Gothenburg 2015

Post 738933 by Ettienne on 2014-10-02 17:16:11

[QUOTE=hemihusky;738930]dates and money depending sure id love a roadtrip![/QUOTE] I fly it's £50-70 return, but don't let me put off drivers as we could always meet up out there and make if no one objected use them to get around (not that you do much driving). It will take some organising, I'll look into it. Just a list of interested peeps and if flying or driving

Post 738934 by Ettienne on 2014-10-02 17:17:12

[QUOTE=oblark;738928]Pencil me in for this.[/QUOTE] I can't promise the same as last time, Jonas wespelanger no longer works in customer services.

Post 739215 by Saaamon on 2014-10-03 12:20:16

Yeah I'm up for this, would want to drive though.

Post 739219 by JamesT5 on 2014-10-03 12:44:58

Driving to Sweden would be a real trek and what if a car breaks down? I'd be so tempted by a trip like this though if the price was right.

Post 739223 by stephenevans99 on 2014-10-03 13:27:49

Driving was my preference, but since they've stopped the Harwich to Esbjerg route it'd be a proper trek, Rotterdam to Gothenburg is about 800 mile or 11 hours :O

Post 740086 by Saaamon on 2014-10-05 23:16:45

[QUOTE=JamesT5;739219]Driving to Sweden would be a real trek and what if a car breaks down? I'd be so tempted by a trip like this though if the price was right.[/QUOTE] Get it repaired then carry on.. Rough costings based on my own car, from north essex £400-500 fuel, £250 harwich night crossing, (very roughly) £160 bridge tolls, although I'd probably get the ferry out of Kiel to gothenburg as the extra cost is what you'd spend on a hotel anyway, then £1000 min for hotels and living for 2 people for 4-5 days.

Post 740087 by Ettienne on 2014-10-05 23:22:58

[QUOTE=Saaamon;740086]Get it repaired then carry on.. Rough costings based on my own car, from north essex £400-500 fuel, £250 harwich night crossing, (very roughly) £160 bridge tolls, although I'd probably get the ferry out of Kiel to gothenburg as the extra cost is what you'd spend on a hotel anyway, then £1000 min for hotels and living for 2 people for 4-5 days.[/QUOTE] I found a hotel central gburg, £60 per night with breakfast, very nice hotel too.

Post 740089 by AndysR on 2014-10-05 23:36:26

I'm interested, always fancied visiting the museum :) Driving or flying I'm not fussed, the drive appeals but also the ease of flying does have it's benefits I guess :)

Post 740094 by JamesT5 on 2014-10-06 00:02:49

[QUOTE=AndysR;740089]I'm interested, always fancied visiting the museum :) Driving or flying I'm not fussed, the drive appeals but also the ease of flying does have it's benefits I guess :)[/QUOTE] I didn't know your car can fly as well...... ;)

Post 740095 by JamesT5 on 2014-10-06 00:03:19

[QUOTE=Saaamon;739215]Yeah I'm up for this, would want to drive though.[/QUOTE] Better set off now then. :D

Post 740102 by Saaamon on 2014-10-06 00:16:31

[QUOTE=JamesT5;740095]Better set off now then. :D[/QUOTE] Do it in a day if you double drive. 1000km a day is comfortable though.

Post 740109 by stephenevans99 on 2014-10-06 05:37:45

[QUOTE=Saaamon;740086]Get it repaired then carry on.. Rough costings based on my own car, from north essex £400-500 fuel, £250 harwich night crossing, (very roughly) £160 bridge tolls, although I'd probably get the ferry out of Kiel to gothenburg as the extra cost is what you'd spend on a hotel anyway, then £1000 min for hotels and living for 2 people for 4-5 days.[/QUOTE] Harwich to Esbjerg crossing has been cancelled :( You'd be looking at driving from Rotterdam which works out at 800 miles to Gothenburg.

Post 740111 by Ettienne on 2014-10-06 06:56:49

Post 740126 by Saaamon on 2014-10-06 10:49:42

[QUOTE=stephenevans99;740109]Harwich to Esbjerg crossing has been cancelled :( You'd be looking at driving from Rotterdam which works out at 800 miles to Gothenburg.[/QUOTE] My costings are based on harwich to hook of Holland, then Kiel to Gothenburg. Real shame about the esjberg ferry, was planning a trip to Gothenburg before it was mentioned on here but this has put me off now, although i'll go if we're doing a forum trip.

Post 740129 by stribo on 2014-10-06 11:15:28

[QUOTE=Saaamon;740102]Do it in a day if you double drive. 1000km a day is comfortable though.[/QUOTE] I've done Woking to Benidorm (1300 miles) solo in 19 hours, so as you say 1000 kms no trouble at all.

Post 740131 by V70 Graham on 2014-10-06 11:23:30

Put M-R-P down.....Gothenburg is just past Reading isn't it ?

Post 741674 by 70fan on 2014-10-12 09:48:00

Sounds like a good idea. I could well be up for a road trip.

Post 742336 by Doingitsideways on 2014-10-14 22:30:00

So, when are people looking at going, if at all? Gothenburg is something I'd love to do, but like all things it would boil down to money. Especially with my first baby due in February! Would love the road trip too, and shouldn't be as bad on juice if I took the dirty diesel (as long as noone minded holding back for me!) But again, would boil down to money. So, anyone have any rough ideas? When, Costings, Weekender, that sort of thing?

