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Recent Events

January 31st, 2010 - Cars & Coffee in Leander, TX

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Kicking off what will be a monthly event for Central Texas AMOC members, this relaxed & informal gathering of classic and high performance automobiles was a HUGE success.

In spite of 30 degree weather, over 130 cars turned out for our 1st ever "Cars & Coffee".  The hot chocolate and coffee kept us warm, and the town of Leander welcomed us with open arms.  We are eagerly looking forward to February's gathering. 

Thanks to Sonny Morgan of "John Eagle European" for making this event possible !!________________________________________________________

January 22-24th, 2010 - Rough Creek Lodge Weekend

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Rough Creek Lodge in North Texas is a private shooting estate set among thousands of acres of open land.  It combines the civilized amenities of an English Manor House with the type of sports shooting & hunting found only in the wilds of the Texas back country.

If this were Hollywood, it would be: "Gosford Park meets Bonanza" !!

Ten owners plus spouses enjoyed three days of gourmet food, spirited driving, sporting clay target shooting and general merry-making.  By the unanimous decision of all attendees, this is likely to become an annual fixture on the AMOC Red River calender.

Thanks to Sonny Morgan of "John Eagle European" (yet again) for helping sponsor this event !!________________________________________________________

September 27th, 2009 - Texas All British Car Day

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Twenty Aston owners plus their spouses from all over the state made the club's first participation in this annual Texas British car show the most popular event of the year. 

Combine fantastic weather, enthusiastic owners, hundreds of British classics including every model Aston Martin from the 1965 DB5 through the 2009 DBS...plus our own private AMOC Champagne Tent and it all adds up to one fabulous day

Thanks to Sonny Morgan of "John Eagle European" for helping to make this event possible !!________________________________________________________

May 3rd, 2009 - Brunch + Hill Country Drive

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Champagne brunch at Austin's fabulous Paggi House Restaurant was a tough "opening act" to follow....but gorgeous weather, wide open roads, and ten Astons (including a brand new DBS) rolling through the Hill Country rounded out the day with style !! 

Sonny Morgan, GM of Aston Martin of Austin, and renowned automotive artist Bill Neale addressed a large crowd of owners and their guests on a beautiful Spring Day here in Central Texas.  Sonny discussed the upcoming Grand Opening of America's newest AM dealership, while Bill enthralled members with tales of his exploits alongside racing legend, Carol Shelby.

Thanks to Sonny Morgan, Scott Black, and Stuart Thomajan for making this event possible !!________________________________________________________

March 1st, 2009 - Hill Country Drive

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10 Aston Martins + 200 miles of Hill Country Roadway + 70 degrees + 100% brilliant sunshine = 1 Great Event !!!

Breakfast at the Stephen F. Austin Hotel was followed by a sneak preview of the new Rapide, One-77, and Lagonda at the 2,200 acre ranch of a fellow AMOC member, a private dinner at the famouns Salt Lick, and many memorable twists and turns along the way !!!

Thanks to Mike Reese for once again opening his home for this event !!________________________________________________________


Past Activities

November 13th, 2008 - "Quantum of Solace"  Movie Premiere & Charity Gala

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Our most ambitious event ever...a three day 007 adventure.  This incredible event included a private screening of the new James Bond Film: "Quantum of Solace" (complete with gala pre- and after-parties), a 250 mile Road Rally through the Hill Country, and a private track day.

With this event, we raised over $20,000 for charity !!________________________________________________________

November 14th, 2008 - Hill Country Drive

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Thirteen Aston Martins roared through the TX Hill Country on Day 2 of our James Bond Weekend.  A glorious 250 mile drive was punctuated by breakfast at the 2,200 acre ranch of a fellow AMOC member, a private lunch in Fredericksburg, and even a brief encounter with the local Constabulary !!!

Thanks to Mike Reese for helping organize this event !!________________________________________________________

November 2008 - "007 Weekend" Track Day !!!

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What better way to celebrate Day 3 of our James Bond weekend than racing around the track at 120 mph ??

Thanks to Harris Hill Road Raceway and Sonny Morgan of Aston Martin of Austin for sponsoring this event !!________________________________________________________

October 2008 - South Texas Track Day

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Texas members Mark Bashforth and John Lavendoski participated in an official Aston Martin Track Day this October.  Each was able to drive several laps in three differently configured V8 Vantages around an excellent track located approximately 30 minutes South of Houston.  Professional drivers from Aston Martin were on hand to provide both classroom, and in-car instruction.

Just when Mark and John felt they had "got it", the professionals took over for a few laps, and showed them how a REAL expert attacks a corner !!!

Thanks to Francesca Best of Aston Martin Marketing and Richard Wahl of Star Motors for making this day possible.
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February 2008 - North Texas Drive

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Seven Aston Martin owners hit the roads of North Texas this past February as part of a 200 mile road rally in the Dallas area, followed by a group dinner.

Thanks to Scott Black for helping to organize this event !!________________________________________________________

October 2007 - Autumn Hill Country Drive

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October's road rally through the Hill Country of central Texas was a roaring success.  Our 200 mile route route combined a selection of challenging serpentine roads with a few long straightaways which allowed us to "blow out the carbon".  Pit stops at several TX wineries added to the relaxed, sociable atmosphere.
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