Los Angeles Meet -- Saturday, July 26th in the evening

Viper007Bond · July 25th, 2008, 03:49 AM

This is very short notice, but the people going to the filming of Top Gear America on Saturday will be meeting up afterwards.

Even if you aren't going to the taping, you're still welcome to come.

Details will/are being established in this thread (meet discussion started in the ticket thread, so this thread will seem kinda empty for a bit).

Scott · July 25th, 2008, 12:58 PM

very cool idea, I look forward to hearing (and seeing thru your pics) what this was like....

Viper007Bond · July 25th, 2008, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott

very cool idea, I look forward to hearing (and seeing thru your pics) what this was like....

Don't look at me. It's a 15 hour drive. images/smilies/sad.gif

Scott · July 25th, 2008, 01:04 PM

Yeah, I assumed you were not going, but I am sure one or two of those folks will have a camera on them!

gtrietsc · July 25th, 2008, 02:47 PM

I am up for meeting somewhere, but I havent been to SoCal in about 7 years. Would like to hit someplace for dinner closer to the beach. My wife has never been to CA before, so going to try to show her as much as possible while we are there, so Carl's Jr. isn't going to cut it! images/smilies/smile.gif

gloomy_DAY · July 25th, 2008, 03:27 PM

Sounds good people! I'd love to hang out up there this weekend. Only a 45 minute drive from O.C.

Any places in mind? D-day is tomorrow.

Harlock · July 25th, 2008, 04:37 PM

I'll come for some food too, how bout some In and Out burger I haven't had those in years! I'll be checkin this thread for info!

NightHawk805 · July 25th, 2008, 05:33 PM

Bob's Big Boy in Burbank any1?

Carey934 · July 25th, 2008, 07:17 PM

We've got our tickets and will be there!

Carey

MadeBackwards · July 25th, 2008, 07:36 PM

As a British ex-pat Final Gear lurker living in San Diego, I managed to get TopGear pilot tickets thanks to the tip off on the site...so, I figured it was time to sign up to the forums at last.

I do have another engagement to get away to soon after the filming, so I might not be able to stick around for long, but I'll be keen to catch up with as many of you as possible, especially those living in SoCal.

Cheers, See you tomorrow!

Also, I notice on the tickets it says:

"ABSOLUTELY NO CELL PHONES, PAGERS, OR CAMERAS WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE STUDIO. PLEASE LEAVE THESE ITEMS IN YOUR CAR AS SECURITY PERSONNEL WILL CONFISCATE THEM TEMPORARILY WHILE YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN THE STUDIO AUDIENCE."

...so there may not be all that many pictures to be had...

gtrietsc · July 25th, 2008, 07:57 PM

Not hearing many suggestions for a place to eat images/smilies/smile.gif

I would suggest going for drinks somewheres, but how many of you that are going are old enough? images/smilies/smile.gif

ThatVietGuy · July 25th, 2008, 08:15 PM

Much like MadeBackwards, long-time lurker, first-time poster.

I'm registered to go to both the pretaping and the actual taping at 1:30 and 4:00, respectively.

Is there anyway we could identify each other or will it be trial-and-error images/smilies/tongue.gif

Gunn · July 25th, 2008, 09:47 PM

Another long time lurker, first time poster AND a British ex-pat to boot!!

Tried to get tickets for this a few days ago, wish I knew about it earlier as I work 15 miles away from the studio!! Loved Top Gear since the first series (yes, I'm that old). Defo up for a meet afterwards, where? when guys?

If you want a place with a view, maybe Neptune's Net On the 1 Freeway is a good idea, but it's always crowded on a weekend and is slightly out of the way (being in Malibu).

MadeBackwards · July 25th, 2008, 11:58 PM

Okay. I too am going to the pre-show...whilst I have no desire to see Mel B or Howie Mandel, I DO like the Idea of being guaranteed entry to TG.

I'm pretty sure we'll be able to identify ourselves once a couple of us have found eachother. I for one don't mind being greeted with a blank stare when I ask a complete stranger or three if they're from 'Final Gear'.

Of course, I could upload something for each of us to download and pin/stick on ourselves...but there's no need for that, is there?

I'll hopefully be arriving by about 1pm...so although I won't be able to hang around for long after (hence not contributing to the 'where to go for drinks/food debate) I'm sure a few of us can at least get to know each other and exchange numbers/email addresses as appropriate.

Thoughts?