Post 742340 by Saaamon on 2014-10-14 22:40:53

I put an idea of costs up on page one but that was based on my car, I already have breakdown and the legal stuff like triangles, hivs jackets etc. it's two days driving one way, in terms of dates any time before April and winter tyres are needed.

Post 742345 by Ettienne on 2014-10-14 23:04:32

Definitely won't be a weekend as they don't produce cars then most likely a Tuesday / Wednesday affair

Post 742355 by Doingitsideways on 2014-10-14 23:53:52

Ok. I saw the post on page 1. Was just wandering if prices were much change throughout the year? Ferrys etc, are priced higher in summer, aren't they? Much like flights. Must admit though, that unless it's later in the year, I'm out. Don't think it would be fair to leave the Mrs with a newborn so soon.

Post 742375 by Saaamon on 2014-10-15 08:26:12

Dover calais prices can be dear in summer but the other routes don't change to much.

Post 749185 by Ettienne on 2014-11-23 19:36:09

I will be pursuing this after Xmas and try and get the dates around October half term, so plenty Of notice for work and saving up.

Post 749186 by The Flying Moose on 2014-11-23 19:51:06

[QUOTE=Ettienne;749185]I will be pursuing this after Xmas and try and get the dates around October half term, so plenty Of notice for work and saving up.[/QUOTE] Plenty of notice for all too! If I manage to save then count me in, hell the driving fraternity amongst us can even plan a minor detour en-route to the ring! Better start saving... ;)

Post 749192 by Ettienne on 2014-11-23 20:38:11

I'll be flying from stansted, will have Nicci, Hudson and Evie with me. Last time it was around £200 all in so guess at £250? But yes guessing driving not an issue

Post 749464 by Ettienne on 2014-11-25 07:58:05

Just to give you an idea on prices booking far enough in advance.

Post 749480 by Ettienne on 2014-11-25 11:32:06

Currently hotels are £50-70 in a central location per person

Post 749483 by stribo on 2014-11-25 11:56:15

[QUOTE=Ettienne;749480]Currently hotels are £50-70 in a central location per person[/QUOTE] Sure I've seen this somewhere before. :D

Post 754504 by Ettienne on 2015-01-04 17:50:43

Ok I'll be speaking with Gburg tomorrow and will try 14th October, they are a bit laconic with responses. But I'll update the thread when I know more. This would mean meeting in Gburg on the 13th!!!! Staying overnight and factory tour and museum on the 14th to fly home the night of the 14th, so on,y staying one night!! Cheapest way to do it flights are currently 50-75 return. Edit just sent email they are closed until the 7th. I made enquiries for the possible use of the entire 2015/16 range of cars.

Post 754506 by Ettienne on 2015-01-04 18:06:04

http://www.volvocars.com/intl/about/our-company/experience-volvo-cars/visit-volvo-cars

Post 754515 by Saaamon on 2015-01-04 19:24:34

Awesome, 100% will be there. Thanks for arranging this!

Post 754528 by Ettienne on 2015-01-04 19:51:07

That's cool saaamon!

Post 754542 by jamesy12345 on 2015-01-04 20:20:40

would love to go but no idea if I'm working on those dates...will try to firm up (go to the gym, try Viagra, etc)

Post 754552 by Ettienne on 2015-01-04 20:44:34

Ill confirm the date once I here back but I'll try for around then as it's plenty of notice and after there summer shut down.

Post 754673 by The Flying Moose on 2015-01-05 19:46:26

Cheers Ettiene. Certainly very interested.

Post 755740 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:03:39

Ok I have heard back from Volvo today They are able to book the experience centre for us where we will be able to drive the entire 2016 line up of Volvo cars. I have said provisionally 10-20 people, they can allow access from just one person. A rough itinerary Flight from stanstead (or your choice of airport) 9.30am arrive Gothenburg (Tuesday) 10am bus into town. Then a full day in Gothenburg Vpc night out! 8.45 factory tour (wedsnesday) 10am driving experience, test track full 2016 range including hybrids Plus Volvo brand experience. 1pm lunch at factory 2.30pm Volvo museum 5.30 it shuts, then onward via taxi for me to airport, a few hour wait to 8-9pm flight. As you can see this is the cheapest way and only requires one nights stay. Currently £50-70 for return flights from standstead £50-75 for hotel These prices are a rough guess The factory tour is free, but there is some cost for the driving experience I shall have to confirm price once I know numbers. There may need to be payment for the driving experience as this would need to be booked.

Post 755741 by t5 pete on 2015-01-12 21:06:50

Sounds good one thing you've missed we need a night on the tiles so no early flights the next morning lol

Post 755743 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:12:10

[QUOTE=t5 pete;755741]Sounds good one thing you've missed we need a night on the tiles so no early flights the next morning lol[/QUOTE] I try and make it as cheap as possible, but the finessing of your trip you can do yourselves. The 8.45am is a fixed point on the Wednesday morning. I'll go with the flow and try and host / help as much as possible.

