

Possibly misdescribing it based on the 2.2L yank spec? I'm sure Natalie will be along to explain shortly....

Not see that one before, but it looks like a decent car if not a little over priced. Not sure where they get 2.3L from though.

Trolley jack.

Congratulations one and all...... you've proved the Nemesis theory that sanity is just way too overrated. Merry Christmas one and all Nem.......

Oh yes, now I know that BZP is ok, I know where to find them

don't understand the need for a limit? am I missing something? (@iank : I know you'd like this post too if you could)?

There's loads on ebay http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/High-Tensile-Set-Screw-8-8-Grade-Zinc-Plated-Bagged-Forgefix-/282120605895?var=&hash=item41afb2d0c7%3Am%3AmSnSGOMzq6z4CtXoiANfrIg&_trkparms=pageci%3A10505b47-c5db-11e6-816d-74dbd1a068ea%7Cparentrq%3A16c211831590a7850437a5b8ffd0bfd6%7Ciid%3A14

Only done 70 miles so far, but very much liking the new barge. Bit unkind calling it a barge really - it corners very flat with the air suspension. Not even switched it to 'Sport' mode yet. Need to get it run in so will probably set up the user configurable drive mode to comfort suspension and steering, but sport engine & gearbox to try and persuade it to keep the engine running rather than switching to electric power at every chance it gets. Missus went off to work in it this morning - spooky watching it waft away in almost total silence.

@Scott Young - WSCC Chairman I've hit the new limit and it's not even lunch time! Perhaps I'm too generous!

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Or hit by low flying prams. It is clearly levitating several inches above the ground.

bl**** hell, now I really wish I'd been there! Just spotted on FB; that wasn't a replica - which are stunning in their own right, that was a genuine, original Lola! Absolutely amazing to see one being taken out on public roads, at this time of the year, i.e. Cold, damp, unpredictable weather, and to a meet in a car park too! (Much as I love the meet, the access roads are a bit rough in places for the low stuff). Top marks to the owner for getting out there and enjoying the car.

Thought I would start a thread keeping it simple and quick to show where you went in your car today. So ,off you all go Went out to Coombe Gibbet today near Inkpen , to climb to the top and take a wonderous photo of the scenery........... er not.

170 miles up to and around the Peak District with Julie and Trev.

Two layers of Fox's finest! The last of the biccies going, whose hand is that?

It was a bit cool and foggy when we set off but the bacon butties and tea at the Wheatsheaf revived us well. Great roads on the way to the Peak View Tea Rooms, a bit slippy in places though! Looks like Glen is telling Santa what he would like for Christmas and Julie is praying to the Pinto power god! After a cracking Sunday roast we had a few biscuits to polish off. Expected big Andy to help us but unfortunately he missed out.

Thankyou Julie, you're a star .Someone has to keep the S2000 flags a flying

Don't pander his wishes @Julie (One Careful Lady Owner) - Peak District AO. He's teasing because he knows most other S2000's are currently owner disabled

Andy, I've heard nothing but good things about Luke Stevens at Team Leos Motorsport in Kentford near Newmarket. I have a friend who races Caterhams and he recommends him. Might be worth considering as it's not too far away. He has all the proper laser alignment equipment.