Carey934 · July 26th, 2008, 02:01 AM

What about Adam Carollas restaurant, Amalfi? Its not too far away. Or Pinks. Pinks is great!

gloomy_DAY · July 26th, 2008, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Carey934

What about Adam Carollas restaurant, Amalfi? Its not too far away. Or Pinks. Pinks is great!

Pinks! Let's go to Pinks people. images/smilies/biggrin.gif

I have never been to this fine dining establishment and is not far away.
What do you guys say?

MadeBackwards · July 26th, 2008, 03:43 AM

Again, I'm not going, but 'Pinks' would seem pretty apt! I'm sure there won't be a line at that time of night!

GeigerSpeed · July 26th, 2008, 03:52 AM

Im sooo pissseed! I just got home.. and found out about the pre-show.. anybody have extra tickets to that lol just need two. images/smilies/whistling.gif

I'll be with my buddy in a M3 and I'll be wearing a green button down. and the name is ittai (408)203-5939.. give me call so we can all meet up!

Quovadis · July 26th, 2008, 05:16 AM

I'm new here, but i live in LA. Depending on where you all decide to go I might be able to join in. I'll monitor this thread on Saturday. images/smilies/smile.gif

cvrefugee · July 26th, 2008, 05:20 AM

I'll be there for sure, going to arrive no later than 3pm just to make sure I get a spot. If you want to meet at my car, it will probably be the only bright yellow Scion xB in the parking lot images/smilies/lol.gif

July 25th, 2008, 03:49 AM	#1
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Scott Previously known as ssnapier Joined: May 23rd, 2005 Last Online: 01:57 AM Location: Fort Detrick, Maryland Posts: 1,243 Car: RS2'd 95 Audi S-6 '06 Jetta TDI Rep Power: 20	very cool idea, I look forward to hearing (and seeing thru your pics) what this was like.... __________________

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Scott Previously known as ssnapier Joined: May 23rd, 2005 Last Online: 01:57 AM Location: Fort Detrick, Maryland Posts: 1,243 Car: RS2'd 95 Audi S-6 '06 Jetta TDI Rep Power: 20	Yeah, I assumed you were not going, but I am sure one or two of those folks will have a camera on them! __________________

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gtrietsc Joined: Dec 14th, 2004 Last Online: 05:29 AM Location: Lewisville, TX USA Age: 31 Posts: 876 Car: '06 Suzuki Katana, '02 Lexus IS300, '07 Ford F-150 Rep Power: 16	I am up for meeting somewhere, but I havent been to SoCal in about 7 years. Would like to hit someplace for dinner closer to the beach. My wife has never been to CA before, so going to try to show her as much as possible while we are there, so Carl's Jr. isn't going to cut it! __________________

July 25th, 2008, 07:57 PM	#11
gtrietsc Joined: Dec 14th, 2004 Last Online: 05:29 AM Location: Lewisville, TX USA Age: 31 Posts: 876 Car: '06 Suzuki Katana, '02 Lexus IS300, '07 Ford F-150 Rep Power: 16	Not hearing many suggestions for a place to eat I would suggest going for drinks somewheres, but how many of you that are going are old enough? __________________

July 25th, 2008, 03:27 PM	#6
gloomy_DAY Joined: May 8th, 2006 Last Online: July 27th, 2008 Location: Orange County Posts: 16 Rep Power: 0	Sounds good people! I'd love to hang out up there this weekend. Only a 45 minute drive from O.C. Any places in mind? D-day is tomorrow.

July 25th, 2008, 04:37 PM	#7
Harlock Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: August 25th, 2008 Location: Pompano Beach FL Posts: 3 Car: 3 Series BMW Rep Power: 0	I'll come for some food too, how bout some In and Out burger I haven't had those in years! I'll be checkin this thread for info!

July 25th, 2008, 05:33 PM	#8
NightHawk805 Joined: Sep 9th, 2007 Last Online: August 16th, 2008 Location: Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, CA, USA, NA, Earth Posts: 12 Car: 2006 Pontiac GTO, 08 Mustang Roush Stg 3 Rep Power: 0	Bob's Big Boy in Burbank any1?