Post 755744 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:12:48

Please check this link to see what's available as it's really a worthwhile trip for Volvo petrol heads. http://www.volvocars.com/intl/about/our-company/experience-volvo-cars/visit-volvo-cars

Post 755745 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:20:26

I could do with an idea of who is interested, so I can plan and cost out the driving experience. Ettienne

Post 755747 by Saaamon on 2015-01-12 21:22:07

Sounds really good! Very keen to have a go in some of the cars depending on cost. I'll be driving there so will leave on Monday and arrive Tuesday afternoon roughly. Any thoughts on hotels?

Post 755748 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:24:42

[QUOTE=Saaamon;755747]Sounds really good! Very keen to have a go in some of the cars depending on cost. I'll be driving there so will leave on Monday and arrive Tuesday afternoon roughly. Any thoughts on hotels?[/QUOTE] If you use the main hotel finders e.g trivago is very cheap £35 upwards. Centre is good and can walk back from the evening out on Tuesday night, I know a decent pub I found last time, cheap and good food. I forgot to add we are also doing the brand experience, amended above

Post 755749 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:26:06

List of interested peoples Ettienne Saaamon

Post 755750 by Saaamon on 2015-01-12 21:33:18

I use booking.com, had a look at this one earlier, seems close enough to the centre, well priced and has parking. Hotell kusten Kustgatan 10, Majorna, 414 55 Göteborg, Sweden. http://www.booking.com/hotel/se/kusten.en-gb.html?sid=20dda8add1eee72bad84edadd7fc3495;dcid=4;checkin=2015-10-13;checkout=2015-10-15;ucfs=1;highlighted_facilites=2;pr=30,70;pr_cur_code=GBP;srfid=8eea737d933c454d5d003a07c4cafdd0c6c88bdbX6;highlight_room=1806202

Post 755752 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 21:39:20

[QUOTE=Saaamon;755750]I use booking.com, had a look at this one earlier, seems close enough to the centre, well priced and has parking. Hotell kusten Kustgatan 10, Majorna, 414 55 Göteborg, Sweden. http://www.booking.com/hotel/se/kusten.en-gb.html?sid=20dda8add1eee72bad84edadd7fc3495;dcid=4;checkin=2015-10-13;checkout=2015-10-15;ucfs=1;highlighted_facilites=2;pr=30,70;pr_cur_code=GBP;srfid=8eea737d933c454d5d003a07c4cafdd0c6c88bdbX6;highlight_room=1806202[/QUOTE] That is a fair way from the city centre, but I'm happy to jump on a tram. Last time we were 300m from the centre high st, but obviously it would be impossible with a car. I know a good pub I can see if they do special rates for a group booking as eating out is expensive.

Post 755756 by Saaamon on 2015-01-12 21:55:01

Ahh yes that is a little way out, I've no issues staying in a different hotel to others, not that it would, but i wouldn't expect everyone else to stay in the same hotel as me just because I've got the car. Be interested to know if anyone else is driving?

Post 755758 by t5 pete on 2015-01-12 22:02:27

[QUOTE=Saaamon;755756]Ahh yes that is a little way out, I've no issues staying in a different hotel to others, not that it would, but i wouldn't expect everyone else to stay in the same hotel as me just because I've got the car. Be interested to know if anyone else is driving?[/QUOTE] Ide love to drive it but depends on time frame as with 2 little ones were lucky to get one night off never mind a few off

Post 755759 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 22:03:45

[QUOTE=Saaamon;755756]Ahh yes that is a little way out, I've no issues staying in a different hotel to others, not that it would, but i wouldn't expect everyone else to stay in the same hotel as me just because I've got the car. Be interested to know if anyone else is driving?[/QUOTE] I really don't mind and makes things easier. I'm looking forward to this as the factory experiences and museum are excellent. I've met the Volvo representative in the emails which makes things easier as she remembers us from the last visit.

Post 755766 by Saaamon on 2015-01-12 22:24:50

[QUOTE=t5 pete;755758]Ide love to drive it but depends on time frame as with 2 little ones were lucky to get one night off never mind a few off[/QUOTE] Thats understandable, i don't have that kind of responsibility so easy for me. I probably wouldn't get to involved with the convoy thing. [QUOTE=Ettienne;755759]I really don't mind and makes things easier. I'm looking forward to this as the factory experiences and museum are excellent. I've met the Volvo representative in the emails which makes things easier as she remembers us from the last visit.[/QUOTE] Probably would make things easier, certainly in terms of making sure we all arrive at the museum at the same time. Been wanting to go there for a while now and being able to see the factory is an opportunity not to be missed. I saw some picture awhile ago (probably few years) about a forum trip to the museum, in the winter time? Was that you who arranged that trip aswell?

Post 755770 by Ettienne on 2015-01-12 22:40:14

Yep it was awesome, I can't explain how good the trip was apart from if you didn't go you missed out.

Post 755826 by Ettienne on 2015-01-13 11:15:29

There is a chap on voc who is interested on driving. If anyone has some more advise I've told him to view this thread. Probably one for saaamon he seems more organised with driving.

