That was my first and only trip to America but it was unfortunately very short as I fitted in with the arrangements of the other owners I travelled with.
We flew into Dallas and drove straight up to Hallet for the three days of AtomFest, then drove straight back to Dallas and flew home again.
This time I would like to see a bit more of America if I can so I suppose it's time to start arranging what I'm going to do.
There was some talk a while ago about driving Atoms across country for owners who couldn't do it themselves or who didn't have the time to do it, such as this post from Bolus . . . .
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anyone want to drive my car from Portland to Hallet for me?
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I'm assuming that this was not really a serious offer and just wishful thinking on the part of those of us who jumped in to try to secure the drive.
Therefore, for my travel arrangements I was wondering if there is anyone who is travelling across country who would like some company (and someone to share the cost of course) so that I could see more of America.
Time isn't really a problem for me so I could fly to America on a date to fit in with your plans whereupon you could pick me up from the airport for the overland journey or any other arrangements that might be preferable.
Could anyone interested in this concept please let me know.
Also, in 2007 it was hard not having my Atom with me as most of the time at the track was spent watching other owners enjoying themselves.
I must, however, thank everyone who gave me passenger rides and a special thank-you goes out to Randy and Jim Sharp (SharpAtom2) who each let me have a session driving one of their Atoms for a couple of laps.
There was this thread entitled 'Atomfest guest drivers car sharing' and I was wondering if this offer was still on the cards as I would definitely be interested if it was.
Details of sharing the costs for the car to be at AtomFest, along with any insurance that was necessary, would have to be agreed of course.
I would, however, be willing to guarantee that I would cover all costs that are incurred as a result of my share of driving someone's Atom right up to the full cost of the car if the worst was to happen.
Again if there's anyone interested in this concept could you please let me know.