July 25th, 2008, 07:17 PM	#9
Carey934 Joined: Jul 21st, 2006 Last Online: July 27th, 2008 Posts: 25 Rep Power: 0	We've got our tickets and will be there! Carey

July 25th, 2008, 07:36 PM	#10
MadeBackwards Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: 06:16 AM Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 16 Car: '06 Ford Mustang Convertible Rep Power: 0	As a British ex-pat Final Gear lurker living in San Diego, I managed to get TopGear pilot tickets thanks to the tip off on the site...so, I figured it was time to sign up to the forums at last. I do have another engagement to get away to soon after the filming, so I might not be able to stick around for long, but I'll be keen to catch up with as many of you as possible, especially those living in SoCal. Cheers, See you tomorrow! Also, I notice on the tickets it says: "ABSOLUTELY NO CELL PHONES, PAGERS, OR CAMERAS WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE STUDIO. PLEASE LEAVE THESE ITEMS IN YOUR CAR AS SECURITY PERSONNEL WILL CONFISCATE THEM TEMPORARILY WHILE YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN THE STUDIO AUDIENCE." ...so there may not be all that many pictures to be had...

July 25th, 2008, 08:15 PM	#12
ThatVietGuy Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: August 27th, 2008 Location: Riverside, CA Age: 23 Posts: 12 Car: '02 Toyota Solara Rep Power: 0	Much like MadeBackwards, long-time lurker, first-time poster. I'm registered to go to both the pretaping and the actual taping at 1:30 and 4:00, respectively. Is there anyway we could identify each other or will it be trial-and-error

July 25th, 2008, 09:47 PM	#13
Gunn Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: August 4th, 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1 Car: 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R SpecV Rep Power: 0	Another long time lurker, first time poster AND a British ex-pat to boot!! Tried to get tickets for this a few days ago, wish I knew about it earlier as I work 15 miles away from the studio!! Loved Top Gear since the first series (yes, I'm that old). Defo up for a meet afterwards, where? when guys? If you want a place with a view, maybe Neptune's Net On the 1 Freeway is a good idea, but it's always crowded on a weekend and is slightly out of the way (being in Malibu).

July 25th, 2008, 11:58 PM	#14
MadeBackwards Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: 06:16 AM Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 16 Car: '06 Ford Mustang Convertible Rep Power: 0	Okay. I too am going to the pre-show...whilst I have no desire to see Mel B or Howie Mandel, I DO like the Idea of being guaranteed entry to TG. I'm pretty sure we'll be able to identify ourselves once a couple of us have found eachother. I for one don't mind being greeted with a blank stare when I ask a complete stranger or three if they're from 'Final Gear'. Of course, I could upload something for each of us to download and pin/stick on ourselves...but there's no need for that, is there? I'll hopefully be arriving by about 1pm...so although I won't be able to hang around for long after (hence not contributing to the 'where to go for drinks/food debate) I'm sure a few of us can at least get to know each other and exchange numbers/email addresses as appropriate. Thoughts?

July 26th, 2008, 02:01 AM	#15
Carey934 Joined: Jul 21st, 2006 Last Online: July 27th, 2008 Posts: 25 Rep Power: 0	What about Adam Carollas restaurant, Amalfi? Its not too far away. Or Pinks. Pinks is great!

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MadeBackwards Joined: Jul 25th, 2008 Last Online: 06:16 AM Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 16 Car: '06 Ford Mustang Convertible Rep Power: 0	Again, I'm not going, but 'Pinks' would seem pretty apt! I'm sure there won't be a line at that time of night!

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July 26th, 2008, 03:52 AM	#18
GeigerSpeed Joined: Jul 20th, 2008 Last Online: 12:54 AM Location: CA; NY; & Israel Posts: 45 Rep Power: 1	Im sooo pissseed! I just got home.. and found out about the pre-show.. anybody have extra tickets to that lol just need two. I'll be with my buddy in a M3 and I'll be wearing a green button down. and the name is ittai (408)203-5939.. give me call so we can all meet up! __________________ http://www.streetfire.net/profile/geigerspeed.htm http://www.fastlanedaily.com/episode/fld_20071023

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Quovadis Joined: Jul 26th, 2008 Last Online: July 28th, 2008 Location: City of the Angels Posts: 4 Car: 5MT Altima SE Rep Power: 0	I'm new here, but i live in LA. Depending on where you all decide to go I might be able to join in. I'll monitor this thread on Saturday.

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cvrefugee Joined: Aug 16th, 2004 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Corona, CA Age: 27 Posts: 3,201 Car: 2005 Scion xB Rep Power: 45	I'll be there for sure, going to arrive no later than 3pm just to make sure I get a spot. If you want to meet at my car, it will probably be the only bright yellow Scion xB in the parking lot