Post 755831 by Ettienne on 2015-01-13 11:49:06

Fly or drive to Gburg factory if you've not been then you have seriously missed out. Cost last time was £200 for flights, taxis, hotel, plus food extra (although this can be cheaper booking ahead) I flew from stanstead it was £70 return 1.5 hour flight. Iam not the person to ask about driving saaamont5 on vpc is organised and driving there. Rough itinerary 13th arrive Gburg 10.30am All day in Gburg and evening out as a forum or as individuals, depending on what you prefer. 14th Blue train 08.45-9.45 (around factory) Brand Experience Centre 10.00-11.30 (was crash test facility last time, plus new cars, amazing stuff) Lunch at Restaurant Varianten 11.45-12.45 Demo Centre (driving) 13.00-14.00 (driving the 2016 range of cars) This is the itinerary from Jeanette. Cost of the driving is £28 per person, which I believe covers just there costs. This would be the only cost apart from lunch, which I believe may be free also "the famous Volvo Swedish meatballs" 14.30-17.30 Volvo museum around £6 to get in. If in wrong section please move. The £28 for driving is all that is required so I can book that but I'll make a cut off date for that of mid march, depending how much notice the factory needs as this gets booked up quickly

Post 755834 by Saaamon on 2015-01-13 12:17:44

More than happy to run through the driving with anyone who has questions.

Post 755843 by Ettienne on 2015-01-13 14:56:59

Curtesy of tt82 Volvo owners club As for driving, I did it a few years ago. It's 1,300 miles (From Manchester) and took 2 full days. Ferry from Dover to Dunkirk via DFDS takes 2 hours and costs about £50 depending on the number of people in the car. The Oresund Bridge has a toll which is a cash payment of 47 Euros each way. There is a transponder pass which is cheaper per crossing but fee's mean you need to do at least 2 crossings for it to be cheaper in total. The Storebaelt Bridge in Denmark is also a toll bridge and costs 18 Euro's per crossing. Overnight stay can be free (throw up a tent in a Motorway services/picnic area) or for a small cost in a Travel Lodge type hotel. Fuel costs obviously depends on speed and how many people are in the car. Generally your looking at £300-400 roughly. Other options are the ferry from Germany to Sweden to avoid the bridges but I don't know what costs are like! The Harwich to Esjberg ferry route is now closed. I followed the same route Clarkson took in the race to Oslo. Going across the top of Holland. The Oresund Bridge is quite fantastic to drive across. Does this help you at all saaamon, please correct if you need too. Flying maybe the best and cheaper option for some, I used Ryanair.

Post 755872 by Saaamon on 2015-01-13 18:11:27

That's a really decent write up. Only thing I could add is, the car must carry 2 warning triangles, as many hi vis jackets as there are passengers and they must be inside the car, headlight beam stickers and GB plates or sticker. I don't bother with the breatherlizers as the French abandoned the idea but the ferry companies still push it. I use RAC for yearly European breakdown cover but they do single trips as well, only other company that I could find who'd cover my 850 was kwik fit.

Post 755903 by cumbrianmale on 2015-01-14 05:33:20

I'm in +1 for Mrs. I am interested in driving. I would cross from Newcastle to IJmuiden and drive up from there.

Post 755905 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 07:10:07

That's good there is a few interested now. Just to confirm the only thing that needs to be booked and paid is the driving experience, ive asked for 10 spots and it's 280sek £28 approx. You don't have to take part in this but the opportunity to drive the 2016 line up on a test track at Volvo seems a bargain. This I will have to put an end date on, ideally ASAP.

Post 755911 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 08:00:54

Can we add to the list as another couple of people have shown interest now. If your plus 1s are not driving please alter and repost. Driving experience list: Ettienne Cumb male +1 Saaamon Charlie Dibble

Post 755917 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 08:24:29

Post 755969 by The Flying Moose on 2015-01-14 15:35:57

Count me in certainly plenty of notice to argue it out with the other half! £28, bargain. Probably be opting for the flying route though. Driving experience list: Ettienne Cumb male +1 Saaamon Charlie Dibble Judge ninja The Flying Moose

Post 755971 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 15:46:32

[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;755969]Count me in certainly plenty of notice to argue it out with the other half! £28, bargain. Probably be opting for the flying route though. You'll probably be flying from stanstead? I'll pm you details of flights if your interested but it's very cheap via Ryanair.

Post 755975 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 15:54:15

Currently £60 return to stanstead and perfect flight times

Post 755979 by The Flying Moose on 2015-01-14 16:22:00

[QUOTE=Ettienne;755971][QUOTE=The Flying Moose;755969]Count me in certainly plenty of notice to argue it out with the other half! £28, bargain. Probably be opting for the flying route though. You'll probably be flying from stanstead? I'll pm you details of flights if your interested but it's very cheap via Ryanair.[/QUOTE] Yes please mate, Stanstead would be easiest for me. Nothing ever fly's from Norwich... except via Amsterdam! Just had a look at my BA club account, seems if I fly from Heathrow I can get the flights for free with earnt points... Arrives 30 minutes after Ryan air but returns at 19:10. Ill have a think!

