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Title: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Russell on April 29, 2010, 13:56:40 pm ok guys
For those who care, the reborn Tar Babe will be debuted this weekend at the Bug In events, I hope everyone can appreaciate the history this little car has and the efforts to have it here in all its fomer glory, its been a massive job. However before any comments are passed, I want to ensure that both The Paint Box (Simon, Shane and Bob) and Richie Webb whom have done an amazing jobs in helping me get this car completed and ready to race, get the credit they deserve, Guys a massive thank you, i couldnt have done it with out you, period. Also a big thanks to the others (Pete @ Cogbox, Bernie Newbury, Larry Mckennzie, Gunter CSP, Ben SSC, Jo, Kev, Wray, Dale VWGG Team) whom have also had a part to play, thanks. Greg, Ron and Mike, I also hope you enjoy and thanks for building and racing the Babe in the frst place without you guys, it wouldnt be here today. LETS GO RACING !!!! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: benssp on April 29, 2010, 14:16:35 pm Have fun ;D
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Bryan67 on April 29, 2010, 15:08:45 pm Screw those guys. I can`t wait to see it as I might actually make it down there this weekend.
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: TexasTom on April 29, 2010, 15:28:06 pm Thank YOU, Russell, for bringing it back, stateside!
CANNOT WAIT to see it and watch it run. A fitting tribute that the Lounge gathering be there. TxT Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Gunter on April 30, 2010, 05:14:19 am thank you Russell as always my pleasure
now only thing I want to do is see it race this weekend just got here in LA ;D will see you tomorrow Gunter Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Fastbrit on April 30, 2010, 06:22:06 am I must say, it does look very cool... 8)
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: 71CALRIPPER on April 30, 2010, 07:49:33 am Well i guess i have to wait till next years EU Bugin to see it ....
Have a great weekend guys and lots of respect to all those involved !! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Neil Davies on April 30, 2010, 10:53:01 am Where's the "this thread is useless without pics" smiley? ;)
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Martin on April 30, 2010, 11:21:55 am Cracking work all involved!
Just frustrated i cant be there to see the cars run. Have a blast Martin . Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: larry mck on May 01, 2010, 01:45:19 am I am just so excited to see the car all done up to it's former glory. Maybe just a little better.
I just saw it yesterday a can't wait to see it go down the track with Ron driving. How long has it been missing 35-40 years. Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Fonz on May 01, 2010, 18:13:35 pm Well done everyone. I'm sure it will be quite a sight to see it out there racing again. 8)
Wish I was there. Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Jo Clifford on May 02, 2010, 04:43:33 am And here it is
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Dave Rosique on May 02, 2010, 05:01:38 am WOW :o Thanks for the photos Jo! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Jim Ratto on May 02, 2010, 05:11:02 am ok guys Russell, it was an honor to see the car today, thank you for bringing it for all to enjoy today. It was great to see it.For those who care, the reborn Tar Babe will be debuted this weekend at the Bug In events, I hope everyone can appreaciate the history this little car has and the efforts to have it here in all its fomer glory, its been a massive job. However before any comments are passed, I want to ensure that both The Paint Box (Simon, Shane and Bob) and Richie Webb whom have done an amazing jobs in helping me get this car completed and ready to race, get the credit they deserve, Guys a massive thank you, i couldnt have done it with out you, period. Also a big thanks to the others (Pete @ Cogbox, Bernie Newbury, Larry Mckennzie, Gunter CSP, Ben SSC, Jo, Kev, Wray, Dale VWGG Team) whom have also had a part to play, thanks. Greg, Ron and Mike, I also hope you enjoy and thanks for building and racing the Babe in the frst place without you guys, it wouldnt be here today. LETS GO RACING !!!! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: vwcab on May 02, 2010, 17:19:44 pm WOW :o Thanks for the photos Jo! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: jick on May 02, 2010, 18:15:24 pm looks fantastic....i love that first shot of it on the street.
well done! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: jamiep_jamiep on May 02, 2010, 18:44:40 pm Such a cool car, a credit to the original builders and the restorers both. Well done everyone!
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: IP359 on May 02, 2010, 21:08:06 pm My tribute to the fantastic work of the Gasser Garage.
I'm impatient to see it in live. Well done, guys ! IP Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: ugly duckling on May 03, 2010, 04:43:03 am GREAT! job to all the GUYS AND GAL,S involved. good to see the OLD TIMER 8). UD
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: deano on May 03, 2010, 04:59:43 am I took a bzillion photos this weekend, but perhaps this is the coolest. Are we having a good time?
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: John Rayburn on May 03, 2010, 17:45:56 pm Dean, that could be the shot of the decade. Russell, thank you for going to all the trouble to bring that icon here for this event. I really appreciate it. When the car made the pass down the Schley's street, Mason told me that he saw God. Thanks again!
