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bazzamac · 23rd Mar 2010, 01:19 PM

Hi Fellow Froggies

Its on again. The annual Battle of Waterloo confrontation between French and British cars. There is a new venue - Patrick White Lawns next to the National Library in Parkes. Easy access from just over Commonwealth Avenue Bridge, turn left into King Edward Terrace and then left into Parkes Place. This venue has better views across Lake Burley Griffin and is highly visible to passing traffic.

Date is Sunday 20 June from 9am to 3pm. The event is again being sponsored by Shannons. Last year the event was attended by 57 vehicles, including a number from Sydney, with the French side being victors yet again although the Brits won most of the door prizes - bottles of "The Arrogant Frog".

All French and British car enthusiasts are welcome. Entry is free and coffee, drinks and food will be available.

bazzamac

SilverGTi_6 · 23rd Mar 2010, 06:28 PM

I will try my best to come along again, although I will (unfortunately) be on the wrong side of the battle this year....

SLC206 · 24th Mar 2010, 12:26 AM

Is this the spot?

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bazzamac · 24th Mar 2010, 11:58 AM

Hi SLC 206

You have hit the spot on the map.

bazzamac

UFO · 24th Mar 2010, 05:22 PM

Hopefully a rejuvenated UFO will be at this event. Thanks for the heads up and I will include it in the upcoming "Chevrons" so CCCNSW members are aware.

bazzamac · 24th Mar 2010, 09:08 PM

That's good - the more the merrier. Can't let the Brits win.

spring · 9th Apr 2010, 04:45 PM

Will be good to see you there - So long as your old 406 Coupe comes as well

Snab · 16th Apr 2010, 02:13 PM

I'll bring my CX, if it hasnt exploded/caught fire etc by then

ronhic · 16th Apr 2010, 05:21 PM

Oh the connundrum....

Which to to take.....

1974 Citroen GS

or

1969 Morris 1100 's' automatic.......or grab another driver and take both!

BruceS · 28th Apr 2010, 01:20 PM

do you prefer to have better examples of the cars, or are my three everyday drivers in goodish condition welcome too?

Hipcrostino · 28th Apr 2010, 03:35 PM

Quantity over Quality when it come to the battle! haha, if you want to show them off then bring'em. I'll be there anyway in whatever drives at the time.

kenyaboi · 30th Apr 2010, 10:30 AM

Will do my best to be there in either one of my Pugs or the Citroen...Auto Italia was held at this new venue near the National Library and its a great place for this type of event..Cheers

le frogg · 1st Jun 2010, 10:33 AM

do you just drive to the location? or need to be part of a club ?

ronhic · 1st Jun 2010, 05:24 PM

You don't need to be a member of a car club, but joining one means you get to hear about these things, meet some interesting people, share knowledge and enjoy camaraderie with other like minded individuals.....

97306N5 · 1st Jun 2010, 05:38 PM

Im trying to get the day off to attend, is there a class etc for each series ??? Will I be up against other vehicles etc. Mark.

jo proffi · 1st Jun 2010, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 97306N5

Im trying to get the day off to attend, is there a class etc for each series ??? Will I be up against other vehicles etc. Mark.

No, there is no class at all, except maybe some of the ladies.

On the day, all the frenchies line up on one side of the line in no particular order, and the British do the same on their side of the line.
There are the usual shy ones who park outside the area and get hastled to come on in with their usually great looking car.
Whoever's line stretches the furthest with the most cars wins.
Most the cars are daily drivers, and there is thankfully little snob value in most of our cars.

Are any of the usual crew doing the drive from Sydney?? Addo, Dave, Simon anyone else??
I think a mate might be convinced to come down in his MG.

Jo

97306N5 · 1st Jun 2010, 06:18 PM

Im unsure who else is attending as Im a newbie here and was hoping to get the day off so I can meet some more members, planning to go to Next months PCCNSW meeting too to join up

UFO · 1st Jun 2010, 06:45 PM

CCCNSW is putting a convoy of sorts together:

What: Battle of Waterloo - Canberra - French v English Car Clubs display day
When: Sunday 20 June 10am onwards
Where: Convoy leaving Pheasants Nest southbound Mobil S/S at 8am. Meet at venue “Patrick White Garden” near National Library. Lunch in a suitable location nearby. Contact Darren Davis 0410 538 746 or Craig Keller 0418 484 798. Bring your UHF radio if you have one too so we can stay in touch.

PJ810 · 1st Jun 2010, 10:22 PM

I was planning to attend. But unfortunately a certain P-plater was let loose on our roads this morning and my 605 fell victim. If I can get it sorted by the 20th (usually 3 months by the time all the parts come from France) then I'll attend.

Mes déesses · 2nd Jun 2010, 10:08 AM

Hi
I will attempt to come along I am running low on wine

casbourne · 6th Jun 2010, 11:28 AM

Which to take?

Citroen GS, lovely car.