Post 755988 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 16:40:55

I'll be on same flight so can book both at once plus most likely Charlie's

Post 755990 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 16:53:38

3 more spaces on the driving experience however I can extend numbers once 10 are met

Post 756038 by Ettienne on 2015-01-14 20:27:28

Driving experience list: Ettienne Cumb male +1 Saaamon Charlie Dibble Judge ninja The Flying Moose Shem (Oscar) plus wife

Post 756099 by Ettienne on 2015-01-15 09:56:26

I have to give the factory a number for the driving experience I have said 10 people and most likely 15 for the factory tour. I will need to collect the money for the driving experience as this needs to be paid up front, other than this £28 per person for 10 or £42 per person for 5. I am trying to keep to 10 spots to keep the price as low as possible. May be possible to increase the number later on if available. They will not hold the booking long and have already said that it can be booked by others.(factory tour is fine, that's all booked). Please contact me via pm to arrange payment.

Post 756118 by Saaamon on 2015-01-15 12:22:17

When are you looking to take payment ettienne? Next week would be good for me.

Post 756121 by Ettienne on 2015-01-15 13:00:57

That's fine mate. Just had confirmation from the factory and once driving experience is paid I'll forward on your hospitality passes / reservation. There are do's and don'ts, please read this section of the email, also all visitor parking is explained and how to get access to the facility. I have opted to eat at the restaurant (possibly free), this is a corporate experience and not the usual factory tour, I don't think people realise the opportunity and how good the experience is. Last time we got to see the crash test facility.

Post 756180 by Ettienne on 2015-01-15 18:37:23

Ettienne confirmed Cumb male Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed Judge ninja The Flying Moose Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Nealevo (prov) Jamest5r (prov) Full of the driving experience, may be some flexibility.

Post 756234 by The Flying Moose on 2015-01-16 00:01:01

PM Sent...

Post 756238 by Ettienne on 2015-01-16 07:11:35

Pm returned mate

Post 756324 by Ettienne on 2015-01-16 20:06:00

Ettienne confirmed Cumb male Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed Judge ninja confirmed The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Nealevo (prov) Jamest5r (prov) Full of the driving experience, may be some flexibility.

Post 756774 by The Flying Moose on 2015-01-20 21:05:40

Sorry for the delay Steve, just sent the cash via paypal! :)

Post 756838 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 15:35:59

Ok people I have an allowance of 15 This is the test track were going around and there should be some exciting cars there. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=DGNknWxOQxI

Post 756843 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 15:52:01

Ill be booking my flight this week. Who else is interested in being booked at the same time?

Post 756877 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 20:29:07

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Brikas Troublemaker x 3 Nealevo (prov) Jamest5r (prov)

Post 756883 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 20:47:29

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Prov: Brikas The troublemaker x3 Gordycfs Nealevo Jamest5r

Post 756890 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 22:01:47

This would be a cool hotel, the sailing yacht http://barkenviking.com

Post 756892 by JUDGENINJA on 2015-01-21 22:08:38

[QUOTE=Ettienne;756883]Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Prov: Brikas The troublemaker x3 Gordycfs Nealevo Jamest5r[/QUOTE] Woohoo... off to see the Swedish blondes...!!

Post 756893 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 22:10:20

[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;756892]Woohoo... off to see the Swedish blondes...!![/QUOTE] Let's hope it's not something out of the girl with the dragon tattoo for you lol. You could have volvo tattooed across your chest.

Post 756895 by JUDGENINJA on 2015-01-21 22:15:52

[QUOTE=Ettienne;756893]Let's hope it's not something out of the girl with the dragon tattoo for you lol. You could have volvo tattooed across your chest.[/QUOTE] She could do whatever she wanted!!

Post 756897 by Ettienne on 2015-01-21 22:23:59

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed Saaamon confirmed Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight Prov: Brikas The troublemaker x3 Nealevo Jamest5r It's been going mad tonight

Post 756925 by Ettienne on 2015-01-22 09:55:52

Post 756942 by Ettienne on 2015-01-22 13:21:20

Post 757089 by Ettienne on 2015-01-23 14:07:39

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r Pettaw + 1 Were upto 18 and I have a couple of friends interested, so 20 ish Anymore peeps interested, I'm aiming at wrapping up at the end of the month!

Post 757242 by Ettienne on 2015-01-24 19:25:36

Post 757298 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 08:17:35

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Dibble confirmed own flights Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r Oblark

Post 757301 by LeeT5 on 2015-01-25 09:36:02

OK. Can you confirm dates now please as i need to know because I work shift and may need to jig some holiday around. I'm interested in driving there too. From what I can gather, it is possible to get a ferry from Harwich to The Hook of Holland in Rotterdam? I have Winter tyres so that won't be a problem. Can also get AA breakdown cover for the trip. Who else is driving? Cruising at 60-70mph I could easily do 400-450 miles on a tank.

Post 757306 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 10:10:05

Hi lee dates have been confirmed a while. The 14th at Volvo and most flying out the 13th from stanstead for £60 return. Driving there are a few on voc and here. I'm trying to shut the offer end of the month, as it's a headache changing with the factory. Would you like me to send paypal details for the driving experience.

Post 757307 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 10:11:17

Can everyone send me a pm with there email details as I will be setting up a group email to send out confirmation details, maps and waivers for driving experience.

Post 757312 by LeeT5 on 2015-01-25 10:55:16

I don't know anyone on voc. who's driving there from vpc?

Post 757323 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 12:03:45

It's written on the post. Saamon

Post 757324 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 12:05:30

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Dibble confirmed arranging own flight Oblark confirmed booked from stanstead Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r

Post 757355 by LeeT5 on 2015-01-25 15:32:36

Count me out. Maybe next year.