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Dominick Luppino on May 03, 2010, 18:38:26 pm Dean, that could be the shot of the decade. Russell, thank you for going to all the trouble to bring that icon here for this event. I really appreciate it. When the car made the pass down the Schley's street, Mason told me that he saw God. Thanks again! Space'in Mason sees allot of things, especially after a few hundred BEERS! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: johnl on May 03, 2010, 19:44:10 pm I took a bzillion photos this weekend, but perhaps this is the coolest. Are we having a good time? This is definately a magazine cover shot... 8) 8) 8) 8) Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Rick Sadler on May 03, 2010, 20:00:31 pm Thank you Russell (and to your build team as well) for all the hard work and dedication spent on this project. Many thanks for choosing our (DKP) reunion for the first unveiling. It was truly like being transported back in time.
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Kaferdog on May 03, 2010, 20:22:33 pm I took a bzillion photos this weekend, but perhaps this is the coolest. Are we having a good time? This is definately a magazine cover shot... 8) 8) 8) 8) Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: lowfastbus on May 03, 2010, 20:40:15 pm How about some more pictures off the DDS car?
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-sjc1/hs352.snc3/29196_389333444535_654234535_3756834_86576_n.jpg) Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Tony M on May 03, 2010, 21:20:34 pm Great job to everyone that was involved. Outstanding looking car, way to bring back this vintage drag car.
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: fastfred on May 04, 2010, 09:56:15 am Russel, you did it again ... congrats on such great team work ! I really would have liked being at the bug in and other festivities just to check out your car ! hope to see it real soon now !
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: empicolector on May 04, 2010, 13:40:59 pm great job russel
and thanks for all Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: larry mck on May 04, 2010, 16:29:46 pm For me this was the best Bug In yet. Mostly becase Russell brought
his cars. Too bad Greg blew apart first gear on the first pass. I know he will have it fixed shortly. Long live the Tar Babe! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Nico86 on May 04, 2010, 19:56:50 pm Looking good !
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: 61SNRF on May 05, 2010, 03:48:07 am How about some more pictures off the DDS car? [attachment=1][attachment=2](http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-sjc1/hs352.snc3/29196_389333444535_654234535_3756834_86576_n.jpg) Congratulations Russell, hear you'll be taking this one back across the pond too! Sad to see it go, but glad it will be in good hands. Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Russell on May 05, 2010, 11:24:16 am would love to take DDS car home but its priced out of this world so will be staying where it is Im afraid........
$ 50,000.00 ,is far too much !!! Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Lids on May 05, 2010, 19:09:36 pm Russell I agree, but out of interest is this the original car or a repo?
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: empicolector on May 05, 2010, 21:52:11 pm Russell I agree, but out of interest is this the original car or a repo? original I think Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Russell on May 05, 2010, 22:01:00 pm Original but been repainted !
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Gunter on May 06, 2010, 05:44:52 am Hi Russell
great to see you again ... and you are right on the subject Gunter. Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Zach Gomulka on May 06, 2010, 17:33:27 pm It was great to see this car in person! Superb job all around. Thanks so much for bringing it back to the States for its re-debut! I must have stared at it for at least an hour!
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: beetletom on May 06, 2010, 20:24:21 pm (http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-sjc1/hs352.snc3/29196_389333444535_654234535_3756834_86576_n.jpg)
is the pagan princess in the states now? is it still jo's? tar babe looks awesome!! is it doing any shows in the uk this year? Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: Fastbrit on May 06, 2010, 21:14:23 pm (http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-sjc1/hs352.snc3/29196_389333444535_654234535_3756834_86576_n.jpg) Yes, yes, indeed, probably not...is the pagan princess in the states now? is it still jo's? tar babe looks awesome!! is it doing any shows in the uk this year? Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: beetletom on May 06, 2010, 21:29:19 pm ta! ;D
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: roland on May 07, 2010, 10:39:22 am The Babe looks very nice Russel, congrats on the great work!
Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: rick m on May 09, 2010, 07:00:17 am Russell,
I am certain that every guy in his late 50's or older, who saw the BABE in the early days, had a renewal and reconnection with their roots in the hobby when seeing the car. You and your team did a superb job on the restoration and you are to be commended. Thanks for helping keep the memory of the early years alive with all your hard work. I am certain there are hundreds of old school VW guys that the unveiling of the BABE touched deeply. Rick Mortensen Title: Re: TAR BABE and Thank you Post by: kingsburgphil on May 11, 2010, 04:20:43 am Russell, I am certain that every guy in his late 50's or older, who saw the BABE in the early days, had a renewal and reconnection with their roots in the hobby when seeing the car. You and your team did a superb job on the restoration and you are to be commended. Thanks for helping keep the memory of the early years alive with all your hard work. I am certain there are hundreds of old school VW guys that the unveiling of the BABE touched deeply. Rick Mortensen Ditto's !!!!!!!! |