Cas

Philip Whitton · 6th Jun 2010, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by UFO

CCCNSW is putting a convoy of sorts together:

Where: Convoy leaving Pheasants Nest southbound Mobil S/S at 8am. Meet at venue “Patrick White Garden” near National Library. Lunch in a suitable location nearby. Contact Darren Davis 0410 538 746 or Craig Keller 0418 484 798. Bring your UHF radio if you have one too so we can stay in touch.

A small part of the BPG ( Bargo Peugeot Group) will meet you en route as due to the works at the "Nest" the underpass is closed and we cannot get to the sth side without travelling back to the Picton RD.

ergo: we will leave about the same time so keep watch for Peppi and Quasimodo.

bon chance

UFO · 6th Jun 2010, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Philip Whitton

A small part of the BPG ( Bargo Peugeot Group) will meet you en route as due to the works at the "Nest" the underpass is closed and we cannot get to the sth side without travelling back to the Picton RD.

ergo: we will leave about the same time so keep watch for Peppi and Quasimodo.

bon chance

Good idea. Do you reckon you can keep up?

Philip Whitton · 6th Jun 2010, 10:52 PM

Due to certain legal restrictions we will be cruising at a stately 90kms.

Reason: son is on red Ps in Quasimodo ( his 18th birthday present 205)

Of course Peppi has the cruising diff to keep up.

renweave · 15th Jun 2010, 03:25 PM

French bicycles should also be brought to the event. I will be bringing one of my Peugeots. Anyone with a Gitane?

23rd Mar 2010, 01:19 PM	#1
bazzamac Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: ACT Member#: 9812 Posts: 245	Battle of Waterloo 20 June Canberra Hi Fellow Froggies Its on again. The annual Battle of Waterloo confrontation between French and British cars. There is a new venue - Patrick White Lawns next to the National Library in Parkes. Easy access from just over Commonwealth Avenue Bridge, turn left into King Edward Terrace and then left into Parkes Place. This venue has better views across Lake Burley Griffin and is highly visible to passing traffic. Date is Sunday 20 June from 9am to 3pm. The event is again being sponsored by Shannons. Last year the event was attended by 57 vehicles, including a number from Sydney, with the French side being victors yet again although the Brits won most of the door prizes - bottles of "The Arrogant Frog". All French and British car enthusiasts are welcome. Entry is free and coffee, drinks and food will be available. bazzamac

23rd Mar 2010, 06:28 PM	#2
SilverGTi_6 Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Canberra Member#: 5085 Posts: 382 View Photos By: SilverGTi_6	I will try my best to come along again, although I will (unfortunately) be on the wrong side of the battle this year.... __________________ 2005 Black 206 GTi180 1966 Volvo 122s Previous. 2005 Red Lotus Elise 111R 1989 White 205 GTI 6 1999 Cosmos Grey manual 406 coupe (with 19'' Decorsa wheels) 1999 Silver 306 GTi 6 1992 Silver 405 MI16 1980 Silver 505 GR Last edited by SilverGTi_6; 23rd Mar 2010 at 06:45 PM.

24th Mar 2010, 12:26 AM	#3
SLC206 sans witticism Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Parramatta Member#: 1730 Posts: 6,041 View Photos By: SLC206	Is this the spot? link __________________ Regards, Simon 2007 207 GTi ----- 2004 206 GTi180 2000 206 GTi 1995 306 XT www.peugeotclub.asn.au

24th Mar 2010, 05:22 PM	#5
UFO Citroën Tragic Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Inner West Sydney, NSW, Australia Member#: 376 Posts: 12,210 View Photos By: UFO	Hopefully a rejuvenated UFO will be at this event. Thanks for the heads up and I will include it in the upcoming "Chevrons" so CCCNSW members are aware. __________________ *Craig K* 74 D Special 85 CX 2500ie 09 C5 HDi Exclusive

9th Apr 2010, 04:45 PM	#7
spring Tadpole Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: OXLEY/CANBERRA/AUSTRALIA Member#: 7126 Posts: 23	The Pugs can live with that! Will be good to see you there - So long as your old 406 Coupe comes as well __________________ In the Stable: 1995 306 S16 1989 405 Sedan 1981 505 Sedan 2001 206XT 4Dr Sedan - Daughter's. Past Rides: 1978 504GL 1975 240D Sedan 1975 504 Ti 1973 R12 GL 1966 R10s

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24th Mar 2010, 11:58 AM	#4
bazzamac Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: ACT Member#: 9812 Posts: 245	Hi SLC 206 You have hit the spot on the map. bazzamac

24th Mar 2010, 09:08 PM	#6
bazzamac Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: ACT Member#: 9812 Posts: 245	That's good - the more the merrier. Can't let the Brits win.

16th Apr 2010, 02:13 PM	#8
Snab Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canberra, Australia Member#: 16574 Posts: 56	I'll bring my CX, if it hasnt exploded/caught fire etc by then

16th Apr 2010, 05:21 PM	#9
ronhic Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canberra Member#: 11009 Posts: 155	Oh the connundrum.... Which to to take..... 1974 Citroen GS or 1969 Morris 1100 's' automatic.......or grab another driver and take both!