Post 757357 by Saaamon on 2015-01-25 15:37:47

[QUOTE=LeeT5;757355]Count me out. Maybe next year.[/QUOTE] Was it something I said lol.

Post 757372 by Ettienne on 2015-01-25 16:30:39

[QUOTE=LeeT5;757355]Count me out. Maybe next year.[/QUOTE] No probs lee, but I doubt I'll be organising one next year, as I've done it twice now. Hopefully someone else can take a turn.

Post 757382 by LeeT5 on 2015-01-25 17:13:32

Oh well, I ££££ out then! I just can't get time off as ive used all my leave up and swapping it round I would need authorisation from God himself! Thanks anyway.....and no Saamon, it was nothing you said.

Post 757658 by Ettienne on 2015-01-27 17:51:35

Flights from stanstead will be into landvetter as Gburg city route is being cancelled by Ryanair.

Post 757690 by Ettienne on 2015-01-27 23:35:41

£8-ish to eat at the factory

Post 757715 by Haizum74 on 2015-01-28 12:13:42

If folk want to drive why not share the driving with someone. Insurance permitting etc. Be cheaper then say 2 or 3 folk in one car.

Post 757719 by Saaamon on 2015-01-28 12:45:40

Mite work for some but only my missus and I drive our car and I don't think she's coming to this.

Post 757721 by Ettienne on 2015-01-28 13:01:21

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Dibble confirmed arranging own flights Oblark confirmed same flight as mine. Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r

Post 757946 by Ettienne on 2015-01-30 08:24:32

Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Dibble confirmed arranging own flights Oblark confirmed same flight as mine. Pettaw, plus 1 confirmed arranging own flight. Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r Shut to new entries

Post 758497 by Ettienne on 2015-02-03 22:09:26

I'll get the email together this week and send to all parties going. It gives directions, map and reservation number, also a waiver that needs to be signed for the driving experience. Also YOU WILL NEED YOUR LICENSE Once you receive please come back to me with questions and I'll try my best to answer.

Post 758506 by Ettienne on 2015-02-03 23:03:15

You should have the email now!!

Post 758789 by Ettienne on 2015-02-06 20:08:41

Has everyone received there email?

Post 759217 by Saaamon on 2015-02-09 22:15:06

received mine :)

Post 759511 by The Flying Moose on 2015-02-11 19:31:49

Yep received thanks. Just return the waiver on the day yes?

Post 760191 by Saaamon on 2015-02-19 15:14:04

Bit of a pot shot but any chance of being able to drive any of the commercial range?

Post 760205 by Ettienne on 2015-02-19 18:25:35

Afraid not, they are a bit mysterious as to what is available, but 2016 range I'd what I've been told

Post 764167 by Ettienne on 2015-03-17 08:41:41

This is a list of who is going; Ettienne confirmed flight booked Cumb male confirmed driving Saaamon confirmed driving Charlie confirmed flight booked Judge ninja confirmed flight booked The Flying Moose confirmed Shem (Oscar) plus wife confirmed Gordycfs confirmed arranged own flight The troublemaker plus 3 arranging own flight same as mine Dibble confirmed arranging own flights Oblark confirmed same flight as mine. Pettaw, plus 1 confirmed arranging own flight. Prov: Brikas Nealevo Jamest5r Just spoke to the factory and this is the absolute last chance to get on the trip.

Post 765763 by Ettienne on 2015-03-28 19:46:56

Ok so next month we'll organise looking into hotels. This is optional and it may be easier to have small groups Those driving? Those flying from stanstead? I'll be looking into city centre again.

Post 765776 by oblark on 2015-03-28 20:11:12

Try and get a hotel thats not near the local tram route :)

Post 765783 by Ettienne on 2015-03-28 20:49:16

[QUOTE=oblark;765776]Try and get a hotel thats not near the local tram route :)[/QUOTE] I shall try but also be bringing earplugs

Post 766461 by Ettienne on 2015-03-31 14:42:32

Upto 22 so far and a I'll try and add more if it's possible with the factory.

Post 766691 by Saaamon on 2015-04-01 11:49:56

Surprised only two cars are going. What's happening with the social side are we all meeting Monday night for a meal?

Post 766692 by The Flying Moose on 2015-04-01 11:58:06

[QUOTE=Saaamon;766691]Surprised only two cars are going. What's happening with the social side are we all meeting Monday night for a meal?[/QUOTE] I think the extra time to drive plus the cost of driving with fuel vs a £60 flight has tipped it for most. I'd love to drive but just cant justify it at the moment.

Post 766747 by Ettienne on 2015-04-01 18:01:29

[QUOTE=Saaamon;766691]Surprised only two cars are going. What's happening with the social side are we all meeting Monday night for a meal?[/QUOTE] Sort that closer the time, but there's a good English pub we found (reasonable prices) and came 4th in the quiz

Post 766748 by Ettienne on 2015-04-01 18:03:11

[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;766692]I think the extra time to drive plus the cost of driving with fuel vs a £60 flight has tipped it for most. I'd love to drive but just cant justify it at the moment.[/QUOTE] If anyone hasn't booked there flights they are double now as the stanstead to Gburg city route is shut! Flights are now stanstead to landvetter and prices were honoured for those already booked. Everything else is identical times etc

Post 766994 by Saaamon on 2015-04-01 23:09:39

Must say I wouldnt drive there if it wasn't for this trip so glad there's now an excuse to go. Thinking about heading to Norway afterwards for that little extra something.

Post 767027 by t5 pete on 2015-04-01 23:36:30

[QUOTE=Saaamon;766994]Must say I wouldnt drive there if it wasn't for this trip so glad there's now an excuse to go. Thinking about heading to Norway afterwards for that little extra something.[/QUOTE] You wouldn't fancy picking some wheels up while your that way would you I bet there would be a few who would want them and would also chip in on fuel

Post 767529 by Saaamon on 2015-04-03 17:59:05

Not sured i'd want the responsibility of looking after them to be honest.

Post 768571 by Ettienne on 2015-04-12 14:16:02

Booked royal opera hotel me, judge and Oblark a couple of people are near and some directly opposite in other hotels.

Post 778231 by Ettienne on 2015-07-14 23:35:20

Just under 4 months to go! Hope everyone has booked hotels and flights

Post 778233 by The Flying Moose on 2015-07-14 23:44:27

Nothing booked yet! Rather a last mubtue kind of guy!!! Are the hotels filling up?

Post 778338 by Saaamon on 2015-07-16 17:49:06

In the process of arranging hotels and ferries, think we're going to Berlin first then on to Gothenburg. Have booked 2 nights at Spar Hotel but this could well change. Be interested to know where everyone is staying? How is everyone getting from Gothenburg to the musesum?

Post 781436 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 15:01:46

Flights will be back at 5.35 on the Wednesday night, please check those going with Ryan air. My party are most likely going to the Volvo museum on the Tuesday from the airport and then checking in after wards before heading into gburg for the evening. To get to the museum will be via taxi from landvetta unless anyone else has an idea?

Post 781442 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-12 15:54:25

[QUOTE=Ettienne;781436]Flights will be back at 5.35 on the Wednesday night, please check those going with Ryan air. My party are most likely going to the Volvo museum on the Tuesday from the airport and then checking in after wards before heading into gburg for the evening. To get to the museum will be via taxi from landvetta unless anyone else has an idea?[/QUOTE] What times do your flights arrive on the Tuesday? Looking now and most seem to arrive around 11am?

Post 781443 by Saaamon on 2015-08-12 16:21:50

[QUOTE=Ettienne;781436]Flights will be back at 5.35 on the Wednesday night, please check those going with Ryan air. My party are most likely going to the Volvo museum on the Tuesday from the airport and then checking in after wards before heading into gburg for the evening. To get to the museum will be via taxi from landvetta unless anyone else has an idea?[/QUOTE] Not sure i understand, thought the museum was on the Wednesday (14th October)? How come your going there on Tuesday?

Post 781444 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 16:34:12

[QUOTE=Saaamon;781443]Not sure i understand, thought the museum was on the Wednesday (14th October)? How come your going there on Tuesday?[/QUOTE] Because flights have been cancelled by Ryan air and will be at 5.30 Wednesday, so can go to the museum and miss flight home lol

Post 781445 by Saaamon on 2015-08-12 16:38:03

So are we still meeting there (the musesum) on Wednesday 14th? or has the date been changed?

Post 781446 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-12 16:45:34

Im totally confused now too, Saamon so its not just you! ;) Steve could you provide details of your flights and the revised itinerary? Looking at my flight options given what I think your saying I couldnt do Wednesday so need a little clarification. Thanks mate.

Post 781454 by oblark on 2015-08-12 17:51:26

Just spoke to steve, The flight back WAS at 19:30 on wednesday the 14th but ryan air has CANCELLED this flight. So we are now flying back at 17:30 on wednesday the 14th. As tuesday the 13th was a bit of a "hang around gburg" day Steve has decided to do the museum tour on the tuesday, the plan at the moment is to go straight from the airport to the museum, then check into our hotels, then go around gburg for an evening meal. Then Wednesday morning do the factory tour, have lunch at the factory then go to airport to catch the 17:30 flight home.

Post 781467 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 19:28:59

As above (thanks Oblark) should be eating at the factory around 1pm so should easily be able to get to landvetta for 3.30pm and hang about until flight. Not much I can do about Ryanair unfortunately, but should all be good still and possibly better

Post 781468 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 19:35:15

Wednesday we should be finished at the factory around 1pm and obviously lunch is for those who would like it cost £6-7 ish

Post 781471 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-12 19:42:40

So I can book the same flight from Stanstead what time do you depart on the 13th?

Post 781474 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 19:52:25

Have you not booked a flight moose? Flight out is 8.30 am and was pretty full when I booked a while back.

Post 781484 by Saaamon on 2015-08-12 21:19:36

How is everyone grouping up on the Tuesday morning?

Post 781491 by Ettienne on 2015-08-12 22:03:11

I'm guessing meet at the museum

Post 781497 by Saaamon on 2015-08-12 22:47:44

I was thinking the same......