28th Apr 2010, 01:20 PM	#10
BruceS Tadpole Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Canberra Member#: 11688 Posts: 26	do you prefer to have better examples of the cars, or are my three everyday drivers in goodish condition welcome too? __________________ '74 R12 sedan '76 R12 wagon (with Brumbies number plates!) '05 Megane RS 225 '63 125 Vespa '66 125 Vespa (smallframe) '81 200 Vespa and sidecar '07 Kawasaki ER-6n

28th Apr 2010, 03:35 PM	#11
Hipcrostino Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Gundaroo (near Canberra) Member#: 4166 Posts: 724 View Photos By: Hipcrostino	Quantity over Quality when it come to the battle! haha, if you want to show them off then bring'em. I'll be there anyway in whatever drives at the time. __________________ Reguards, Paul Thorne __________________________________________________ Red Peugeot 205 Gti - Mi16 powred by Wolf 3d Red Peugeot 504 - soon to be SR20 turbo'd (56K Warning) Last edited by Hipcrostino; 28th Apr 2010 at 03:59 PM.

30th Apr 2010, 10:30 AM	#12
kenyaboi Tadpole Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Eleebana Lake Macquarie Member#: 8966 Posts: 3	Must outnumber the Brits Will do my best to be there in either one of my Pugs or the Citroen...Auto Italia was held at this new venue near the National Library and its a great place for this type of event..Cheers Last edited by kenyaboi; 30th Apr 2010 at 10:38 AM. Reason: typo error

1st Jun 2010, 10:33 AM	#13
le frogg Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: north canberra australia Member#: 14740 Posts: 58 View Photos By: le frogg	do you just drive to the location? or need to be part of a club ?

1st Jun 2010, 05:24 PM	#14
ronhic Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canberra Member#: 11009 Posts: 155	You don't need to be a member of a car club, but joining one means you get to hear about these things, meet some interesting people, share knowledge and enjoy camaraderie with other like minded individuals.....

1st Jun 2010, 05:38 PM	#15
97306N5 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sydney Member#: 21831 Posts: 90	Im trying to get the day off to attend, is there a class etc for each series ??? Will I be up against other vehicles etc. Mark.

1st Jun 2010, 06:18 PM	#17
97306N5 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sydney Member#: 21831 Posts: 90	Im unsure who else is attending as Im a newbie here and was hoping to get the day off so I can meet some more members, planning to go to Next months PCCNSW meeting too to join up

1st Jun 2010, 06:45 PM	#18
UFO Citroën Tragic Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Inner West Sydney, NSW, Australia Member#: 376 Posts: 12,210 View Photos By: UFO	CCCNSW is putting a convoy of sorts together: What: Battle of Waterloo - Canberra - French v English Car Clubs display day When: Sunday 20 June 10am onwards Where: Convoy leaving Pheasants Nest southbound Mobil S/S at 8am. Meet at venue “Patrick White Garden” near National Library. Lunch in a suitable location nearby. Contact Darren Davis 0410 538 746 or Craig Keller 0418 484 798. Bring your UHF radio if you have one too so we can stay in touch. __________________ *Craig K* 74 D Special 85 CX 2500ie 09 C5 HDi Exclusive

1st Jun 2010, 10:22 PM	#19
PJ810 Architect / 605 Nut Join Date: May 2005 Location: Sydney - Chatswood Member#: 5183 Posts: 6,635	I was planning to attend. But unfortunately a certain P-plater was let loose on our roads this morning and my 605 fell victim. If I can get it sorted by the 20th (usually 3 months by the time all the parts come from France) then I'll attend. __________________ Cheers, Patrick Architect 1995 Peugeot 605SV (Bianca White) 1999 Volvo V70XC 2001 Volvo Cross Country (PJ-810)

2nd Jun 2010, 10:08 AM	#20
Mes déesses Tadpole Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Parramatta Member#: 16639 Posts: 15	Hi I will attempt to come along I am running low on wine

6th Jun 2010, 11:28 AM	#21
casbourne Fellow Frogger! Join Date: May 2006 Location: Tantawanglo/Australia Member#: 7734 Posts: 158	Which to take? Citroen GS, lovely car. Cas

6th Jun 2010, 10:52 PM	#24
Philip Whitton Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: BARGO in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW AUSTRALIA Member#: 7585 Posts: 593 View Photos By: Philip Whitton	? wot peddaling faster? Due to certain legal restrictions we will be cruising at a stately 90kms. Reason: son is on red Ps in Quasimodo ( his 18th birthday present 205) Of course Peppi has the cruising diff to keep up.

15th Jun 2010, 03:25 PM	#25
renweave Fellow Frogger! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Canberra Member#: 845 Posts: 400	French bicycles should also be brought to the event. I will be bringing one of my Peugeots. Anyone with a Gitane? __________________ 1976 Renault 12 1.4 wagon (Bright yellow) 1998 P306 XSi (Bianca White) FOR SALE 2006 P307XS HDi Touring (Thorium Grey) 1990 Peugeot Mixte bicycle (silver) 1970s Peugeot Mixte bicycle (white) 1970s Peugeot folding bicycle (white) 1970s Peugeot Gents bikes (for sale)