Post 781502 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-12 22:56:37

[QUOTE=Ettienne;781474]Have you not booked a flight moose? Flight out is 8.30 am and was pretty full when I booked a while back.[/QUOTE] Thanks Steve. Shall have to arrange a spot to meet in the airport for all the flyers. No mate was waiting to see if I could wangle a flight from work. Going to book once the computer has finished updating...again!

Post 781503 by Saaamon on 2015-08-12 23:01:58

Just to help with my planning because I'm driving, if flights are at 0830 it takes 2hours? you'll land 1130 local? arrival at museum for 12-1230?

Post 781510 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-13 00:32:02

Flight done! £34.98 bargain! Steve, I've tried looking into the Hotel Royal Opera and I cant find any that match that particular description, I;ve found the Hotel Royal and another called Hotel Opera. Could you provide a link? Really looking forward to this now! Cheers

Post 781511 by Ettienne on 2015-08-13 00:38:07

Grand hotel opera, is that one way? Or both

Post 781512 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-13 01:10:56

[QUOTE=Ettienne;781511]Grand hotel opera, is that one way? Or both[/QUOTE] Cheers I'll take a look in the morning. Thats return fee.

Post 782939 by Ettienne on 2015-08-23 17:28:21

Our party will be hiring a car, it may be something others want to do as it will work very cheap in comparison to taxi fares. There is a bus to town from the airport or with numbers it may be better to share a taxi. Does everybody have an idea as to there forward journey from the airport? How many are flying into landvetter? So we can look at options. My group 5 people. Troublemaker 3 people. Flying moose 1

Post 782985 by The Flying Moose on 2015-08-23 21:12:37

Flying into Landvetter on same flights as your group Ettienne. Travel, hadnt thought of it but if enough want to hire a second car I'd definately chip in?

Post 782990 by Ettienne on 2015-08-23 21:35:24

[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;782985]Flying into Landvetter on same flights as your group Ettienne. Travel, hadnt thought of it but if enough want to hire a second car I'd definately chip in?[/QUOTE] Pm'd but they are very cheap

Post 785726 by Ettienne on 2015-09-14 16:49:15

Ok so I've recieved an email this afternoon. It is not good news, the blue train around the factory is cancelled as they have a new model in the factory and it's security / secrecy issues The rest of the day, brand experience, lunch and driving is as planned. The Volvo chap Bo (I rang him) is able to put on pastries and tea / coffee free and possibly offer a conference room with a Volvo documentary / film if he is able to show it, I think he means equipment issues. He is suggesting breakfast 9-9.45 Additionally he said it may be possible to get to the driving experience 15 mins earlier for extra time. Breakfast is agreed and I'll try for the extra 15 mins and Volvo film and post up a new itinerary, obviously I share everyone's disappointment. Pic of the email attached.

Post 785787 by oblark on 2015-09-15 08:23:22

Thats a bummer :(

Post 785797 by Ettienne on 2015-09-15 10:53:31

[QUOTE=oblark;785787]Thats a bummer :([/QUOTE] At least we've been before, no consultation to the others, best parts will be the driving and museum.

Post 785798 by Ettienne on 2015-09-15 10:55:47

Just checked museum and nothing except they are closed Mondays until April

Post 785800 by oblark on 2015-09-15 11:02:46

With the factory tour cancelled wont that leave a few hours to kill ?

Post 785811 by Mark F on 2015-09-15 14:37:56

if you end up with a few hours to kill chaps, get over to the aeroseum. http://www.aeroseum.se/ It's just down the road from the factory (10mins drive tops), and is a disused underground nuclearproof hangar system, stuffed full of Swedish military aircraft, many of which you can sit in (sad, but an unusual treat I found).

Post 785900 by Ettienne on 2015-09-16 13:14:38

Thanks mark I'll add to other thread

Post 785901 by Ettienne on 2015-09-16 13:15:30

Revised itinerary

Post 787902 by The Flying Moose on 2015-10-08 20:23:44

Nearly there now! Very much looking forward to this trip. Flights booked - Check Hotel Grand Opera - Check Parking at Stansted - Check Hire Car - Check Think thats everything. Hire car is described as "Yaris or Similar", if anyone is short of a lift I shall have space for a couple. See you all at Wetherspoons Tuesday!

Post 788155 by Ettienne on 2015-10-12 18:29:45

[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;787902]Nearly there now! Very much looking forward to this trip. Flights booked - Check Hotel Grand Opera - Check Parking at Stansted - Check Hire Car - Check Think thats everything. Hire car is described as "Yaris or Similar", if anyone is short of a lift I shall have space for a couple. See you all at Wetherspoons Tuesday![/QUOTE] See you at the parking place or wetherspoons, panic over now looking forward to this!!

Post 788192 by JUDGENINJA on 2015-10-13 00:57:38

Trip starts here....

Post 788195 by The Flying Moose on 2015-10-13 07:34:35

[QUOTE=JUDGENINJA;788192]Trip starts here....[/QUOTE] Mine had begun at wetherspoons! See you all soon!

Post 788197 by t5 pete on 2015-10-13 08:02:43

[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;788195]Mine had begun at wetherspoons! See you all soon! [/QUOTE] Haha you alco starting at 7.34am. I hope you all have a great time. Can some one get me loads of pictures of the volvp 242 please espically of the axel and front brakes please it would be much appreciated.